Waterfront Social - Crystal River, Florida

Explore With Who

Great water views the staff is friendly enjoyed talking to the host about how his family has history here. Local people here seem very happy to have tourist in their area. Cobb salad deliciously fresh and my husband got the burger he liked it. Curd cheese appetizers was outstanding but got me full quick was a lot. Tasty would come back if in the area.

Kalidindi Subhash

Great food and ambience. We got the grouper bites, crab filled chicken, Wisconsin cheese curds, clam chowder, pasta, and the cheesecakes. All of them were good. The only drawback was that the chicken was a bit chewy in the crab filled chicken. The grouper bites was a bit more on heavy batter side but overall decent. The pasta was delicious and so was the cheese curds. The ambience was really good with beautiful waterside view. Portions are also good and the waiter was quite accommodating and friendly.

Mountain Guide

Waterfront Social has great views with lots of seating bot inside and out. The menu had a lot of choices. I opted for the Mahi tacos. The staff was attentive and friendly. The food was prepared to our liking and they even have a Gluten free menu. Other than the squirrels running across the rafters in the outdoor seating area, this place was well worth the visit.

Cedar Phothisane

We were passing through Crystal River and needed somewhere to stop that would be kid friendly! This spot was the perfect place! We sat out on the back patio by the water. It was so nice with the breeze and fans. We ordered a little bit of everything! Clam chowder, crab cakes, smash burger, chicken fingers and pasta! It was all so good! The portion sizes were great too! We will definitely be back!

Kim Griner (Kim)

Restaurant Review: Waterfront Social, Crystal River, FL

During a recent business trip to Crystal River, FL, I had the pleasure of dining at Waterfront Social. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional.

The bar staff deserves special recognition for their outstanding service. They were incredibly attentive and went above and beyond to accommodate dietary restrictions, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience. Their dedication to customer satisfaction was evident in every interaction.

One of the highlights of my visit was the superb signature Margarita cocktails. Perfectly balanced and refreshing, these drinks were a testament to the bar staff's mixology skills.

For dinner, I opted for the Grilled Salmon with Jasmine Rice, Veggies, and a Balsamic glaze. The salmon was cooked to perfection—tender and flavorful. Paired with the aromatic jasmine rice and crisp vegetables, the dish was both tasty and fresh, a true delight for the palate.

The atmosphere at Waterfront Social is another noteworthy aspect. The setting is relaxing, casual, and refreshing, enhanced by the gorgeous waterfront sunset views. It is the perfect place to unwind and end a long workday while traveling for business.

In summary, Waterfront Social in Crystal River, FL, offers an impeccable dining experience with its attentive bar staff, delicious cuisine, and serene atmosphere. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area, whether for business or leisure.

Aaron Mocek

Had a wonderful meal with my wife on the crystal river, beautiful view, plenty of wildlife, no manatees. Food was excellent had the blackened grouper and pasta with blackened shrimp, smoked fish dip and gator bites. Drinks were good, the good Karen, skinny dons strawberry margarita and the watermelon social. We went back to the hotel full and happy! April was an excellent server!

Bethany Ortecho

This visit was the result of a quick google weighing local options, a spontaneous lunch jaunt, after a morning of paddleboarding. Lovely view, and the food did not disappoint. Ordered the Royal Floridian cocktail (pictured), the pork "wings" (also pictured), and a smash burger (not pictured, because my husband, well, he smashed it. I had the blackened Mahi tacos, which were perfectly seasoned, and the fries were delightfully crisp. I sense a post-water adventure lunch ritual in my future.

Toby Bear

What a cute little place right on the water! The people were friendly and the service was amazing!

The view over the bay was absolutely beautiful and magical.

We enjoyed the coconut shrimp, onion rings, fish and chips, and the fried shrimp. The mango sauce which came with the coconut shrimp was the star of the evening. It was definitely spicy for those who are sensitive to heat. But the bite of spice was not too overwhelming for the regular palate.

The drinks were super delicious and word of caution: they sneak up on you. ?