Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping 

4.8/5 (14 reviews)
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State licensed
 1st Street East, Steinhatchee, FL 32359, United States

Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping 

Up to 9 miles
Steinhatchee, FL, United States
25 ft
6
4.8/5 (14 reviews)

Fishing- We offer 4, 6 and 8 hour fishing trips out of beautiful Steinhatchee. The ride is a 25 ft Ranger Bay boat for your comfort and speed to get to the fish.

Scalloping-We offer 4 and 6 hour Scalloping trips in the beautiful grass flats of Steinhatchee. A short ride to the scallop grounds and in you go for some fun hunting of the scallops. WE DO NOT PROVIDE SNORKELING EQUIPMENT.

Combo Fishing & Scalloping- 4 hours of morning fishing followed by a cool dip and 4 hours of scalloping. This is an 8 hour trip but we can adjust it anyway you want, it rarely will take 4 hours to find your limit of scallops WE DO NOT PROVIDE SNORKELING EQUIPMENT.

*The boat holds 8. My fishing license provides for 4. If you have more than 4 people for any of the above trips you will need a fishing license. 13 and under do not need one. Over 65 and Florida Resident with FL Drivers license will be exempt but please consult FWC regulations if need be.

Fishing- We offer 4, 6 and 8 hour fishing trips out of beautiful Steinhatchee. The ride is a 25 ft Ranger Bay boat for your comfort and speed to get to the fish.

Scalloping-We offer 4 and 6 hour Scalloping trips in the beautiful grass flats of Steinhatchee. A short ride to the scallop grounds and in you go for some fun hunting of the scallops. WE DO NOT PROVIDE SNORKELING EQUIPMENT.

Combo Fishing & Scalloping- 4 hours of morning fishing followed by a cool dip and 4 hours of scalloping. This is an 8 hour trip but we can adjust it anyway you want, it rarely will take 4 hours to find your limit of scallops WE DO NOT PROVIDE SNORKELING EQUIPMENT.

*The boat holds 8. My fishing license provides for 4. If you have more than 4 people for any of the above trips you will need a fishing license. 13 and under do not need one. Over 65 and Florida Resident with FL Drivers license will be exempt but please consult FWC regulations if need be.

Chris Davy
Captain
Chris Davy
10 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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1/2 day Fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
+6
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (AM) Scalloping
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 5 (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Scallop
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (PM) Scalloping
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 5 (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Scallop
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Scalloping
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 7 (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Seabass (Black)
+8
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Snook
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+7
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day fish and scallop
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 1 (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Cobia
Snook
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+3
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

4.8
14 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Daniel Chapman
Daniel Chapman
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
February fishing trip
3/4 Day Fishing Trip on February 14, 20262 adults

Chris Davy
Response from Captain

Thanks for the kind review

Steven Diehl
Steven Diehl
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Chris
3/4 Day Fishing Trip on August 9, 20253 adults

Chris Davy
Response from Captain

Thanks for the review, look forward to seeing you again

Craig Hartwig
Craig Hartwig
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Scallop season after hurricane Debby
1/2 day Fishing on August 10, 20242 adults

Capt. Chris has the spots! Scalloping was good only a 4 days after the hurricane went thru Steinhatchee. Good Captain, you won't regret booking with him. Good knowledge of the area, including restaurants, shuckers, bars, and places to go. Appreciate the fun and productive trip. Craig

Chris Davy
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for the kind review. I had a blast with you two. So much fun and glad you had a good time. Hope to see you again! - Captain Chris

Kimberly Bennett
Kimberly Bennett
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great trip!
3/4 Day Fishing Trip on June 29, 20244 adults

Trip was great. Captain did a great job. We caught a lot of fish and he made sure everyone had what they needed to catch fish and made sure everything was taken care of. Definitely recommend this trip to anyone!!

Reported catch:
Black Seabass
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Chris Davy
Response from Captain

Thank you for the review! I appreciate it. Had a great time myself!

Jeff Mcallister
Jeff Mcallister
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Steinhatchee Scallops
Half Day Trip (PM) Scalloping on July 20, 20244 adults

Captain Chris was very professional and knowledgeable. He brought us to the areas most likely to produce good results. I would definitely recommend him as your guide for scalloping or fishing!

FAQs about Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping

Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 1/2 day Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) Scalloping (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) Scalloping (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Scalloping (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day fish and scallop (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment Recommend to bring your own, but I have some
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (water)
  • Fishing license
Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing (It's snorkeling )
Top targeted fish species with Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Redfish
  • Scallop
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Chris Davy
Chris Davy
Chris Davy

Steinhatchee, Florida, United States

73 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
105 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2017

I grew up in Nashville, TN, before it was cool. As a small kid, we fished every pond and creek within 20 miles of my house, often by horseback. Certainly, it was different times, but my passion for finding fish never changed. Then it was Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Rainbow and Brown Trout, along with Crappie and Catfish. As a teenager, I fished on a boat called Honey Chile in Sarasota/Longboat Key, FL. It was there I learned the pursuit of 'big fish.' I knew then when I was old enough, I'd be heading to FL to live and fish. I always wanted to be a professional fisherman and, in the mid 90's began tournament fishing for Kingfish. The adventure took on a life of its own, and by 2012 I started hosting the Southern Sportsman Radio Show in Flagler County and did so for 8 years. Fishing and being a guide is my life, and the real reason I do it, and love it, is to be a special part of other people's memories with family and friends.

73 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
105 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2017

I grew up in Nashville, TN, before it was cool. As a small kid, we fished every pond and creek within 20 miles of my house, often by horseback. Certainly, it was different times, but my passion for finding fish never changed. Then it was Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Rainbow and Brown Trout, along with Crappie and Catfish. As a teenager, I fished on a boat called Honey Chile in Sarasota/Longboat Key, FL. It was there I learned the pursuit of 'big fish.' I knew then when I was old enough, I'd be heading to FL to live and fish. I always wanted to be a professional fisherman and, in the mid 90's began tournament fishing for Kingfish. The adventure took on a life of its own, and by 2012 I started hosting the Southern Sportsman Radio Show in Flagler County and did so for 8 years. Fishing and being a guide is my life, and the real reason I do it, and love it, is to be a special part of other people's memories with family and friends.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Ranger
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 400HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
It's snorkeling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Recommend to bring your own, but I have some
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
water
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Steinhatchee right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
RedfishRedfish
ScallopScallop
SheepsheadSheepshead
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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