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Venue Brief

South End listening bar built around a hi-fi sound system, with dark wood and plants, Asian- and Latin-leaning small plates and a seasonal tasting menu.

Venue Details

Vibe
Chic/LuxuryDate NightUpbeat
Age guide
25-45
Dress code
Smart Casual
Cuisine
Pan-Asian
Latin American
Tapas/Share Plate
Demographic
Locals
Young Professionals
Couples
Music genre
Lounge/Chill House
House
Price
$$$$
Open season
Year-round
Clientele
Locals
American
Offerings
Table Service
Private Dining
Open times
Mon Closed
Tue 5 – 10 PM
Wed 5 PM – 12 AM
Thu 5 PM – 12 AM
Fri 5 PM – 2 AM Best
Sat 5 PM – 2 AM Busy
Sun Closed
Vibe score
8.2 / 10

Address

130 W Bland St, Charlotte, NC 28203

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About OROSOKO Sound Bar

Warm wood slats, a glowing brick wall, a chandelier over leather banquettes and window-side plants set the scene, and the sound system is the centerpiece. Food comes as small plates drawing on Asian and Latin kitchens, including a yellowtail offered in more than one version and a lobster ramen, or as a chef's seasonal tasting menu that the kitchen will adapt, for example for guests who skip red meat. Bartenders are the most praised element, crafting off-menu drinks to order. Reviews split sharply on the sound: some love the energy, while others find the bass-heavy volume too loud to talk over and the two-top tables cramped. Portions are small and prices high, with a vodka pour at $20. It opens at five Tuesday to Saturday, closing at ten on Tuesday, midnight midweek and two on Friday and Saturday. Spend runs $30–90, and it holds 4.3 stars from about 230 Google reviews.