Aria Tuscan Grill – Italian
Aria Tuscan Grill transports diners to the sun-drenched hills of Italy with a sophisticated atmosphere where the comforting aroma of warm, house-made focaccia and slow-simmered meatballs fills the air. The kitchen celebrates bold Mediterranean flavors through artfully plated dishes like charred octopus and golden mushroom arancini, alongside pillows of caramelized gnocchi that melt on the tongue. From the delicate brightness of bluefin tuna crudo to the rustic warmth of traditional pasta fagioli, every plate offers a refined yet soulful journey through the heart of Tuscan cuisine.
Aria Tuscan Grill, East Trade Street, Uptown, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28202, United States https://www.ariacharlotte.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, low-carb, gluten-free, vegetarian, keto, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, diabetic, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, raw-food, tlc, detox, volumetrics, slow-carb, candida, mayo-clinic, pegan, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- House Made Focaccia - $14: Sea Salt + Rosemary, Burro di Parma, Head of Roasted Garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fritto Misto - $20: Fresh Calamari, Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp, Smelt, Artichoke, Eggplant, Citrus Aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- PEI Mussels - $16: Steamed, White Wine, Shallots, Garlic Confit, Charred Scallion Butter, Grilled Paesano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Bluefin Tuna Crudo - $18: Shaved Radicchio, Blood Orange Vinaigrette, Fresh Herbs, Local Citrus, EVOO, Sea Salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pasta Fagioli - $14: Ditalini, Braised Wagyu Beef, Local Kale, Cannellini Beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Caramelized Gnocchi - $12: Prosciutto di Parma, Shaved Pear, Gorgonzola Crema, Truffle Oil Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Charred Octopus - $18: Squid Ink Aioli, Red Chimichurri Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Mushroom Arancini - $16: Porcini Mushroom Infused Risotto, Fontina Fonduta, Shaved Black Truffle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Tomato Braised Meatballs (6) - $12: Pecorino, Fresh Herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Tomato Braised Meatballs (9) - $16: Pecorino, Fresh Herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Cheese + Meat Board - $25: Grana Padano, Robiola, Gorgonzola Picante, Fennel Salami, Olive Cured Salami, Prosciutto di Parma, Seasonal Mostarda, Giardiniera Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins
- Baby Gem Caesar Salad - $12: Parmigiano, Red Onion, Creamy Parmesan Dressing, White Anchovies Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Volumetrics
- Arugula Salad - $15: Local Persimmon, Ricotta Salata, Candied Pepitas, Radicchio, Green Onion, Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Siano Burrata - $15: Marinated Beet + Local Citrus Salad, Toasted Pistachio, Fennel Pollen, EVOO Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Margherita - $17: Buffalo Mozzarella, Red Sauce, Arugula, Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Wild Mushroom - $18: Caramelized Onion, Goat Cheese, Arugula, Truffle Oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sausage - $20: House Made Fennel Sausage, Roasted Garlic, Mozzarella, Broccoli Rabe, Red Onion, Pickled Fresno Chili Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Potato Gnocchi - $28: Braised Wagyu Short Rib Ragout, Tomato, Sweet Onion, Red Wine, Ricotta Salata Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mascarpone Polenta Ravioli - $24: Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Garlic Confit, Shallots, White Wine Butter Sauce, 24 Month Aged Parmigiano Reggiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Nero Campanelle - $32: Lobster, Uni Butter, Scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Lamb Lasagna - $27: Herbed Sheep’s Milk Ricotta, Local Radish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pappardelle - $25: Braised Duck Ragout, 24 Month Aged Parmigiano Reggiano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Carbonara Roman Style - $19: House Made Spaghetti, Grated Pecorino Romano, Crisp Guanciale Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Grilled 12oz. Niman Ranch Pork Tomahawk - $36: Roasted Sweet Potatoes + Cipollini Onions, Miso Pan Sauce, Smoked Apple Mostarda Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tomato Risotto ai Frutti di Mare - $32: Grilled Skull Island Tiger Prawns, Wild Hokkaido Scallops, Radish, Salmoriglio Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating
- Crispy Chicken Parmigiana - $25: Bell + Evans Airline Chicken Breast, Marinara, Fresh Mozzarella, House Made Casarecce Pasta, Pecorino, Fresh Herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled 8oz. Grass Fed Australian Filet Mignon - $48: Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Pancetta Tessa, Local Frisee, Pesto alla Trapanese, Aged Balsamic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating
- 4 Hour Braised Australian Lamb Shank - $33: Celery Root Puré, Broccoli Rabe, Pistachio Gremolata Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- NC Mountain Trout - $28: Butternut Squash Puré, Roasted NC Squash, Wild Oyster Mushrooms, Sage Brown Butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Classic Tiramisu - $12: Lady Fingers, Mascarpone Crema, Espresso Bark, Espresso Whipped Cream, Lady Finger Crumble Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Seasonal Crostata - $14: Baked to Order, Sunflower Seed Crumble, Rose Water Honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Toasted Cassata Cake - $15: Chocolate Mascarpone, Candied Hazelnut, Pomegranate, Chocolate Orange Syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- La Scala Limoncello Martini - $12: House Made Limoncello, Orange, Lemon
- Thyme to Drink - $12: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, House Made Thyme Simple, Fresh Squeezed Orange + Lemon Juice, Burnt Orange
- Pisces Punch - $12: Malibu Coconut Rum, Pineapple, Lime
- Instant Crush - $12: El Jimador Silver Tequila, Aperol, House Made Strawberry Simple, Lime
- Skip the Wine - $12: 1792 Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey, House Made Rosemary Simple, Fresh Squeezed Orange + Lemon Juice
- My New Boo - $12: Mezcal, Malibu, Jalapeno Infused Pineapple Juice, Lime
- On Thin Ice - $12: Stoli Vanilla, OMB Copper Syrup, Bailey’s, Crème de Menthe
- Blackberry Fizz - $12: Bombay Sapphire, Basil, Lime, Blackberry Syrup, Sparkling Float
- Old Flame - $12: Orange Infused Gin, Triple Sec, Vermouth Rosso, Orange + Lemon
- Classic Negroni - $14: N.C. Cardinal Gin, Campari, Carpano Antica Vermouth
- Ginger Swizzle - $6: Ginger Beer, Fresh Mint, Lime
- Blood Orange Soda - $6: Blood Orange Syrup, Stone Fruit Nectar, Club Soda
- Bird Song Higher Ground IPA - $6: Draught Beer
- Peroni - $4.5: Draught Beer
- Aria Rotator: Seasonal Draught Beer