Don’t panic: Spam musubi still is being served in Columbus.

Aloha GoCupz, which has replaced Aloha Hawaiian BBQ & Asian Bistro in the Grandview Heights area, has not abandoned the dish — a slice of grilled Spam and a block of rice held together with bands of nori (two per order, $5).

The house-made teriyaki glaze gives the meat a pleasantly sweet counterpoint, said manager Bryant Gowdy, who was a skeptic before he tried it.

“It’s an experience,” Gowdy said. “Put your thoughts aside. It’s pretty good.”

A recent change in ownership has given the quick-casual restaurant (soon to be called simply GoCupz) a decidedly Korean edge, with build-your-own bowls and wraps featuring kalbi ($10), bulgogi ($9), pork ($8), chicken ($7.75), tempura shrimp ($7.75), tofu ($7.25) and veggies ($6.50).

Starting with a base of white or purple rice or clear noodles, customers can choose any of the eight toppings (avocado or house-made kimchi are $2 extra) and as many sauces, including a spicy Korean option that has three levels of heat.

The portions are ample without being heavy, Gowdy said.

“This is the popular thing, especially on your lunch break — get in and get out quickly,” he said. “It’s all fresh, and it’s very good for you.”

The 65-seat restaurant, which fronts West Fifth Avenue, has a mellow vibe, he said.

“First of all, the location is good,” he said. “We have a great atmosphere here; it’s relaxed, it’s quiet.”

The “Cupz” part of the equation involves soups — miso ($2), udon (vegetable, $6; shrimp, $7.50) and Korean ramen ($5).

Korean-style chicken wings (six for $7) are among the most popular items. Lightly floured, they’re fried twice for an extra-crunchy coating. They can be tossed in either a spicy chili sauce or a sweet soy sauce.

“They’re not the small, little wings,” Gowdy said. “They’re chunky chicken wings. You can see them from the next table, definitely.”

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