Ricezilla, a family-run Thai-Burmese restaurant, quietly slipped open its doors this week at Eastland Promenade on Albemarle Road, bringing pad thai, Burmese soups and grilled dumplings to east Charlotte. Tucked into a small space among neighborhood shops, the spot is built for both dine-in regulars and quick takeout runs, according to The Charlotte Observer.
As reported by The Charlotte Observer, the owners describe Ricezilla as a family operation that blends Thai and Burmese traditions, and the restaurant is now open. The Observer points to must-try plates like pad thai, spring rolls, grilled dumplings and a spicy glazed chicken that leans into bolder flavors.
Ricezilla notes on its website that “Every dish we serve carries the warmth of our family kitchen and the rich culinary traditions of Thailand,” and its online menu backs that up with Thai staples alongside Burmese dishes such as mohinga and tea leaf salad. The site lists hours from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and confirms both pickup and dine-in service.
Where to find it
Ricezilla is listed at 5534 Albemarle Road, Suite 107, on its online ordering page, according to Toast. The restaurant sits next to the long-running Myanmar Asian Market, as noted in a local business listing on MapQuest.
What to order
Early coverage has flagged pad thai, spring rolls, grilled dumplings and spicy glazed chicken as the opening standouts, a mix that shows off both Thai technique and Burmese influence. The Charlotte Observer singled out those dishes as highlights from the debut menu.
Guests can expect counter service, straightforward pricing and a compact dining room that leans into neighborhood takeout and quick, no-fuss dinners. With Ricezilla now in the mix, east Charlotte gets another casual stop for Southeast Asian flavors without having to leave the neighborhood.
