We stopped by Bulla Gastrobar on a recent layover the Charlotte. It's in a mall, so drop off and…read morepickup was easy. It's a nice Spanish-themed cuisine restaurant, lots of tapas and Mediterranean cuisine. It was good! Decent cocktail and wine menus as well. We dined on muchas tapas... patatas bravas, lentil soup, Spanish meatballs, potato tortilla, gazpacho, just to name a few. All were good. Service was OK too. Typical mall restaurant where ceiling fixtures are crooked, burned out lightbulbs in many fixtures, dirty ceiling tiles. Food gave it 4 stars, the space itself is mediocre!

Their food is delicious, the ambience elegant. It's nice for a slacks occasion or a nice lunch or…read moredinner date. It has an amazing menu and prices were great! Service is excellent very well treated and even got a gift card on my birthday which it sadly expired :( but the experience was eternal and the gesture unforgettable. Highly recommended.

With its sexy, understated interior, impressive wine list and extensive menu of delicious Spanish…read moredishes, Miro might just be one of the best restaurants in South Charlotte for an intimate night out. And because it specializes in Tapas and shareable dishes, it's also a great spot to meet up with friends. But whoever you visit with, you'll leave with a new appreciation for Spanish cuisine and a strong desire to book your next dinner reservation as soon as possible. On a recent visit with friends, we started by ordering a wonderful selection of small plates to share: the savory Croquetas, the mouthwatering Empanadas, the Fried Calamari, and the Vieras a la Parmesana, a delicious dish of baked scallops. For my entree, I ordered a dish of the Seafood Paella, which was solid, but a bit underwhelming. The meal was paired with a wonderful bottle of Spanish Red, and a relatively decent Old Fashioned. We enjoyed Miro and will definitely plan another visit, but were honestly disappointed with the service. Our waiter wasn't exactly rude, but he was definitely impatient with our group as we tried to decide between the relatively unfamiliar selection of small plates and entrees. It won't stop us from coming back, but we might spend a little more time reviewing the menu online before arriving.

My family had a really nice experience at Miró! We came in on a Monday with a reservation, but it…read morewasn't packed so probably not needed. We came with our toddler, and they were very accommodating, asking if we preferred a booth or a table since we'd be clipping her high chair onto the table. Mood inside is dimly lit with Miró prints on the walls. A number of groups there that night were celebrating birthdays, so it was definitely a good vibe! We all ordered sangrias, 2 of the Miró (red) sangrias and 2 of the passion fruit (white, sparkling) sangrias. All were so delicious! Amongst the 4 of us, we split the paella de carne, gambas al ajillo, mejillones, and pulpo gallego - this was the perfect amount of food! The warm rolls they provided were so good on their own and even more amazing when dipped in the shrimp and mussel sauces. We ended the night with a flan, which was nice and caramel-y. Service was friendly, and they did speak Spanish, which was a bonus for us. I'll definitely be returning and recommending to others!

Super yummy food! Meat was cooked perfectly. The starter…read morewas delicious, shrimp was also cooked perfectly. Pernil (roasted pork) mofongo was great. So flavorful. Margarita was very strong and only $8 Big parking lot for easy parking

Not sure what happened at Punta Cana, but it's giving new management... because the difference is…read morereal. It used to be hit or miss, but lately? Consistently GOOD. Flavor is there, food is fresh, and it's finally not disappointing me anymore. Whatever changed... keep that energy No sé qué pero en Punta Cana definitivamente cambió algo... y me encanta De verdad parece que hay nueva administración entrenando a los chefs (cocineros), porque la diferencia ¡se siente en el paladar! Antes era inconsistente, pero ahora la comida está BUENA, BUENISIMA con sabor, fresca y con ese toque dominicano que hacía falta. Que sigan así, porque por fin Punta Cana ya no me está decepcionando. ¡Voy a regresar!

Everything about Pio Pio is a 10 out of 10! The service was beyond lovely - friendly, super…read moreattentive, and service was fast. Restaurant was beautifully decorated and clean. Everything we ate was incredibly delicious and so authentic. We ordered a ton of food for our table (most not pictured here because we ate so fast!). Notable the tostones, calamari, the chicken, and yuca...all absolutely amazing. We also ordered pollos soltado to go for a family member who raved it was the best they had since moving to this area.

Pio's restaurant has gotten a facelift and it's even better than it was in the past! The score has…read moreincreased to 99, the seating has been updated and the food is still delicious--maybe even better! We went on a Saturday afternoon and enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and attentive service. Our meal was excellent as it has consistently been, especially since the changes have been made to the restaurant. I want to make sure that I mention the cleanliness of the women's bathroom. This is the second time in a row that I've used it and it is very well maintained. It's large, clean and odorless. It gives me an overall positive feeling about the restaurant, which adds to my comfort when we eat here. We love coming here. The prices are reasonable, the portion sizes are just right, and the servers are attentive and friendly. A great experience!!

My family and I visited El Puro Cuban Restaurant in Charlotte, NC, on our way home to Boston. We…read morewere impressed by the beautiful place, delicious drinks, and exquisite food. We're glad we found a piece of Cuba in North Carolina. Our servers were immaculate. P.S. Rabo Encendido & Margarita Buena Vista are a MUST-TRY!!!!!!

LOVED EL PURO!!! We had a variety of dishes from ceviche to short rib, empanadas, and skirt steak…read more Our food was BEYOND flavorful and the portions were generous for sharing and still some to take home. The ambiance was giving Cuban nightclub! It was dim lit, live music, dancefloor was jumping, drinks flowing...it was all a vibe. Definitely the place for a date, or a family gathering with adults and/or hanging out with a group of friends. I would not recommend trying to bring children (if that's even allowed). The service was also nice! Food came out in a timely manner after ordering and we were tended to at convenient times for drink refills and ensuring everything was ok with the table.

I have passed this spot many times and it's been on my list for awhile. I finally made it in…read moreyesterday with a friend and we had the perfect girl's night! We arrived around 7:30pm and sat inside at the bar because it was raining but they do have a nice outdoor area too. This is definitely a fancier venue, dimly lit but still cozy and inviting. Service was prompt and friendly. We started with drinks - a gin cocktail for my friend and a wine flight (Hello, Old Friend) for me. We both enjoyed, enough to get a second round (I opted for a full glass of the sparkling wine from the first flight). For tapas, we shared the meatballs, salmon, and broccolini. The first plate came out very quickly, less than 5 minutes, and was piping hot. They were delicious and there was plenty of sauce leftover for dipping bread. The broccolini and salmon were done perfectly as well. Everything was super flavorful and it was just the right amount of food for us. A little pricier, but definitely worth every dollar- this is a great place for date night or a special/celebratory occasion. @azfitfoodfun

Amazing ambiance, service, and most importantly food! Came on a Sunday night and it wasn't very…read morebusy, though other weekend nights definitely are. This is one of the best restaurants in the area, and a great option to take guests, friends/family, or a date to. Recs/what we got: - Tortilla 4.5/5: a staple, yummy. - Patatas bravas 5/5: my favorite! - Croquetas 4.5/5: my friends' favorite. - Hummus 4/5: the hummus was so tasty! They offered more chips to go with the extra dip for $1. - Spinach & chickpea 3.5/5: cool concept but was just ok - don't think I'd get again. - Paella (chicken, pork belly, etc.) 4.5/5: order these early because they take some time to come out! Very flavorful and delicious. - 3 half glass wine sampler: this was super special because they customize to what your preferences are and surprise you. Servers/managers were friendly, vibe was nice for a night out. Keep in mind it can get pretty loud when it's busy. I'll definitely be back to try more!

Our daughter lives in Charlotte, and this was the very first place she took us after picking us up…read morefrom the airport, one of her favorite spots in town. After one meal here, we understood why. Calle Sol has a cool laid back vibe, great service, strong mojitos, and food that absolutely delivers. The ceviche is the star for a reason. Super fresh with bright flavor, and the crispy plantains alongside it were the perfect seafood fish combo. The skinny spicy margarita with the tajín rim and mojitos were excellent too. Our favorite was the Cuban rice. Rich flavor with this aioli on top that made everyone at the table keep stealing bites from each other. The vaca frita (beef) had great flavor with crispy edges done right, and the banana tres leches dessert was flat out dangerous. Easily enough for three people unless your family has zero self control. We don't really have Cuban food like this back home, so this felt like a treat. Safe to say our daughter picked a winner. We'll definitely be back next trip to Charlotte.

The food was good. We had the fish and shrimp ceviche…read more The kids ordered the noodles with chicken and buttered noodles. My favorite was the shrimp ceviche. Service is table service. Ambiance is nice.

First time coming to this location and I love the ambiance the servers where friendly and helpful…read more We got a assortment of things like empanada de viento, corviche and arroz marinero.

I have visited this restaurant twice already. Management is polite and the ambiance is nice and not…read moreoverwhelming, which I appreciate. The food is good, homemade-like and the portions are adequate, although it did taste different on the second visit. I feel like the first time was much better than the second but the quality was still as fresh! You can also notice that at the kitchen window, the meals all come out at different times. The service is also slow and a little disorganized, so I recommend to stay patient when you visit. Overall, I will continue to come to enjoy their delicious, hard-to-find, Ecuadorian food! P.S. I was too focused on eating that I forgot to take pictures, so here are screenshots of a video that I sent to my family lol.