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Highett Charcoal Chicken
505 Highett Rd, Highett VIC 3190, Australia
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505 Highett Rd, Highett VIC 3190, Australia
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Smoky rotisserie chicken, stacked lamb gyros, and gluten-free gravy make this independent Highett takeaway a dependable local staple. Trays arrive piled high with crisp chips, tender charcoal-cooked meat, and fresh Greek salad. Commuters treat the spot as their benchmark for hot snack packs along the Frankston line, while coeliac diners order chips and house gravy without the usual cross-contamination dread. Warm pita wraps come stuffed with shaved meat and tangy tzatziki.
- Charcoal Chicken & Greek Gyros: Spit-roasted chicken and tender lamb shaved fresh onto warm pita with Greek salads and loaded snack packs.
- Coeliac-Friendly Chips & Gravy: Coeliac diners get dedicated options, including gluten-free chips and hot house gravy.
- Substantial Servings: Generously packed takeaway trays that easily satisfy ravenous appetites without cutting corners.
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Why Choose Highett Charcoal Chicken
Why locals choose Highett Charcoal Chicken for hearty takeaway, Greek specialties, and coeliac-safe meals.
Generous, Filling Hot Feeds
Portion sizes are notably generous, packing takeaway containers full of tender chicken, hot chips, and seasoned gravy so every meal leaves you completely satisfied.
They actually fill the containers properly and make sure you leave full.
kazanas christos Classic Tender Charcoal Chicken & Gravy
Rotisserie birds are cooked over proper charcoal for a tender, flavorful finish, paired with crispy chips and rich gravy.
cannot fault the chicken and chips chicken is very soft and chips are fresh and hot, gravy is next level aswell!
Paskalee Tsoukalas Coeliac-Safe Chips and Gravy Options
Coeliac patrons and gluten-sensitive diners can safely satisfy takeaway cravings with dedicated gluten-free chips and gravy options.
have gluten free options for chips and gravy and cater to coeliac requirements on certain menu items
Gavin Silberbauer Reliable Dietary Accommodations
Dietary accommodations are handled attentively, offering peace of mind and substantial portions for guests managing gluten intolerance.
Great serving sizes, fresh food, and they cater to gluten intolerant/celiacs which I really appreciate.
Sam Barta Spit-Roasted Greek Souvlakis & Gyros
Beyond standard chicken shop items, vertical spits turn out juicy lamb and mixed gyros wrapped in soft pita with house-made sauces.
Just ate a mix souvlaki and it was one of the best I've ever had! Generous serving of 100% juicy meat.
Matthew Shepherd Smoky Charcoal Flavours & Loaded Packs
Charcoal-grilled meats and loaded snack packs provide a rich, smoky Greek street food experience loaded straight from the charcoal grill.
Had the lamb gyros with salad and it was absolutely fantastic—juicy, smoky, and full of flavour straight from the charcoal grill.
Trung “Travel4food”
Most popular items
Locals' favorite rotisserie classics and Greek charcoal specialties
Charcoal Chicken
The charcoal chicken is always juicy and full of flavour, and you can tell they use quality ingredients and proper Greek products instead of cutting corners.
kazanas christos Hot Chips and Gravy
cannot fault the chicken and chips chicken is very soft and chips are fresh and hot, gravy is next level aswell!
Paskalee Tsoukalas Lamb Gyros
Had the lamb gyros with salad and it was absolutely fantastic—juicy, smoky, and full of flavour straight from the charcoal grill.
Trung “Travel4food” Traditional Greek Souvlaki
Their 'Traditional Greek Souvlaki' is also a great go-to item I highly recommend. Pita bread- not overly cooked but soft and generous amount of mixed lamb and beef with nice salads and a very tasty tzatziki sauce to boot.
Michael Wilson
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful community care and dedicated dietary touches that set this local takeaway apart.
Coeliac-Conscious Chips & Gravy
The kitchen specifically offers gluten-free chips and gravy alongside dedicated awareness for coeliac dietary requirements, accommodating restrictive diets rarely catered for at standard chicken takeaways.
Curbside Carry Assistance
For bulky family-sized feast collections, team members actively carry large food orders out to customers' parked cars.
Community Attentiveness & Care
Counter staff demonstrate warm neighborhood familiarity, tracking down and returning forgotten personal items like reading glasses to regular customers.
Packed-to-the-Brim Portions
Takeaway boxes are generously loaded and filled completely to the brim, ensuring nobody leaves hungry after grabbing a feed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there gluten-free and coeliac-safe options?
Highett Charcoal Chicken accommodates coeliac and gluten-intolerant diners with gluten-free options, including chips and gravy on select menu items.
What Greek specialties are offered alongside rotisserie chicken?
Beyond classic rotisserie charcoal chicken, the menu features Greek items including lamb and chicken souvlakis, authentic gyros, and Halal Snack Packs (HSPs).
How large are the portion sizes?
Portions are notoriously large, with generously filled containers and substantial servings of chips and meat that easily make a full meal.
Is outdoor seating available?
Yes, there is a shaded street-side outdoor dining area available for eating on site, as well as takeout and delivery options.
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