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You are given a review about a place. You need to provide a rating from "1 star" to "5 stars" for this place.
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we loved this place were pearl status M life card members. So we were able to eat here for free. Because of our free comps we received from gambling. the pigs in a blanket were exquisite. My soda was delicious and fit for a queen my husband enjoyed there beer selection. we both order the 2 pound lobster. it had ritz crackers and crab mixed in it. The way the flavors came together was amazing the salt from the crackers really infused this meal. If i went there again i would eat the same thing! the meal was filling and the service divine.
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5 stars

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I've wanted to try this place ever since my friend told me that the meat quality is really good. She said ever since she had this place, she can't really go to the cheaper places like Tofu Hut. This place closed down for a little bit because of the fire.

I got the chance to go the other day. We ordered beef ribeye, beef brisket, beef tongue, pork belly, pork neck, large intestines, and kalbi. It might be because I don't have refined tastes, but I didn't taste any difference in meat quality. They did have more meat variety than other places usually do. I did like the beef ribeye. It was really flavorful. The saving grace was the kalbi. You are only allowed 2 pieces per person. It did taste amazing. The pieces were huge. We first ordered 6, but the waitress said 3 for now. We were like... uh what, but we'll go with it. We understood once we got them. They were huge pieces. It was delicious, and the meat was so soft and tender. The only downside is that it's sweet. I wish they had a non marinated version. A friend said that at Gen in California has both marinated and non marinated.

This place was decent, but I wouldn't agree that it's worth it for the price. I'd always wanted to try it, so it is good experience.

A perk is that they do have side dishes like soup, steamed egg, and topoki.

Side note, after cooking our meats, the server tried to clean our pan with a napkin, and ended up ruining our cooking area because there was tissue residue. They changed our pans twice which was just unnecessary. It was nice, but I felt bad that they just kept trying to change the plate. In their side dishes, they included 4 slices of radish, and when we asked for more they only put 4 more. Service was just mediocre.
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3 stars

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From making the reservation until the time we walked out of the front door to wander the streets of uptown Charlotte the experience of dining at e2 was simply amazing.

As Ben said I'm not sure what has held me back from e2 for so long, but I'm glad we went when we did and our experience last night has made a fan of me. We will definitely be back. The food was well thought out and prepared to perfection.

I started out with the Oysters on the half shell which were great. The oysters themselves were perfect which I get that the restaurant just really shucks them and puts them on ice but were a great start to a meal. Prior to the oysters they brought out 2 "pre appetizers" made special by the Chef to entice our appetite. We had a salmon paste type plate....very small but just enough to wake up the ol tastebuds. We then had some sort of risotto, ham and the ever popular chantrelle mushroom small plate that was just bursting with perfection.

My Co-Diners had the Yellowfin Tuna Spring Rolls which has now taken over as the Best App in Charlotte IMO. Sushi grade tuna, jalapeno, cucumber and a sprig of cilantro to pull it all together. What a great combination of flavor. Also, I was able to sample the Grilled Peach Salad. Surprisingly fresh Georgia Peaches, Mascarpone cheese which really stood out, basil, honey and I'm still not sure what the heck "Mache" is but I do know that I like it.

For my entree I had the special NY Strip. 14 glorious oz of perfectly cooked NY Strippy goodness. It was marinated perfectly with worchestershire and seasoned to perfection. It had a cippolini onion chutney which when paired together made me start thinking about when I was coming back.

We finished up with a few desserts for the table. I am not sure who the Master Dessert Chef they have in the back but give him/her a raise! This person is a genious. Banana Cream Pie which had like 6 layers or something. It was nothing short of exemplary and included banana bread, banana pudding, and shaved chocolate. I could have eaten that as my meal. WOW.

Suffice it to say the service was also impeccable. Attentive and knowledgeable which I would have expected nothing less. They didn't disappoint. For a wonderful dining experience please make your reservation now. You can truly tell these guys know that they're doing. If you're looking for a true dining experience this is your place.
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5 stars