Service has always been good and food is delicious and at a good price point. The place is always…read morebusy but worth the trip.

Went to this place on a Friday night with a party six and you would have thought we asked them to…read moresacrifice their first born. Absolutely awful customer service and they were extremely rude when we questioned the added "gratuity"charge on our bill. The ramen was the worst ramen I had ever tasted. 99¢ ramen has more of a flavor profile than what they serve. I will give them two stars for the tofu appetizer and tasty cocktails. Wouldn't recommend if your party is larger than two.

We stopped in late evening, on our way to the Amherst area…read more Both my husband and I thought ramen would hit the spot. I'm a vegetarian and the language barrier was definitely a slight issue, since I didn't know how to express my likes and dislikes. It wound up being a bit of an issue for my husband too, since spicy foods aggravate his respiratory system. It was a circus show. Luckily we ordered fried tofu and that was absolutely amazingly delicious! They gave me some wasabi and I was in heaven. (I like heat...) The ramen broth was not very flavorful, but the noodles and veggies were nicely cooked. Servers were kind, even with the huge birthday party in the side room. Parking was a little sketchy. No lighting along the side of the building. Restaurant was clean, as were the loos. I think I'd try them again, if only for the tofu. Did I tell you how amazing the fried tofu was?!?!

Food was delicious! The service was timely and warm. Only issue I had with our experience was there…read morewas no back ground music or anything to give it a better ambiance.

Eh. Honestly I'm not a huge fan at this point and probably wouldn't be back. IMO the best Korean is…read moreBulpan if you can tolerate how expensive they are. Doma is just not my favorite. We had the tteokbokki with ramen and it was so spicy it was hardly edible. I can handle a decent amount of spice but it just tasted off. The tomato flavor was also overwhelming and tasted more like American red chili than any tteokbokki I've had before... we weren't a huge fan of this at all. My boyfriend got the bibimbap with beef. It's just okay but not memorable. Lots of veggies and virtually no rice which felt weird to us. The chicken meatballs we ordered as an appetizer came pounded flat and burnt. They were so dry they were almost inedible. The "aioli" they were served with had the consistency of water. It just would not stick to the meatballs. On the side we received a miso soup. I'm not really sure why I'm getting miso soup in a Korean restaurant... Overall I felt like the dishes were confusing, not as advertised, poorly cooked and prepared and a waste of our money. I wouldn't be back.

Food is decent! I got the beef bibimbap and thought it was good. It came with soup. I also tried…read morethe lychee soda, that was really refreshing!

Perfect date-night stop with another couple before a concert right down the block. The sushi was…read moredelicious and the wine impeccable, but our waiter deserves ALL the stars. Our friends were sushi novices, and he was incredibly knowledgeable and helped guide them toward selections they'd actually enjoy. The right waiter can make all the difference, and he absolutely elevated the entire experience. Great food, great wine, exceptional service!

First time eating sushi from Charlottesville and this was the place not to miss!…read more With a gorgeous interior, awkward entrance of a tight staircase leading to the main area, the ambiance was hot, modern, and elegant. Servers were attentive but could be more) We got the yellowtail w jalepeno, Rainbow roll, and a lychee martini. All tasted great and unique! Havent visited another sushi spot in town but this one def was a good spot to try!

My husband and I came here on a little date night during our hiking trip with the dogs back in…read moreOctober and had so much fun. We left the dogs at the Airbnb and drove over here for some sake and ramen and everything was amazing. We were seated right away and each got a handshake ~ sake style ~ and split an order of their wings. They were cooked perfectly and were SO flavorful. We each got a ramen - I got the Momo Chicken and my husband got the Mr. Spicy. We shared a little of the broth from each so we could try them both and they were equally delicious and very filling. Our server was friendly, checked on us often, and made sure we had plenty of water. We also got a couple of their bottles to-go so we could bring them back home to share with my sister and BIL. They are located in such a neat arts district with lots of other businesses and local art outside. They have a huge patio with different seating options and there is tons of parking. If we are ever back in VA we will stop in again.

So much fun! I had never heard of this concept before but it was delicious. Great sake and great…read moreramen. Would definitely come back if I lived closer!!! Staff was funny and super attentive!

I stopped by Black Cow for a solo dinner during happy hour, and it ended up being one of the best…read moremeals I've had in Charlottesville. I ordered the steak frites, and every bite was fantastic. The steak was cooked perfectly, the fries were crisp and flavorful, and even the horseradish crème fraîche was incredible. I'm usually not someone who gets excited about dipping sauces, but this one complemented the meal so well. The bartender was also outstanding. He recommended the chocolate mousse, saying he "could bathe in it." After trying it, I completely understood what he meant. It was rich, silky, and hands down one of the best chocolate mousses I've ever had. It was the perfect way to end the meal. Excellent food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere made this an easy five-star experience. I'll absolutely be back the next time I'm in Charlottesville.

My first visit to Black Cow Chophouse left me with mixed feelings. The ambience is beautiful and…read morehas a great upscale atmosphere, and I really appreciated the staff accommodating our request to move inside after we had originally reserved outdoor seating. The service was excellent throughout the meal. Our server, was absolutely lovely. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. She was one of the highlights of the experience. We started with the steak tartare. It was decent, but a little saltier than I would have preferred. My biggest complaint was that the accompanying bread wasn't brushed with butter or olive oil, which made it feel a bit dry and out of place alongside such a rich dish. One thing that was disappointing was the portioning of the shareable sides. The menu describes them as serving 3 to 4 people, but in our experience they were much more realistically sized for about two people. That was frustrating, especially given the overall price point. For our entrees, we ordered the ribeye, bavette, and New York strip. All of the steaks were cooked well, but I found them to be good rather than great, especially considering the price point. They just weren't particularly memorable. The ribeye, in particular, leaned a bit too far toward fatty rather than beautifully marbled, so there was more unrendered fat than I would have liked. The steak sauces were enjoyable, but they also didn't stand out in any significant way. They were well made, but nothing especially unique or memorable. Overall, I enjoyed the evening, the atmosphere, and the exceptional service. However, for a steakhouse at this price point, I expected to be more impressed by the food. Everything was solid, but nothing really wowed me or left me thinking, "I can't wait to come back." It is disappointing to have buyers remorse from such a nice restaurant.

We had a very good experience at Bang! Server was…read moreexperienced and very familiar with the menu, patient, and offered good recommendations. Our two issues were that she suggested 3 items/person and that was way too much food, and the food came almost all at once and not staggered. Drinks were great. Lots of variance on the menu. Menu offerings were very good and sizes were large. Our favorite items were the drunken noodles and the beef and broccoli. The second favorites were the ravioli and spring rolls. The firecracker shrimp was good but not a standout, and I can't remember the 6th item we ordered. Eating here was definitely a good experience. We will return...we just need to remember to order less.

The food is wonderful and the serving sizes are great!! Service was also wonderful. My server was…read morevery polite and attentive.

I came here for lunch with my friends after visiting a near by peach farm. We all loved the…read morelocation and the artwork outside. Inside the restaurant is beautifully decorated and very unique. We loved being able to choose from a wide selection of card and board games, we had fun playing a card game while waiting for our food. I ordered the Mr spicy ramen bowl which was good but not amazing, it kind of tasted like water with spicy flavor. My friends enjoyed their rice bowls. My one friend who is not a big fan of ramen ordered chicken wings and she stated that the flavor wasn't good and that it felt like she was eating rubber. The service was great and speedy, our waitress was very kind and helpful. I loved the fortune teller experience at the end with the little cat who gives you a fortune. We all had lots of fun here.

I went in to get a to go Ramen order cause I was feeling under the weather. I love the ambiance,…read morelots of cute little things to see. The man who helped me was friendly and helpful I love the to go containers that separate the noodles and egg from the broth so they stay at the right texture. The broth is rich and delicious perfection.

This is hands down the best Korean restaurant in Cville. Not even close…read more I may be cheating a little bit because I've been here prior to this review and have some preconceived notions about how good the food was here. But to be completely honest my partner in crime was not enamored by the experience. I may have a little bit of trouble convincing them to come back. On a separate note though, the mixed drinks here are fabulous. And our sever was excellent, even if she did trick me into ordering more drinks.

One of my favorite places in downtown Charlottesville. Super fresh food and great service. A friend…read moreand I stopped in about 30 minutes before they closed and the staff was more than accommodating. They served our drinks and lunch without rushing us. The yuzu ginger tea is absolutely fantastic. My favorite table is the booth in the front window so you can watch the Main Street foot traffic as you dine in!

Stopped by for a late lunch with my family on a hot summer day. The AC inside was broken, so we…read moreordered takeout. I got a katsu curry rice plate and my father got the chicken katsu with coleslaw. The food was prepared in average time (around 10-15 minutes, nothing crazy) and we took it home. The food itself tasted very good. The katsu chicken was crispy and the curry, though thin, was flavorful and delicious. However, both my father and I suffered symptoms of food poisoning later in the day and into the next. I think it is reasonable to guess that this was spurred by the lack of AC in the kitchen, which may have led to improper food handling. I will not be back, but I know people who swear by this place and have never had this experience. I would caution others to try it in the cooler months.

I enjoyed the food here! I got the chicken tonkatsu plate with cucumber salad and macaroni salad,…read moreand I tried some of the mochiko chicken. The mochiko chicken was good, and was pretty juicy. I enjoyed the mochiko sauce that came with it. The tonkatsu was crispy and not dry. But I felt like the sauce could've been sweeter for my taste. The macaroni salad was pretty good, and I liked the cucumber salad. I thought the portion size was good for the price. I would definitely come back again, and would probably go here somewhat often if it was near where I lived!