Blasé Bistro & Martini Bar

Name: Blasé Bistro & Martini Bar
Address: 1920 Hillview Street, Sarasota, FL, United States, 34239
Telephone: (941) 312-6850
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

113 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Now OPEN for Happy Hour and Dinner!
We have installed a germicidal UV sanitizer unit in our AC system. Please call the restaurant for more details at 941-312-6850.
Blasé Southern Style - an upscale casual dining experience with a Southern menu and eclectic funky feel.
Due to the covid-19 virus we are operating with limited seating. We offer curb side pickup and take out.
Bite Squad is our delivery service. Live music Fridays and Saturdays.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Southern
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 312-6850
Website
http://www.blasebistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1920 Hillview Street, Sarasota, FL 34239
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
Tamiami Trail US 41
Parking details
Valet service Friday and Saturday.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Baked Oysters$16.00
Stuffed with Bacon, Caramelized Onions, Parmesan Truffle Hollandaise
Black Eye Pea Hummus$13.00
Served with Peanut Pesto, Shaved Country Ham and Fried Pita Bread
Bruleed Goat Cheese$10.00
Creamed Goat Cheese, Orange Marmalade, Roasted Garlic with Ritz Crackers
Crispy Loaded Duck Fat Fries$10.00
Smoked Gouda & Cheddar, Smoked Bacon Lardons, Sour Cream and Chives
Crispy St. Louis Ribs$12.00
Carolina Gold BBQ, Fried Green Tomatoes, Chopped Peanuts & Pork Rinds
Deviled Eggs$8.00
Gouda Cheese Filling, Bacon Jam, Cornbread Crumbs
Flash Fried Brussels Sprouts$12.00
Bacon, Smoked Gouda, Brown Mustard, Lemon Curd and Roasted Onion Relish
Lynchburg Lemonade Wings$13.00
Chicken Wings in a Bourbon Honey Lemon Glaze served with Buttermilk Ranch and Celery Sticks
Pimento Cheese Dip$10.00
Three Cheeses baked with Pimento and Spices served with Fried Pita Bread

Soups & Salads

She Crab Soup$6.00
with Chives and Sherry Crema
Roasted Beet Salad$11.00
Arugula, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Balsamic and Black Truffle Avocado oil
Farmhouse Salad$10.00
Butter Lettuce, Cucumber, Fried Okra, Pickled Red Onion, Tomato and Dill Buttermilk Ranch
Southern Caesar$10.00
Romaine, Shredded Cheddar, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Cornbread Croutons, Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Add a Protein

Chicken$4.00
Salmon$6.00
Shrimp$4.00

Specials

Specials
please ask your server about todays specials

Entrees

Blackened Jumbo Shrimp$17.00
Smoked Gouda Grits, Roasted Bell Pepper, Compound Butter, Pickled Onions
Fried Catfish Plate$14.00
Cajun Crayfish Gravy, Dirty Rice & Beans
Pan Seared Grouper$26.00
Lemon Curd, Succotash, Carrot Puree, Fresh Herbs
Brined & Fried Chicken Thighs$16.00
Crispy Waffle, Maple Gravy, Arugula
Southern Fall Mac & Cheese$16.00
Roasted Mushroom Ragout, Bourbon Onions, Wilted Spinach, Havarti Cream, Macaroni, Finished with Goat Cheese & Scallions
Dried Cherry & Caramelized Onion Stuffed Pork Loin$22.00
Bourbon Glaze, Dijon Cream, Mashed Sweet Potato, Collard Greens
Country Fried Steak$18.00
Bourbon Black Pepper Gravy, Mashed Potatoes & Collards
Gumbo Style Mac & Cheese$14.00
Andouille Sausage, Shrimp, Chicken, Cajun Trinity, Smoked Gouda, Creole Bechamel, Macaroni Finished with Ritz Crackers, Crushed Pork Rinds and Fried Okra
Grilled Salmon$22.00
Scallion Corn Bread Panzanella, Radishes, Pimentos, Mixed Greens, Goddess Dressing

Handhelds

Served with Fries or Side Sala

Black Angus Burge$16.00
Pimento Cheese, Bacon, Bourbon Onions, Tomato on a Toasted Bun
Plant Based Burger$16.00
Swiss, Roasted Mushrooms and Onions, Basil Mayo on a Toasted Bun
Turkey Burger$16.00
Ground Turkey, Bacon Jam, Smoked Gouda, Bourbon Onions, Arugula, Tomato, Peanut Pesto on a Toasted Bun
Pulled Duck Confit$16.00
Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce, Onion Jam, Tomato and Arugula on a Toasted Bun
Fried Grouper$18.00
Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle Tartar on a Toasted Bun
Grilled Salmon Club$16.00
Grilled Salmon, Bacon, Bourbon Onions, Fried Green Tomato, Romaine, Honey Brown Mustard on a Toasted Bun

Desserts

Chocolate Butter Cake$6.00
with Hazelnut Ganache
Bourbon Pecan Pie$6.00
with Bourbon Whipped Cream and Local Honey

What 113 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

113 Reviews

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Edward
Minneapolis
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2021
overall2food4service1ambience3
First the positive – food was good, ambiance was fine, and entertainment was enjoyable. The negative: 1) After being seated and provided with menus it took over 30 minutes before the waitress came by. 2) After taking our order, the time to prepare our meal was excessive as we were told the chef didn’t prepare orders in sequence but prepared other meals before ours. 3) After being served dessert, I requested the bill. After 20 minutes I finally went searching for our waitress. My wife was able to flag down another waitress who provided the bill. 4) What should have been a 1.5-hour dinner turned into a 3-hour dinner due to the lack of attention by wait staff. They seemed to be focused on the bar patrons rather than the restaurant guests. 5) The final problem was the tip. Due to the poor service, I provided a 9% tip. In checking my credit card statement, I was quite surprised to see that the restaurant had run through a tip of 21%. Needless to say, we will never visit this restaurant again.
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Russ
Naples
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
This was a surprise! Great service and food. Thursday night unbeknown to us was 1/2 price burger night. They also had a violinist and guitarist playing, they were really good. This is not gourmet but for the price they get 5 stars!
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MDMSRQ
Tampa
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 4, 2021
overall1food1service1ambience1
We made a 5:00 reservation on Tuesday, arrived at 5:00 and it was locked and dark Went by at 6:00 after eating a few doors away, still locked and dark, no sign on door. Turns out they are open Wednesday through Saturday only, had not changed website.
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Rosie
Tampa
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2021
overall1food1service1ambience3
Not a good experience from the start. Their menu on the website is no more and they are serving mostly hamburgers. At 6:30 pm they were out of iced tea. They brought one diner the wrong thing. Asked her if she wanted something else and then charged for both items.
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NancyF
Tampa
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant has an unusual menu with perfectly prepared dishes that have a southern touch. The service was pleasant and attentive with outside dining. The musical duo totally enhances the experience with mellow music.
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luvtodine
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were seated on time (had changed reservation, moved it up 1/2 hr). Sat outside under tent. Acoustic guitarist was fantastic. Crab bisque and fried Brussel sprouts were great as was the grilled grouper sandwich and salmon blt. Service was very good too. Everything was great.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 6, 2021
overall3food2service1ambience4
The waiter was cynical and never came back to our table after our first drink order. We had to find him abs call him over. It was odd
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Pak2005
Tampa
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2021
overall5food3service5ambience5
Ambience and vibe is awesome. Something really different for Sarasota. Think it could attract a late night crowd. Downside is the menu is very limited. I think they need to expand the menu within the southern comfort food theme
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Steve
Milwaukee
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 20, 2021
overall4food3service1ambience4
Absolutely enjoyed the live music and lively crowd and dancing. Delivery of simple food took over an hour (almost 1.5 hours). By then, had no time to eat before the music got going. They rarely came back to ask if we needed drinks...seemed they knew that delivery was slow.
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Gannon
Tampa
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Jazz/Blues band was not so loud so as not to be able to speak at your table. Excellent drinks, and socially distanced and appropriate to eat in doors. Food was good, service was good, really no complaints. We have been here 2-3 times and each time was very similar, even pre-covid. kind of a nice little hideaway to have a drink, and get away from the tourists....
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GloriaH
Tampa
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food very good as we are southerners and really appreciate the flavors. Pleasant staff. Service a bit slow, though.
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AmyL
Cleveland
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2021
overall2food4service5ambience1
We use to come here when it was quaint with white tablecloths and a better menu. Thought it would still be that place. Instead we sat under a tent in a parking lot with plastic table cloths and very loud music. Our waitress Colleen was very apologetic and great. But we won’t be back.
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AudreyJ
Chicago
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely loved this place! Great food, reasonably priced, wonderful service and live music too!
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glazedonut
Naples
82 reviews
vip
2.0
82 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2021
overall2food1service3ambience3
I do not like writing a bad review. It was shocking at how bad it was and could not imagine what justified all the good reviews we had read prior to going to eat Friday evening.. cooks night off? Maybe but don't think so. Very small outside space...and only tables for 4 or more people.. ok.. Waitress was sweet however seemed as if 1st night..ok. Ordered the chicken wings to begin.. horrible.. no cause as described and almost like a bad fried frozen chicken wing pulled from freezer.. an order was only 5 .. also No wet wipes and brought dry paper towel when asked. We ordered the hamburger.. med rare and rare.. both .. overcooked and totally tasteless The music was quite nice.. however, unfortunately will probably not be back.. one of the worst foods we've eaten out all year.. sad
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Sarasotan
Tampa
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience4
She crab soup, very good. Beet salad, just ok. Brussel Sprouts, terrific and the Grouper was excellent. The two of us split and it was plenty. What topped it was having Boris the Sax player for live music. Plenty of room for social distance.
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GracieM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brûlée goat cheese app was fabulous! Drinks were wonderful! Dinner was the best I have had in a while. Sax player set just the right mood.
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TTTM
St. Louis
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went to hear a Jazz Trio, had a Martini, dinner and a night cap. Great Experience!
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Apple
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a relaxing evening with some quiet jazz and good food. It’s a great place to unwind after a busy week. There are happy hour options or delicious menu items. We have become “regulars!”
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StephanieG
Naples
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Wonderful food and great service as usual. Nice varied menu so there is always something good to choose.
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Charles
Tampa
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sitting outside on the side porch is absolutely a favorite spot on Hillview in the Southside Village. We shared a variety of small bites which were all delicious.
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Manatee1
New York Area
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2021
overall2food3service4ambience2
Table was "isolated" in back area near booths which were all "closed" - area was full of cleaning equipment/supplies/etc (hostess said they were preparing for Saturday night). Service was good. Did not have all items that were on menu (i.e. deviled eggs). Food was "average" and nothing exceptional. Jazz band was good and made up for some of the other "shortcomings".
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GaryW
Memphis/West TN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant and great comfort food. Highly recommend! Great table spacing too.
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AndreiL
Tampa
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and perfect drinks - each of us found what we liked. Great service and being able to be outside was really nice
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OpenTable Diner
Tampa
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2021
overall1food1service1ambience1
After sitting at the table for 15 minutes without acknowledgement we left.
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MichelleH
Las Vegas
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time here, the food and service was excellent and there was a great band on.
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fenfam
Minneapolis
88 reviews
vip
3.0
88 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2020
overall3food5service2ambience3
Ok, service has been better. The waitress complained about the bartender multiple times throughout the evening. Food took an extremely long time to get to us. At least 40mins
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BradF
Naples
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2020
overall5food4service4ambience4
This is a fun place with good food and ambience and very reasonable prices! Live music indoors really adds to the dining experience. I recommend they add some lighter fare options for people with dietary restrictions, other than that good comfort food! Highly recommend.
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GlennD
Dallas
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
Outstanding food and live music!!!
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MaxineM
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
The menu was most unusual. We could have chosen a number of other starters and mains that also looked exciting. We are definitely going back there,
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Charles
Tampa
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely excellent! We sat outside and the ambiance on Hillview was perfect! The happy hour menu was varied with many delicious tastes. Everything we had I would enjoy again the next time I visit — or try something new as all menu items looked delicious!
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OpenTable Diner
Tampa
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good ambiance. Very friendly staff and owner.
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rbkm
New Orleans
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience5
Portions very generous ……..excellent prince point. Great place to eat every/any night....I was not given a wine list so that I could choose my wine by the glass. The bartender chose I for me, it was just ok. Desserts need work I would return for dinner again....looking forward to see Blase' succeed.
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StaciaB
Tampa
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience3
Went for the music and ended up getting the Brussels appetizer. A must try. They also made a pretty good pecan pie.
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LeslieS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was very welcoming. Social distanced. Everyone was respectful of each other. The food was WONDERFUL; all three of us were totally pleased with our selections. Muted colors and dark wood at the bar made for a pleasant evening setting. Very much enjoyed the Ron Kraemer Trio.
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MaryH
Tampa
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb new menu, and there was nothing wrong with the old one!! Going back agin this weekend!
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KDowney
Tampa
28 reviews
vip
3.0
28 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience4
We have be to Blase a few times and the food has been fantastic. Maybe it is due to Covid, not sure, but all 4 entrees were disappointing. The apps & cocktails were great though.
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ColleenH
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
There were a couple of glitches. No biggie The service was timely and the food was excellent.
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TinaP
Tampa
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I were there last Thursday nite for Cocktails and a Blase Angus Burger. Cocktails were made to specifications but a bit too expensive. I had a Pomegranite Martini and my husband a Burbon Manhattan. The Burgers were absolutely delicious as were the frites that came out fresh and crisp and meaty. Scott our waiter was very pleasant and accomodating. We like the Hillview Cafe Blase better than the one in Siesta Key and we will definitely be back!. It's a keeper! I think we will go at Happy Hour though and get seats at a high top for lower prices on the cocktails!
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SnootySRQ
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Colin at the bar was very personable and recommend some great drink and food items for our meal. The restaurant was decorated in a very cool vibe. We really enjoyed our night.
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SusanT
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the new Blase! The food is always great. We will be happy when they bring back the full menu and the Duck Confit. Boris and Natasha performed and they are great. Hope to see them again soon. We have been telling our friends about Boris and everyone wants to see him perform.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

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Blasé Bistro & Martini Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 113 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Blasé Bistro & Martini Bar

1920 Hillview Street, Sarasota, FL 34239

Additional information

Cross street
Tamiami Trail US 41
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet service Friday and Saturday.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.blasebistro.com/
Phone number
(941) 312-6850

Blasé Bistro & Martini Bar

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Additional information

Starters

Baked Oysters$16.00

Black Eye Pea Hummus$13.00

Bruleed Goat Cheese$10.00

Crispy Loaded Duck Fat Fries$10.00

Crispy St. Louis Ribs$12.00

Deviled Eggs$8.00

Flash Fried Brussels Sprouts$12.00

Lynchburg Lemonade Wings$13.00

Pimento Cheese Dip$10.00

Soups & Salads

She Crab Soup$6.00

Roasted Beet Salad$11.00

Farmhouse Salad$10.00

Southern Caesar$10.00

Add a Protein

Chicken$4.00

Salmon$6.00

Shrimp$4.00

Specials

Specials

Entrees

Blackened Jumbo Shrimp$17.00

Fried Catfish Plate$14.00

Pan Seared Grouper$26.00

Brined & Fried Chicken Thighs$16.00

Southern Fall Mac & Cheese$16.00

Dried Cherry & Caramelized Onion Stuffed Pork Loin$22.00

Country Fried Steak$18.00

Gumbo Style Mac & Cheese$14.00

Grilled Salmon$22.00

Handhelds

Black Angus Burge$16.00

Plant Based Burger$16.00

Turkey Burger$16.00

Pulled Duck Confit$16.00

Fried Grouper$18.00

Grilled Salmon Club$16.00

Desserts

Chocolate Butter Cake$6.00

Bourbon Pecan Pie$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

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