Mean Deans Local Kitchen - Bradenton, Florida

Joannie Cruz

El trato de los empleados fue excelente. Mi mesa fue atentida por Camilo. Excellent

Brittany Elrod

Amazing cuisine and service is great! They offer craft cocktail and beer menu along with several wines to pair with your dinner.
I had the salmon tacos paired with a seasonal draft and my husband had the pot roast with vegetables and a delicious broth. Desserts are delicious as well! We had the apple crumble and tasted very fresh and homemade.
The staff was very nice and attentive!
Always the best when we visit!

Terrell Grooms

This is THE BEST dining experience I have had in a long time. Food was EXCELLENT! Creative and delicious in every bite! Excellent service. The waitstaff is very attentive and makes an enjoyable dining experience. The atmosphere is a nice dining family experience. Chef Dean takes time to meet all the guests. We even took a picture with him. His desire is to ensure that you have a wonderful dining experience. Thank you very much sir.

Em B

Mean Dean’s is a cozy, welcoming, delicious spot, and a perfect place for date night, with food that felt upscale, but an atmosphere that was comfortable and laid back.

My boyfriend and I started with drinks and the spinach dip, which we both loved! It was creamy, garlicky and delicious! He ordered the Osso Buco which was incredible, and I had the Shrimp and Grits. After living in the south for over 30 years, I can confidently say they were the best shrimp and grits I’ve ever had.

The staff was friendly, positive, and attentive! I truly have nothing but good things to say about Mean Deans! I can’t wait to go back and try more from their menu!

Linda Xiong

Chef definitely knows how to make his burger’s! Baked pork leg and sides were just meh. Maybe braise it instead of baking it? Pasta sauce was very flavorful and I scarfed down a ton of noodles before realizing that the scallops and shrimps were undercooked and the texture and flavor was chewy and too fishy. The staff was very understanding and replaced it. Maybe try pan frying it with some butter or olive oil to give it that caramelized flavor verses blanching it?
Our waiter was very nice, however we didn’t see much of her and had to get her attention while she was doing other duties. The place was not jam packed or anything. Atmosphere has a strong sulfuric smell that Carrie’s strongly into the restrooms. Tap water has that sulfuric flavor. Maybe that’s why they offer bottled water. Over all, food was still good. I may go back someday to try other dishes.

Jolanta Grys

1st and 3rd Thursday music 5:30-8:30pm. Nashville performers who have recorded some of their own music. Recently saw Jessie Daniels perform , just the most likeable personality. Comes from a family of I think he said 10 brothers and 8 sisters. Preachers son. His kids ask when he's going to be on Spotify. I knew I loved him right then and there. Played guitar and sang. Our party of 3 women enjoyed the entire experience of great food and "eye candy". ( It's ok I can say it because I'm old enough to be his mother.) Came back October 24, 2024 post Hurricane Helena and Hurricane Milton.. Food as wonderful as ever. I had short rib with Tia Pasta,it's a WOW for me. Spouse has chicken with fig glaze also delicious. Warm rolls from oven with ? strawberry butter. It could be my dessert. Today's Thursday music by Tropicats. Very nice to listen to.Female vocalist played Yamaha and beautiful voice. Male partner raspy, very good wide genres, classic rock,and blues. Definitely would look to see them again, they don't disappoint.

Chelsey Nicole

Fabulously fresh local food. Great gluten free options including buns! The chicken sandwich and coleslaw were ideal and very well seasoned. Prices are very reasonable.

Krista Eittreim

Amazing food, service and cocktails from start to finish. Linda took such good care of us! Get the Short Rib Thai Pasta! It is amazing. Also tried the Lobster Ravioli, the smuthered clucker and the sirloin sarcusa. Everything was fantastic! We have been coming here with my grandparents for a few years and it was so fun to treat our friends to a great dinner!