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Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center, Sarasota, FL

Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center

4.2
4.2
3372 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for outdoor dining
Brio University Town Center is a premier Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant in Sarasota, FL serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine, luxury wines & cocktails-our specialties include premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta and flatbreads. If you're looking for the best holiday party venue or restaurant for Thanksgiving, Brio offers easy reservations and catering services to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Brio University Town Center is the place to eat in Sarasota, FL for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 702-9102
  • Website
    https://www.brioitalian.com/locations/university-town-center/?y_source=1_MTU5OTgwMjUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Bring your Brio favorites to your next event. Our catering menu offers large pans that you can bring to any occasion.<br />To plan your next event, view our menu:<br />http://www.brioitalian.com/menus.html
  • Private party facilities
    No matter what the occasion, BRIO's private and large dining rooms provide the perfect backdrop for all of your special events. Our packages offer a variety of high quality, made-to-order Italian specialties sure to please! Our staff will provide a memorable experience for you and your guests!
  • Private party contact
    Betsy Arfmann: (813) 579-5609
  • Location
    190 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Neighbourhood
    Sarasota
  • Parking details
    Ample Parking Available
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,372 people are saying

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brio Italian Grille in Sarasota offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service," a welcoming ambiance, and a varied menu. Guests appreciate the "perfectly cooked" dishes and "attentive staff." While some note occasional service delays, the positive atmosphere and flavorful Italian cuisine make it a popular choice for celebrations and casual dining alike.

3,372 Reviews

  1. Randi

    VIP

    Tampa

    53 reviews

    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a nice lunch. Some of the prices increased and our bill was more than we expected.

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  2. PATRICIA

    VIP

    Tampa

    79 reviews

    4.0

    79 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good. Price for a very small piece of bread pudding was $11.

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  3. Kitt

    VIP

    Tampa

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. Food was excellent and service was great

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  4. ken

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    91 reviews

    3.0

    91 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Dined Monday evening … food quality good …. Waiter was nice and courteous…. Time between appetizer over 50 minutes ….. much too long …. No explanation …. Made it a less than enjoyable experience …. Probably won’t go back ….

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  5. Mary lou

    VIP

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great pasta and Cesare salad great service nice ambiance !

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  6. Richard

    Naples

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My son’s favorite place to eat. They have glutton free pasta for those with allergies. All their dishes are great.

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  7. Toni

    VIP

    Tampa

    128 reviews

    5.0

    128 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Your lasagna was divine. The waiter was very pleasant and accommodating.

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  8. James

    Orlando

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed New Year’s there the previous year and had a completely different experience. Last night the service was terrible. We spent most of the evening with empty glasses with minimal attention from our server. Food temperature was room temperature and the entire group was left disappointed. I don’t know what changed in the last year but it was not for the better. Next year will be a different restaurant for sure.

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  9. Evelyn

    VIP

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Outdoor seating was nice. Table was not set when we sat. Spotty attention by server. Drink orders taken. Not all served at same time. No bread while waiting. Manager explained Christmas day was overwhelming experience tbis year. Restaurant ran out of bread. Food was good but prices high. There was no real compensation for the experience other than my 10% mall employee discount. Won't be going back anytime soon.

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  10. Alex

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was fantastic. We would definitely go back!

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FAQs

Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 702-9102.

Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center is rated 4.2 stars by 3372 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center

190 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample Parking Available
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.brioitalian.com/locations/university-town-center/?y_source=1_MTU5OTgwMjUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
  • Phone number
    (941) 702-9102
  • Catering
    Bring your Brio favorites to your next event. Our catering menu offers large pans that you can bring to any occasion.<br />To plan your next event, view our menu:<br />http://www.brioitalian.com/menus.html
  • Private party facilities
    No matter what the occasion, BRIO's private and large dining rooms provide the perfect backdrop for all of your special events. Our packages offer a variety of high quality, made-to-order Italian specialties sure to please! Our staff will provide a memorable experience for you and your guests!
  • Private party contact
    Betsy Arfmann: (813) 579-5609

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