Business Details
About
Italian Restaurant
Brio Cherokee is a premier Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant in Cherokee, NC serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine, luxury wines & cocktails—our specialties include premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta and flatbreads.
If you’re looking for the best holiday party venue or restaurant for Thanksgiving, Brio offers easy reservations and catering services to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Brio Cherokee is the place to eat in Cherokee, NC for great Italian cuisine.
Visit us today—reserve your table or order online!
Details
- Dine-inAvailable
- DeliveryAvailable
- TakeoutAvailable
- Accepts reservationsAvailable
Location
Hours
Reviews
4.2
2,786 reviews
5 stars
1,809
4 stars
417
3 stars
187
2 stars
125
1 star
248
What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Service Quality
Service quality is inconsistent, with some servers receiving high praise while others are described as rude or inattentive.
Food Quality
Food quality varies significantly; some dishes are praised as excellent while others are criticized for being bland or poorly prepared.
Pricing Concerns
Many customers feel the prices are high compared to the quality of food and service received.
Atmosphere
The restaurant atmosphere is generally appreciated, but some customers noted issues with cleanliness and seating arrangements.
Management Issues
Several reviews mention poor management responses to complaints and issues, leading to customer dissatisfaction.
- KJK JNov 14, 20252.0The sanitation score of 93.5 should’ve been an immediate red flag, but we gave it a chance anyway. We waited 10 minutes at noon on a Thursday for anyone to even come to the host stand to seat us. Restaraunt had maybe 3 tables taken up at the time. The bread was hard, the butter cold and un-spreadable. Alyssa, our server, was attentive for the most part but definitely hated her job and didn’t want to be there. The calamari was lukewarm and dry. The sauce it came with was overwhelmingly lemon-y and they don’t put it in a ramekin so it’s kinda just plopped on the side of the plate making the calamari soggy too. Ordered a chopped salad and the lettuce was old and not crisp. Told our waitress, Alyssa, and she said “I watched the chef make it fresh”. Like okay but just because he assembled it just now doesn’t make the ingredients fresh. The lettuce was one day away from being rotten. It was soggy and gross. You can tell this irritated her for some reason—like anyone wants to pay $10 for a soggy salad 🙄 main dishes came out…chicken spinach Alfredo was non-impressive but not bad. Portion was a little small compared to similar restaurants (OG) and about double the price. Shrimp risotto had a weird beef flavor that was really strong but the portion was quite large. Over-all, will not be dining here again. You are better off at Gordon ramsays burger bar where the honey jalapeño aioli is spectacular!
- CECarl EvansNov 13, 20253.0Sometimes the food is on point other times it's not and service can be hit and miss too. First time we ate here we had a wonderful experience, second time it was a very bad experience, from food being underdone to our server disappearing and no one could fine her.
- MTMaRk TaNNov 11, 20255.0The food here was great. Highly recommend the steak. Hearty, good portions and extremely well prepared. Love the circular bar concept. Expect waits if no reservations. Delicious!!
- SASravan ANov 5, 20253.0Pretty big location with friendly staff. But the food is disgusting. We sat right by the kitchen, on a busy Friday evening. Our pasta was like warm. It's five steps from kitchen. So, they didn't care enough to heat. CONCERNING. I wouldn't eat there again.
- MPMaria PogodinaNov 4, 20255.0The food was great! Not overcooked or oversalted. Pasta Brio and Gorganzola Medallions were especially delicious! And our server, Francesca, was very sweet!
Frequently Asked Questions About Brio Italian Grille
Does Brio Italian Grille accept reservations?
Yes, Brio Italian Grille accepts reservations for dine-in guests.
What are the regular dining hours of Brio Italian Grille?
Brio Italian Grille is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
When is brunch available at Brio Italian Grille?
Brunch is available on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM; it is closed for brunch Monday through Friday.
Does Brio Italian Grille offer takeout and delivery services?
Yes, Brio Italian Grille offers takeout, curbside pickup, in-store pickup, same-day delivery, no-contact delivery, and general food delivery services.
What are the delivery hours for Brio Italian Grille?
Delivery is available Monday through Thursday from 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 10:30 AM to 11:00 PM, and Sunday from 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
Is Brio Italian Grille suitable for families and children?
Yes, the restaurant welcomes families and offers a children's menu, along with wheelchair accessible seating, restrooms, and entrances.
Do you serve vegetarian and gluten-free options at Brio Italian Grille?
Yes, Brio Italian Grille offers vegetarian and gluten-free options on their menu.
What nearby attractions can I visit before or after dining at Brio Italian Grille?
You can visit Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort, famous for its casino and entertainment, or explore the Smoky Mountains National Park for outdoor activities, both of which are near Brio Italian Grille.
Are there other nearby restaurants if I want to explore Italian cuisine around Brio Italian Grille?
Yes, nearby Italian dining options include BRIO Tuscan Grille Cherokee and another Brio Italian Grille location close by.
How can nearby bars and lounges enhance my visit to Brio Italian Grille?
After dining, you can enjoy drinks at nearby venues like Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino or Essence Lounge at Harrah's Cherokee Casino & Hotel for a complete night out.