Location: Crystal River
Top Restaurants in Crystal River
Top Things to do in Crystal River
- 1. Crystal River
- 2. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
- 3. Three Sisters Springs
- 4. Crystal River Archaeological State Park
- 5. Hunter's Spring Park
- 6. Fort Island Gulf Beach
- 7. Crystal River Preserve State Park
- 8. Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge
- 9. Fort Island Trail Park
- 10. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins
Where to Eat in Crystal River: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Crystal River is a city in Citrus County, Florida, United States. The population was 3,108 in the 2010 census. (3,485 in 2000). According to the U.S Census estimates of 2012, the city had a population of 3,055. The city was incorporated in 1903 and is the self professed "Home of the Manatee". Crystal River Preserve State Park is located nearby, and Crystal River Archaeological State Park is located in the city's northwest side.
Things to do in Crystal River
1. Vintage on 5th
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 708 reviews
Reviewed By Michelle B - Bonita Springs, Florida, United States
After traveling all day we decided to find a place to eat, and really lucked out with this place! The restaurant is in an old buliding that has been decorated in a nice complimentary way. The food was awesome. We had green fried tomatoes, steak bites and for dinner we had macaroni and cheese and shrimp and grits! The flourless cake was a nice sweet suprise. The wine list is impressive, and enjoyed a vintage malbec
2. Amy's on the Avenue
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Serving lunch and Tapas daily with old favorites and new additions! Handcrafted desserts and chocolates. Serving espressos, cappuccinos, frappuccinos, and flavored coffees. We also have a full wine menu featuring wines from around the world!
Reviewed By Kalyqo - Crystal River, Florida
My 5 yr old daughter and I like to stop here to get hot chocolate and truffles when we can. I'll be the first to say that they really do have the strangest hours for a prime shopping and dining spot. We would probably stop by more if they had different hours! The girls that work there are friendly and patient expecially with a child who has the prefect cup of hot chocolate in her head! Never had a complaint other than their hours.
3. Seafood Seller & Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
We are a family based cafe.All our products from fish, chicken, steaks are all fresh and prepared to order.We donot take reservations however our turn time is fairly quick.We have been known to stay open late to feed our guest.Please come give us a try .We also have a retail market so you are able to buy fresh seafood to go.
Reviewed By LynnM137 - Rotonda West, Florida
This was the best Cajun/New Orleans food we ever had, and we've been to New Orleans several times. What a special place this is. We met the owner, and want to compliment him and his wife on creating this wonderful restaurant. Our server was cheerful...MoreThanks for the great review its customers like you that keep us going!!!
4. Brooklyn Dockside Deli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By Sherri9360 - Dunnellon, Florida
This was the cleanest ice cream parlor with the nicest staff. They have a ton of flavors!! The girl that runs the place had me try something out of my comfort zone... I LOVED IT AND ORDERED IT. Great people. Go through the back door and sit on the second story deck looking at the marina and water. What a great soothing place! Our first time here and it wont be the last. We are glad that Lori and Gordon Introduced us to it.
5. Highlander Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 265 reviews
Reviewed By ExtraElk - Wyoming
My husband and I had a quick little breakfast here one morning. It's located in the cutest part of town. The coffee was very good! Only place to have actual coffee that we could find. The breakfast wrap was a little underwhelming, but still hit the spot. The eggs were fluffy and the bacon was delicious!
6. Thai Phoon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 298 reviews
Reviewed By 8ric - Tampa, Florida
Pleasantly surprised on the quality of this Thai restaurant. Portions and price were perfect for lunch ($8.95) and our entrees came with a small spring roll and soup. Ordering was quick and our entrees came out just as fast . Service was friendly and quick. This place seems to be popular with the locals and the atmosphere is very welcoming.
If I lived in Crystal River this place would be on my regular lunch and dinner stop.
7. Dan's Clam Stand
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 634 reviews
We are a Family Restaurant. We are Known for our Fried Shrimp Specials as well as the Best Hamburger in Citrus County. We Feature New England Whole Belly Clams, New Bedford Scallops, Maine Lobster. Alligator is also a Local favorite as well as Raw clams And Oysters. Our Clam Chowda is Wicked Awesome! Dan is from Manomet Mass.January 25th Dan's will be open for 20 years
Reviewed By WallabyGal - Concord, Massachusetts
Went there based on TripAdvisor reviews. Very disappointing. The staff seemed more interested in a birthday party of what I presume was a regular customer (most of the waitstaff spent most of their time at her table). So we waited & waited to have our order taken & be served. Manhattan clam chowder was mediocre at best. Scallops were lukewarm, & over salty. My significant other had peel & eat shrimp which he liked, but had to keep asking for cocktail sauce. There was little I could eat on the menu as I have a dairy allergy, & the batter for fried dishes had buttermilk. They seemed a bit annoyed with my issue. I'd really looked forward to it, but it is what it is. Being from the Boston area, we did appreciate the Red Sox & Patriots items on the wall & the New England decor. But otherwise not great at all.
8. The Crab Plant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 337 reviews
Reviewed By Ron M - Crystal River, Florida
Basic "ambience" waterfront right where the fresh claws, blue crabs etc come in on the boat. Claws are awesome, get the larger ones. Sides are OK but not what you come here for, it's all about the claws!
9. Grannie's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 667 reviews
Reviewed By June G - Lakeland, Florida
Stoped in just to see what the draw is because every time we drove by the parking lot is full. Long waiting list so I sat at the bar. Everything I saw coming out to customers looked oh so delicious and fresh. After a long consideration I ordered their fried chicken livers, mustard greens which are canned but some of the best I have ever eaten, the baked beans that are beyond yummy yummy yummy, bread pudding which was dry, and not very tasty, and cornbread which was just OK for "country cookin'". The serving size is large, the cost is very reasonable AND the chicken livers are the very best I have ever eaten anywhere---so tender on the inside with a perfectly seasoned breading, and I could have eaten them all day long.
10. Copp Winery & Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By Conch59 - Homosassa, Florida
It's been awhile since we went to Copp.. We had a great time. Got to talking with the owner. He very nice guy and into beer. This is probably my favorite part of Copp both my husband and I are happy. I had a nice wine and he had a tasty beer. We were actually there in May, so not many people were sitting out in the heat. Shady patio area with ample seating. Very pleasant afternoon.
