Cha Cha Tapas Restaurant

5130 Kingston Pike Knoxville,Tennessee
865.766.0902

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	HEALTH INSPECTION RATING: 78 (10/09/2006)
	Official Website: ChaCha's Restaurant Online

MENU

**COLD TAPAS**
Ahi Tuna Ahi tuna crusted in black and white sesame seeds, coriander and fresh ground pepper, seared rare and served with sesame-cucumber salad, pickled ginger and wasabi.	8.50
Spanish Cheese Plate Manchego, Idiazabal, and Campo de Montalban with apple red onion compote, grapes, marinated olives and toast points.	9.00
Shrimp Ceviche Marinated jumbo shrimp with cucumbers, red onions and roma tomatoes, with avocado relish and tortilla chips.	8.00
House Salad Fresh greens tossed with a white peach vinaigrette, served with bleu cheese, toasted pecans, cherry tomatoes and Granny Smith apples. Large size with chicken add $4.50.	4.00
Caesar Salad Crisp romaine tossed with house made Caesar dressing with garlic and chili rubbed crostini and shaved Pecorino Romano cheese. Large size with chicken add $4.50.	3.50
Spinach & Smoked Bacon Salad Fresh baby spinach tossed with pine nuts, Applewood smoked bacon, capers, pickled red onions and feta cheese in a balsamic basil dressing.	4.00
Marinated Artichokes Tossed with mushrooms, roasted garlic, and sundried tomatoes..	6.00
Spiced Almond and Asiago Cheese Specially seasoned oven roasted almonds, asiago cheese, and fresh grapes.	8.50
Orange and Fennel Salad Orange segments and fresh fennel tossed with olive oil and fresh orange juice, finished with thin sliced Spanish onions and black olives.	7.00

**HOT TAPAS**
Asian Marinated Steak Flank steak marinated with ginger, garlic and sesame oil, grilled and served with marinated mushrooms.	7.50
Wok-Seared Filet Bites Wok-seared Asian spiced filet bites with roasted red peppers, shiitakes and asparagus with roasted shallot jasmine rice.	9.00
Low Country Shrimp Blackened shrimp with andouille, country ham, garlic and cherry tomatoes over creamy stone ground grist	8.50
Prince Edward Island Mussels Black mussels sautéed with garlic and shallots, finished with white wine, butter, cherry tomatoes and basil.	8.50
Crabcakes Two crispy fried crab cakes with tangy remoulade and spinach salad	8.00
Tempura Calamari Sesame flavored, tempura fried calamari with apricot ginger sauce and chili garlic paste.	8.00
Grilled Asparagus Buttered asparagus, grilled and seasoned, topped with basil oil, feta cheese and lemon zest.	6.00
Breaded Spanish Manchego Deep fried with a roasted tomato sauce.	7.50
Spanish Potato Salad Baby Yukon Gold potatoes tossed with chorizo, crimini mushrooms, fried capers, and finished with colby fondue.	7.00
Braised Lamb Tart Braised lamb served over sweet potato gnocchi with wilted spinach and fontina cream.	8.50
Crab & Cream Cheese Dip Served with tempura fried artichoke hearts and crostinis.	8.00
Wild Mushroom Stroganoff A mélange of wild mushrooms sautéed with garlic and shallots finished with sour cream and served on a bed of herbed spaetzle.	8.00
Chicken Croquettes With corn and black bean sauce finished with roasted peppers.	8.50
Pan-Seared Duck Served over mushroom-parmesan risotto with a creamy leek sauce.	9.50
Roasted Turkey Strudel Roasted turkey breast, Granny Smith apples, onions, and butternut squash with asiago cheese wrapped in phyllo and baked until golden brown. Served with a house made cranberry relish.	8.00
Soup du Jour Ask server for details. Available by the cup or bowl.	3.50 6.50

**Traditional Paella**
Fresh seafood or vegetables, steam cooked on a bed of rich saffron rice. Slowly simmered over an open flame in an authentic paella pan. A meal for two, or add a tapas course to feed a larger group. (Please allow up to 30 minutes to prepare)
Vegetarian Artichoke, spinach, olives, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, and asparagus.	24.00
Chef's Paella Chorizo sausage, chicken, mussels, shrimp and market fish.	29.00

**ENTREES**
Chicken Picatta Pan Seared Chicken with lemons and capers served over mashed potatoes with roasted artichoke hearts and asparagus.	17.00
Chicken and Shrimp Fusilli Sautéed Black Tiger Shrimp served with broccoli, sun dried tomatoes, garlic, and shallots tossed with fusilli pasta in asiago cream.	17.00
Bone-In Pork Chop 12 oz center cut chop grilled and served over whipped butternut squash with pomegranate gastrique and seasonal vegetables.	16.00
Pesto-Crusted Salmon Served over herbed spaetzle, with seasonal vegetables, and lemon-pepper cream.	18.00
Chili Rubbed Filet 8 oz. center cut filet grilled to perfection. Served over sweet corn whipped potatoes with a chipotle demi glace.	30.00
Grilled Yellowfin Tuna Served rare on a bed of basil-saffron risotto with wilted spinach and kalamata olive butter.	18.00
Chef's Entree Chef's daily special. Ask server for details	Mkt.

**Desserts & Specialty Drinks**
Mexican Style Churros Fried golden brown, dusted with cinnamon & sugar. Served with hot chocolate dipping sauce.	6.00
Spanish Chocolate Cake Warm Spanish Chocolate Cake with vanilla ice cream and garnished with toasted almonds.	6.00
Pumpkin Crème Brulee Garnished with fresh seasonal berries	6.00
Apple & Pecan Tart With dulce de leche and fresh whipped cream.	6.00
Chef's Dessert Special Ask server for details.	Mkt.
Cappuccino	5.50
Chocolate or Vanilla Cappuccino	6.25
Keoke Coffee Kahlua & Brandy with a splash of crème de cocoa.	7.50
Espresso Martini Stoli vanilla Vodka, Starbucks liqueur and a shot of espresso, chilled and frothed into a martini glass.	9.50
Irish Coffee Baileys & Jameson Irish Whiskey	7.50
Millionaire's Coffee Baileys, Frangelico & Kahlua	8.50

Full Service Bar & Extensive Wine Selections
Menu and prices are subject to change.

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This page last updated 01/22/2007