It’s not often we review national chains. Every once in a while though, a location comes along that is deserving of a mention. Brio Tuscan Grill is one of those locations. Located at 6173 South State Street (Fashion Place Mall), Murray, Brio is accessible from the Fashion Place TRAX Station or bus route 201.

A new location at City Creek is scheduled to open later this year.

Though the restaurant is situated adjacent to Fashion Place Mall, it’s curtained patios create an elegant atmosphere.

The restaurant has a wide range of wine and specialty drinks, along with the regular sodas and juice.

Appetizers, soups and salads start at about $5 and run to $15. The potions are generous and many of these dishes could be enjoyed as a full meal.

Even better? Monday through Friday, enjoy Tuscan Tasters – appetizers for $3.95.

The wide variety of entree options run $10 up to almost $30.

The portion size is perfect…or in the case of the wedge salad, a bit large?

As you’d expect, the pasta dishes are amazing:

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