Hidden away from the glittering beaches and bustling theme parks that define Florida’s tourist image lies a true culinary treasure locals have cherished for years. Steph’s Southern Soul Restaurant in Dade City isn’t the kind of place splashed across travel magazines or swarmed by social media influencers.
Instead, this humble brick building with its cheerful yellow trim has built a following the old-fashioned way—by serving food that speaks to the soul.
Generations have gathered here for perfectly crisp fried chicken, rich and comforting sides, and warm hospitality that makes every guest feel like part of the family from the very first visit.
Unassuming on the Outside, Legendary inside
First impressions can be deceiving! I almost drove past Steph’s my first visit, mistaking it for just another roadside building. The modest exterior gives zero hints about the culinary magic happening inside…