BUBBAQUE'S – American
The Crystal River BubbaQue's runs a full liquor bar alongside its smoker, a useful thing on North Citrus Avenue. Its menu stretches further than its siblings: fried green tomatoes, buffalo chicken egg rolls, cheese curds, fried green beans, funnel cake fries, redneck potato skins. Sammiches come on Bubba Bread, the Firebird with smoked chicken, bakon and moonshine ranch, Bessie's Best with brisket and Texas sausage, Ole Carolina with slaw. Burgers are hand-pattied and grilled, topped with brisket or smoked sausage. Wings are rubbed, smoked and flash-fried. Closed Tuesdays, open otherwise from eleven. Southern barbecue with a proper drinks list attached.
631 N CITRUS AVE, CRYSTAL RIVER, FL, 34428 352.795.7227 https://www.bubbaquesbbq.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at BUBBAQUE'S
Dairy-Free at BUBBAQUE'S
BUBBAQUE'S in Crystal River has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulled Pork Platter, Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at BUBBAQUE'S
BUBBAQUE'S in Crystal River has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulled Pork Platter, Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at BUBBAQUE'S
BUBBAQUE'S in Crystal River has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Green Tomatoes, Sweet Potato and All-You-Can-Eat Salad Bar. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at BUBBAQUE'S
BUBBAQUE'S in Crystal River has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including BBQ Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at BUBBAQUE'S
BUBBAQUE'S in Crystal River has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulled Pork Platter and Cole Slaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at BUBBAQUE'S
BUBBAQUE'S in Crystal River has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulled Pork Platter and Cole Slaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at BUBBAQUE'S
BUBBAQUE'S in Crystal River has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulled Pork Platter and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at BUBBAQUE'S
BUBBAQUE'S in Crystal River has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at BUBBAQUE'S
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Redneck Nachos | 43.3 g | 58.3 g |
| BBQ Chicken | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Fried Green Tomatoes | 9 g | 16.4 g |
| All-You-Can-Eat Salad Bar | 36.8 g | 15.6 g |
| Fried Chicken Tenders | 10.5 g | 11.9 g |
| St. Louis Ribs | 78.7 g | 10.6 g |
| Chocolate Pie | 116.1 g | 6.4 g |
| Macaroni and Cheese | 16.4 g | 5 g |
| Pulled Pork Platter | 2.9 g | 4.1 g |
| French Fries | 44.6 g | 4.1 g |
| Baked Beans | 11.2 g | 3.6 g |
| Banana Pudding | 14.2 g | 3.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Redneck Nachos - $12.99: Tortilla chips topped with pulled BBQ and signature Garage Grease sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bubba Wings - $14.5: Smoked and fried chicken wings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Tomatoes - $8.99: Southern style fried green tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeño Poppers - $9.5: Fried jalapeños stuffed with cheese and bacon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $7.99: Crispy battered onion rings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Texas Brisket Platter - $18.99: Slow-smoked beef brisket Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Platter - $15.99: Authentic Southern pulled pork Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- St. Louis Ribs - $21.5: Tender fall-off-the-bone pork ribs Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meaty Back Ribs - $23.99: Thick cut pork back ribs Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken - $14.99: Smoked half chicken with BBQ rub Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Turkey - $16.5: Sliced slow-smoked turkey breast Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Tenders - $13.99: Hand-breaded chicken strips Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sticky Bones - $19.99: Glazed ribs served with sweet potato Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded BBQ Baked Potato - $11.5: Large potato stuffed with choice of BBQ meat, cheese, and butter Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- All-You-Can-Eat Salad Bar - $12.99: Fresh greens, pasta salad, potato salad, and rolls Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Macaroni and Cheese - $3.99: Creamy Southern style mac and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Beans - $3.5: Slow-cooked beans with BBQ seasoning Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $3.5: Large portion of golden fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cole Slaw - $3.25: Creamy house-made cabbage slaw Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato - $4.25: Baked sweet potato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Banana Pudding - $5.99: Traditional Southern banana pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Pie - $5.5: Rich chocolate cream pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about BUBBAQUE'S
- Is BUBBAQUE'S dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. BUBBAQUE'S has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulled Pork Platter, Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato.
- What can I eat at BUBBAQUE'S on a dairy-free diet?
- Pulled Pork Platter, Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does BUBBAQUE'S have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sweet Potato and French Fries.
- Is BUBBAQUE'S gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at BUBBAQUE'S?
- Redneck Nachos, at roughly 58.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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