Prima in Brownwood

[D&BSmith]

We visited Prima last night for the first time. Chose to eat inside. Attractive interior, tables and booths laid out very well. Although it was a full house we noticed how quiet it was compared to other places we have dined. We could actually have a normal conversation without yelling at each other.

Our server was Johnny. Friendly, attentive and professional.

As for the food, it was excellent. Chicken Parm with a meatball and Salmon on top of risotto. Brought out hot and in a very timely manner.

Plenty of staff, kitchen throughput appeared to be above average. Prices are on par with similar type establishments (Bluefin, Bonefish).

If you never been you might want to give this one a shot.

[Stu from NYC]

We visited Prima last night for the first time. Chose to eat inside. Attractive interior, tables and booths laid out very well. Although it was a full house we noticed how quiet it was compared to other places we have dined. We could actually have a normal conversation without yelling at each other.

Our server was Johnny. Friendly, attentive and professional.

As for the food, it was excellent. Chicken Parm with a meatball and Salmon on top of risotto. Brought out hot and in a very timely manner.

Plenty of staff, kitchen throughput appeared to be above average. Prices are on par with similar type establishments (Bluefin, Bonefish).

If you never been you might want to give this one a shot.

Have been there several times with good experience.

[spd2918]

We love Prima. The food is good and the value is excellent.

[BlueStarAirlines]

Prima was the one place we had never dined in and finally went a few days ago. Sad I waited so long as the food was great and the atmosphere was fantastic (as you noted). I had steered clear as I was under the impression the price for entrees was through the roof, but were reasonable and in line with other places. I also highly recommend!

[Prendl]

Prima restaurant impressed us and we enjoyed it very much. The food was delicious and service was wonderful. We recommend and will definitely return for additional meals.

[Number 10 GI]

The wife and I have eaten there a few times and have been very satisfied with the food and service.

[DaleDivine]

Wow, no negative responses. Fantastic. We will have to try it out.
:bigbow::bigbow:

[MandoMan]

We visited Prima last night for the first time. Chose to eat inside. Attractive interior, tables and booths laid out very well. Although it was a full house we noticed how quiet it was compared to other places we have dined. We could actually have a normal conversation without yelling at each other.

Our server was Johnny. Friendly, attentive and professional.

As for the food, it was excellent. Chicken Parm with a meatball and Salmon on top of risotto. Brought out hot and in a very timely manner.

Plenty of staff, kitchen throughput appeared to be above average. Prices are on par with similar type establishments (Bluefin, Bonefish).

If you never been you might want to give this one a shot.

I had Easter Dinner there, and the food and service were excellent at a very busy time. I also appreciated being able to hear the people speaking at my table. $44 for rack of lamb with Brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes. With $5 salad, cocktail, dessert, and tip, my individual check came to $97. For one.

[jarodrig]

First time for us last Tuesday eve. , group of 8

Our impression echoes all of the comments above.

What impressed me the most was this ……. There was a menu item on their Website menu that had been dropped on their “regular” menu that I had my heart set on ordering. I pointed that out to our server suggesting that they should consider updating their website.

Moments later , the manager shows up asking me about the item . He left to speak with the chef who agreed to make the dish with only a slight modification. Two of us ordered the dish and it was excellent, as well as all of the other meals.

Now THAT is what I call customer service at its finest !!

The dish, BTW, was a seafood combination of pan seared grouper, sautéed sea scallops and shrimp served in a light lemon/pepper sauce over linguine. It was supposed to have mussels as well but the manager explained that they had been unable to get a good quality mussel and so that was the reason they dropped the dish .

They did update their menu as I just looked for the unusual name of the dish and it was no longer there. It was something like Curraccio or something like that…..

[midiwiz]

We visited Prima last night for the first time. Chose to eat inside. Attractive interior, tables and booths laid out very well. Although it was a full house we noticed how quiet it was compared to other places we have dined. We could actually have a normal conversation without yelling at each other.

Our server was Johnny. Friendly, attentive and professional.

As for the food, it was excellent. Chicken Parm with a meatball and Salmon on top of risotto. Brought out hot and in a very timely manner.

Plenty of staff, kitchen throughput appeared to be above average. Prices are on par with similar type establishments (Bluefin, Bonefish).

If you never been you might want to give this one a shot.

considering the group, I'm sure we all have and have had varying experiences there. Personally I'll never eat brunch or Italian there as it just doesn't meet my standards there are only 2 places within 30 minutes that come close enough.

Glad you like it, otherwise they fold eventually.

[Papa_lecki]

We’ve eaten here a bunch. For is good, menu has nice selection.

There is a lot of energy, both inside and out
Servers are always pleasant, and the management team is outstanding.

[rsmurano]

Prima will not be folding anytime soon. I know a lot of people that go on a regular basis and they really enjoy it. We have gone there too a couple of times.

[kkingston57]

Wow, no negative responses. Fantastic. We will have to try it out.
:bigbow::bigbow:

Had same thoughts!

[Stu from NYC]

considering the group, I'm sure we all have and have had varying experiences there. Personally I'll never eat brunch or Italian there as it just doesn't meet my standards there are only 2 places within 30 minutes that come close enough.

Glad you like it, otherwise they fold eventually.

Curious what are these two places that meet your standards?

[JMintzer]

Wow, no negative responses. Fantastic. We will have to try it out.
:bigbow::bigbow:

Give them time... Give them time...:icon_wink:

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

Prima is a very good restaurant , I have no doubt it will be around a long time ,it’s now in my loop of favorites like Blue Fin, Legacy , Bone Fish, Thai Ruby and Chop House

[bonnieww60]

One of our favorite restaurants here in The Villages. We have done brunch, lunch, and dinner. All were excellent

[Charsaunt]

On weekends we've gone early for the "Make Your Own Bloody Mary Bar". Absolutely incredible!!! Surprised more restaurants don't offer this.

[maistocars]

considering the group, I'm sure we all have and have had varying experiences there. Personally I'll never eat brunch or Italian there as it just doesn't meet my standards there are only 2 places within 30 minutes that come close enough.

Glad you like it, otherwise they fold eventually.
Probably agree from an Italian standpoint - what 2 places do you like?

[Libbyporter]

We eat there a lot. Never had a bad experience and the manager is awesome.

[agjaret@aol.com]

I had eggplant parmigiana and it was awful. Mushy bad sauce. Won’t go back.

[dewilson58]

Wow, no negative responses. Fantastic. We will have to try it out.
:bigbow::bigbow:

Jus arrived.

[vintageogauge]

considering the group, I'm sure we all have and have had varying experiences there. Personally I'll never eat brunch or Italian there as it just doesn't meet my standards there are only 2 places within 30 minutes that come close enough.

Glad you like it, otherwise they fold eventually.

They won't fold. The owners have several restaurants and all are excellent, they know what they're doing and have a great business model and a great training program. My guess is that there are very few people that would say they don't meet their standards and they won't miss those few if they choose to go elsewhere. I like it, always have had great service and great food and will continue dining with them.

[Kathyo]

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[retiredguy123]

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[LeannWilliams64]

Our favorite restaurant in the Villages!

[Djean1981]

Thanks for providing info on the lower noise level. :)

[Babubhat]

Food was good but they need to pound the chicken breast thinner for chicken parm.The middle tends to get undercooked because of its thickness

[vintageogauge]

Jus arrived.

But it was eggplant LOL.

[nevjudbaker]

We visited Prima last night for the first time. Chose to eat inside. Attractive interior, tables and booths laid out very well. Although it was a full house we noticed how quiet it was compared to other places we have dined. We could actually have a normal conversation without yelling at each other.

Our server was Johnny. Friendly, attentive and professional.

As for the food, it was excellent. Chicken Parm with a meatball and Salmon on top of risotto. Brought out hot and in a very timely manner.

Plenty of staff, kitchen throughput appeared to be above average. Prices are on par with similar type establishments (Bluefin, Bonefish).

If you never been you might want to give this one a shot.
We have been there with a lg family group or just ourselves or with visitors. The service each time was very good. The staff is very friendly & professional. Whoever trains their employees should train every restaurant employee. The staff is always accommodating. We love dining at Prima.

[ThomasMur]

We were there recently and I think this is now the best restaurant in Brownwood if not in all of The Villages. Keep up the pace Prima!

[coffeebean]

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[JMintzer]

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How does it conflict anything?

Where did I say I was worried about anything in this thread?

[patfla06]

We had friends visit from Chicago and enjoyed dinner there.
The wedge salad was wonderful. It should be shared due to
the large portion. Beautiful restaurant.

[Bellavita]

I love this place

We visited Prima last night for the first time. Chose to eat inside. Attractive interior, tables and booths laid out very well. Although it was a full house we noticed how quiet it was compared to other places we have dined. We could actually have a normal conversation without yelling at each other.

Our server was Johnny. Friendly, attentive and professional.

As for the food, it was excellent. Chicken Parm with a meatball and Salmon on top of risotto. Brought out hot and in a very timely manner.

Plenty of staff, kitchen throughput appeared to be above average. Prices are on par with similar type establishments (Bluefin, Bonefish).

If you never been you might want to give this one a shot.