Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Marketplace at Manatee Springs
Crystal RiverRecently renovated shopping center in downtown Crystal River with retail shops, dining options, and the largest parking capacity in the area, attracting over 400,000 annual visitors.
Mickey's Bar Crystal River
Crystal RiverFamily-operated bar and grill in Crystal River with pool tables, weekly live music, karaoke, and a unique lobster claw machine where you can catch your own dinner.
Paddles Outdoor Rentals
Crystal RiverKayak and paddleboard rental company offering clear kayak manatee viewing tours and guided eco-tours on Crystal River.
Paddletail Waterfront Adventures: Swimming with the Manatees
Crystal RiverCrystal River outfitter offering guided swim-with-manatees tours, kayak rentals, and eco-adventures, with expert guides and all gear included for 3-hour manatee encounters.
Plantation Resort on Crystal River
Crystal RiverInformal bayside property offering a golf course, an outdoor pool & tennis courts, plus a spa.
Rocco's Pizza & Cafe
Crystal RiverItalian restaurant in Crystal River serving pizza, pasta, fresh seafood, and chicken alongside a made-to-order sushi bar, with house-made desserts like cannoli and tiramisu.
Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill
Crystal RiverBarbecue restaurant and bar in Hernando near Crystal River serving smoked meats and classic BBQ sides. Features weekly karaoke on Thursdays, live music on weekends, and trivia nights in a casual, family-friendly setting.
The Biscuit Barn
Crystal RiverHighly rated Crystal River breakfast and lunch spot known for huge Southern-style biscuits with iron-skillet sausage gravy, steak and eggs, and classic lunch fare like reubens and burgers.
The Crab Plant
Crystal RiverThe freshest seafood straight off the boats in Crystal River. As close to the source as you can get.
The Salty Scallop Pub
Crystal RiverNeighborhood pub on US-19 in Crystal River serving bar bites, burgers, and adult beverages with all-day happy hour, plus live entertainment Friday-Saturday and karaoke nights.
The Shoppes of Crystal River
Crystal RiverShopping center on Gulf to Lake Highway in Crystal River featuring a collection of unique boutiques, gift shops, and specialty stores.
The Shoppes of Heritage Village
Crystal RiverCharming collection of unique gift and specialty shops nestled among canopied oaks in renovated historic cottages on Citrus Avenue in downtown Crystal River.
The Splash Pad
Crystal RiverFree public splash pad in downtown Crystal River offering water play for children, located near Heritage Village shops and restaurants.
Tipsy Tarpon
Crystal RiverCasual waterfront seafood spot on the Crystal River with open-air covered seating, a tin-roof tiki bar, live music, and menu favorites like redfish tacos and steamed shrimp.
Town Square
Crystal RiverPublic gathering space in downtown Crystal River on North Citrus Avenue, hosting community events and surrounded by local shops and restaurants in Heritage Village.
Vintage on 5th
Crystal RiverUpscale dining in a historic Crystal River building. Refined atmosphere and a menu that rewards a leisurely evening.
Waterfront Social
Crystal RiverIndoor/outdoor gathering spot on Kings Bay in Crystal River serving southern coastal dishes from scratch, with a tiki bar offering 180-degree bay views and sunset cocktails.