August Live Blues Brunch Featuring “Guitar Gary” Gary Drouin

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Photo courtesy of Mattison's Restaurant Group

Experience the best in blues and a delicious brunch at Mattison’s Riverwalk Grille in Downtown Bradenton Sunday, August 22, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Mattison’s offers weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday with a special Blues Brunch every 4th Sunday of the month. This month features Gary Drouin. Dubbed “Guitar Gary”, Gary Drouin is Sarasota’s premier blues guitar player. Instrumental in forming the famous FIVE “O” BLUES JAM in the 80’s, Gary has played blues with the likes of Rock Bottom, Eddie “BLUESMAN” Kirkland, Diamond Teeth Mary, Memphis Flyers, Mercy Road, Bluescasters, Lauran Mitchell, Lady Katt and Koko Ray Hansen as well as the local favorite Memphis Rub Band. 

In addition to hosting soulful blues, Chef Alex has created a Brunch Menu guaranteed to make your Sunday Brunch experience complete. Choices of brunch items include Stuffed French Toast, Duck Confit Crepe with Blueberry Mascarpone, Niman Ranch Steak and Eggs Bowl, Riverwalk Breakfast, Omelets, Poached Egg with Avocado Toast and much, much more. Bottomless Mimosas and Signature Bloody Mary’s make it a perfect way to spend
your Sunday. 

Call 941-896-9660 today to make reservations to experience delicious chef-created brunch menu items and authentic blues. To view the entire brunch menu, visit mattisons.com under Riverwalk Menus. Mattison’s Monthly Blues Brunch Sundays are in conjunction with the Bradenton Blues Fest, hosted by Realize Bradenton. The annual Bradenton Blues Brunch takes place December 5th, 11am-2pm as part of the Bradenton Blues Festival Weekend. Tickets available at bradentonbluesfestival.org/tickets

Photo courtesy of Mattison's Restaurant Group

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