History
Prima inc., headquartered in Charlottesville, Va., owns two restaurants in Charlotte, NC, - Trio at McMullen Creek Parkway and Rt 51, and Charleys in the Cotswold Village Shops. Shank & Gray Architects, Charlottesville, Va., designed both restaurants.

Philosophy
Prima Inc., restaurants fulfill the same vision to provide:

1. Outstanding food with consistent quality
2. Friendly, efficient service
3. Respect for customers and employees
4. Reasonable prices
5. Innovative architectural design