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Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida

Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region

Showing 73–96 of 234 places
Drew's American Grill

Drew's American Grill

Restaurant $$
Crystal River

Family-owned casual dining restaurant in Spring Hill serving quality American fare including flame-grilled burgers, wings, steaks, and expertly crafted roast beef sandwiches, with pet-friendly patio seating.

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Eco-Walk Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park

Eco-Walk Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park

Attraction
Crystal River

Entryway to the 7-mile trail system of a vast wildlife & nature conservation area along the coast.

family-friendly
El Mezcal Mexican restaurant

El Mezcal Mexican restaurant

Restaurant $$
Crystal River

Mexican restaurant in Homosassa on Suncoast Boulevard serving traditional dishes in a family-friendly setting.

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El Ranchito - Crystal River

El Ranchito - Crystal River

Restaurant
Crystal River

Authentic Mexican restaurant serving traditional dishes, tacos, and margaritas.

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Elianos Coffee - Crystal River

Elianos Coffee - Crystal River

Cafe
Crystal River

Drive-thru chain doling out coffee & espresso drinks along with breakfast sandwiches & baked goods.

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Ellianos Coffee

Ellianos Coffee

Cafe
Crystal River

Drive-thru chain doling out coffee & espresso drinks along with breakfast sandwiches & baked goods.

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Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Attraction
Crystal River

Showcase for native Floridian wildlife, including an underwater observatory for manatee viewing.

family-friendly
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park West Entrance

Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park West Entrance

Other
Crystal River

A 210-acre wildlife state park centered around one of Florida's largest first-magnitude springs, serving as a sanctuary for injured native wildlife including manatees visible year-round from an underwater observatory.

Encore Crystal Isles

Encore Crystal Isles

Other
Crystal River

Riverside RV resort with casual cottages, plus an outdoor pool, a clubhouse & sports facilities.

Encore Topics

Encore Topics

Other
Crystal River

Entertainment and hobby shop in the Spring Hill area on County Line Road.

Ernie Wever Youth Park

Ernie Wever Youth Park

Attraction
Crystal River

Youth recreation park in Brooksville with sports fields, playground equipment, and facilities for community youth programs and outdoor activities.

family-friendly
Explorida - Manatee Swim Tours

Explorida - Manatee Swim Tours

Attraction
Crystal River

Federally permitted manatee swim tour operator in Crystal River's National Wildlife Refuge, offering guided three-hour group and private tours with all gear provided, ranked in TripAdvisor's Top 10 bucket list experiences worldwide.

family-friendly
Family Adventure Charters

Family Adventure Charters

Other
Crystal River

Charter company offering manatee tours, fishing charters, sightseeing cruises, and kayak rentals for families and groups.

family-friendly
Florida Classic Park

Florida Classic Park

Park
Crystal River

50-acre event venue in Brooksville hosting festivals, car shows, dog shows, and community gatherings year-round, with a large covered pavilion and 299+ RV campsites with hookups.

family-friendly
Florida Cracker Cook Shack - BBQ Joint

Florida Cracker Cook Shack - BBQ Joint

Restaurant $$
Crystal River

Southern soul food restaurant in downtown Brooksville smoking BBQ and hot chicken, with signature items including brisket, chipped pork, gator sausage, and Brooksvagas Hot Chicken.

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Florida Cracker Kitchen

Florida Cracker Kitchen

Restaurant $$
Crystal River

Southern grub & local draft beer served in rustic, down-home digs with a small bar & gift shop.

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Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar

Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar

Restaurant $$
Crystal River

Small, easygoing taproom with a broad selection of Florida-brewed craft beers, plus an outdoor area.

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Florida Cracker Trading Company

Florida Cracker Trading Company

Other
Crystal River

Lifestyle retail store offering Florida Cracker-branded clothing, gifts, and Southern-style merchandise in downtown Brooksville.

Fort Island Trail Park

Fort Island Trail Park

Attraction
Crystal River

Leafy public park featuring a riverside boardwalk, fishing pier, boat ramp & picnic pavilion.

family-friendly
Frame Designs

Frame Designs

Other
Crystal River

Custom framing and art gallery in Crystal River on US Highway 19, providing professional picture framing services.

Franklin Anderson Gallery of Arts

Franklin Anderson Gallery of Arts

Other
Crystal River

Art gallery in downtown Crystal River on North Citrus Avenue featuring works from local artists and creative exhibitions.

Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse

Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse

Bar $$
Crystal River

Family-friendly Japanese place for sushi & hibachi fare with chefs cooking on tabletop grills.

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Fun 2 Dive - Swim with Manatees

Fun 2 Dive - Swim with Manatees

Attraction
Crystal River

Crystal River manatee swim tour operator since 1995 offering classic, small-group, and private tours with all-inclusive gear, in-water guides, and professional photography.

family-friendly
Gator Cove

Gator Cove

Restaurant $
Crystal River

Waterfront bar and grill on the canal in Homosassa serving American fare including burgers, steaks, fish and chips, and gator tail, with outdoor seating and live entertainment.

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