The taste is full of science and technology, but I don’t know if it’s a lot of hard work.
Brittany Correa
Excellent and delicious hotpot, attentive and fast service, and affordable pricing. My Szechuan pepper soup with beef and rice noodle was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend coming here for a unique and fun dining experience!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Pork Gyoza, Ingredients for the Broth, Soup
Yenan Xu
Very good taste
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noomwa Lis (Noom-wa)
Super clean and welcoming. Food is not typical Chinese-American food, rather very traditional regional Chinese cuisine. Will come again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soup
Mara Jade
Delicious food and excellent service... server was very knowledgeable about the gluten-free options for me. Great value and the food is extremely filling.
Dietary restrictions: Good gluten-free options... at least half of the menu is gluten-free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Stone Pot
Samhitha Muppana
The noodles here are very tasty and the portion sizes are huge. My friend and I each got our own dish, and we honestly could have shared one. The staff here is extremely kind and made me a great vegetarian option. It was a dry noodle dish with some veggies on top, but they have good veggie soup too if you like noodle soup! My favorite dish is the pumpkin cake!!! Get the pumpkin cakes if you come here it’s AMAZING and I will be back just for those! The restaurant itself is super cute and very neat and fresh. EDIT: I did come back twice for the mixed noodles, chili oil, and boba. Their boba is good too, it’s soft and not too sweet, and the chili oil is the star of the show. Also the woman here remembered me and my friend and we got so excited!♥️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soup
Nun Yobitnes
Great service great food great prices
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emily Zhong
One of my favorite chains, super easy and feels like home. Their service is always good. I was hesitant to order take out but they were so fast, even at closing and even wrapped nicely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rohan Patel
If you’re looking for a place that delivers speed, quality, and flavor during a busy lunch break, Ten Seconds is the perfect spot. This restaurant lives up to its name, providing fast, efficient service without compromising on taste.
The food came out piping hot, exactly what you need to satisfy midday hunger. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick meal or just something hearty and satisfying, their menu hits the mark. The staff were friendly, professional, and clearly take their service seriously, ensuring every customer feels well cared for.
Ten Seconds is the ultimate solution for a quick, delicious, and stress-free lunch break. I’ll definitely be back!
Parking: Tesla chargers and other parking available
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Raquel Nuñez
Delicious authentic Chinese noodles, SUPER attentive staff, and a relaxed, clean atmosphere! Our server, Maggie gave us great recommendations, and she went ABOVE AND BEYOND to serve us quickly and kindly. This place truly had one of the fastest services I have ever experienced. ALL of our food came out less than five minutes after we ordered.
I highly recommend trying the tangy cold spicy sour cucumber appetizer or the popcorn chicken, which was perfectly crispy with just a hint of cinnamon-like sweetness.
The Szechuan Pepper Soup was super aromatic and flavorful, but be prepared to have your tongue feel a bit numb due to the type of peppers used. The beef flank is always slow cooked for four hours before being served, and it was so juicy and tender!
My favorite dish, however, was the beef mixed rice noodle. The noodles were melt-in-your mouth delicious, the sauce was impeccably prepared, and if you like dry-roasted peanuts, this dish is LOADED with them.
Ten Seconds is a HIDDEN GEM in Ballantyne! We’ll be back!
Parking: Shopping Center parking lot with plenty of spaces.
Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap spots close by the entrance.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ana Maria Barella
I ordered the spring rolls. PROS: They were fresh and hot. CONS: They were not very flavorful and they were very small - about 3 inches long.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
mimi
There is NOTHING and I mean Nothing better than their Szechuan pepper soup ughhh. I come here at least once every month or so specifically now that it’s getting colder it hits so hard.
I’ve had almost everything on their menu so trust, if it’s your first time here, for the love of Luigi, you have to get the Szechuan Pepe with flank or beef slice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ingredients for the Broth
Adrika Culturally Vibrant
I very rarely post a negative review but this experience warrants it. I will try to be as nice as I can since this is peoples’ livelihoods and as a supporter of small businesses, it’s important to me to make sure they continue existing, regardless of my personal experience.
Unfortunately, we had a terrible experience here. We’ve been to Ten Seconds as a family 4 times. This time, we asked for a broth that was non pork to accommodate one person. The only option they had was the tomato broth which genuinely tasted like they had poured tinned/canned soups into a pot and added some water to call it a day. The taste was foul. Between 4 people, only 2 tried to stomach it.
I then opted for my own soup and ordered the spicy beef hot pot with rice. It came out and similarly, the taste was terrible. All of the toppings were soggy and overcooked, mixed together in what I can only describe as mush. The broth itself tasted like vinegar and meat broth combined. I took one bite and let the server know that it wasn’t good, and I would like to send it back (something I rarely do).
Instead of being accommodating or kind, the server immediately had an attitude with me. She argued and said no one has ever sent back that particular dish. I said I understand, but for me personally, this was not a good dish. She then proceeded to raise her voice at me and tell me she was going to bring her manager in - expecting me to back off. I told her I have no problems speaking to a manager. She literally scoffed and then went into the kitchen, then came out and angrily dismissed me to tell me she would remove the item from my bill. I have never had such an experience at any restaurant ever, and having worked in the hospitality industry myself for 3 years, I would never behave in this kind of way - especially when the customer isn’t being rude about their experience, but rather giving feedback and nicely but firmly asking for a solution.
After that interaction, we were essentially ignored by their serving team and had to go up to the cash register to pay our bill (whereas other customers received their bills at their tables).
I was so appalled at this experience that I have been reflecting on whether or not to share it, and ultimately decided to as it’s been 3 days and I’m still confused and upset at how we were treated.
The only good things I have to say are that the fried spring rolls and shrimp shumai (dumplings) were delicious with a sweet soy sauce. I wouldn’t order anything else nor will I ever be coming back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
richie rich
Wow, wow and WOW. I haven’t been able to stop thinking ab this food since I stopped by. The pigs ears, and cucumbers were perfection incarnate. The soup was everything I hoped for (get the spicy even if you don’t like spicy and just ask for mild!). I’m counting down the days until I’m back in Charlotte just so I can pay another visit. The service was exceptional and you can’t beat their prices!!!! 10/10 experience all around. The only single thing that could make it better is if they served Asahi beer. Lol Otherwise no complaints!! A must visit for Chinese food fans. I can’t speak to authenticity but the flavors were unmatched to anything I’ve ever tried. I’m in love.
The taste is full of science and technology, but I don’t know if it’s a lot of hard work.
Excellent and delicious hotpot, attentive and fast service, and affordable pricing. My Szechuan pepper soup with beef and rice noodle was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend coming here for a unique and fun dining experience!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Pork Gyoza, Ingredients for the Broth, Soup
Very good taste
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super clean and welcoming. Food is not typical Chinese-American food, rather very traditional regional Chinese cuisine. Will come again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soup
Delicious food and excellent service... server was very knowledgeable about the gluten-free options for me. Great value and the food is extremely filling.
Dietary restrictions: Good gluten-free options... at least half of the menu is gluten-free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Stone Pot
The noodles here are very tasty and the portion sizes are huge. My friend and I each got our own dish, and we honestly could have shared one. The staff here is extremely kind and made me a great vegetarian option. It was a dry noodle dish with some veggies on top, but they have good veggie soup too if you like noodle soup! My favorite dish is the pumpkin cake!!! Get the pumpkin cakes if you come here it’s AMAZING and I will be back just for those! The restaurant itself is super cute and very neat and fresh.
EDIT: I did come back twice for the mixed noodles, chili oil, and boba. Their boba is good too, it’s soft and not too sweet, and the chili oil is the star of the show. Also the woman here remembered me and my friend and we got so excited!♥️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soup
Great service great food great prices
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of my favorite chains, super easy and feels like home. Their service is always good. I was hesitant to order take out but they were so fast, even at closing and even wrapped nicely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you’re looking for a place that delivers speed, quality, and flavor during a busy lunch break, Ten Seconds is the perfect spot. This restaurant lives up to its name, providing fast, efficient service without compromising on taste.
The food came out piping hot, exactly what you need to satisfy midday hunger. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick meal or just something hearty and satisfying, their menu hits the mark. The staff were friendly, professional, and clearly take their service seriously, ensuring every customer feels well cared for.
Ten Seconds is the ultimate solution for a quick, delicious, and stress-free lunch break. I’ll definitely be back!
Parking: Tesla chargers and other parking available
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious authentic Chinese noodles, SUPER attentive staff, and a relaxed, clean atmosphere! Our server, Maggie gave us great recommendations, and she went ABOVE AND BEYOND to serve us quickly and kindly. This place truly had one of the fastest services I have ever experienced. ALL of our food came out less than five minutes after we ordered.
I highly recommend trying the tangy cold spicy sour cucumber appetizer or the popcorn chicken, which was perfectly crispy with just a hint of cinnamon-like sweetness.
The Szechuan Pepper Soup was super aromatic and flavorful, but be prepared to have your tongue feel a bit numb due to the type of peppers used. The beef flank is always slow cooked for four hours before being served, and it was so juicy and tender!
My favorite dish, however, was the beef mixed rice noodle. The noodles were melt-in-your mouth delicious, the sauce was impeccably prepared, and if you like dry-roasted peanuts, this dish is LOADED with them.
Ten Seconds is a HIDDEN GEM in Ballantyne! We’ll be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Parking: Shopping Center parking lot with plenty of spaces.
Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap spots close by the entrance.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered the spring rolls. PROS: They were fresh and hot. CONS: They were not very flavorful and they were very small - about 3 inches long.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
There is NOTHING and I mean Nothing better than their Szechuan pepper soup ughhh. I come here at least once every month or so specifically now that it’s getting colder it hits so hard.
I’ve had almost everything on their menu so trust, if it’s your first time here, for the love of Luigi, you have to get the Szechuan Pepe with flank or beef slice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ingredients for the Broth
I very rarely post a negative review but this experience warrants it. I will try to be as nice as I can since this is peoples’ livelihoods and as a supporter of small businesses, it’s important to me to make sure they continue existing, regardless of my personal experience.
Unfortunately, we had a terrible experience here. We’ve been to Ten Seconds as a family 4 times. This time, we asked for a broth that was non pork to accommodate one person. The only option they had was the tomato broth which genuinely tasted like they had poured tinned/canned soups into a pot and added some water to call it a day. The taste was foul. Between 4 people, only 2 tried to stomach it.
I then opted for my own soup and ordered the spicy beef hot pot with rice. It came out and similarly, the taste was terrible. All of the toppings were soggy and overcooked, mixed together in what I can only describe as mush. The broth itself tasted like vinegar and meat broth combined. I took one bite and let the server know that it wasn’t good, and I would like to send it back (something I rarely do).
Instead of being accommodating or kind, the server immediately had an attitude with me. She argued and said no one has ever sent back that particular dish. I said I understand, but for me personally, this was not a good dish. She then proceeded to raise her voice at me and tell me she was going to bring her manager in - expecting me to back off. I told her I have no problems speaking to a manager. She literally scoffed and then went into the kitchen, then came out and angrily dismissed me to tell me she would remove the item from my bill. I have never had such an experience at any restaurant ever, and having worked in the hospitality industry myself for 3 years, I would never behave in this kind of way - especially when the customer isn’t being rude about their experience, but rather giving feedback and nicely but firmly asking for a solution.
After that interaction, we were essentially ignored by their serving team and had to go up to the cash register to pay our bill (whereas other customers received their bills at their tables).
I was so appalled at this experience that I have been reflecting on whether or not to share it, and ultimately decided to as it’s been 3 days and I’m still confused and upset at how we were treated.
The only good things I have to say are that the fried spring rolls and shrimp shumai (dumplings) were delicious with a sweet soy sauce. I wouldn’t order anything else nor will I ever be coming back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Wow, wow and WOW. I haven’t been able to stop thinking ab this food since I stopped by. The pigs ears, and cucumbers were perfection incarnate. The soup was everything I hoped for (get the spicy even if you don’t like spicy and just ask for mild!). I’m counting down the days until I’m back in Charlotte just so I can pay another visit. The service was exceptional and you can’t beat their prices!!!! 10/10 experience all around. The only single thing that could make it better is if they served Asahi beer. Lol Otherwise no complaints!! A must visit for Chinese food fans. I can’t speak to authenticity but the flavors were unmatched to anything I’ve ever tried. I’m in love.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soup
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