About southern grounds
Southern Grounds is built on the belief that wellness starts with connection.
Connection to what we consume to the people around us and to the communities we serve. What began as a neighborhood café has grown into a collection of spaces designed for gathering nourishment and everyday moments done well.
Rooted in connection
What started in 2016 as a single neighborhood café in Neptune Beach has grown into ten spaces across Northeast Florida and St Pete. We saw too many coffee shops that treated people like transactions - order, pay, leave. We wanted to create something different: spaces where morning coffee turns into staying for lunch, where regulars become friends, where "third place" isn't marketing speak - it's how people actually describe us. Today, we're 10 locations strong, but the mission hasn't changed: fresh-roasted coffee, chef-driven food and genuine hospitality in spaces that feel like they belong to the neighborhood.
Thoughtful sourcing, crafted with care
Our coffee is thoughtfully sourced through quality partnerships and crafted with care featuring premium Intelligentsia coffee alongside seasonal offerings. Our chef driven menu focuses on fresh ingredients, sustainable practices and balanced choices that support both flavor and well being. Every item is made with intention and without compromise.
Spaces that reflect their neighborhood
Each Southern Grounds location reflects the neighborhood it calls home. From relaxed brunches and workday coffee stops to community events and private gatherings our spaces are designed to feel welcoming comfortable and connected. No two locations are the same but all share the same commitment to quality hospitality and community.
Serving people and placeS
We believe in supporting people and the places we serve. That means investing in our team, partnering with local organizations and making responsible choices that benefit both our guests and the planet.
Part of a hospitality-driven family
Southern Grounds is proudly brought to you by Restaurant Hospitality Investment Group. A hospitality focused team rooted in thoughtful concepts meaningful experiences and community driven spaces.
Our family of restaurants also includes Blueberry Bakery, Oaxaca Club and Alder & Oak. Each concept is distinct yet connected by a shared commitment to quality hospitality intentional sourcing and places people genuinely enjoy returning to.
