Upcoming Events
Team Trivia, Tuesday, Dec 30th 6:30-8:30
Team Trivia, Tuesday, Dec 30th 6:30-8:30
Team Trivia, Tuesday, Dec 30th 6:30-8:30
Team Trivia Tuesdays!
Get your crew together for fun, laughs, and friendly competition every Tuesday at 6:30 pm.
✅ Come early for Happy Hour. Great drinks from 3–6 pm. Trivia runs 6:30–8:30. You may book as early as 5:15.
✅ Full service during trivia. Enjoy our full menu and bar while you play.
✅ Win prizes and (most importantly) bragging rights.
✅ Parties of 8 or more, may be split into two teams to keep the game fair and exciting.
🎟️ Reservations are highly recommended for Trivia Room seating. Many weeks we are not able to take walk-ins. Use the link below to book the Trivia Room (not regular dining).
Have a Crabby New Year 12/31
Team Trivia, Tuesday, Dec 30th 6:30-8:30
Team Trivia, Tuesday, Dec 30th 6:30-8:30
Have a Crabby New Year at Mean Deans!
Ring in the new year with a delicious twist! We’re kicking off New Year’s Eve with crab specials all day long — from fan favorites to limited-time creations.
Soup--Crab & Corn Chowder
Appetizer--Jonah Crab Claws 14.9
Entrees--
1.5 lbs Snow Crab Legs 29.9
1.5 lbs Dungeness Crab Legs 39.9
Combo Plater--Half Snow, Half Dungeness 1lb each 44.9
Crabbier Crab Cakes 24.9
Crabby 5 Cheese Mac 22.9
Crab Stuffed Salmon with Lobster Cream 27.9
🎤 Karaoke from 6–9 pm
Have dinner in the dining room and then move to the karaoke room, or eat while you enjoy the show. Karaoke and crab--a great way to welcome 2026.
🍽️ Last seating will be at 9 pm
Celebrate with us early, then head out afterward to ring in the New Year.
Make your reservations early — we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
KARAOKE! Wednesday, Dec 31st, 6-9pm
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🎤 Karaoke Nights!
New Years Eve | 6–9 pm | Karaoke Room
Join us for Karaoke at Mean Deans! Hosted by Ellie, it’s the perfect midweek night out with scratch-made food, cocktails, and full table service.
Participation is free, volume stays comfortable, and the mood is welcoming and upbeat. Perfect for date nights, after-work groups, retirees, and friends or family who want an early night out.
Come hungry, come thirsty, and come ready to sing!
Reservations are recommended. Please use our online system to book. Make sure you have the correct date and number of people in your party. In the "Specials Requests" section please write "Karaoke" and we'll seat you in that room.
Forks & Corks Wine Dinner, Jan 23rd 7pm Schweiger Vineyards
Schweiger Vineyards Wine Dinner
As part of the Sarasota Manatee Originals Forks & Corks celebration, we are delighted to host winemaker Andy Schweiger for an elegant five course wine dinner at Mean Deans.
Five-Course Menu Featuring Schweiger Wines
Course One
Florida Grouper Ceviche
Citrus-bright grouper with fresh herbs and crisp garden accents
Paired with Schweiger Sauvignon Blanc
Course Two
Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallop “Lollipop”
Served with mango chutney and a delicate raspberry paint
Paired with Schweiger Chardonnay
Course Three
Lamb Chop
Cherry gastrique with saffron-laced rice and tender asparagus
Paired with Schweiger Merlot
Course Four
Filet Mignon
Gremolata, bleu cheese potatoes, and wilted spinach
Paired with Schweiger Cabernet Sauvignon
Course Five
Double Chocolate Cheesecake
Rich chocolate cheesecake crowned with mixed berry topping
Paired with Schweiger “Iteration”
Menu items subject to change based on availability of ingredients
It will be an intimate evening of exceptional food, remarkable wine, and conversation with the winemaker.
Stay in the Loop with Text Messages
Always be the first to know!
We are excited to have a way to text our favorite guests! Some ways we will utilize texting: Last minute deals, birthday gifts, new specials, reservation times opening up during busy season, special events, etc. Please note, we can send them out, but can't receive them. Expect a couple texts per week at the most (usually 2-3/month). Cancel anytime.
