Another great meal at Chengdu 7 with family and friends! This place really delivers quality food…read moreand great service! We enjoyed so many different dishes - hot and sour soup, scallion pancakes, egg rolls, hand pulled noodles with beef, kung Pao chicken, cumin beef, beef with vegetables, crag rangoon, and pork dumplings. Every dish was wonderful. And for anyone who has not tried the hand pulled noodles here you really must try them - they are a highlight of a meal - incredibly delicious with a wonderful texture. The flow of food to our table was great, not too fast or rushed and not too slow. Our waitress was wonderful and ensured that our group had everything that we needed to enjoy our meal. Will I be back again - Absolutely!! Everyone in our group agrees that this is the best Chinese food anywhere! I will caution some seeing this review that unlike many other Asian restaurants, if you order a Hot and spicy dish here it will indeed be very hot. I consider that to be good because I enjoy hot spicy food, but for those who cannot handle hot food stick with the milder dishes.

My. Goodness. This place was absolutely delicious, and such a welcome surprise while we were on the…read moreroad back from the coast. We really wanted a good Asian meal, and not typical takeout, so we got on the Yelp app while traveling through Raleigh, and found this place not too far of our route in Cary. It's in an international themed shopping center a bit off the main drag, and honestly, the vibes hit us just right from the moment we got out of the car. You walk in and you can see the cooks at work to the left, the restaurant is bright with lots of blue and a large mural to the right. We got immediate service, the menu is large and daunting. There is anything here from more typical Chinese American cuisine, all the way into more esoteric options for the experienced eater. We ordered a bit of both, starting with some simple steam pork dumplings, beef lo mein, and an order of hot pot pepper chicken. Everything came out mostly together, with the hot pot chicken served in a wok, keeping things steaming. Everything tasted and looked exceptional. The dumplings were a lovely texture, with plenty of meat filling the pockets. Beef lo mein was a top notch versioin of the takeout classic, with a tangy flavor and a good amount of meat. All that said, the hot pot pepper chicken absolutely stole the show! This was a robust dish, plenty here for a meal plus leftovers first off, but beyond the perfectly crispy outside and tender inside chicken pieces, we really got into the sliced cauliflower and veggie mixture. Over a bit of rice, this is a dish we won't be able to resist again, not that the others weren't an easy re-order as well. This spot will be on our minds everytime we head into or through this area from now on. Thanks for making it a top notch road stop Chengdu 7!

This place became absolute-essential weekend date with my family. Truly it is the best Szechuan…read morestyle hotpot ever. Venue: pretty large but it can get very packed and busy. Since they opened another location in Durham, the wait has decreased significantly. Food: I order the yin/yang broth: one medium spiced tallo which is the traditional broth and the other either just bone broth until they came out with new organic mushroom broth! It is so good. You can order many different type of meat, seafood and veggies. I order prime thin beef, pork belly, quail eggs , wide noodles as standard and add others depending on mood. Shrimp and beef paste is a must. You can also order combination that includes appetizers, meat, veggie plates. There's sauce bar you can make your own sauce according to your preference. Since this is not AYCE, you can take the left overs. Service: service is good most of the time but once in a while you run into slow service. Price: reasonable.

It was our first time at an authentic Chinese hot pot restaurant, and Szechuan Mansion Hotpot in…read moreCary did not disappoint. We ordered Combo A for two, and it was more than enough food. It was easily enough for two people, maybe even three, and we came with a hearty appetite. We chose the bone broth, loaded up on fresh vegetables, and ordered the incredible sweet rice cakes, which are deep fried, dusted with brown sugar, and served with a rich brown sugar dipping sauce. We also tried the marinated beef and grilled chicken, both of which were tender and flavorful. The menu explains the spice levels really clearly, and there is a full sauce bar where you can mix your own dipping sauce, so whether you like mild or super spicy, it is completely up to you. We went around 4 PM, and there were already four or five other parties. By the time we were finishing up, it was getting really busy, so if you prefer a quieter experience, it is probably best to come earlier. The atmosphere is cozy, the service is attentive, and this place is perfect for a date night or a fun group dinner. We highly recommend Szechuan Mansion Hotpot.

I am all for trying something different but when my husband suggested So Hot Hotpot for his…read morebirthday I was skeptical. I am so happy I went! It was MORE than enough food. Our server Andy was so patient and explained everything to us first timers. The experience of putting the ingredients in the pot and watching it cook was really cool. The decor is different and pulls the entire experience together. I will advise if you are 5'5 or shorter sit at the low tables so you can really see into your pot.

Big shoutout to Diana G for recommending this spot to me! I was looking for a place to eat with a…read moresmall group of people in Cary and I'd never tried hotpot before! Parking was easy, we waited a bit outside even though we had a reservation, but that's ok- they're popular! We were definitely seated within 15 minutes of arriving, and the server came outside well before that with the iPad to explain how everything worked. We were all new to the experience! We opted for a Louisiana style broth that was flavorful and creamy, and a beef broth which was a little bit spicy (other reviews warned about the spice levels, so I was prepared!). We could have gotten up to four broths, but I'm glad we stuck to two- any more would have been overwhelming and as it was I had trouble deciding what meat and veg to dunk in which broth. We selected a bunch of veggie, meat and noodles, and were still passing the iPad around as we were led to our table. There are two "levels," a $28 per person and a $40 per person. I believe the $40 per person came with a nicer cut of steak and more seafood options, as well as drinks like Boba. At the end of our meal I asked our group if anyone would have done anything differently as far as our experience and everyone said they would have gone for the $40 option so we could have had scallops! For the first time, I found the $28 option great because we were just getting the hang of it. I will say the sauce bar was highly spoken of in other reviews, so I eagerly got some, but hardly used it at all because the broth was so delicious on its own! Some of my favorite items were steak (I'd pass on the chicken next time), bok choy (we ordered more of this!) and mushrooms. Also we tried the glass noodles, udon and hand pulled and they were all delicious and fun to eat- I can't pick a favorite of those! Oh, and the spring rolls were a great starter. Some folks in our group enjoyed the spam and some other items, and it didn't feel too difficult to stay away from those bits if others of us were not interested. I'm only taking off a star because the "system went down" and the iPad stopped working for everyone in the restaurant. So although it is technically all you can eat, we had trouble ordering more. Since it was our first time, we couldn't remember everything in the menu to request more, and we didn't want to over order at the beginning so we probably went a little light. Thus, I didn't leave feeling as full as I would have liked. I think I saw others on Yelp mention delicious desserts, but we couldn't see them since the iPad wasn't working. They had a freezer case of ice cream but it looked like school cafeteria quality (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry) so we skipped it. Kind of a bummer way to end the meal. But I can't really fault them for having technical issues, although they could have had a backup paper menu to show us. In sum, I really enjoyed this meal and would go back in a heartbeat! Such a fun time, especially for a group.

Came here about 8 years ago and had one of those meals that just sticks with you. Happy to report:…read moreTaipei 101 in Cary is still holding it down as one of the most reliable Chinese spots in the RTP area. We kicked things off with the hot & sour soup and Szechuan cold noodles--both excellent. The soup had that perfect balance of tangy heat without going overboard, and the cold noodles brought a nice punch of spice and sesame that woke up the palate. For mains, we went with the beef chow fun and salt & pepper squid. The chow fun had that slightly smoky, charred flavor you want with tender beef and well-seasoned noodles that weren't greasy. The squid was crispy, lightly battered, and tossed with just the right amount of salt, pepper, and aromatics--super addictive. Every dish hit. No misses, no filler--just solid, satisfying Chinese food done right. It's always a good sign when a place still delivers years later, and Taipei 101 definitely does.

This was by far the most disappointing Chinese meal I've had. The scallion pancakes barely had any…read morescallions--maybe one piece in each--and when I mentioned it, the server insisted that's just how they prepare them. The vegetable lo mein was just as underwhelming, with only a small amount of carrots, scallions, and broccoli, lacking real flavor while somehow being overly salty. We also ordered the eggplant with basil, but the sauce was thick, overly sticky, and tasted more like sugar than anything else. I can't understand how this could be considered authentic. We had visited this restaurant about ten years ago, and the quality has clearly declined since then.

The restaurant is really nice and clean, with a chic feel to it. We were greeted and seated pretty…read morequickly. Our waitress was quick & kind as she did have a few other tables. The wontons came out first and were so good. You could tell they were made right there and weren't bought frozen, so I'd recommend them, 8/10. The Ramen was just okay (maybe a 6/10). It wasn't what I was hoping for..it really needed that deep, authentic broth flavor. The sushi was tasted fresh &, and the best part is they have buy one, get one free, which I always love at a sushi spot. The pieces held together perfectly. There's very few sushi restaurants that stay open that doesn't close mid-day (11-9:30pm weekdays/10:30pm) on weekends) so extra points that that.

I ordered the Sushi Symphony combo, which looked absolutely stunning--clean presentation, vibrant…read morecolors, the whole Instagram-ready moment. But don't let the look deceive you. Once you get past the visuals, the execution just doesn't quite land. The biggest miss was the sushi rice. It lacked that subtle balance of vinegar and seasoning that really brings everything together, so each piece felt a bit flat. Fresh fish can only carry things so far when the foundation isn't there. The miso soup didn't help matters. It had an odd aftertaste that lingered in an unpleasant way, and I ended up leaving most of it behind.

If you're looking for good American Chinese food, this place is it. Their foods are quick and…read moretasty. Their Singapore mei fun is the best around! It's a small family owned business.

Our first choice was closed so we picked this with hopes the 4 star reviews were right…read more They were not. The tofu was soggy, the crab Rangoon's unpalatable and I didn't even touch the chicken. The veggie lo-mein wasn't bad but even our rice loving queen wouldn't touch it. It was pretty speedy though but lesson learned even Panda Express outranks this.

Really good value and a ton of great options on the menu. Tried the steamed gyoza, miso soup,…read morerainbow roll, spicy tuna roll, fried rice, sesame chicken, and hunan beef. None of the options were the best I've ever had, and I think it was lacking a bit of flavor, but it was really good for the price and local convenience. Definitely recommend.

We dined in. Definitely geared toward take out but the dine in experience was great. We were the…read moreonly people, attentive service and food was great! I'm gluten free and they helped me navigate what I could and couldn't eat. I had a sushi roll and fried rice, made with gf soy sauce. We will be back!

Food - 9/10 Service - 10/10…read moreAmbiance - 10/10 Stopped by solo for a quick grab of pork soup dumplings and spicy oil wonton. The pork soup dumpling was just okay in my opinion; personally think it could've been flavored better. However, it did come steaming hot. However, the spicy oil wonton was delicious and flavored perfectly. Service was super quick - food came out within 5 mins, and the spot was really cute. Was pleasantly surprised once walking in how decorated the place was.

: ) Yibin Spicy Dry Noodle with Pork (N5) : ) Steamed…read moredumpling with pork and Chives : | Soup dumplings (pork) : ( Service was Ok maybe on the lower side of Ok. Super clean and neat store incl. the restrooms.

Was able to try out Sushi Iwa in Apex for the first time and there were two rolls that I loved…read more First one was the "ROCK N ROLL" which had salmon, avocado, tempura flakes and spicy mayonnaise, topped with salmon, jalapeno and wasabi miso sauce. Second one was the "CHERISH U" which had spicy tuna and avocado, topped with salmon. Also had their yellow curry. The broth was delicious but would hold the onions next time if it's an option. Their rolls were BOGO which is always a plus when quality isn't sacrificed! Food came out quick and our server was super sweet. Overall will be back!

Went on a busy Friday night but were seated quickly. We started off with crab Rangoon which was…read morereally good (mostly cream cheese which is my preference). We then had the Tom Kha, Mongolian beef, and chicken hibachi meals. The portions are very generous so for many plate options it would be enough for 2 people. The service was good and the ambience is perfect for a family or friends dinner. Overall we liked our experience and will come back to try the BOGO sushi! One last thing I liked was how their menu has pictures of all of the meals so you get an idea of what it looks like (although for some of the pictures I feel like it doesn't do it justice).

The shirt on the server who guided me to my table through the well-lit, open space read "Ask me…read moreabout 2.99". So I did. This is the price of their house marg. So, of course, I ordered one. A minute or two later, it was in front of me - a goblet filled to the salty brim with a well balanced blend of tequila, lime juice, triple sec and ice. Everyone else at the table followed suit, but the service wasn't so instant. More on this later. We were a group of 9, with reservations. The table was nicely located and not off in a corner. There were 2- and 4-tops all around us. Another long table, this one bar height, butted the end of our regular height table. The servers soon separated them for easier access. Goji y Agave is the product of a partnership between a Mexican chef and an Asian one. There are two menus for food, but you can mix and match between them. Several of us ordered a little from each. Few of us could finish our entrees, the portions were so plentiful! An early snag was placing an order for nine drinks at once - the bar was overloaded, and the servers couldn't get them out together. This created a bottleneck where we could see them on the bar, but could not get to them. Folks were thirsty! This repeated when bringing out food. Once the food arrived, it was amazing, but it was a long wait getting all the orders for a large party together and out at once. Fortunately, it was early on a non-weekend night. Sadly, things were still delayed. But I still recommend going, just maybe don't take the whole gang at once!

I stopped by Goji y Agave after a work event for dinner. It was a Sunday evening around 7:30pm. Not…read moretoo crowded so I decided to sit at the bar. The space is very bright and has the unique feel indicated by the name, a little bit of Latin and Asian fusion. For dinner, I chose the red thai curry. It did not take long at all for them to get my food out, which I am very thankful for because I was very hungry. The red thai curry is delightfully flavorful and spicy. There was a decent amount of red thai curry and rice leftover for me to take them home for lunch the next day. The staff got me in, fed, and out the door in about 45 min.