Great food. The…read moreservice and the food at this restaurant was amazing. We had the lobster Mac to start and it did not disappoint. We all followed up with wine tasters to try out a couple of wines. They also had root beer floats for the kids. All the food was amazing but some of our favorites were the shrimp tacos and the short rib burger. To wrap up the meal we had the s'mores dessert. If you like s'mores make sure you give that dessert a try .

Found this spot on our way up to Tally!! Amazing food!! We cannot wait to go back to try some of…read moretheir flights! Great atmosphere, and super close to the downtown area shops and manatee viewing trail!

Six of us dined at this very unique establishment last night during a weekend getaway to Crystal…read moreRiver. We were all super impressed with our full experience from the incredible knowledge and service received from our server. Our food was absolutely incredible and the prices are very reasonable. We will be returning! Thank you.

We were in town for a family scalloping trip and decided to try this upscale local fine dining…read morespot--and WOW, we're so glad we did! We had two young children with us, so we were a little nervous about how it would go, but the experience was fantastic from start to finish. Our server was wonderful, the food was amazing, and the ambiance was absolutely beautiful. We made reservations based on recommendations from other reviews, and I'm so glad we did! We chose the early 5:30 seating, and within about 40 minutes, the place was packed. The grilled octopus was one of the best we've ever had--an absolute must-try! We honestly weren't expecting to have such an incredible meal in a small oceanside town. What a wonderful surprise! Highly recommend!

I went there with our wine club because our regular place was closed. We were very pleasantly…read moresurprised. Excellent choice of wines and a really good menu. We had several appetizers (calamari, Filipino egg rolls, and a charcuterie board) and a couple of bottles of Italian and South African wines. All were very good. Jeff the owner was very friendly and helpful and our sever Kelly was fantastic! We will definitely be back for our next meeting.

We wanted a nice date night on Crystal River and ended up here. The vibe was just right as we sat…read moreto order. Our waitress was nice and help us get the right meal. Food was a little slow but so good when it came out. Dessert you have to try.

Went here during a Girl's Trip and someone suggested this restaurant. I'm so glad they did!! It…read moredoesn't look like much from the road, but it's very cute inside. The main wall is covered in a variety of doors, which is so different. They had plenty of tables, and they were all full. Rightfully so, since the food was amazing! Their menu was very extensive with a lot of nice options. When our server Sarah came to the table, she read off the daily specials. They had so many specials!! Appetizer specials, drink specials, and the list of dinner specials was pretty long. Must've been at least 5 or 6 of them. I kinda felt sorry for her since it took her a full 5 minutes to go over the specials. They did sound amazing though!! We split an order of the Ahi Tuna Tostones appetizer. Wow was that good. They served 3 tostones with a lot of ahi tuna cubes and they were very flavorful. For dinner, I ordered the Grilled Mahi with fries. Two good size pieces of fish and the fries were very crispy. The Mahi was very moist and had roasted garlic cloves which were so yummy. It also had a small side salad with Brussels sprouts that was tasty. My girlfriends both ordered the Shrimp and Mahi Pasta and said it was very good. The place was packed so make sure you make reservations well in advance. I know for a fact that I will be going back there next time I'm in Crystal River!!

Very cute place. Our service was unreasonably slow, think…read moreour waitress was new. My wife's Long Island Iced Tea cocktail was awful. Her chicken dinner was tasty. I had the sea bass special which was good but very expensive. We will not hurry back.

Marissa was awesome; very knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. She gave some excellent…read morerecommendations and made sure I enjoyed one of their signature cocktails, which was a great way to start the meal. I ordered the blackened mahi sandwich with seasoned fries. The fish tasted fresh, the fries were crispy and well-seasoned, and the blackened seasoning on the mahi had just the right amount of flavor without overpowering the fish. This waterfront restaurant did not disappoint. They also have an outdoor tiki bar. If you're looking for a fun, laid-back atmosphere on the water, you will find it here. You can relax with a drink, enjoy the scenery, and take in the beautiful views, especially the sunset. I'd definitely recommend Riverfront Social whether you're stopping in for lunch, grabbing drinks with friends, or looking for a casual dinner with a great view. I would love to come back the next time I'm in town. Atmosphere: 9 | 10 Service: 9.5 | 10 Food: 9 | 10

First I'll say the food we had was very good..no complaints. Prices were reasonable for semi fine…read moredining. I had a bacon and mushroom pasta that was great but did need a piece of garlic bread and it would have been perfect. I had to ask our server if we could get started with drinks before we ordered. He was pleasant about it and probably just forgot? Service was just ok. Didn't really have any ambiance. It was late afternoon and the restaurant was quiet. We are new to the area and are trying out the local restaurants, so while I doubt I'll go back, if asked I would recommend them for their food quality.

Excellent restaurant. Seated after a five minute wait. Great wait staff. Order appetizer of…read moreCrawfish and Alligator macaroni and cheese. GREAT. An entree of Crawfish etouffee etouffee OUSTANDING. Cold beer, great hush puppies. Looking forward to returning.

Lived in New Orleans for a few years in my 20s and worked in a French Quarter restaurant. My in…read morelaws live near by this place and have been wanting to bring me for years to get my opinion. We started with Boudin Balls which are my favorite but no one else had had before but all enjoyed. My wife had the bourbon chicken sandwich that she felt was meh/10 but she loved the jambalaya side and wished she'd gotten a whole dinner of that. I had the shrimp po boy. Wanted the traditional dressed version so swapped mayo for the mustard. Shrimp was excellently fried. Agree with my wife the jambalaya was great but the red beans were not very tender and when I asked for sugar for the beans (it's a real thing) they brought out three varieties of fake sugar and no real ones. Think we got pecan pie and bread pudding for dessert and both were good. Would definitely come back.

Food was good and the Life music was amazing. Unfortunately the beers were not cold, I tried both,…read morebottles and draft, very disappointed because if you have a bar you should know that people love a very cold beer.

Stopped by Norton's Riverside Bar & Grill in Crystal River for lunch, and unfortunately it just…read morewasn't a good experience. The service was the highlight of the visit--the bartenders were genuinely friendly, attentive, and made me feel welcome. That's the main reason I'm giving this place two stars. The food, however, was disappointing. I ordered my burger medium, but it arrived raw in the center. The onion rings were overly greasy with a heavy, unimpressive batter. After reading other reviews, I noticed someone else had a similar experience with the patty melt, so my meal may not have been an isolated issue. The atmosphere wasn't for me either. It feels much more like a neighborhood dive bar than a restaurant, with multiple TVs, loud music, constant chatter, and live entertainment outside all competing at once. If you're looking for a lively sports bar where you can watch a game, have a drink, and socialize, this may be exactly what you're after. I prefer a quieter, more relaxed dining experience, so it simply wasn't a good fit. The restaurant also has a dog-friendly patio, which many people enjoy, though it's not something I personally look for when dining out. Overall, I think Norton's has a loyal local following, and I can understand why some people enjoy the casual bar atmosphere. For me, though, the combination of the underwhelming food and the very loud environment means I won't be returning. The staff deserved better than the meal they were serving, because their friendliness and service were the best part of the visit.

Each Breakfast station is a place unto its own. This is the one on Crystal River…read more The staff is always friendly, watching them with their regulars is sure ro make you smile. But let me be absolutely clear, the reason I go is for the ciniswirl pancakes. They're my favortie food obsession.

Everything! Great food fast service and exceptional staff!…read moreWe usually dine at the Dunnellon location and Crystal River is the same!

Great outdoor on-the-water spot with live music!…read more We sat at one of the covered tables near the stage. Our server was very attentive and never left us waiting for food or drink. We shared the fish tacos which were light, fresh and tasty. Overall a great experience, we'll be back when up that way.

Tipsy Tarpon is a local, vibrant dining destination tucked along the picturesque Crystal River,…read moreoffering a captivating blend of delicious seafood and stunning waterfront views. This relaxed establishment boasts a unique outdoor seating arrangement, providing patrons with an unparalleled dining experience with lively entertainment enhancing the overall riverfront vibe. Chris, our server, was friendly, attentive and warm...creating an inviting environment that felt like a home away from home. She recommended the Ahi Tuna Nachos-Fresh, diced Ahi Tuna cubes and seaweed salad served atop crispy wonton chips, finished with a drizzle of poke sauce, sweet oriental honey ginger, creamy wasabi and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Let's get tipsy?