Ten Seconds

Ten Seconds is a Chinese noodle restaurant at 3429 Toringdon Way in Charlotte, NC, in the Ballantyne area. The restaurant focuses on hot pot soups and rice noodles, with customer reviews highlighting fresh, hot traditional rice noodles and a range of flavorful broth options. Whether you are stopping in for a first visit or returning for a familiar favorite, Ten Seconds offers a menu with enough variety to make choosing part of the experience.

Hot pot is a standout here. Reviewers mention the Original Hot Pot and broth bases that include spicy, sour-spicy, pickled pepper, and tomato. For diners who enjoy warming soups and the lively flavors associated with Szechuan-style cooking, these choices offer different ways to shape a meal around your preferred level and style of heat. The traditional rice noodle dish is another frequent favorite: one longtime customer describes it as fresh, hot, spicy, and generously accompanied by ingredients. If you are deciding what to try, those customer favorites are a useful place to start, while the menu’s variety leaves room to explore on later visits.

The meal can also include appetizers and drinks. Customer feedback mentions hot and cold appetizers, spring rolls, and strawberry fruit tea, with one first-time visitor enjoying the spring rolls and tea. These details make Ten Seconds a possibility not only for a full noodle or hot pot meal, but also for diners who want to begin with a lighter bite or try something refreshing alongside a spicy dish. Reviews describe a welcoming arrival, with one guest noting that the staff greeted them promptly and invited them to sit. Another repeat customer says the staff remember their preferred dish, a personal touch that can make returning feel familiar.

Ten Seconds may suit couples, families, friends, and curious first-time diners looking for Chinese noodles or hot pot in Charlotte. A parent mentions visiting with a daughter, while other reviews describe sharing the experience with a spouse or a friend who enjoys Asian food. The menu’s multiple broth styles and broad range of choices can work well when everyone wants to explore, though diners who are sensitive to spice may want to consider the broth options before ordering. The restaurant has a 4.7 rating from 282 reviews, offering a helpful snapshot of customer feedback without replacing your own preferences.

Find Ten Seconds at 3429 Toringdon Way, Charlotte, NC 28277. It is open daily from 11:00 a.m.; closing is 9:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. That schedule makes it an option for lunch or dinner throughout the week. For a first visit, consider the traditional rice noodles or one of the hot pot broths, then add an appetizer or fruit tea if it suits your meal. A welcoming local choice for noodles, hot pot, and a meal shared at your own pace.