Welcome to the Dance

Our cute little house has famously been here since 1911. Our signature Salad is even named for it, so we would know. That’s a long time! For reference, The Titanic sank the following year in 1912. We have a salad for that, too.

This house has even withstood two world wars.

In the hundred-plus years this house has stood, it has served as a home for families, a safe haven for local businesses to serve their community and a beacon of countless memories. Chef Robert even propagates a rumor that Elvis once visited, where he dreamed up his famous Elvis Burger. This house truly is a gem of Bradenton history. 

That is -of course- why Becky had to have it, when it became available. And so, The Lazy Ballerina was born. A Wine Bar and Bistro with a Southern Charm. Beautiful vision, beautiful location. Bound for success,and yet... Rome wasn’t built over night. A mentor of mine would remind us that 98% of restaurants fail within the first 5 years. We are approaching our third.

In the restaurant business, it takes greatness to persist and succeed.

The pursuit of greatness isn’t a sprint. It is a marathon. It is grit. It is grind. It is vigilance. This next chapter will be no different. Our Chef team has over 50 years of combined experience, with a mix of seasoned cooks and young upstarts.

Our Executive Chef Robert Drulia has spent most of his career training under Sean Murphy at The Beach Bistro and Chef Ray Arptke at Euphemia Haye. Our Sous Chef Martin Franz developed his talents at The Waterfront on Anna Maria Island. Our two top prospects, Tenae Brown and Jaxon Fasel are young in their life and career, but their enormous work ethic and high degree of attention to detail always shines through. On November 17^th, we will feature a collaborative menu which captivates the talent and creativity of our amazing staff.

We have cultivated an experience which captures the skill, creative spirit and commitment which we feel will drive us into the future

Join us for a collaborative Chef’s dinner and wine pairing on Monday November 17th at 6PM to celebrate Bradenton history, Fall flavors and creative passion that sets us apart. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Lazy Ballerina Presents

Welcome to the Dance

Assemblé:

Pig & Fig Tart

French Goat Cheese, Pork Belly and Fig Jam, in fresh baked Puff Pastry. Kissed with a honey balsamic glaze.

Pairing with: Montelvini Rose DOC Brut - Bright, elegant, floral with subtle red-berry notes.

Grande Jeté:

Golden Beet & Butternut Squash Salad

Roasted and caramelized sweet golden beets and butternut squash over Seasonal Greens. With Fresh Cranberry, Feta, Candied Almonds and a Maple Dijon Vinaigrette.

Pairing with: La Canosa ‘Viridis’ Vericchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC - Fresh citrus, almond and a mineral finish.

Plié:

Pepita Crusted Salmon

Pepita Crusted Salmon bites over Purple Potato Potato Gratin, slow cooked in maple butter and consumme. Over a sweet potato potato puree and finished with candied lemon.

Pairing with: Teanum ‘Favugne’ Sauvingon Blanc - Tropical, citrus, crisp and balanced.

Pirouette:

Autumn Pork Tenderloin

All Natural Cheshire Pork Tenderloin. Rubbed in autumn flavors. Paired with a Brown Butter and Sage Acorn Squash-Parsnip-Puree. Finished with an Apple Glaze and Red Wine Reduction.

Pairing with: Aldegheri Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC - Deep, rich, with plum and cherry notes.

       Tour en l'air:

         Bananas Foster over Pumpkin Ice Cream

Celebrate with us as we light up the room with Fireworks Show and Ice Cream.

Pairing with: Montelvini Prosecco Rose DOC Brut - Velvety and refined, compliments dessert sweetness.

Reserve your tickets to The Dance before spots run out.

A Chef’s Tasting Event with Whimsical Wine Pairings