We went here on a Saturday hoping for a good meal. It had been years since our last visit that was amazing. This was not the sam. We were seat promptly with out reservations, but for here were many seat open. Our server was just "there". no personality. Never smiled. Barely said a word To us between drinks and food. Drinks were extremely strong and well worth the cost, despite the small size. $10-12 We ordered rice balls. Very very soggy/greasy/oily. Fell apart when we touched them so had difficulty despite being efficient with chop sticks. The rice had very little seasoning and the sauce had less taste than lite mayo.. $9-11? Drunken noodles...come on. It was oily and very spicy. We only tasted heat and oil. No idea what plus were used. $12-14 not sure. You want good drunken noodle.... Try Lime Leaf! The deep fried shrimp. So damn small and greasy again. We tasted the same flavors/oil in each meal. It was mainly breading and teeny tiny shrimp. The bed of vegetables with it were great! $16.00 or So. read more

Bang! - The tiny shrimp! - Vegetarian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

It's hard to pinpoint the type of cuisine found at Bang!... there are definitely Asian flavors in there, but they're fusion-ed up with some touches of - dare-I-say - French cuisine and latin flair! Came on a Wednesday and was so pleasantly surprised to find out that it was Specials Night! $6 Tapas and $7 Martinis - what a steal! We ordered a nice variety - the korean empanadas, the shrimp shumai, the beef noodles, the kale cesar, and the Thai meatballs. My favorites were definitely the beef noodles and the kale cesar salad, with the meatballs coming in close. Flavors were fun and interesting! My one piece of beef (pun slightly intended) with the dishes is that they were a little on the oily/saucy side. This might just be me, but even though I loved the noodles, I felt like they were dripping with oil. The salad was bomb, but had a little too much dressing on it for my taste. The shumai - which are not reaaallly shumai - were slippery and hard to hold their shape. Please, do not get me wrong - I will most likely be coming back to Bang! the flavors were on point and unique! Nonetheless this was my takeaway from my experience. Also, the service was absolutely incredible! Our server was attentive and very kind, and continuously making sure that we were well taken care of. Beverage wise, I opted for the Joe, which was delightful. I would also like to point out that they have an incredible Vegetarian/Vegan menu - loads of options if you have dietary restrictions, which is a refreshing change! read more

Bang! - korean empanada - Vegetarian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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Food and service amazing! Highly recommend. Servers are top notch! They have the best atmosphere. read more

A great tapas style place for groups. Ordered several different dishes including the empanada, noodles, general tso's cauliflower, pork tacos, the mahi and the firecracker shrimp. My favorites were the pan seared mahi and the firecracker shrimp. the mahi was cooked to perfection--very moist and flavorful. The shrimp was just a great combo of various sauces. My friends were not a big fan of the Mongolian beef noodles, but I enjoyed them! They have some outdoor seating, but I highly recommend making a reservation because they were all reserved when we got there around 6, with an hour or so wait for availability. The atmosphere inside is nothing to rave about, but outside seating looked like a good vibe. Drink wise, the southern brew was delicious --kind of mix between a whiskey ginger and an old fashioned. read more

Bang! - Firecracker shrimp - Vegetarian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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This is an awesome spot within walking distance to my apartment! Beautiful downtown location in what seems to be a remodeled historical home! Very quaint! Upon entering the area we were greeted with a sign at the front which explained dining instructions, takeout instructions, as well as opening hours! (Pictured) We of course opted to sit outside on their front porch to look at all the beautiful plants and spring scenery! We were seated, and greeted by a sweet server who told us about the menu and how to work it! I came into this knowing we would order several small plates to share so here we go! Caesar Kale Salad- this was very crunchy, fresh, and cool on a warmer day! It was beautifully plated and seasoned nicely. It was a little on the sweeter side for my liking but I enjoyed it anyways! (Love a good starter salad) Drunken Noodles- These also had a wonderful flavor and were mixed with yummy veggies and mushrooms and a hint of spice amidst the sweet sauce! House Pickles- I love pickles! Almost everywhere I go if it's on the menu, I'll try them! These are the sweeter type, not dill, tad bit of a spice, and very crunchy and delicious! Chicken Buns- These are the BEST!!! The buns were so soft and doughy and the chicken was deliciously moist with a wonderful spicy Mayo! I could have eaten about three of those in addition to the other things we ordered! What can I say? I love chicken and this his all the spots for me!!! Braised Short-Rib Dumplings- These were to die for and they certainly didn't hold back on the meat for all you meat lovers! They were literally packed with the tenderest rib meat with just the right spices! The miso mayo was a favorite and complimented the dish very well! Crab Pot Stickers- Came out beautiful as did the rest! The post sticker had a nice crispy shell that wasn't greasy at all. The filling was a nice blended filling with a delicates crab and seafood taste (according to my husband, I'm not the seafood lover). They looked awesome and as was everything, BEAUTIFUL! Water was brought out complimentary and we ordered two sprites which were served in cans with glasses of ice. I noticed they had many drinks, sake, beer, so I wanted to try out something non-alcoholic (daiquiri, special soda, mock tail) because I no longer drink, but unfortunately the basic sodas and water were my options. This will not hold me back from visiting in the future! We would like to return for dessert, and some other offerings! read more

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So food is pretty good, but the service is terrible. Enough for me to want to write something about it. Waited 30 minutes for water. Our first tapa came out before I had anything to drink, and I only got it because I asked the bartender. An hour later, as we patiently wait for the rest of our tapas to arrive, the waitress asks if we need anything. I told her we were just waiting for our last two tapas. She gives a surprised look, says nothing else, then goes back to the kitchen. 15 minutes after that one of the tapas arrives. Another 15 for the tapa after that, and by this point, they actually have the waiter and food runner checking if we are still waiting for our short ribs. Not sure what was going on. Lots of employees walking around and not a lot of tables for a slow 6pm Wednesday dinner. Not worth the trouble going here. read more

Took a chance and arrived at 9pm on a sat night. To our luck there were not only seats at the bar but a table! Thank you for marking all the VEGAN options!! Food was great, all the dishes were so different in taste. Cocktails were decent and packed a punch. Check this place out you and dont judge the lack luster dinning space that seems to be very warn. read more

Staff was very nice and professional. Good vibes. But I ate too much greasy food here and threw up at Holiday Inn

watered down asian food, if you can even call it that, that is made specifically for white people korean bbq lettuce wraps taste nothing like korean bbq. seasoned with what tastes like mccormick steak seasoning lol. just because there's sesame on it doesn't make it "korean" popcorn shrimp was pretty good i won't lie goat cheese dumplings were horrendous in my opinion, but if you like goat cheese then you'd probably like it chicken was meh i guess if you're white and don't normally have asian food to understand what's good and what isn't then you'd probably enjoy it but if you're looking for actual asian food and not whatever the hell this is just go to maps and look at the ten other asian restaurants in a 500 feet radius. two stars because the shrimp was actually not bad and the waiter was nice read more

Bang! - korean bbq lettuce wrap, garlic popcorn chicken, goat cheese dumplings - Vegetarian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Love the tapas and cocktails set up! It's so fun to try all of their offerings and the cocktails always give you the feel goodies!

Went for restaurant week. Second year in a row and it did not disappoint. I'd highly recommend checking this spot out for restaurant week it's only $35 per person and the portions are huge. We took home enough food for two more meals. The top hits were the bulgogi beef lettuce wraps - super tender and the kimchi was on point. The tiki masala was packed with flavor and the Nan was obviously homemade - airy and pillowy goodness. The goat cheese dumplings didn't disappoint - I've had them before so I knew what to expect. The pork spring rolls were a delight unto itself. The mushroom noodles were not a highlight - needed more heat (I'd go with the firecracker shrimp instead in hindsight). The Brussels sprouts came out first and were tasty - your typical fried Brussel sprouts so I can't say I thought they were anything special. There was some confusion on what was included so we ended up with 2 deserts but the comped one - we took those along with a ton of leftovers to go. All in all a wonderful meal. I had the season mule which was tart with a little heat - very refreshing. My date had the blackberry bourbon drink (don't remember the name) they thoroughly enjoyed it. All in all a wonderful meal. read more

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I would definitely be willing to try this place again post pandemic. It was overall good, but not great. For the price, I would definitely expect the food to be fresher. The best items were definitely the goat cheese dumpling and the beef empanada. They were both delicious, though not entirely fresh. The buns were a little more disappointing. They were small, even for bao. The real problem was that the chicken was clearly not fresh. It was chewy and tough like it had sat out for a while, and was room temp. The beef was better tasting but also not warm. The drink was very strong and had good flavor. It looked smaller in the cup it comes in, but was just right for two cups. We ordered onsite and did take away. The food was ready surprisingly fast, but after trying it, I think that is because some of it was already sitting out. read more

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Finally, a great vegetarian tapas restaurant! I came here for my birthday and was wowwed by the uniqueness and quality of food. I ordered 6 dishes and recommend the sweet potato gnocchi, goat cheese dumplings, shredded brussel sprouts salad, and cauliflower dumplings. I wasn't a big fan of the kale ravioli or the chickpea spring rolls. My favorite was hands down the sweet potato gnocchi (I'm craving it just thinking about it!) I'm not a fan of gnocchi as it's often hard or too mushy, but the gnocchi was the best I've ever had. The gnocchi was so soft that it literally melted in my mouth. I love the savory sweet potato curry sauce. I really enjoyed the goat cheese dumplings, they are bursting with flavor and a generous portion size. I devoured the shredded brussel sprouts salad. Seems like a simplex dish, but has complex flavors. The cauliflower dumplings were perfectly fried with a nice crispy coating. I like how they weren't doused in sauce. I didn't quite care for the kale ravioli. Sounds like an interesting cool concept, but very bland. The ravioli was stuffed with a kale paste, I couldn't taste any cheese or any other flavors. The chickpea spring rolls was another miss. It had a nice curry filling, but I didn't understand why the chick peas were served a side instead of in the roll. I'm not a fan of fried chickpeas, I like them in their natural state. The tapas portion sizes are quite large and filling, about 2-3 plates per person. Since I ordered 6, I brought home leftovers. As there are several options for vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free, and meat lovers, Bang! is a crowd pleaser. Overall, I had a hearty meal that put me in a delightful food coma. It's definitely worth the trip from DC. read more

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My husband discovered this place based on yelp reviews and hands down it's the best food we have had in Charlottesville. Their drinks won us over. The key lime pie martini tasted just like key lime pie. My husband got the lychee martini and although strong, it's delicious. The food at this place wowed us! We are vegetarian and they have PLENTY of veggie friendly options. We got Brussels sprouts, kale tortellini, Kung pao cauliflower, goat cheese dumplings and the drunken noodles. Every single thing was perfect!! My husband and I still can't decide what we liked best since everything was absolutely delicious!! We live in Richmond and I will drive an hour to come eat here!! Absolutely amazing place. read more

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I'd recommend the curry sweet potato gnocchi and the pork belly lettuce wrap! My boyfriend really liked the short ribs but I thought it was a bit too salty and saucy. read more

First off, the food was excellent. Each plate had a very distinct flavor that I've never had any where else before. It was an interesting blend of Asian with Southeast Asian food. The BBQ beef empanadas and goat cheese dumplings were among the best things I tasted. The ambiance of our seating were mediocre. The table was quite low and we were sat on bench seating without back support. However, none of this took away from the delicious food. I also thought our server was super attentive and kind. read more

We enjoyed dinner here and will definitely come back. Loved the vegan options, so many to choose from. We got curried cauliflower and potato dumplings vegan, tempura artichokes vegan, curried carrots vegan and black pepper tofu and broccoli vegan. They have a bunch more vegan options on menu we had trouble deciding what to get. Also got tofu bun and naan. The carrots were incredible! So much flavor. Also recommend the tempura artichokes. My daughter loved the butter that comes with the naan. Everything we got was delicious and waitress was very nice. read more

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Excellent food and excellent service!! Morgan was our waiter and she was very efficient and friendly. She let us know how many dishes they recommend ordering since it's tapas style. Decent prices as well. I was surprised that they don't have iced tea or even hot green tea as an Asian fusion restaurant... only downside. The outdoor patio is lovely - it's covered and they have fans for temperature control. read more

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So good! Definitely recommend! We've been here multiple times and it is always good! Their specials are fantastic and the menu has a great variety of options for vegetarian and gluten free. read more

Eclectic menu of Asian tapas a couple blocks from the downtown mall. Coconut rice is yummy. Drinks are outstanding.

I haven't been here too many times but whenever I do, I remember why I love it so much. It's adventurous, unique and delicious.

In-person dining at Bang at this time is very conscious of social distancing and covid restrictions which I very much appreciate, although it results in lackluster service and takes away from the presentation and atmosphere. Given the current circumstances though I can't hold that against them. We tried a whole variety of menu items, as follows: Would order again: genera tso's cauliflower, fried brussels, Kale Caesar Enjoyed but didn't love: goat cheese dumplings, fried chicken buns, pork belly buns, edamame Would pass: drunken noodles The vegetarian items were the star of the show. As with most other tapas, I found Bang to be slightly overpriced for what you get. And due to covid we had to pay for water bottles which seemed a little stingy. I'd love to come back and try more menu items and cocktails once indoor dining gets back to normal. read more

Dude, seriously. I want to love this place but it was terrible. Everything is cobbled together of canned chicken, pre-made items, and lots and lots of oil. The noodles were stiff and undercooked in the drunken noodles, the empanada dough was also raw. The bao buns appeared to be made of canned biscuit dough. I'm not saying they were, but the quality was very low. It took a span of over an hour to receive our plates and everything was underwhelming except for the cocktail. Disappointed because I usually love Charlottesville eateries. read more

Today I met an angel. His name is Luke and he told me to sit at the table to the left and then he told me what to order. Honestly, I'm pretty sure if Luke told me to jump off a bridge I'd step right up because I'd trust that he's directing me to epiphany. Real talk. You need to come here. Order anything on the menu because it's all so delicious it will make you feel disgusting later and I mean that in the best way. So ultimately... Come and taste heaven General tso's cauliflower Goat cheese dumplings too read more

Decided to come here for restaurant week and was not disappointed! The key lime pie martini was amazing; the graham cracker crumbs on the rim provided the perfect touch. Tapas were delicious- 3 tapas will make you very full. The goat cheese dumplings are the best- creamy on the inside but with chewy, crispy wraps. The tuna wasabi flatbread was pretty good, too. The dressing had the perfect amount of wasabi in it, but the pita flatbread could be warmer. The duck potstickers were fantastic- highly recommend that and the goat cheese dumplings. For dessert, we got the pistachio blonde with caramel ice cream. The first few bites were heavenly but it was too rich for me to be able to enjoy the entire dish. Service was not bad for how busy restaurant week is. It took a while for the host to seat us, but the bartender was very nice and attentive. Overall, I'm glad I decided to give this place a try! read more

Bang! - Key lime pie martini- highly recommend! - Vegetarian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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The duck dumplings were amazing!! Will definitely be coming back to try more items on the menu.

Everything we ate was amazing. From the fried chicken to the cauliflower. The bao buns were perfection. Great service. Great food. Love how it has a homey historical vibe. read more

Enjoyed the meal sitting out on the back patio. Friendly service. Our favorite was the goat cheese empanadas and brussels. Wish the broccolini didn't have so much sauce on it. Otherwise, fantastic meal! Would come back again. read more

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Went back to bang and the food is still immaculate . Really can't complain about anything. Get the cauliflower!!! read more

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COVID: you're given a clean basket with napkins, forks, and knives and are assigned a table. Tables are ACTUALLY 6 feet apart and the tented area was nice. Usually when I sit outside there's a lot of bugs but I didn't have this issue. Food is given in little boats with small paper plates so no dishes are used. FOOD: For a long time I've heard about bang and have wanted to go and I'm SO glad I finally did. The food was all incredible and flavorful. My favorite was the coconut rice...I'm not a huge coconut fan but it was subtle and so delicious. I can't recommend just one thing because I truly loved everything I ordered but I was most impressed with the coconut rice. The only annoying thing was that I had to pay for a water bottle but I understand it's part of their COVID policy. I'll definitely be coming back soon! read more

What an experience! I am BLOWN AWAY by the food at this restaurant! I came for restaurant week and shared a total of 9 tapas with my friends. Every single dish was delicious and filled with rich, mouthwatering flavors! I did not think I would enjoy this restaurant this much but it is honestly so good. Our favorites were the pork steam buns, haricot vert fries (green bean fries), the goat cheese dumplings, and Korean beef empanada. BUT the best and most life changing item was their PISTACHIO BLONDIE with coffee ice cream! It was so good that we had to order another one. The texture was so soft and smooth and the tastes all blended perfectly. Bang makes the ice cream and caramel sauce themselves and you can tell how much quality they put into this dessert. The waitress said that it's the staff favorite but customers always get the Asian doughnuts.... I'm telling you now do NOT sleep on the pistachio blondie! read more

Bang! - Pistachio blondie with homemade coffee ice cream... life changing - Vegetarian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

This is always great and my friends and I love to eat there and we laugh loud and hope they don't mind! The food and service from the waitresses are awesome. I love to try all the dishes and flavors. We love and respect them although we laugh so much havin a chill time. Peace! read more

I'm a big fan of Bang! We came for dinner on a Friday night and were able to snag a table outside. We ordered a lot. *Pork BBQ Taco: A fun crispy shell and a generous heaping of savory shredded pork. I am not usually a bbq taco fan, but I liked this one because it wasn't an overpowering bbq flavor *Short Rib Dumplings: These were excellent!! Savory, good amount of meat, dumpling wasn't overly thick *Korean Beef Empanada: Pretty good. the Meat wasn't evenly distributed but still flavorful *General Tsos Cauliflower: I don't know why but I wasn't expecting breaded and fried, but it was and the flavor profile was spot on *Crab pot stickers: Probably my least favorite. The crab flavor is just over powering so it was a little one note *Goat cheese dumplings: YUM. lightly fried goat cheese works. *Tuna poke bowl: Really good. Would be better if the tuna was raw, it didn't need to be seared Our server was super nice and the food came out quickly. read more

All around delightful - foo is fabulous, service is great. The most unexpectedly delicious is the brussel sprouts, but ev we had was great.

I had come here once before and came back with my boyfriend because of my raving review the first time. Unfortunately, the food didn't measure up this time around, although the goat cheese dumplings were truly a delight (and likely the most popular item). Before ordering, we were told that the tapas (as the name suggests) are fairly small, except for the drunken noodles and the tuna poke bowl, so we should order 2-3 per person. We opted to order 6 in total (ended up being 5 because one of the items ordered was forgotten by the restaurant, and we chose to cancel it). Wow was that a mistake. The portions for many of the ones we ordered were huge! All except maybe the goat cheese dumplings, which we absolutely liked the most. We ordered: 1. Sweet potato gnocchi 2. Goat cheese dumplings 3. Fried brussel sprouts 4. Kale caesar 5. Tuna poke bowl (We cancelled the thai carrot and mango salad.) The best: goat cheese dumplings, followed by the sweet potato gnocchi. So rich and yummy. If you're a drinker, the whiskey sour is a MUST to order. It may be the best whiskey sour I ever had. My boyfriend got it, and I immediately regretted my rosé wine choice. They can definitely be dangerous if you get more than 1! The rest: nothing to write home about. The brussel sprouts were drenched in the cream. I tried to pour some of it out onto another plate, and it was just leaking sauce. My boyfriend liked the kale caesar, but it was nothing special to me. The tuna poke bowl? Seared tuna--not what you'd expect for poke IMO. We weren't in any rush, but be prepared to wait a little bit for your food, as they appeared to be understaffed but very busy. We thought we would have to wait for a table outside at first, given a sign indicating a 30-min wait when we arrived. However, there was plenty of outdoor seating in the back. We sat at a huge picnic table--just the two of us. The downside? The picnic table was crawling with little ants, so we had to use a spare paper menu to get rid of them throughout the meal. Nothing says romantic like insects. read more

This place exceeded my expectations and I'm so happy with my dining experience. I always have reservations about tapas restaurants because the plates are not filling but this place got rid of all those reservations. The only con is the price- you have to go all out or not go at all. Plan to spend at least $100 with tax and tip for two people. If you don't ball out, you probably will not have a great experience. Here are some of the items we tried: -Sin City Martini: This blackberry and pomegranate mix is awesome. You can't really taste the alcohol but the drink is strong. It's tangy yet sweet. Definitely recommend this martini! -Goat Cheese Dumplings: Calling all cheese lovers. These dumplings will blow you away. They're so incredibly cheesy and crispy. -Sweet Potato Gnocchi: Gnocchi on a whole new level. The texture is chewy yet tender. The sweetness of the sweet potatoes adds a nice flavor element. -Crab Pot Stickers: The ginger cream ties together this dish so well. The crab was soft and savory while the wrapper was delightfully crunchy. The shiitake mushrooms topping was amazing. -House Smoked Salmon: I don't usually like smoked salmon but it's done so well here. The salmon had a smokey flavor that's indescribable. -Sixty Second 7 Hills Sirloin: MY FAVE. The steak was so tender and well seasoned. It was slightly charred and topped with chimichurri sauce. The fingerling potatoes were the perfect side. -Firecracker shrimp: This dish was good, although, very basic. It's just fried tempura shrimp with a spicy mayo sauce on top. Definitely something I could make at home. In my opinion, it shouldn't be one of the most expensive item on the menu. -Pork Belly Bun: Fatty pork belly on steamed bun? Yes, please. -Lamb Ravioli: The ravioli was really good- filled with a lot of lamb. The sauce was insanely delicious. It had a curry flavor which gave it a nice kick. Overall, this place is worth checking out. If you're on a budget, avoid this place because the experience will not be there. We definitely had a bang! of a time. read more

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I am a sucker for a few things- small plates, outdoor dining and, for whatever reason, vegetarian eating when I'm traveling and dining alone. Enter, Bang! Thinking it opened at 5p, I felt like I was stalking this place until it's actual 530p opening. The outdoor dining in the back was fitting of the menu with bamboo all around. I settled on two dishes- cauliflower and beets. My husband, over a thousand miles away, virtually rolled his eyes when I told him what I'd ordered. Well, he missed out. The cauliflower was incredible! Full of flavor, crisp, and a delicious dip that I could have sipped on its own, this is a must...even if you aren't a huge cauliflower fan, you will love this! I ordered the ginger creme brûlée to go and it was divine. So, stalk this place until it opens and go, whether you're alone or with other, you won't be disappointed. read more

I honestly thought this place was a bit overrated. The food was okay. I had two different bao buns. But it was crazy expensive, especially the 15$ drinks and it was nearly impossible to get the servers attention. It seemed like they didn't want to interact at all and I would have to basically yell excuse me in order to ask a question before they ran from the table. There is an automatic gratuity added to the bill and the servers seem to take that as an excuse to avoid helping. Overall mid. read more

Food was served before drinks Food delivered to the wrong table Waitress handed glasses to customers instead of setting down on a table. Wasn't told until time of payment that cash wasn't accepted. If I had known I would've dined elsewhere. Food was average but the edename was rock hard read more

Easy takeout spot, with delicious Asian-inspired tapas! You must try the firecracker shrimp if you go here! read more

Bang! - Drunken Noodle, Brussel Sprouts, Firecracker Shrimp - Vegetarian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia