Good sized portions and yummy food. The place was empty when we got there at around 7pm on a Sunday…read morenight. The chicken in the teriyaki dish was a bit overcooked & dry. Not an issue for me as I'd much rather overcooked than undercooked but others at the table pointed it out. Our server was very attentive and kept coming to refill drinks as soon as they were empty. Overall pretty good place.

We had a great experience coming to Room 112 for lunch for the first time…read more I love the historic building and was so excited to check it out. We had a great experience with the food and service. The teriyaki chicken was very tasty and I liked the fried rice even without sauce (I usually slather the rice in the sauce).

Loved the spicy soup. Fresh and tasted authentic. They were kind and refilled any of the banchans…read moreI asked. Great service. Parking available in plaza.

We hadn't been here in about a year and decided to bring our cousins from out of town, which made…read morethe experience even more disappointing. We honestly wished we had chosen somewhere else. The food quality here was not like how it was years ago. The biggest issue was the food quality and value. The galbi was $30 per plate and had barely any meat, mostly bones and mixed in with a lot of cabbage. The pieces of meat were extremely small, about the size of a penny, which made it feel completely overpriced. The photo on the menu showed much meatier portions, so what we received felt misleading. We have had galbi at other places with much better portions for less. The japchae was also difficult to eat. The noodles were excessively long, around 2 feet, making it hard to grab and portion onto plates. Typically, japchae noodles are cut to a manageable length. The banchan portions were very small, only enough for about two people. When we asked for more, we were told it would be an additional charge, which was disappointing. Service also impacted our experience. The waitress hovered over our table and repeatedly asked to take plates away while we were STILL eating, which made the meal feel rushed and uncomfortable. We were a party of 4 adults and 2 young kids, ages 4 and 2, and the kids barely ate anything, yet we were still automatically charged a 20% gratuity. That did not feel appropriate given the situation. I am all for supporting small businesses, but when you are charging premium prices for very small portions and the quality does not match, that is where you lose my business. Overall, the portions, pricing, and service did not match expectations. Our $183 bill would've been better off at an AYCE Korean bbq.

My date and I found the food to be mediocre at best. We ordered the hibachi chicken and hibachi…read moreshrimp & steak plates, and unfortunately, everything tasted pretty bland--there just wasn't much flavor in the meats or the rice. To make things worse, the initial plates came out cold (both mine and my date's) which was very disappointing. My remade plate did come out hot, but by then the experience was already affected. I also didn't like that it's $5 extra for more rice, even if you're just trying to substitute it for the veggies. That felt unnecessary. The fried calamari tasted like it came straight out of a frozen box, and instead of squid rings, it was more like straight pieces of squid, which wasn't what I expected. To top it off, I found what looked like a white hair in my food and had to get my plate remade. The server was very nice and handled it well, which I appreciated, but the overall food quality just didn't make up for it. As someone who eats hibachi often, I'd say this spot needs to add more flavor and seasoning to really stand out. I'd probably pass on this hibachi spot.

We were spending some time in museum tower over the weekend and decided to try this place out as it…read morewas so close by. The food was delicious, staff was down to earth and ordering was very easy and convenient! Our friend had told us about Hasaki Grill a few times before and I wish we had tried it sooner! I'm not usually a fan of the chicken at most hibachi spots because it's usually super overcooked/flavorless but Hasaki did a wonderful job with it! My husband got the jumbo shrimp and really liked his food too. The portion size was amazing without costing an arm and leg, and we still had leftovers for later in the evening. I will definitely be going back here to try more of their menu and to see how the dine in experience is! Perfect quick and delicious hibachi spot!

Always so polite! This is the second time my partner and I have eaten here, and it has yet to…read moredisappoint. Portions are great with flavourful meat, perfect textured rice and, the best part, it's very filling! It's as well always so peaceful when going inside- love the interior design!

Asian food is my favorite cuisine, so of course when I passed this building on my way to work, I…read moreHAD to stop and try. I ordered my food as a left work online (Beef bulgogi japchae and kimchi) and it was ready went the owner waiting on me as I arrived. He was very friendly and welcoming. I don't have many pics as I was in a rush, but the restaurant is small but warm and inviting! I didn't eat anything until I got home but the food was still warm and exceptionally good! I don't think I can buy store bought kimchi anymore. This kimchi was so freaking fresh! They have won a long time customer!

Honestly, this was my first time in Optimist Hall and wow am I impressed! I was in the mood for…read morepoke, and the one by my house was closing in a few minutes, and found this place on Yelp just 15min away from me - figured Id give it a shot, and glad I did! They have a set menu option OR a build your own, and opted for a build your own! Staff was diligent in taking my ingredients AND preparation was FAST! All sushi burriots come with mixed greens automatically, and I ordered a sushi rice base, with salmon for my protein, with ponzu sauce (underwhelming, unsure if they remembered it), and embellished with: cucumber, edamame beans, grilled pineapple (+$.50 - not enough to be worth an up charge), and avocado (+$.75 - not enough to be worth an up charge). For the "finish it up" I opted for sesame seeds and tempura chips which I feel like should be relabeled as tenpura crisps.. but still a good added crunch! My burrito, after tax and tip, was like $21. Next time I wont be adding pineapple and avocado as I feel the cost to add did not reflect the quantity added to my burrito, but content with the decent amount of salmon pieces! Overall pretty comparable to other places, and will find myself coming back! Classic "food hall" set up, and is located in the corner by The Bar with ample seating inside and outside! Free first 90min parking always a plus!!

First time visiting Zukku and definitely won't be my last. I ordered the Shrimp Volcano and…read moreOptimist Roll. The rolls were super fresh, well made, and only took about 10 minutes to receive my order. The portion size was generous and this is one of the most tasty food options I have experienced at Optimist Hall.

Really GREAT SERVICE & FOOD!!!! Everything is made fresh and authentic. Absolutely recommend..read more

Great ramen. Ordered the Bulgogi Beef Ramen. Good flavor with fresh ingredients. Plenty of noodles…read moreand broth. Vegetables were fresh as well. Nice treat was when they brought out a three side of flavored celery, black beans, and kimchi. Service was quick and friendly. Ambiance was noisy with customer chatter, with tables and a long bench on both sides of the restaurant that accommodated more tables and chairs.

Stopped by there for dinner yesterday. Had the bulgogi and bibimbap. Husband loved his bibimbap…read more It's what I should've ordered too. It's always really good. I've had the bulgogi there before but this time around it was tasteless. The meat was tender, not too gristly but had been boiled and didn't taste marinated. The rice and cabbage salad that came with it were very good but the bulgogi was oh so bland. Not ordering that again. Portions were large and hardly any wait for our order, prob 8 mins. Location is in the back corner of the Super G Mart food court. It's counter order and pickup. There are tables and chairs nearby. Noise level can be pretty loud. You hear everything going on at the supermarket and the food court can get very busy during meal times. Still, it's good solid Korean food and I'll always stop by and pickup a meal here when in the area.

I come here almost every other month because I love my "Budae-jjigae" which translates to Army…read moreStew. Main ingredients are Kimchi, hot dogs, spam, and ramen noodles. Variations: Often includes tofu, rice cakes, on a spicy broth. I tell ya, it is the most bestest authentic Korean noodles you can slup on in this beautiful place called Super G Mart here in 7323 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28227. Service is excellent and nothing fancy just affordable spot to get your Asian food crave on.

A Cotswold Thai gem -- and save room for dessert!…read more I've been to Thai House before, but this visit was prompted by an American Airlines miles promotion combined with OpenTable points. Honestly, I'm glad it gave me a reason to come back! Located in Cotswold, Thai House has its own private parking lot, which makes getting in and out easy. I was warmly greeted as soon as I arrived, and the friendly, attentive service continued throughout my meal. I already knew what I wanted for dessert, so naturally I planned dinner around it. Priorities! For my entrée, I ordered the Pad Krapraw with chopped chicken ($17.95), a spicy basil dish loaded with chicken and vegetables. It was absolutely delicious, flavorful and generously portioned. There was easily enough to take home for another meal, which makes the value even better. Then came the real reason I had been saving room: mango sticky rice ($8.95). Oh, my goodness. Fantastic. The mango was cool and refreshing, the creamy coconut sauce was also chilled, and the sticky rice arrived warm. That contrast of temperatures and textures made the dessert especially delicious. Sweet, creamy, fruity, warm and cool all at once. I would come back for the mango sticky rice alone. Service was quick, genuinely friendly and welcoming throughout my visit. I also learned about a dine-in promotion where guests can purchase a frozen meal for $9.95 to take home for later. That's going on my list for next time. Authentic, flavorful Thai food, generous portions, friendly service, good value and its own parking lot. If you're in the Cotswold area and craving Thai, Thai House is absolutely worth a visit. And yes, I'll be back. Life is too short not to eat well, travel well or shop well. Get out there and find your next destination!

I was craving Pad Thai and decided to stop by. I've ordered takeout from here plenty of times in…read morethe past, and it's always been good, so I knew I could count on a great meal. When we arrived, Kimberly greeted us with a warm smile and was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We originally wanted to sit outside because the patio was nice, but it was a little too hot, so we chose to dine inside where it was much cooler and more comfortable. Alicia took our order, and I have to say she was one of the sweetest people I've met. She was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. We were offered soup to start, which was delicious. For our meal, we ordered the chicken Pad Thai and roasted duck with BBQ sauce on the side. The food was very good and definitely satisfied my craving. The food was great, but Alicia's exceptional customer service is what will bring me back. She truly made our visit memorable