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    Mean Deans Local Kitchen

    4.3 (354 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Dee M.

    All three times that we dined here the service was slow. Maybe because it was weekends and maybe because they often times have huge parties dining here. Our first time that we came here for prime rib day we were told that we couldn't have prime rib that day because they overcooked the prime rib. So they lost money on us because we both ordered items that were three dollars cheaper than the prime rib that we have been expecting. Then the next time we dined here, our waitress took my martini order and 20 minutes later. It still had not arrived, so I went to the bar and there was no one at the bar and when the waitress came back, she told me she would just going to the bar to make it. And she did. Such good reviews made us come back for a third time which was kind of a combination of the first times we had dined here When we come back here to Florida 10 months from now, we'll give it another shot, but this time we're going to try it during the week.

    Alexandra L.

    I stumbled upon this place by chance, and it's a total hidden gem. The interior is incredibly cozy and inviting--perfect for a relaxed meal. A huge shoutout to Sierra, who went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic dining experience. The food was outstanding! I'll definitely be back.

    Salad bar with charcuterie board!
    James C.

    Mother's Day Brunch was great! The service was super everyone super attentive and Linda was great! The food was also very nice and huge selection. I had prime rib and ham both done perfect! I forgot about this place and glad we went back! The coconut cake was wow thanks Dean!

    Gayle B.

    We went to Mean Deans for dinner tonight for a birthday, and overall it was a really good night. Everyone was super friendly and attentive from the start. The restaurant was clean and had a nice, relaxed vibe. The food was good, and the drinks were great -- they even came with an orchid on top, which was such a fun little touch. Since we were celebrating, the birthday girl got a free dessert of her choice & a birthday card, which was a sweet surprise and made her feel special. The only downside was that I had two Visa gift cards I planned to use, and they wouldn't accept them. That was a little frustrating, but other than that, everything was smooth and easy.

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    Arabelle G.

    My friend wanted to try and after a very bad experience I finally said ok because sometimes you need to give a place a second d chance . This time the waitress was very friendly and the food was good . I had the special "chicken parm" and my friend the burger and both were good so this time I had a good experience I will give it another try and see if the first time was just a bad day for the cook or the staff

    Cuban with spicy black beans.
    Victoria M.

    The staff is friendly and the restrooms are clean; a good start. For apps the gator bites and calamari were both good. Instead of marinara the calamari had sweet heat drizzled on it; so good. The entrees we ordered: salmon, Cuban sandwich, pork loin, meatloaf, and a filet. Both people were happy with their salmon, but not the side of plain cooked carrots; a little lack luster for the price point of the meal. The salmon was marinated and both people loved it. The pork was good, but it was smothered in large apple pieces, just too thick for the size of the meat- the apple pieces seemed like canned pie filling. The meatloaf had no complaints and with a little extra charge, the side salad matched the meal perfectly. The side salad was quite good. The filet was presented nicely, but alas was overcooked:/ lastly, the Cuban sandwich and black beans over rice was my dish. The sandwich was delicious and shared with the filet and person, who Loved it as well. The black beans only needed just a bit of liquid to make that the perfect side. Although the steak was overcooked, the meal was really solid for the rest of the group. We would probably go back again for sandwiches and the salmon. I'd like to try their fish and chips as well. The menu had a great deal of options. The only part that lagged was the side choices for us.

    Key Lime Creme Brulee
    Art C.

    We visited Mean Deans for the first time last night. They offer a large diverse menu which meant lots of questions for our server. Michael did an excellent job fielding them and making our special evening even more special. The one question I forgot to ask was whether Chef Dean was sometimes mean. What I can say is the entire staff was great, definitely not mean. We were celebrating a birthday and they went above and beyond. It was also Monday Meatloaf Day, so I had their Marsala Meatloaf. This was a nice comfort food meal. I may have missed some of the nuances of the dish but overall, it was a delicious meatloaf with gravy and potatoes and veggies, a meal I grew up enjoying. My nostalgic dinner started with a small Caesar salad, actually called Vintage Caesar on the menu. It was, too. I even got it with anchovies. We finished our meal by sharing a Key Lime Crème Brulee. I like wood, and there was plenty. One wall was made with various colored boards with chalkboards built in. One chalkboard answered some of the questions we had asked Michael. They have a menu where anybody can find something they'd like to try. My wife raved about her Cedar Plank Salmon, I want to try their Gouda Burger. We'll find a way to return someday.

    Blackened grouper with chunky pineapple-mango salsa, Caribbean rice, and green beans.

    I was visiting the area and looked up this place on yelp and noticed it strong reviews. After going, I had to agree. It seemed fairly busy for a Tuesday night, but not terribly loud and I found it relaxing. I was tempted to get the shrimp and grits, but my friendly and attentive waitress Zoe made another recommendation and I was glad I went with it. I chose the blackened grouper, with chunky pineapple-mango salsa, Caribbean rice and green beans. It was delicious. I added this place to my favorites list.

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    Danielle V.

    Stopped in a few days after the hurricane. So thankful it was open, because the 3 other places I tried were closed. First time here but had multiple people recommend so glad we finally got to go. They had a limited menu due to the hurricane and losing so much of their products but still the menu had many options. I had the Gouda burger. It was delicious! I loved that it included mushrooms and onions. The fires were nice and crispy too! My friend has the peanut noodles with chicken. Looked delish! The Oreo cake was also a must try! Love that everything is homemade! Can't wait to come back!

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    Amanda and Linda are SUCH awesome servers. All the food is fresh, delicious, and spectacular in every form. The ambiance and hospitality is something every other restaurant should strive for.

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    Portions were huge! Well worth the prices. I had there lobster lasagna and took home enough for two more meals.

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    I had the Mac n cheese with grilled onions and pork barbecue. It was fantastic! Can't wait to go back!.

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    Just looking at this food and plate presentations make me not hungry. Sloppy plates and runny sauces.

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    Fresh inventive dishes! Great variety of Brunch, Lunch, Dinner choices. The waitstaff is friendly and helpful. Outdoor seating, too.

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    Stopped in today and tried the pulled pork tacos. Great service and food was delicious. I'll be back again

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    Hubs and I stopped for late lunch-Wendy's salad delicious and hubs loved his fried chicken

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    4.3(664 reviews)
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