2/5/25 – Q-tips say: Yes, go and enjoy. We went for the Happy Hour menu – 4pm to 6pm in the Bar/Lounge only.
Mrs. Q had: Old Fashioned – Canton Ginger liquor, bourbon, muddled orange and cherry with bitters with dirty ice on the side. We shared:Caesar Salad & then I had: Seared NewZealand Lamb chops, Andean Herb Pesto & roasted pepper relish & we shared an order of Truffle Parmesan Fries.
Mr. Q had:Selva Classic – Skyy Vodka martini up slightly dirty with hand stuffed blue cheese olives & Lamb Chops – Seared New Zealand lamb chops, Andean Herb Pesto & roasted pepper relish & shared an order of Truffle Parmesan Fries.
BRIO – 190 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 702-9102 brioitalian.com Q-Tips say: Go and enjoy, we did. Mrs. Q says: Nice to be back in FL.
Happy Hour begins at 3:00 to 7:00 in the bar/or outside sitting.
Each Q had: Their Manhattan. Shared the bread. Each had a bowl of Mushroom Soup.
Pier 22 – Good drinks, food, ambiance & nice service from Alycia.
They now have a different Happy Hour menu. – Available In All Dining Areas From 3-6 pm Daily – $2 OFF Full Size Appetizers & Flatbreads.
Both had: Maker’s Mark Whiskey, simple syrup, orange bitters.
We shared: the Bread & Veggie Spring rolls.
Mr. Q had: New England Clam Chowder- Creamy chowder filled with fresh clams, potatoes and vegetables, served with oyster crackers & Mussels & Bleu & Happy hour glass of wine.
Mrs. Q had: small 1976 – Iceberg lettuce and Parmesan dressing finished with applewood smoked bacon crumbles, chopped egg and Parmesan cheese & I added grilled Shrimp.
Both Q’s had: Drinks: Old Fashioned – Maker’s Mark – demerara, Regan’s orange bitters, angostura bitters with an orange swath- dirty ice on the side.
Yes, enjoyed the ambiance- Sandwiches can be big at times so we share sometimes.
Q’s shared: the Baked Pretzels. Two fresh baked house-made pretzels, buttered & sprinkled with maldon salt, and served with homemade cheese sauce and düsseldorf mustard.
Q’s shared:The Half Pint Burger -A third pound patty with Butterkäse (fancy cheese), pickles, & homemade sauce w/ fries.
Half Pint Burger
Baked pretzels w/mustard & cheese
Inside seating
The outside heated tent space. The heaters are those tall lamp-like objects.
It has been awhile since we went to L Woods. So after running errands, decided to stop in for dinner for one last visit before FL.
Food, service & libations were good. Yes, you can eat indoors or outdoors in a covered area with heat lamps.
Some of the entrees are large, so feel free to share one.
FYI – SURCHARGE – As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.
Mrs. Q says: She likes the inside décor. It reminds her of supper clubs in Wisc.
Began our meals with a Happy Hour Old Fashion & A cup of delicious French onion soup.
Then we shared: the Mon. special – delicious Turkey Dinner.
Inside Décor
Turkey dinner
cup of French onion soup
Baby Back Ribs
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We shared the bread. One last visit before we go back to FL. Had a nice visit with Mrs. Q’s sister.
Mrs. Q’s Sis had: Salad & a Pasta dish with creamy tomato sauce.
Q’s had:Old Fashion & Margarita
Q-tips shared: Queso de Cabra con Tomate – Baked Goat cheese in tomato sauce, garlic bread. Gambas al Ajillo – Sauteed shrimp with olive oil, garlic and chiles. Chuletas de Cordero – Baby lamb chops in a savory red wine sauce served with couscous.
Queso de cabra con tomate -Baked goat cheese
Gambas al Ajillo – Sauteed shrimp with olive oil, garlic and chiles.
Chuletas de Cordero – Baby lamb chops in a savory red wine sauce.
1-24-2025 – Life is good! One last trip before we go to FL.
We began dinner by sharing the Complimentary Salsa– Guacamole & sauce.
Mas Alla del Sol – The Q’s shared: Carne Asada y Camarones – Grilled skirt steak and jumbo shrimp/rice/ refried beans.
Mr. Q had: a Margarita. Mrs. Q had: Old Fashion
Mrs. Q says:MAS ALLA DEL SOL is NOT your local Taco Bell. Food and drinks are decent. A tad over -priced but worth every penny. Street parking. Street parking is FREE on Sun.
Carne Asada y Camarones – Grilled skirt steak and jumbo shrimp.
Margarita
Complimentary Salsa sauce & we order a side of guacamole.