Hales Blackbrick — Modern Asian

Chef & Owner

Richard Hales, in his hometown.

A Tampa native, Chef Richard Hales spent years mastering technique across Asia before returning home to open Blackbrick — his signature modern Asian concept, now in Hyde Park.

The cooking is precise, seasonal, and deeply intentional: traditional Asian roots shaped by discipline, experience, and a distinct point of view.

Featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Nominated Best New Restaurant by Bon Appétit
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence

“Blackbrick is one of the best restaurants in America, and Richard Hales is one of the best chefs.”

— Guy Fieri

We are honored to welcome Guy Fieri at Blackbrick.

Chef Richard Hales in the Blackbrick dining room — Chef Richard Hales, in the Hyde Park dining room.

The Room

Moody, beautiful, and intentional.

A dining room with atmosphere and edge — designed for the full evening, from the first pour to the last course.

The Blackbrick wine wall — An award-winning cellar.

Panang curry duck at Blackbrick — Chef-authored, plated with intent.

Fresh flowers on the marble bar at Blackbrick — Details, at the bar.

Christmas Eve

Dinner with Santa at Blackbrick.

Thursday, December 24, 4:00 to 9:00 pm. Santa visits every table. Our family-style Christmas Eve menu. Menu & details · Book on OpenTable

Private Events

Your table, our room.

Eight spaces, from the Reed Room for eighteen to a full buyout of the restaurant. Three family-style menus from the full Blackbrick kitchen, beverage packages, and a host who runs it personally.

Birthdays, anniversaries, holiday parties, corporate dinners — Tuesday through Thursday evenings are the easiest nights to hold a room; weekends and December book early.

Spaces, menus & inquiries

The Platt Street Room private dining room at Blackbrick

View through the doorway to the chandelier and main dining room at Blackbrick

Private entrance to the Platt Street Room

Guest Information

Everything worth knowing.

Where is Blackbrick located in Tampa?

Blackbrick is at 1809 W Platt St, Tampa, FL 33606, in Hyde Park. We are no longer operating at the former Dale Mabry location.

Is there complimentary parking?

Yes. Self-parking is available at the Hyde Park location via the Freemont entrance, with overflow parking on the grass lot at 209 S Packwood Avenue. Designated street parking is also nearby. Please park only in marked guest areas to avoid towing.

What is the dress code?

Upscale casual. Date-night attire or polished social wear, suited to the Hyde Park setting.

Do you offer gluten-free options?

Many dishes use gluten-free ingredients such as tapioca starch and gluten-free soy sauce. The kitchen is not a dedicated gluten-free facility and cross-contamination may occur, so we cannot guarantee any item is fully free of gluten, shellfish, or peanuts.

Who is the chef?

Chef Richard Hales, a Tampa native featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and nominated for Best New Restaurant by Bon Appétit. Blackbrick is his signature concept.

Is there a tasting or prix fixe menu?

Yes. The Florida Menu is Chef Hales' prix fixe tasting — an amuse plus four courses for $128, highlighting his signature dishes. Reserve ahead.

Plan Your Visit

Find us in Hyde Park.

Hours

MondayClosed

Tuesday – Thursday5:00 – 9:00 PM

Friday – Saturday5:00 – 10:00 PM

Sunday5:00 – 9:00 PM

Details

Address
1809 W Platt St, Tampa, FL 33606

Phone
(813) 257-7474

Reservations
Book on OpenTable →

Pickup & Delivery
Order on Toast →