I’ve eaten barbecue all across the South—from Tennessee’s pulled pork temples to Texas’s brisket shrines—but nothing prepared me for that first bite of ribs at Southern Soul Barbeque on St. Simons Island.
Housed in a lovingly restored mid-century gas station, this legendary joint doesn’t just serve food—it serves nostalgia, community, and joy, all slow-smoked to perfection.
The air outside hums with hickory smoke and chatter, the neon glow cutting through the golden coastal sunset. Locals warned me those ribs would ruin me for life, and they were right. One bite, and I realized Southern Soul isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a revelation.
A Soul-Food Landmark With Serious Street Cred
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