Q-Tips Reviews

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

www.rosebudssarasota.com

9/15/2026 – 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“.

We shared the bread.

Dinner:

Mrs. Q had: Old Fashion up – dirty ice on the side. French Onion Soup & shared the Braised Lamb Shank over rice.

Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan & Wine. Clam Chowder Soup & shared the Lamb Shank over rice.

Go in the dining room & enjoy. Also, ask for wonderful waiter, Tom.

Some of our favorite dishes: Awesome Braised Lamb Shank dinner, delicious fish items such as Salmon, several whitefish choices, ribs, shrimp, best Liver & Onions around.

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. 

Entree we shared: Tenderloin Sandwiches w/ Truffle Fries.

Our Waiter surprised us with a free delicious dessert dish.

7115 Florida 64 Bradenton, FL – (941) 201-11

www.seasons52.com/menu/all-day

“Maid Day” means no cooking – out to Season’s 52.

Mrs. Q had: Happy Hour Cosmo & the BEST LOBSTER BISQUE SOUP around & shared: Philly Cheesesteak Flatbread – Beef tenderloin, cipollini onions, wood-grilled red peppers, provolone cheese sauce and added Tuna.

The other half had: Margarita & a glass of Wine. Lobster Bisque Soup & Shared: Philly Cheesesteak Flatbread– Beef tenderloin, cipollini onions, wood-grilled red peppers, provolone cheese sauce & Tuna.

After Season’s 52, we stopped by the Peridia Golf & CC for a drink at the bar & listened to the music by Cahoot’s Band & had one dance. Was great interacting with neighbors in the hood.

BRIO – 190 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243,

(941) 702-9102
brioitalian.com

Q-Tips say:  Happy Hour begins at 3:00 to 6:00 in the bar/or outside sitting.  

Each had their Happy Hour – Old Fashion & Mr. Q also had a glass of wine.

 Mrs. Q had: Minestrone Soup & Carpaccio –  Shaved tender beef, field greens, capers, mustard aioli.

Mr. Q had: Soup of the day –  Lobster Bisque Soup  & Carpaccio – Shaved tender beef, field greens, capers, mustard aioli & a glass of wine.

 Indoor/outdoor/bar area seating. 

Lobster Bisque

Peridia Golf & CC Dining —  4950 Peridia Boulevard East,  Bradenton, FL 34203   –  

Had a wonderful evening with friends in the hood: Nancy & Roger.

Q-tips say: Customize your perfect pasta bowl and enjoy Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread, a selection of sauces, proteins, & vegetables.

Q – Tips had: We began our dinner with our usual libations – An Old Fashion – up  & dirty ice on the side & a Cosmo.  The other half had his Perfect Manhattan.

PASTA NIGHT – Caesar salad only & some kind of a garlic  bread & then choose your pasta,  pasta sauce with your toppings of choice (shrimp/peas, black olives/sausage,)  etc.  Pasta Night Buffet dinner you get to choose your pasta, sauce, meats, shrimp etc. & how much of each.

Connors  Steak/Seafood – 3501 S Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL,  (941) 260-3232 , http://connorsrestaurant.com

Q-tips say:  They offer the same menu to eat in/to go/take out.

Go and enjoy! Good food, drinks and ambiance & good service.

After a Dr. appt., it is time for Connors.

Libations: Old Fashion up (dirty ice on the side – ice from the shaker) & Perfect Manhattan up.

We shared: A dozen oysters.

Mr. Q had: Lobster Bisque Soup & Grilled Blackened Rainbow Trout & Mac & Cheese & Coleslaw.

Mrs. Q had: Prime Rib Sandwich & sweet potato fries.

Blue point oysters

BONEFISH Grill – 8101 Cooper Creek Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34201 –

941-360-3171 – Sunday 11:00AM – 10:00 PM,  Mon., Tues., Weds.,  Thurs., 4 to  10:30PM – Fri., 4 to 11:30PM.  bonefishgrill.com  

They offer hot crisp bread, good service & libations. I had: Old Fashion.  The other half had:  Perfect Manhattan with dirty ice on the side & a glass of Wine.

We shared the Bang/Bang Shrimp – sauces on the side & bread.

We shared: Grilled Scallops & Shrimp – Our simply grilled selections are lightly seasoned, wood-grilled & Fries & Cole Slaw.

                                                                  Bang Bang Shrimp

9/5/26 – 5425 University Pkwy University Park, FL 34201 -(941) 355-4116 – carrabbas.com

Both Q’s began with: their Old Fashion on Happy Hour Menu. ITALIAN OLD FASHIONED – Maker’s Mark Bourbon,
Disaronno Amaretto, Orange, and a Cherry.

Mrs. Q had: Chicken Soup. Chicken Marsala & mashed potatoes.

The Mr. had: spicy Lentil Soup. Pork Chop & sides: mashed potatoes & Pasta w/ meat sauce.

Mrs. Q says: good service/drinks/food.