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    Juju

    4.3 (777 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Hickory Smoked Pork Ribs
    Nyla H.

    The food came out so fast! My partner and I literally had like 7 dishes and we ate and paid in less than an hour. Our waitress was amazing and she gave us excellent service. The ambiance and set up of the restaurant was beautiful!

    Holly K.

    Reallyyyyy loved this restaurant! Every.single.thing we ate was delicious. First off, service was friendly, and food was delivered FAST. Our table ordered over 10 dishes, and they were at our table in less than 15 minutes. We ate, drank, and paid the bill in less than an hour. And, it was all fresh and definitely made to order (not sure how they move food here so fast- especially with a packed restaurant). I ordered the pork and chive dumplings, pulled beef short rib wontons, spicy tuna bites, and lemongrass grilled hanger steak. Everything was delicious. My favorite were the wontons- the wonton was light, airy, and crispy, the beef was shredded and tender, and the creamed chevré and pepper-basil jam really complemented the dish nicely. The flavors just worked so well together. The crispy rice with the spicy mayo and the spicy tuna was fresh, spicy, and the perfect bite. Correct ratio of fish to rice was a win for the dish as well. The dumplings had very thin steamed dough, and the soy cause with red chili flakes in it was the perfect dipping sauce. The hanger sauce was juicy and tender and cooked to a perfect medium rare; and the white rice (with seaweed flakes) and cucumber salad (with sweet chilis) were refreshing, and worked well with the dish. I appreciate that each item on the menu is clearly marked if it gluten-free (or can be made gluten-free), and how many pieces of food come in each order (4 vs 5). The ambiance inside is fun, gold accents around and a cool bar scene in the middle of the restaurant. Will definitely be returning here. Didn't take pictures of everything because I was hungry and ate it too fast. Presentation (and taste) was 10/10 on every dish.

    Crab fried rice
    Edward L.

    Juju, in a lot of ways, was a highhly satisfying experience. As someone who typically doesn't enjoy fusion-type foods, instead opting for a more authentic experience, I wasn't expecting much from Juju. This is especially the case when accounting for a steep price tag. That being said, after a nice evening on their outdoor balcony seating, many of my reservations were overcome. The food tasted good, and in the case of the octopus salad, even surpassed expectations. However, it didn't quite reach a 5 star experience. Flavors seemed simple and expected, and outside of the octopus, I caught myself saying "I could make this at home" just a bit too often. I'm not sure that this is going to be a place I would come back to, given my preferences, but it certainly was good enough.

    Shirley Z.

    Super delicious fusion Asian food! We especially enjoyed the brussel sprouts and they had such a good crunch and sweetness. The wontons are very ginger forward, so if you're not a ginger fan I would skip on this one. The only dish I would replace would be the crispy rice tuna. Wasn't anything spectacular to me especially for the price. The desserts were delicious, our waitress was very kind, and overall it was a positive experience. Free parking in the Harris teeter lot. We made a reservation for Wednesday evening and they were actually pretty full. Loved the interior design and vibes as well.

    Charred Octopus
    Sana A.

    I brought my friends who were visiting from out of town here and we had a fantastic dinner. We were a mix of vegetarians, pescatarians and meat eaters and there was something for everyone. The bok choy is a must try, it was the most surprisingly flavorful and unique appetizer I've ever tasted. The crispy potatoes and bomb shrimp were my second favorites like I'd come back just to try all of these again. We also got the drunken noodles, ramen, mushroom curry, octopus and tuna app, all of which were so worth it! Everything was seasoned to perfection without being too overwhelming, a lot of the flavors were more elevated than traditional fare and I can't wait to come back!! Parking was easy, ambience was perfect, I'd drop by for a birthday dinner and the yuzu cheesecake and bao doughnuts were a great way to the end the meal though tbh I'd go for dessert elsewhere.

    Potatoes
    Kassie L.

    If you're looking for a really good tapas restaurant, JuJu is for you! Each dish was the perfect size for 2-3 people to share. There was a really good variety on the menu, and everything sounded amazing. It was hard to pick only a few dishes, but I don't think you can go wrong. Everything was delicious!! My personal favorites were the bomb a** shrimp and the brussel sprouts. The restaurant was a little dark, but it had a great atmosphere for a boujee night out. Our server was kind & attentive. Highly recommend and hope to be back soon!

    Crab fried rice
    Rahima J.

    Wow, such good food. Everything I had was really delicious. It was very crowded and we got seated pretty late but the bing bread made it all worth it. The vibes inside are so cute and the menu has so many amazing options. The cucumber salad, bok choy, and bing bread were definitely the highlights of what we got.

    Peanut butter cup
    Unika B.

    Attended a lovely dinner by invitation of research team and enjoyed an awesome menu. The staff were prompt and friendly. The restrooms are clean & stocked with cotton swabs, paper towels. The cocktails are potent & tasty. I've never been here, but I would return. The area is a bit busy, but nice. Unika B. & Co.

    Lemongrass grilled hanger steak
    Ray L.

    Everything we had was great! Great bartender with great recommendations to start. The drinks were really good. I got the pink drink was nothing like I've ever had before! The mushroom soup was very tasty filled with mushrooms. The scallops were delicious and the steak had great flavor. The bartender convinced me to get the donut dessert and it did not disappoint! Highly recommend!

    Marc L.

    Went here not that long ago and had a delicious lunch with a photographer buddy of mine...Wait staff was great and the ambience was amazing. .will definitely be breaking a return trip.. Food was delicious and wasn't overly expensive...Nice sized portions..

    Midnight clove

    Great food and amazing drinks, highly recommend the midnight clove ( similar to old fashion)

    Pulled Beef Short Rib Wonton
    Alexis K.

    I was visiting family in the area and they had been talking about coming here before I even got to town. We came in and the hostess already knew them and greeted us and was so welcoming. Our waiter was very attentive and answered all the questions I had about the menu. The best part of the menu is all of the substitutions and accommodations with the menu notating dishes that have shellfish, are gluten free or vegan. We ordered a few different things because they came as small plates and it was plenty of food for the 3 of us. Everything was very flavorful and had a nice kick! The next time I'm in town this will definitely be on my list of places to visit.

    Bomb-A** Shrimp
    Shayla F.

    Great food and service. We tried a bunch of items off the menu and all of it was very good! You can tell a lot of thought was put into each dish because everything was very flavorful.

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    Great food and drink. Interesting and unique menu. Like the location. Good service. Can host larger groups as well.

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    We had some friends in town from San Diego and wanted to show them a few places we've been meaning…read moreto try. It was a Monday evening and it was pouring down rain. We weren't even sure anyone would be inside Weldon Mills - thankfully they were. As you walk in it's just such a big space, lots of seating areas and visual interest. The bartender was very welcoming, and we think that he was happy to see us. We got our cocktails very quickly, and the bartender even explained some things about the distillery to us. We had such a nice time just relaxing and getting out of the rain. Sadly, I did not take note of the names of the cocktails that we got, but it is nice to see. They have a rotational menu. The drinks were fall themed. We will definitely come back!

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    We had an extremely memorable experience at Alley Twenty Six, in large part to our amazing server,…read moreAnthony! We made a reservation for a Saturday night dinner and he made sure we were well taken care of all night. We started the night with their James Bears award winning cocktails, and every drink we ordered was a hit! Spiced strawberry mule, Sunset Sipper, and the table favorite: Earl Please. The latter two drinks were mocktails and they were still standouts! As for the food, the Alley burger was perfectly cooked: juicy patty paired with truffle cheese and simple toppings that really highlighted the burger itself. And shoestring fries are always a good choice with a delicious burger. Ricotta gnocchi was also very good. As our server Anthony said, let's get this burger nominated!

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