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“Although we have never dined in the restaurant, we have been to several private parties and just love the way they do things. Family style appetizers, pasta, salad and great choices. This last time we had steak, which we were apprehensive about but even that was tender and cooked perfectly.Parking: Plenty and easily accessible“

“Pretty good overall. Seemed like an amateurish operation at times but I understand they're trying to rebrand and become more of a steakhouse. I'd go back eventually to see how it turns out with the steaks (had seafood). But for what they're charging right now I would expect close to perfection, it wasn't near that. Still, overall good.“

“It was a very busy night but we were able to be seated right away. The waitress was very friendly and realized we were celebrating Ramadan; she made us aware if there was pork in any of the food we were ordering and asked if we would like to customize our choices, if possible.The food was very good and each person who brought anything to our table was very courteous. There were just two moments of not being able to eat while waiting for grated cheese & and for someone so we could ask for salt.We were asked when the food was brought out if we would like grated cheese; but they never came back. The hostess noticed as soon as we started looking around and came over to see if we needed something. She brought grated cheese instantly.We wanted a little salt on the salad, but there was none on the table, and it took a bit before I was able to ask for it.Being it was busy, we assumed they were busy or got distracted.All and all... for as busy as it was, the two moments were not as bad as it could have been and definitely worth choosing to eat there.Highly recommend“

“I really really want to give 5 starts but the lack of flavor in certain dishes made me give 4. The Rock Shrimp appetizer is one of the best dishes I've ever had. EVER. The sauce, the crisp fry on the shrimp- I've had it twice and find myself thinking about it often! My husband ordered the whole red snapper fried- he loved it. The sauce it was in was also YUM. However, my last visit I had the salmon, and it was just ok and then this visit I had the sesame chicken and we ordered vegetable friend rice- and again, just ok. It's kind of weird bc I feel like these items has NO flavor. They were cooked wonderfully, but tasted as if I could make it at home. If I visit again I will order the rock shrimp as my appetizer and then again for my meal lol its THAT good! Service was exceptional both visits- from the host desk to the servers to the bus Boys.“

“Perhaps i ordered the wrong main entree. The appetizers were good we got wings and the pretzels 6/10. i got chicken and waffle for my main and i have to say it was the blandest chicken ive ever had. No flavor in the chicken or the coat. Bland waffle. Most of the seasonings were on the egg and they didnt even ask me how i want that cooked because i definitely wouldve said sunnyside up…. They gave me over hard 1/10. Being unhappy with my choice i tried some of my friends’ pizzas and they were decent if you like soft crust (no crunch)7/10 in my opinion. Pistachio ricotta cake was dessert and it was good 9/10.“

“It was our second time there. The food is very fresh and authentic. Many traditional Italian dishes that are well prepared and presented. I had the seafood stew special which was excellent. It was $42 a little pricey but worth it. My wife had the eggplant Parmesan. It was excellent. We tried out the Jersey shore pizza. We thought it was very good.  Service was excellent. We have tried many different Italian restaurants and would definitely go back.“

“Had a lovely dinner with friends, our 1st time at Brio Italian Grille. Chicken Marsala with mashed potatoes & asparagus, was good, but, could have been warmer when served. Chicken Milanese was also good, but also not hot enough. Salads & pasta dish very good. The sour dough Bread was crusty & served with butter, delicious!On to dessert...My cheesecake was served upside down, a bit watery, as if it had been frozen & defrosted, for me, this dessert was a miss. Our waitress was great, enthusiastic & friendly. Overall seeing our friends & catching up, made it a fun experience in the end. ??“

“We enjoyed cocktails at the very busy (happy hour) bar prior to our dinner reservation. We shared two appetizers, Korean BBQ wings (excellent) and PEI mussels in fra diavalo sauce-not overly spiced and very good. Also enjoyed their signature OST Burger & fries. Very enjoyable evening and we will definitely return.“