Brian's Place is such a gem -- a true family-owned restaurant that delivers memorable dishes. We started with the grouper cake, and wow... it was awesome. The light sear on the outside gave it the perfect little crunch before getting into the tender, flavorful fish inside. From there, we went all in with the Grouper Three Ways and the flounder special. The flounder was stuffed with crab and artichoke and was absolutely delicious. The Grouper Three Ways was delightful as well -- each preparation brought out different flavors and textures that made the dish feel fun and elevated. Entrées came with a choice of soup or salad, and I went with the pork and pinto bean soup. Comforting, hearty, and full of flavor -- definitely worth choosing. I'll be honest, it's not the cheapest spot in town, but they offer an early bird special that is totally worth giving a try. Great value for the quality you get. And don't sleep on the drinks! They have a really nice seasonal menu that rounds out the experience perfectly. Highly recommend Brian's Place if you're looking for fresh seafood, thoughtful dishes, and a cozy, family-run vibe. Will absolutely be back! read more

Brian's Place - Spanish Near Me - Hernando Beach, Florida

Finally got around to going to Brian's on Paella night! Located at 3430 Shoal Line Blvd Hernando Beach Fl Brians always Parking was ample, wait was non existent (I am a party of 1) but with parties of 2 or more I suggest reservations. Lisa was the hostess and she was very courteous and hospitable, my waitress Victoria was also awesome! Paella night is usually Wednesdays but this Wednesday he had Hogfish paella! I started with a house salad and garlic bread. The salad was crisp and a great start and the garlic bread soft and warm. The star of this evening was definitely rich, savory and aromatic hogfish paella, flakey hogfish, tender mussels and clams, with succulent shrimp and flavorful rice mixing in a harmony of spice! I savored every bite of the Hogfish paella and wished I could save some for lunch tomorrow but it was just too good not to enjoy all of it in the moment! I'm telling you folks Brian's does not miss when it comes to great food and relaxing ambiance! read more

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A gem of a place right in Hernando Beach! Been here many times...the interior of the Restaurant has been redone, due to the horrible storms we had...it is absolutely beautiful inside! The food and the service was wonderful..some of us ordered off the early menu and the choices were great..I had the Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo and it was delicious! My friends had the Paella and Steak and were all happy as well...looking forward to coming back really soon! read more

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What a great dining experience. We sat on back patio. The smells , the taste , the service , the ambiance... all stellar! We'll be back if we are ever in the neighborhood. read more

My husband and I stopped in for dinner. We sat at the bar, as it was busy and it was a Saturday night. We ordered an appetizer, salad, and entree. Everything was delicious. We could not complain. The atmosphere was friendly, simplistic and a very clean environment. Highly recommend eating here! And, their old fashioned's are the best we have tried! read more

Looking to try something new and explore our surrounding neighborhood hot spots, we decided to give Brian's Place a try. It's a very nice place with tasteful decor, a small indoor seating area and larger outdoor seating areas very typical of Florida. A series of unfortunate events with the service staff put a huge damper on the experience. We arrived at 4:30pm on a Wednesday expecting there to be plenty of seating readily available. We asked the brown haired hostess, who greeted us with disdain for interrupting her set up efforts, for an indoor table, only to be told all they had available were outdoor tables. Looking around the room, we see many empty tables with all but one of them having a reserved sign on it and that one needed to be turned. We opted for the available table and were seated outside hoping the rain will hold out until we had completed our meal. Sadly, the sky opened up between the salad course and our entrees. Unable to continue to sit there, we went inside looking for our server to have the undelivered entrees wrapped to go. As we waited for our order to be brought up, dripping onto the dining room floor, the front of the house manager asked if we would prefer a table inside. We declined, settled the bill, and drove home to eat our food. If asked to rate just the food, my review would be 5 stars. The filet was succulent, cooked to perfection, and seasoned well. The red snapper had a wonderful crust on it, the mash was on point, and the lemon butter sauce was the surprise star of the dish. We felt the grilled eggplant was a little chewy and butternut squash was a little under cooked but those are subjective to our tastes and did not detract from the dishes. The fact that the dishes were now cold didn't even take away from the flavor. My issues really center around the service, or lack there of, that started with the RBF on the hostess. At no time was there a smile on her face or an apology for only having outdoor seating available. We were banished to the outside like Remy the rodent in Ratatouille instead of offering seating at the bar or being asked if we could wait a few minutes for the empty table to be turned. Where has customer service gone? When we walked in soaked we were not offered a towel to dry off and when we turned down the table inside (after being told there were none available less than 30 minutes prior) we weren't offered a comp of our meal or even a gratis dessert. read more

We didn't make reservations on a Tuesday evening, but I noticed many people did. The dining room is a little small so it's probably a good idea to reserve a table. We got the coconut shrimp, roast pork mole and blackened salmon. All very good and cooked well. The have early dinner specials T-Th for $17 definitely worth it! read more

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This is a 5 star rated restaurant. The food is always top notch! This place needs to be in your normal restaurant rotation! read more

Finally made the drive to eat here. Absolutely delicious!!! From the steak and scallops to the grouper, crab stuffed tostones and don't get me started on dessert!!! Peaceful atmosphere on the back deck. We will definitely be back! read more

We were visiting from Virginia and my husband's sister gave us a gift card for Brian's Place. It was absolutely amazing! The ambiance, service, wine selection, and food are top notch! I'd love to be a local so that I could enjoy this place weekly! We will absolutely return anytime we are in town! read more

Amazing atmosphere and food was an awesome combination of Italian and Cuban cuisine. Fantastic service. read more

Brian's Place - Patio sunset. - Spanish Near Me - Hernando Beach, Florida

Always delicious food always great service accommodating our gf needs Our local gem. read more

This is by far the best place to eat fresh fish and sweet plantains!! The ambience and the service is phenomenal!!! The bartenders treat you like family and the owner like you are his best friend!!! I will definitely recommend this place!! read more

Brian's Place - Old picture!!! But still same love for this place!! - Spanish Near Me - Hernando Beach, Florida

Last night was the first time we visited Brian's Place. we were very impressed with the service and the food was above outstanding. We also really enjoyed that Brian was walking around and talking to all the customers. You don't really see that anymore in other places. We will be going back again soon. read more

I must say everything was fantastic at Brian's Place until I met the owner Brian. The Bartender was very professional and she prepared some great cocktails before we sat down for dinner. The host was a young gentleman and very helpful buying a $100 gift card and seating us. The waitress was excellent, and dinner was very good (kudos to the chef's). Stan played some great tunes and even played some of our requests while we dined. Then the enjoyable dinner experience was ruined by the owner Brian. I met him and complemented the restaurant. Then when I told him I was from out of town, he proceeded to insult me and where I lived (not once, but twice). I must say with all due respect, after spending around $500 (bar, gift card, tipping Stan, & dinner) the owner Brian spoiled a nice evening out. If you ever eat at Brian's Place try to avoid talking to arrogant ignoramus Brian. read more

The food was good, but small portions. Unfortunately they were out of the breadpudding. The life music was fun. .

Had a wonderful meal on a very crowded night. I was able to sit upstairs and do a bunch of people watching. Grouper was good as I had the house special with plantains. read more

Best restaurant in Spring Hill area! Food is always great and nicely presented! Live music on weekends on the patio is tons of fun!

The ambiance is clean and minimal decor. It looks completely fresh. The space is a tad loud due to lots of hard surfaces. They had soft music from a gentleman and a keyboard which was a nice touch. The food was a bit of a mixed bag however the service was pleasant, prompt and welcoming. read more

Brians Place is top notch from the food to the staff and the atmosphere. It was our first time In what a gem !! Nick was our server and did a fabulous job explaining the menu and stink options as well as the early bird special . It's become a favorite and will be a great place for our date nights and special occasions! Highly recommend. 10/10 read more

Love this place! The service is exceptional and the food is to die for!! Brian is an exceptional Chef!! read more

I would say average overall... we each got a drink, one was delicious and the other was off. Appetizers, same deal. Entrees, same - one was good and one was bad. I wouldn't recommend the crab pasta - tasted like cheap crab on top of canned tomatoes. We would still go back because maybe it was just what we ordered! read more

Brian's Place - Fish Grouper with Plantains 3 Ways Crab Pasta Enchilado - Spanish Near Me - Hernando Beach, Florida

Only been here two times but both times were pretty enjoyable. Food was good. Service was OK not great but also not too bad either I would recommend and I would go back. That's why I'm giving them the four star rating. read more

This place is locally owned and gets his fish right from the Gulf from a local fisherman. His restaurant is almost always busy so that speaks to the service and the food that he provides. He has a Spanish fusion menu, but don't let that scare you, there's plenty to feed everyone. There are great sunsets at this restaurant, so if you're into that, definitely check it out. He has a meeting room upstairs that can accommodate roughly 30 people so if you're thinking of a gathering, definitely consider Brian's Place A friend and I had lunch there on Friday, and I have the ahi tuna burger, which is served with fries. The ahi was perfectly cooked in the bun was toasted delicately but lightly. I opted not to have the pineapple mayonnaise served with it as I do not necessarily like sweet and savory together, so I got there slightly spicy and housemaid mayonnaise, which was perfect. This place has great charm and service and food have always been wonderful every time I have visited. I definitely recommend so don't hesitate. You might even see the owner wondering about to say hello. Sorry for the lack of pictures of the food as I was starving and I dug right in. read more

9/30/2025 visit. First, the good part, the drinks and server were great! The two apps we ordered were less than not good. Skirt steak crustini was just gristle, just couldn't chew it. The tostones with crab were so hard they were not eaten. We were a Birthday celebration, four adults and a child. Spent $300 including tip....very disappointed. Guess I expected too much. read more

The food is delicious and the menu has some unique flavor combinations. The grouper special came with a lobster and cilantro salsa - who puts those together?!? It worked though, lol. The appetizers are large enough to share or to make a small entree. Ours were bursting with flavor. They do sauces really well here - and provide plenty of Cuban bread to soak them up. I'd suggest ordering one course at a time. Our appetizers came out before our soup and salad, and the entrees showed up before we had finished any one dish. Our outdoor table couldn't hold the entree dishes, so they pulled over another table to ours and set them there, lol. Our outdoor dining experience was cut a little short because a black snake kept crawling up onto the patio and my companion has a snake phobia. read more

Brian's Place - Chorizo crostini is fantastic - Spanish Near Me - Hernando Beach, Florida

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Excellent food, service and ambience! We got there at 4:30 in time for the afternoon special dinner for $17! 3 course meal that was absolutely delicious! read more

Party of 10 with a reservation. We ordered drinks and the items from the bar took about 30 min. We were not given silverware or plates until we had finished our appetizers. When we finally were given silverware they did not have enough for all of us. When they brought out our salads they still didn't have silverware for everyone. We were seated in the back room near the kitchen and it was extremely noisy. Our food took a long time after the salads. Overall the food was ok but definitely not worth the prices they charge. Even though we had very poor service from beginning to end no one apologized or made any attempt to make it right even though we spent over $500. Very disappointed! read more

The service was excellent and the location is great. The food itself was not too bad, but if you are charging Michelin star prices, the food should match. Our appetizer of coconut shrimp was delicious and promised of good things to come. I had the grouper with rice, and the center of the grouper was not cooked, so half way through my meal, it was taken away to be re-fired, not good for the rest of our party, who continued eating. We would go again just in case this was a one off mistake, and hopefully it will restore our confidence in supporting local individual restaurants rather than big chain. read more

We were very disappointed on our last time at Brian's Place. Service was way off from start to finish. Food is usually spot on but everything seemed to be missing this night. Even called and talked to Brian himself and by the end of the conversation and he himself making excuses I knew I wouldn't be back before the end of the conversation. I am all about supporting local small business but when they have an attitude and offer no apology or a way to make it better. C ya Brian. read more

Incredible experience at Brian's! Service was top notch and everything we ordered was top tier. The Balsamic Roasted mushroom Marsala pasta was easily a top 5 dish I've ever had! Tuna crudo was decent. The pork shank appetizer was dynamite. Salads were fresh and delicious. Dessert was also amazing. Highly recommend this spot when in town. Easily the best restaurant in town by far! Will absolutely be back to try more. read more

Good,service, and ambience all very good! Indoor and outdoors seating. Entertainment. Food is amazing.

Delish old fashioned and top notch food. Enjoyed the live music outdoors, and when the mosquitoes began to bite - the servers brought out spray read more

This place is nice, and can be romantic depending on where you sit inside the restaurant. It makes me think it used to be a house years ago, and converted into a restaurant. They have cloth table covers, and candles on the tables. I love, love, love their Sangria. The food is absolutely delicious also! I have been here 2-3 times and each time I got something different, and no complaints. The servers are always friendly and sweet. read more

From the mi Ute we walked in we felt welcomed. Brian came and sat with us for a few minutes talking about the menu. The food was exactly as ordered and perfectly portioned. My smoked old fashioned was just right to go with a rib eye. I can't wait to get back up there. read more

Such a cute spot with a waterfront view! Brian's place has fresh, delicious food clearly prepared with love. :) I got the sun dried tomato Alfredo with shrimp (can add chicken, shrimp, or grouper) & it was divine! The owner came out to greet us and was incredibly kind. I appreciate the extra personalized touches Brian's Place offered. I tried Brian's Place for the first time after Hurricane Helene devastated this area of FL- they were flooded out but are making renovations and doing their best to rebuild. Please please support our local businesses getting back up on their feet! They clearly care and make outstanding food- it's a win win to visit Brian's Place! Thank you for still being here. read more

Definitely recommend for brunch and breakfast. I'll have to revisit for the dinner menu. The last meal I had for supper was a bit of a disappointment. Overall I do recommend Brian's Place as it's one of the finer establishments in Hernando. read more

Great food great staff great location. Give them a try you won't be disappointed and if spending the day on the gulf this is an easy place to eat!! read more

On a Wednesday night it was pretty busy!! The service was great. Our drinks brought over very promptly and appetizers as well!! Out dinner was served all together and were excellent. Paella was so good and then we had the Cuban bread pudding for dessert, o m g!!! read more

I can't believe I have never reviewed here. We have been here a few times. Never a bad meal and always a good time. Service is always accommodating and friendly. Bring friends and and share the bottle. I usually get something seafood. While the wife usually not. Neither of us have ever regretted a choice. I would however make a reservation. I am not the only one that knows the gem Brian's is.... read more