Great staff, our bartender Brenda gets two thumbs up. Very friendly environment. They have many…read moredifferent ways to keep you coming back for more, bar games to win free beers and raffle tickets each week to win gift cards for the bar! Even though it says beer and wine they sell numerous liquor drinks that are delicious as well. The owner also owns the hungry turtle restaurant next door which has great food. Very nice hometown bar and I will definitely be coming back!

Good place to grab a beer. lots of beers on tap. no hard stuff. Local hang out. friendly patrons…read moreand staff, 2 pool tables. bands over the weekends. Me and Matt will be back...

Saw ads for Nikos many times and finally decided to try it. Got there around 5:30 on a Saturday…read morenight and were surprised that literally no one was eating anything inside. Maybe they were outside but we didn't look. We were a little undecided about staying but the bartender/waitress said their food was really good so we stayed. We had cheeseburgers and cheese steaks and they were very good. Fries were also excellent. This is a bar that serves good food not a restaurant that serves alcohol so keep that in mind. Atmosphere is a typical bar. I think there were only high top tables with backless stools so not real comfortable for older folks. That being said, my 4 to 5 stars is really just for the food. It won't be part of our regular rotation of restaurants but we'll go back.

Great local spot run by an amazing local couple! Good to watch games, play trivia, DJ, or just grab…read morea bite to eat!

Our server was Cassidy and I'm tellin you she was AWESOME!!!! Give that girl a raise! She…read morerecognizes food allergies and went out of her way to make sure I was safe. Offered alternative food choices and double checked with the kitchen staff....always, always ask for Cassidy.

Update: the next day I woke up vomiting, ended up in the er and missed two days of work. I got the…read morenachos and not only were they $15 nachos but they were below Taco Bell quality and the same consistency. I've tried lollygaggers several times because I work close and almost every time there's been an issue but after this I will not be returning to give them another chance.

Great bar no drama just hang out and have Fun. Shoot pool…read moreplay darts and chill No drugs no attitudes no weapons COME TO HAVE FUN OR DON'T COME

Awesome dive bar. The waitress is friendly and so are the people. Jukebox has every song (almost)…read moreto rock out. No liquor is my reason for 3 stars. Sometimes a girl just wants a margarita! But we made due, and had a good time here.

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.

My boyfriend and I were in Crystal River, and we're looking for a dog friendly place to have lunch…read more Using Yelp, we found Norton's Riverside Bar and Grill. We arrived and immediately saw the large, well equipped deck and outdoor seating. The tables had umbrellas, and there were outdoor fans. We sat and we're greeted by our server promptly. The menu had all the classic sports bar grub, and a good selection. I chose the blackened grouper sandwich, and my boyfriend had the fish and chips. My sandwich was delicious! A nice bun toasted with blackened grouper, lettuce and tomato (and tartar sauce on the side) and it came with tater tots. My boyfriend said the fish had a nice crunch, and the cole slaw was delicious and sweet. The dog, Saint, loved all of the food, too. Although we don't drink, there was a full bar and drink specials. This restaurant was exactly what we were looking for today, and we are glad we happened up on it!

service is good. people are friendly staff as well as patrons! has pool tables. great atmosphere!read more

it's a bar, nothing fancy.....the place is kind of clean. The scroll on Coors Light clock shows the…read morecult mentality of the crowd. There are much better bars in the area

Dawn is an awesome bartender. She anticipated our needs and kept our glasses full. I will be backread more

So this is a no thrills bar. They have decent bar food, but hey I was drowning it in beer. The…read moreplace isn't fancy or very clean. It is a dive bar...before dive bars cleaned up their act. It is a cool place lots of great local people that are nice and friendly. Just don't think your walking into a newly remodeled modern bar with the rustic theme. This place has its own theme and it is ingrained and spawned from years past. The staff was very friendly and welcomed these (us) outsiders with no hesitation. Some of the off duty staff came in as the night got later and tried starting crap with the bartender. Which she struggled to keep them out from behind the bar. It was not her fault and she did apologize. I would and have stopped in for the classic draft brew passing threw.

The busband and I stopped in at Roughstocks grill for the first time this evening. As we are new to…read morethe area, we didn't know what to expect. What we found was a quaint place that was really busy The entertainment of the evening was a gentleman who was a one man band, and almost everyone there was a part of the fam club. He was pretty good. We had fast and friendly service, and placed our orders for thr grouper platter, Fried and the Filet mignon, Medium. We got sides of salad, fries and beans and rice, Nawlins style. The food was delicious! My steak was perfect and rhe grouper was delicate and tender. Its a little hard to get into and out of at peak traffic times. We'll be back

Not sure how to write this review without sounding critical but I wasn't thrilled with this place…read more I ordered the catfish dinner with slaw and it wasn't like any I've had before. The catfish was thick chunks of fish with no breading or flavor. The Cole slaw was a creole slaw made from raw Brussels sprouts, shredded carrots and kale. I couldn't eat either. The server was nice to take half the price off the bill. Not one of my favorite places.

We showed up an hour after they were open on a Saturday, and still got seated immediately. The…read moreweather was gorgeous and our server, Courtney was great. She came over frequently and our drinks and food all came out fast! My only complaint is the prices; I get that it's on the water and it's beautiful, but we were sitting at a table outside with ants covering everything and paying $7 for a virgin pina colada's and $4 for a soda. I digress... we started with the gator dip and loved it! Kiddo enjoyed the Philly with fries. Hubby liked the gator wrap and I enjoyed the fish tacos with Mac n cheese. Portions were big, atmosphere was great. Courtney was great. A solid stop if you're in the area and willing to spend some money.

If you're looking for that classic Old Florida experience, Swampy's is a great spot. The restaurant…read moresits right along the beautiful Rainbow River, and the view is absolutely spectacular. The river is so crystal clear, and there's something really peaceful about sitting outside and watching the water go by. The food was great, as it always is, and their shrimp ceviche is my absolute favorite item on the menu! It's always a must-order for me. I wasn't overly impressed with the Bloody Mary this time, but everything else was wonderful. We enjoyed a peaceful day on the river, sitting out on the patio, enjoying the scenery, and even visiting with the resident kitty. ‍ Definitely a great place to relax, enjoy some good food, and soak up a little bit of Old Florida charm!

Saturday nights with live music and a food truck- great service here! On Lake Rousseau, beautiful…read moreview.

Great place to stop for a beer. Staff is friendly and helpful. One of my favorite ride to's.read more