Eileen D.
Yelp
I hope this review is of use, despite the fact I have -0- pictures and there isn't much diversity in our order this evening.
We have been going to Charlestons for more than 10 years and always have enjoyed it, but my husband's favorite meal there is the trout. Over the last couple of years, every time I called ahead or checked their menu on Facebook -- no trout. So it had been a while. Sure, they have other good food, but when you really want your favorite ...
So, on a whim, I checked this week's specials and THEY'VE GOT TROUT! We're off!
It was a little confusing at first because we'd usually eaten at the location on the north side of Dodge opposite Boys Town, but when we drove up -- the building was vacant -- they'd moved to a new location over by the new development west of Boys Town on 144th in January.
This new location is fresh, big ... and noisy. Hostesses and our server were friendly and helpful, but we didn't even need menus, we were on a mission!
Starting with a Maple Smoked Manhattan and a (healthy) glass of Sauv Blanc, we put in our dual order for trout.
Salad came first -- chilled bowls, decent size, accompanied by a warm croissant. The balsamic vinaigrette was great, but maybe a little much. I'd get the dressing on the side next time. Otherwise, delicious!
When the grilled trout arrived, I was a little surprised (pleasantly) by the size. It was a little larger than the palm of my hand -- at least five ounces. It was perfectly grilled, sitting on a bed of rice, topped with a green apple and mango salsa, which really was a nice touch. The vegetable side was butter cooked broccoli. The vegetable was cooked just right, not mushy.
I didn't eat any of the rice and only half of the broccoli as I was getting pretty full. The trout was just as we remembered.
We got key lime pie to go -- this is another favorite. The slice is huge, always enough to share. It has a great sour touch and the Graham cracker crust is to die for!
So, check their Facebook page for weekly specials, as I said, I've had other good dishes there, but when you see the trout -- head there immediately!