Charlie & Jake's BBQ

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Melbourne Florida

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Have You Ever Had the Burnt Ends?

Delicious BBQ in Melbourne FLThe name “burnt ends” doesn’t sound very appealing does it? After all anything burn can’t be good, right? Well, the name may not be the best but the dish is out of this world. So, what are burnt ends?

It’s simply the end pieces of a smoked brisket. They are covered in a delicious sweet sauce and served hot. And they are DELICIOUS. You can find them on our menu under appetizers.

Origin Story

Several BBQ hotbeds take credit for being the first to serve burnt ends as a separate dish. One very credible location is that of Kansas City, Mo. A website based there seems to have a lot of information regarding the sweet treat and even refers to it as “Kansas City caviar”. Although, that same website says the popularity of the dish is on the decline. In Melbourne Florida, however, we have not found that to be true. [Read more…] about Have You Ever Had the Burnt Ends?

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Do You Know About Fried Chicken Thursday?

Fried Chicken in Brevard County
Try our delicious fried chicken

Is there anything better than good home-style fired chicken? It is the food of the south and enjoyed by the masses too. That’s why we feature fried chicken every Thursday, all day long!

With this in mind we decided to put together a short blog on the history of fried chicken as we know it. Here are some interesting, some might say ‘amazing’ facts about fried chicken.

Invented in Scotland

Sorry Kentuckians. The practice of deep frying chicken in animal fat was first done in Scotland. Immigrants brought this tasty way to cook chicken with them when they came to the USA. [Read more…] about Do You Know About Fried Chicken Thursday?

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Summer Time Specials

What better way to celebrate summer than take in the local dining experience. Charlie and Jakes has put together some specials to make your summer even better.

Monday’s are burger and brew night.

monday burger and brew nightA Burger without Cheese is like a Hug without a Squeeze.
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Burger & Brew Night!
Wagyu Burger & 16 oz draft Bud Light or Michelob Ultra $6.00!
Add a Patty for $3.99!
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No substitutions
Starts at 4!

Bring you appetite and thirst.

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Beachside BBQs Are the Best!

If you like to BBQ one of the best things about Melbourne, Florida is that you can BBQ nearly the whole year ‘round. The weather is perfect and even if it’s cold, it’s only cold by Florida standards, not by anyone’s up north. You can still BBQ. And nothing beats a BBQ if you’re in a beachside community like this. Something about the ocean air and the beautiful weather makes it just the perfect environment for a relaxing day eating great food.

When you walk out of the sea air and into Charlie and Jake’s restaurant you will instantly be hit with the smells coming from our kitchen. When you smoke meat for hours the delicious smell permeates the air. You can’t even smell the saltwater over the tangy BBQ scent floating in from the kitchen. Not to mention the scrumptious aromas emanating from the plates of our customers. [Read more…] about Beachside BBQs Are the Best!

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Keep Calm and Customize Your Own BBQ Catering Menu

charlie & jakes catering truckIs there a special occasion coming up? When it comes to organizing a perfect event, one thing that you must never leave up to fate is food. Selection of menu and catering can either make the event, or break it apart. Whether you are planning a grand corporate dinner, or a fun filled birthday party, you can make it memorable by having food that sets the taste buds on fire. In that case, what would be a better choice than treating your guests with a mouthwatering BBQ menu?

After all, we Americans have inherited it as an integral part of our culture. It does not matter where you grew up, you must have attended bonfires and BBQ parties throughout your childhood and teenage years. Let us just accept the fact that BBQ night outs have been one of the best times of our lives, and on that note, let us fire up the grill.

Why Should You Hire A Caterer?
Do you prefer a hands-on approach when it comes to BBQs? Or do you like to hire someone to do it?

You might be excellent at grilling, but when it is about making an event memorable and successful, its best that you hire a specialist catering company. Hosts usually have a lot of things at hand at the time of the event, including managing the invitees’ lists, greeting guests, and looking after the décor. With so many other things to take care of, you will probably never get the time to sit and enjoy with your guests if you do not seek catering help. Furthermore, it is a tiring job to buy the meat, marinate it, grill it, and serve it on your own.

Many catering companies provide BBQ catering services. However, you should consider choosing the one that offers an Alabama style of Barbeque to add an element of fun along with good taste. Better yet, choose your venue near the beach for it stimulates enthusiasm that naturally brings people closer.

Choosing the Menu
When you have so many options available, it is often difficult to make up your mind on the kind of menu that should be served. While options are many in this type of food, you must consider the environment, audiences, and the kind of event. In order to make it an unforgettable experience, do not pick out usual suspects when deciding on the food items.

Being the simplest form of BBQ, chicken is the most common and ordinary choice. Do you want to add more variety to your plate? Opt for the delicious pulled pork, juicy Turkey, or spicy sliced Beef. You can also choose sidelines such as BBQ baked beans, sweet potato chips, coleslaw, mustard potato salad, Turnip Greens, and Baked Potato for it complements the smoked food perfectly. With this type of menu, you are sure to be praised by your guests for your food selection.

Customize the Menu
If you are looking for an extraordinary set of food choices, have a meeting with a representative of the catering company. Due to their experience in the event organizing field, they will be able to give you detailed ideas that are beyond your expectations. Let the professionals do what they do best, and you can simply have the time of your life!

We cater church events, business events, meetings, formal, informal, city events, and just about anything you can name. Call us now: (321) 777-7675