We went to Zen today for lunch. It is an interesting concept because it menu provides an option of Asian inspired dishes as well as Spanish inspired dishes. The table went for Asian, except for one friend, who went with a Spanish inspired salad. We had a group of 7 and needed to be seated quickly because we have exactly 1 hour for lunch. I called ahead to make a reservation which was a really easy process and our table was ready for us when we arrived. Our server was friendly and attentive. My water glass was always full which was a plus! I enjoyed my lunch (Kung Pow Chicken) but it was not the best I've ever had. It said on the menu it was supposed to be spicy, but I had to ask for a side of chili oil and siracha to make it spicy to my taste (it was rather mild). It was a large portion, so I will have leftovers for dinner! The amount of veggies was great. I am only giving two stars because while the service was good and the food was fine, I have had much better Chinese food and I prefer other Asian places in Charlotte (SoHo Bistro, KO Sushi). And minus one start because no sushi menu for lunch! Solid-ish place, good service, ok food. I was content with my meal. I would go back, maybe at dinner so I could try the sushi. I am still confused by the Asian/Spanish theme.
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This restaurant is now closed. A sign is posted out front saying that a new concept restaurant will be taking its place shortly. Too bad. I really liked Iruna.
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Its nice to try out Ramen in different places .. they all have their style of perfecting it.
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WOW! I have been coming here for years for the Green Flannel Hash and we have never been disappointed..........UNTIL TODAY. Both my wife and I noticed it was drastically different today. I asked the waitress "Are they were using a different recipe?" Waitress: "No. Why?" Me: "It doesn't taste anything like it usually does." Waitress: "Oh, does the cornbeef not have any flavor?" Me: "Yeah." Waitress: "Oh we've been hearing that a lot from our customers." She walks away and returns with a full bill despite the fact that we didn't like or eat our dishes.
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