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Chris Davy
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Chris Davy

Palm Coast, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
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.

Charters

Rating

4.8
114 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

89%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
83%
Caught fish

All reviews (114)

Showing 1 – 5 of 114 reviews
  • Dori Nugent
    Dori Nugent
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Very Accommodating

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    I requested a last minute fishing trip and Capt Chris was more than willing to accept our last minute booking. We spent a great day on the water and caught multiple and and a variety of fish. He worked hard to give us a memorable experience. Thank you Capt Chris!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Flounder
  • Hemita Klose
    Hemita Klose
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Unforgettable Scalloping Adventure with Captain Chris👌

    6 Hour Scalloping • 8 adults • 2 children

    Five-star experience! Our captain was an exceptional host who kept everyone—from the kids to the adults—engaged and having fun all day. The boat was spotless, safe, and top-tier. An unforgettable scalloping trip from start to finish!

    Reported catch:
    Scallop
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much! you were a wonderful family. i look forward to seeing you again. Go Vols!

  • Maximilian Klueber
    Maximilian Klueber
    Repeat angler
    de
    Germany
    Member since 2025
    11 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Chris is amazing!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    Had a very nice day on the lake! Would always recommend!

  • Kathryn Eisnor
    Kathryn Eisnor
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly recommend

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping (AM) • 8 adults

    we had a great tome on the trip. got loads of scallops, had loads of fun and since we have a big group we were happy yhat the boat was big enough for 8!! Thanks for making oir annual trip memorable!

  • Sergey Shkop
    Sergey Shkop
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Many fish caught and let go

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 4 adults

    Captain Chris made the trip all fun and friendly banter, interrupted by a frequent bite, pull, fish off the hook or chewed through the line situation. 4 hrs spent well!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the kind review

Real catches shared by our community

  • Southern Fried Charters – Rodman Reservoir
    Southern Fried Charters – Rodman ReservoirInterlachen, FL
    Angler holding a large largemouth bass on the deck of a fishing boat in a calm freshwater setting.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Winter months are the best for big bass and lots of them. Central Florida just had it's first dip in temps dropping to the 50's at night. My experience is the water is cooling down and fish will start moving soon looking for good spawning locations. The "spawn" is still a few months away but the big girls will start chewin hard now.
  • Southern Fried Charters Scallop Crystal River
    Southern Fried Charters Scallop Crystal RiverCrystal River, FL
    Young child standing on the bow of a fishing boat offshore, with fishing rods and towels visible on deck.
    James A.
    James A.
    had a great hakf day on the water scalloping with our daughters, they had a blast.
  • Southern Fried Charters Scallop Crystal River
    Southern Fried Charters Scallop Crystal RiverCrystal River, FL
    A cooler filled with freshly caught scallops and ice, ready for storage after a successful fishing trip.
    Hemita K.
    Hemita K.
    Five-star experience! Our captain was an exceptional host who kept everyone—from the kids to the adults—engaged and having fun all day. The boat was spotless, safe, and top-tier. An unforgettable scalloping trip from start to finish!
  • Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping
    Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & ScallopingSteinhatchee, FL
    A cooler filled with freshly caught scallops on a fishing trip, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Limits of scallops are being caught in the Hatch! I have some dates available and week days are best with the kids back in school. Just sayin' Sundays trip was another banner harvest.
  • Southern Fried Charters – Rodman Reservoir
    Southern Fried Charters – Rodman ReservoirInterlachen, FL
    A happy angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a serene lake, surrounded by lush greenery.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    The day was hot the fishing was not. So what's so special? I had to honor of taking 2 brothers out. One is still recovering from a stroke. We had good conversation and laughs while enjoying the experience of watching this man catch the biggest fish of his life. That friends and neighbors is what it's all about!
  • Southern Fried Charters - Palm Coast
    Southern Fried Charters - Palm CoastPalm Coast, FL
    Adult angler proudly holding a large mottled flounder aboard a boat in a calm coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Dori .
    Dori .
    I requested a last minute fishing trip and Capt Chris was more than willing to accept our last minute booking. We spent a great day on the water and caught multiple and and a variety of fish. He worked hard to give us a memorable experience. Thank you Capt Chris!
  • Southern Fried Charters Scallop Crystal River
    Southern Fried Charters Scallop Crystal RiverCrystal River, FL
    A group of six people enjoying a sunny day on a boat, with a mix of adults and a child, surrounded by natural scenery.
    Scallop season is in full swing Crystal River and Steinhatchee FL. To me it's more about the time with family and friends than the catch. ( Not that loading the cooler isn't the goal) Took Logan and family out in Crystal River for a first time scallop trip. Had a short learning curve and away they went. book now **hidden content** See less
  • Southern Fried Charters - Palm Coast
    Southern Fried Charters - Palm CoastPalm Coast, FL
    A young girl in a pink life jacket smiles while sitting on a boat next to a freshly caught fish, enjoying a fun day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mangrove Snapper
    What a fun day fishing Palm Coast Florida with with little Stella and parents. She was very proud to bait her own hook and wanted to climb in the fishing tower.... that was a no. Ha. The bite died at about 9:30 after some fun lady fish, a few nice mangrove snapper, several short sheepshead and some jacks. Fun morning anyway even though the chew was off.
  • Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & Scalloping
    Southern Fried Charters-Fishing & ScallopingSteinhatchee, FL
    A variety of fish including Speckled Trout and Black Bass displayed on a fillet table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Seabass
    These guys were the best, caught over 75 fish out of Steinhatchee Florida despite 89 degree water. Yes many short trout. Hey it's summer. The bite was strong early with a couple big trout and some solid sea bass for the skillet. The sharks gave us some fun drag rippin fights too.
  • Southern Fried Charters - Palm Coast
    Southern Fried Charters - Palm CoastPalm Coast, FL
    A happy angler proudly displaying a freshly caught fish while enjoying a day on the water.
    I had such fun taking these folks out. This gal caught her first fish on artificial and was very surprised. Palm Coast fishing in Florida is a mixed bag of cooler fish and fun fish. Today we had a bag of Mangrove snapper. sea trout, black drum. sheep head , and chased a few tarpon to no avail . I think the fish tacos will be delicious .

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Southern Fried Charters - Palm Coast in Palm Coast

Winter setting in means Blackfin Tuna fishing is back on the menu. You can also look forward to a good Kingfish and Wahoo bite to boot!

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Angler holding a large largemouth bass on the deck of a fishing boat in a calm freshwater setting.

Bass season is coming fast

Oct 22, 2026 • Interlachen
Winter months are the best for big bass and lots of them. Central Florida just had it's first dip in temps dropping to the 50's at night. My experience is the water is cooling down and fish will start moving soon looking for good spawning locations. The "spawn" is still a few months away but the big girls will start chewin hard now.
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A cooler filled with freshly caught scallops on a fishing trip, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Scallop Season closing soon

Aug 16, 2026 • Steinhatchee
Limits of scallops are being caught in the Hatch! I have some dates available and week days are best with the kids back in school. Just sayin' Sundays trip was another banner harvest.
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A happy angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a serene lake, surrounded by lush greenery.

Special Days

Jul 9, 2026 • Interlachen
The day was hot the fishing was not. So what's so special? I had to honor of taking 2 brothers out. One is still recovering from a stroke. We had good conversation and laughs while enjoying the experience of watching this man catch the biggest fish of his life. That friends and neighbors is what it's all about!
Show more
A group of six people enjoying a sunny day on a boat, with a mix of adults and a child, surrounded by natural scenery.

Scalloping Crystal River

Jul 3, 2026 • Crystal River
Scallop season is in full swing Crystal River and Steinhatchee FL. To me it's more about the time with family and friends than the catch. ( Not that loading the cooler isn't the goal) Took Logan and family out in Crystal River for a first time scallop trip. Had a short learning curve and away they went. book now **hidden content** See less
Show more
A young girl in a pink life jacket smiles while sitting on a boat next to a freshly caught fish, enjoying a fun day of fishing.

Palm Coast fishing raising them right

Jun 29, 2026 • Palm Coast
What a fun day fishing Palm Coast Florida with with little Stella and parents. She was very proud to bait her own hook and wanted to climb in the fishing tower.... that was a no. Ha. The bite died at about 9:30 after some fun lady fish, a few nice mangrove snapper, several short sheepshead and some jacks. Fun morning anyway even though the chew was off.
Show more
A variety of fish including Speckled Trout and Black Bass displayed on a fillet table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Family reunion in the Hatch

Jun 27, 2026 • Steinhatchee
These guys were the best, caught over 75 fish out of Steinhatchee Florida despite 89 degree water. Yes many short trout. Hey it's summer. The bite was strong early with a couple big trout and some solid sea bass for the skillet. The sharks gave us some fun drag rippin fights too.
Show more