★★★★★ 5 · 26 Google reviews

Real Soul. Real BBQ. Real Love.

Neal's Soul Food & BBQ is a labor of love served from a vintage red food truck in Crystal River, where authentic barbecue and soulful sides are prepared fresh and served with genuine warmth every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

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📍 Crystal River, FL 34428⭐ 5 · 26 reviews🕒 Open weekly

5★Google rating

26Reviews

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Crystal RiverLocally owned

Our Story

A local favorite for a reason.

It earned 5★ across 26 reviews one plate at a time — fresh food, fair prices, and a welcome that keeps regulars coming back.

Come grab a seat and dig in. Simple, generous, and exactly what you came for.

— 5★ from 26 reviews on Google

Guest Favorites

What everyone orders.

The dishes locals rave about — pulled straight from the reviews. Come hungry.

★ GUEST FAVORITE

3 Meat Dinner

Smoky ribs, tender pulled pork, and juicy brisket with two made-from-scratch sides that'll have you coming back for more.

★ GUEST FAVORITE

Pulled Pork

Slow-smoked and falling-apart tender, this is the kind of pulled pork that tastes like it was made with pure dedication.

★ GUEST FAVORITE

Oxtail

Expertly seasoned and cooked low and slow until it melts in your mouth—a true soul food classic done right.

★ GUEST FAVORITE

Peach Cobbler

Warm, buttery, and absolutely unforgettable—the perfect sweet ending that guests describe as 'to die for.'

★ GUEST FAVORITE

Mac & Cheese

Creamy, cheesy comfort in every bite, made fresh and served as the ultimate soulful side dish.

★ GUEST FAVORITE

Strawberry Lemonade

Sweet, refreshing, and so good you can't take just one sip—the drink that keeps people talking about their visit.

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Why Locals Choose Us

The easy choice in Crystal River.

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Top-Rated Locally

5 · 26 Google reviews — earned one happy customer at a time.

Honest Pricing

Straightforward, fair prices with no surprises. What we quote is what you pay.

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Quick & Easy

A simple, no-runaround process. Real people who get you taken care of fast.

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Goes the Extra Mile

Service that shows up — the kind your neighbors recommend by name.

In Their Words

26 reviews. 5 stars. Here's why.

★★★★★

"Incredibly good BBQ! You can taste that it is prepared with a lot of love and dedication. We had the 3 meat BBQ with side dishes. I would recommend the beans as a side dish and definitely the peach cobbler for dessert."

K SGoogle review

★★★★★

"Great food but hard to find spot. Worth it once you find it. I had oxtail and baked beans. 10/10. Wife had brisket and chicken with green and macaroni and cheese. 10/10. If you are looking for a change on FRIDAY, SAT, SUN stop by. A+"

Bryan and Peggy MartinGoogle review

★★★★★

"Neal is an amazing cook! We got the 3 meat dinner that came with two sides and it did not disappoint! If you want to support local owners and eat local soul food this is THE spot. The peach cobbler was to die for! will be coming back!"

Stephen OzGoogle review

Rated 5 out of 5 across 26 Google reviews.

Visit Us

Stop by, or reach out.

We're in Crystal River, Citrus — easy to find, easy to work with. Give us a call and we'll take care of you.

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Phone

+1 813-428-1103

Address

Crystal River, FL 34428

Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM

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