Great Locations for Wine
S. Melbourne:
The Chart House
2250 Front St
Melbourne, FL
321.729.6558
www.chart-house.com
* Nice quiet atmosphere nestled within the waterways of the Harbor City. Venture outside to enjoy a glass of Pinot Noir while watching the vessel action as they coast in and out of the Melbourne Harbor. Ask for "Jeff". He'll make sure your experience is like no other.
Matt's Casbah
801 East New Haven Av
Melbourne, FL
321.574.1099
http://www.mattscasbah.com
* A great place in downtown Melbourne. A large outside seating area for an awesome time with friends. Don't forget to check out their "events" page for the free wine tasting schedule.
Rockledge/Viera/Suntree:
River Rocks6485 South. US 1
Rockledge, FL321.757.7200http://www.riverrocksrestaurant.com
* One great place. Sits right on the Indian River Lagoon. Awesome deck seating for a perfect dining experience. Warning: weekend nights the south parking lot is valet, so if you want to save your money for another glass, then park to the north.
Beachside:
Sand on the Beach
1005 Atlantic St
Melbourne Beach, FL
321.723.1300
http://sandonthebeach.com/sands-home
* Name says it all. The best place to sit is out back along the dune line. At night enjoy some seafood while you enjoy a nice Malbec listening to the ocean as the waves come ashore.
Dijon's Steak and Lobster House
255 Ocean Av
Melbourne Beach, FL
321.722.2737
http://djons.com/djon-home
* Jazz band playing in the background, lights dimmed, dark rich bar area complimented by some of the best food in town. The Red Shoe Bar is the place to be. Ask for "Kat", but be careful...she knows her movies, so don't trivia challenge her anytime soon.
Islands Fish Grill
111 5th Av
Indialantic, FL
321.956.0559
www.islandsfishgrill.com
* Small restaurant with a big deal dinner. Food was great, wine was awesome, staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Wine by the glass was $7.