Ok so I really don't understand the hype behind this place: 1) The people behind the desk have serious attitude. I'd say outright rude. 2). You get off the elevator and it smells fishy. I love seafood, but it's bad fish. 3) You go outside and it feels unstable. The tiles all creek as you're walking around, which isn't comforting on a rooftop. 4) this place just opened and the furniture is already beat up. Scuffed, chipped, broken -- not a good look for a $5Mil buildout. 5) Service was nice, but super slow. Drinks took close to 30 minutes. 6) The food was horrible. I'd describe it as offensive. We ordered A TON, and it was hard to find anything decent. - Oysters: fine but small. - Wagyu Meatballs: ok. Didn't taste like wagyu, just average meatballs. - dumplings: the inside was average but the exterior was so dry! It had to have been sitting under a heat lamp for 10-15 minutes at least. - the toro tartare was offensive. It had definitely gone bad. The server said it was just that the cut was fatty, but as someone who eats toro weekly, it was bad. Toro isn't brown. If I had a disposable napkin, I would have spit it out. - the Crudo, I wouldn't eat after how bad the toro was. - the tomato salad was fine, but nothing spectacular. Anyone could have made that at home. - my friends described the scallop as "a $1.99 scallop from the grocery store". When it came time for entrees, I didn't want to order. A friend and I split a little piece of steak. The wagyu sando was fine but like 3 bites for $50. And the miso cod smelled horrible on the table, yet somehow tasted super bland. The wagyu tri tip was flavorless. Thank god for the salt to give it some type of flavor. I will absolutely not go back. When I say this is one of the worst experiences I've eaten in Charlotte, that would be and understatement. Even before you look at the price, it's horrendous - when you factor in the price, it might be the worst I've had in Charlotte. read more

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I had a very eventful day that wasn't planned. But I started off (see previous post) with getting my oil changed and then went to the Juice Shop. Then I decided to galavant to Charlotte as they had the Vintage pop up Market going on in Camp End. With all the vendors and unintentional shopping I was indeed hungry. The last time I came to Charlotte, a bartender recommended Hestia and said if I wanted a nice drink with a nice view, this was it. Unfortunately, I didn't get any pics of the view but it was lovely with ample patio/rooftop seating. From where I was sitting on the inside it was still lovely. Just a heads up, when you put it in GPS it doesn't make sense so just know that it's a rooftop on the AC Hotel by Marriott Charlotte Ballantyne. So it's within Ballantyne Village which has an array of shops and places to eat. I was able to find parking with no problem but keep in mind I got there around 5:15 and let me tell you people are pressed about this place. The bar area is first come first served. I suggest making a reservation because it can fill up pretty quickly, especially when the weather is nice. It's on the 16th floor and I was greeted by a nice hostess who lets someone know how many are coming up in the elevator. It was just me but another party of 5 were behind me and we all went up together. It was plenty of bar seating and the chairs were comfortable. I was then greeted by my bartender Grant. Y'all! Not for nothing, go to Hestia and have Grant make your drinks. He was so delightful and attentive and had great conversation. Honestly the staff overall was very friendly and I absolutely loved the fact that they worked well together. It makes a difference when the staff is on one accord. I started off with a Smokey Sazerac and the potstickers. That definitely paired well. The menu isn't super big, this more like a light bites kind of place but it was very filling. It's a smidge pricey as they have A5 Waygu beef but overall I think it's still pretty average for what I consider an upscale bar. The atmosphere was inviting and I can easily see how someone could spend hours there. I was almost there for 2 and I didn't notice. The bar is very busy but the staff was at a great pace. I never saw a drink just sitting at the bar. They are very efficient. Then I later had an old fashioned and spider roll. The spider roll is to die for and I think it's a must try. And lastly, I had the ginger crème brûlée. I don't know what they did but that crème brûlée was amazing. This was the first time I had one that was adequately sweet and didn't taste artificial. I think it's also a must try. All in all. I can see the hype. It's a lovely spot to check out for drinks and light bites but also be prepared to open a tab. I think it's easier for them to do it that way so just have a card ready if ordering multiple items. I'm definitely coming back and I will sit outside to take in the view. It's gorgeous. read more

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Truly one of the best dining experiences I've ever had in my life. Food: The oxtail potstickers with the blood orange combo was so delicious. The salmon entree with the rice was just beautiful, it does have some sweet taste with the sauce but definitely worth getting if you have a sweet palate! Crab cakes was huge they can fill you up!! The crab cake was the so fresh and full of flavor with the roe on top and fresh chopped red and green peppers really brought out flavor, just thinking about it makes me want to go back to order it again. Chocolate cake was so creamy with the chocolate creams under the chocolate bar and the crushed up chocolate pieces on top next to the gold flakes were crunchy/ crispy(reminds me of a elevated heath bar) along with the ice cream made me opened up a second stomach just to eat the whole thing!! Cocktail: Each cocktail we had was unique and my favorite was the Hornets Nest in Jalisco it was like a blood orange margarita (please get this) the Down The Rabbit hole was more on the floral side (not my taste). But the A/C Harmony was a stronger drink but very tasty!! The cocktail menu was crafted very well. Service: AMAZING! Our server provided an amazing experience, he was able to help with my friends shellfish allergy and recommended great alternatives! Very professional and attentive. Ambiance: Just WOW the place is modern and luxurious. I just love the music playlist too. The rooftop bar feels like a premium experience with beautiful views from the patio! Being 16 floors up in Ballantyne at night was a view you don't see often. I just know every visit will be an experience to remember and treasure. Thank you Hestia!! read more

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One of the best date night spots in Ballantyne . Love the ambience: rooftop is really chic and relaxing. However, the food can be quite hit or miss Recommended dishes: rum pineapple, and potsticj Although the fish was fresh and perfectly textured in the Salmon tartare, the sweetness of a very ripe mango overpowered the dish, and I didn't care for it . Service is OK but unremarkable. It depends on who you get, so it's likely fair to categorize it as hit or miss like the food. A fair rating would be 3 1/2 stars, but since this is one of the only rooftop options in Ballantyne and the ambience is lovely, I selected 4. Tip: asked to sit in one of the booths closer to the sushi bar, instead of under the bright lights near the window furthest from the rooftop . read more

The ambiance and customer experience was very good. Food did take a little longer than usual to only have the reservation for 1.5hrs, but for a party of 2, I think that's pretty good time. If you know you would want to go on a weekend, you definitely would need to reserve weekends in advance. But for a nice view of the city, I think it's worth the experience at least once. We started off with the Waygu Tacos (8/10) & Potstickers (9.5/10). The Waygu tacos were good but I didn't really care for the hard shell taco and how oily they were. Now the mustard sauce that came with the Potstickers was definitely the star of the dish, so it's a must have. The Waygu fried rice was beautifully presented and the fish it was was very good. However, if you're very hungry you more than likely won't get full off of the portion size. Overall, the experience was very great and I would highly recommend as a first date vibe! read more

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Beautiful views . Drinks at the bar were excellent. Food was good too ! I recommend for a date night or spot to grab drinks.

Tuesday Dinner. Sat at the sushi bar for apps & then had drinks at the bar after. Alex was our exceptional server (11/10 stars) & very attentive and not only that but almost the whole entire staff were so welcoming . Executive chef Eiji & Sushi chef Kap were very accommodating and also took care of us . Our tables were constantly bussed & drinks were never emptied. AGM Jackie came over to check on us and made sure we had a wonderful experience. Come and have your meal before it gets busy. Order your drinks from the bar (Nick & Kitty will take care of you !) , go to the patio & see the sunset. Will definitely be back read more

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Attended a special event (Tasting Collective) last Sunday evening. Chef did an outstanding job with the Omakase menu. Every dish was excellent! The venue and rooftop view are absolutely beautiful. read more

Extremely poor service pn Sunday, totally disappointing. 1. Do not order a bottle of wine at Hestia. Ever. Waitress Lia couldn't figure out, how to divide a bottle between four guests. Totally forgot about one guest, did not apologize, behaved arrogantly. 2. Manager Burkins simply ignored the complaint. 3. instead of $60 bottle of wine, the same waitress Lia brought $85 one. When caught via checking the bill, her and Burkins refused to adjust the price. You seriously would have expected a much better service not just because it an expensive place, but out of common sense and customer respect. 4. No towels and no soap in the woman's bathroom. Shame on this ignorant personnel. Do not recommend Hestia at all. Not with those workers. read more

View incredible Food incredible Service incredible No complaints from us We will be back! read more

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This can be one of the coolest places with an awesome view of the city but the patio definitely needs help!! From the furniture to the slow service they need to step it up! Waited 30 min & no one came to take our drink order. I had to go the bathroom & on my way back grabbed a waitress to come take our order. The patio furniture has seen better days. Time to retire & replace. Makes it look so run down. Come on now, they make enough money to buy some new furniture. Looks awful!! When we did finally get our drinks, it was a fabulous Cosmo. At least the bartender was amazing!! Management needs to get it together!!! read more

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We had a wonderful dinner there last night. Truly a great experience great food great service and a fabulous view inside and out. We will definitely be back. I would highly recommend the Wagyu fried rice to share with the table. It's amazing. read more

Food was awesome. Service was excellent. Modern upscale ambience. Came for Valentine's celebration. Will also come back with friends. read more

The food was delicious, we ordered some sushi rolls and some cocktails and all was delicious! Our server Meeko was extraordinary!! She was so polite and attentive, always checking up on us. Super sweet! The place is very pretty and the view is great! read more

Hestia Rooftop - Hono Tai Cocktail - Asian Fusion Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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The best!!! Go sit at the bar at Hestia! Kitty, Cam and John will take great care of you. Every recommendation has exceeded expectation. This is our new favorite spot. Best ambiance around. read more

Hestia had been on my list of places to try but had not made it. I was delighted to find that my friend made reservations for my birthday this past Sunday. Miko was our server and she was so pleasant, checked in often and had great conversation with us. The restaurant slow because it was on a Sunday I assume but appreciated that since we were able to sit a while and enjoy ourselves. The manager was also onsite and checked on us a couple of times. We ordered the wagyu Carpaccio and Japanese curry crab dip to start. The Carpaccio topped with caviar melted in your mouth. I will say that there are only three pieces in this dish so would suggest not sharing as it's that good. The crab dip was chef's kiss. We then ordered the Interactive Yakiniku grill and Wagyu fried rice. We enjoyed the cuts of meet and the interactive experience. The fried rice had great flavor. The Espresso martini was also great and well balanced. Miko then brought out a Yuzu crème brûlée with a candle for me to blow out and a Ube dessert on the house. Crème brûlée is my favorite dessert and had never had a Yuzu flavor. The tartness mixed with the burnt sugar was amazing. In conclusion, we had a amazing experience. Not only is the restaurant gorgeous and aesthetically pleasing, the food and service was amazing. I will definitely be back and look forward especially to warmer weather to enjoy the rooftop. Thank you for making my day special Hestia! read more

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Service was outstanding--our server was knowledgeable, attentive, and made great recommendations. Whether you're here for a romantic date night, a celebration, or just a night out with friends, Hestia delivers an unforgettable experience. If you're in Charlotte and looking for a spot that combines amazing food, stunning views, and a lively yet sophisticated atmosphere, Hestia Rooftop is the place to be. Highly recommend! read more

Ambiance is good. However, food is decent at best and horribly overpriced. But I think this place is mainly targeted bankers and financial people who don't know any better. read more

Date night was a fantastic experience! Reservations for Friday night, we were asked if we preferred indoor/outdoor. Other restaurants, outdoors tables needs reservations in advance but we were able to pick- that was a plus! Christine was lovely and took great care us. We ordered OystersSpider Roll, Potatoes and Salmon. No complaints, food was delicious! Great place for Date night, girls night out. Will def come back. read more

Hestia Rooftop - Tenuta Sant'anna Prosecco Brut, Italy NV Tenuta Sant'anna Prosecco Brut, Italy NV - Asian Fusion Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Today was the GRAND OPENING of HESTIA MODERN ASIAN ROOFTOP! I was so excited to attend this event because of my fascination with rooftop restaurants and bars! This new cozy and posh rooftop restaurant located on the 16th floor has it all. The vibes are definitely here with the panoramic views, fully stocked bar and steak & seafood pairings. Ambiance: This is THE NEW place for a nice dinner date, late night conversations, meet-ups over cocktails and shared meals. The aesthetics here are beautiful with plush furniture, burning flames, dim lights and romantic scenes. Drinks: A Twist on classics cocktails, wines and craft beers! Everything I tried was differently top tier. Food: This restaurant offers continental Asian cuisine, ultra-fresh seafood, humanely raised meats and desserts showcasing traditional recipes prepared by amazing, talented chefs. This will definitely be the talk of the town when it opens. We have already booked our next girls night here for next month. Enjoy read more

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We came here after a birthday party at the game show place upstairs. Upon entering the restaurant, the hostess was not friendly at all. We had cake that was leftover from the birthday party which we were not going to eat here. The hostess told us it would be a $35 cake cutting fee. We explained that this was not going to be eaten - it was just the leftovers that we had with us. We asked if we could just store it somewhere and she refused and said we would have to pay the $35 fee to bring it in or we had to go put it in our car. We wound up asking the bartender to hold the cake for us, which they happily did. Our waitress - Kelly F was no better. She was not friendly at all, was not helpful in answering our questions, and made several sarcastic remarks to us which were not appreciated. I had asked what kind of bourbon they had and she asked me which one I was looking for. I named a few and she went to check to see if they had them. They did not have what I requested, so I asked for another, which they did have. For my second drink, I asked if they had a few more bourbons and she went and checked. They did not have them. Then she said she would bring me a bourbon list. Why did she not offer me a list of bourbons the first time I asked her what they had? She genuinely couldn't be bothered to help us. I guess since we were a table of 6, she was guaranteed her 20% gratuity, so being hospitable wasn't a priority to her. On a $400 tab, had I received the level of service that one would expect from such a nice place, she would have made out well above that 20%. In short, the food was good, but there are several other good sushi restaurants in the area where you receive far better service. When spending top dollar for a meal, you would like to feel like your business is valued. Unfortunately, we felt more like a burden on our waitress than anything. For that reason, I will not be returning here. read more

I love the ambiance, it's good whether you're inside or out on the balcony. Our waiter made great food recommendations. Food and service were top notch! read more

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We finally snagged reservations at Hestia and it was worth the wait. The food and drinks were all delicious, and the amazing view and service were an added bonus! What we ordered: - multiple cocktails, can't even remember all the names - Oxtail potstickers (a must!) - Hestia sushi roll topped with seared wagyu and truffle (omg! So flavorful) - Wagyu Ribeye sandwich (wow! Looks small but packs a punch) - Miso cod (light and flaky) - Spiced rum grilled pears (sweet and crunchy) So glad we sampled several different plates! Looking forward to coming back to try the Chef's experience. Want more food tips? Follow me on IG: Alli_wantisfood read more

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Great food and service. Toni, our waitress was superb. We were celebrating a birthday and it exceeded expectations.

Who does not love a rooftop? I had my eye on this place for a while chose to celebrate my birthday here. The restaurant and views were beautiful. The food presentation was satisfying as well. I was not pleased with short rib fried rice. It should be called egg fried rice. read more

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Loved the view. Great service and we enjoyed everything we ordered. Returned and had another great experience! read more

Hestia Rooftop - Asian Fusion Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

First time visiting Hestia rooftop. This place has probably the best rooftop bar view in Charlotte. Great ambiance, great location, and a good crowd. Plenty of drink options. I think this place is a gem. I was a bit concerned about the staff being on their cell phones while working and I do hope this rooftop continues to attract a good crowd and good workers Also, the smoking policy needs to be clarified. There was a guy vaping the entire time I was there and nobody said anything to him. read more

Hestia Rooftop - Asian Fusion Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Stopped by to have a causal dinner, and I was served the best Chirashi of the year! If you love authentic sushi, this is the best sushi place in Charlotte. read more

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My actual email to the restaurant. I received no response so I am posting 4 days later. Hey guys, I am writing you first before leaving a review somewhere because we ate in your restaurant tonight and it was not good. In fact, our entire party left feeling unimpressed and like we wasted our money. Under the conditions we experienced tonight, we would not be coming back and would steer people away. I am actually hopeful there is something you can do for us to get us to come back and try again. Here were the primary drivers of our very poor experience- 1- service- our waitress was pushy and tried upselling us at every visit to the table. It was almost as if we were on her schedule and her visits were frequent and awkward. The time to get drinks was super slow. We had a party of 6 and were hit with an automatic 20% gratuity at the end of the night that was never disclosed. That was unexpected, not appropriate and not a standard practice. This was very poor service for an upscale restaurant. We go out as a group all the time and this was a poor experience. 2- drinks- inconsistent pours. They varied a lot from one to the next. Quite expensive for that to be the case. In fact, I ordered an old fashioned (actually 2) and when I got the bill, there was a $36 charge and a $6 charge. When I asked about this, I was told the $36 was for the makers mark and the $6 was to make the drink. This was one of the weirdest and most awkward moments of the night. I'm not sure I believe the explanation but if that is accurate, it's strange. No other restaurant I have ever visited (and I entertain people for a living) has ever charged me like that. 3- food- the steaks were awful. It was prob the worst steak I have ever had in a restsurant and everyone that got steak agreed. They were small, thin (def not prime) and not seasoned. They are priced way too high for this to be the case. Several people came by and asked how the food was and none of us could even answer. I cannot stress to you enough that this is a big problem if you're looking to get people back. I think it would be a mistake to not acknowledge that you have a beautiful restaurant and the ambiance was fantastic. We were very excited when we got off the elevator after arriving. This is why it's so disappointing to send you this email. We had high hopes for your restaurant as we often go to uptown for a good meal. We just can't come back and drop another $1200 to risk the same experience we just had. I would not send this email if things were even ok. We are rooting for you to be successful for several reasons but hopefully you will listen to this feedback. I look forward to hearing back from you. read more

Very good food and great service. Very expensive for what it is, but still glad we went! Really beautiful roof top bar and good atmosphere. read more

Hestia Rooftop - Sushi and Miso Chilean Sea Bass* - Asian Fusion Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Service was great. The ambiance is perfect for date night or business meeting. Drinks are unique, fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend. Spectacular city views. read more

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Wow - super thrilled to see this new addition to Ballantyne. Brace yourself for the prices, it's not cheap but it's delicious!!! We all ordered something different (filet mignon, sushi & sea bass). The filet had the most delectable cauliflower & truffle mash accompaniment - the sushi was fresh and tasty and that sea bass - melted in your mouth. Honestly though, the apps were the show stoppers! The waygu tacos were tasty and crispy and the potstickers were the best we've EVER had. It was a shredded meat and the sauce they were sitting in was good enough to lick from the plate. Service was awesome & our waiter went above and beyond to care for our young teen's birthday (cookies & a tasty fudge dessert) we didn't have any of the fancy cocktails but we watched them get delivered all around us! We'll be back not maybe not immediately as our bank account will need to recover...... can't imagine how much worse it'd have been if we did imbibe! read more

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This place is horrible! Well. Let me be clear. Food is amazing and most of the staff is as well. The "so called " manager which I find hard to believe gave me the worst greeting and was very disrespectful. I truly hate to leave this review. But that type of management should not be tolerated. My business associates and I eat here just about every quarter. We will no longer do so and I truly hope true upper management takes action on this. I'm also a member of Charlottes HTA (Hospitality Tourism Association) as a corporate sponsor. I will use every connection possible to publicly let this experience be known. Btw. When I called and wanted to speak to someone else, she hung up on me. Awesome service! NOT read more

Decided to give this place a try since it's much closer than going uptown. The ambiance was nice, decorations, lighting, outdoor area were all great and wonderful service as well. We started off with a couple of cocktails that were decent along with a sushi as appetizer. I can't remember which one exactly, but it was delicious. As for dinner, I ordered the filet mignon with the regular sides which included the scalloped potatoes, asparagus, and carrots. Prior to my food arriving, I noticed my knife was filthy. I notified the server and he was extremely apologetic but, it was unfortunate. My meal arrived and the presentation was great, but my steak was overcooked and under seasoned. I worked in the restaurant business in my previous life so I don't send my food back to the kitchen. The scalloped potatoes were too hard for my own taste and the other veggies were similarly bland. My husband ordered the lobster meal and unfortunately, he was extremely disappointed and not impressed. The lobster was bland and it came it came with tuna wrapped in cucumber? Whatever it was, it wasn't good. We paid and sat at the bar and had about 4 cocktails. The strawberry mojito was delicious. We're ones that don't mind paying prices for good food, but, in my opinion this wasn't worth the cost. We've had better quality food elsewhere, read more

I ordered few starters from the menu and l liked fried rice and kazan roll except 2 shimps. Cocktails were good, veiw was super nice. Overall this is a good place to go out. read more

Delicious food, and beautiful setting. Had good service. My food selection met my expectations- deliciously prepared

Beautiful restaurant we had given a 5 star to just over a year ago, but unfortunately, it has gone significantly down hill. The view is still amazing and drinks are good, but the service was slow, our potstickers came out burnt, the Wagyu meatballs were over seasoned, and three of the six dishes we ordered we all agreed where not very good. Our mac and cheese came out after were were almost done with our meal and it was dry. Food is a 2 star (no one got sick) service was a 2 star at best. We still love the view, but that's about all the restaurant has kept up since opening. We do not intend to return again. read more

My friend and I dined here just as a little get together for us. It was fantastic. The restaurant itself is gorgeous and the vibes are top-tier. We had two servers and they were both fantastic as well. If I'm remembering correctly, it was Birkin and Amanda. They were both very attentive and caring. now on the food and drinks.... they knocked out of the park. I feel like it's very rare to go to a restaurant and every single item that you order be great and that is what I experienced here. I ordered the Wagyu meatballs and the short rib dumplings. I can't wait to come back again. I think for my drink I had the geisha which was also very good. 10/10!!!! read more

Hestia Rooftop - Shortrib & Tokyo Negi Potstickers Wagyu Meatballs* - Asian Fusion Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I walked in at 10:30 PM, well before closing at midnight, and was seated by a hostess. I then sat for 20 minutes without anyone acknowledging me--not even a simple offer of water. No server ever came by, so I ended up getting up and leaving without a word from anyone. The space itself is beautiful, but unfortunately, the experience was completely overshadowed by the lack of service. It's a shame such a nice place is brought down by poor hospitality. read more

Lively restaurant with good sushi and nice rooftop view of the Uptown skyline at night. Service is good. Some nice cocktails as well. I have eaten at Hestia multiple times and have taken out-of-town guests from Miami, New York, Manhattan Beach, CA, and Columbus, OH, and they have all liked it. read more