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

Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center

4.4
4.4
3412 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
190 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 702-9102
  • Website
    https://www.brioitalian.com/locations/university-town-center/?y_source=1_MTU5OTgwMjUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
  • 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
    Kimberly Golonka: (407) 634-3999
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    190 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Neighborhood
    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 3,412 people are saying

Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brio Italian Grille at Sarasota's University Town Center offers a delightful dining experience with its "great service" and "wonderful food." Guests appreciate the restaurant's "nice ambiance" and commend servers like Alex and Oscar for their attentiveness. Popular dishes include lobster bisque, shrimp risotto, and pasta Brio, making it a favorite spot for many.

3,412 Reviews

  1. Janice

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were excellent. Had a great meal with great service throughout.

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  2. Michael VIP

    New York City80 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife’s chicken was not good she did not saying anything it was tough.

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  3. Joe

    Naples18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food in large portions, along with Great Service!!

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  4. Ann VIP

    San Francisco21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful Easter brunch, excellent service, fun environment!

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  5. sheila

    Fort Lauderdale5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, always look forward to coming back

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  6. Ann VIP

    San Francisco21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alex is an amazing server! She made us feel at home and welcomed for our lovely meal. We'll be back soon, thank you for the care.

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  7. Maria

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great vibe! Service was excellent! Will definitely be added to my fave list

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  8. Michael

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had our favorite lunch experience. Sat at the bar and enjoyed lobster bisque and buffalo shrimp flatbread.

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  9. John VIP

    Toronto25 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was good but service was a shambles. Forgot my wine, forgot to process my bill. They can do better!

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  10. SherriS VIP

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Anniversary

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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 4.4 stars by 3412 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Google Map for Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center

190 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:30 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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.brioitalian.com/locations/university-town-center/?y_source=1_MTU5OTgwMjUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
  • 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
    Kimberly Golonka: (407) 634-3999

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