Maison Blanche, or “White House” in English, embodies the ultimate in sophistication; simple yet elegant, a modern but still-classic approach to dining.
Maison Blanche enjoys a reputation as the best restaurant in the Sarasota area and one of the finest in the state of Florida due to the consistent high quality of food and service.
Both the luxurious décor and the incredibly sumptuous menu bring your dining experience to life. Every detail of your meal is approached with the sole purpose of making your evening and the occasion truly memorable. With a menu featuring only the finest cuts of meat, the freshest seafood, poultry, game and produce, renowned Chef José Martinez creates meals that delight the palate from start to finish.
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BOOKING
Requires credit card info. A cancellation fee of $45 per guest applies for no-show reservations or changes within the 24 hour notice.
If you experience any delays or wish to modify your booking, please do so prior to your reservation either through Resy or by calling
(941) 383-8088.
Your reserved table is held for 15 minutes. After that, we mark it as a no-show in order to accommodate other guests.
DRESS CODE / AMBIENCE
Maison Blanche follows a “Chic-Décontracté” dress code, meaning casual chic attire is welcome.
A suit jacket is neither required nor prohibited.
We strive for a softly sophisticated and tranquil atmosphere.
In order to maintain the enjoyment for all guests, we ask that children under the age of 7 not be brought into the dining room.
We look forward to your visit.
MENU EXPERIENCE
Maison Blanche does not offer an à la carte menu.
Chef José Martinez presents a set prix fixe menu of seven carefully crafted appetizers, seven mains, and seven desserts.
This is known as a “Table d’hôte” or “Host’s Table” menu.
WINE EXPERIENCE
No bar and no cocktails — only wine and champagne available.
We do not offer a corkage fee; therefore, outside wine is not permitted.
MEET The Chef
Chef José Martinez
Chef Martinez’s 40 years experience , including 10 years with major several master chefs, recipient with three stars Michelin guide as well as Relais & Châteaux. He trained in with exceptional results. Chef Martinez owned and helmed his own fine dining restaurant with 200 seats named La Maison Blanche in the “Golden Triangle” of Paris for 10 years and he was awarded his own Michelin star for Maison Blanche in Paris. Establish since 2002 in Longboat- key, Florida , he made a James Beard semifinalists for Best Chef South in 2010. By Zagat 2012 Best French restaurant in Florida. Nominated in 2015, Maison Blanche is among of the 100 best restaurants in USA by Opentable. Winner of the Golden Spoon every year , he has entered The Hall Of Fame . Chef Jose Martinez at Maison Blanche on Longboat- Key is unanimously praised by foodies and reviewers as Tampa Bay and Sarasota’s best for 21 years.
Philosophy
There is no alternative to excellence. Capturing excellence in a dining experience begins and ends with the food. I have great respect for the production of food and the privilege bestowed on me being able to use it and apply my talent and focus on creating the most excellent product possible.
VISION
Satisfaction. Every meal must satisfy or it is a failure. Dining and hospitality experiences are personal. They restore, entertain, fulfill, and when executed properly, memory creating. Striving for perfect balance in foods and flavor is a craft, composing them in originality and seasonally sustainable is a gift and to share and present them in an authentic atmosphere of comfort is a legacy.