text: New to Charlotte and am starting to explore the Ballantyne area a little since I work over here Was looking for a little ethnic food and discovered this placennPio Pio is the bomb I have already been there three times this week and I just discovered it on Tuesday The yelp photos and reviews just do not do it justice The place is very clean open with good ambiance and has outdoor seating They also have a full bar and TVs Seems like a good place to be if you are looking for some good food and to possibly catch a buzznnThe food is fantastical I love the chicken soup and arroz con pollo The soup has a great broth and is always packed with veggies like corn and potatoes plus plantains The chicken is tender and moist and they sprinkle fresh cilantro on top Mmmm The arroz con pollo is what really rocks though If you have never had peruvian this is a great beginners dish I just love it because it is one of my comfort foods They give you a good portion of rice mixed with veggies and shredded chicken It is seriously so good Even kids will probably like it Drizzle some of the green sauce on top for a kickbut beware that stuff is potent nnThe service was also really good The staff is very attentive and they even let me switch out fries for soup with my entree nnIf you are in Ballantyne try this place You will love it