Best Fried shrimp in Crystal River

8 restaurant menus in Crystal River, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Seafood Seller & Cafe
Seafood Seller & Cafe
87/100 (7652 ratings)
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Seafood
American
American
Cajun & Creole
Gluten Free Options
Cajun & Creole
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Cheesecakes
Crab
Bread Pudding
Scallops
Jambalaya
Clams
Fried pickles
Oyster
Beignets
Tuna
Crawfish
Sandwiches
Catfish
Burger
Red Beans and Rice
Crab Cake
Gumbo
Etouffee
Chowder
Shrimp
Grouper Sandwich
Shrimp and Grits
Cheesecake
Cakes
Po' Boys
Tapas
Fish
Fish Taco
Tacos
Salad
Clam Chowder
Fried shrimp
Sit down
Seafood
American
Cajun & Creole
Seating
Accepts Discover
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
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Television
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"Wow! Probably one of the best meals I've ever had. Our crew ordered several things to try and not one thing was bad or off! The smoked amberjack and..."
Tracie Thompson
"Sellers shrimp ... the only bad about it is that it came to an end , wow !!!! that was amazing, the staff is top notch specialy my waitress Fer �..."
Jose Gonzalez
"Several of my clients recently recommended this restaurant. Today my hubby, son, and 90 yr old mom took the 47 minute drive from Spring Hill to give..."
Cindy McDonald
"The food was the best I’ve had in a long time! The shrimp and grits were a signature recipe and it did not disappoint! The service was wonderful..."
Delana Mahair
"All the locals we spoke with said this was THE PLACE to get seafood, and they weren’t wrong! Food was to die for and the staff were incredibly..."
Carly Morman
"We’ve been twice now and the food is wonderful, and the service is great! My husband and I had the clam chowder, it was amazing! The fried blue..."
Elissa Pelaez Stenders
"This is a great find and well worth the hour drive to get there. We’ve been twice this week and want to keep going to try all the wonderful..."
Linda Fales Comey
"I got the catfish Louisiane. It was delicious! The crab cake on top was definitely the best I've ever..."
Jeannene Johnston Norman Carter
"Suggested by a local when we asked where locals eat. It was delicious even the grilled cheese sandwich from the kids menu was good. Seems like..."
Bob Mierow
"I’ve been three times now. Excellent food all three times! The best Sangria you will ever have..."
Steve Fleming
Peck's Old Port Cove
Peck's Old Port Cove
85/100 (5090 ratings)
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Seafood
American
Bar
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Soups
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Soups
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Crawfish
Clam Chowder
Catfish
Grouper Sandwich
Crab
Cakes
Scallops
Fish
Clams
Oyster
Calamari
Sandwiches
Calamares
Burger
Crab Cake
Shrimp
Seafood Platters
French Fries
Fried shrimp
Key lime pie
Salad
Sit down
American
Soups
Seafood
Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Waterfront
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Brunch
Lunch
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Late Night
Mid-range
"Food is good. Sometimes food is better than other visits. I've had many birthdays, get togethers, date nights and celebrated my wedding here. Love..."
J. B.
"Amazing place and views. Sea food and a good sampling of non sea food as well. Friendly and attentive staff and great location for a road trip..."
Mark
"First time here. Very good food and nice atmosphere. I really enjoyed the all you can eat fried fish dinner. The fish is cut up and battered in..."
Adam Maternowski
"Had the pecks platter and the food was cooked perfectly. The waitresses were very nice and sitting outside was great. I would recommend this place...."
Dan
"Amazing food and service and even have outside dining and bar on the water if you need to get away and clear your head from the days grind it's..."
Jon Pucillo Sr
"We sat outside and enjoyed the peace and quiet. The free onion strings appetizer is really good. Hold on to the sauce to use with your meal as well...."
Alicia
Backwater Fins
Backwater Fins
83/100 (1465 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Bar
Bar
Seafood
American
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Calamares
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Burger
Fried shrimp
Alfredo
Fish & chips
Jambalaya
Shrimp
Fish
Salad
Wings
Crab
Oyster
Calamari
Sit down
American
Seafood
Bar
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Television
Waterfront
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"9 page menu and everything is yummy, crab-stuffed bacon wrapped shrimp are to die for! Great draft and bottled beer selections too in a perfect pub..."
Ron Mahoney
"Great food! Fresh and generous portions. Went for my birthday lunch and it did NOT disappoint. We'll definitely be back! Plus my husband said the..."
Lisa Lofley
"Started with Gumbo and Fried Green Tomatoes, excellent, then Seafood Alfredo wonderful. This place is off the beaten path but worth..."
Michelle Yeager
"The shrimp gumbo was delicious. The shrimp were nice and crunchy. And the best jalapeño corn bread ever......Ken had red snapper...."
Terrie Seroczynski Downs
"Lisa was a great waitress & our meals were so good that we plan to return soon! Crabby balls were super but the bacon wrapped crab stuffed shrimp..."
Lori A. Wilson
"We have eaten here before and was showing my dad the area. Great place to eat then go see the..."
Don Stamford
"Great service, Great atmosphere and our waitresses was awesome. Didn't have to ask for anything. Thank you for the great service Christy. I highly..."
Trish Tyner
"This place was great! We gave it a shot while in the area on vacation. Food was a super fresh, great portion sizes, and reasonably priced. Staff was..."
Mike C
"The food was absolutely delicious. We had a very varied selection among four of us and we all had great meals. Prices were extremely reasonable...."
Hilary Burgess
"A hidden Gem!!! We were riding the bike and decided to stop here for a drink well after seeing the menu I decided I wanted soup. It was a toss up..."
Penny USA
"Great food! We had the fried haddock dinner platter and the ‘hook, line and sinker’. The seafood was great! We were very pleasantly surprised by..."
Eva Bradford
"I really loved this place! We went for the seafood boils and we were not disappointed. We ordered the swamp boil with crab, mussels, clams, oysters,..."
Kim Kinney
"My family & I ate at Backwater Fins on July 7th with some friends & we really enjoyed it. We enjoyed it so much that we went back the next night for..."
Fishing Devotion Charters
"Excellent dinner spot off the beaten trail. Service was also excellent!! Had a gentleman who knows the menu and will not steer you wrong. Would come..."
Brian McCarthy
"This restaurant is amazing! Great food, Great Folk's. Gift Shop is also REALLY..."
Crystal CeCe
The Crab Plant
The Crab Plant
82/100 (3881 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
American
Seafood
American
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Catfish
Calamari
Shrimp and Grits
Mussels
Po' Boys
Grouper Sandwich
Fish & chips
Crab Soup
Crab Cake
Cakes
Chowder
Sandwiches
Fish
Fish & Chips
Lobster Roll
Shrimp
Tapas
Lobster
Salad
Tacos
Clam Chowder
Crab Legs
Fish Sandwich
Crab
Fried shrimp
Scallops
Jambalaya
Key lime pie
Clams
Crawfish
Oyster
Seafood
American
Television
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"This place was recommended by a few people on the Manatee Tour we'd just finished. We lucked out getting parking up close and not having to wait too..."
Nanette Odell
"O M Goodness. This place. Unbelievable. Fabulous dinner tonight. Started with a cup of chowder each. Real good. Wife, Crab Cake Sandwich...."
Howard Crostic
"What a fantastic place! I was wanting fresh seafood and my friend, who lives here, took us to this place. I was also afraid that getting coconut..."
Sara Beth Wade
"Great local vibe tucked away on the river. I've never been disappointed at The Crab Plant! The food is always fresh & hot and the beer is cold. I..."
JustHavinFun
"Had a wonderful dinner tonight. The Marker 48 Red Ale was great, the smoked mullet dip is a special kind of amazing and the crab cakes and grilled..."
Angela Dinkins
"Our Server, Olivia did a fantastic job amd the food was amazing!! We will definitely be repeat customers! Thanks for the good food and service! Try..."
Benjamin Chewning
"By far, one of the best seafood restaurants I've eaten at in Florida. There's no frills, just simple GREAT tasting food. The view is nice and great..."
Lorena Bolding
Oysters Restaurant
Oysters Restaurant
70/100 (917 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Seafood
American
Seafood
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Crab Cake
Chowder
Cod
Fried shrimp
Bread Pudding
Key lime pie
Crawfish
Shrimp
Catfish
Pasta
Grouper Sandwich
Salad
Cakes
Clam Chowder
Pesto
Fish
Crab
Scallops
Oyster
Sit down
Seafood
American
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"The best fried chicken anywhere around!! Everything they serve is fresh and delicious home cooking!!! Sunday buffet is wonderful!! Bread pudding..."
Gail Blanchette Cox
"Best fried chicken! and the Gumbo....to die for! The only spicy food I like! Mr. William and his staff are..."
Dotty Albritton
"Wonderful food, awesome people!!!! Customers and staff very friendly, make you feel very welcome and appreciated! Can't say enough good things..."
Cathy Koski Kirkman
"My husband and I were here yesterday and were welcomed with a friendly smile and very kind soul young man.... Our waitress was fun and nice... The..."
Kimberly Joyner
"Ate there a few times over this past summer with the family. Everything any of us had was delicious. The portions were amazing. Met the owner who was..."
Kurt McIntire
"Best Southern food and hospitality you can find! Sunday brunch special is delicious! Mr. William and his "bunch" are top..."
Jamie Barker
"Yum yum....love Oysters food!!.....Grouper....Buffalo Shrimp...Fried Chicken....Cheesecake....Breakfast...even the side dishes are..."
Patricia Rickard
"Oysters is a great place to visit his chicken is out of the..."
Robert Rocco Morosine
"One of my favorite places to eat when I come back..."
Brian Paul Rhea
"Absolutely best southern chicken in Citrus County. Family owned and..."
Jeff Sisco
"Never disappointed when we come here. Super friendly staff, clean, and if you go away hungry it’s your own fault. My mom’s favorite place to go..."
T Bone
"Chef Chucky served us tasty blackened oysters, scallops, grouper and shrimp. Delicious! The raw oysters were also pretty tasty! Shelby our waitress..."
Tina Paris
"This was my first experience dining at Oysters, but it definitely won't be the last. It's a nice, down home family restaurant offering Southern..."
Bea Stephens
"Passing thru Crystal River we found Oysters and could not have been more pleased! The food was very good, and Willie, the owner, was the best! He..."
Jill McKee
"Very nice place. Oysters were fresh and food was delicious.. first time going and will be back. Crab cake was flavorful and shrimp were cooked..."
Angie Clark
Dan's Clam Stand
Dan's Clam Stand
77/100 (3211 ratings)
Restaurants
Soups
American
Seafood
Seafood
American
Soups
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fried Clams
Salad
Fried shrimp
Clam Chowder
Grouper Sandwich
Cakes
Crab
Fish
Scallops
Clams
Sandwiches
Oyster
Cheeseburger
Burger
Hamburgers
Crab Cake
Chowder
Shrimp
Lobster Roll
Crab Legs
Haddock
Steamers
Lobster
Sit down
Soups
Seafood
American
Takeout
Television
Wheelchair Accessible
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Brunch
Late Night
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"We recently relocated to Florida. The last thing I did was to eat my whole belly fried clams while we were still in New England, fearing I might..."
Darlene Cabral
"My wife and I just had lunch at Dans Clam Stand and what a treat. The Blackened Grouper was outstanding as was the service. We would not hesitate in..."
Greg
"Fantastic food and service. Oysters and shrimp as good as any place in the state. Our waitress was polite and very attentive. Why go any place..."
Jake Street
"New England Clam shack!. Friend and I tried out Dan's for lunch yesterday and ended up coming back for dinner as well! I had fried scallops at about..."
Woodframes
"Awesome food....best meal we had all week from St. Augustine to Crystal River! Be advised that they do not take credit cards BUT there is an ATM on..."
Brian
"Randall. Don't be put off by the exterior, this place has some of the best seafood around. Great chowders, fried shrimp and belly clams. Dan is..."
Randall
"Best seafood In town, great prices and good service. Ive lived in citrus county for 10 yrs and so far dan's is the best seafood in the area and..."
Sherry
"Keeps getting better. The first time I went to this place, it was strictly a biker bar. That said, the guys on the Harleys apparently knew a good..."
Bill Williams
"Not at all as expected. It's not a "stand" at all but a full service restaurant. Not surprisingly, the clams were great. Try the whole belly or the..."
James Emerson
"I am going to hate myself but.... Dan's is a local haunt that would be wise to invest in a janitorial service for some well-deserved deep cleaning...."
Skully
"On our way back home, we stopped at Dan’s Clam Stand in Crystal River for lunch.  Any time I see whole belly clams on a menu, I have to check it..."
Cat
"Atmosphere is seaside rustic. Food is fantastic, very good and large servings. We ate shrimp and lobster. Both were very delicious. Pricing was..."
Theodore Grantz
"There was a table of 8 of us. Everything that we had from clam chowder, poor boy, grouper, to fried oysters was very good. I would definitely go..."
Darlene Murphy
"Probably hands down some of the best Mahi Mahi I have had in a loooong time. It was so juicy and seasoned perfects. We got fried clams, fried..."
Joshua Adams
"My go to for sea food. Best around. Service has always been fantastic. Food has always came out hot and fresh. Never a problem. Would recommend to..."
William McAvoy
"Excellent grouper and haddock. Had a steamer special for appetizer and they were succulent! A bit messy for the fingertips but so worth it. Dine in..."
Liane James
"Great relaxing place to eat outside with a fantastic menu and good service. What could be better? I had the lobster roll today and will try the clam..."
Sunshine Jenny
"Great, great, great food!! We had Snow Crab legs, Fresh Peel n Eat Shrimp and the Clam Strip basket with coleslaw and hushpuppys. The coleslaw is a..."
Amanda Green
"Great place! Told the waitress we were on vacation and didn't know the best foods to try, so feed us. She brought us several dishes that were..."
Scott Guerrant
Crackers Bar & Grill
Crackers Bar & Grill
77/100 (8938 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
American
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
American
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Drinks
Haddock
Salad
Cod
Wings
Clam Chowder
Nachos
Crab
Fried shrimp
Scallops
French Dip
Clams
Sandwiches
Po' Boys
Oyster
Burger
Grouper Sandwich
Hamburgers
Cakes
Fish
Crab Cake
Chowder
Shrimp
Fish & Chips
Fish & chips
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Sit down
American
Bar
Seafood
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Live Music
Waterfront
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Late Night
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great service, excellent food ( the gator tail appetizer was the best and most tender gator I have ever eaten), large portions, great view, really..."
Theresa McDonald Imbach
"Great time with my friends. Busy place caused a lengthy wait to be seated and it took too long to get our dinners but our server did her best to..."
Lisa Ussery
"Freshest shrimp ever, the salmon topped taco salad must have had a full 12 is of salmon on it, grilled to perfection. Chelsea was the perfect..."
Brenda Gerke
"Cracker's is a great restaurant on Kings Bay and Crystal River. Plenty of indoor and shaded outdoor seating. Our service has always been good, and..."
Bill Baer
"Best burgers and seafood around. Worth the 1.5hr drive to get excellent meals. Katie was excellent as..."
Amy Somwaru
Charlie's Fish House
Charlie's Fish House
72/100 (5582 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
American
Soups
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Seafood Platters
Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Fluff
Cod
Crab
Bloody Mary
Scallops
Shrimp Scampi
French Fries
Beer - Tap
Clams
Lobster Bisque
Surf And Turf
Lobster Wrap
Oyster
Linguine Pasta
Fried shrimp
Calamari
Escargot
Sandwiches
Alfredo
Mussels
Crab Cake Sandwich
Burger
Grouper Sandwich
Crawfish
Tuna
Grouper Sandwich
Cakes
Catfish
Calamares
Scallops Rockefeller
Shrimp
Pesto
Shrimp and Grits
Salmon
Snow Crab Legs
Stone Crab Claws
Fish
Tilapia
Tilapia Tacos
seafood platter
Clam Strips
Lobster
Tuna tataki
Crab Cake
Shrimp N'Grits
Pasta
Tapas
Fish Taco
Crabmeat Stuffed Shrimp
Salad
Tacos
Grouper Charlie's Favorite
Clam Chowder
Sit down
American
Seafood
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Waterfront
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"My wife wanted stuffed shrimp for our anniversary. She said they were delicious. I got seafood platter and all was good except scallops breading fell..."
Arterial Motive
"Best meal in Crystal River so far!!!! We have tried several top rated seafood restaurants in the area and by far this has been the best!! We ordered..."
Leslie
"Great local fish house. If you want something special on your order just ask. Friendly efficient staff. Food was tasty. Lunch specials are $6.99...."
George K
"Absolute best frog legs!!!! Gator bites were a bit chewy. Onion rings kinda bland, burger was small, hush puppies could use more..."
Jessica
"Friendly service. Ask to have food seasoned to your liking ( they don't season routinely, for those with health concerns, but are happy to..."
Debbie P.
"Have enjoyed it over the years.. I've been going to Charlie's over the last ten years with my family and it has always been a hit for us. The broiled..."
David C.
"Charlie's going down hill fast. I was at Charlies about 3 weeks ago, and found that service and food quality have certainly gone down hill pretty..."
Tr Hagin
"Not a fancy place/ but great food. If your looking for a fancy five star place than this place isnt for you,BUT if your looking for simple and..."
Tammyt384
"My meal was great! People Were nice and the place was packed. You do the..."
Chef Hubby
"Easily the best seafood in Citrus County. I give it 5..."
Brian Carrico
"The waitress was so nice and even let us have a sample taste before ordering. The food was delicious! Big portions at a great price too! I would..."
Tonya Hazel
"We were recommended to try Charlie’s Seafood by our vacation house manager. I was happily surprised when we walked in the door & I could see we..."
RobertsMom NC
"The food and service here were top of the line. The food is affordable and delicious. The ambience of the restaurant was very nice and calm. The..."
Rob Nelson
"The food was delicious and the presentation was very nice. The portions were good and the prices were affordable and okay. The waitress was nice but..."
The Adventurers
""Timing is everything", a very wise man taught me. The steamed shrimp, hush puppies, and cheese grits (excellent cheese grits!) were all fine. But...."
Sherry Schwager
"Nice fish camp type of atmosphere. Food was delicious. Shrimp was cooked just right not overly battered or deep fried. Try the local cream ale...."
Bernadette Lloyd
"This is a must to go to a traditional restaurant in Crystal River. It's right on the water. The place is big enough to attend to the customers. Fast..."
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