Bricco

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4.6

4714 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Bricco’s star has been rising steadily since restaurateur Frank DePasquale revamped the menu to feature modern interpretations of regional Italian dishes.

Bricco has garnished superlative reviews from food writers in Boston and around the country – Best Guaranteed Meal in the North End and Best Pasta in Boston just two of the most recent accolades.

The talented kitchen team creates “boutique” Italian food, so-called because it is unique, personal and created for a select and sophisticated diner. The food is complemented by an enoteca (wine bar) with an exceptional selection of all-Italian wines.

Bricco also offers a sophisticated late night scene. The chic and energetic bar serves up great one of a kind cocktails as well as brick oven pizza with gourmet toppings such as prosciutto and fresh mozzarella from Italy in addition with appetizer selections.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 14, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 136 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm late night Fri, Sat 11:30 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(617) 248-6800
Website
http://www.bricco.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Nell Cacciopolli
Private party facilities
The mezzanine level at BRICCO, which overlooks the charm and bustle of the historic North End of Boston, seats 60 people comfortably for dinner. Other Private dining includes a room that accomodates 20 and one that accomodates 32 guest. Private dining at Bricco features custom menus formulated by the same talented chef who oversees the acclaimed restaurant kitchen downstairs, as well as a superb Italian\American wine list.
Private party contact
Nick Vatistas: (617) 248-6800

Location
241 Hanover St., Boston, MA 02113
Neighborhood
North End
Parking details
None
Public transit
Haymarket and Government Center T stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine

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Popular dishes

Caesar$13.00
blue sky bibb lettuce & radicchio, crispy ricotta polpette
CAB Dry Aged Beef Carpaccio$22.00
arugula, parmigiano and truffle essence
Burrata$19.00
served with arugula, roasted red peppers and asparagus, aged balsamic
Charcuterie$24.00
Prosciutto, Soppressata, Mortadella, Capocollo, bruschetta, olives
Octopus$22.00
dry roasted with ginger & jalapeño crust, purple potato and string bean salad
Mozzarella di Bufala Caprese$19.00
vine-ripe tomatoes and basil pesto
Wellfleet Mussels$18.00
steamed with garlic, caper berries & crostini
Zucchini Flowers$19.00
stuffed with truffled ricotta cheese, tempura grilled vegetables
Soft Polenta$18.00
selection of wild mushrooms & sausage ragú, truffle essence
Frittura Mista$22.00
calamari, scallops, shrimp, pickled jalapeño, fried onion strings and tartar dip
Local Bay Oysters$19.00
on half shell with cocktail sauce & champagne mignonette
Eggplant Bake$18.00
layered with bufala mozzarella, tomato coulis, eggplant pellini
Crudo di Tonno$22.00
spice encrusted and seared rare, farro crackers and trio of dips
Jumbo Shrimp Scampi$22.00
seared with lemon, cherry tomatoes and potato gratin
Insalata Mista$14.00
passion fruit purée, roasted pears, parmigiano cheese crostini & spicy pecans
Meatballs$19.00
Boston's best from Certified Angus Beef, served with fresh ricotta & crostini

Bricco's Artisanal Pasta

Chittarine con Polpette$28.00
san marzano tomatoes, fresh basil, meatball & shaved parmigiana
Ricotta Pillows$29.00
dressed with truffle butter, wild mushrooms, gnudi di ricotta garnish
Pappardelle al Cinghiale$32.00
wild boar braised in red wine with porcini mushrooms
Agnollotti al Plin$29.00
braised veal and beef stuffing with ricotta, spinach, truffle sauce
Garganelli Amatriciana$28.00
niman ranch pancetta, spicy colino tomato, pecorino romano
Tortelli Pumpkin$28.00
amaretti & honey, sage butter, root vegetables, ricotta salata
Gnocchetti Sorrentina$28.00
baked with bufala mozzarella, tomatoes, basil
Farfalle Tartufate$34.00
lobster meat, fava beans, pancetta, black truffle, lobster fume
Risotto
chef's daily special
- MKT

Secondi

7-Spice Murray's Brick Chicken$34.00
Spice marinated half chicken roasted "under the brick", Swiss chard & double mashed potatoes
Atlantic King Salmon$34.00
roasted fennel & shallots, white beans puree
Chilean Sea Bass in Agrodolce$48.00
baby bok choy, herbed potato gallette, carrot fondue
Mallard Duck Duetto$44.00
confit leg, seared breast, roasted yams, spicy mango & frisee greens, sweet & sour soy sauce
Veal Ossobuco, Marcho Farms$42.00
traditional saffron risotto, sautéed spinach
Sam Adam's Braised Pork Shank$44.00
slowly braised, arborio cacio e pepe risotto, shaved truffle
Bricco's Brodetto$52.00
half lobster, shrimp, swordfish, monkfish, calamari, wellfleet clams and mussels, colino tomatoes, fish fumet, grilled asparagus & bruschette
Rare-Seared Ahi Tuna$42.00
black & white sesame seed encrusted, japanese eggplant marinated with white wine vinaigrette, roasted red peppers, snow peas, spinach, black olives, ginger soy dip
Veal Valdostana$62.00
fontina & pancetta stuffed veal chop, yukon gold potato twice baked with oyster mushrooms
Braised Beef Short Ribs$39.00
creamy parmigiano polenta, roasted chestnuts, red wine reduction, sweet italian glaze

What 4,714 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely loved it. Food and service was excellent. Fabulous atmosphere.
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Ralph
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had reservations for 6:45 and were greeted by the hostess. Didn’t need to wait and was escorted to our table . Our waiter was pleasant and explained the specials. My wife and I both order an appetizer which was delicious. I had the shrimp scampi and my wife had the carpaccio, both where delicious. We were never rush. It was our first time to Bricco and the north end. And not the last.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and service was excellent
MJ
MommaJEats
San Francisco
20 reviews
2.0
20 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food2service5ambience4
Artimus was great Food was meh! Salad too sweet and overdressed Lobster dry and overcooked Brussels sprouts not at all crispy
OT
OpenTable Diner
Savannah
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it, can wait to go back
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Foodiecjk
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary
LD
Love2Dine
Chicago
23 reviews
vip
2.0
23 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food2service3ambience4
It was SO hot in there, we were so uncomfortable! We couldn’t enjoy our meal. Went elsewhere for dessert & after dinner drinks. Worse anniversary celebration ever!
SS
StephenS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
The food was amazing. Place was a bit louder than I would have liked, but I think that's par for most restaurants in Little Italy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ignore any negative comments. Our friends from Boston told us this was the place to go and they were right. Yes, it's a bit dark, it's called ambiance. Sure it was a bit loud, but it's a popular busy place. Wish I remembered our servers name because he was outstanding! He gave great suggestions, and always made sure our glasses were full. My husband got the meatballs appetizer and Spaghetti with meatballs (he's a meat and potatoes kind of guy) and said it was some of the best he's ever had. I had the special scallops appetizer and the Chilean seabass. Both were spectacular, but that seabass was by far one of the best meals I've ever had. I don't know if the chef sous vous the fish, but it was perfect and just melted in my mouth. We ended with the chocolate cake with hazelnut gelato. 💯 would recommend Bricco and will be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely fantastic! We cannot stop raving about it!
JI
JoshI
New England
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
It was just ok. We expected more. It was just under Il Panino anot as good as Terramia.
GG
GeorgeG
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Catching up with my daughter.
J
Jpdc
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall2food4service5ambience1
Unbearably hot. The daytime manager insists on keeping the door open - it was so hot that we got up and left and ate at Lucca across the street which was much more pleasant. We then went back to Bricco for drinks. The new manager had closed the door and turned the AC on and it was great.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience4
slow service, food was not good. lobster over cooked and pasta undercooked. super tiny portions. overall very disappointing for the price
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Wine and apps were great. Service was efficient and not intrusive. Ordered Gnocchetti and Chittarine for dinner and was unimpressed. Seems like their menu is more focused on creative entrees, so I would go back again, just wouldn’t be ordering pasta.
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JohnG
Detroit
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2022
overall3food4service1ambience2
Server and service terrible. The server was not friendly or welcoming from the start. He had difficulties remembering allergies (didn’t write down and we needed to repeat a few times), didn’t offer suggestions on menu or tell us anything about the menu, forgot about bringing ordered wine until late into our dining, never asked how our meal was or if we needed anything after food was brought-didn’t see server again until he brought dessert menus-and basically seemed uninterested in our table. However, the bus boy did do a good job of refilling water glasses. The restaurant is noisy and tables are extremely close. There are many other places in the North End with as good, if not better, food and atmosphere and with far superior service and staff who are hospitable and go out of their way to give you a memorable dining experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bricco is always a yes, can’t go wrong w them!
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OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall1food3service1ambience2
I took my sister here since we was visiting Boston. I wouldn't recommend this place. The service was extremely slow! The waitress didn't even bother with our table but saw her being very responsive to other tables. The stars are only for the 2 of the three dishes and nothing else. I would rate them 1 for service Food: They clearly seemed to remember to provide the table for the bread to each table around us except for us. We had to request them TWICE for bread. The pesto based dip was good ( after we received the bread 40 min into us being there ) the bread was extremely dry and hard to chew through. The oysters were fresh and delicious. The risotto ( chefs special for the day ) was salmon based and I wouldn't order it again, it was average and I have eaten better for lesser price. The ricotta pillows were delicious. We skipped dessert because we were not interested in receiving bad service. Really disappointed by the service we were provided. It seemed like we were being treated differently the rest of people dining there.
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Grace
New England
6 reviews
vip
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall1food3service1ambience2
We went for an anniversary dinner. First, we were told that we could sit only outside because we had a service dog. We told them that we should be able to sit inside, then they seated us at a very tiny table that barely had a space between the tables, and the dog didn't have a space to lay down. (We notified them that we are coming with a service dog when we made a reservation). When we ordered the first drinks and asked the waiter if we could keep the drink menu as we were planning to order more, the waiter said: "I'm better than this" and took the menu away. When we told him we would like to order wine, he didn't let us pick and served the wine he picked. We did like the wine, but we wanted to see our options. The pasta we ordered was undercooked (It was hard, and we could clearly see the white part). When we let him know, he said, "It's called al dente." The food was good other than undercooked pasta. Then we order deserts, we ordered a particular drink with less sweet, but he said he can't do it. (I just asked him not to put one liquor that makes sweet). Then he brought a drink he liked which didn't go with the dessert we ordered. I didn't drink then he took it out from the check.
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chow
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
Food was average, portions were small. Service was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful restaurant, delicious authentic Italian food!
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yessir999
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was absolutely phenomenal. Thank you!
LL
LauraL
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
awesome!!!! Can’t wait to return. The food and the ambiance a 10!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Emilio was excellent and very attentive, the appetizers and meals we prepared perfectly.
RY
RebeccaY
New England
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Zucchini flowers and meatballs on the apps menu were a must try. Great spaghetti lobster special as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall1food4service1ambience2
Our server rushed us through our dinner it was a very rude experience! We were in and out in 45 min because the server rushed us and didn’t let us sit down to relax and enjoy our birthday dinner celebration. Food was delicious but server and experience was bad.
GH
GregH
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent meal and great service thanks to Artemis!
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SaraC
New England
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
The bolognese is a must have! We absolutely loved it!
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jamesg
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2022
overall4food5service1ambience4
Had a dinner party at Bricco, as always the food was great. The place is always lively and the atmosphere was full of energy. Our reservation was for 6 but I need to bump to 8 and they were very helpful and accommodating. Unfortunatly, the service was sub-par. The waiter only came back once to offer drinks and we waited a very long time to order our meal, it felt like he knew he was going to get an 18% tip either way because the party was over 6 people and just didn't try that hard with our table. Its too bad but the food was still good. I would recommend Bricco in the future but for parties less than 6.
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LizPilates
New England
41 reviews
vip
1.0
41 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall1food1service4ambience1
Stuffed veal chop was incredibly small and mediocre at best. Had to try to fill up on desserts and the cheesecake/ tiramisus that also were less than average. Went home hungry and food overpriced. The martinis were great as was the service but I’d rather go to federal hill for a veal chop. Camille’s anyone ? Lol
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Doug
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
My daughter lives near this restaurant and we went there for dinner. This is a busy, popular restaurant in a busy, popular area. We made a reservation. We arrived 7 minutes early and were seated straight away. The bar service was timely and the service overall was very good. Meal was paced properly. The food was excellent but, as might be expected, was not budget oriented so check out the menu before you go to ensure this is what you are seeking. I would recommend Bricco as a good quality restaurant with very good service. Upstairs seems quieter than downstairs and we were able to carry on a reasonable conversation but it is very European-style dining with lots of people close together. There is pretty much very limited parking if you are driving (need to park in a garage somewhere) so allow enough time for walking to the restaurant. The Green Line and the Orange line travel to Haymarket station but you can easily walk to the North End from most anywhere downtown. I would recommend it if you want a nice meal.
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OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience5
Honestly, pork shank was pretty bland. My date and I both describe it as underwhelming.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hamburg Area
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
Very delicious food, friendly staff, reasonable pries, but a little too crowded an noisy . Our table for 2 was too small. Yes, we would come back.
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philafoodfamily
Philadelphia
87 reviews
vip
5.0
87 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant was amazing. Everything we ordered was delicious. The charcuterie and meatballs were fantastic. My son had the filet (cooked perfect) I had the agnolotti. It was perfect …… heavenly. So good!!!! Highly recommend. Our waitress was friendly and food came out at a nice pace.
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Sher
New England
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
Big disappointment for a 5 star restaurant and one that is supppsed to be best in the city. I had the Caesar salad, baby carrots and a filet. Salad was soggy, bitter and dressing was horrible. Baby carrots no flavor and the filet was half medium rare the way I ordered it and half well. Not very good. My friend ordered the pasta special and the pasta was dry. I’ve eaten here before, and maybe an off night in the kitchen, but when you pay top dollar, you want a great meal. Be hard pressed to go back. I
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Fine
Philadelphia
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience1
For all the hype it gets, I found Bricco to be "fine." Pretty expensive for "fine," in my opinion. Nothing I would rave about, and nothing I would complain about.
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OpenTable Diner
Naples
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience1
The food was good, the music was way too loud. The extreme volume of the music prevented any conversation .. we basically rushed through dinner to get out so we could talk to each other. Very disappointing.. we ended up not ordering more drinks, appetizers or dessert so we could just finish to get out. We were hoping to have a nice night out with people we haven’t seen .. hoped to enjoy a couple of drinks, appetizers , dinner and dessert but basically forced to leave
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was fantastic! Great spot to celebrate a special occasion, date night or fun night out with friends
LO
LindsayO
New England
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent. I love that it was so relaxed it makes it so much more enjoyable. I didn’t love the added gratuity. (we were a party of six so I understand) but the service was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Staff was friendly and inviting. Food and drinks were tremendous!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Bricco does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

Bricco is rated 4.6 stars by 4714 OpenTable diners.

Bricco does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.