Welcome to Mean Deans Local Kitchen, a trusted Restaurant in Bradenton, FL, known for great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. With a 4.70 rating from 2018 reviews, we’re proud to offer Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert for every guest.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
$7 Select Martinis Every Monday!
Fresh Cedar Plank Salmon only $19.9 every Tuesday!
$15 Bottles of House Wine. Want something nicer? 15% off all other bottles. $2 off all wines by the glass. Every Wednesday!
Happy Hour All Day! $5 Single Shot Wells, House Wines (6oz) and All Draft Beer. $2 off all Wines by the Glass. $2 off all Signature Cocktails.
A selection of fish specials every Friday!
Baby Back Ribs Full Rack only $19.9 every Saturday!
Prime Rib 10oz $21.9 every Sunday!
Some Deals May Not Be Available on Major Holidays If you are reading this near a holiday, please check our Events page. If a holiday says "Limited Menu" or similar, then we are rearranging the kitchen flow to accommodate the busy day and will not be able to offer some or all of our regular deals.
fried shrimp painted with our signature sweet and zesty bora bora sauce, served over slaw
fresh brussels sprouts, flash-fried and coated in a balsamic-sesame-soy blend
baked brie with fig preserves and candied walnuts, crostinis
basil, tomato, garlic, olive oil, romano, onions, goat cheese, balsamic drizzle
fried gator tail, tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, green onion, bleu cheese
escargot, portobellos, parsley, roasted garlic, shallots, white wine, parmesan, crostinis
PEI Mussels, tomato, garlic, white wine, basil, parmesan, olive oil, toasted bread
sautéed red onions, red peppers, artichokes, spinach, various cheeses, served with tortilla chips
creamy warm shrimp and crab dip, tortilla chips
full-sized portions of bora bora shrimp, balsamic brussels sprouts, and deconstructed goat cheese bruschetta
iceberg lettuce, house-candied bacon, crumble bleu cheese, diced tomatoes, scratch blue cheese dressing, fried onion strings, balsamic glaze
romaine, croutons, shaved parmesan, scratch caesar dressing*
mixed greens, dried cranberries, walnuts, red onions, croutons, goat cheese, citrus vinaigrette
ask your server for today's special
award-winning recipe created by Chef Dean
pork tenderloin, warm apple cinnamon glaze, garlic smashed potatoes, fresh vegetables
seared chicken breast, spinach, red peppers, sundried tomatoes, artichokes, onions, goat cheese, garlic smashed potatoes, fresh vegetables
candied bacon, marsala gravy, garlic smashed potatoes, fresh vegetables
full rack slow cooked ribs, bourbon-mango barbeque sauce, slaw, seasoned fries
8oz filet, garlic smashed potatoes, fresh vegetables
chicken breast seared in rosemary fig glaze, portobello mushrooms, garlic smashed potatoes, fresh vegetables
slow roasted pork shank with marsala gravy, garlic smashed potatoes and fresh vegetables
slow cooked marinated short rib and Dean’s rich sweet-heat peanut sauce. As seen on ABC7 Suncoast View
stone ground grits, blackened shrimp, candied bacon, caramelized onions, andouille sausage, colby-jack cheese, green onions
fresh blackened grouper, chunky pineapple-mango salsa, caribbean rice, fresh vegetables
key lime crema, green onions
award winning recipe, fresh salmon marinated for 48 hours in a bourbon-citrus-soy marinade, caribbean rice, fresh vegetables
lobster, sea scallop chunks, ricotta, mozzarella, garlic, roasted parmesan tomato, homemade vodka sauce
breaded chicken breast, marinara, linguini, mozzarella, parmesan
blackened shrimp, lobster cream sauce, tomatoes, linguini, basil, parmesean cheese
bbq pulled pork, smoked gouda, monterey jack, mozzarella, romano, cheddar
red peppers, caramelized onions, sesame seeds, thai sauce, peanut, soy, sriracha, linguini
fresh ground beef, smoked gouda cheese, caramelized onions, sriracha mayo, portobellos, seasoned fries
rum and espresso marinated slow cooked pork, swiss cheese, tangy mustard, pickles, ham, black beans and rice
made with fresh (never frozen!) grouper. Choose seared, blackened or fried. Served with a side of sharkbite sauce and fries
key lime glaze, homemade chantilly whipped cream
graham cracker crumble, whipped cream, caramel drizzle, dark chocolate
please ask your server about our seasonal dessert
full portions of brooklyn ice cream pie, crunchy peanut butter pie and our seasonal dessert. All homemade of course
If you are reading this near a holiday, please check our "Events" page on our website (meandeanslocalkitchen.com). If a holiday says "Limited Menu" or similar, then we are rearranging the kitchen flow to accommodate the busy day and will not be able to offer our regular menu.
iceberg lettuce, house-candied bacon, crumble bleu cheese, diced tomatoes, scratch blue cheese dressing, fried onion strings, balsamic glaze
mixed greens, dried cranberries, walnuts, red onions, croutons, goat cheese, citrus vinaigrette
romaine, croutons, parmesan, scratch caesar dressing*
ask your server for today's special
award winning recipe created by Chef Dean
blackening seasoning, crumbly bleu cheese, candied bacon, side of horsey sauce. served with fries
a basic burger. served with fries
smoked gouda, caramelized onions, portobellos, side sriracha mayo. served with fries
rum and espresso marinated slow-cooked pork, ham, swiss, pickles, tangy mustard. Served with rice and spicy black beans
chicken breast, basil dijon aioli, swiss, caramelized onions. Choose seared, blackened or fried. served with fries
fresh salmon, candied bacon, lettuce, tomato, basil dijon aioli. served with fries
smoked gouda, swiss, cheddar, grilled tomato. served with fries
fresh grouper: seared, blackened or fried. Served with a side of sharkbite sauce. served with fries
fresh blackened salmon, lettuce, mixed cheese, sharkbite, salsa, key lime crema. served with black beans & rice and tortilla chips
black beans, sautéed mushrooms and onions, rice, red peppers, mixed cheese, salsa, sharkbite, key lime crema. served with black beans & rice and tortilla chips
espresso and rum marinated pork, bourbon-mango bbq sauce, cheddar-jack, slaw, pickled onion, salsa, key lime crema. served with black beans & rice and tortilla chips
orange vodka, grand marnier, crème de cacao, galliano espresso, house brewed espresso, orange. $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
bacon fat washed maker’s mark bourbon, vermont maple syrup, bitters, candied bacon. $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
ketel one citroen, limoncello, lemon juice, mint infused syrup, mint, sugar rim. $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
appleton rum, pineapple rum, orange curacao, lime orgeat, amaretto, falernum, fernet, absinthe, pineapple, cherry. $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
ketel one peach and orange blossom, key lime juice, cranberry juice, lemon twist. $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
coconut rum, vanilla vodka, key lime juice, cream of coconut, pineapple, toasted coconut flakes. $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
rosé sangria with pineapple, peach liqueur and blackberry liqueur. $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
(non-alcoholic/adult-oriented)—mango puree, ginger beer, lime juice, jalapeno syrup, jalapeno, spiced rim $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
(non-alcoholic/very adult-oriented)—bitter pathfinder hemp & root spirit, maple syrup, luxardo syrup, luxardo cherry. $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
(non-alcoholic)—fresh lemonade, watermelon puree, soda water, fresh lime juice, mint leaves, lemon. $2 off during Happy Hour (3-6pm and all day Thursdays.)
Hear from our valued guests
So glad we found this restaurant when we were staying nearby. I was pretty sure it would be special from reading the menu online and I was right. We enjoyed our food (the filet and the shrimp and grits) as well as a couple of different types of cocktails like the toasted coconut key lime martini, the candied bacon old fashioned and the sangria. Will definitely be back on our next visit.
We got in from a long travel day and were starving so we quickly googled restaurants near me ( Sarasota airoport) and mean deans popped up...we are SO happy we went! It happened to be a Thursday so they had happy hour all night, the spicy peach maragarita was 10/10 if you like a perfect amount of spice and not too sweet. The food was top notch 👌 We were starving so he brought out hot out of the oven rolls with bourbon maple butter, then our meals came and we devoured them! Amazing fresh and from scratch food! A must go if your in bradenton!
WHAT A TREAT!! We flew in from NJ this morning and are staying nearby in Palmetto. I asked AI for suggestions on local restaurants with great salads and fresh food… Mean Deans was the #1 recommendation and did not disappoint. Brigettte was so kind and friendly. Great job, Dean!! The salads were yummy and pretty to look at too. Home made dressing is always the best. My halibut was delicious and my husband enjoyed the Thai noodle pasta with chicken. Thank you for a fun, delish evening! We will come again:-)
Went as a party of 5. The Gouda burger was outstanding (cooked to perfection, moist, and incredibly tasty), and the cedar salmon was excellent (moist and flavorful). The chicken parm was huge but not nearly as good as the burger and salmon. Our server, Brigitte, was our server and she was simply awesome. 👍 We will definitely go back when we are in the mood for a burger 😋
We dine here from time to time and always enjoy the food and service! Alex was our server tonight again, and his service was great just as the other times we've had the pleasure of him serving us. We got the buffalo gator bites and blackened gator chowder for appetizers, my husband got the Gouda burger, I got the salmon tacos, and my dad got the Cuban sandwich. We also got a side of 5 cheese Mac n cheese for the table to share. Our entrees were amazing! The rice and beans are extremely flavorful, the tacos were cooked perfectly and I loved the crema and salsa, the burger was cooked perfectly, and the Cuban was very delicious and healthy portion size. We really enjoyed tonight's house made butter with their rolls, which was a caramel butter! We also decided to get their dessert flight which was their two regular desserts of key lime creme brulee and mean dean's famous peanut butter pie alongside their daily dessert special, which today was a hazelnut crunch cake. Alex was even kind enough to go ask the chef what was in the hazelnut crunch cake for me when I inquired about it. The dessert flight was so fun to share as a group, especially with how it was presented, and we really enjoyed them all. The peanut butter pie was TO DIE FOR!! If you dine here and like peanut butter, definitely order this for your dessert, you won't be sorry! Amazing experience per usual, and we will absolutely be back
Wow! Seriously- that was all that I could say after every bite here… If I could give 500 stars, I would. This place was hands down the best place I have ever been. We had the spinach dip and I think we could have licked the bowl clean it was so delicious. I had the short ribs and I wish I could put into words how amazing it was. We had the key lime brûlée and OMG. So insanely tasty. Our service was incredible… Linda knows what she’s doing and was professional, kind, funny, and knowledgeable. Our experience was one that left us wanting to come back every day. This place is a must try. Dean and his wife know what they’re doing and they do it perfectly!
Wonderful, and delicious meals. Original recipes and fantastic service, Alex was amazing!! He really made our experience special. We are from out of state and wanted to try some local cuisine. We picked the right spot! Highly recommend Mean Deans!
We sat immediately at the bar on a busy St Paddy's evening, which is our preference. We ordered a nightly appetizer special, Fried Oysters. They were yummy! The roumalade had a tasty kick! For dinner He ordered the Lobster Lasagna and I had the Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese. Both were delicious. We Will definitely return. :)
Mean Dean's was much busier than anticipated when we arrived, but we were still seated immediately in a pretty quiet spot. The wait staff was very prompt, friendly and attentive. Ryan, our server, was an absolute joy. She had great recommendations and was 1 step ahead of us the whole night, despite the crowd. Now, we don't drink, but there was a nice cocktail and drinks menu. There was also a mocktails section that hand a handful of great choices. I got a Faux Fashioned (very good ) and my partner got a sparkling lemonade based drink, which was also very good. For starter we had the app sampler. Roasted brushless sprouts, bora bora shrimp and deconstructioned goat cheese bruscetta. Each of these were great, the shrimp was the winner out of the 3. It was very lightly breaded and cooked nicely. Good flavors and texture. I ordered the shrimp and grits. The flavors were quite good, it was well seasoned and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. The grits were a bit dryer than I prefer, but that sometimes happens with goat cheese. My partner ordered the osso bucco, which was very very good. The meat was seasoned and cooked wonderfully. They also ordered the 5 cheese mac, which was fine! Lastly we ordered dessert. Their special was a butterfinger and kalhua brownie. The alcohol was baked out of it, which was good for us. It was good, though typically I dont order brownies from restaurants as I don't find them interesting. If you are a brownie kind of person, then this should be your go-to here. The portion was generous and it was well made. I ordered the key lime creme brulee. The creme brulee itself was well made. Good texture, nice flavor. Lime might have been an odd choice for something that is warm/burnt. The sauce was a little wild, but visually fun! This ended up being the favorite dessert out of the two. Lastly, we took a French bread pizza home for our kid. She said it was good! The kid's menu is more than reasonable. Apparen
A bold choice, this visit was—and the Force rewarded it. At Mean Deans Local Kitchen, the Buffalo gator bites landed first: crispy, tender, and perfectly sauced, with just the right kick to wake the senses. Strange to some, legendary to those who try—galaxy-level delicious they were. Then came the lobster lasagna. Rich, indulgent, and balanced with care, every bite layered with comfort and finesse. This dish does not whisper; it confidently uses the Force. Service throughout the mission was excellent—friendly, attentive, and welcoming, like a well-run cantina should be. Adventurous eats, expertly executed, and a crew that knows their craft. Return again, I will.
Common questions about Mean Deans Local Kitchen
Mean Deans Local Kitchen is located at 6059 26th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207, United States, Bradenton, FL, United States.
You can reach Mean Deans Local Kitchen by calling +1 941-251-5435.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 2018 customer reviews.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list, Live music, Serves local specialty.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Private dining room, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Quiet, Trendy.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Plenty of parking.
Mean Deans Local Kitchen features the following pets: Dogs allowed, Dogs allowed outside.
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