Parla Menu
Parla, located in Boston's North End, offers a cozy and intimate dining experience with a focus on tapas/small plates and cocktails. The menu features Italian offerings, with highlights including the popular espresso martini and surprise dice roll cocktails. Customers praise the atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food options like chicken parm and calamari. The limited seating makes reservations essential for a guaranteed spot, especially on busy nights. The bar area is a standout feature, with a wide selection of liquors and unique drink options. Overall, Parla is a trendy and classy spot for a fun night out with friends or a date. Make sure to try the red sauce with the calamari for an extra flavorful experience.
SMALLS
PORK BELLY "CHIPS"
Aleppo Pepper | Lime | Black Pepper Aïoli
RICOTTA FRITTERS
Lemon Zest | Chive | Balsamic Agrodolce
FRIED BRUSSELS
Maldon Sea Salt | Bacon | Lemon Sauce
CRISPY POLENTA
Crispy Outside, Creamy Inside. Truffle Aïoli
PATATAS BRAVAS
Pecorino | Roasted Garlic | Romesco Sauce
BEEF MEATBALLS
Marinara | Pecorino Romano | Crostini
HAZELNUT CAESAR SALAD
Romaine Hazelnut | Anchovy | Caesar
FRESH BURRATA
Tomato Pepitas | Arugula | Aged Balsamic
BRAISED LAMB ARANCINI
Lamb Fontina | Marinara | Pecorino
SEARED OCTOPUS
Baby Potatoes | Arugula | Salmoriglio Sauce
AROMATIC LAMB SKEWERS
Parsley Vidalia Sumac Salad | Labneh
CRISPY CALAMARI
Jalapeño | Zucchini | Marinara
GARLIC SPINACH MEZZELUNE
Halfmoon Ravioli of Cheese, garlic, & Spinach Julienne Carrot | Asparagus | Cracked Pepper
SPAGHETTI CON GAMBERI
Pesto Sauce | Sun Dried Tomato | Shrimp
RISOTTO AI FRUTTI DI MARE
Salmon | Shrimp | Veggie | Pecorino Romano
HOUSE MADE PAPPARDELLE
Braised Lamb Ragi
SPAGHETTI CARBONARA
Pancetta | Egg | Pecorino Romano
ERNESTO'S CHICKEN PARM
Breaded Chicken Cutlet | Pappardelle Parmesan, Mozzarella, & Marinara
MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLI
Lobster & Cheese Stuffed Ravioli Dressed in a fight Tomato Cream Sauce and topped with Shrimp Scampi
CHICKEN & WAFFLES
Lemon-Brined Buttermilk-Battered Thighs Aleppo Honey Butter | Semolina Waffles Vermont Maple Syrup | Honeycrisp Apple
STEAK
oz Ribeye Brussels Roasted Potatoes
MAINS
SWEETS
CINNAMON SUGAR BEIGNETS
Strawberry Blackberry Syrup | Mascarpone
LIL' BABY CANNOLI
Whipped Ricotta | Candied Orange Zest