A Guide For Your Stay at the Manatee Lodge

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We will update this page frequently to help you on your stay at the Manatee Lodge.

** Denotes some of our personal favorites.

IMPORTANT SEASONS TO NOTE

Scallop Season runs July - September

Manatee Season runs November 15 - March 30

Fishing Seasons vary throughout the year

RESTAURANTS & BARS

• Crump's Landing  ** A MUST and great for all ages, (especially with their on-site playground!)  "There's never a shortage of things to do and enjoy at Crumps' Landing. From our mouthwatering food and cocktail menu to our many events and amenities, Crumps' is truly a destination location in the heart of Old Florida!"
• The Freezer ** If you like shrimp this is your place CASH ONLY!  "The freezer was actually a real bait freezer turned into a bar. The Seminole Indians bulit a tiki hut on the back which over looks otter creek. This is a working fish house to this day. Watch the fishermen unload the seafood you eat."
• Wallace's at the Greenhouse ** One of our favorites and another MUST.  "Our fresh, scratch kitchen led by Chef Wallace will tantalize your taste buds featuring fresh seafood, great steaks, big pork chops, roasted chicken and many gluten free and vegetarian/vegan options."
• Marguerita Grill  Close enough to take the kayaks or paddle boards.  "Mexican & American fare in a relaxed setting with sports TV, fishbowl Margaritas & patio seating."
• Florida Cracker Monkey Bar "This dockside haunt features seafood & meat dishes, plus a large patio, an outside bar & live music."
• The Shed Riverfront Tiki Bar/ MacRae's  "Let our staff direct you to great fishing, diving, swimming, dining, golfing, or whatever your heart desires.  MacRae's offers free maps of the area upon arrival and has a rental boat fleet for day or night use. You might also want to try an excursion with a captain to see nature from a different perspective."
• Old Mill Tavern "Old Mill Tavern gets its name from the Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park that is located next to the Old Mill  restaurant in Historic Old Homosassa Florida." 
• 2 Pops Sandwich Shop ** "Serving fresh and delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Stop in and see our Resident Alligators, Van and Halen. Feeding times are Saturday at 1PM."
• Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters "We not only pride ourselves on fresh roasted coffee, but being a place where our customers come for fresh baked pastries, delicious sandwiches, lobster rolls, weekend brunch, and more."
• The Ice Cream Barr "Premium gourmet cream made in-house using the freshest and locally sourced ingredients."