SteamWorks Pub in New Port Richey was born from a dream, decades of experience, and a clear vision of what a neighborhood bar should feel like.
With more than 20 years in the industry, two of the owners, Seth Kapp and Tara Dalrymple Fielding, knew exactly what they wanted, “a place that blends the best parts of every great spot he’d ever loved, while still being completely its own,” shared Seth. The original concept was meant for Ybor City, but fate rerouted the plan to downtown New Port Richey, and the community is better for it.
SteamWorks design was intentional, it embraces the charm of an intimate “shotgun-style” bar, warm, welcoming, and the kind of place where you’re greeted with a friendly face whether you’re a longtime regular or stepping in for the first time.
“Think ‘Cheers,’ but modern, elevated, and rooted in real connection,” explained Kapp. That atmosphere hasn’t wavered even through the long stretch of nearby construction. Their loyal regulars still come in for lunch no matter the construction detours that come.
The food is a key component of the attraction. SteamWorks is a scratch kitchen, with weekly rotating specials, and beloved staples like the famous Johnny Cash burger, a half-pound masterpiece loaded with cheddar, bacon, house-made pulled pork that is slow cooked for six hours, onion straws, and their signature bourbon barbecue sauce.
There is also the Drunken Shrimp, simmered in a cheesy Chardonnay dipping sauce with artisan bread toast points.
For those who enjoy a good cocktail, their Smoked Old Fashioned is crafted with precision, batched in-house, and smoked with white oak chips, while seasonal martinis like their blueberry crème Brulé martini come complete with a caramelized sugar top.
As the downtown renovation comes to an end in March, SteamWorks is looking forward to more outdoor patio energy, live entertainment, and community events. The invitation is clear: come for the food, stay for the atmosphere, and leave with new friends.