Came by for brunch and had a wonderful time. We sat on the patio which is perfect for people watching on the Rail Trail. There are also heaters but we didn't need them today. Our server, Ricardo, was great. He was so friendly and checked on us just the right amount. On to the food. We shared four starters - French toast, empanadas, ceviche, and tostadas. Everything was really tasty. My only recommendation is to get the tamarind sauce on the side for the tostadas as it was quite strong. We will be back to try the dinner menu! read more

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The main reason I'm giving this place 2 stars is because 6/8 roasted chicken dishes came out under cooked for our dinner party...I'm talking so under cooked that when you cut into the chicken, it gushed blood. Needless to say, we sent that one plate back (they did bring us out a free appetizer to make up for it) but everyone else ate around the raw looking parts on their chickens and didn't want to send their plates back bc the dish took around 30-35 minutes to cook. My dish (the fried rice one) was actually pretty good, I personally had no complaints. Our waiter was nice and the cocktails were good. However, for the outrageous prices and the fact that majority of it was RAW, I would never return sadly. For those prices, I personally don't think you should have this type of experience. read more

We loved our dinner at Muraya last weekend!!! We went for Queen's Feast and were impressed all around. It's a HUGE restaurant with a very fun interior, and the live Colombian music really added to the eclectic vibe. The service was good - our waitress was definitely busy with lots of tables, but she was still attentive and really sweet. Everything we ordered was a hit in our opinions - we started with the shredded beef croquetas and the mini arepas (amazing flavors on both), then my husband got the arroz frito for his - entree (complex flavors with a nice fried egg on top) and I had the pulpo (charred and crispy/chewy at the same time and served on a really yummy yuca puree - reminded us of being in Spain!). We shared the flan for dessert - it was somehow both super rich and perfectly light/fluffy. Big fan of everything we got! I don't know a ton about Colombian food, but I have heard from others and read in some reviews that Muraya's offerings veer away from the traditional fare. To me, that is totally fine - it tastes amazing and the space is super fun! We will definitely be back. read more

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Service - Ricky is awesome person knows the menu made great food and cocktail recommendations. read more

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My hubby and I took a good friend to Muraya on her birthday. Parking wasn't too bad, but be prepared to pay for parking in the lot adjacent to the restaurant. Upon entry, we noticed a well decorated restaurant. We went for brunch on a Saturday. It was not crowded at all. We started out with drinks. The hubby and I ordered the Baru, made with Whiskey, coconut cream, clarified coconut milk and other ingredients. Our friend ordered the Alpinito de la casa. The Baru was very good. Our friend stated that the Alpinito de la casa was great as well. It came time to order our food. We started out with the mini arepas. It comes with three, which was perfect for our group size. They came out fairly quick. They were delicious. I wanted more but I didn't want to be too greedy. Next we ordered our entrees. asked for a recommendation between it and the Lomo Saltado. I ordered the Calentado Criollo per the waitress suggestion. My hubby ordered the Ube Pancakes, and our friend ordered the Hamburguesa Barranquillera. My food came out very quick, within 5-10 minutes of ordering it, but no one else in my group received their food. So, ai waited before eating it. 5 minutes later, my hubby's food came out and then about another 5-8 minutes went by before our friend received her food. By the time I started eating my food, it was cold. I did not care for the crispy chicharron but everything else was good. My hubby absolutely loved the Ube Pancakes, and our friend loved her hamburger. Finally, they brought is some fried corn kernals. I actually liked them. It tasted like unsweetened Smacks cereal. Overall service was good. Muraya earned a solid 4. I just wish the food came out together and not separately. read more

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We ordered the Short Rib Sandwich and the Calentado Criollio from the brunch menu. The food was presented nicely, but I think a little overpriced. The sandwich tasted good, I'd give it a 3.5/5. The Calentado Criollio was quite bland (2.5/5). Inside of Muraya is pretty and dimly lit for the ambiance. Would be a nice atmosphere for dinner. The service was average. Parking is difficult in the area (it is clt). There's a lot next to the restaurant but it's expensive. Otherwise you can find 2hr paid street parking and walk to the restaurant. read more

Muraya - Calentado Criollo & Short Rib Sandwich - Bars Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Pretty awful experience at Muraya. 7 of us ate here early on new years eve (6pm early). It was not listed that there would be a limited menu but only 4 apps and 6 entrees were offered. One of the entrees was out of stock - not sure how that was possible for a special NYE menu when we were some of the first few people seated for dinner. This place is also colombian / latin american and the entrees were short rib (out of stock), a pork chop, two ravioli dishes, and two snapper dishes. Very strange selection. There was a seafood and a vegetarian ravioli offered on the menu - two people ordered the ravioli and their plates had half seafood half vegetarian fillings. Luckily we don't have any allergies but not sure how you can mix that up. The entrees were spaced out so much so that the last person was served their ravioli entree 90 minutes after the first person was served theirs. We received one entree every 20 minutes or so, no one was able to eat together. I'd understand that for tapas but there were 3 of the same entree ordered and they were spaced out by a full hour. Then the check came and they had the audacity to apply an automatic 22% service charge. Industry standard is 20%. The service was horrible, we had our tiny water glasses filled twice in the 2 hours we were there. No comp for the messed up entrees. Definitely will not return here and will not recommend this to any of our friends. read more

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My friend celebrated her birthday here over the weekend, and is was my first time! We sat outside as a larger group and I opted for a sushi roll although I'd love to try the tapas one day! I went with the Barranquilla roll which wasn't bad. I wish they had more roll options without cream cheese though. I added a side of yucca Parmesan fries which I enjoyed, especially with the cilantro aioli. I also snagged a bite of the chicken add-on from the salad and it was honestly so crispy and juicy. The interior looked nice when I walked through it so it looks like a nice place to have a date or occasion. Our server was a young Latina lady and very sweet. They also had a photographer come to take our photo but we never heard back from her about getting them. I heard they were $20 (although with a frame) and I really wish that places would either just show you a digital copy or price them more affordably so people would actually buy them to avoid a ton of waste. I'd consider coming back for tapas or brunch! read more

The server was great- pleasant and knowledgeable. The vibe was lively! There was a duo playing an assortment of Colombian music. The mojito was excellent, even if I couldn't taste the "tamarind air" that the menu listed. We got the Bocaditos Muraya which was an assortment of items from their appetizers to share. It was substantial and at $45 more than enough for two. The oxtail risotto balls were disappointing - I had one tiny piece of meat and none of that oxtail flavor. The chicken was crispy and well seasoned. The chorizo tostado was disappointing as was the crispy pork belly "sushi". My friend tried the salmon taco thingy but was underwhelmed. I also tried the limonada de coco, expecting it to taste like the yummy beverage I'd had in Colombia. This was super thick and not very flavorful at all. I did sub out the gin for rum, but it just didn't hit like the mojito did. The pan de bono was yummy - even if a bit pricey- $15 for 4 flat rolls a bot smaller than a burger bun served with some cream cheese guava icing. I had high hopes for Muraya - it seems the go-to for celebrating because the band broken out into Spanish & English Happy Birthday songs no less than 6 times while we're there. read more

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Talk about a unique dining experience! Some people criticize the Charlotte night life scene claiming that it is all corporate and sterile. I disagree, but I do understand why some people feel there is a lack of culture in this rapidly developing financial hub. So when a restaurant comes around that really goes all out to give an authentic and unique experience for patrons, one where you feel you have left the city and been transported to a far away country, it is really appreciated and noticed. Muraya is such a place. Located right off the Bland Street Station, you will find this gorgeous Columbian inspired ode to Latin American food and culture. The first thing that stood out to me was the decor. It was stunning and with the low lights it provided a wonderful energetic ambiance. Second thing is live music! We went on a Saturday night and even while dinner service was still going on, there was a traditional band playing while people occupied the dance floor! As someone with zero dancing skills I could only watch in appreciation for the talent and the general exuberance I saw. Just people having a good time. They had an impressive cocktail menu, but me personally I stuck to beer that night so I cannot comment. They certainly looked tasty. Finally the food. Our table sampled a few dishes including oxtail arancini, some mini arepas, the sirloin steak, and even some sushi as well (I have only recently begun to learn about the fusions between Latin American food and sushi and how it is becoming a culinary phenomenon). Over all this was a wonderful experience and made for a memorable evening. We would certainly recommend for parties, date nights, or even if you want to sit at the bar and listen to some music. I hope Charlotte continues to support restaurants that provide experiences like this. read more

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We always walked by this place and finally decided to try it. It's been my favorite place in Charlotte so far! Our absolute favorite dish was the Paisa bowl. It was so unique and the chicharron was so crispy and flavorful. Also, it's bigger than it looks. We also loved the cornmeal crusted chicken app. We could have probably passed on the salad in hindsight- there wasn't anything particularly special about it. The steak sushi wasn't my favorite but it was beautiful to look at. Surprised that this place wasn't fuller on a weeknight! read more

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Open space, good for dates or parties or a drink at the bar. The cocktails are delicious; they even use lulo as their citrus of choice so they're light and refreshing. Highly recommend anything with lulo in it. Ate at the bar on a Saturday night since we did not make a reservation. The service is great, very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Ordered the snapper - fish is cooked well. Nothing special but food overall have fair pricing, especially being in south end area. read more

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Food and service are great. The noise / music is WAY too loud. Maybe that's the vibe, but not for us, u fortunately.

Giving 4 stars here because they do not quite hit the mark that their other restaurant, El Puro, does. Again, atmosphere is very nice. Food options for me, on this menu, were not as appealing as the El Puro menu. It's also a bit more open and not as private. Decor is leaving a little to be desired. Overall, we will dine here again, but they can do better, as seen at their other location. read more

The vibe on a Friday night is so fun! A step up from your typical restaurant with live music and people dancing. Drinks were a little slow but the food was fast and amazing. They do have a photographer that comes around to take pics and will sell them to you. That part seems a little touristy but didn't bother us. I definitely will be back to try out brunch. read more

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This spot absolutely has a great atmosphere! Just a quick note: you'll need to pay for parking. There are both indoor and outdoor seating options available. My friend and I chose to sit at the bar, where we enjoyed excellent service from the bartender. We ordered a drink and the mushroom ravioli with crab meat, which was undeniably a perfect 10 out of 10! My friend's son also had a dessert that left him amazed. We will certainly return! read more

Muraya - Bars Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I was in Charlotte for work and decided to try this place out since the pictures looked incredible. This place absolutely did not disappoint. The ambiance is beautiful, it was dimly lit but plenty of candles/lamps so absolutely my vibe. The day I went they happened to have $10 cocktails, and the server recommended the pistachero, which is like an espresso martini but with a pistachio flavor which was delicious. The menu has a lot of variety and even includes sushi. The dishes the server recommended were mainly pork dishes and I don't eat red meat, but he recommended the paisa bowl and swapping out their chicharron for their fried chicken (which worked out since I was eyeing their fried chicken appetizer) and it was incredible. The plantain risotto was my favorite part of the dish and the fried chicken was so tasty as well. The server was very friendly and helpful, and all in all this was a great experience. Will definitely check this place out again when I return to Charlotte! read more

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Muraya is a beautiful space. It's a little dimly lit so just know that reading the menu may be an issue. They have live music also which was great. Our waiter was nice enough and was able to explain everything but seemed a little short on patience. They have a lady walking around taking pictures so unless you plan to purchase, it may be better not to waste her time. The food was pretty good. The yucca Parmesan fries were a standout. Definitely order those. We had the mini arepas with a tasty lump crab salad with dill, chipotle aioli, celery, pickled onions. The table enjoyed the Colombian sliders as well. They consist of brisket, short rib & chuck angus patties, sunny quail egg, sharp cheddar, pickled onions, and colombian tartar on a potato bun. All in all it's a nice place and I'd probably go back for the ambiance and to try a few more dishes/larger plates. read more

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This place is really good. I went for data with my wife and the environment is welcoming and fancy. The service was really good it was a little busy but the staff manage to treat us well. The food is amazing! Great representation of Colombian food with a unique twist. I had a blast in the restaurant . Im definitely going to be a regular in here read more

Muraya - Barranquilla sushi , Chicharrón naranjaillo Campesino short rib - Bars Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

If you have another option, go with that. I came to this restaurant on a Tuesday night for dinner with a friend. We had a reservation for 6pm and arrived around 6:10. The restaurant was mostly empty except for one large party and a few people at the bar. We previewed the menu beforehand so we had a few ideas of what we were interested in having. The server came to greet us and shared cocktails were $10 so we both ordered a mojito. My friend really had her heart set on ordering the red snapper (while I really wanted the branzino because that's what the online menu had). Well to our disappointment they didn't have any red snapper (or branzino ) just salmon. For appetizers We asked about the arepas versus the empanadas and ultimately went with chicken empanadas, Brussels sprouts, arroz frito and the streak. The mojitos were quite sour but for $10 we didn't complain. I was really shocked when I cut into the empanadas and they were beef, the server nonchalantly shrugged and said they ran out of chicken. The Brussels were ok but the white sauce on top was too heavy. The arroz frito was just bad. It was bland, the and chicharron was flavorless fat. I asked for a hot sauce of some kind and I was given a sweet chili and verde cream (neither was spicy and both were cold). The steak had a ring of fat around the perimeter and had no flavor. The server didn't come to check on us during the meal. We decided that we were done and then he strolled over and asked if we wanted boxes. I shared my concerns with him and he said that's how things were supposed to be. I asked for the manager who came over, but wasn't apologetic about our unpleasant experience. He brought the bill and didn't so much as even offer to comp the uneaten rice or empanadas. We paid and then he offered a free dessert. My friend wanted the molten lava brownie ... the presentation was great but the actual brownie itself wasn't warm, it was quite dry and there were tons of blueberries tucked inside. Muraya was very a disappointing dining experience and nothing like traditional Colombian cuisine. I do not recommend this restaurant. read more

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Amazing ambiance and super helpful staff. Our server Ricky from Costa Rica was a wealth of knowledge about the menu and his recommendations were perfect. Highly recommend trying Muraya. We had the New York strip and the red snapper. All perfect. The empanadas were delicious. The yellowfin tuna sushi was okay but not our favorite. Overall we had an amazing dinner. read more

Muraya has so much potential but they won't survive if they don't improve their standard of service. My friend and I went for dinner last Thursday night and the restaurant wasn't even a quarter full. Regardless, no one acknowledged us until we flagged down a server after 15 mins. The food and drinks were really good, so I hope they do better. Everything we tried was so yummy: pear salad, tartar, ceviche, octopus. The sushi wasn't my favorite though bc I've never liked cream cheese in rolls. I was excited to try the desserts but when we flagged our server and asked for a dessert menu, she said the kitchen was closed (this was before 9:30pm!). No one warned of us of this or checked to see if we wanted anything else. I was looking forward to trying their desserts and was doubly disappointed when then they brought out dessert for three parties afterwards. The ambiance was fine. The decor is a little tacky but the live music was nice. It was super loud so not a place for a conversational dinner. They also turned up the lights around 9:30pm to hurry people up I guess. Like I said, service was not up to par. read more

Recommendation if you go to the restaurant, be very careful with the bills because I went with some friends and there was nothing good about it. Mainly, they overcharged me and by giving the waitress 18 percent of the tips, she charged me more and that's not done. You pay for parking to get to the restaurant and by the way, the food is bad, it seems like it was breakfast. Order rice with chicken. I didn't like the chicken, it was raw. read more

This is a beautiful restaurant inside and out! I love the seating, the bar area and the live music! This place can be a vibe with the right people. It The menu is simple, staff is blah, service is below average but the food is great! read more

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I came with some friends for a birthday brunch on a Sunday afternoon. The restaurant was gorgeous and the ambiance with the music was very nice! The staff were very welcoming and friendly. Our waitress was amazing; she gave great recommendations and was extremely friendly. Our waitress recommended some drinks based on our likes and dislikes. I had the brunch margarita which was pretty good. If you like tequila and drinks that aren't too sweet then i definitely recommend it! My friend has a mimosa and it came with a cute rubber ducky! Now for the food... i was somewhat disappointed to be honest. I'm a pescatarian so there wasn't many options i could choose from but I'm sure their regular menu has a lot more variety; unfortunately they only served off that brunch menu until 4pm so i didn't have a choice. I ended up getting the huevos parceros which was ok; it needed a little seasoning for sure. It's also a starter so it wasn't very big. We also got the ceviche which tasted good but a pretty small serving for the price. The ube pancakes were interesting. The waiter brought it out and poured the syrup on top which was a cute little addition. It was extremely sweet though so i recommend if you like dessert and brunch in one. We also got the short rib sandwich which i couldn't taste but both of my friends said it was delicious. We also saw them serve 'shots on fire' and that came with a lit up birthday sign and the staff singing. It was very cool to see. I wouldn't mind revisiting for their dinner menu to see if there's a difference with the food but as far as their brunch goes, it wouldn't be my first choice. read more

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I can only speak for brunch at Muraya. It was good. Not straight up Colombian food, but would say they put a little hint of Colombian influence here and there in their dishes. Arroz Frito was a great dish, that rice will have you coming back! (of course, that dish is not pictured because it was gone pretty fast lol). But all other apps and dishes were great to share for brunch. We will be back to give their dinner a try. read more

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This restaurant was decorated beautifully and had a very classy vibe. It wasn't too crowded for brunch, so we were able to walk in. I was excited to try out this place out because of the unique fusion menu inspired by Colombian cuisine! Onto the food! We started with the Tostada Francesca to split. This had a unique blend of citrusy and sweet flavors featured in a crunchy french toast. For our entrees, we got the Ube Pancakes, the Hamburguesa Barranquillera, the Chicken and Waffle Tacos, and the Calentado Criollo. The Ube Pancakes were rich and fluffy and were paired with a delicious condensed milk syrup. This was such an incredible sweet brunch treat and I would come back just to eat this! The Hamburguesa Barranquillera featured a delicious patty situated between a ton of fun toppings-- the most exciting being the sweet plaintains and the carmelized pinneaple. It was a perfect blend of savory and sweet. The Calentado Criollo was a giant bowl of a ton of individual items, the best of which was the chorizo and the arepas. It was fun to try everything individually and then combine them for some fun bites! Lastly, the Chicken and Waffle Tacos, which honestly I don't recommend. The portion was significantly smaller than the other entrees, and it was yummy, but it left us still hungry. The food presentation was seriously a 10/10 too-- everything came out looking so beautiful! Overall, I am glad I was able to try this place out. Something that stood out to me was how attentive and nice the employees are. The bar also looked so pretty with the backlighting and tied in well with all of the sleek decor. I would love to come back and try this place out for dinner or when there is live music! read more

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I was excited to try Muraya as it has great reviews and the food on social media looks amazing. A group of 9 of us went for brunch this weekend and were quite underwhelmed. This group is really not full of people to complain, but there were several things that were off for a place that people have been raving about. When we arrived at 11 for our reservation (where we had indicated we wanted to be on the patio and had two babies that we'd like high chairs for), there was no one seated in the restaurant yet just a few others waiting to be seated, our table wasn't set up, and they asked us again where we'd like to be. We waited for about 15 minutes for them to set it up. I will say, our waitress and service was great throughout so no knock to her at all! Cocktails were good as well. But 3 of us ordered the huevos rancheros and the eggs were so overcooked they were basically hard boiled. Paying $17 for 3 rubber egg whites and leave hungry was disappointing. A few other people got the tierra roll and while they said it tasted okay the steak was overcooked as well. Additionally, a photographer came up to our table and started taking photos of us without really saying anything and when we told her we were okay she kept asking us to pose. She printed the photos out and framed them and brought them back for us to purchase...while this might be a nice touch for some people and in a different ambiance, it ended up just being a strange interruption for us. read more

Loved the Pollo Callejero which is mac & cheese with fried chicken, however, this is more on the "fusion" side as opposed to Colombian cuisine. More "fusion" with the Barranquillero Maki Roll. Colombian chorizo, avocado, cream cheese, sweet plantain, guacamole aioli, eel sauce. The Risotto was good but subbed out the salmon for crab meat. They also have a resident DJ and live music on various nights. read more

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Loved this restaurant! The staff, food, drinks and ambiance was perfect! Our waiter took amazing care of us and made sure our drinks were the best! The food was fresh and tasty as well. Definitely a place to try out! My favorite drink was Alpinto De La Casa My favorite dish was Lomo Saltado read more

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Decor ambiance and vibes was a 10/10 for sure but everything else was slightly underwhelming. I got the mule which was tasty but essentially all ice. Asked for less ice for the second and third drink but not much change there paying $16 per for mainly ice. Spicy salmon crispy rice and steak croquettes definitely were two great highlights. Chorizo tostada was shockingly a sweet dish which caught me off guard. It was fine just not what was expected. The dulce sushi roll was a fairly standard run of the mill roll. Would go again but will not be running there. Still worth checking out considering it's a new spot! read more

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The food was absolutely delicious and left me wanting more. The service was absolutely wonderful. The workers were very attentive and friendly. The outdoor ambiance was great. read more

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Incredible experience last night! Went to Muraya's for date night before seeing Kevin Hart, and this was the perfect pregame dinner spot. The food, the ambiance and the music was perfect! Definitely a perfect date spot. Thanks Ricky! read more

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It was our first time here and we were looking for something new to try! It was a Saturday night and as soon as we walked in, we fell in love with the vibe of the place! Loved the decor of the place and the seating arrangement Area in case you are with group friends and want to listen to some music and have drinks! We started with Mojitos and a couple of appetizers! Ordered the mini arepas, croquettes and the tostadas de chicharron. Loved, loved the tostadas de chicharron. The explosion of flavors in your mouth! Must try! The mini arepas were ok and the same with the croquetas de Cayeye. The mojitos were ok. I felt like something was missing? Not much flavor and was expecting more. For entrees we ordered the Arroz Frito and the Picanha de Sirloin steak. Finished off with cafe con leche and for dessert the Torre Muraya! Delicious, trust it will not disappoint! We want to come back to enjoy the music and great food!! The service was great and everyone was very attentive! read more

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Ambiance is very nice, however, all our dishes came out under cooked. We ordered the Chicharrones to start and they were under cooked. When we told the waitress, they were brought back to the kitchen. The plate came out again on our same plate that was torn apart and messy. No one approached the table to apologize for undercook pork. I ordered the short ribs for the main dish, Medium and received them rare. I told the waitress and the meat was sent back, again brought out undercooked and barely warm. Again, no management approached our table. For $160, I would have expected better quality. We will not be returning. read more

Today we checked out Muraya. I've been under the weather this week, so I was excited to get out of the house and try a new spot. I've been here once before and really enjoyed it. The menu is a bit of an odd read, which could be off putting. But I was hoping to see a much busier dining room then when I visited back in November. Ambience and service: 9/10 It's a fun space. The dining room was over half empty, so it was pretty quiet. I did see a set up for live entertainment, but there wasn't any today. All of the staff from hosts to servers to managers are very positive and upbeat. Our server, Ricky was extremely responsive and informative. Food: 7.0/10 I am guessing today was an off day. Everything was just a smidge left of great. I did consult with my dining companion to make sure I wasn't the problem since I have had the sniffles recently. We ordered: Chicharrón Bao buns - the filling was delicious but the bao buns werent prepared properly, so it was hard and flat with a textire similar to day old white bread Empanadas - today's option was beef and the filling to pastry ratio was heavy on the pastry. The filling was good, but somewhat under seasoned. Lomo Saltado - was exactly what you would expect. Our only critique was all of the sauce was on the plate under the food. It was such a great sauce it would have been great it it had been drizzled or tossed throughout the meat and vegetables. Ube Japanese pancakes - ok. Ok. Who goes to a Peruvian spot and order Japanese anything?? That's on me. However these were definitely not Japanese pancakes. They were much too dense. The sauce was watery, but if you got a bit with the whipped cream, ice cream and fruit loops it was pretty darn good. Overall: 8/10 People can truly make a difference!! I really want to see them succeed. I enjoyed the food more my first visit and I will be returning at least one more time to determine what the true standard is. I think it's worth checking out for yourself. read more

We came to Muraya for a birthday dinner with high hopes, especially knowing it's owned by El Puro Cubano -- but the entire experience was a huge letdown. Right from the start, service was a mess. It took over 20 minutes just to get water, which finally came from the manager Alex. That's the only thing he contributed the entire night. No acknowledgment, no effort to address anything that was clearly falling apart, and zero leadership. It felt like no one was in charge. When the food started coming out, it somehow made things worse. The appetizers were late and underwhelming. The so-called "wagyu" was just tough, chewy flank steak -- completely inedible -- and it was the same quality in the sushi rolls. I've had better meat at a food court. Every bite was a letdown. Throughout the night, we didn't just sit quietly. We voiced these concerns as they were happening -- multiple times. This wasn't a situation where we waited until the end to complain. And while the servers seemed to understand and were at least empathetic, management clearly didn't care. Closer to the end, the co-owner Manny did stop by and checked in twice. He offered an apology, and I even told him directly that given this place is backed by El Puro Cubano, it was incredibly disappointing. But even with his acknowledgment, the staff under him showed more sincerity than he did. Their idea of making it right? A round of free shots -- instead of comping the uneatable food or doing anything that actually respected the customer's experience. I'm not the type to write reviews, especially bad ones -- but this was too frustrating to ignore. I drove 25 minutes to come here with a reservation, and honestly, even if I lived right next door, I wouldn't come back. If you're looking for a quality experience, skip Muraya and drive to El Puro Cubano instead. read more

I've gone twice in two weeks. Great place and a small menu, but a menu that is executed very well by the chefs. Squid ink risotto with chorizo is great. Would swap snapper for salmon with the dish and the staff was accommodating the second time I went back. The first time I went was on a Tuesday and the ambiance was great, quiet enough to talk with friends during the Thanksgiving holiday week. I went the second time on a Friday night. There was a live saxophone player and it made it tough for conversation. I was sitting on the opposite side of the restaurant from the stage and was still speaking loudly in conversation. I want to try more of the menu for sure. read more

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What a disappointing addition to Southend. It's such a good location, I was sure anything that went in here would do well. However I don't see this sticking around for long. The restaurant is very large and very dark. It was nowhere near busy when we went, and we had a group of about 8-10. The low lit vibe with all the candles and singular strands of lights wasn't doing it for me. Our service was fine, no complaints around that. We were seating immediately, and our waitress did a great job. Parking was difficult but that's as to be expected for that area. There is a lot across the street but you have to pay. The food.... it wasn't good. Nobody in our group could rave about their meal. The other person that said they somewhat enjoyed it ordered octopus and had never had it before to compare it to anything else. I ordered the Barranquillero Sushi and it was a mistake. I love sushi and I woudln't say I'm overly picky with it. I felt like I had to chew each piece for at least 5 minutes and wasn't able to finish one roll. Others at the table said the same thing about it. The Salmon Risotto would have been my second choice but someone who ordered that also wasn't a fan. I did get a side of Mac and Cheese that was decent. The flaming shots were also a good add! I love trying other styles of food but this really missed the mark. read more

Had brunch here. I was surprised how empty it was for Saturday at brunch time. Lots of space, super cute place. I had mini arepas which were good and my friend had the Lomo Saltado dish in which they liked. I tried a piece of the steak from the bowl and it was delicious. It is on my radar for next time. Our server was efficient and checked on us often. I will go back to try more next time. I am going to dinner later and did not want to over stuff myself. Definitely reasonably priced. read more

Muraya - Mini Arepas - Bars Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina