YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER – Thai
Yai Yai sits on North Suncoast Boulevard across from the airport, and it is noticeably more designed than most rooms in Crystal River: modern lines, intimate seating, a patio for when the evening cooperates. The menu runs tapas and sushi, made to order, with herbs often pulled from the owners' own garden. Domestic and craft beer, wine, sake and a genuine cocktail list back it up. Guests describe it as the town's date-night room, somewhere you go for small plates and a lounge feel rather than a basket and a booth. Named for Lillian 'Yai Yai' Knipp. Small plates, long evening.
530 N SUNCOAST BLVD, CRYSTAL RIVER, FL, 34429 352.795.7625 https://www.bubbaquesbbq.com/0Cuisine: Thai
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 YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
Dairy-Free at YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER in Crystal River has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Texas Brisket Platter, Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER in Crystal River has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Texas Brisket Platter, Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER in Crystal River has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Macaroni and Cheese, Cole Slaw and Chocolate Pie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER 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 YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER in Crystal River has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw and Pulled Pork Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER in Crystal River has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw and Pulled Pork Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER in Crystal River has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries and Pulled Pork Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER 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 YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
| 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: Nachos topped with signature Garage Grease BBQ sauce and choice of meat Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $8.49: Crispy battered onion rings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeño Poppers - $9.99: Bacon wrapped jalapeño peppers Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC 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
- Bubba Wings - $13.99: Smoked and fried chicken wings 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 - $15.49: 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 - $19.99: Tender fall-off-the-bone pork ribs Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sticky Bones - $21.99: Meaty back ribs with sweet glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken - $14.99: Smoked half chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Turkey - $15.99: Sliced 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 - $13.49: Hand-breaded chicken strips Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded BBQ Baked Potato - $11.99: Large potato stuffed with butter, cheese, sour cream, and choice of BBQ meat Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- All-You-Can-Eat Salad Bar - $10.99: Fresh greens, pasta salad, potato salad, and rolls Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Macaroni and Cheese - $3.49: 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 - $2.99: Slow-cooked beans with BBQ seasoning Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $3.29: Generous 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 - $2.99: House-made creamy coleslaw 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 - $3.99: 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
- Chocolate Pie - $5.99: Rich chocolate cream pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly
- Banana Pudding - $5.49: Traditional Southern banana pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER
- Is YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Texas Brisket Platter, Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato.
- What can I eat at YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER on a dairy-free diet?
- Texas Brisket Platter, Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sweet Potato and French Fries.
- Is YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER gluten-free?
- 4 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 YAI YAI CRYSTAL RIVER?
- Redneck Nachos, at roughly 58.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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- CHOPSTIX EXPRESS — Chinese
- CEDAR RIVER SEAFOOD OF CRYSTAL RIVER — Seafood
- MR KING — Chinese
- WINE SHOP — French
- FORK IN THE ROAD 2 — American
- FORK IN THE ROAD — American
- PHO 84 — Vietnamese
- VINTAGE ON 5TH — American
- MARIANA'S OF CRYSTAL RIVER — Mexican
- PLANTATION ON CRYSTAL RIVER- SNACK BAR — American
