Coffee house vibes with elevated Asian eats

A trendy spot serving locally roasted coffee, premium teas, and a curated menu of authentic Chinese dishes, dim sum, and bao. Perfect for food lovers craving delicious Chinese food and Asian comfort eats.

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Dim Sum & Bao

Four generations and over 100 years of crafting dim sum and bao buns from scratch

Coffee

Locally roasted with over 20 years of expertise in crafting the perfect cup, our coffee is the ideal complement to any meal.

Catering

Bring the flavors of Chinese cuisine, dim sum, and specialty coffee to your office or special event! Press the arrow or click here to fill out a form!

Live Events

Join us for game nights, monthly markets, rotating local art, and more—your go-to spot for great food and fun in Ybor City.

A New Ybor City Staple

“Retro House is the new kid on the block with a FUNKY RETRO SOUL- who just happens to pull a MEAN shot of espresso and has WICKED FLAIR for fast-casual Asian eats.”

- The Owners

Our Mission

At RetroHouse, we blend the rich flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine with the artistry of high-quality coffee. From dim sum and bao to specialty brews, we create a unique dining experience that celebrates the best of both cultures. Our goal is to bring people together over great food and coffee in a warm, welcoming space.

Quality Ingredients

We use the freshest ingredients for our dim sum, bao, and Chinese dishes.

Expert Craftsmanship

Our chefs and baristas perfect every dish and coffee with skill and care.

Perfect Blend

We combine authentic Asian cuisine with expertly brewed coffee for a unique experience.

Best of Both Worlds

Explore our menu and discover our craft lattes, hand-selected teas, and a variety of original Chinese and Asian dishes. Whether you're craving authentic dim sum, bao buns, or fried rice, we have something for everyone. Ready to enjoy our delicious Chinese food? Click below to order for pickup or delivery!

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What We're About

At Retro House, we bring together the best of both worlds. Our dim sum is crafted with over 100 years of tradition in Chinese steamed pastries, while our coffee side has over two decades of experience perfecting the art of coffee. We’re on a mission to create a unique spot where retro flair meets modern cuisine, and the rich aroma of freshly roasted coffee blends seamlessly with the sophisticated flavors of time-honored Chinese dim sum, bao, and other Asian comfort foods.

Customers are saying

Unparalleled Coffee

Had a delicious mocha. Finding a cafe with great coffee, work spaces, wifi, outlets, and chill vibes is rare here in Tampa. Happy I discovered this place.

Best Dim Sum

I love love their buns and all of the goodies from Retro House Dim Sum! The best one is the matcha with yuzu dip! Oh my! That’s top of the line!

Perfect Combination!

This place perfectly combines two of my favorite things, I love the convenience of being able to get my cup of coffee with delicious dim sum!

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  • Tue-Sun: 11am - 9pm
  • Mon: CLOSED
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