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: Wedding Soup & Carpaccio – Shaved tender beef, field greens, capers, mustard aioli.
The Mr. had: Wedding Soup & Carpaccio – Shaved tender beef, field greens, capers, mustard aioli.
Indoor/outdoor/bar area seating.
Lobster Bisque
University Town Center – 67 N. Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota – 941.358.6272
9/21/26 – Q-tips say: Yes, go and enjoy. We went for the Happy Hour menu – 4pm to 6pm in the Bar/Lounge only.
Mrs. Q says: “Maid Day” & running errands means “NO COOKING DAY” off to Selva for Din Din.
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 & we shared: Seared New Zealand Lamb chops, Andean Herb Pesto & roasted pepper relish & shared an order of Truffle Parmesan Fries.
Mr. Q had: Old Fashioned – Canton Ginger liquors, bourbon, muddled orange and cherry with bitters & shared the Lamb Chops – Seared New Zealand lamb chops, Andean Herb Pesto & roasted pepper relish & shared an order of Truffle Parmesan Fries.
In GOOD FORTUNE, a well-meaning but rather inept angel named Gabriel (Keanu Reeves) meddles in the lives of a struggling gig worker (Aziz Ansari) and a wealthy venture capitalist (Seth Rogen).
Q-tips say: Yes, we did enjoy The Fortune. It was an overall great combo of it’s a wonderful life and city of angels. Liked the story line and actors. It’s not racy or violent like most movies are these days. We need more movies that keep things light and with a positive message.
Mrs. Q says: I enjoyed the funniest part when Rogen, demoted-to-human Reeves, the Angel Gabriel, adapt to normal life.
I had – an Old Fashion.
The other half had: Perfect Manhattan & Blackened Salmon & a side of onion straws & Cole slaw.
Mrs. Q had: Scallops & house chips w/ a side of Ranch dressing for dipping the chips
& we shared: a dozen Blue Point Oysters.
Drinks/food/service was good.
9/16/26
Buffet: Meatloaf, Fried Chicken & Cornmeal Fried Catfish, Sides & Salad bar.
Below average quality food. Will not go to another Home Down Dinner.
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.
The film takes place just before Christmas, when an unexpected turn in their mother’s health thrusts four adult siblings and their exasperating father into chaos as they navigate messy family dynamics in the face of potential loss. But their quick-witted mother, June, orchestrates her decline on her own terms — with biting humor, blunt honesty, and a lot of love.
The film takes place just before Christmas, when an unexpected turn in their mother’s health thrusts four adult siblings and their exasperating father into chaos as they navigate messy family dynamics in the face of potential loss. But their quick-witted mother, June, orchestrates her decline on her own terms — with biting humor, blunt honesty, and a lot of love.
The film takes place just before Christmas, when an unexpected turn in their mother’s health thrusts four adult siblings and their exasperating father into chaos as they navigate messy family dynamics in the face of potential loss. But their quick-witted mother, June, orchestrates her decline on her own terms — with biting humor, blunt honesty, and a lot of love.
Q-tips Say: YES, we did enjoy it. It is such a genuine heartwarmer that the ones who do give it a chance might be pleasantly surprised. It might not be cheery Christmas viewing, but Goodbye June certainly offers plenty of food for thought and makes for a compelling watch. The film’s tone is never solemn, and that’s appreciated.
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
Louise lives a peaceful life on an island with her boyfriend, Joachim. But one summer day, her world is turned upside down when a stranger claims that she is actually Helene Söderberg — a Danish woman who vanished without a trace three years earlier.
Q-tips say: Yes, we did enjoy it. Some twists turned this into a nice mystery thriller. As we learn more about her and why a gentleman is pursuing her it all comes out. We learn she’s suffered from amnesia and that she’s not who she claims to be.
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.
