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    3.6 (2.3k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    BRIO ITALIAN GRILLE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Nina W.

    The food was not evenly cooked, especially the risotto. It was a bit clumpy and the shrimp were kind of burnt. My husband liked his spaghetti though. We picked this place because they have a nice beautiful outdoor patio that allows dogs. However, out of all the options, not sure this would be my top choice for Italian. Service was great.

    Shrimp & Eggplant
    Madeline S.

    I haven't been to Brio in a bit and was impressed by the large menu. All the food we ate was fantastic. They have a large inside and an even better outdoor patio with a fire pit. The service was fantastic as well. The only small negative is with the complimentary birthday sundae, we ended up finding a mushroom in it (kind of weird).

    Sicilian Shrimp with spaghetti. Bottomless Bubbles are my jam when not driving.
    Wendy H.

    The service though nice was slow, even with the restaurant not being fully sat. Not a big rave within our party about their dishes except for a shout out about the salmon. Salt and pepper were put on the table, which my pasta was in need of, wasn't placed on the table till halfway way through the lunch. This wasn't my pick.

    Spinach & Artichoke Dip.
    Denise T.

    Surprisingly so good even though this restaurant is only getting 3 starts here on Yelp, don't believe it - try for yourself and be surprised like I was! The appetizer was so good, great flavor for the dip and the I ly thing I wish is that it came with bread to use as a dipper versus Parmesan crisps. The salad was really good and I was not disappointed at all. Good flavor, good portion. Our waitress was polite and attentive, make the whole experience very nice.

    Rue K.

    We came on a Monday and this restaurant is quite empty. Which is great because we had a huge group event here. I think I know why it was so empty on a Monday night. Food.. Some food was really delicious, but some ...for the pricing, the portion is not that much. Service is low...We really didn't have enough servers for the amount of food and guests we only had one bartender and I think one server so I thought they were understaffed Parking is free and easy in the building right next-door We had better food at Nep Café and cha-cha Latin kitchen. But if you need space and quieter atmosphere for big groups, this might be the spot.

    Pasta Brio
    Kenny Y.

    Brio is one of the better restaurants I've been to serving Italian fare meals. The ambiance is classy and the host great you with smiles the moment you walk in. I have been to this venue a couple times but the most recent experience is my company holiday event The service and food is exceptional, the server came every 15 mins to check up on us. Water refills are automatic. I especially loved the pasta brio. It's loaded with chicken and flavors of red peppers, mushrooms, and spinach. I recommend this place if you ever feel like having Italian. Perfect for a nice family night out or date night!

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    Amy P.

    First time at Brio for lunch after walking around in the spectrum. We came shortly after opening on a Saturday so there was only one table occupied at the time. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating available as it's a large restaurant. Pasta Brio ($22.99): Rigatoni noodles in a creamy roasted red pepper cream sauce with mushrooms, chicken, red peppers, and spinach. I didn't see any mention of cheese in here but the sauce had a pretty strong cheese taste that was a bit too overpowering for me. Chicken Milanese ($30.99): We were recommended this dish by our server and it was an absolute 10/10. Herb pasta (more like fettuccine Alfredo) topped with two pieces of perfectly breaded chicken and mozzarella. WOW is all we could say after trying a bite of that chicken. A must order!! Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding ($9.99): Wish we didn't get an end piece with the side crust and the bread pudding came out hot as it had a lot of potential. The bread pudding was lukewarm on an ice cold plate. It was however a generous portion of bread pudding + ice cream for the price! Located at the Irvine Spectrum, closer to Fogo De Chao and Mastros.

    Lobster & Shrimp Fettuccine
    Sylvester R.

    First the place is beautiful with clean bathrooms. And the service is very much some of the best I've seen. Very courteous and kind and helpful. And the food is sublime. Shrimp, lobster fettuccine is just a decadent as it looks. Cooked to perfection. These guys worked as a well orchestrated team and we absolutely loved it. Will definitely come back

    Gorgonzola Lamb Chops
    Norma M.

    Had a generous welcome gift ($30 off $50) to use at Brio. Have not been here in so long (over 7 years perhaps). The staff provided friendly and attentive service. The server was knowledgeable and provided good recommendations. We had a question on how the Tuscan pork chops were prepared and actually appreciated that the Chef came out which helped us make our decision. We are "trying" to eat smaller portions these days (for health reasons) so we opted for 2 antipasti: Tender Lamb Chops w Gorgonzola crust and marsala sauce and the Shrimp and Eggplant. Both were excellent choices. I've been on a mission lately to compare Lamb Chops and so far 4 places that I've had them were all excellent. It really boils down to how tender the meat is. I wasn't sure what to expect with the gorgonzola crust and our server made sure to mention - if you like gorgonzola (which we do), then it is a great choice. The only request I will make for next time is for less garlic on the side of spinach. The crispy eggplant with shrimp was a revelation. Perfectly-crisped eggplant with pan-seared shrimp in a black pepper cream sauce was delicious.

    9/17/2025 $10 side of asparagus. Only about 12 pieces. Total ripoff.
    Nathan P.

    Came 9/17/2025 Food: 2/10. The food was awful. Here are some pointers. 1. Stale chips with the artichoke dip 2. The $56 NY strip steak was tough and bland. Tasted like a $10 steak 3. I ordered a $10 side of asparagus. 12-13 measly, skinny sticks came out. 4. Fried shrimp and eggplant was way too salty. 5. $40 porkchops were tough and bland. Only good dish was the shrimp risotto appetizer at $16. I cannot emphasize enough how bad the food was and how poor the value I felt that I got was, ESPECIALLY the $10 side of asparagus (picture attached). Service: 8/10 good. They only have one waiter working a large section of a dinner shift so goes to show the state of the restaurant. I forgot her name but she was nice and prompt. Tried her best. Meanwhile managers are on their phones and talking amongst each other. Ambiance: 6/10 Olive garden? A little sterile, outdated. Open kitchen which is cool. Not much to be said here. At least it was clean. Overall: Would never come again until they revamp the menu, lower prices, and make the food better. What a joke the steak and asparagus were.

    Tammy T.

    Enjoyed a quick dinner at Brio's with my daughters after a Back-2-School shopping trip @ the Spectrum. Food tasted great and my favorite was their Lobster Bisque. Our server was attentive and checked on our table throughout our meal. Definitely will be back!

    Happy hour beef carpaccio, calamari, flatbread.
    Tiffany C.

    Attentive service from Evangeline tonight. We tried the Winter Al Forno specials tonight and tried the PIZZA TORINESE $9.99 on and the BAKED GAMBERI FETTUCCINE $20.99. The pasta had nice ingredients and was a great value for the price. The pizza was good flavor but us super thin crust and not enough cheese...tasted more like a flatbread. We had a coupon from joining their email club tonight, so it was an amazing deal.

    Grilled Chicken Marsala
    Regina L.

    Came on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. Upon arrival, there was no one at the hostess stand so we did have to wait about 5 minutes however, we were able to get seated immediately after the hostess returned. Despite the restaurant being only a quarter full, service was slow. Complimentary bread is provided which was a nice touch however, the exterior of the bread was a bit burnt and really tough to bite so we only were able to enjoy the interior of the bread. We opted for the "Grilled Chicken Marsala" ($30.99) and the "Sausage Rigatoni Arrabbiata" ($26.99). I enjoyed the sauces of both dishes however, they were a bit on the slightly salty side (which I didn't mind). Standard good Italian food, but slow service and the prices felt a bit stiff for the the value of the food.

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    Ask the Community - Brio Italian Grille

    Is there a public restroom here?

    Yes

    Do they accept cash?

    I'm sure they accept all forms of payment Call them or Google the restaurant for all the info

    What is your happy hours on M to F?

    Weekdays (3pm - 7pm) - Available @ bar and outdoor terrace area.

    Do they have heaters fir outdoor dining?

    Yes they do

    Are they open for dine in?

    Not inside but yes outside

    Does anyone know if they have outdoor seating? ? 1/2/21

    They do not. Basically none of the restaurants at the Spectrum have outdoor dining right now. The nearest restaurant with outdoor dining right now would be Left Coast Brewery which has great BBQ food. But if you really want Italian food then indoor… Read more

    Has anyone had a problem using a gift card at this location from Happy Dining Gift Cards?

    Is there happy hour M-Fri? what are the times?

    3-6

    Is their pasta made from scratch?

    Yes, I believe so! The kitchen is open and you can look at chefs while they're preparing the food 😊

    Do they have a private room or separate area for birthday party/ group of 30?

    I don't think they have a private room but for big parties they can setup all the tables in one section (they have multiple sections) so that it's more private😊

    Can we still get happy hour specials if we have our kids? Do they only serve the special in the bar?

    I believe you can if you sit outside so get there early.

    Is this a good place for prom? And big groups?

    Yes it's quite classy without being stuffy, and due to all the hard surfaces, it's quite loud inside the main dining room. That would work in favor of a big group, because they could carry on and not be disturbing to others. If you want a more… Read more

    What is the cork fee?

    $10 per bottle

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