International Eats at The Arboretum: A Local’s Guide to Global Flavors
WOW! It's a sneaky little spot we call "international row" in the Arbo. Over the last few years, they've added everything from Japanese sushi and Korean fried chicken to Malaysian, Indian, Vietnamese and more, The Arboretum Shopping Center has become one of South Charlotte’s most diverse dining hubs. Use our foodie guide to pick your spot and know exactly what to order.
bb.q Chicken (Arboretum) — Korean Fried Chicken
Address: 8206 Providence Rd, Suite 1600, Charlotte, NC 28277
What to order: Golden Original (ultra-crispy classic), Honey Garlic, Soy Garlic, or Hot Mala wings. Add pickled radish and fries for the perfect combo.
Kung Fu Tea — Bubble Tea & Specialty Drinks
Address: 8200 Providence Rd, Ste 1000, Charlotte, NC 28277
What to order: Passion Fruit Green Tea or KF Milk Tea; for dessert-leaning, try the Strawberry Shortcake series with a milk cap.
Matcha Café Maiko — Japanese Matcha Desserts
Address: 8128 Providence Rd, Ste 900, Charlotte, NC 28277
What to order: Premium matcha soft serve, Hojicha frappé, layered parfait, or shave ice for a cool treat.
Sushiya Japan — Sushi, Ramen & Japanese Plates
Location: In the back of the center (look for the cozy dining room).
What to order: Arboretum Roll (signature), Dragon Roll, or Volcano Roll. Noodle lovers—check the ramen specials.
Szechuan Mansion Hotpot — Coming Soon!
What to expect: Bold Szechuan broths, thinly sliced meats, veggies and dipping sauces in a cook-your-own hotpot format. A great pick for groups.
Roz Grill — Modern Mediterranean
Address: 8200 Providence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28277
What to order: Stone-oven pita, hand-formed kebabs, and a mix-and-match Mediterranean plate.
Malaya Kitchen — Malaysian & Pan-Asian
Address: 8200 Providence Rd (Suite may vary)
What to order: Laksa or Nasi Lemak if available; satay skewers; or go Pan-Asian with crispy duck or curry entrées.
JOA Korean Food — Fast-Casual Korean
Address: 8016 Providence Rd, Ste 100, Charlotte, NC 28277
What to order: Bibimbap bowls, bulgogi wraps, or a comforting spicy stew.
Lula Bánh Mì & Pho — Vietnamese Sandwiches & Noodles
Address: 8200 Providence Rd, #700, Charlotte, NC 28277
What to order: Classic bánh mì (pork or chicken), plus a steaming bowl of beef or chicken pho with herbs and lime.
Portofino’s (Arboretum) — Italian Classics
What to order: House pastas (fettuccine alfredo, lasagna) or share a wood-fired pizza.
Super Pot — Hotpot/Asian Fusion
Address: 8206 Providence Rd, Ste 1500, Charlotte, NC 28277
What to order: Build-your-own hotpot (try spicy mala or herbal broths) with your favorite meats and veggies.
Curry Junction — Indian & Nepali
Address: 8200 Providence Rd, Suite 1100, Charlotte, NC 28277
What to order: Butter Chicken or Chicken Tikka Masala; try Nepali momo dumplings if available; don’t skip the garlic naan.
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