Top 13 Budget-Friendly Restaurants Near You in Cross City, FL

Coleman T (Whispers) Good food. Fair prices. Huge portions. Definitely going back!

Billie Jo Grassinger We stopped for lunch because I read a review that said "best fried chicken." The restaurant was very busy but there were two empty tables. My friends ordered from the menu and I got the buffet. It was fantastic and amazingly quick! I would happily eat here daily if I lived in the area. Will definitely be a destination point when in that area!!

Valerie McBee I had a blizzard with extra Reeses. Usually every place still gives very little. Not under the new management. Every single bite had a some in it. The gentleman that served us was very friendly too.

Susan Raj Stopped at this drive thru for an early lunch on a road trip. We don’t eat a lot of fast food and had never been to a Hardee’s so it took us a minute to decide what to order. Angela was working the drive thru and was so kind and patient with us. She made sure we got fresh, hot fries and my burger was done “low carb” style, which was wrapped in lettuce! So much better than I was expecting! Angela is a wonderful asset and has sold us on Hardee’s now!

Sasha Celis We loved the pizza. We ordered a cheese pizza and vegetables. The service was great very attentive. We met the owner and had a great conversation!

jljcam Wow! Who knew such a gem existed one hour from Gainesville, Lake City and Cedar Key? We attended a funeral in Cross City Florid last week, and decided to stay at the Putnam Lodge. The Chiefland hotels didn’t look very good and the history of this lodge pulled us in. What a delightful surprise! It was built in the 1920’s in the heart of the timber boom. It was the perfect place for tourists to stop on their way to find that perfect piece of land south. The pecky Cypress and the lodge is gorgeous! The staff was very attentive, the owner who is so charming had poured her time, money, and love into restoring the building. The restaurant was top-notch! I had the ribeye with homemade mashed potatoes. Wonderful young man in the kitchen who learned his skills working as a teenager! Top notch! We enjoyed walking through the lodge, reading about its history, and simply looking at the beautiful building built in the 1920s. There were spacious large staircases, beautiful hallways and a perfect room with everything we needed. What a refreshing change from the chain hotels we have stayed at throughout the country. It felt like a bed and breakfast without the breakfast. It was kind of magical for us. The beds were very comfortable, the linens weren’t that sweaty polyester, and the pillows were just perfect. We stayed in the haunted room, but saw no ghosts, only a spacious closet with the lovely tubs that lean back. It even had an overhead fan, sheers, blinds and block out curtains. We both had a lovely nights sleep! The lodge has an event room, and a beautiful outdoor space with a 20’ x 20‘ fountain. I sat outside, relaxing, listening to smooth jazz and listening to the birds the owner kept. Even though we were in Cross City for a sad occasion, it brightened the weekend and I’m still having wonderful memories of staying in this lodge. It was magical for us and I hope you will consider staying there on your next trip anywhere near Cross City. Let’s support these historical gems.You will not regret it.

Eric Emery They dont scan the app. Food was tasty.

K Stroud We are early-to-rise travelers and were looking for a place that was open for breakfast. When the word “Diner” is in the title you should know what to expect. The crowded parking lot at 6:00 a.m. also confirmed our expectations: this was gonna be a great breakfast hangout. We were greeted right away by our waitress who promptly served us hot coffee. We both ordered the egg , meat, grits and toast option. It was served quickly and precisely like we asked: Eggs were perfectly over-medium; bacon and sausage delicious; and grits/hashbrowns done right. The Dixie Diner is not fancy but when you’re hungry and want a good, cooked-to-order breakfast at a reasonable price in a clean setting, this is the place to go. This little hidden gem is a place we will come back to on our frequent trips down Route 19. I look forward to experiencing lunch/dinner.

Dolin Trevor I had a really good experience at this McDonald’s and felt like it deserved a solid review. The place was clean, well organized, and didn’t have that rushed or chaotic feeling some fast food spots get. The staff was friendly and patient, even during a busy stretch, and my order came out accurate and hot. Fries were fresh and crispy, burgers were put together properly, and everything tasted exactly how it should. I also appreciated how quick the service was without feeling sloppy or careless. The dining area was maintained well, and it made stopping in feel comfortable instead of just a grab-and-go situation. For a reliable, consistent meal at a fair price, this McDonald’s definitely delivers and does its job right.

Rebecca Munn The food was sooo good. A great restaurant right at the roadside of the highway. The place was meticulously clean. We had the fried shrimp and flounder. It came with fries and coleslaw. The fries were fried to perfection and similar to potato wedges...yummy! There was homemade brownies and chocolate chip cookies and homemade soap.

Julie Rutledge We recently returned to The Putnam Lodge for dinner and it did not disappoint. After enjoying a cocktail at the bar we were escorted to our table. The calamari and escargot appetizers hit the spot before we delighted in our delicious entrees. The service was efficient and friendly. We’ll be back!