The Chart House in Downtown Melbourne offers delicious deals if you arrive early. Their Early Dining Menu has Standout flavors and steep discounts for their staple dishes, like the Chicken Balsamico pictured above. Together with a breathtaking waterfront view of the Indian River Lagoon, the food here is sure to impress.
When you first step foot in the Chart House, you notice the bustle of the kitchen located at the front. Waiters buzz by you with menus, dishes, and drinks as guests start to fill in. Every day from 4 pm-6 pm, the Chart House offers one of the best Happy Hours in all of Melbourne. But discounted cocktails aside, their lesser-known “Early Dining” menu offers full 3-course meals during the same 2-hour window.
When it comes to Early Dining, you choose your entree, a salad, and a dessert for one price. The least expensive entree, a Shrimp Linguini, can be ordered with your choice of starters for just $23. But when I’m in the mood for an early dinner, I get the Chicken Balsamico. With a Caeser Salad and a Fudge Sunday, the meal is complete. It’s hard to beat that value, when trips to “Budget” restaurants are approaching similar prices.
Perfectly crispy, and covered with goodness.
When you first see the chicken balsamico, you will first notice how artfully prepared it is. Perfectly tender, easy to cut, and SO crispy on the outside. Each bite is dressed up with the pesto butter, and sweet balsamic drizzle. Tomatoes, artichokes, and capers on top give their signature flavor to create an ensemble that is both delicious and satisfying.
The florentine mashed potatoes complement, offering a subtle but filling base for the rest of the flavors to stand upon.
The flavors and textures of this dish make it addicting to eat. I’ve had many friends envy this dish when it came to the table. After sharing a a bite, they will want the rest of it! This may be a good thing though, between the Salad, Main, and dessert, you get very full!
Chart House can be found on a peninsula between the Crane Creek and the Indian River, near Downtown. Parking is limited, but you can find extra spots at the public parks down the road.
This location is popular for romantic dinners and birthday celebrations. Next time you go to the Chart House, consider getting there early for their cost-effective early dining specials.
-Justin
