Yummy House South China Bistro - Tampa, Florida

Diego Salinas

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It’s no frills, straight to the point dim sum which - as a Chinese person - is all I really need. The food is flavorful, and it is clearly steamed to order so every dish we got was fresh and hot. They have pretty much all the staples of a dim sum place, but even less popular dishes like chicken feet have great flavor and texture.
My family and I love this place!!

Devin Sea

This restaurant is absolutely beautiful. I was immediately captivated by the art on the outside of the building, which gives it a unique charm. The vibe inside is all about family and friends—it has a welcoming, communal atmosphere. Every table is equipped with a spinning disk at the center, perfect for sharing food family-style. Unfortunately, since we got our food to-go, we didn’t get to experience this, but I can imagine it would make for a fun dining experience.

The staff was incredibly kind and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed while ordering and waiting. For my meal, I chose the Yang Chow fried rice and egg rolls. Unfortunately, both dishes fell short in terms of flavor. The egg rolls were very small, resembling more of a spring roll, though they were fresh and crispy. Personally, I wouldn’t order them again, but if you’re a fan of spring rolls, you might enjoy them—just be sure to ask for extra dipping sauce to boost the flavor.

The Yang Chow fried rice was fresh, served hot, and had shrimp and BBQ pork, which I thought were great additions. However, the rice still needed more flavor overall. I ended up adding chili oil and soy sauce, which really elevated the dish, bringing it close to perfection. But if you’re not into spicy food, this might not be for you. I’d definitely order the rice again, but I’d hope they improve the seasoning so I wouldn’t have to add sauce myself.

In the end, while I truly loved the ambiance and atmosphere, a lot of the food could benefit from a little more seasoning to match the beautiful surroundings. With just a bit more flavor, this place could easily be a go-to spot for family-style dining.

Sam Root

This unassuming restaurant, tucked just off the main road, is a hidden gem. I wouldn't have discovered it if not for a quick Google search. While the menu is extensive, I was craving half a roast duck. Though not listed, the waiter confirmed they offered it for $25.
I also decided to try the crab and fish maw soup.

Fish maw (swim bladder) was a new experience for me. The enormous bowl that arrived could easily serve four. I asked for condiment recommendations and was told red vinegar and hot chili sauce are customary.

These additions elevated the already delicious soup to another level; I nearly devoured the entire thing! If you love savory soups, I can't recommend this highly enough.

The roast duck was equally impressive – moist and flavorful, unlike the dry versions I've encountered elsewhere. I've eaten my share of roast duck, and this one ranks among the best.

The predominantly Asian waitstaff suggests the owners and chef are likely of Asian descent, which is a good indicator of authentic Chinese cuisine – a far cry from Panda Express.

The total cost was $20 for the soup, $25 for the duck, and $2.95 for hot tea. The meal was incredibly filling and satisfying. I will definitely be back, and if you're seeking an authentic Chinese food experience, I highly recommend giving this place a try.

Ray Ju

The place might be a little tough to find since the building is facing close to the street. The parking for the restaurant is tight and limited. The decor is fine and a little dark. The service was very good. We had dim sum for lunch and was very good. They do have a full menu available.

C. Pemberton

Yummy House is a delicious Chinese restaurant in Tampa. We visited for a weekday lunch. The restaurant started filling up soon after we arrived. Our drink and meal orders were taken quickly. The food was absolutely delicious. The portions are large. Our waiter, Waley, checked in us frequently and kept our drinks filled. We will definitely go back when we are in Tampa.

Seleyna Baker

Food was mediocre at best and service was even worse. I ordered Hong Kong style noodles, Szechuan pork, roast duck, garlic chicken and fried rice. None of these foods are new to me, I’ve grown up eating these food. The food came out really fast, less than 10 minutes after ordering but all of it was bland. Frozen food from the grocery store tastes better than this. Our service was horrible. I barely saw her, she didn’t even help me box my leftovers. All of this and I still tipped her 22%. We had five boxes of leftover and she only brought one bag. I called her over, she looked me dead in the eyes, and then walked away. I’d take my tip back if I could.

Khánh Linh Trương

We went there for lunch and ordered 4 items: lunch special spicy yummy combo, shanghai style dumplings, steamed rice roll with bbq pork, and stuffed tofu. The combo was not spicy at all. Other foods are good. However, the waitress was terrible. She threw the napkins on the table in front of us. She didn’t focus on our table. We will never come back again even the food tasted good.

Anthony

Came here for dinner with some friends and the food was pretty good overall. However, service could’ve been improved - one of our servers seemed a bit rude but the overall restaurant was spacious and clean. Would recommend the house special fried rice and Mongolian pork. Prices were also reasonable, we spent $30 per person on 5 dishes.