Aji Fusion — Restaurant in Greensboro

Disappointing Experience at AJ Fusion

Last Saturday, I went to AJ Fusion for lunch, and unfortunately, my experience from start to finish was far from pleasant.

Upon arrival, there was no host to seat us. Instead, the bartender shouted from across the bar, telling us to sit anywhere. After we sat down, she again yelled, asking if we wanted water. It took about 10 minutes for water and menus to arrive.

The bartender, who also served as our waitress, did not appear professional or well-groomed. There was a noticeable odor, and her hands looked unclean. Additionally, she seemed unfamiliar with the menu.

We started with empanadas as an appetizer, but they were inedible—greasy, with unmelted cheese and flavorless meat. They also lacked any accompanying sauce. We immediately sent them back.

For our entrées, we ordered chicken chaufa with added vegetables, steak chaufa with added vegetables, and chicken tacu tacu. The waitress mentioned a $1.99 upcharge for added vegetables, which was fine. However, when my dish arrived, there were no added vegetables—just a few broccoli stems and a small piece of broccoli that looked like it came from a frozen bag. Yet, I was charged $3.50 for the add-on.

The steak dish was the biggest disappointment—it tasted sour, as if the meat had gone bad or was marked down. When I brought this to the waitress’s attention, she simply said, “They just bought that meat!” and jotted down my complaint.

All the rice dishes were gummy and slimy, making the texture unappetizing.

Overall, the customer service, food quality, and pricing were extremely disappointing. At around $55 for this meal, I expected much better. This restaurant would greatly benefit from staff training and improved food handling. Unfortunately, I will not be returning.

Response to Owner/Management: Thank you for your response. I appreciate you taking the time to address my concerns, though I do find it interesting that it took three weeks for a reply, especially considering that I’ve seen you respond to other reviews much more quickly. No worries—just something to note regarding professionalism.

To clarify, I did bring these issues to the server’s attention, but unfortunately, they were not adequately addressed at the time. Regarding the empanadas, we tasted them and found them inedible, which is why we sent them back. The fact that others may enjoy them does not change our experience.

As for my comments about the server, my intention was not to be disrespectful but to highlight concerns about professionalism and hygiene—both of which are essential in the food service industry.

Additionally, my issue with the steak was not just about personal preference; it genuinely tasted off. If the marinade is meant to have a sour taste, that is something that should be clarified to customers.

I appreciate your invitation to give the restaurant another try, but given my experience, I will have to decline. I hope my feedback helps in improving both customer service and food quality...

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We will be back! Buena...