OROSOKO Sound Bar

I've been looking forward to coming here, and I'm so happy it finally happened! The atmosphere is a perfect mix of chic and upscale, yet lively and upbeat. I loved the DJ—the vibe was just right. The space is a bit small, but it works, giving it an intimate feel. Our server, Ben, was amazing—super knowledgeable and attentive. My husband and I tried a few different dishes, but my absolute favorite was the duck confit taco—literally bursting with flavor! Portions are on the smaller side, so keep that in mind. But overall, we had a great experience and will definitely be back!

Orosoko is fire. The tapas are unreal, packed with flavor and perfect for sharing. Massive liquor selection and the ambience is straight up Tulum. Great spot to vibe, eat, and sip something special

Husband and I went last night, great experience! This was our start to the night for my birthday evening. I wanted to come here specifically to experience the sound bar - as I’ve never heard of it. (we live 45 minutes away in south charlotte) It’s like the sound envelopes you - somehow being a major star of the night but also not. It’s everywhere and nowhere all at the same time. It perfectly captures the vibe and tone of the evening - and being there around sunset as the space turns afternoon to evening was a great experience. Marjorie was a fantastic server! We loved having her, very helpful with the menu items and offering suggestions and describing plates and drinks. Food was great - very balanced and fresh. The dough of the dumplings was so tender! Corn fritters were awesome, the garlic sauce for the fresh summer roll!! I can’t wait for next time

Loved Orosoko Sound Bar in Charlotte, NC. The space is great. Dark wood and very intimate and sexy. They also have a bar with about 8 seats. There was also a DJ… the music got loud around 830. The star of the show was our server Danielle. She was very quick and accommodating and gave us excellent recommendations. We took all of them. We had the hamachi, the spring rolls, the Cuban scallops and the pork belly bun. We also had the chocolate churro for dessert. It was 2 little bites of churro with a scoop of chocolate ice cream. The food was fantastic. Very complex with amazing flavor. The spring rolls were crispy, not greasy. The Hamachi had all different textures and was absolutely delicious. The pork belly bun also was very flavorful but very small ($12 was steep). The scallops with the beans and sauce were a perfect combination. My only negative is for the price, the portions were tiny. They also had an amazing cocktail list and a decent wine list. They also had some sake’s as well. I really enjoyed my experience here a lot but I’m a huge eater, so I’m not sure if I would come back. I would have to eat 15 things…. And it would be $$$$$

The vibrant atmosphere at this lounge creates a perfect setting for a Tuesday evening. The music selection is truly exceptional, setting the mood for a relaxed and enjoyable experience. The management team's dedication to customer satisfaction is evident in every detail. From the friendly staff to the seamless service, everything contributes to a positive experience. This lounge is highly recommended for anyone seeking a great place to unwind and enjoy top-notch music.

Beautiful, elevated lounge vibes! They serve small plates that are absolutely delicious! The cocktails are so unique and carefully crafted to set them apart from other craft cocktail bars. This place is perfect for birthday dinners and date night. Definitely worth coming back for!

This place is a VIBE! I had a customer take me out and this place did not disappoint. There is a parking garage not to far from the location which made it easy to walk to. The shareable were fulfilling! I had the Duck (fresh and perfection), my husband the pork belly (super flavorful), the peanuts (amazing), to name a few. It was hot so I just wanted a mojito and it was so good. The service was great and authentic. We felt like they were old friends. My husband and I went back that week because it was so good for a date night. I would recommend reservations. It was busy quickly.

Immaculate vibes, incredible staff. It’s not often you find a new place with such a fantastic atmosphere AND the staff being extremely friendly, attentive and effective. The food and drinks are just like the photos and are all fantastic. Highly recommend. You will probably need a reservation for a table since the space is limited, but there is a standing area where you can snack and rest your drinks if you’re just in for a short time or want to try your luck. The bar does a great job. The sound is great and the food is worth the price tag

Solid 4 stars. The food is good but for this style I would have loved for it to be a little more elevated/delicate if you know what I mean. I didn't have any bad dishes, but with a touch more finesse and creativity they could have been 5 star dishes. Like maybe some more complex sauces or flavors. We ordered a few cocktails and thought the same thing - they were good but not great. All of the ones we ordered were too sweet and could have benefited from some nuance. The service was great, the staff were attentive and kind, and the vibe was nice inside.

This may be more like a 2.5. I agree with a lot of the reviews. The concept had promise but the execution was poor.. The highlight was the cocktails- very good. Except they were out of the drink I wanted ($17) and the waitress had the bartender make me something similar and charged me $20. The space is well decorated and intimate but it's a very small space and very loud. I guess that's fair given its name, but not somewhere to go if you want to talk. The food was very average. Menu looked very interesting but again, the execution was lacking. A lot of the dishes were mostly rice and not a lot of actual food. The yellowtail was supposed to be with a potato croquette but ended up being with a rice cake that was so dry it was inedible. Not good value for the prices at all. Our waitress was sweet but service was not great. Drinks took a very long time to come out. We ordered 5 different plates and they were all brought out within 15 min instead of being spaced out properly. The first dish came within 5 min of ordering and made it seem like the food was not very fresh. Overall a very underwhelming experience and we definitely will not be back. We ended up going to sixty vines a couple of blocks away after for more drinks and a snack and it was a much better experience.

Beautiful small bar in Southend. I loved the vibe here and the ambiance was great. It gets pretty crowded so it's best to make a reservation if you want a table. The live dj was playing great background music. Our server took our orders and they were sold out of 3 of the 10 signature cocktails they sell. I went for the pearodox. It was pretty good. It had strong ginger and honey flavor and a little spicy too. They were also sold out of many others drinks we tried to order. Finally we settled for some other drinks. When they came out, they were not as expected so we tried to get the server so we could order something else instead. We never saw her again and waited over 30 minutes. Finally we flagged down a different server and just had her take off the drinks that weren't touched and left after that. Overall, the place is nice and I may come back at an earlier time before things sell out.

A night out in Charlotte brought us to Orosoko. food we ordered: Food: Chicken Dumplings Blue Crab Burrito Blue Crab Spring Rolls Drinks Pstar martini * bartender's choice Hugo Spritz (reimagined) Pstar Martini (reimangined) Angel was an exceptional bartender. He is incredibly talented, personable and a true mixologist. We enjoyed his cocktails and riffs (with a twist) on classics that were unique and tasty. He made our night here an A+ experience.

This was a small, but an exquisite restaurant-lounge with a dark, exotic, metro vibe. Very NYC. As expected, they played cool lounge-esque music (perfect sound system!), which really amplified the dining experience. I made reservations in advance, so we were able to slide into our seats during rush hour Saturday. However, the parking was a bit iffy. Luckily, we found a metered parking nearby...but if unlucky, you may have to cruise around the block several times. I tried to call the restaurant several times in advance to get parking directions, but all I got was a voice mail (even during restaurant hours!). I liked their East-West fusion concept, with mostly (if not all) small plates. We ordered 4 items to share...Special of the day Tacos (forgot the name), Blue Crab Burritos, BBQ Chicken Dumplings, Miso Lobster Crepe. Surprisingly, all the foods were really good...but the presentation was somewhat of a yawn. I had high hopes for the Blue Crab Burritos and Miso Lobster Crepe...but they both looked so basic. The burritos actually looked like simple Spring Rolls...and the Lobster Crepe also looked like this soft burrito wrap. Even with this gold paper on top, it wasn't exactly a show stopper. For some reason, I expected the plating to be a bit fancier. So yeah...the foods tasted great, but looked quite boring. Portions were really small for the pricing...but forgivable, given the overall swanky vibe of the place. BTW, for drinks, I opted for 2 cups of SAKE ("Mist" something?) Very strong!! All cocktails were priced at 17 bucks...again, quite pricey. Again, you'll be paying for the ambiance here. Service was good. The hosts were friendly and welcoming, and our waitress was attentive, and checked with us throughout our meal. Overall, I LOVED the restaurant ambiance-vibe (and the music!). I actually hate small, tight spaces...but they managed to pull it off. Still, the tables were set a bit too close to one another...and that's just not my preference. There were a few more iffy things...like the difficult parking situation, small portion-high pricing, and the boring presentation as mentioned above. Also, they served lukewarm water...which actually kind of grossed me out. I would have loved to drop 5 stars, but there were just one too many things that seemed a bit off to me. Still, given how much I liked the restaurant and the vibe it had to offer, I'm definitely open to returning. PS***Still having issues of my pictures attaching! (?!?)

Service is great and a wonderful ambiance with live dj music. The seating is well done and it felt private, even though we had people around us. Drinks are great and different. The food we tried was good too - I liked the hamachi. Prices are a bit up there, but good for date night or an outing with friends.

We discovered this place via an IG post and we really enjoyed the play on the head to head battle of Asian and Latin dishes however the price point is pretty steep. Food is average except for the Hen of the Woods taco. OMG the best tasting taco I have ever had by far however I don't see how one taco is considered a "shareable", and $10 for one small taco...really? Maybe $12 for two might be more approachable. The lobster spring rolls and fritters were okay but nothing that screamed "wow, this is worth this price". Atmosphere is pretty unique yet there was an overwhelming incense smell that started giving me a headache. Drinks were good but again, price point was off. That mushroom taco though was something I will forever be dreaming about. I want that recipe!

The ambience was beautiful, our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and helpful with suggestions. Unfortunately the food was just so below average to me. It presented beautifully and even smelled good but it just was very underwhelming flavor wise. The lobster was so dry and flavorless. The scallops were decently tender but also, lacked any type of flavor, as did the black beans they were served with. The duck confit taco was probably the most tolerable. All of the food could have used salt, pepper & a squeeze of lime. I asked for a lychee mocktail... $11 flat club soda and lychee. The overall experience was just very lackluster despite the beautiful setting, I probably wouldn't return.

My first visit and I was pleasantly pleased with the overall ambiance of this bar. They definitely have the sound bar claim on lock because the music flows without the volume being too loud; good enough for an intimate conversation. It is a quaint space so reservations serve well here if you're wanting to ensure that you have a place to sit. The bartenders were pleasant and I was genuinely happy with how quickly my drink was prepared after I ordered; a refreshing change from the local bar scene. The drinks are priced $12-$17+ so keep that in mind if you're paying for multiple people. I tried a green tea cocktail and it was yummy, not too earthy, not too sweet...it was prepared just right! Fair warning, this is a great spot to start the night or finish the night, since they only offer small plates. I decided to try the Blue Crab Spring Rolls and the Chicken Dumplings... I'm not sure if it was due to the bar not being overly busy but it literally took 6 minutes for my first plate to come out. Again, the service was refreshing and the food was surprisingly good. I'd recommend giving a few plates a try, since no one plate is intended to fill your tummy. For a drink and two plates just for me, was around $50. Not too bad for the south end area and the service made it worth it. Go check them out for yourself and catch a vibe or two!

Orosoko Sound Bar is a cool concept that I was excited to try. You walk in through a large door and into a dimly-lit space. When we arrived just before 6pm on a Saturday, there was no one out front, but by 7pm there was a bouncer opening the door for folks. We were a bit early for our reservation, so the manager directed us to the bar area to wait, and after a few minutes he also brought us waters. The space isn't huge, and the bar area can get tight, especially since that's where all walk-ins without a reservation end up. We were seated in one of the center tables with the leather lounge-style chairs, which were comfortable but a bit low for dining. The menu is interesting: they have mirrored East and West dishes with the same primary protein but different Latin/Asian preparations. Likewise, the cocktails (all $17) utilize Asian or Latin flavors, and many sounded intriguing. I appreciated that next to the name of each cocktail, they also included flavor notes so you could get a sense of what to expect. I went with the Silk Road (described as bright & floral), and my husband got the Miso Spicy Old Fashioned (described as boozy & buttery). I thought both cocktails were nice and prepared well, although there wasn't that much liquid in the glasses since each was served with one very large ice cube. We shared a number of small plates: blue crab burritos, okonomiyaki, bbq chicken dumplings, duck confit summer roll, and Cuban style scallops. The stand-out was the scallops, which were perfectly prepared and came with a delicious mango sauce. This dish was also a larger portion. The rest of the dishes were tasty but not necessarily bites I'd crave again, and the prices seemed steep for the small sizes. Calling itself a sound bar, I was expecting more emphasis on the music. It'd be interested if they had tied it to the Latin/Asian menu in some way. The sound system did sound nice, but there was just a loungey playlist on - no DJ or anything unique about the music. Since there were many people talking in the bar area, the videos I took mostly pick up on voices rather than the music. Perhaps if you go during the week/at another time, the experience will be different. Overall, I'd give Orosoko a 3.5. I enjoyed my time and am happy I got to check out a new spot in CLT, but if the dishes/prices/portions/experience stay the same, I don't think I'll go back.

I dream about this restaurant at least 3 times a week. Not kidding lmao. ITS SOOOOOO GOOD! Charlotte definitely needed a place like this, its a hidden gem in South end that is very easy to miss besides the big beautiful golden door. Inside it's a nice dark ambiance that i like, with a nice fire pit along the wall in the back. Let's talk about the food.... Everything is a 20/20. I have been twice now and tried mostly all of the menu and the Miso lobster crepe, Chicken dumplings, and the Citrus buttered lobster is my absolute favorite. The staff is also amazing, I highly recommend making a reservation here. IG: StephColleen

The vibe in Orosoko is terrific. Very NYC/Miami. Sleek decor. The DJ is spectacular and the service was top notch. This place is tiny so you MUST reserve. The chairs at the round tables were a little ill-fitting. They were just too big to really be able to pull up to the tables and sit comfortably in order to eat. We kinda had to scoot our bodies forward and hunch over so as not to drop food on our laps. We enjoyed our food though. Cool menu concept with one side featuring items from the "East" and the other with items from the "West". Definitely try the Okonomiyaki. Didn't know what to expect from it, but boy was it tasty with interesting textures. The blue crab spring rolls are a must. Incredible flavor. The blue crab burritos came with an outstanding spicy drizzle. Not everyone enjoyed the corn fritters but I did. Chicken empanaditas and dumplings were solid, and I loved the slightly sweet flavor of the scallops. Definitely a repeat destination.

Great first experience at Orosoko! The vibe is pretty epic. It is definitely a small restaurant so make reservations - they have about 11 two tops (that can be pushed together for larger parties) and 3 four tops. They have a great bar with very friendly bartenders! The cocktails are fantastic. We tried a lot of things on the menu! My favorite was the hamachi! I love the split menu between Latin and Asian cuisines! We tried a Sauvignon blanc and a Sancerre with dinner - both were excellent. Our server Danielle was a gem!

Tapas vibe. It's beautiful on the inside! Perfect for a date night, wouldn't recommend large groups unless you have a reservation. The service was mediocre and though the food was decent it's not somewhere I would go regularly.

Tried to charge me almost double by grouping the bill with another table and boosting her tips. Avoid this place.

Super trendy ambiance but matches the hype in food and service. Dj was cool and the noise level still allows for conversations. Food and drinks were served very quickly. We tried the edamame (4/5), chicken empanadas (2.5/5), corn fritters (4.5/5), hen in the woods taco (5/5) and Cuban scallops (5/5). Also had the paper moon (5/5) and kill Guillermo cocktails.

What a beautiful spot for small plates and great cocktails! The service was great and the music was just what Charlotte needed! The menu has a cross of Latin (West) and Asian (East) which gives you many options. Love this spot!

I have NO idea how this place has such high rating! First of all the pros: the place is absolutely gorgeous. I mean STUNNING. One of the cutest places in Charlotte. Cons: the cocktails are disappointing. For $16-$18 I expect a well crafted cocktail. The pornstar martini had some great ingredients listed but the cocktail had NO complexity! Tasted like simply peach, vodka, and sprite. I could've made that at the house. The food was extremely disappointing. The hen of the woods taco was the only exception to that statement as it was flavorful but the tortilla used tasted like it came straight out of a bag of tortillas with no treatment no warming or anything. The blue crab burritos were visually underwhelming and tasted like a straight from the bag tortilla filled with crab Rangoon filling. The Cuban scallops were BLAND. It was supposed to come with coconut rice and that rice had as much coconut as a strawberry la croix has strawberry flavor (but honestly even less). The rice and beans tasted unflavored straight out of a package. The scallops had NO flavor. I wish I could suggest this place to come back as the atmosphere is 10/10 but between the drinks that taste like your 21yr old niece made them in her dorm room and the food that taste like it came straight out of a package there's nothing to come back for. Thankfully Folia around the corner saved the day as we went for some REAL cocktails and delicious small plates after.

The beautiful imposing door makes you feel like you're entering a secret society, and inside you find a loungy, sexy, intimately proportioned space with moody, modern finishes and sultry high def sound playing the live DJ curated music emanating throughout. We sat at the bar and thoroughly enjoyed the staff who were helpful, engaging, fun and efficient. Many are from the former Soul Gastrolounge. Think of a more sophisticated and refined evolution of the Soul concept. But it is not a reopening of Soul. It is its own place and it's a winner. The menu is broken down by craft cocktails, food, then beer and wine. The food part has Latin and Asian inspired food. Each dish has a correlating Latin and Asian preparation side by side. We sampled various of the small plate items ranging from the Latin Cuban scallops (with mango and coconut playing support roles that didn't overpower the scallops) to the Asian chicken dumplings (think of a rustic, American south meets Asian mashup), Asian hamachi on crispy rice and a perfectly balanced Latin citrus Lobster with arepas dish. The drinks are well thought out, fresh takes on established ideas that pleased us. The paper moon has Roku gin, nori, sparkling sake. They place a strip of nori on top which hits your olfactory senses before the delicate sweetness meets your taste buds and it's great. We also tried their twist on an old fashioned with fat washed Japanese bourbon and cinnamon. Outstanding. I can't wait to go back with a group so we can do a tasting of correlating items where we compare the Latin and Asian dishes side by side.

First, I loved the music here. I expected as much being that it is a sound bar. The bar is dimly lit, intimate, and cozy. There were some reviews that said it is a small place. They did not lie, but they maximized the space well. I'll be honest, the service was slow. It was a full house when we arrived, but several tables had finished their food and/or were awaiting their checks. I had to ask a different server to let our server know we were ready. Even after that, it took awhile for us to put it in drink orders and subsequently food orders. For drinks, I had the Kill Guillermo, which was pretty good. For food, we ordered: the empanaditas, duck confit taco, corn fritters, citrus butter lobster, and crab burrito. The taco was by far the best out of all. The remaining dishes left much to be desired. I expected the flavor profiles of our food and plating to be executed better, considering the vibe that this place evokes. Overall, it isn't a bad place but i would return for strictly the music and cocktails.

The food was half the amount it should be barely fed one person The service was not good took them 20 minutes to bring menus and of course we were timed to 2 hours This is not New York City so there's that

Food was incredible! Lobster miso crepe + crab burrito were two highlights for me. The cocktails are tasty and creative. Great spot for a date night, has a great vibe. Service was also really on point and the food came out super quickly. Would definitely be back!

Food was good, drinks were not. Service was bad. We had a reservation. We were 15 minutes late, but had called ahead and let them know we were running late- they told us to come and they would hold it. However, when we got there they acted like it had never happened and said they gave our table away. They then told us to stand and wait. Eventually, the owner came up and apologized for the communication mishap and said he would take care of us. When he did this he repeatedly touched me and my friend on the shoulder and arm. He then touched my lower back as he walked by. I found this highly uncomfortable, I do not want to be touched by a stranger. Anyways, they said they'd comp some drinks and get us seated. We proceeded to wait 20 minutes to get sat, even though there were MANY empty tables that were never filled after that. Our waitress was also horrible. Treated me fine, but was rude to my friend. The music was great and the dj was awesome. But the service and staff were rude. Overall, would not come back.

This place is absolutely amazing! The experience and the atmosphere is elevated and top-notch. Everything is curated perfectly! I went by myself, and everyone from the person opening the door to being seated to the bartenders was all so inviting. The bartenders make delicious drinks and are very attentive! It is an intimate space, making it more relaxed and appealing. I didn't have food, but I am looking forward to returning soon to try some of the dishes. This place is setting the bar for the subpar places in Charlotte! Thank you for a great escape! I had a fantastic experience!

When you arrive you will have to pay for parking. Reservations are required if you want a seat. The place is small but a vibe with a gorgeous decor. People can sit at the bar but it's limited seating and it's first come first serve. We didn't make a reservation and there were no seats at the bar so we had to stand. The bartenders were very attentive We ordered their scallops as an appetizer (They were cooked just right) and some drinks. Because we had to stand we left early. However we enjoyed the experience and will visit again! (Sorry no pics)

From the second we got there, the experience was great! Everyone was very accommodating and it was an all around great vibe. The Lychee martini was wonderful and the East/West menu setup was very unique. There's definitely not a place like it in Charlotte and we will certainly be back!

I was excited to try this place as the setup from outside looked amazing. Really liked the vibe inside of cozy, intimate and dark. Like other reviewers said, it really reminds you of New York style clubs. The drinks were the best part, they have some talented bartenders there. The food was also really good. Charlotte food scene is abysmal and niche restaurants like this usually have nasty or non seasoned food. I'm happy to report that is not the case with Orosoko. The blue crab burritos it were amazing and the tacos melted in my mouth. Def a place I could try food at all day. Prices are on the higher end but hey that's Charlotte, at least here the money is worth it.

The place is cool but the customer service is NOT. maybe our server (tall female) was just having a bad day? We got sat around 10pm (they close at midnight on thursday) I got a bottle for the table since it's my friend birthday and server said " that's all you guys are drinking? that's it?" WOW give my group a chance to enjoy the ambience and then we will go from there! At the end when presented with bill on the Toast handheld, had the audacity to automatically have the 25% tip option selected, if the server was nicer we would all tip higher since we all work in the industry too! We still all left a 20% tip. Definitely will give it a second chance

I enjoyed my visit. The menu was unique in that it mirrored eachother on both sides. The left was a Latin version and the right was a Japanese version of the same dish. I definitely wouldn't go super hungry, but for drinks and snacks, I'd go again!

This past Friday night was the first chance my wife and I have had to try out the new Orosoko Sound Bar. What can I say but wow this team really has hit it out of the park with this concept. First off it looks and sounds incredible while The aesthetic is only part of the show... the menu is clever, well thought and perfectly executed. Not to be left out the staff are very friendly and extremely knowledgeable 10/10 across the board.

Incredible place! Unique and urban vibe (we've been waiting for this). Not trying at all, doesn't have to. Love it.

Super cool vibe. Easy place to hang with friends for drinks and some small plates. Love the fact they spent all that time and money on the anime website. Hope this one kills it!

I mean, this place is nice and the vibe is cool, but do you really want to pay $8 for a tiny bowl of peanuts? Or $10 for a single taco? Or $8 for a tiny bowl of edamame? It's just too expensive for what it is. There's no parking. I wanted to like this place, but it's just...fine.

This place is a vibe! LA-esque for sure. Great music (electronic sound), food, service, and atmosphere. I had the old fashioned and it was superb.

Ambiance is super cool. Very small place, limited seating. Not a place for big groups, but definitely a good date spot. We didn't get food, only drinks. But they were delicious! And the service was great. The waiter even gave us recommendations for where to go afterwards. Can't wait to go back for dinner!

Hostess at the front was very rude. This restaurant has strict 1.5 hour seating policy but it does not state that anywhere on open table. She basically told us a timer would begin as soon as we sat down. The experience was overrated and sound in bathrooms was deafening. The food was good but my friends and I will not be going back sadly.

The food, customer service, and ambiance was EVERYTHING! I would highly recommend and will be back soon.

Excellent service and classy space. Cool vibes and of course great sound- in total a very nice experience.

This place was awesome. The food and drinks were delicious. My favorite items were the chicken dumpling and the mushroom taco. The decor is modern and tasteful. The music was great & the sound system was stellar. We enjoyed the music without struggling to hear our conversation.  I can't wait to come back.

Vibe was good... drinks were just ok... but food was disappointing. .. all food didn't feel freshly made. Came out quickly but cold like it was premade in advance... plus the flavors weren't good either. Had to leave to go eat somewhere else

Beautiful ambiance and intimate space. The service was friendly and attentive. We did not eat food however the drinks were pretty well made and we do intend on returning at some point. Excellent place for photos and listening to some great music.

This place is awesome.. is the vibe charlotte needed, I hope more of this makes is way here. Morgan and Liza are your go to's, ask for them by name and they'll ensure you're shown an appropriate level of hospitality and kindness

Food and drinks were fantastic. Portions on the smaller side even though it's tapas. Tried nearly every dish, everything was great. Hoping they cycle items through menu often. Highly recommend.