Brio Italian Grille - Tampa - International

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   Michelle

   Tampa

   5 reviews

   3.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   In general, was a fair experience. Made reservations months in advance, confirmed days prior. Upon arrival, was advised they were running 20 minutes later than reservations. Party of five, we specifically requested NOT to be crunched into a table for four and was told that would not be a problem. When seated, we were directed to a four-top. We again requested roomier table which they accommodated quickly. However, table had no set-ups (silverware), napkins, S&P, etc. (had to ask server for these after being served bread/butter and salads). Bread was not refilled. Side Caesar salad was lackluster, too light on the dressing. Chicken Caesar entree salad was meager, especially for the $$. Chicken Limone was fair (too few capers), Gorgonzola campanelle flavor was good but pasta was underdone (firmer than al dente); poor balance of ingredients, being heavy on the dried tomatoes and lacking asparagus (had perhaps a single asparagus spear), adequate protein. Lasagna was flavorful. Premier margarita was delicious and worth the $15. Overall, staff was polite and accommodating, but we were underwhelmed with the food, as we felt the quality was not as good as several previous visits.
   

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   Jeannette

   Tampa

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   I felt I was in Italy. I would not know what to say for improvements. The wait staff was very helpful. The food was above excellent. Looking forward for another visit.
   

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   Laura

   Naples

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Our server was extremely nice & attentive. Overall, I would rate it as just average. We had to send a Old Fashion back as it was made wrong. Our server said one of the bartenders were new. We ordered a Woodford Reserve on the rocks. My bf said it didn't taste like Woodford but drank it anyway. My bf ordered the Thanksgiving dinner. I ordered the filet mignon. Our dinners were served. My filet was well done instead of medium rare. The server noticed immediately & took it back. It took so long for my filet to come out that my bf had finished his dinner. The manager was kind enough to comp my meal without me asking. Overall, the food was good & the staff was kind. It just seemed like there were so many mistakes considering that probably half the meals served were a prix-fix turkey dinner. When I received the bill, my bf didn't get Woodford but Makers Mark. I'd go back again but it definitely wasn't the best experience but they tried to make it right without having to ask.
   

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   Sam and Greg

   Alabama

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   Salads and pastas were very nice. Filet mignon was really sad. 3/4" thick is not a proper filet. It was basically a medallion for $50. Also lacked a proper exterior sear with slight crunch. Temperature was correct, but the cut was subpar at best. Suggest you skip it.
   

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   Laura

   Tampa

   23 reviews

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   4.0

   23 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   Brio is always a nice meal in a nice atmosphere. We’ll be back again.
   

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   Judy

   Chicago

   6 reviews

   2.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on October 27, 2024

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

   Service was excellent. We were there for brunch and our food was not the best. Had an 11 reservation was first ones there and waited a very long time for our food. Manager could have cared less. Gone there for dinner often and sat in bar area never had a bad experience. Won’t go back again for brunch ever!
   

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   Connie

   Tampa

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on October 13, 2024

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

   Service was impeccable and food was delicious! It was a wonderful respite from the turmoil of Hurricane Milton.
   

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   Debbie

   Tampa

   22 reviews

   5.0

   22 reviews

   Dined on September 29, 2024

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

   Always love my experience at Brio. We went for Brunch. Only thing is I wish they had more variety on the brunch menu. Only 4 items to choose from.
   

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   Dominic

   Tampa

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on September 27, 2024

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

   Food was above average and the service was excellent. Pricey, so be prepared. Would go there again
   

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    scott

    Tampa

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 20, 2024

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

    Meh. The food was cold Over priced carpaccio was only good thing
    

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