Upcoming Events
Live Music Featuring John Rinell, Thursday, Jan 8th 5:30-8:30
Dinner & Music!
Perfect for Date Night or Friend's Night!
John Rinell is an extremely versatile award-winning musician who can take requests from over 3000 songs like favorites from Sinatra, the Beatles, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Elton John, Michael Buble and more!
It's also Thirsty Thursday. Enjoy $5 Happy Hour specials all day!
You may book your reservation online by clicking below and selection the proper date. Just make sure you write "Music" in the "Special Notes" section. Live music is free to attend.
Grab your date, gather your friends and book today!
Team Trivia, Tuesday, Jan 13th 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).
Forks & Corks Wine Dinner • Jan 23 at 7pm • Schweiger Vineyards (Limited Seating)
Forks & Corks Wine Dinner • Jan 23 at 7pm • Schweiger Vineyards (Limited Seating)
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.
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