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    The Lazy Lizard

    3.4 (96 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Live music
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Burger & fries
    Amber V.

    This is by far one of our favorite restaurants to go to. The food is lovely & flavorful (my favorite item on the menu is the goat cheese balls). The vibes are always good here. You can sit near the water where you may spot the local gator and turtles, they have live music some days & they're nearly always packed. There have been a few occasions where the service wasn't the best, however we have had more good times than bad.

    Kimberly A.

    Service was exceptional here. We were seated immediately on a Friday night. Drinks were good and the service was extremely fast. Food was good except the shrimp and green beans were cold. Fries were excellent. Shrimp pasta was hot and also excellent and well seasoned. The fried provolone was phenomenal. Live bands on the weekends and a real local feel. Def recommend for good service, food, and music.

    Cristina P.

    The Lazy Lizard delivered a fun, laid-back vibe with great food, good service, and live music. We dined for lunch outdoors, which was great but make sure you prepare as it can be pretty hot. The grilled chicken Caesar wrap was fresh and delicious. My husband raved about his chicken bowl. Portions were generous, and prices felt very reasonable for the quality. The Lazy Lizard is definitely worth a visit!

    Gators!
    Pam K.

    The food and service is amazing!! Parking can be a bit tricky so get there early. I will definitely be back!

    Mild Buffalo Wings
    Heather N.

    Food was less than mediocre, but enjoyed the music and drinks. Just have to know what you're getting.

    Cubana sandwich, fries, and deep fried pickles
    Rhonda V.

    Food is always good, wait staff is super attentive, seating situation not good. The problem is, you'll have a long wait for a table if there is a popular band. They will not seat two at a four chair table, they want to fill those seats. We've witnessed favoritism for sure, we ended up leaving after a long wait. And the bathrooms are not handicap friendly, a wheelchair doesn't fit in them. Very unfortunate, we love their entertainment and it's fun to watch people on the dance floor.

    Wings
    RJ L.

    I have been here a few times but wanted to try the ribs on a recommendation and they had a band playing, bearded brothers, that I have wanted to see so we decided to go on Sunday night. Food: the food was much better than expected. There was two of us sharing an each of ribs with a bake stuffed potato and green beans. The rib meat fell off the bone, the potato was nicely seasoned and cooked but the surprise was the green beans. They are fresh green beans cooked in bacon and beer, they were excellent. We also shared 12 wings 1/2 with rib and 1/2 naked. They were crisp and not over cooked. The band bearded brothers was good as well. The servers are busy so I did have to flag one down for a refill on my drink and for a few other things but over all it was a good experience. The two downsides to the place is that it can get really loud so don't plan on a conversation and there are a ton of people smoking.

    BLT Sandwich a/ Coleslaw
    Makenzie F.

    When the food, service, vibes, and live music are spot on I tend to give one of my few 5star reviews. Arrive by car, motorcycle, or golfcart, or heck- they line up on the water I've seen people come on kayaks, the parkings is sufficient, and grass overflow if it's packed. But don't worry, packed parkinglot still doesn't mean you wait forever. They have so many tables, high tops, large group seating, and bar spots it's perfect! The beer was ice cold, bottle and tap, and we enjoyed watching the March madness basketball games on the many TV's they have around the bar. My food each time I have been here has been nothing short of delicious! It's the perfect hole in the wall old Florida restaurant. When walking in the hostess will get you seated at your spot, you will pass a huge board listing all the local bands and musicians who come get the vibes lifted Florida style. If someone hasn't already brought their partner up to dance, you just wait for one of those iconic renditions of songs everyone loves. The lizard mark on the burgers is such a cute touch! It was juicy and the sauce was a great touch but not overwhelming and drowning out other flavors. The fries are a great side but the large cut coleslaw is great too! The servings are large with plenty to take home and enjoy the next day! (I just ate my leftover burger and fries and man that burger is just as good on day two. The onion rights are a light crispy batter, but the fried provolone was SO good with the marinara sauce. Grab some food and then head over to the liquor store to grab a bottle on your way back to the house. Service is always great. Bathrooms are inside the building and have always been clean.

    Dan G.

    Wife and I went over to Hernando Beach Fl to kayak the Weeki Wachee River. We visited several restaurants while there. Our absolute favorite was the Lazy Lizard. The atmosphere was buzzing with a live performer singing all our favorite country songs. Bar sits right on the canal to view all the wildlife. Our server Ashley was spectacular and she was very busy !!!!! My wife had the blackened Grouper sandwich, ( might have been the best grouper yet ) I had the grilled HogFish. Perfectly cooked and nice and flakey. I 100%, 5 thumbs up recommend this bar !!!!!!

    Sweet Chili Lime wings
    Amanda M.

    Awesome outdoor seating and entertained by birds and gators! Wings are amazing! Definitely stop by!

    Live music top notch (Joe's Garage - highly recommend!).
    Arrica C.

    What a cute place! Lotsa of room. Prices decent. Lot of selections with something for almost anyone. Wait staff attentive even w the big crowd of a Saturday night! Hannah was fantastic!

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    Melissa W.

    Great ambiance. Live music. Large portions. Scratch kitchen. Worth the stop! Tasty food with great specials and lots of local fare.

    Cute lizard

    Awesome time this weekend!!! Crowded but was able to get a table during live music!! Loved being on the water!! Food was amazing, they have vegan and vegetarian options which is GREATLY appreciated!!!! Maryann is the BEST SERVER in Hernando county hands down!! Highly recommend 10/10

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    luv luv luv this place great choices on menu. coconut shrimp is awesome !! service was great. everything there is made fresh.

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    Great meal, excellent service. Our first time there in quite a while. We were very pleased with everything. We will go back again very soon!

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    Silver Dolphin

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    What a cute waterfront gem with real hometown charm! We walked in and were immediately in a little…read moregift shop! It was super charming and unexpected. The hostess was right there, friendly and ready to seat us either inside or outside. We chose the covered, shaded patio with views of the water, and it was perfect. The whole place is decorated with lots of local art, which gives it this relaxed, cultured, artsy vibe that just feels good. It's the kind of atmosphere that makes you slow down and enjoy the moment. My daughter ordered the chicken quesadillas and I went with a classic BLT and fries. Everything was delicious... fresh, well-prepared, and satisfying. I also couldn't resist trying their pineapple jalapeño margarita after seeing one on another table. It looked (and tasted) amazing. I'm not much of a drinker so I only had a few sips, but those few sips were worth it. The staff was attentive without being overbearing. We'll definitely be coming back with the whole family. Highly recommend if you're looking for a cute, low-key waterfront spot with good food and a lovely setting.

    We have visited the silver dolphin several times and with friends. Mostly for brunch (added a few…read morephotos here). Also visited the Silver dolphin with my children, for Mother's Day and on St. Patrick's Day. The silver dolphin never disappoints. Hernando Beach restaurant that frequently has a short wait for seating... but is 100% worth the wait! Staff are small-town friendly and feels like home. While you wait, there is a large gift shop to peruse with decent pricing from local artists. Weather permitting, ask for seating outside. But if they are really full, the indoor seating is almost as nice (plus it has air-conditioning). Weekend specials on certain beverages, so early birds always save more money. We had the fish tacos, shrimp, tacos, watermelon Mojito, and steak sub. The fish tacos were divine and my daughter loved the shrimp tacos as well. Breakfast platters are healthy portions and also didn't disappoint. If you get there early, they have weekend mimosa and Bloody Mary specials (BOGO). Our favorite person was an elderly woman that cleans up the dishes. So incredibly sweet, kind and personable. Staff is very efficient, friendly, and food arrives rather quickly... along with beverages. Great view overlooking a canal, small deck on canal, complete with view of snapping turtles, cool breeze, shade, and areas to take pictures (dock, mermaid statues, dolphin statue, florida signage, etc.) We will definitely be back (again)!

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    Fried Haddock with pickled beets and fries.
    Fried Haddock with pickled beets and fries.
    A statue located in front of the restaurant before you enter.

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    A statue located in front of the restaurant before you enter.

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