Open Rice - Charlotte

I was truly impressed by the food at this restaurant. I expected it to be like other places that rely on modern decor to make up for mediocre cuisine, but that wasn't the case at all—the food was genuinely excellent! It’s often easy to make Asian dishes overly salty, but here they nailed the balance perfectly. I would definitely recommend it. I also tried the taro latte; while it didn't have a strong taro flavor, it was still enjoyable.

This restaurant far surpassed my expectations. Although it is on the pricier side and the portions are admittedly small, the exceptional quality of the food is undeniable. We visited on a Saturday night, and to our surprise, our dishes arrived faster than we had anticipated! We were truly impressed with the overall service. While some items are smaller in size, it balances out because many other dishes are designed to be shared among guests. Ultimately, it all levels out. This is a fantastic spot for special occasions.

I dined here on a Sunday afternoon when the restaurant wasn't very crowded. I ordered a soda, which came in a can with a cup of ice, meaning refills aren't complimentary. For my appetizer, I chose the fried pork potstickers, and they were absolutely delightful! They came with a delicious dipping sauce, which I really enjoyed. For my main course, I had Beef Chow Fun. The beef was tender, and the portion was quite satisfying. I added some of the dipping sauce from my appetizer to my entree, and it gave it an extra kick! Don't forget to leave some space for dessert! I had a scoop of vanilla ice cream topped with Oreos, fruity pebbles, chocolate, and caramel drizzle. The bubble waffle was warmly crispy, too. Overall, it was a lovely experience, and I look forward to trying more items from the menu!

Loved the food here! The owners are from HK and it definitely shows in their Asian fusion food. Surprisingly their boba was also really good! We got the char siu and double pan fried noodles and it tasted authentic and seasoned well! I always get the fluffy fried buns as an appetizer and it hit the spot ‍ it’s usually busy and they have an outdoor area now which is really nice for good weather! 10/10

My experience was absolutely amazing! The service is exceptional, kind, and feels connected. Although the price is steep, the quality makes it worth it. Personally, I would say the portions are very reasonable with lots of excellent dishes to choose from. I ordered the the bulgogi, the Vietnamese spring rolls, and laksa which were all delicious. The bubble waffle with ice cream and toppings is so good and a definite must-try. Open Rice is definitely a go-to place for great asian cuisine and I will definitely be a returning customer.