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Melange, Sarasota, FL

Melange

4.6
4.6
499 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Sarasota's most creative dining experience,
serving flavors of the imagination since 2007

mé·lange (mā-läNzh’) n. 1. A mixture of items

​To us, méLange is the exploration of food and flavors from different regions around the world.  Changing our menu seasonally allows Chef Lan to continually create dishes inspired by her travels, while staying up to date with national food industry trends.  Our award-winning craft cocktail team is also on hand to create for you inspired cocktails 
that will pair perfectly with each of our dishes.  Enjoy the seasonal works by local artists that adorn our walls. Join us in the heart of Sarasota’s historic downtown, our relaxed atmosphere and approachable meLange of menu selections are perfect for an evening out with the girls or special date night. 

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 953-7111
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Lan Bradeen
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    Orange Avenue
  • Parking details
    City parking is available in front of Melange on Main Street. There is also free parking behind the restaurant on State Street, and a parking garage on State Street that is free for the first 2 hours. Feel free to enter through our back door marked with the meLange logo.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 499 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6
4.6 based on all time ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

499 Reviews
  1. LoriD

    Tampa

    43 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    This restaurant closed for renovations in July. We didn’t know they weren’t still open until the day before when we tried to call and confirm. No one called us and no one cancelled the reservation. I wasn’t able to make another reservation due to this pending out there.

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  2. trs57

    Salt Lake City

    11 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    They are closed. Didn't bother to let Open Table know. Didn't bother to say so on their voicemail message. 6 of us drove to the restaurant on a Saturday evening to find brown paper across the windows.

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  3. BabetteP

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We confirmed our reservation and went to the restaurant and it was boarded up. It was closed!! The entire place was a mess as it was being converted into another restaurant that is coming there with a different chef. I was greatly embarrassed as we brought 2 friends to eat there. I am upset with Open Table for this error in not removing this restaurant from your booking list. Please pay closer attention as restaurants come and go putting the customer in a difficult spot.

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  4. dmitryl

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always impressed how good this place is. Just consistently fantastic and our waiter was great! I take my parents here every time they come to visit and I’ll continue to do so!

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  5. RobertK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great. It was casual with a nice ambiance. Nice variety of unique choices. Food was very good. Cheeseburger was excellent as well as the Steak. Had the mushroom strudel which was excellent as an appetizer and the baked brie salad. The mushroom strudel was savory and the Brie had a slightly sweet flavor.

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  6. James

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A true culinary delight where quality is valued over quantity.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    overall1food3service3ambience2
    We came to celebrate my husband’s birthday with our whole family. We mentioned it was for a birthday when we were at the hostess table to the owner. There was no mention from anybody wishing him a happy birthday the whole evening. The portion sizes were incredibly small and the amount that was charged was unsupported. We are used to fine dining. I would not call this fine dining! On top of it all, dogs are allowed to be in the this “fine dining” restaurant.  My husband’s leg was licked several times by the neighboring dog. Incredibly disappointed and disgusted!

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  8. AndreaZ

    Memphis/West TN

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal. Don’t hesitate to order the unusual and share. Every bite was delicious.

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  9. SkinnyLizard

    Tampa

    33 reviews

    3.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience2
    Our party of two could write two different reviews. My husband loved it; me not so much. Oddly, the place was deserted on a Friday night at 7 pm. Literally, we were the only diners seated in the place. Our server was, needless to say, attentive. Also helpful, pleasant, and competent. Now the "thumbs down" stuff first. The food was uneven. The best thing I had all night was the complementary amuse-bouche the kitchen sent out -- a fried stuffed wanton that was hot, crunchy, flavorful. I couldn't have a cocktail (medication related) so the server offered me a short menu of "mocktails". I ordered one with three ingredients-- strawberry, lime, and basil. The description neglected to say it also had a heavy dose of simple syrup. Disgustingly sweet and potentially harmful for someone watching sugar intake. I had to ask what else was in it to find out, and then stopped drinking it. She asked if I liked it, I replied "No!" and we all laughed but it was still on the bill. (not expensive, but it's the principle.) My meal was average -- uninspired bruschetta, overcooked salmon -- I had told the server I preferred the fish "undercooked", she said they did it medium rare, but it came mostly well done, and at the thickest part, medium would be kind. It was tasty, just mostly inedible. The green beans were good, the roasted potatoes fine but nothing special. My husband ordered scallop ceviche which he liked although I thought it looked odd, plated horizontally and in much larger pieces than usually seen in ceviche; a mushroom flan that was just added to the menu and he loved it. It was creamy, hot, and rich. Then there was a star of his meal, a special of steak tartare. He said it was better than most he has sampled all over the world! Only problem being, since it was a "special" no guarantee it would be on the menu if we came back for it. A couple more tables were seated when we left two hours later. In all, except for the service, a disappointing, somewhat bizarre experience.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    I made a really bad mistake by choosing this place. I was looking for Gluten free options for my wife which they advertise is on their website. The server did not know much about it. My wife’s lychee martini did not have any alcohol in it. The server told us they pre batch their drink??? It was really bad. We shared a salad that was good, but the 2 main course were below average. The place had a moldy smell and there were fruit flies flying around. My wife felt sick due to gluten contamination when we got back to the hotel. Steer clear of this place, specially if you have a gluten intolerance.

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  11. AmyJ

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic creative food and wonderful attentive waitress. Four of us shared the mushroom strudel, the baked brie salad, the bruschetta, the cheese board and the vegetable gateau and it was all delicious. Will definitely be returning. One of the best meals I've had in a long time.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing, I definitely plan on returning.

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  13. DKLC

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food, cocktails and service were all impressive! We had a great evening and will definitely be back

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  14. zees

    Tampa

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We arrived at restaurant to find few patrons on a Sunday evening. We were disappointed to find several dishes missing from menu that were on website. Appetizers were tasty and well presented. Main courses were average in taste and appearance. Our server was very helpful through the meal.

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  15. PaulV

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Excellent food, novel menu. Service attentive but a bit unpolished. Nice evening.

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  16. DeahnaB

    Denver

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    By far, our most favorite restaurant in Sarasota/Bradenton area!!!

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  17. Nick

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great service - unique menu with Mediterranean flair.

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  18. BuffyC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Each dish was exquisite. It was quiet enough to have a lovely dinner conversation. The waiter was also helpful in picking dishes. Cocktails were delicious without being too sweet.

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  19. MichelleC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Wonderful food you don't typically see on the menu. The Rabbit taco's were outstanding. They are small portion but were plenty. The crab ginger soup yummy

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    86 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We've been to Melange several times, and have always enjoyed the fun creative dishes.

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  21. TomS

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Started with an Old Fashioned that was nicely made. Next was the Mushroom Strudel, which was as nice a starter as I’ve had in a long time. I wanted to pick up the plate and lick it. Next, I had the stuffed quail, which was very unusual, and again extremely well-made. Although I ordered too much to eat, there was nothing left. Although I am a fussy eater, I would unequivocally recommend this restaurant. Everything was first rate and reasonably priced.

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  22. Hutson

    Baltimore

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Outstanding food, nice place, the wait staff need a small amount of additional training as they could not recall who ordered what.

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  23. HeatherD

    Tampa

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing and inventive food. Will return. Crab soup and mushroom pastry was amazing.

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  24. TanyaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful as always. The rabbit tacos and duck spring rolls are consistently delicious and there’s always something new to try

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  25. PatsyC

    Tampa

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious & unexpected elegance. Cocktails, service, everything was a 10!!!

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  26. Sailorsdelight

    Tampa

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    One of our Sarasota favorites and does not disappoint. We are careful recommending it to friend because of the limited and somewhat eclair menu. We like the mushroom in puff pastry, Brie salad and short ribs. Recommend quail.

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  27. Joey

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Highly recommend, what we ordered was excellent with generous portions, the service was outstanding and overall it was very reasonably priced. The homemade bread and jams that accompanied our starters were amazing, the entrees perfect and better than expected and the desserts were inventive and very good. A nice little place that cares about the food and treats clients well.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    This was truly a disappointment. I reserved this for my birthday with a girl friend as we were out of town and excited to check out Althing new. I made special note that is for for a birthday AND I have a gluten dietary restriction. The cocktails were fine but the waitress couldn’t be bothered with us (she was busy chatting at the bar ignoring the other small handful of tables in the restaurant). I ordered the pepper corn crushed salmon…there was no crusting happening. There may have been some light seasoning..sort of. It was next level bland but my motto is that if it’s what I ordered and editable, I’m not seeing it back (I just note I’ll never eat there again). Once on the cake…she knew enough to wish me a happy birthday and proceeded to bring me my “super special free dessert”…which I ask if it was gluten free…and it was not. So despite me not only added it to the reservation and telling her at the beginning of the night, I was still brought at birthday desert I couldn’t eat. Bland food, bad services and horrible birthday expensive. Will not be back.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    What a wonderful find! The food was absolutely delicious, the presentation beautiful and the waitstaff was attentive, helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. Price was very reasonable. Couldn’t have asked for a better dining experience!

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  30. Patti

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were quickly greeted upon arrival and seated. The wait staff was very attentive. Food/menu was different and very interesting. Not a steak and potato restaurant. Exactly what we were looking for. Will definitely be returning.

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  31. Local

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    4 dinners and 3/4 gave it a 3 or 4 out of 10 for the rating. Dry and reheated … tasted ok but not really freshly made. Short ribs and the venison while tender were both dry- wanted to love it but with all the other options here locally I likely won’t be back. Our server was nice. The ambience was ok- space is limited so tables are very close together.

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  32. Chrissy

    Tampa

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time there and loved it both times! Everything was delicious.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Everything was great until the end. We dined before attending the theater. We ordered dessert about 40 minutes before we needed to leave to make the show. We ended up leaving more than 20 minutes later than planned because it first took a long time to bring dessert and even longer to get the check and process the payment.

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  34. ElizabethS

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We came up to Sarasota for the ballet. I chose this restaurant from the Internet, not having any connection to Sarasota. We were very pleasantly surprised at how good the food was. The menu was very interesting. The flavour combinations were very well paired. Our servers were knowledgable, attentive and friendly. Even the wine was reasonably priced for a restaurant. We would definitely come back.

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  35. Mary

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience2
    Chemical cleaning smell inside a bit overwhelming. Inside also a bit cluttered and dim.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dinner experience!!! Will go back! Many thanks to the Chef!

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  37. SusanB

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We were a party of 7 ordering different main courses. We were all impressed with the preparation and quality of our dishes. Venison, duck, vegan, crepes, etc and the creme brulee. Staff were attentive and accommodating to our needs. We are looking forward to returning

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  38. WilliamL

    Indiana

    252 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    252 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Unique combinations of flavors. Good service and ‘vibe.’ Reasonable prices. Jamie, Brad and Bri work well as a team.Alchemy speakeasy was fun- innovative libations.

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  39. CathyT

    Washington DC

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Best in town !

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  40. Aquavit

    Chicago

    63 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very professional with a creative kitchen. Excellent service. Only disappointment was the lack of fish options.

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Melange offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 953-7111.

Melange is rated 4.6 stars by 499 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Melange

1568 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5803

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Orange Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    City parking is available in front of Melange on Main Street. There is also free parking behind the restaurant on State Street, and a parking garage on State Street that is free for the first 2 hours. Feel free to enter through our back door marked with the meLange logo.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Lan Bradeen
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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