26 Best Southern Restaurants in Tampa

“Amazing, food, vibe, drinks!“

“Wow! 7th & Grove was the best part of my trip to Tampa. I was greeted at the door by Alicia and she accommodated my party of 5 on the fly! Bri, our waitress was amazing! Quick. Efficient. Friendly. Jarvis - the manager is a people person, you can tell he genuinely loves what he does. He walks by every table and checks on everyone. Loved that. Overall - if you’re looking for good music, good people, and great food - 7th and Grove will not disappoint!“

“Lunch date with friends was a great choice. Shrimp and grits were super yummy! We shared and the portion was just right. Our friends split a salad and It was also good. Very attentive waitstaff. Friendly hostess. Love the decor and atmosphere.“

“The young man at the counter... Michael was very friendly and knowledgeable of the items.... great customer service... so fresh and so clean...lol. FOOD WAS AMAZING! I'll definitely be back“

“It’s pretty solid at this location. I like to get two scoops of salad, as when I have gotten the bread in the past it has been stale. I really love having this restaurant around though, there are many different cool flavors if you’re into all that.“

“I've taken out from Cheddar's before but this was my first time eating in. Our server was very attentive and the hot croissants were delicious! The food was consistent with what I've had in the past. It was a busy Sunday afternoon but the service wasn't lacking. It's a good choice for a decent meal.“

“Maple Street Biscuit Company's menu primarily focuses on unique biscuit sandwiches and plates, featuring both classic and creative combinations. They also offer sides like grits, hashbrowns, and chicken tenders, as well as beverages such as mimosas and lemonade. Their maple coffee is excellent.“

“The food and custom service is amazing. I enjoyed the barbecue jackfruit meal and the strawberry crunch cake. I'll be returning to try their other amazing meals.“

“What an amazing experience. My girlfriends and I went to Lepley's for brunch before a concert.
We had reservations at 11a and were immediately seated. The vibe was so nice, DJ playing music, TV's were playing sports and our waitress was very attentive and catered to our needs. I had catfish and grits and my friends had chicken and waffles with eggs/grits.
Everything was so well seasoned and cooked well. I had a drink and whewww it was nice, strong and good!
We topped it off with the sweet potato brownie.
I expected a brownie and sweet potato combo, but it was just sweet potato's shaped into a brownie with ice cream: it was still very good!
Check out Lepley's for brunch, you won't be disappointed!“

“I didn’t know food soul food existed in Tampa. I was also surprised to find out she offers vegetarian options for us non-meat eaters. I came for a Friendsgiving event, and had the yams, macaroni and cheese, cornbread, mashed potatoes and green beans. Delicious! Get your southern fix in and try M&R Cafe.“

“Best BBQ I've had in a long time!!! Everything was amazing!“

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“really good hot chicken. not so hot it burns your face off, but hot enough to know you just had a spicy meal will prolly go on our work rotation.“

“I always enjoy eating and browsing the store afterwards.“

“Really good brisket sandwich! And the hot bbq sauce is 🔥 must try. Crinkle fries were extra crispy… just how I like it. Baked beans good w burnt ends and a little on the sweet side. Mac and cheese didn’t hit like we thought (based on the look of them) but they were ok. That salted caramel bar looked amazing but will try next time. Also, the 4R employees are always so nice and personable! Definitely a solid bbq spot we frequent.“

“they have a wide variety of whisky and bourbon and it's a chill place for family or couples“

“We frequent 4 Rivers Smokehouse when we are craving great BBQ. I love the fact they have a great variety of meats (I'm partial to the burnt ends) and their sauces are to die for. We love eating at the N Dale Mabry location - staff is great, the restaurant is big and has a great atmosphere and the bakery is great.

Today I ordered take out for a family that just experienced a tragic loss. Having a take out option of great quality food, well packed and including all meal options was a nice option to bring to the family.

So whether you just want a delicious meal or need food for an occasion, visit 4 Rivers Smokehouse's website to see all the selections.“

“😍😍😍😍😍My first time here. my grandfather & his wife eat here sometime. loved the fried catfish platters. delicious. not bad price I give this place 5 stars“

“we had an awesome experience..food was hot and delicious fresh service was 100% can't wait to go back.Even got food to go home with. thank you“

“The place is super super pretty and the building is pretty new. The employees are all amazing and super sweet and helpful when my boyfriend couldn’t figure out how to start the bowling game on the tablet lol. The bowling alley is super fun and you can play up to two games. They give you shoes after you pay, it was about 50$ for two games, and I bought socks which were super nice and thick comfy socks. The food was great they mostly serve burgers and sushi. I honestly recommend for dates this was so much fun for my boyfriend and I’s one year anniversary, i will be coming back !“

“Breakfast, lunch or dinner it's the best.“

“From the moment I stepped inside, I was impressed by the exceptional customer service. The staff took the time to thoroughly explain the menu, which I appreciated. The prices were reasonable, and the portions were generous. The owner's passion for his business was evident; his presence truly made a difference. The restaurant was spotless, and the food was absolutely delicious. The music wasn’t too loud either. I will definitely return and highly recommend others to dine here. I'm a very satisfied customer!“