Brio Tuscany Grill - Dana Point

Disappointed in the meal. Food was mediocre, crispy calamari fritti for $18 was plain and bland, said had tentacles but there were none and came with a small amount of sauce, we asked for more but came too late. Main pasta dishes were underwhelming, bolognese was more tomato based with chunks of meat rather than a ragu, the pappardelle pasta was good had bits of filet that weren’t that tender. Ordered side Italian sausage and for $8 each they were overcooked and dry. No bread offered, pay for it if you want it, very loud live saxophone player, too loud for small indoor space so we asked for the outdoor covered patio. The patio was pleasant. Moderate wine selections, Paso Robles wines were very pleasant, Server Ann was friendly and attentive. Too many Italian restaurant options that are better to come back here.

We had the Chef special 3 course dinner. Everything was very good. The garlic bread was so delicious we had 2 orders. Loved the carpaccio and tiramisu. Service was good.

Great steak, fish filet, wine, waitress, and singer of the 60s 70s! Plentiful free parking.

I called in 9ish to place an order to go and I was told the restaurant was closed when online it says you close at 10

The staff is amazing and the meatballs are the best!