I wish I had taken more pictures because this place definitely deserves it!…read more First off, the restaurant was spotless. Everything was neat, clean, and well-maintained, and the interior was beautiful with a modern and inviting atmosphere. Even though this isn't an all-you-can-eat hot pot restaurant, the portions were so generous that it honestly felt like one. My group of six ordered the combo for six, which came with three appetizers, ten selections of meat, a vegetable platter, and a mushroom platter. We ended up ordering extra greens, but I'm so glad we didn't add any additional meats or entrees because the combo alone was more than enough food. We were all completely stuffed and still had trouble finishing everything! One of my biggest raves about this place was actually one of the side dishes--the gizzards. They were absolutely delicious, but the real star was the Sichuan pepper seasoning that came with them. It was a dry powder seasoning packed with bold flavor, the perfect balance of savory, spicy, and numbing. I found myself sprinkling it on everything and honestly wish they sold it by the bottle because I would have taken some home! The sauce bar was another highlight. It was clean, organized, and even had pictures showing different sauce combinations to help you create your own perfect dipping sauce. Our server was attentive throughout the meal and made sure our table was always taken care of. Great service definitely added to the overall experience. 10/10 would recommend this place, and I'll absolutely be back. This has officially become my new go-to hot pot spot. The only downside is that they don't have many larger tables, so bigger groups may have limited seating options. Other than that, everything was fantastic!

Always a perfect experience! Fresh ingredients, immaculately clean restaurant, friendly and…read moreefficient service, and a great sauce bar. The same experience across their three locations, which is a rarity in my opinion. Could not recommend more!

This is quick serve in a food court so didn't expect anything fancy. It wasn't busy on a week…read morenight so there were plenty of tables. Service & food was just ok.

One of my fave spots in Alley 51! Authentic Korean and made with love! I've tried many dishes and…read morethey're all delicious!

This is absolutely a hidden gem in the area. It doesn't look anything fancy, but the food is…read moreamazing. The owners were nice and kind. Their Thai food are excellent. If you are looking for take out this is the place to be in the area.

Small place but very clean. Lady that took our order was very kind and helped arranged a place to…read moresit for our party of 6. Food took about 10-15 mins to prepare but was fresh and delicious. I got the tad Thai with chicken and it was excellent. Don't be deterred by the location (next to a saloon ‍)

Perfect sushi, incredible service, surreal aesthetic! Possibly the greatest restaurant I've been to…read moreall year. I want to go back! If you live in the area you have to go! It's non negotiable.

We came here for my birthday. The atmosphere is nice, but I didn't like how they made you wait…read moreuntil all folks eating with you arrive before letting you sit at your table. There were only 4 of us. They have 4 VERY low chairs at the front to wait. It was a Monday and there were only about 5 tables of people ... the rest of the restaurant was empty. So it was ridiculous to ask us to wait in the uncomfortable low chairs. I grabbed one of the chairs from the empty tables and used it to wait. When all arrived, we sat at a table near a window for the view. Our waiter took our order.... and then we waited, and waited, and waited. Omgosh it took so long for our food to come out. Everyone at our table commented they probably only had one cook. Finally when the food arrived, it really was good. I got the pineapple glazed salmon ($46) with coconut rice ($10). The salmon was thick and very good. Coconut rice was made from coconut milk and also very good. 2 ladies got sushi and said it was good. For my birthday, the waiter brought out a small treat. After dinner, we went on the rooftop to see the view.

Super excited to cook my own rib eye. Super excited to have…read moresome comfort food while on the road. Checked out MOA : what a disappointment. Quality of food was good...unfortunately quality of service lacked severely from my server. Reception team seemed enthusiastic, but the server was very "over it". After being brought my food- I was not checked on. No eye contact. She was very involved with the 3 other tables in her section.. difference was: they were drinking and eating for four leading to a bigger tip? I had to flag her down for additional rice and then water. Only thing I was happy with was the quality of the RibEye and the perfectly cooked rice. Upon exit: I talked with the manager (I think). Very enthusiastic guy: He offered to comp my meal- but I passed. Their food was good and I was happy to pay for it. the quality of people serving just sucked. I just didn't have the heart to NOT tip for the service I didn't get.

LAfter getting my steps in Uptown and working up a serious case of the hangries, I walked into MOA…read morespecifically because I saw japchae advertised on the sidewalk menu outside. Honestly, smart marketing move. If you're in a high foot-traffic area like Uptown Charlotte, putting your menu outside absolutely works because it pulled me right in. Just keep it updated and current, and people like me will absolutely stop and read it. Now onto the japchae, which is one of my all-time comfort foods. If you've never had it before, these are glossy Korean sweet potato glass noodles stir-fried with vegetables and sometimes protein. I ordered mine without protein because I just wanted the noodles to shine on their own. And shine they did. Perfectly cooked, lightly chewy, savory, comforting, and exactly what I was craving. I can never get enough japchae. Ever. I'm so glad MOA keeps it as a staple menu item because I would genuinely be upset if it disappeared. If you're newer to Korean food, japchae is honestly one of the best gateway dishes to start with. It's approachable, flavorful, comforting, and kind of the Korean cousin to pad thai in terms of universal appeal. The restaurant itself has a sleek Uptown vibe, and the location is super walkable if you live or work nearby. Parking Uptown can absolutely be annoying, so if you already happen to be in the area for work, a show, or meetings, it's definitely worth the stop. Charlotte, there's a big delicious world out there, and honestly, one of the nicest surprises about relocating here from Northern California has been discovering how good and diverse the food scene really is. So get out there and eat your way through it.

Customer service is amazing! Very knowledgeable about the menu. Love their peach drink.read more

The food is outstanding! I first heard the sizzling as I entered Alley 51. Hearing it sizzle when…read moreit comes out lets me know my stomach is about to do the happy dance! That's exactly how my stomach feels- very happy! I have been twice since I discovered this food establishment. The sizzling entree comes out with a nice, round dollop of rice in the middle, surrounded by your meat selection and topped with roasted corn and, in my case, an egg, with kimchi on the side. I am going to keep having the same dish until I tire of it, and that will take a while. My recommendation to those who select beef is to let the cashier know how you would like it cooked, even if you aren't asked. This way, your dish will arrive intact, and no edits will be required. Happy eating!

Service was Fantastic!!!!…read more Best Poke Bowl I've ever had. Very FRESH ingredients even the tofu was warm and seemed homemade. Highly recommended and can't wait to go back to try more of their food!!! YUM

Zen Bowl is truly one of those places that just needs to fine tune a handful of things and they'd…read morebe a phenomenal staple here in South End. I am cashing in on their potential as I have been visiting for their soft open week. Long story made short; they care. It feels like they really want to give you your money's worth. The customer service is over-the-top friendly and helpful. Great recommendations from Kat. They have such a good natured vibe that they carry that really uplifts the level of service they provide here at Zen Bowl. Please give this place a shot. You really will not regret it. Only through community can we uplift each other, and Zen Bowl deserves it. P.S. - PLEASE GET THEIR SPICY ORANGE CHICKEN

Solid work! My compliments to the cooks! I enjoyed the bulgogi bowl!…read more Place appeared clean and staff were doing the functional needs. Nothing wrong at all, I just like to respect the 5-star rank for those places that go the extra mile to make you feel the attention and warm care. I'm coming back again:)

So this was my second visit. First visit almost a year ago, and some things have changed. First…read morevisit, you were greeted by the staff, and they took your order and explained the variety of ingredients to choose from. This past visit, we waited for the one person making the orders to look our way and was finally pointed in the direction of a kiosk near the register. It was so impersonable, and you don't get help with selections. Didn't care for this at all. They may need to reconsider having a person help with the orders. The food is great! You can make your own Korean rice bowls with toppings galore. They bowls are large and very filling. They also offer various Korean soups, pancakes, and rice. The price is very reasonable as well.