My favorite Asian Fusion restaurant in the Madison Park and South Park area. A lot of dishes here are not authentic per say, but very deliciously done. The chef is definitely a sauce master! Their homemade Singapore hot sauce is Devine!!! Some of my all-time favorites: 1. Beef Pho 2. Hanoi Noodle with Shrimp and Sausage 3. Com Chien with Shanghai Sausage 4. Bun Bo Uoe (not sure if I spelled it right) 5. Ahi Poke Bowl (remember to put the Singapore sauce in, if you are into spicy food). read more

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Used to be my favorite go-to-restaurant, until this weekend. The Curry Laksa is near legendary and the one dish I order on nearly weekly basis. This Friday, they left the broth portion off on a to-go order. On Sunday, they substituted the fiber to metal Brillo pad. The manager is a complete idiot. The substitute bowl of cereal was better. read more

CO - Curry Laksa** new fiber choice - metal Brillo. Enjoy the crunch. - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Can't say enough good things about this place. Everything from drinks, ambience, to the delicious food is everything you would want in a nice special evening out. I am a huge fan of their curry laksa and sushi. I especially enjoy their happy hour menu items and drinks. The quality of food is very good. The staff is very friendly and service is always good. read more

CO - Curry Laksa** - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

My wife and I were in this area on New Year's Day looking for places that were open. We decided to come here since we love Vietnamese and Sushi. Looking over the menu, we saw several items that interested us, but some of the prices didn't really reflect what we would receive in return. We eat a lot of sushi and have been to a lot of different places throughout Charlotte. That said, we skipped on the sushi just based off of the price. To start off, we ordered the pork and crab spring rolls. They were just okay and we probably would not order them again. For my entree, I decided to go with the Short Rib Banh Mi. It was a decent size and the price was about the same as any place that has Banh Mi. However, it was just okay. I've had much better at hole in the wall Banh Mi shops. The short rib itself just didn't live up to the expectation when you see the prices and style of the place. My wife had the Vietnamese Ramen and she thought it was just okay as well. She said it wasn't better than Pho, which she normally would have ordered. Overall, our experience was very meh. I don't see us coming back. The prices just don't reflect what we received in return. The staff was nice and the environment was great, but nothing else was close. read more

CO consistently delivers quality sushi but really shines in the pho department. It's a bit nicer inside than some of its nearby competitors, which makes it great for a casual date night followed by nearby Jenny's Ice Creams. Some of my favorites - the spider roll, spicy pho, drunken Thai noodles, and lemon roll. read more

Yessss. To everything Co is offering. I'm saying YES. I loved this place! I loved the vibe and all the decor. Just know that I'm already looking forward to coming back and grabbing a drink and some of the happy hour goodies! But on to the food! I started with the chicken wontons and they were delish! Crispy wontons...packed with chicken! You really can't go wrong. The highlight was the plum sauce! Such a nice addition! I also tried the Curry Shrimp. I loved the curry sauce. It's really great for dipping the bread! I recommend ordering extra...you'll want it. After seeing all the pictures on Yelp I couldn't wait to try pho - for my first time ever! I tried the Curry Laksa. The spicy broth had so much flavor. Geesh. I had no idea what to expect and this dish literally blew me away! If you're wondering what to order....get this dish! I enjoyed the whole meal and my experience. I'm a huge fan! And I can't wait to come back! read more

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This edition of Excited about Eating takes us to CO, which advertises a "uniquely inspired menu that includes modern interpretations of Asian dishes." According to their website, CO means "feast" in Vietnamese. Dora here. You can't tell by this photo that it was only about 15 degrees outside, right? Yowza! When we left our house, we trekked through at least six inches of snow on our driveway. So when Ernie rattled off three choices for lunch, I was all over CO. Know why? Soup. Pork dumplings. And because our son has been traipsing all over Vietnam for the last couple of weeks, and his photos are stunning! So, hands down, we were headed to CO, and it didn't disappoint. Such an intriguing interior with so many different elements, including this centerpiece that fans out from the bar. Reminded me of a tree. They offer plenty of seating options, including an outdoor area. And, no, we didn't go outside to check it out. Brrr. Our food came out quick and our server was helpful and knowledgeable. Actually, we talked to a few staff members and all of them were gracious and friendly. I chose the Malaysian Chili Wings appetizer, marinated in coconut milk and tossed in pineapple, ginger, lemon grass and chili sauce. These crispy wings were outstanding, both spicy and sweet, with a fruity favor that kept me coming back for more. The Korean Short Rib Banh Mi was packed with tender braised short ribs, kimchi (a spicy pickled cabbage) and aioli. The sturdy bread held up to the generous portion of meat. The combination of spices paired well with the smoky meat, one of those dishes where the heat doesn't really kick in until afterward. This was my first time eating Vietnamese food but it will not be my last. Dora here. When pork ginger gyoza (dumplings) are on the menu, I am not about to pass them up. Soft as pillows and so flavorful, I could eat these every day! Had we known the Pho Ga, shredded chicken and bunches of noodles in a hearty beef broth, bowl would be so huge, we could've shared. But, I don't think I could've swayed Ernie from his sandwich. lol. This is one of those soups where your spoon never comes away empty-handed. Quite a few flavors swimming around in here to tickle your tastebuds. Yum! Perfect for a frigid winter day and I even brought some home. Win, win. This is definitely a place we'd love to come back to or pop in if we're in the area. Especially during the winter. What about you? What's your favorite go-to food in the winter? What's your favorite soup? Stop by Fiction Faith & Foodies Blog http://bit.ly/2kKSRGz and share. We'd love to know! ~Ernie & Dora Hiers read more

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Was feeling like grabbing take out Monday night and I couldn't of been happier with my decision! My friend and I couldn't decide between two dishes so we ordered three! All three noodle dishes were very different but packed so much flavor! The Thai noodles had the perfect amount of spice and the each bite I had some veggies and peanuts mixed in. If you love curry then I highly recommend getting it from here! Overall each of the dishes were amazing and offered a good amount of food. read more

I have been here twice to celebrate birthdays. The first time I was super excited about the experience. Ultimately for a table of 4 we waited for over 2 hours for full service. When the food arrived, twice a friend received a noodle bowl that was so under cooked that the manager tasted it to confirm. The rice in the bowl I ordered was overcooked to mush. I ended up throwing it away. The second time, the service started off extremely well with an energetic server but sadly the service started to get slower and some drinks were forgotten altogether. The food took hours to make its way from the kitchen. We were there for about 4 hours. The worst part was that after our cards were taken, it took an additional 30 minutes to get them back for signatures. The establishment was not fully and we were seated right in front of a computer docking station. Overall, the food was pretty good. I might try a seat at the bar for happy hour but I would not entertain a full service dinner. The kitchen was very slow. Every time I peered into the open kitchen there were several people just standing around. It was pretty frustrating. (Considering the fact that I have ran a full kitchen before.) If they can organize their ability to emphasize the customer experience and management of ticket times, they have the potential to be awesome. read more

CO - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Beyond yum. Best date spot!! Sushi wasn't crazy special but the rest of the menu definitely was.

I'm really a 3.5... When we first got there the waitress asked if we wanted anything else besides water (I got the cucumber mojito). The waitress was very nice and checked on us several times (we had a party of 8). The crab rangoon was pretty good, a bit small but the sauce on it was yummy! The dumplings were alright. There were four of them and they seemed to be pan fried. They were good, but definitely not anything special. For dinner I ordered the kobe jalepano roll. I have never had a bag sushi roll (knock on wood), but this was pretty good! You can definitely get a roll like this somewhere else for a little cheaper. But it was fresh and yummy! The decor was nice and cozy. They had inside and outside seating. read more

My wife and I regularly drive an hour to come eat at this location. Food is always great and service is usually good. Prices are spot on and drinks are good. Quiet atmosphere and great place for some good quality food. Definitely recommend! read more

I was looking for Pho, and I'm new to CLT. I gave Co a try, and I was not disappointed! The beef pho is delicious. However, I think it's a little pricey... $13. I'm from California, and a small Pho is typically $9 and a large is $13. I wish they had 2 sizes because it's a lot of food. But again is amazing! I also had the kimchi and beef dumplings... again great flavor. I cant wait to go back. read more

CO's sushi special is one of the best in town. If you haven't made a reservation though, be prepared for a long wait! Their 1/2 off sushi special is not a well-kept secret! I was especially pleased that CO has a separate GF menu which made ordering a breeze for me and took the guesswork out of knowing whether a specialty roll or entree was safe. Simply inform your server, and they will provide you one. I'm a particular fan of the salmon lemon roll which offers a refreshing twist on a simple roll. Sushi quality each time I have dined here has been very good. read more

Coolest interior, nice staff, love, love, love. Neat drink menu both alcoholic and nonalcoholic so take the prego's. They will love you for it! On to the food. I really liked the endamame spring roll. This was super cool. Try it with the hot sauce and you've got something awesome. I also liked the yellow curry. Can't remember the name, but it's their signature so they'll point you in the right direction. The firecracker sushi roll. I loved it. Gid thought it was a bit to spicy. We like heat so, if you don't like heat try something different or ask them to go light on the hot sauce because the roll itself is really well done. Hugs- M read more

CO - Endamame spring rolls. - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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This is my second time here and I'm not really feeling it this visit. My son bought me herr because this is one of hus favorite restaurants and I loved it when he first bought me here. It took someone forever to come over and get me something to drink. I ordered the spicy crab Rangoon and they weren't hot, I hope this isn't a sign of how the entree is going to be. I just received the new batch of Rangoon and I can smell them so I know they are hot. It's now 8:09 and she just came back to ask if I was ready to order. She walked all around me and even stood at the table beside me and talked to some guys that just sat down, having a full fledged conversation and then walked to the table behind me and asked the 2 ladies if they were ok!!! I'm so pissed off it's not funny. O will definitely talk to mgt before I leave!!!!! The ending was great, the food Thai basil steak was excellent and the crispy wonton cheesecakes, with a side of strawberry preserves was awesome!!!! read more

CO - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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One of my absolute favorite places!! The flavors of everything I've ever had here! Pad Thai and the Hanoi noodles are my go to dishes. The ambiance takes me to another place, not a restaurant located in this shopping center. It's super nice and the service is pretty quick. I keep hearing about their happy hour so I plan to make it out to one sooner than later read more

This place almost lost my business on my first and only visit due to the hostess not being knowledgeable of the special. Let's set the scene: I arrived back in Charlotte from a vacation with my family and messaged my girlfriend as I saw a promotion on FB that the next day was National Mojito Day and CO (listed all locations in other states as well as this Charlotte location) was inviting people out to celebrate with $5 Mojitos various flavors. I arrived 10minutes after my girlfriend who I invited and her sister who Birthday it was and they were seated at a high top table with a look as if I steered them wrong. I entered and immediately thought "How Cute, I can't believe I've never been here before as I frequent Chopt, Juice Bar & other businesses in this shopping center". I approach the ladies and said "Happy National Mojito Day" they smirked and said he hostess said there is no such thing happening. I asked our server for a manager with the post pulled up from the CO facebook page ready to show HOWEVER I didn't need to after I mentioned why we were there he welcomed us and I informed him that the hostess was unaware as well as the server and he apologized and went to speak with both of them as well as other staff to inform their customers. We started off with Pineapple Mojitos which were Ooh so good and after one I needed food, well we all needed food because it was dinner time and we hadn't ate so we requested a menu and began to order. I had the curry shrimp dish which was full of flavor and a sushi roll. The food was so full of flavor and fresh, I raved about it on the phone with my husband on the way home. We will definitely be back for date night hopefully there isn't any specials announced that the staff is unaware of. read more

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Hmmmmmmm, well... I suppose CO is a great spot for "Asian Fusion" if you aren't into authentic Asian cuisine. The pricing is a bit much for the experience... $17 at lunch and I'm not quite thrilled. CO is definitely a mainstream restaurant with flare on the ceiling decor but I personally didn't find any flare in the food choices. I visited with my friend and coworker who is Asian and we are in agreeance that it was OK for taste factor. I ordered the wings , which definitely needed more time marinating in the sauce vs pouring it on top . I couldn't taste anything but the fired chicken flavor . I also ordered the curry shrimp , this was yummy but it wasn't very Asian flavored. What I did like about CO was the fast, friendly service and the quickness of our food coming out. I think because of the area they will get continuous customers because there isn't anything close to compare it to , but I need more pizzazz to get my flavor tastebuds excited. read more

CO - Wings - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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It's good, sushi isn't crazy great compared to other places very close....but CO is consistent and the chicken Pho is actually really good, as soup, but not traditional Pho. read more

Love CO in Charleston and I'm glad Charlotte is home to their newest location. This is a great restaurant with a beautiful design that impresses all of your senses. On my last trip, I ordered the pork & ginger gyoza dumplings, pork belly buns, and the bún bò hue. The dumplings are delicious with a side of soy scallion sauce and the pork belly buns are 50/50 for me given the steamed pork bun at Good Food close by are the best in Charlotte. The main course was my bún bò hue which had sliced brisket, lemongrass-braised pork, bun rice noodles, purple cabbage, mint, served in a spicy chili broth... and it was on point! I can easily recommend CO :) read more

CO - Bun bo hue - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I had heard good things , but I should have ordered noodles or poke bowl. I got sushi and didn't enjoy it that much, it wasn't bad. The service was okay, not sure if it's always like that, but if so, don't come hungry. The chicken wings were really good ( I know, I know it's not a wing place, but I have to mention it ). Looking forward to giving it another try . read more

Yum! Yum! Yumm!! I'm a bit bias because I live right around the corner, but they have the best Pad Thai I've every tasted! Service is good, atmosphere is cool & the food is spectacular! The bartender will even make you blue-chess stuffed olives for you martini (however, the olives are a bit bland - I like the super salty tasting ones). Best part about this place: they have a CO sauce on the table, use it! read more

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Went for the first time tonight! The food was way better than the service. Our waiter only check on us once, never got us water or asked if we wanted a second round of drinks. The girl who delivered the food couldn't recommend a pairing because it was only her second day and then never brought a peanut sauce we asked for. I had the short rib bon mhi. It was tasty. My husband had the ramen. He thought the broth was good but the ratio of noodles to broth was way off. Too many noodles. We will go back once they have worked out the kinks. read more

CO - Ramen dish with too many noodles. - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Atmosphere gets a 10 out of 10 by far! I love the choices on the menu. I decided to go with a few small plates to be able to try a variety. Curry Shrimp- Delicious. Comes with 6 shrimp in a spicy curry sauce and crispy burchetta on the side. Pork Belly Steam Buns- I was a little disappointed because I love the pillow like buns that these are usually served on. They gave two buns which is pretty good for the price. Beef and Kimchi Dumplings- My favorite! 4 dumplings with an amazing sauce over top! Dumplings were soft and tasty! Only $5 for 4 dumplings. Beef Pho- (my date ordered this) I tried it ans trust me there was plenty to share. They served jalapeño, sprouts and other sauces were served on the side so you can spice how you like! Our server was hard to understand with her strong accent but she delivered great service! Next time I come I must try the cheesecake wontons! read more

CO - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I was really anxious to try this place! I love the concept: reasonably priced menu, great atmosphere, convenient neighborhood. I want this place to succeed but first impressions are a little shaky. Food: 2.5 stars We ordered five items. Two of them were "OK": Korean Short Rib Banh Mi and Water Chestnut Dumplings. The other 3 were poor...definitely would not order again. The Edamame Spring Rolls were tasteless and greasy. The Avocado Ceviche and Tofu Buns were not memorable. Very hard to find decent Asian in Charlotte. On a positive note the prices are reasonable. Service: 3 stars Shaky and unsure. Also still wondering why they brought all 5 dishes for the table at one time (when some were small plates/appetizers. Atmosphere: 5 stars Decor is amazing. Very unique and modern. They have only been open a little over a week so I will definitely try again. read more

CO - View of the bar - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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The food is delicious. I had the avocado ceviche, makes you wanna slap your mama. Drunken noodles were pretty good, I've had better but these were still yummy. Customer service not so much...I will say the joint was jumping though, 6:30 on a Wednesday evening and there is a thirty minute wait for a table. I opted for the bar. Bar stools too close together, my hips had issues and no elbow room. After almost 10 minutes I had to request a menu. I didn't know they participated in restaurant week because I wasn't given that menu option. Not the spot for big groups, the largest tables sit only 4 people. I read more

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We have been to CO several times, and it's one of our new favorites. CO is located in the same shopping center as Flying Biscuit, at the corner of Woodlawn and Park Rd. Their food is extremely flavorful, with a good deal of spice, and I'm thrilled they've opened in Charlotte! We have tried the pork belly buns, pork gyoza, and spinach dumplings. The buns are pretty good, but a bit messy to eat. I only wish the pork belly was served a little crispier. The gyoza dumplings are delicious, especially with their dipping sauce. I preferred the spinach dumplings more than my husband, simply because of that amazing creamy, lemon sauce. For our entrees, I usually stick with the pressed salmon and avocado with lemon aioli. The pieces are big and yes, they are a bit hard to get into my mouth, but that never stops me! That sushi is literally bursting with flavor. Each piece has a small, thin slice of lemon on top (rind and all). I promise, it's not bitter! The lemon adds the MOST amazing flavor to this sushi. I'm literally salivating now just thinking of it. My husband has had their curry laksa, a spicy coconut noodle soup with shredded chicken and shrimp, and beef pho. The laksa soup is very spicy, and oh, so good! I always help myself to a few spoonfuls, and keep wanting to go back for more. He said their beef pho is some of the best he's ever had. The broth is very fragrant and flavorful. For beverages, we have tried the cucumber mojitos, but we also love just getting club soda with lime on hot days. Their mojitos are delish! Service is always good here. On our first visit, our server (I wish I knew his name) was truly stellar - there when we needed him, unobtrusive when we didn't. Even sitting outside on their lovely, shaded patio, service is very attentive. CO's decor is very modern. The bar is truly amazing, and sets this place apart from the typical Asian restaurant. There's not a lot of seating, but we sat near the back, in tables meant for sharing with other parties. The music they play is sort of edgy lounge music (think Nightmares on Wax), and is very fitting to the atmosphere. I'm kind of glad we don't live very close to CO. Otherwise, I'd want to go every weekend for dinner! It's well worth the trip, though, and I know we'll be back again soon. read more

Always great food and experience. We have been to both charleston and Charlotte. Would go back when in town.

Food here is fantastic! Been here twice already. The chicken katsu poke bowl is LIFE. Just tried the crab rangoons as well and they were super awesome and delicate and crunchy! This is a definite must go to! read more

CO - Crab Rangoon Small Plate - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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After getting told it was a 25 minute wait it was changed to a 45 minute wait (without anyone physically in line). Don't trust the wait time And don't go there on a weekend night. read more

Today CO added boba tea to their menu so I had to give it a try. I was tagged in an Instagram post that announced the new addition to the menu. The post also advertised that the boba teas normally will be priced at $3.50 but for the month of August they would be priced at $2. I tried calling a couple of time to make sure of the special deal and to see if you could order the drinks to go. I finally got someone on the phone and was told that they could be ordered to go but they would be regular price. I was over the ordeal but my mother wanted to try them. Upon arrival we asked the hostess about ordering the drinks and she directed us to the bar. When we placed our order we inquired about the special price but were told we had to join their email list to get the price. This was never stated before but the bartender said he would give us the special price. I ordered the honeydew melon tea with lychee jelly and my mother ordered mango tea with bursting strawberry boba. I was not impressed with the drinks just like I hadn't been impressed with their food. The boba drinks were not like I've normally had before. The mango tea and the strawberry boba had no flavor. I only enjoyed the lychee jelly in the other tea. I would say the drinks are pretty Americanized just like the food and I will be sticking to the more authentic Vietnamese restaurant in Charlotte. Overall the drinks weren't worth the ordeal. read more

CO - Honeydew melon tea with lychee jelly and Mango tea with bursting strawberry boba. - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

We had a good experience here. Brought my parent here to try this place knowing they can appreciate some Vietnamese foods. I'm not going to lie, I was a little nervous bringing them here because they are normally pretty critical when it comes to eating out and especially at a restaurant not owned by a Vietnamese person attempting to specialized in Asian cuisines. To my surprises, they actually really enjoyed their Pho orders! That is saying a lot! They normally aren't accepting of all the Pho broths around town but actually approved of this place impressed me. Although the Pho broth was yummy, the portions weren't much and the parent were left a little hungry still. Oh! That Singapore sauce is so so good though! I got the Bun Bo Hue and to my surprise, the flavor WAS ON POINT! Now, I can't say the same about the meat tenderness nor noodles however, I'm quite shocked the broth was perfect. It was extremely, extremely spicy making it a little overwhelming to finish (and I normally can handle a little heat!). Even my parent said it was way too spicy! On the downside, the meats & noodles for the Bun Bo Hue were undercooked, making it hard to chew & eat. Definitely needs some improvements on that. Btw, be prepared to come and wait. We ended up walking around the shopping center to kill time while waiting for our table. The setting was nice, clean and modern but has a cold feel to it. Restaurant doesn't exude that warm & inviting feel when you walk in...felt like a little warehouse and kind of out of place decors & seating arrangements. A little overpriced in my opinion for most meals. I mean, I can find a cheaper bowl of bun bo hue or pho at Doan's or Saigon Palace (nearby Vietnamese restaurants) for $8-10 whereas you're paying $12-14 bucks here for the "hip & trendy" atmosphere really. read more

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I wasn't super impressed by this place, but maybe it is because I was expecting something more traditional while the version of green curry I received was something more akin to a fusion dish. It wasn't bad at all, but it wasn't what I had in mind when ordering. Got takeout so I can't speak to the quality of service, but the front of the house was very courteous and brought my dish to my car outside after ordering 10 minutes prior. Would consider going back to check out other dishes, but would probably advise my friends to tweak their expectations of 'traditional'. read more

I absolutely love CO! I am completely obsessed with their Curry Laksa. It is unbelievable! I order it all the time for takeout. When I dine in, I usually order apps too. I highly recommend the pork gyoza, crab rangoon and their sushi. Their bar is really cool looking, they have some great window seats, and their cocktails are good too! read more

Love the idea of this place. After we spent almost three years in Singapore we want this neighborhood place to work! The menus is awesome. Unfortunately they had a bit of a problem getting my Curry Laksa to me hot... Anyone that has ever eaten this dish from a hawker center knows it needs to be HOT. Good news is the flavored were rich, the management adjusted the check and we left happy. I know after two week we just experienced growing pains, we want it to work.PS The bartender made me two incredible Dark Rum Mojitos . Cannot wait to go back and give the fourth star. Update: I have taken out the Bahn Mi here at least three times since our initial dining experiences here. This is a great sandwich here and gets at least a half star more than my first two experiences here. read more

I loved this place. The spicy crab Rangoon was amazing, you get 4 pieces for $6 and some change (give us more ). The Sunset Crab roll was delicious, fresh and I topped it with their Singapore sauce (which is also so damn good. I'm going to buy a bottle... seriously). Last but not least, the Spicy Jalapeño Guava Margarita was a 10/10. read more

CO - Sunset Crab Roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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NO immune compromised safety considerations for curbside. Hostess was obviously abrupt and rude. Will never return. I've tried to support local but will not support CO ever again. Mon. 12.21.20, and I reached out directly and the Park Rd Charlotte location Management team never bothered to respond. read more

The food is really good. If you are getting one of their noodles, you get a really good portion. The Bahn Mi sandwich could have been biggger but it was still flavorful. read more

CO - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Just left and had a nice meal. My husband had the curry laksa and I had the vietnamese ramen. Both meals were wonderful and we would happily return. We also had the Malaysian wings as an appetizer. They were fall off the bone. I don't do spicy and nothing I ate was spicy. I even had some of his dish. Only problem... we both left still wanting more. Not totally full. read more