Charleston Cafe Menu

Welcome to Charleston Cafe, a delightful eatery nestled in the heart of Palermo, Italy. This cafe exquisitely blends a warm atmosphere with an enticing menu that celebrates seafood and traditional Italian flavors.

• OYSTER & FISH BAR: Indulge in the “Selezione Charleston” oysters or try the daily fish tartare, a highlight that impresses with freshness and flavor.
• PIZZE AL PADELLINO: The pizzette offer unique combinations, like shrimps paired with creamy burrata, an absolute must-try.
• SECONDI | MAIN COURSE: Savor the rich parmigiana di melanzane or the grilled entrecôte, perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection.

With rave reviews praising the friendly service and cozy ambiance, it's clear that Charleston Cafe is more than just a meal; it’s an experience. Whether enjoying a morning cappuccino with a fabulous almond croissant or a delightful dinner, prepare for a culinary journey that captivates the senses.

OYSTER & FISH BAR

• Ostriche "Selezione Charleston"

  Oysters

  €5.00

• Gamberi rossi

  Red Prowns

  €4.50

• Scampi

  Langoustine

  €5.50

• Tartare di pesce del giorno

  Fish tartare of the day

  €14.00

PER INIZIARE… | START EATING…

• UNA SELEZIONE DI GOLOSITÀ SICILIANE | A SELECTION OF SICILIAN DELIGHTS (x2)

  Caponata di melanzane, cacao e mandorle | Polpette di sarde in agrodolce | Panelle e crocchè Palermitane | Pizza bianca al padellino Aubergine “Caponata”, cocoa and almonds | Sicilian sardineballs | Chickpeas panelle and potato croquettes | white Pizza

  €29.00

• Cocktail di gamberi rossi, scarola e polvere di pomodoro | Red shrimp cocktail, escarole and tomato powder

  €16.00

• Tartare di manzo alla Mediterranea, pane croccante e salsa tartara | Beef tartare, crispy bread and tartar sauce

  €12.00

• Calamari e calamaretti fritti, lime e miele | Fried squid with lime and honey

  €14.00

• SIGNATURE - Tagliatella di seppia e asparago di mare | Cuttlefish tagliatelle and “salicornia”

  €15.00

PIZZE AL PADELLINO

• Gamberi e burrata | Shrimps and burrata cheese

  €12.00

• Mozzarella di bufala e prosciutto crudo | Buffalo mozzarella cheese and ham

  €12.00

• Sfincione Palermitano

  Salsa di pomodoro, cipolla, acciughe, formaggio caciocavallo Tomato sauce; onion, anchovies, “Caciocavallo” Cheese

  €10.00

PASTA

• Spaghetti alle vongole veraci e bottarga di tonno rosso del mediterraneo | Spaghetti with clams and Mediterranean red tuna bottarga

  €21.00

• Linguine ai ricci di mare | Linguine pasta with sea urchins

  €25.00

• Cavatelli con guanciale, pesto di basilico, mandorle, limone e zenzero | Cavatelli pasta with bacon, basil pesto, almonds, lemon and ginger

  €16.00

• SIGNATURE - Paccheri alla Charleston

  Paccheri con Nettare di gambero rosso, gambero bianco e rosso | Paccheri pasta with white and red prown

  €22.00

• SIGNATURE - Melanzana Charleston

  Melanzana fritta farcita con cavatelli al pomodoro, mozzarella e basilico fresco | Fried aubergine with Cavatelli pasta with tomato, mozzarella cheese and fresh basil

  €22.00

SECONDI | MAIN COURSE

• Parmigiana di Melanzane | Eggplant parmesan

  €19.00

• Trancio di pescato del giorno all’eoliana | Fish of the day “eoliana style” with tomato, capers and olives

  €22.00

• Entrecote alla brace, salsa al pepe e patatine fritte | Grilled entrecôte, black pepper sauce and french fries

  €24.00

• SIGNATURE - Involtini di pesce spada Charleston e insalata estiva | Charleston swordfish roll

  (Oscar della Cucina Italiana 1971) | (Oscar of Italian cuisine 1971)

  €22.00

• Chateaubriand di manzo, salsa all’uva e verdure di stagione saltate | Beef Chateaubriand, Grape Sauce and Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables

  €30.00

CONTORNI | SIDES

• Patatine fritte fresche | Fresh french fries

  €7.00

• Verdure di stagione ripassate | Pan-cooked seasonal vegetables

  €7.00

• Insalata verde | Green salad

  €6.00

• Patate, olive, capperi, cipolla rossa, pomodorini, origano | Potatoes, olives, capers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, oregano

  €9.00

• SIDES

  Potatoes, olives, capers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, oregano