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Travelers' Choice2022
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$7 - $16
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American, Cajun & Creole, Bar, Seafood
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

We arrived at 5pm on Valentines Day WITHOUT reservations and was seated next to the river in one hour. We were impressed as our dinner was served very quickly. Very good fried shrimp, cheese grits and slaw!

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed February 9, 2023

I ate at Swampy's Bar and Grille on a Sunday in early December. The atmosphere of being on the river makes the food taste even better. It was fun watching the kayakers, the pontoons, and the boats go up the river. The table was right...on the deck overlooking the river. The fish tacos were delicious! The staff is really friendly and efficient. Food is served quickly. Swampy's is well worth the money.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed January 9, 2023

Meals are tasty, hot, fast and well served. Fantastic view for a casual restaurant. I love tom atch the birds on the waterfront...kayaking close by as well.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed December 11, 2022

Our new neighbors Mike & Cheryl from Up-north took us out for dinner...their treat. We suggested Swampys which they enjoyed. Katie, our server gave excellent service with a smile. There was an anhinga drying its wings in a tree across the river. Great photo op....Mike ordered gator bites appetizer for the table. Yum-eee, especially dipped in the tasty rémoulade sauce. Tom had a Swampys burger with coleslaw that he said was 'Okay". I had a Philly Cheese Steak sandwich with awesome cheesy grits...excellent. The one concern every time we go to Swampys is getting out of the lot back onto SR200...Dangerous!More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed November 30, 2022

What can I say? The view is phenomenal, the food just yummy, and the staff are friendly. they allow our puppy to eat with us. parking is easy. etc. etc.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed November 19, 2022 via mobile

Went with my wife and a family member for my birthday dinner. Food was good and the service was very good. View of the river was very nice and relaxing. The food came out very fast. Wear mosquito repellent if you dine around dusk. We...were getting bit up by the end of dinner.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed October 19, 2022

My friend and I had the Shrimp, Sausage and Grits and I gotta tell ya, it was so tasty and seasoned just right. Hubby had wings and our friend had the Philly Cheese Steak. Everyone was super happy with their food. Cooked to perfection. The...view is wonderful as you are seated right by the Rainbow River. Would definitely recommend eating here.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed September 21, 2022

This was the second time I booked Swampy's for a large group of people and they really out did themselves. The managers were very attentive and our waitress, Candace was exceptional. The kitchen staff whipped the meals out as fast as they got the orders....The food was exceptional, as usual. Dealing with a large group (of women bikers) is always challenging but they met the challenge. I heard no complaints, and I would have been the one to get them! Thanks, Swampy's for treating us so well.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed September 19, 2022

BEST location just about in all of Dunnellon - right there by the clear and beautiful Rainbow River, and yes, a river DOES flow through the Town of Dunnellon! Unfortunately in my honest opinion with this great location and VERY popular I feel they could...TRULY bring the food up a few notches - it is DEFFINITELY hit and miss - a TOP CHEF is pertinent to a successful restaurant - drinks are fine there and no better view - people tubing, kayaking, and all the other water sports go by, stop in and it's IS fun ... but lacking.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed September 12, 2022 via mobile

This was based on location and atmosphere. They let us bring our puppy dog and was very accommodating to him as well-and to us that is a thumbs up! This is sitting on the Rainbow River, so it does not get any prettier than that-our...beer was cold, our food was good, and the atmosphere was relaxing/fun! We were visiting the State Park up the road and this was a great detour for the evening! Check it out!!!More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed August 15, 2022 via mobile

This cajun restaurant is fabulous. Located beside the Rainbow River in Dunellon, guests can enjoy delicous authentic cajun food while watching kayaks and boats ease down the beautiful river. Our awesome server Courtney was very polite, charming, and efficient. She did a great job! The...jamabalaya was delicious and authentic. Having spent years in south Louisiana myself, this is the real deal. You won't be disappointed. We will definitely go back.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed July 24, 2022

Great atmosphere. Great food. Great server. Charged $8 for two $3.50 beers. Meal was $34.22. Give the servers two $20's & received $5 change (shorted 78¢). I know this isn't much, but the idea of it.

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed July 6, 2022

Had a large party on a Sunday afternoon - waitress took us as her last table and was FABULOUS. Food was great, environment was fun - hope our waitress has a happy healthy baby!

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed June 14, 2022 via mobile

Took friend for hour ride to get here. Bragged about it all the way to bide time. Seated quickly upon arrivals had a couple appetizers and drinks before placing order. We were seated next to water and river was generally still. I opted for pasta...jambalaya as my entree. It was about a 10-15 minute wait for food. Absolutely wonderful flavor and commendable portion size. I’d stop8; if haven’t before…you’ll be amazed at the ambience and scenery.More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed June 13, 2022 via mobile

Excellent food and service and scenery is just out of a fairytale. We ordered a local draft, shrimp and crawfish etoufee, seafood Mac n cheese, gator bites and and key lime pie for dessert and everything was delicious! Locals had recommended us this place and...we were so happy that we went!More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Kevin M
August 23, 2022|
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Response from Z6398MNgaryr | Reviewed this property |
Yes. Dock at restaurant & place to moor to grab a bite.
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Response from cyn12142019 | Reviewed this property |
I have seen dogs there so I would say yes.
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Response from Todd_Rundgren_Rocks | Reviewed this property |
There is one inside I believe and you have one outside that is more non-handycaped.
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Swampy's Bar & Grille is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5