Chyna Southern Soul & Seafood brings the warmth of Sunday dinner to St. Petersburg. Authentic Southern recipes passed down through generations -- fried catfish, smothered oxtails, collard greens, and all the fixings that make your soul sing.
"The best meals aren't just food -- they're memories. Every dish I serve carries the love and tradition of generations before me." -- Anglue Pearson, Owner
Chyna Southern Soul & Seafood was born from a deep love for Southern cooking and the belief that good food brings people together. Rooted in the traditions of the Deep South and planted right here in St. Petersburg, Florida, we serve the kind of meals that remind you of family gatherings, Sunday suppers, and the comforting warmth of home.
Every recipe is crafted from scratch using time-honored techniques and the freshest ingredients. From our golden fried catfish to our slow-cooked oxtails, each dish is prepared with patience, pride, and a generous helping of soul. This is more than a restaurant -- this is a gathering place where the community comes to be nourished, body and spirit.
Bringing the flavors of the Deep South to the Sunshine State with love, tradition, and a cast iron skillet.
Every dish prepared with care and heart
Homemade recipes, never frozen
A gathering place for the neighborhood
Warm hospitality, always welcoming
Our recipes have been passed down through generations. Each dish carries decades of tradition, perfected over family stovetops and holiday tables.
We source fresh ingredients and prepare everything from scratch daily. No shortcuts, no freezer bags. Real food made the real way.
When you walk through our door, you are family. We greet you with a smile and serve you with the warmth and generosity of the South.
We are proudly rooted in St. Petersburg. Supporting local, feeding the neighborhood, and building a space where everyone feels at home.
We believe in feeding folks right. Every plate is loaded with love and enough food to make sure nobody leaves hungry. That is the Southern way.
Fresh Gulf seafood, prepared with the same care and seasoning as our soul food classics. Crispy, juicy, and always cooked to order.
"The oxtails are unreal. I have been searching for oxtails like this since I moved to Florida. Chyna's is the real deal -- just like my grandma used to make. I'm a customer for life."
"This place is a treasure. The fried catfish is the best I've ever had in Tampa Bay. And those collard greens? Chef's kiss. The whole family loves it here. It feels like home."
"I ordered the shrimp and grits and the mac and cheese. Both were absolutely incredible. Huge portions, amazing flavor. You can taste that everything is made fresh. 10 out of 10."
783 20th Ave South
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Tuesday - Saturday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Monday: Closed
Questions, catering inquiries, or just want to tell us how much you love the oxtails? We would love to hear from you.