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.

This, this store will forever have our undying loyalty!! More than just a "shout out" this place is…read moreamazing!! My husband needed a catered BBQ for around 50 people. Now, he is a very busy man he has a lot of places to cover, and mountains of forms (digital) to deal with, among texts and calls from the places he goes, to counterparts he works with. Anyhow, I digress, so I looked up the menu, called, the gentleman I spoke with was the nicest person!! Immediately helped me even though I confused him, and had me all set within 2 calls. The food: This food has come straight from Heaven folks!! Specifically for me, I am allergic to cayenne yep and I live in BBQ land. I cannot eat BBQ here 99% of the time. HOWEVER!!!! Rock Store has no such thing on their pulled pork or in the sauce we had ( hubby brought some home)!!! Every time he has to go to the store near there he will be bringing Rock Store BBQ home for supper!!!! The catered meal was awesome and more than plenty for everyone, to deliver it was super reasonable, and it was affordable!!! You cannot go wrong with these folks!!! Thank You Rock Store Bar-B-Q you have truly impressed us, and made it possible for me to enjoy BBQ.

I live near this BBQ place and pass by it on a fairly regular basis. On 3/13/26, while driving, I…read morebecame extremely ill (digestive issues.) it was all I could do to pull off the road and into their parking lot. I knew I needed to get "something" in my stomach, like bread. I walked in, unable to communicate I was so ill. The staff was kind, patient, and gave me the space to "get it together" to at least speak. Once I could communicate, I told them I needed to get something in my stomach, like bread. They handed me a complete hamburger bun (with nothing else) and told me to take my time, which I did. The illness was momentary and a result of poor decisions on my part, but they were kind, gracious, and understanding. Please support this small business. They are "good people" which is seldom seen in this world today.

Went here for a quick lunch with the family. Was concerned that there wouldn't be a lunch option as…read morethe place is known for its bbq and it can be pretty pricy. Fortunately they had small platters, ramens, soups, and other dishes you can choose from if you do not want the bbq. The place is pretty clean, the service is fast. Don't believe I had to wait more than 10 minutes for the food to be served. The server is also very kind as she not only made sure we were taken care of, but also explained things about each dishes like the stone bowl and how it was affect my meal. The parking to the place is behind the shop and though you have to register for the spot where you park, it isn't costly (was free when we went).

I had bookmarked Gyu-Kaku for lunch because they advertised a happy hour special on LA kalbi--one…read moreof my favorite comfort foods. I've enjoyed Korean barbecue many times, so when I saw the price, I thought I had found a great midday option. Unfortunately, the experience didn't live up to expectations. The happy hour kalbi turned out to be four small pieces of meat for $9.95, which I had to cook myself. A bowl of rice was an additional charge, and there were no sides, vegetables, soup, or salad included. I left the restaurant still hungry, which is never a good sign after lunch. What disappointed me most was the lack of guidance and hospitality. As someone new to Japanese-style barbecue, I asked a few simple questions to understand what I was ordering. When I confirmed this was the happy hour portion, the server said yes--but didn't explain the serving size or suggest additional items. A little coaching would have gone a long way. At one point, when I asked whether the meal came with sides like banchan or rice, I was told, "This is not Korean barbecue." I completely understand the distinction now, but the tone felt curt rather than helpful. Hospitality is about helping guests navigate something unfamiliar, not making them feel like they should already know. I also ordered iced water with lemon, and the lemon never arrived...only the ice water. Was this an omen of what's to come?? Another frustration was the parking situation. I paid for parking through ParkMobile outside the restaurant, only to discover after entering that parking validation was available inside. That information would have been much more useful if it had been communicated clearly before guests park or pay. From a customer experience standpoint, it feels like something that could easily be improved with better signage--lead with the good stuff. The location itself is also somewhat isolated. While technically in Uptown, it's not in a particularly walkable or high-traffic area, so most guests will need to park in a garage or pay for street parking. There isn't much nearby other than an apartment complex above the restaurant, which makes clear parking instructions and strong service even more important. To be fair, the restaurant was clean, and the meat itself was flavorful. The concept of Japanese BBQ is interesting, and I now understand that this style is very different from Korean BBQ, with smaller, à-la-carte portions designed to be built into a meal. That said, the overall experience felt transactional rather than welcoming. I left hungry--and disappointed--not because of the food quality, but because the service and communication could have been better at several points along the way. This visit felt like a missed opportunity. With a little more attentiveness, clearer guidance, and stronger customer engagement, the experience could have been completely different. Don't let one restaurant deter you. Life is short--get out there and eat.

I went here for a quick lunch on a Saturday, and honestly it wasn't anything insanely outstanding,…read morebut it was just what I was looking for. It's quick, convenient, and very inexpensive! I got the Korean corn dog (panko, half cheese and half sausage, sugared) and it was piping hot and fresh. I got the japchae as a side and the taste wasn't bad, but it was not really japchae, just glass noodles with some scallion... Overall though, it was a solid convenient spot to grab some quick street food for cheap! The server was kind and quick, and there was plenty of seating within the food court as well, so the vibes were casual and good. Not a bad place!

Clean and inviting dining area at Monarch Market. Staff were friendly and helpful…read more For a place named after the capital of South Korea, I was expecting better flavors. I went with the most Korean dish they had. I ordered the KatsuBap, which is actually Japanese as mentioned in their business page. I almost enjoyed the katsu (pork) but didnt have enough rice and sauce. I felt like it only had a spoon of scambled eggs. Too much greens in the bowl. If you're eating here, don't expect to eat authentic Korean food. They had korean corndogs and a bulgogi bowl that I might try next time.

WOW. This place is amazing. Huge portions and the food is fantastic. The loaded fries were amazing…read more Can't recommend enough

I was browsing Camp North End when I decided I should grab a quick dinner. I checked Yelp and…read moreGoogle, and the review for Blasian Asian Way were quite positive, so I decided to give it a try. I placed my order for chicken bulgogi via the kiosk. Once I paid, I noted that I never got a receipt even though I'm certain I put in my email correctly. I waited 30 minutes for my food, which is way too long for what I ordered. While I waited, I noticed only one person was working, which is surprising since it was a Friday night. She was working as fast as she could, but there must've been 10 customers in front of me, so she had a lot of orders to process. When I finally got my order, I sat down and gave it a try. What a disappointment. The chicken seemed to be precooked, and just tossed in sauce. The vegetables are pre-chopped. The rice quality was below average. This was basically a dish that could be put together in less than 60 seconds since everything was prepared in advance, so I'm not sure why it took 30 minutes. The Blasian Lemonade was quite with just the right amount of ginger. It was edible, but nothing more. I've had better chicken bulgogi at a shopping mall food court. The only thing I enjoyed was the Camp North End atmosphere and the DJ in the area and the lemonade

Like so many long-time Charlotte favorites, The Roasting Company isn't much to look at. It's been…read morein the same spot on Montford since I moved here decades ago and the owners haven't bothered updating the inside. It's clean but plain, with some old tables and chairs inside and on the sparse patio. But you aren't paying for ambiance. For that, go elsewhere. But if you want hearty food at a good price, The Roasting Company is your place. My favorite forever was either the chicken jaco or the chicken and queso, both served on rice that I then mix with a healthy side of steamed spinach. Then I discovered the Thursday chicken and dumplings, which is what I had today and why I am finally letting you all in on where to get excellent chicken and dumplings if Dish (off Central) is too far away. Like everything we've ordered at Roasting Company, the serving is generous and stick-to-your-ribs delicious. Don't let the size fool you, if you're going for takeout; that 16oz container is filled to the brim with a thick mix of tender shredded chicken, dumpling noodles and a dense, flavorful sauce. Mind you, all the chicken and sides I've tried there are good to excellent (except I didn't really care for the smoked cheese and pasta salad). My husband swore by the chicharrons and the chips and queso or guacamole are solid sides. So if you happen by there after the chicken and dumplings has sold out - which happens pretty much every Thursday - or it's another day of the week, you can't miss with their regular menu or their other specials. So many of our older Charlotte favorites have gone out of business or the owners retired. Heed my advice and try The Roasting Company. Long may it serve us delicious food!

The food was fresh, decent portions. Tried a few salads to sample, corn bread, cup of pork, 2 pork…read morebelly tacos. The salads were pretty good but what threw me was I didn't order black beans - I ordered bean salad. Don't get me wrong. I think the black beans were perfectly seasoned for me, and they arrived hot, hate them with the seasoned rice (perfect complement). But I was expecting a cold bean salad. Smoked pasta salad was pretty good I honestly liked the flavor believe it or not and texture was good. Same with the potato salad, I enjoyed the cubed potato salad. I liked the coleslaw. It was to my texture and taste. For me? The pork belly tacos were "eh"- agreed that it absolutely could be a personal preference - which? Makes sense since I ordered it, I'm eating it lol! Spicy, very sweet and portion was OK. I think? Next time I would like to try something else - interested to hear what anyone else thinks of the pork belly tacos. Seasoned rice was good. I purposely got it because I wanted it to go with the beans. Last but at least, was the pork, I wish they had drained it and that it wasn't so wet (water/oil)? But? I did enjoy it. Good flavor, tender, mild enough when I drained it, I made sandwiches with my own dressing, etc. Next time I would like to try their chicken and see if that is tender and flavorful, but I like that everything was a good even flavor and seasoned perfectly other than the pork belly for me.

Went looking for some good, down home barbecue yesterday and decided to try out this spot after…read moreseeing it on my Yelp feed. This was definitely worth the trip! First, let me preface this review by starting with the obvious, which is this food truck sits in the parking lot of a gas station, right off of the interstate. However, I'm. I'm not sure what the parking lot looks like at night, but at four in the afternoon on a Saturday, it was still pretty dicey. Witnessed a couple of scuffles in the back parking lot between what looked like a group of unhoused individuals who may frequent the area. That being said, nobody bothered us as I sat outside and waited for our food to be finished. I ordered the half rack of ribs, the smoked jerk wings, and the smoked turkey leg, along with a side of greens and mac & cheese. Starting with the ribs, which were the highlight of the entire meal. They were well seasoned, so much so, that I ate them without sauce. I also found the wings to be one of the better jerk sauces that I've had here in Charlotte and the turkey leg was so tender it essentially looked like turkey hash sitting around a bare turkey bone. Prices are decent for what you get and service is straightforward and prompt. This is the true definition of a really good hood spot and one that I will definitely be visiting again, albeit during the day. Lol.

Tried the 4 ribs with 2 sides for 28$ Best ribs i ever had you can pick what type of sauce you…read morewould like customer service on point 11/10

Great addition to the Plaza Midwood area! It has a fantastic local neighborhood bar and grill vibe…read more The staff is always incredibly friendly and attentive--they will even go the extra step of letting you try a sauce before you make your final selection, which is a really nice touch. You truly can't go wrong with any of their wings, the buffalo chicken wontons, or the Anchor Bar Buffalo. It's also wonderful to see them paying homage to the former legend that once occupied the exact same space, Zada Jane's with a delicious sandwich carrying the same name.

Great spot in plaza to sit outside and hang with friends!! They also have tvs to watch games on…read more The parking is minimal in the lot but plenty of street spots around. Their wings are fabulous as well as their chickens sandwich. The Mac n cheese is fine I always spice mine up with buffalo sauce. 100% recommend their buffalo chicken dip!!! It was a hit for the table.