From Saturday dim sum to serious Sichuan, this handpicked list spotlights independently run spots locals actually frequent. Save it, come hungry, and taste Tallahassee’s Chinese flavors across neighborhoods.
Chinese Food in Tallahassee
10 Places
From Saturday dim sum to serious Sichuan, this handpicked list spotlights independently run spots locals actually frequent. Save it, come hungry, and taste Tallahassee’s Chinese flavors across neighborhoods.
Azu Lucy Ho's
Asian restaurant
A Tallahassee institution from restaurateur Lucy Ho, with Saturday dim sum and a revived Sunday buffet. Recognized as Best Asian by Tallahassee Magazine and highlighted by Visit Tallahassee; Ho’s community legacy is noted by Florida State University News.
Dao Restaurant
Chinese restaurant
From the Azu team, Dao blends polished service with Chinese favorites, wok dishes, and sushi in Bannerman Crossings. Praised by local diners and listed with current hours on its official site; a reliable pick for date night or family meals.
Tan's Asian Cafe
Chinese restaurant
Long-running, family-operated and now takeout-focused, Tan’s pairs Chinese staples with a beloved Indonesian menu. Tallahassee Magazine spotlighted its nasi goreng, and recent community chatter confirms it’s still going strong in 2025.
Flavor Treasure
Chinese restaurant
A go-to for Sichuan heat near FSU, known for mapo tofu, dry pot, and mala wings. Its official site and recent ordering pages confirm active hours; TripAdvisor and local forums regularly praise its bold flavors.
Blossom Kitchen
Permanently closed
Casual spot near campus turning out Sichuan-leaning dishes like dry pot and dan dan noodles. The restaurant’s own menu and hours are current, and recent reviews point to generous portions and plenty of spice.
Ming Tree Cafe
Chinese restaurant
A northside, evening-only takeout favorite with a loyal following for Szechuan bean curd, spare ribs in black bean sauce, and old-school comfort dishes. Listings updated in 2025 confirm limited hours and steady operation.
Bamboo Wok
Chinese restaurant
Locally owned takeout mainstay on Blair Stone Road, turning out the classics—lo mein, fried rice, sesame chicken—fast and consistent. The restaurant’s site shows current hours and ordering, confirming it’s actively serving in 2025.
Emerald Garden
Chinese restaurant
Longtime northside favorite for delivery and takeout, with a broad Cantonese-leaning menu. TripAdvisor and recent directory updates show it open daily, and locals note improvements under newer ownership.
Nihao Chinese Restaurant
Chinese restaurant
Bradfordville-area, independently run counter-service spot for dependable Chinese standards. Official sites list current hours and delivery; a convenient pick for families in North Tallahassee.
Long Garden Chinese Restaurant
Chinese restaurant
Near FSU with late hours and big-portion combo plates, Long Garden caters to students and night-shift diners. Its site confirms active daily service and online ordering in 2025.
