Orosoko
“Latin & Asian anti-fusion small plates” is how they describe themselves. The interior layout of this small South End restaurant and lounge is beautiful and cozy. It’s like the silkiest, sleekest basement speakeasy without the upper level. The vibe is sexily dim and classy. I’d say it’s even romantic, if that’s what you’re seeking. While you dine on excellent food, you listen to the smooth sounds of the perpetual live DJ. The menu of small plates is cleanly divided into a West side and an East side. This refers to the Western world and the Eastern world. Upon further clarification of this concept from the super friendly and helpful server, this simply translates into a Latin tapas side and an Asian tapas side. It’s “anti-fusion” because the two cultural cuisines aren’t fused together in any dish… they remain wholly separate. Highlights from the Latin side include street corn fritters and a smoked chile duck confit taco. Highlights from the Asian side include the delicious cherry blossom sea scallops and the blue crab spring rolls. The scallops were large and perfectly cooked and were served with the yummiest crab fried rice. The vibe and the service are top-notch. Places like this make the Charlotte restaurant and lounge scene as world-class as it is.
Style: Upscale
Meals: Dinner, Brunch (on Sun)
Reservations: Open Table
Neighborhood: South End
Address: 130 W Bland St
Website: www.orosoko.com
“Latin & Asian anti-fusion small plates” is how they describe themselves. The interior layout of this small South End restaurant and lounge is beautiful and cozy. It’s like the silkiest, sleekest basement speakeasy without the upper level. The vibe is sexily dim and classy. I’d say it’s even romantic, if that’s what you’re seeking. While you dine on excellent food, you listen to the smooth sounds of the perpetual live DJ. The menu of small plates is cleanly divided into a West side and an East side. This refers to the Western world and the Eastern world. Upon further clarification of this concept from the super friendly and helpful server, this simply translates into a Latin tapas side and an Asian tapas side. It’s “anti-fusion” because the two cultural cuisines aren’t fused together in any dish… they remain wholly separate. Highlights from the Latin side include street corn fritters and a smoked chile duck confit taco. Highlights from the Asian side include the delicious cherry blossom sea scallops and the blue crab spring rolls. The scallops were large and perfectly cooked and were served with the yummiest crab fried rice. The vibe and the service are top-notch. Places like this make the Charlotte restaurant and lounge scene as world-class as it is.
Style: Upscale
Meals: Dinner, Brunch (on Sun)
Reservations: Open Table
Neighborhood: South End
Address: 130 W Bland St
Website: www.orosoko.com
“Latin & Asian anti-fusion small plates” is how they describe themselves. The interior layout of this small South End restaurant and lounge is beautiful and cozy. It’s like the silkiest, sleekest basement speakeasy without the upper level. The vibe is sexily dim and classy. I’d say it’s even romantic, if that’s what you’re seeking. While you dine on excellent food, you listen to the smooth sounds of the perpetual live DJ. The menu of small plates is cleanly divided into a West side and an East side. This refers to the Western world and the Eastern world. Upon further clarification of this concept from the super friendly and helpful server, this simply translates into a Latin tapas side and an Asian tapas side. It’s “anti-fusion” because the two cultural cuisines aren’t fused together in any dish… they remain wholly separate. Highlights from the Latin side include street corn fritters and a smoked chile duck confit taco. Highlights from the Asian side include the delicious cherry blossom sea scallops and the blue crab spring rolls. The scallops were large and perfectly cooked and were served with the yummiest crab fried rice. The vibe and the service are top-notch. Places like this make the Charlotte restaurant and lounge scene as world-class as it is.
Style: Upscale
Meals: Dinner, Brunch (on Sun)
Reservations: Open Table
Neighborhood: South End
Address: 130 W Bland St
Website: www.orosoko.com