
Restaurants & Cafés
Here are all the Homosassa eateries locals and visitors love:
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Crumps’ Landing – 11210 W Halls River Rd. A warm, relaxed spot with diverse menu and cocktails. Ideal for solo meals, family dinners, or a lunch at the bar.
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Marguerita Grill – 10200 W Halls River Rd. Waterfront seafood & steaks with river views. Yellow
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The Freezer Tiki Bar – 5590 S Boulevard Dr. Casual seafood shack on the water with shrimp, stone crabs, and an unforgettable setting.
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Seagrass Waterfront Restaurant & Tiki Bar – 10386 W Halls River Rd. Long‑time favorite with outdoor seating and riverside sandwiches.
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Florida Cracker Kitchen (Monkey Bar at Riverside Resort) – 5297 S Cherokee Way. Hearty Southern plates and an open‑air bar over the river—watch dolphins and manatees as you eat.
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Two Guys From Italy – 5792 S Suncoast Blvd. Cozy Italian fare with friendly service.
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Michael Anthony's Pizza – 3938 S Suncoast Blvd. Generous portions and great pizza, antipasto, and calzones.
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Kim’s Cafe II – 3910 S Suncoast Blvd. A beloved breakfast joint with a homey atmosphere.
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Champions BBQ – 1470 S Suncoast Blvd. Known for tender ribs and pulled pork.
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Wallace’s at the Greenhouse – 2420 S Suncoast Blvd. Elevated menu and upscale setting.
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New China – 3770 S Suncoast Blvd. Consistent go-to for fast service and solid Chinese fare. ​
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Moschello's Pizza - 3772 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34448
Bars & Distilleries
The best spots in Homosassa for a drink with friends, waterfront vibes, and locally crafted spirits:
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Homosassa Distillery – 8759 W Tradeways Ct. Veteran-owned craft distillery producing small-batch bourbon, moonshine, rum, gin, and more. Enjoy tastings, cocktails, tours, and unique experiences like the Bourbon Barrel program.
Florida Cracker Monkey Bar – 5297 S Cherokee Way. Open-air riverside bar at the Riverside Resort. Watch manatees and dolphins while sipping a cold drink. -
Crumps’ Landing – 11210 W Halls River Rd. Huge tiki-style bar & grill on the river with live music, cocktails, and a laid-back vacation vibe.
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The Freezer Tiki Bar – 5590 S Boulevard Dr. Rustic, cash-only tiki bar serving beer, wine, and some of the best shrimp in the area.
MacRae’s Shed – 5300 S Cherokee Way. Classic Old Homosassa dockside watering hole, popular with boaters and locals alike. -
Old Mill Tavern – 10465 W Yulee Dr. Neighborhood pub offering cold beer, cocktails, and live music on select nights.
Tours, Outfitters & Outdoor Experiences
Highlighting Homosassa’s best for manatees, waterways, and nature:
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River Adventure Tours – 10269 W Halls River Rd. Offers kayak & paddleboard rentals, boat tours, airboat trips, fishing charters, scallop tours, and manatee cruises.
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Seven Sisters Campground (Kayak Rentals) – 8544 W Miss Maggie Dr. Rentals include kayaks and paddleboards for exploring the springs area.
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River Safaris & Gulf Charters – Offers airboat tours, pontoon and boat rentals, manatee-viewing and scalloping trips, plus group tours.
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Blue Heaven River Tours – Narrated boat rides, ideal for escaping up old‑Florida waterways and spotting manatees.
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Island Girl Cruises – 90‑minute narrated tours touring Monkey Island and the springs.
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Snorkeling With Manatees – 5297 S Cherokee Way. Small‑group snorkeling tours, optional private and VIP packages. Swimwithmanatees+1
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Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park – 4150 S Suncoast Blvd. Wildlife exhibits, manatees, walking trails, tram, and $5 boat tours.
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Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park – Historic ruins off US‑19 stationed within Homosassa.
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Yulee Springs & Homosassa River (Monkey Island) – Explore via kayaking or boat; Monkey Island is a quirky, local landmark.
Grocery & General Stores
Convenient places to stock up:
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Publix Super Market at Springs Plaza – 3942 S Suncoast Blvd. Main supermarket in town.
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Publix at Shoppes of Sugarmill Woods – 9525 S Suncoast Blvd. Another full-service option.
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Walmart Supercenter – 6885 S Suncoast Blvd. Everything from groceries to hardware. Walmart.com
Hardware & Home Supplies
For essentials or DIY needs:
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Kane’s Ace Hardware – 3600 S Suncoast Blvd. Friendly local hardware store, DIY supplies.
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The Home Depot (Crystal River) – Full hardware, tool rentals, and project materials. The Home Depot
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Tractor Supply Co. – Offers farm, home, pet, and hardware goods. Tractor Supply Co.
Veterinarians & Pet Services
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Homosassa Animal & Bird Hospital – 8177 W Grover Cleveland Blvd. Specializes in birds, exotics, pets; 33+ years experience.
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Midway Animal Hospital – 1635 S Suncoast Blvd. AAHA-accredited; full surgery & diagnostics, boarding, urgent care.
Medical & Hospitals (Nearby Options)
Though not directly in town, these are your nearest full-service facilities:
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Tampa General Hospital – Crystal River (Bravera Seven Rivers) – Full hospital with ER. (Include address via Google if needed.)
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HCA Florida Citrus Hospital – Inverness (approx. 20-25 mins away).
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HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital – Brooksville (approx. 30 mins away).
Places of Worship
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St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church – 7040 S Suncoast Blvd; active parish community.
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First Baptist Church of Homosassa – 10540 W Yulee Dr.
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Christ’s Family Christian Church – 7461 S Suncoast Blvd.