The reviews are in—OpenTable diners named your restaurant as one of the best around.
Congrats!

Tampa Magazine best of the bay 2024

chef hales Wins best chef tampa

best chinese restaurant

Tampa magazine best of the bay 2025

best chinese restaurant

creative loafing best of the bay 2024

hales blackbrick nominated best chinese tampa bay

Chef Richard Hales, jenny, lily & violet

hales family, four generations in tampa since 1954

Our owner, Chef Richard Hales a third generation Tampa family since 1954, is back in his hometown of Tampa after 25 years away mastering Asian cuisine, opening award winning restaurants and appearing on the Food Network; beloved by the likes of Guy Fieri. Our seasonal menu features Asian techniques using the finest ingredients and availability of locally sourced produces.

Chef Hales’ invites you to experience eclectic ambiance, elevated service and his version of Chinese cuisine.

We are Grateful,

Chef Richard Hales & Jenny Hales

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