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    Charcoal Garden

    4.8 (11 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 week ago

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    The food is tasty.  I like the favor not so heavy.  I will definitely come again.
    Kris H.

    The food is tasty. I like the favor not so heavy. Although not much choice of skewers, the intestine and the chicken skin are my best choice. I definitely will come again.

    Absolutely loved this place! From the moment we walked in, you could feel the heart behind this family-owned restaurant. The hospitality is genuinely warm and welcoming you're treated like a regular even on your first visit. This was actually my first time ever trying Chinese skewers, and wow what an introduction. The skewers are made to order, incredibly fresh, and perfectly seasoned. Every skewer comes out sizzling, packed with bold, smoky, savory flavors that are completely addictive. The food was so good that I almost forgot to take a picture, which says everything. It's the kind of place where passion for food and community truly shines through. We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. Highly recommend we will definitely be back again!

    Everything was so good!!!! New place, nice experience, food and service all good. I will go back ASAP

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    The beef skewers were perfect, not too salty, just about right. The owners were really nice too.

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    Although not much choice of skewers, the intestine and the chicken skin are my best choice.

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