Coming from the Shanghai (and world) famous chef Paul Pairet (also of Ultra Violet, Pollux, and Mr. & Mrs. Bund), Charbon is his most economically approachable concept, with a menu that trades in three main ideas: Appetizers with international flair; chargrilled skewers; and ice cream sundaes (they have other very good desserts, but the sundaes and the french equivalent, "liégeois" are front and center). Expect casual dinners with friends that spill over into drinks after the meal. Dining environment is casual — subdued lighting and woods and they also have a nice and comfortable rooftop lounge area on which to enjoy the Shanghai night.

CHARBON is a new casual eatery by Paul Pairet. Very casual could do. A place featuring open-fire grill and artisanal soft-served ice creams - two elements share in common: simplicity and popularity. FIRE Think mono-product-skewers*, simply seasoned and charred on a BBQ fueled by hard wood and precious Binchotan coal... charcoal… Charbon. Meticulously selected ingredients cooked with a minimum of theatrical fuss. In the background, home-style “Mezze”, salads and a few sides enliven the meal, while condiments, sharp brushes and sauces lift the partition. ICE Simple flavors call for simple flavors. Popular for popular. Washing it all: freshly churned homemade soft-serve ice creams and sorbets … what else? Maybe a past century penchant for “ice cream parlor” mixing and matching flavors indefinitely: Sundaes, Shakes, Granité, and other Affogatos… That’s the picture: Miam Miam! The only House Rules: Come hungry. Relax. Flip-flop and tuxedo allowed.