Photo: Rich Schineller
Located in Paul Rudolph’s 1959 Vocational Shops building, beautifully reimagined by K/R Architects.
The Bistro fare is inspired by Florida’s regional fruit stands and farmer’s markets and emphasizes local produce, healthy proteins, and artisanal specialty items brought to you by Executive Chef Kaytlin Dangaran and the Constellation Culinary team. The Bistro design is inspired by Rudolph, the history of the Sarasota High School and the 1920s provenance of the Elliott building and serves as platform to extend the curatorial vision of the Museum into your dining experience.
SOUPS
CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP $8
parmesan crisp, white truffle
MATZO BALL SOUP* $9
homemade broth, roasted chicken, celery
SALADS
WATERCRESS SALAD $12
Florida citrus, roasted beets, avocado, pistachio, smoked blue cheese, orange vinaigrette
KALE CAESER* $12
parmesan, rye breadcrumbs, brussels sprouts
CHOPPED SALAD $13
little gem lettuces, granny smith apple, pear, toasted pumpkin seeds, radicchio, blue cheese dressing
ADD PROTEIN
6-MINUTE EGG +2
CEDAR ROASTED SALMON +7
HOUSE BRINED TURKEY +6
CHICKEN SALAD WALDORF +6
THE HALVES
MATZO BALL SOUP
CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP
MARKET SALAD
HOUSE BRINED TURKEY SANDWICH
CHICKEN SALAD WALDORF SANDWICH
PULLMAN, RYE, 7 GRAIN, OR Gluten Free
KIDS MENU
SUNFLOWER BUTTER PB&J $7
seasonal jelly
KIDS GRILLED CHEESE $8
White Cheddar cheese
FLATBREAD PIZZA $10
homemade tomato sauce
TARTINES
SALMON TARTINE $13
dill crème, capers, heirloom tomato
SMASHED AVOCADO $10
preserved lemon, radish
ROASTED GARLIC & WHITE BEAN TARTINE$9
wilted spinach, blistered tomatoes
SANDWICHES
served with a side of house-made bread & butter pickles
GRIDDLED CHEESE $10
fontina mornay, sharp white cheddar, pullman, tomato jam
CHICKEN WALDORF SALAD $12
toasted walnut, little gem, croissant
HOUSE BRINED TURKEY $14
smashed avocado, sprouts, tomato, 7 grain bread
ADD APPLEWOOD BACON +2
BISTRO BLT $14
la brea bread, homemade bacon, heirloom tomato, rosemary aioli
ADD AVOCADO SMASH +2
TOASTED CORNED BEEF RUEBEN $15
Norfolk sauce, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, rye
BAVARIAN BURGER $16
house-made bratwurst, pretzel bun, braised red cabbage, horseradish, whole grain mustard
Weekend Brunch - Saturday and Sunday
BRUNCH MENU
CHIA SEED PUDDING $8
fresh berries
ricotta, caramelized peaches, brown butter, granola, whipped cream
BISTRO BREAKFAST $14
house made sausage, oven dried tomato, home fries, eggs, toast
QUICHE $12
summer squash, marjoram, goat cheese
SMASHED AVOCADO TARTINE $9
preserved lemon, radish
BREAKFAST SANDWICH $12
toasted croissant, rosemary aioli, bacon, egg, Swiss cheese
DRINKS
BISTRO BLOODYMARY $11
worcestershire, tobasco, titos
ADD THE WORKS + 3
pickled okra, house-cured bacon, blackened shrimp
ICED IRISH COFFEE $11
parliament espresso, Irish whiskey, whipped cream
MIMOSA CARAFE $19
choice of : local orange juice or mango
SINGLE $9
BOURBON PALMER $10
MEM iced tea, homemade lemonade, jim bean
SANGRIA SPRITZ $10
red wine, fresh fruit, bubbles
Executive Chef
Bistro at Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College
Executive Chef
Bistro at Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College
Chef Kaytlin Dangaran brings a fresh approach to Bistro at Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College, where she draws inspiration from her diverse culinary experience and background. Having led restaurants within cultural institutions, she has elevated the museum experience with seasonal and art-inspired menus.
Learning to cook in her mother’s kitchen, Chef Dangaran, a Tampa native, recognized at a young age the importance of food and shared meals with her family and her community. As a universal language, she communicates through her culinary creations bringing people from all backgrounds together for a shared experience.
Trained at the French Culinary Institute in Manhattan, Chef Dangaran gained invaluable experience in the kitchen of Gabe Thompson’s bustling West Village Italian restaurant dell’anima. Shortly after completing culinary school, she joined the opening team of Thompson’s L’Artusi as Sous Chef. Eager to expand her culinary knowledge and skills, Dangaran moved to San Francisco where she worked at the famed Quince and Cotogna.
Catering
Our exclusive catering partners, Constellation Culinary, will take care of all your special event and catering needs. From a group tour box lunch picnic on the Great Lawn to an elegant dinner in the Museum Plaza, or even a glamorous wedding amidst the art, Constellation Culinary is here to help you host your next great event at the Sarasota Art Museum.
Learn more about our Catering program by clicking below.