Whether you’re digging into a plate of fresh-smoked barbecue, cutting a slice of handmade bread fresh out of the oven, or sampling a selection of cuisines and flavors from around the world, all the best food has one thing in common: You know it when you taste it.
And when you live at The Glenridge, every day is a culinary adventure. Our ever-changing menu highlights seasonal ingredients through a variety of chef-created specials, from crab-stuffed prawns to handmade ravioli. “In a regular restaurant, you make the same sauce every night,” says Marco Marini, one of three talented chefs leading The Glenridge’s dining team. “But here, we’re always reinventing ourselves.”
And with multiple on-campus dining venues to choose from – each with a unique culinary style and ambience – there’s a dining option to suit every palate:
- Dining in style. Enjoy exceptional cuisine and stellar table service in our two main dining rooms: the resort-casual Heather room and the formal Hawthorne room. Members can also take advantage of Chef’s Table special menus, featuring curated courses like rock shrimp capellini and New York-style bison strip steak.
- Pub-style casual fare. The reimagined Kiltie Grille brings bold flavor and globally inspired cuisine to The Glenridge in a stylish, convivial atmosphere. And better yet, it’s conveniently located in our Theatre District – making it a great place to visit before or after an evening of entertainment.
- Happier happy hours. At the Thistle Stop cocktail lounge, members can raise a glass and catch up with friends while enjoying a collection of signature cocktails, mocktails, and wines.
- Festive gatherings. Have a birthday, anniversary, or family reunion coming up? The Glenridge offers a variety of spaces for private gatherings and catered celebrations – including the Sterling dining room (10-14 guests), the MacIntyre Room (35-65 guests), and the main Hawthorne dining room (15-65 guests).
- Grab-and-go. In the mood for a quiet night in? No problem: All our main dining venues, including the Kiltie Grille and Hawthorne, offer take-out and delivery. For quick bites, the Kiltie Grille’s “Sweet Stop” also serves up fresh-baked bread, ice cream cones, milkshakes and more throughout the week.
The Glenridge takes pride in serving up nothing but the best – and not just when it comes to dining. With world-class amenities, outstanding on-campus healthcare, and a community designed to help you flourish, we’re continually evolving to do more for our members. Learn more today, and get a taste of life at Sarasota’s best senior living community! Send us a message or give our Life Planning Team a call at 941-552-5369 to schedule a personal tour.
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