Before trying Futo Buta my experience with ramen started and stopped with the $0.25 oriental flavored microwave variety. After trying with a group of friends shortly after they opened last year this is one of my favorite spots.
Be prepared to wait Futo Buta--located off the Bland Street light rail stop--is a small spot that reminds me of restaurants I've tried in NYC, you're going to be shoulder to shoulder with strangers no matter where you sit in this restaurant.
The menu consist of various ramen dishes that range from vegetarian to hearty. Adding pork belly and duck to the ramen are two of my favorite options. The food is perfectly seasoned and all the taste mesh great together and the price is good. If you're looking for something different or to show off Charlotte to out of town guest you can't go wrong with Futo Buta.