Brio Italian Grille is a Tuscan-inspired restaurant at 14576 SW 5th St in Pembroke Pines, part of a national chain of roughly 20 upscale-casual locations (source: Menupedia). Locals come for handmade pastas, wood-grilled entrées, a solid wine list, and handcrafted cocktails at prices below fine dining.
The menu centers on Northern Italian comfort cooking. It includes pastas such as lasagna Bolognese, wood-fired steaks and seafood, antipasti platters, flatbreads, and hearty salads (source: Menupedia). The dining room has warm, villa-style décor that works for date nights and larger tables alike. Families find plenty of familiar dishes, and groups often share antipasti and flatbreads. The bar pairs Italian and domestic wines with seasonal cocktails, and a rotating specials program keeps repeat visits interesting. The house rating sits at 4.1, which reflects consistent, crowd-pleasing execution.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Friday and Saturday evenings and weekend brunch draw the biggest crowds. Reserve ahead for parties of six or more, or arrive before 6 p.m. Weekday lunches and late-afternoon happy hour tend to be calmer. If you prefer to eat at home, pickup and delivery are available through Brio’s online ordering menu. The restaurant sits in western Pembroke Pines near Pines Boulevard and I-75. Driving is the practical way to get there, since public transit is limited. Confirm current hours on the official site before you go.
When planning your Pembroke Pines travel guide or browsing verified restaurants in Pembroke Pines, pair this stop with standout local spots including Miramar Pineland Park, Maple Street Biscuit Company, Staybridge Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport – West, an IHG Hotel, and Brimstone Woodfire Grill (nearby).
