PARA – Mediterranean
PARA pulses with a vibrant, modern energy, inviting guests into a stylish sanctuary where bold global influences and creative comfort food collide. The kitchen masterfully balances heat and heart, serving up everything from the smoky char of roasted broccoli and jerk-spiced karaage to the rich, savory indulgence of short rib dumplings. It is a destination designed for spirited social dining, where every shared plate—from crispy calamari to pillowy crab rangoon buns—celebrates a playful and boundary-pushing approach to fusion.
PARA, 235, West Tremont Avenue, South End, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28203, United States +17048120607 https://www.paraclt.com/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Sharables
- Warm Spinach Dip - $13: three cheese spinach dip served with toasted baguette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Calamari - $17: wild-caught Rhode Island calamari lightly battered with peppers served with house lemon aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Charred Broccoli - $13: charred broccoli florets tossed in honey-miso on a bed of hummus topped with crispy boondi Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Short Rib Dumplings - $17: braised short rib dumplings in a mushroom dashi broth with jalapeño and chili oil (DF) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken Karaage - $16: crispy Japanese style fried chicken bites infused with Jamaican jerk spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asian Crab Cakes - $21: sriracha, sesame, togarashi aioli, charred lemon, arugula Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Rangoon Buns - $17: fried and steamed buns filled with crab and cream cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef B Wings (6 Wings) - $16: fresh & crispy chicken wings tossed in your choice of house made sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef B Wings (12 Wings) - $24: fresh & crispy chicken wings tossed in your choice of house made sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Classic Caesar - $12: romaine, garlic croutons, lemon caesar dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spring Greens + Grains - $15: mixed greens, quinoa, almonds, grapes, radish, feta, white balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Spicy Rigatoni - $18: pasta in vodka cream sauce with italian calabrian chili, finished with crispy garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Salmon - $30: seasoned and grilled salmon served with mash potatoes and brussels Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Tuscan Surf & Turf - $48: 6oz grilled filet, sautéed shrimp, house-made alfredo, topped with parmigiano reggiano
- Braised Short Rib Burgundy - $32: rich red wine gravy, garlic mashed potatoes
- Filet + Frites - $42: 6oz filet, chimichurri, garlic parmesan fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Masala Lamb Chops + Frites - $34: indian spiced new zealand lamb chops served with our garlic parmesan fries
Sides
- Garlic Parmesan Truffle Fries - $8: french fries served with chimichurri aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Brussels - $8: crispy, caramelized, and irresistibly delicious Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Broccoli - $6: charred & crisp
- Garlic Mash - $7: creamy & garlicky Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Crème Brûlée Cheesecake - $11: vanilla cheesecake, caramelized brûlée sugar crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- 10-Minute Skillet Cookie - $10: served out of the oven and topped with our house made mint chip ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Restaurants near PARA
- Arbol Eatery — Mediterranean
- Dandelion Market — Mediterranean
- The Fig Tree Restaurant — Mediterranean
- The Jimmy — Mediterranean
- Mezzo Market — Mediterranean
- Le Kebab Mediterranean Grill — Mediterranean
- La Lima Sangucheria — Spanish
- QC Pour House — American
- The Wine Loft — American
- Summit Coffee — American
- Spoons — American
- PIE.ZAA — Italian
