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    The Lazy Lizard

    3.4 (96 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Live music
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Blackened Jumbo Shrimp with green beans and tropical slaw
    Monika S.

    We visited on a Thursday at 3pm, had no trouble parking and no wait. They had live music outside. We were in the shade with a nice breeze--so it was comfortable. The food was very good! I didn't like the slaw--it was too sweet for me. My blackened shrimp was delicious. The green beans were perfectly cooked with some bacon. The cocktail sauce was perfectly spicy. My husband thought it tasted like a mounds bar. The service from Nicole was excellent.

    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.

    Gators!
    Pam K.

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

    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!

    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.

    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!

    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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    Melissa W.

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

    Crabcakes and scallops.

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    Nice life performer he is very talented, food is great and servers are awesome and friendly

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    The best chicken Caesar salad around! I have had many and this place is the best hands down.

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    Food is mediocre and overpriced, service is good, small inside area with air-conditioning, big outside where it's very hot. Lacking fans.

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    Grouper wrap is excellent! Great job. Really clean , cute place. Staff is wonderful.

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    Great food, cocktails, ans service. Fun watching the turtles and alligator from the tiki bar!

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    Smile, everyone's on camera.
    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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