Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
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Crystal RiverCoffee shop and cafe in Crystal River serving specialty coffee drinks and fresh bites in a welcoming space. A new go-to for the Crystal River coffee crowd.
Bayside Kraft Kitchen
Crystal RiverCreative casual restaurant in Crystal River with a from-scratch kitchen turning out inventive dishes alongside craft cocktails and local beers. A fresh addition to the Crystal River dining scene.
Bayside Seafood Grille
Crystal RiverSeafood restaurant in downtown Crystal River featuring fresh local catches and a cozy dining atmosphere.
BubbaQue's BBQ - Crystal River
Crystal RiverFast-casual BBQ joint serving smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and all the classic sides. The meat is smoked low and slow, and the sweet tea flows freely.
Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe
Crystal RiverCajun-style seafood restaurant and fish market in Crystal River. Buy fresh seafood to take home or sit down for boiled crawfish, fried shrimp, and po'boys with a Louisiana kick.
Cedar River Seafood Crystal River
Crystal RiverLocal seafood chain serving fried fish platters, shrimp baskets, and hushpuppies in a casual, no-frills setting. Solid portions at fair prices — a dependable seafood spot.
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River
Crystal RiverFolksy chain serving American comfort food in a roadhouse-themed space decorated with Americana.
Copp Brewery & Winery
Crystal RiverCrystal River brewery, winery, and full-service restaurant producing handcrafted beer and wine on-site since 2006, featuring a wood-fire oven and The Prohibition Grill.
El Ranchito - Crystal River
Crystal RiverAuthentic Mexican restaurant serving traditional dishes, tacos, and margaritas.
Kelly's Half Shell Pub
Crystal RiverIrish pub and seafood spot known for oysters, fresh catches, and a lively atmosphere. A Crystal River favorite for casual waterfront dining.
Plantation Resort on Crystal River
Crystal RiverInformal bayside property offering a golf course, an outdoor pool & tennis courts, plus a spa.
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.
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.
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.