BEWARE OF THE RED PEPPER SYMBOL on the menu!!!! If you love spicy, indulge! If you are sensitive or…read morecan't handle spice, run faaaaar away from these items. Most places put a pepper symbol and it's not spicy at all, but this single red pepper symbol means business!!!!!! I'm sensitive to spice at the moment so eating my food was a bit of a marathon....but in a good way! Think runny nose & sweating hot with tons of delicious flavor. To start, we served wonton strips with a white yum yum type sauce which was a nice surprise. For our app we had the crab puffs (crab ragoons) which of course were not spicy, perfectly crispy and had the right amount of filling. I also ordered a dragon roll which came out after my main entree since the sushi bar was backed up. This actually worked out perfect because the cream cheese in the roll was a great way to calm the spice in my main entree. The mango and crab on the roll were very fresh, and the size was also pretty hefty for being an 8 piece roll. I could have easily made this into a lighter full meal. For my main entree I got the spicy basil with chicken (red pepper sign alert!!!), brown rice and miso soup. The miso soup was good as expected, the brown rice was cooked to perfection and served in a side bowl, and the main entree was plentiful with perfectly cooked veggies & chicken! This dish brought the heat but in a very good way!!! I couldn't get enough of that spicy basil flavor!!!! I only ate half the dish so looking forward to a delicious lunch today! Can't wait to come back and try more of their dishes but while I'm sensitive to spice at the moment I may avoid the pepper symbol for a bit!

Ended up here needing an easy casual spot to have lunch at a midpoint for a friend meeting me from…read moreRaleigh. They had a pretty decent lunch special menu, following the fairly standard "pick two or pick three" basic sushi rolls with a soup and/or salad format. It was maybe a bit more basic than most sushi places, but I did find a trio that I enjoyed. The salad had a really nice ginger dressing, but was that basic mostly iceberg salad that most Japanese places do. I got the lunch pick three combo, with the salmon avocado, spicy tuna, and the spicy yellowtail (which is really also spicy tuna). Everything came out pretty quick, and the restaurant had a nice comfy environment to chat. The tea was pretty weak. The sushi rolls themselves were just good, nothing surprising but also nothing disappointing. Fish tasted clean and fresh, which it's hard to ask for more from a place like this. Would come back for a future lunch rendezvous in Mebane.

We went for a quick dinner and we found a hidden gem. I ordered the pad see ew (soy sauce noodles)…read morewith beef. The portion size was spectacular and I didn't have to search for the meat because it was plenty. For an appetizer, we got the chicken satay. I'm a huge fan of peanut sauce and it was quite good. The only blip in our evening was that it took a bit to get refills but it wasn't a deal breaker. I would definitely recommend trying it!

Something Different Asian Fusion,Seafood and Thai. That's a…read morelong name for any business. This is a new business in and old business that offers both Thai and Asian dishes. We met our youngest son and his girlfriend there for Sunday lunch. Very few cars in the parking lot when we arrived At maybe 12:20.A table was no problem. Which so many restaurants being closed on Sunday unless it's Fast food or Asian or Mexican in this particular part of Ashboro. Maybe 25 or so people in and the place would definitely hold more.We were greeted with a smile and told to seat ourselves We were given our menu and our drink order was taken.This establishment had some amazing food. But I couldn't give them 5 stars because of the slow service. When our tea and water we had had plenty of time to chose our food. I chose chicken LoMien and Crab Wontons for an appetizer.My wife picked the sesame chicken with rice and an egg roll. Our son's girlfriend chose fried Rice with pot stickers as an appetizer and our son had fried rice with chicken and spring rolls as an appetizer..Now is when the waiting period started. It took two people to bring our tea and water. After awhile a server brought out our son's spring rolls and my wife's egg roll. The a different server brought out my crab wontons.A few minutes later the dumplings found its way to our table. Now as I stated right from the get go the appetizer's were delicious and piping hot with a very good dipping sauce.My wife mentioned right off her egg roll was delicious and she's very fond of egg rolls. Instead of bringing our meal out on a tray it came out one plate at a time.When we Finally had our food sitting on the table I basically could have eaten most of mine before my son who was the last to receive his.Now again the food was delicious. No complaints from any of the four of us.As we were eating a party of 6 was beside us it was the same thing. I kept telling my son who has a culinary degree that I smell chicken wings. He would look at me sorta weird like. Well with that being said. Slowly their appetizers started coming out. Several had some bowls of soup. The Bowles were a good size. But just like my nose was telling me one in that group had an appetizer of some really good looking chicken wings. I know on my next trip I will definitely be trying those good looking wings. But now back to our experience. The servings were a nice proportion. The food was excellent. The service was slow. It was 2:15 when we were paying our bill and waiting out the door.So basically we were there over an hour and a half.It's almost as though each dish was cooked one at a time. A person dropping by fro lunch may be pushed for time. Again the food and Appetizers were excellent. The tab was just a bit over $93.00 dollars. I hate I forgot to take a picture of the delicious appetizers.

Once again, I listened to my boyfriend where to get some delicious Vietnamese food…read more I came to Victorious Pho Bar. This time I didn't get the pho. While looking over the menu one side of the menu is Vietnamese food and the other Thai food. I made the decision to get a little of both options. My appetizer I ordered the shrimp spring rolls and for my meal I ordered the vegan Pad Thai with hot Jasmine tea. I receive my Tea and Spring rolls simultaneously. My tea is piping hot and my shrimp spring roll giant and looks so fresh. My service was great you walk in and the waitress will tell you to sit anywhere you like. The restaurant definitely gives sports bar vibe with the decor. My food was amazing. The shrimp spring roll was delicious the veggies super fresh and crispy and the shrimp cooked perfectly and they give sweet chili sauce as the dipping sauce. My vegan Pad Thai was equally as yummy. It's was so flavorful I did feel that my broccoli was way overcooked and hardly any cabbage either. The veggies you get it broccoli, cabbage, carrots, green onion and bean sprouts. Nevertheless the flavor was there noodle were cooked just right. My boyfriend got it right this time and I will definitely be back. I want to try their red curry next time.

For the area, this is a good find. In a strip mall, it's kind of understated. Welcomed by…read morestaff, simple menu. We started with shrimp and veggie spring rolls. Very fresh ... nicely done. I had Beef Pho, they had several protein choices. Good sized bowl, steamy hot. All the extras you would want were provided. Zero complaints and was a welcome change to the regular options in the area. This was a lunch visit, but could tell it transforms to a bar at night. If you're looking for something other than the regular slapped between bread offerings... give it a shot. They also of other regular options like Pad Thai which I'll have to come back for

My family was passing though the area and decided to eat here for lunch. I like how they offer the…read morelunch menu on the weekends. I ordered the three roll sushi lunch with salad and a Thai iced tea. The sushi was good. I liked the salmon roll a lot. the ginger dressing was really good as well. I was not a big fan of the tea. It tasted like they poured hot tea over ice so it was watery. The sweetness level was good. They had good service and I would eat here again.

I ordered the general tso with lo mein and it was just nasty. The lo mein has absolutely no flavor…read moreand the chicken for the general tso was soft and mushy. I didn't even attempt to eat it after the first few bites. This place wasn't for me. The service over the phone was decent. I kept having to repeat what I wanted because it would be wrong when the host repeated it. My husband's orders in the past have also been wrong. I didn't even waste my time taking pictures. It went to the trash. The ambiance was fine. The inside was well kept and clean.

My first visit to 98 Asian Bistro definitely won't be my last. From the moment we walked in, the…read moreowner and the staff made us feel genuinely welcome and took great care of us throughout our meal. The food was absolutely amazing. Every dish was fresh, full of flavor, and perfectly prepared. You can really tell they take pride in what they serve, and it shows in every bite. A big thank you to the Ms. Tu (Sorry if I spelled it wrong) and the entire staff for the outstanding service and delicious food. If you're looking for a place with great hospitality and flavorful Asian cuisine, I highly recommend giving it a try. Looking forward to coming back soon!

I love this restaurant! The atmosphere, the food, the service, and even the parking availability is…read moreall great. On my last visit, I tried the Thai coffee and fell in love! It is delicious (very sweet but still so delicious)! I usually order the Thai Tea (also delicious just not as sweet). The food portions are just right in my opinion, enough to satisfy your appetite. The spring rolls are also good (1 piece cut in 4ths). The atmosphere is nice, lower lighting, and relatively quiet. I am never disappointed at this restaurant and recommend to others.

Juju (9th Street - Durham) Although we live in North…read moreRaleigh, we've been spending more time exploring Durham's restaurant scene. This time we tried Juju on 9th Street for lunch. Parking couldn't have been easier. We found a space right out front in the lot off 9th Street and walked straight in. It was a quiet Thursday afternoon, so we were seated immediately. The dining room has an elegant, relaxed feel, and with only a few other diners it made for a peaceful lunch. Lunch for two came to about $80 plus tax and tip, making this one of the more upscale lunches we've had recently. We ordered: * Crispy Brussels Sprouts * Shrimp Dumplings (6) * Mongolian Beef * Grilled Lemongrass Hanger Steak Salad * Unsweetened iced tea The Food The Crispy Brussels Sprouts were a great start. They were crisp on the outside without being overcooked, and the mint, peanuts, and pickled onions added both texture and freshness. It was also a large enough portion for leftovers. The Shrimp Dumplings were excellent. The flavor was outstanding, and the Thai chili oil, garlic, scallions, and sesame worked beautifully together. My only criticism was the portion size. At six small dumplings, they felt a little pricey for what you receive. The Mongolian Beef was probably the best value of the meal. The beef had a nice sear while remaining tender inside, and the portion was generous enough that we had leftovers for another meal. It had a nice overall flavor as well. The Grilled Lemongrass Hanger Steak Salad was good, but not quite at the same level. The steak had good flavor, but the cut itself was somewhat chewy. The accompanying rice was simply prepared and didn't add much to the dish. The flavors were enjoyable, although slightly sweeter than my wife prefers. Service Service was excellent. Our server took the time to walk us through each dish, explaining ingredients, spice levels, and preparation so we could choose items that fit our tastes. We especially appreciated her knowledge of the menu and her attentiveness throughout the meal, my iced tea was never empty. Overall Juju offers an attractive setting, excellent service, and several very well-executed dishes. Our biggest challenge was simply that much of the lunch menu leans toward spicier offerings than we typically enjoy. While we probably wouldn't return specifically for lunch, the dinner menu appears to offer a much wider variety of choices that fit our tastes. We'll likely be back to give dinner a try.

Can't wait to try this place again . Every bite was amazing…read more My favorite was definitely the Mongolian beef and the crab fried rice very flavorful filled with aromatics. Perfectly seasoned. The beef was crispy. The waiter checked in frequently to see if we were enjoying the food.

Great Elon spot. Love all the different options of tacos…read more Family favs are K Steak, shrimp melt, brussel truffle, and chicken 101 tacos. And sides of brussels sprouts are a must. Staff are super friendly!

Excellent food and an intriguing menu...I had a butter chicken taco and a smoked pork taco...both…read morewere excellent with intriguing flavors. The butter taco was served in a warm pita like wrapper and tasted very much like butter chicken I have had at many Indian restaurants. The smoked pork taco had a slightly sweet salsa that was delicious and worth the trip back. The team there was very friendly and I'd drive back to Elon simply to eat there. A great experience!

We had a wonderful meal at Thai Station! Here's everything I tried:…read more - Complimentary soup: PSA they have a vegetarian version of this with tofu! Simple, but broth had adequate flavor. - Green Curry: I got their lunch special, which at $10 is such a good deal. It was packed with tofu, Chinese eggplant, bamboo shoots, bell pepper, and Thai basil. Super creamy with a good amount of spice. - Thai Style Macaroni: This was a sleeper hit, I was surprised by how much I liked it. It had macaroni, egg, onion, tomato, and scallion stir fried in tomato soy sauce. Umami deliciousness. - Thai Iced Tea: This was okay- balance b/w sweetness (too much) and tea flavor (too little) was off. - Mango Sticky Rice: Classic! The mango was sweet and refreshing, the rice was warm and sticky. I wish they put more of the coconut sauce on the rice though. Ambiance, of course, is great; we didn't get seated in a particularly aesthetic area bc of our large party size, but this spot is very cute. We came for a Friday lunch during commencement weekend so it was understandably busy, but our party of 8 was able to get in after just 30 minutes, which I feel is pretty good. Our server was kind and accommodating. There is a parking lot, but you must not wander off the Carr Mill Mall property or you may get towed. 9.5/10 would recommend!

Loved it! The ambience was incredible. The front dinning room had flowers and plants hanging from…read morethe ceiling. They also have an outdoor patio with lights that was charming and a dinning room inside one of the old train carts. The food was good. I actually liked what my husband ordered more! lol he got the pineapple fried rice inside of the pineapple! It was really cool looking and absolutely delicious. LOVED the crab and cheese spring rolls! Could have ordered 12 of those! I didn't like the dumplings and the drunken noodles had a very strange texture, not quite right for a noodle.. kinda slimy and rubbery? But the flavor, veggies and beef in the drunken noodles was really good.

This restaurant is just around the corner from us but we rarely go there. We went for dinner and…read morethe service was good, the food was good but we weren't wowed. We ordered the lettuce wraps to start and they were flavorful and the lettuce was fresh. We also ordered a thai curry noodle with chicken and shrimp and the honey pecan chicken. The noodle dish was ok but made amazing because of the in house made chili sauce. The highlight of the honey pecan chicken was clearly the candied pecans. The chicken was tender and sauced well but lacked that umami flavor. Will we be back? Only time will tell

This is a hard one because I don't like doing reviews like this. This was my first time here. I got…read morethe mongolian beef, but I substituted the beef for chicken instead. I also ordered the chicken lo-mein. I was surprisingly shocked how bland everything was from the chicken to the noodles. Especially for the mongolian sauce. It didn't have that pop at all. I really wanted to like this, but I was just disappointed. I'll come back and maybe try another dish. Maybe it was just one of those days for the them.

Beautiful coffee shop downtown Burlington has charm and character starting from the outside…read more Starting at the door there beautiful seating area with lots of local businesses items for sale, baked goods and aroma of fresh coffee. Greeted with hello at the door and a friendly face behind counter. Must try place. The new salted banana bread latte is amazing

LOVE this coffee shop located in the heart of downtown burlington. The cold brew is one of my…read morefavorite drinks to order. Recently they came out with their March specials including this irish cold brew as well as a cool fun lucky charms drink! The inside of this coffee spot is what really draws me in the most perfect place to relax and enjoy the plants inside as well as the sunshine coming in from the windows! The staff here are all so welcoming and eager to help you choose the best drink in terms of what your tastebuds like! I recommend coming and spending time inside to drink ur coffee and eat a snack such as the pastries as well!