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Welcome to RetroHouse, where tradition meets comfort. Enjoy the rich flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine—fresh bao, delicate dim sum—and a perfectly brewed cup of coffee, all made with the finest ingredients.

At RetroHouse, every dish is a celebration of timeless flavors and classic recipes. From our freshly steamed bao and delicate dim sum to our rich, aromatic coffee, we craft each meal with care and the finest ingredients, bringing you the true essence of Chinese tradition.

Join us for a meal that feels like home, where every bite and every sip—whether it's a comforting bowl of noodles or a perfectly brewed cup of coffee—brings the warmth of tradition to your table.

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Our Dim Sum - The Fourth Generation

Chef Meishan Lu proudly continues a culinary legacy rooted in over a century of dim sum expertise across four generations. Originating from Canton's renowned Beiyuan Cuisine, her family's heritage is deeply rooted in culinary excellence, dating back to 1928, with members of her family boasting the title of ‘certified master dim sum chef’ and several others adeptly skilled in the art, their expertise was handed down before finally settling in Miami, and then Tampa in 2022.

Following his education in Culinary Arts at Johnson & Wales University, partner and Chef Joseph Hixon (Joe) is also dedicated to preserving these cherished traditions. After several years of military service, Joe began to hone his fine dining skills while acting as chef for several 5-star international hotels and restaurants throughout Miami, and learned from well-known celebrity chefs like Diego Oka and Scott Conan. Through his passion for culinary storytelling, Chef Hixon adds a slice of heritage through the amalgamation of craft American, Peruvian, and Asian fusion cuisines.

Our Coffee - Locally Roasted Artisan Coffee

With over two decades committed to crafting exceptional coffee and the success of two thriving cafes under their belt, Corrinne and Paul are the maestros behind the coffee and pastries, infusing every bean and muffin with their own passion and enthusiasm.

Now, at RetroHouse, the couple extends their passion for bringing joy through espresso beverages, seamlessly pairing the rich history and craftsmanship of perfected dim sum and bao with the comforting aroma of expertly roasted coffee.

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