I want to preface this review by saying that I am a sushi connoisseur. I've eaten sushi all over…read morethe world so I know good sushi. I had high expectations when I walked in with my husband. It had a Michelin 2025 sticker on the front door so I thought it would be amazing. I want to say that the service was excellent. Very attentive servers, very professional, very friendly. The service was 5-stars for sure. Next, the food. We started with the miso soup and ginger salad. Miso soup was bland and the ginger dressing on the salad was super bland. We ordered the crispy spicy tuna and the steamed shumai next. The crispy spicy tuna was weird. The first taste bud stimuli was fishy and the last thing you tasted was McDonald's hashbrowns. Also, the chopsticks were very cheap and when you picked up the piece it basically fell apart. The presentation for the steamed shumai was horrible. It was served in a bowl with the chili garlic sauce in a tiny bowl on the side. The pieces were wayyy too big to pick up with the chopsticks and for the mouth. But if you managed to get the thing in your mouth, it was super hot and basically burned your mouth. Like there was no option to take a bite it was either shove the whole thing in your mouth or not eat it at all. The rolls we ordered were the Mr Crabby, which was the only good thing we ordered. The Naruto, which had too many layers of cucumber wrapped around it and the pieces were mini. The villain, a $25 roll with caviar on top, but the caviar was so sparse, it could barely be seen with the naked eye. Rainbow roll was ok but again, the pieces were tiny. Every roll was flavorless and the price point was stupid. $122 plus tip for a bland lunch was retarded. Super disappointed.

We had such an incredible experience here. By far the best sushi we have ever had. Everything from…read morethe service to the quality of the food was outstanding and exceeded every expectation. Being from California, we did not think our sushi standards could be topped, but this place completely proved us wrong. Some of our favorites were the salmon belly, the red snapper sampler, the yellowtail, and the slam on hand rolls. Everything was incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. We also loved that they had Echigo beer, which is not easy to find and was a great addition to the meal. One thing that really stood out was how well balanced everything was. Nothing felt overwhelming or heavy, and every dish felt thoughtfully put together. Honestly, you cannot go wrong with any of the rolls here. I could not recommend this place more. An amazing experience from start to finish.

Wonderful family meal. My son had short ribs, which were very nice with succotash and mashed…read morepotatoes. He doesn't always finish his plate - this was perfect.,I had the brisket quesadillas - yummy, perfect for my appetite. My husband swiped one and was very impressed; Husband had the halibut and I had a bite (notice a trend, we share lol) and it was so buttery and good I may go that route next. Guiding us through this - perfectly - was Noah, our waiter. Look for him, he was awesome! They were closing early for the 4th but you wouldn't have known it with his excellent service and perfect timing. For dessert, the gentlemen had an extra drink and I had a crème brûlée that was brulèed dark, as I like it. Everyone oohed, and I loved every bite. Perfect meal for a family trying to make schedules match. Thanks, we'll be back!

This place is still nothing to write home about. Came here yesterday with a party of 11 others for…read morework. As we trickled in, we were told they wouldn't seat us until 6 of us arrived. No matter that the table was reserved and ready for us. We were told that we could order drinks at the bar. Yet they weren't sure they could transfer the tab to the table whenever they decided to seat us. I ordered the short ribs, which turned out to be nothing better than a tiny portion of what seemed to be pot roast. It was ok. Nothing stellar and certainly not worth the $32 price tag. Service was spotty especially with beverages. The highlight of the evening was the appetizers. Those were pretty good. Not coming back anytime soon. The value isn't there, seating procedures are atrocious, and service is mediocre.

One of the most consistant restaurants there are. When I travelled for work I ate at 19 different…read moreones. This day we went for Lunch. At $14.90 it is one of the BEST VALUES you'll find. Your choice of Soup or Salad and your choice of Entree.

At the time of this one star rating my friend, two lovely sisters we met at the martini paring and…read moremyself were being detained at the restaurant by the manager Sheila Hochstetler. We were accused of stealing a bottle of liquor. She and another employee blocked the door and told us the police were on the way. We attempted to show her our purses and she refused to look. None of us had what we were accused of stealing in our bags or on our person. She insisted and said "one of the 4 of you are on camera taking the bottle". We asked if that's the case, who? Which one of us? She refused. We waited for the police in order to vindicate ourselves. During this time, a male employee got in one of our faces, hands raised, yelling and aggressively using racial slurs. The manager defended HIM. Other employees then again accused us of stealing and said we are on camera. Once the police came, they said you can't tell who it is on camera. After we finished dinner, we went to the bar and ordered a drink. We sat and talked and then proceeded to leave. Who steals and then sits there and PAYS for more drinks? We each had a purse and a carry out bag with the rest of the main course. Imagine a small side salad sized container with a piece of overcooked steak they had the nerve to serve us. I'm saying this to say it is a very lightweight takeout bag and none of our purses were big enough to hold a bottle of liquor. I will be updating this thread when I have more time to get ALL of the details out. This story WILL be told. I have never experienced trauma like this!!! I don't have pictures of the food; it honestly wasn't that good anyway. Full review in the pictures. It was too long to put in the comments.

I really do love Super G Mart. I frequent both locations -- the one on Independence and the newer,…read morelarger store in Pineville -- and this one feels like a destination in itself, especially with the huge food court. As a transplant to Charlotte for work, I'm always searching for the ingredients and flavors I grew up with, and this place delivers. From the fresh seafood counter -- where you'll find beautiful tiger prawns -- to the endless rows of fish sauce, oyster sauce, and every variety of soy sauce imaginable (sweet, dark, mushroom, Japanese), the selection is impressive. The aisles are thoughtfully organized by cuisine and region, which makes navigating the store surprisingly easy, even if you're new to Asian markets. The frozen section alone is worth the trip. If you're looking for dumplings -- Chinese, Japanese, Korean, even Nepalese -- they've got you covered. And don't sleep on the handmade crepe cakes in the freezer. Yes, they're about $25, but they're stunning and absolutely delicious. Honestly, they rival the famous crepe cakes from Lady M in the San Francisco Bay Area, where those cakes can easily run over $100. At this price point, it feels like a steal -- and you'll definitely impress your guests. The produce section is another highlight. The ginger is incredibly fresh, and the variety is fantastic -- from gai lan and sweet chives to cebollitas (Mexican green onions) and crisp green beans. It's a true sensory experience for anyone who loves to cook. This isn't a trendy, boutique grocery store, and that's exactly the charm. It's old-school, practical, and stocked with the essentials. Toward the back right corner, you'll find pallets of noodles in every style -- Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean -- everything you could possibly need for home cooking. The butcher and fishmonger are also available to help, which adds a nice personal touch to the shopping experience. There's also a bakery inside with beautiful fruit-and-cream cakes -- the kind you'll recognize if you've ever celebrated in an Asian household. Light, fresh, and not overly sweet. And if you're a coffee lover, keep an eye out for Café du Monde coffee -- it's usually several dollars cheaper here than at typical grocery stores. A few friendly tips: * Go with a plan -- this place can be overwhelming in the best way. * Don't bring a big entourage unless they're ready to explore. * And if you visit the Pineville location, go hungry -- the food court alone is worth the trip. Both locations are fantastic, but the Pineville store is newer, larger, and especially fun to explore. Shop curious, cook boldly, and enjoy the adventure.

Love this place. My go to for the bakery, TOUS. Croissants are great and love their cloud cakes…read more The market is great for those hard to find international options. Had a friend originally from Columbia come for a visit and he loved all the items they had from when he was a kid. We actually had to send him home with an extra duffle bag to get all his goodies home. As a fun activity we did a fruit taste test and all of it was delicious. Love discovering new things. If you are looking for Ramen of all kinds, this is also your spot. Lots of options. Love discovering new things at Super G.

I LOVED this place! Randomly found it on Open Table for a somewhat early Galentine's Dinner and we…read morehad such a great time! They had a special Valentine's Day menu and their normal menu as well. I got the bourbon salmon with Parmesan risotto and broccolini. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the risotto and broccolini were well seasoned. I also ordered the zucchini fries which were great as well. Some other great hits at the table were the Baked Rigatoni and Marry Me Salmon (Valentine's specials), truffle fries, Tiger steak, Boom Boom Shrimp, Turkey Meatballs, and the Philly egg rolls. Some were not a fan of the lobster egg rolls, lamb lollipops, and the red velvet cheesecake. Though they weren't terrible, friends felt these items lacked flavor and were just okay. It's a great space for groups and definitely would recommend making a reservation. Later in the evening, they had live music. The piano player was great and created such a fun atmosphere! We also had a cool server who took great care of us and had us laughing through the night (S/O to Ivan!) I highly recommend this space for a fun night out with your boo and/or your girls!

Came here on Wednesday evening for dinner. Sat at the bar and was immediately greeted by bartender…read moreDustin. He offered me the wine and beer menu, cocktail menu and food menu. After perusing, I ordered a Tequila Mucho -- listed as a chefs special cocktail with pomegranate juiced tequila. It was refreshing. I chose the bourbon salmon large plate with two sides for my meal and it was very flavorful. Then I chose a blueberry lemon cheesecake dessert since Dustin said the cheesecakes were made in house and it sweet and tart and delicious. Overall, I enjoyed my experience and will be back! The offer drink specials daily -- Wednesdays I think is $5 house wine and half off martinis.

I recently visited with a group of six, and we had a really enjoyable experience overall. The food…read moreand cocktails were good across the board --I especially loved the passion fruit pisco sour cocktail, which was refreshing and well-balanced. One thing that pleasantly surprised us was how reasonable the prices were, even for dishes like steak. It made it easy for everyone in our group to try a variety of items without feeling like we were overspending. The restaurant itself has a charming Peruvian-inspired decor that adds to the atmosphere and gives it a unique, welcoming vibe. Although we were the only customers during the two and a half hours we were there on a Thursday night, it didn't negatively impact our experience at all. If anything, it made for a relaxed and unhurried evening. That said, it does make me wonder if the shopping plaza location might be limiting their visibility, because the restaurant definitely deserves more attention. The service was great--our waitress was very kind and attentive throughout the evening. As a nice touch, one of our friends received a complimentary birthday dessert complete with a candle, which made the night feel extra special. Overall, I'd recommend Lola to anyone looking for flavorful food and cocktails, and a cozy dining experience.

This place is AMAZING…read more While it's a casual restaurant, the quality of the food and the drinks is next level. The cocktails, while the bar is not "deep", are perfectly made, good use of ingredients and just amazing. Food is incredible. Ceviche, tostones, lomo saltado. The waitress was really nice and helped with recommendations This place is a great find and absolutely recommended