Q-Tips Reviews

7175 State Rd 70 E Bradenton, FL – (941) 866-3011 – peppercornsfl.com

Q-tips say: Everything Was Just Average.

Mr. Q had a Margarita & cup of Clam Chowder soup & Blackened Fish.

Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & Caesar Salad & Meatloaf with mashed potatoes.

Was our first visit & Not sure if we will go back again to Peppercorns.

PIER  22 -1200 1st Ave W., Bradenton, (941) 748-8087      pier22dining.com  

Pier 22 – Good drinks, food, ambiance & nice service.

Now they have a different Happy Hour menu.  –  Available In All Dining Areas From 3-6 pm Daily – $2 OFF Full Size Appetizers & Flatbreads.

Had a wonderful evening with long time friend from the hood, Roger.

Roger had: Sangria & Clam Chowder Soup & Meatballs.

Shared: the Bread & Spring rolls

Mrs. Q had: Old Fashion – small 1974 salad w/4 pieces of Tuna.

Mr. Q had: Old Fashion – Clam Chowder soup & Lobster Cargot – Butter, garlic, toasted baguette.

2215 S Tamiami Trl, Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 918-8771

www.rosebudssarasota.com

1/27/2026 – YES, to Rosebud. Go in the Dining Room.

During “snow bird/money birds & spring break time,” make a reservation for the dining room.

The dining room is much nicer & not as loud so you can actually carry on a conversation especially during “prime season“.

Also, those who know waiter, Tom, he is doing fine & still working at Rosebud.

After a Dr. appt. off to Rosebud for din-din.

We shared the bread & butter & had 1/2 doz. Oysters.

Mrs. Q had: Old Fashion up – dirty ice on the side. French Onion Soup.

Dinner: The Q-tips shared: Liver & Onions w/ side of Croquettes.

Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan & Wine. Clam Chowder & shared: Liver & Onions.

Some of our favorite dishes: Awesome Prime Rib dinner, delicious fish items such as Salmon, several whitefish choices, ribs, shrimp, best Liver & Onions around. Go in the dining room & enjoy.

1/21/26 – Fried Chicken & St. Louis Ribs. Served with sides.

Q-Tips say: Never Again. The salad bar was ok- many items to make your salad. The Sides were plentiful BUT the FRIED CHICKEN was very greasy & some pieces were burned on the bottom.

However, on the positive side: If you are constipated, go and eat the Chicken. The next day everything will come out fine.

170 University Town Center Dr Ste 103 Sarasota, FL –

seasons52.com

Mrs. Q had: Happy Hour Cosmo. The other half had: A Margarita

Mrs. Q had: CHICKEN SOUP & shared: Philly Cheesesteak – Beef tenderloin, cipollini onions, wood-grilled red peppers, provolone cheese sauce.

The other half had: PORCINI MUSHROOM BISQUE & Philly Cheesesteak – Beef tenderloin, cipollini onions, wood-grilled red peppers, provolone cheese sauce.

The CAPITAL GRILL – 180 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 256-3647, thecapitalgrille.com

Q-Tips say: Have been to the Capital Grill in Chicago and here & both locations are great.

Usual Libations:  Old Fashion & Perfect Manhattan

Mrs. Q says:  The Capital Hours: Capital Hours: M–F 3–6pm. Elevated cocktails & plates in the lounge. 

We began by sharing: the delicious bread & fresh Blue Point Oysters. 

Entrees:    We shared: Cast Iron Garlic Shrimp – Ciabatta toast, grape tomatoes, Grana Padano.  

Lobster Bisque Soup

Garlic Shrimp

STONEWOOD – 5415 University Pkwy., Sarasota, FL 34276, (941) 355-3315
stonewoodgrill.com

Q-tips say: Go & enjoy!  Bar bites in the entire restaurant. 

We shared the pretzels.

Mr. Q had:  Perfect Manhattan & a glass of wine & Clam Chowder & Garlic SHRIMP SCAMPI  Traditional Louisiana shrimp scampi with fresh rosemary in a lemon buerre blanc sauce and a side of garlic bread.

Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & Buffalo Shrimp.

Dessert: We took our dessert home: Delicious Beignets with 3 different sauces.   Beignets are iconic, deep-fried pillowy pastries traditionally smother in powdered sugar often served in New Orleans.

French Onion Soup