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Steak house in Crystal River, Florida
What should I order at Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River?
What to order
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Ribs
One of the most frequently praised items; reviewers repeatedly described the ribs as fall-off-the-bone, delicious, perfect, and a standout portion of the meal.
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Rolls With Cinnamon Butter
Mentioned many times as a favorite starter or side, with reviewers calling the rolls hot, fluffy, better than other steakhouses, and the cinnamon butter especially tasty.
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Salad
Frequently recommended for being fresh, endless, and very tasty, with several reviews specifically praising the dressing and homemade ranch.
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Sirloin Steak
Recommended for being cooked perfectly, very tender, juicy, and flavorful, with multiple diners noting it as a standout steak choice.
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Chicken Fried Chicken Breast
Praised for being hot, very tender, flavorful, and served in a huge portion with white gravy and mashed potatoes.
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Burger
Several reviews highlighted the burgers as delicious, well-cooked, huge, and well-charred without being dry.
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Onion Rings
Specifically recommended for being hand-cut, extremely crisp, and served with a creamy horseradish dip that reviewers loved.
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Prime Rib
Mentioned as amazing and delicious, with one review noting it turned out exceptionally well during lunch.
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Porterhouse
Recommended for being melt-in-your-mouth delicious, making it one of the standout steak options mentioned in the reviews.
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Catch Of The Day Haddock
Praised as great and a successful seafood choice, with reviewers calling the haddock catch of the day very good.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
About Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River
Folksy chain serving American comfort food in a roadhouse-themed space decorated with Americana.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River known for?
It is especially known for prime rib, which is the most frequently mentioned dish in reviews, along with fajitas and the hot rolls with cinnamon butter. Reviewers also call out the generous portions and timely service, which make the steaks, ribs, and comfort-food plates feel like strong value.
What dishes are most recommended at Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River?
Reviewers most often recommend the prime rib, fajitas, coconut shrimp, and carrot cake, with ribs, chicken fried chicken, and the Cody burger also getting specific praise. The rolls with cinnamon butter and the endless salad are repeated favorites because people say they arrive quickly and taste fresh.
What is the atmosphere like at Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and a little trendy, with a roadhouse feel, booth seating, and outdoor seating available. Reviews describe it as welcoming and lively, a good fit for groups, tourists, and solo diners, though it can get loud when the dining room fills up at dinner.
Is Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe it as reasonably priced for the portion sizes, and one dinner for two with an appetizer and soft drinks came to $43 before tax and tip. The menu is in the comfort-food and steak-house range, so people seem to feel the steaks, ribs, and baskets of food are a fair deal for the price.
When is the best time to visit Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River?
Several reviews suggest going earlier in the evening if you want a shorter wait, since one 5:00 PM visit only waited about 10 minutes while another reviewer said the place was already packed by the time they finished dinner. The restaurant accepts reservations, which may help during prime dinner hours when the room gets busy and louder.
Is parking available at Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River kid-friendly?
Yes, Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River is good for kids.
