DELICIOUS BEGINNINGS

MOA opened in Uptown Charlotte in 2020. The name comes from the Korean word “moa”, meaning “come together”, and that idea is at the heart of the restaurant. We opened MOA hoping it would become a place where friends, families and coworkers gather around the grill, enjoy good food and share time with each other. Today we serve Korean BBQ at tabletop grills, along with banchan, Korean classics and a full bar, at 128 S Tryon St.

Korean Barbeque’s early origins can be dated back to more than 2000 years. Traditionally, Korea’s most common meat for indulging, through barbeque, is known as 삼겹살 (sahm-gyup-sahl). This pork cut is an un-marinated and fatty variety of the current barbeque style seen throughout America today which features a wide range of delicious meats which has since become a trend, arising in the 80’s.

Good to know

Do I need a reservation?

Reservations are not required, but you can book ahead on OpenTable or call (704) 503-9412.

Where do I park?

Metered street parking and paid garages are nearby. On weekends, we validate up to $15 of parking at the First Citizens Plaza garage only.

When is last seating?

Last seating is 30 minutes before closing. We close between lunch and dinner, 2:30–4:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday, and we are closed on Mondays.

Can you host groups and parties?

Yes. Our mezzanine seats about 20, and our semi-private inner dining area seats about 50. We offer group party packages. Send us a request on our Events page.

Are dogs allowed?

Dogs are welcome on our outdoor patio. Inside, only service dogs are allowed.

Is MOA good for kids?

Yes. We have a kids' menu, high chairs and a changing table.

Do you have vegetarian options?

Yes. Ask your server for recommendations.

Are you open on holidays?

We are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Another form of early Korean grilling is known as bool-goh-gi, a marinated, thinly-sliced cut of beef in a char-broiled and flavorful sauce. In early Korean tradition, meat was considered a luxury. Additionally, in a time where Korea was considered a poor country, the only meats that were consumed and prepared, were typically through soups and stews. However, whenever meat became available, Korea wanted to prepare this meat in the most delicious way possible thus sparking the movement of modern Korean Barbeque as it is known today.

WHAT IS IT?

Modern Korean Barbeque is a combination where dining and cooking take the spotlight. The experience starts by gathering around a tabletop grill with family and friends. Guests then choose from a selection of raw meats in which they are expected to grill by themselves. While this experience has become common practice for many all-you-can Korean Barbeque restaurants, at MOA, we aim to serve guests with the highest quality, raw meats, including dry-aged beef options, while also providing an upscale, full service where our servers will handle all of the grilling in order to get the most enjoyment out of your barbequing experience.