VANA

Restaurant · Wilmore

VANA

Restaurant · Wilmore

1440 S Tryon St Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28203

Highlights

Hawaiian-Japanese restaurant with open kitchen, signature spoon

1440 S Tryon St Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28203 Get directions

@vanarestaurant

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Vana Review - Paia - Maui - The Infatuation

"Paia packs about 20 restaurants into three city blocks - and while you could set up a color-coded spreadsheet to map out where to eat in this small beachside town, save that energy for shopping in the area’s boutiques and just head to Vana. The Hawaiian-Japanese restaurant is located in a small, secret-garden-like space on the ground floor of the Paia Inn, so while it’s not great for large groups, come here with one or two people and pick a few dishes to share alongside cocktails. Just make sure you each get your own Vana Spoon, their signature dish that’s a combination of sea urchin and caviar in a thickened dashi sauce with yuzu, wasabi, and lime because it’s one of the best single bites you’ll ever eat. Vana also has steaks and pastas, and serves brunch daily with a pork belly benedict that will have you voluntarily waking up early on vacation." - Leah Ponichtera

https://www.theinfatuation.com/maui/reviews/vana

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Love Martinique

Google

We were walking by this cozy corner spot and smelt the food and decided to stop and eat. Glad we did! They didn’t disappoint ♥️ We got the mimosa pitcher,the fresh catch Snapper,it was roasted with oranges and rosemary 🤤🤤 the snapper was falling off the bones,literally. The house grits had a hint of lime,quite the twist to a southern dish. My fiancé loved the burger but he couldn’t stop eating my fish(large enough for 2). The ambience is nice, waitress was very attentive. Love that you are able to see your food prepared. Will return soon.

HJC

Google

Had a fantastic meal at Vana. Loved the open kitchen and design. The food was incredible- we had the burrata, the Elote corn special, the tomato salad, the carmelized veggies and we shared the ribeye!!! They also had a special drink on the menu- a coconut lime margarita that was outrageous. Everything was really amazing and our server James was on point and very knowledgeable about the menu. Can’t wait to go back!

Victoria Chebotaeva

Google

Food: Wonderful brunch menu! We took three different dishes, but Prosciutto Flatbread is the best. Don’t forget to add mimosa to your order, they have 4 different tastes. We took classic one. One of us have garlic allergy, made a sauce sub with no problems. Place: Open kitchen with open fire. Love it! Love the smell. Smell of wood and fire is the best choice for cozy weekend brunch. Restrooms are comfortable, mirrors are super clean. People: Hostess and waiters are welcoming and friendly, gave some recommendations on food. 10/10 Highly recommend.

Jen M

Google

LOVED the food here. The portions aren't huge but the flavor is. Every dish had a unique touch. The place smells like smoke so just plan on smelling like you've been sitting by a camp fire once you leave. The service was also very friendly. We got the charred veggies and they tasted great. The pork cheek has a funky name but the flavor and consistency was great. The chorizo flat bread is slap your momma good. My least favorite was likely the dessert which was the Milk coconut passion fruit cake. I was expecting it to be more moist. It tasted good I just would have liked a little more moisture; maybe even like a tres leches consistency would have been epic. But the flavor of the cake was good.

Cindy Stockwell

Google

The restaurant has a great vibe!! The kitchen is the center of attraction with all eyes on the amazing presentations they prepare right in front of you! Watching the Chef take the time on every dish with such attention to detail was incredible. There is no cooktop, only an open fire to heat up the food!! The food is unique and best to come with an open mind. The dishes can be unusual but the flavors are amazing. The service was excellent, our waiter was very knowledgeable and was on point with his recommendations. Great place to go with a date! You most likely will need a reservation, but totally worth the call!!!

Raquel S

Google

Beautiful space perfect for date night! We shared a bunch of small plates -- crudo, salad, roasted beets, kimchi, braised boar, pork cheeks, peanut butter custard, and bread pudding. Everything was consistly 4 stars. The standout dish to me was the pork cheeks. Our server was fantastic! They don't take reservations so get there early.

syd

Google

Great service and atmosphere. It wasn’t crowded at all for Sunday brunch. I did not like the steak and eggs I ordered. I should’ve told them to cook it more since I’m pregnant, but it was pretty underseasoned. The steak was really fatty and not that tender. Beautifully plated though. My cousin ordered the chorizo and eggs which was really good. We got the $15 french toast for my 2 year old, as they don’t really have a kids menu. So not much of a family spot. They didn’t even have kids cups or anything. But the french toast was delicious and also beautifully plated. I was really disappointed with my steak and eggs but overall the experience was pretty good. I probably would only return for dinner with adult friends.

Elsie Mufuka

Google

This was so perfect for my party of 16. It was my birthday and they were so attentive. They even made a special birthday drink for me. The food was amazing and tapas and large dish style. It was an atmosphere to share dinner like thanksgiving dinner. It brought my sister close and they service was fast. David and Giselle was awesome