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Bricco, Boston, MA

Bricco

4.6
4.6
6026 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
21:00
Booked 102 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Lively
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat 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.

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Menu

Signature Appetizers

  • CaesarUS$14.00

    Blue sky bibb lettuce & radicchio, crispy ricotta polpette

    • CAB Dry Aged Beef CarpaccioUS$24.00

      Arugula, parmigiano and truffle essence

      • BurrataUS$21.00

        served with arugula, roasted red peppers and asparagus, aged balsamic

        • CharcuterieUS$24.00

          Prosciutto, Soppressata, Mortadella, Capocollo, bruschetta, olives

          • OctopusUS$24.00

            Dry roasted with ginger & jalapeño crust, purple potato and string bean salad

            • Mozzarella di Bufala CapreseUS$20.00

              Vine-ripe tomatoes & basil pesto

              • Wellfleet MusselsUS$18.00

                Steamed with garlic, caper berries & crostini

                • Zucchini FlowersUS$20.00

                  Stuffed with truffled ricotta cheese, tempura grilled vegetables

                  • Soft PolentaUS$19.00

                    Selection of wild mushrooms & sausage ragù, truffle essence

                    • Frittura MistaUS$22.00

                      Calamari, scallops, shrimp, pickled jalapeño, fried onion strings and tartar dip

                      • Local Bay OystersUS$22.00

                        On half shell with cocktail sauce & champagne mignonette

                        • Eggplant BakeUS$18.00

                          Layered with bufala mozzarella, tomato coulis, eggplant pellini

                          • Crudo di TonnoUS$22.00

                            Spice encrusted and seared rare, farro crackers and trio of dips

                            • Jumbo Shrimp ScampiUS$24.00

                              Seared with lemon, cherry tomatoes and potato gratin

                              • Insalata MistaUS$15.00

                                Passion fruit purée, roasted pears, parmigiano cheese crostini & spicy pecans

                                • MeatballsUS$20.00

                                  Boston's best from Certified Angus Beef, served with fresh ricotta & crostini

                                  Bricco's Artisanal Pasta

                                  • Chittarine con PolpetteUS$28.00

                                    San Marzano tomatoes, fresh basil, meatball & shaved parmigiana

                                    • Ricotta PillowsUS$29.00

                                      Dressed with truffle butter, wild mushrooms, gnudi di ricotta garnish

                                      • Pappardelle al CinghialeUS$32.00

                                        Wild boar braised in red wine with porcini mushrooms

                                        • Agnollotti al PlinUS$32.00

                                          Braised veal and beef stuffing with ricotta, spinach, truffle sauce

                                          • Garganelli AmatricianaUS$28.00

                                            Niman Ranch pancetta, spicy colino tomato, pecorino romano

                                            • Tortelli PumpkinUS$29.00

                                              Amaretti & honey, sage butter, root vegetables, ricotta salata

                                              • Gnocchetti SorrentinaUS$28.00

                                                Baked with bufala mozzarella, tomatoes, basil

                                                • Farfalle TartufateUS$34.00

                                                  Lobster meat, fava beans, pancetta, black truffle, lobster fumé

                                                  • RisottoUS$0.00

                                                    Chef's daily special

                                                    • MarketUS$0.00

                                                  Secondi

                                                  • 7-Spice Murray's Brick ChickenUS$36.00

                                                    7-Spice marinated half chicken roasted "under the brick", Swiss chard & double mashed potatoes

                                                    • Atlantic King SalmonUS$36.00

                                                      Roasted fennel & shallots, white beans puree

                                                      • Chilean Sea Bass in AgrodolceUS$52.00

                                                        Baby bok choy, herbed potato gallette, carrot fondue

                                                        • Mallard Duck DuettoUS$46.00

                                                          Confit leg, seared breast, roasted yams, spicy mango & frisée greens, sweet & sour soy sauce

                                                          • Veal Ossobuco, Marcho FarmsUS$46.00

                                                            Traditional saffron risotto, sautéed spinach

                                                            • Sam Adam's Braised Pork ShankUS$44.00

                                                              Slowly braised, arborio cacio e pepe risotto, shaved truffle

                                                              • Bricco's BrodettoUS$58.00

                                                                Half lobster, shrimp, swordfish, monkfish, calamari, wellfleet clams and mussels, colino tomatoes, fish fumet, grilled asparagus & bruschette

                                                                • Rare-Seared Ahi TunaUS$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 ValdostanaUS$64.00

                                                                    Fontina & pancetta stuffed veal chop, Yukon Gold potato twice baked with oyster mushrooms

                                                                    • Braised Beef Short RibsUS$41.00

                                                                      Creamy parmigiano polenta, roasted chestnuts, red wine reduction, sweet italian glaze

                                                                      Last updated: 1 November 2023

                                                                      What 6,026 people are saying

                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                      4.6
                                                                      4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                      • 4.6Food
                                                                      • 4.6Service
                                                                      • 4.5Ambience
                                                                      • 4.2Value

                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                      Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                      • Greater Boston

                                                                        Most Booked

                                                                      • Boston

                                                                        Most Booked

                                                                      Review summary

                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                      Bricco is a beloved North End gem known for its "amazing food," "outstanding service," and vibrant atmosphere. Diners rave about the sea bass, espresso martinis, and wild boar pasta. While some find it "very loud," the restaurant consistently delivers an "incredible dining experience" with attentive staff and a delightful ambiance.

                                                                      6,026 Reviews

                                                                      1. Jodi

                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        1.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                                        2. Food 1
                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                        Got the shrimp scampi. Came w three shrimp and a tiny bit of pasta. $35 bucks. Plate prolly cost them 5 dollars. Zzzzzz

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                                                                      2. Kseniya

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        3.0

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                        3. Service 1
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        We have been coming for years… I love the ambiance. Festive as always. The waitress was rude… and had zero intrapersonal skill. The food was average. Not a standard meal I am use to a Bricco… I’m going to give them grace and today was just a random event. Will be amazing as usual next time!

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                                                                      3. Amy

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                        41 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        41 reviews

                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Birthday dinner here with friends was perfect - thank you!

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                                                                      4. Ashna

                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        3.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        The food wasn’t the best, it was okay. The servers were rude, they came twice to clear my friends’s plate while she was still eating, not very inviting. Not sure if I’ll be back.

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                                                                      5. Peter

                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Great time at the bar and dinner. Service perfect and so nice.

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                                                                      6. stacey

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        2.0

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 2
                                                                        2. Food 2
                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                        4. Ambience 1
                                                                        We found this place overpriced, mediocre and entirely miss-able. With so many good places to eat in this neighborhood, our strong recommendation is to keep walking to a smaller, more caring venue where the food will actually be delicious.

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                                                                      7. Benjamin

                                                                        St. Louis

                                                                        161 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        161 reviews

                                                                        Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Very nice dinner great service! Only concern it was very loud!

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                                                                      8. Randy

                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined on 10 December 2024

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Had to squeeze between a few tables to get to our table, but it’s the north end and to be expected

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                                                                      9. Christian

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                        12 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        12 reviews

                                                                        Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Ate upstairs and had a lovely dinner - (a bit quieter and more preferable in my opinion on a busy Sat. ) Great service. My friends raved about the espresso martini. But I am a martini snob and I was sure I wouldn’t like it with the xtra ingredients (Frangelica & Di Sirano) I was wrong. It’s delish. So good I had two and at $21 🫤 Not a glass of sugar. We had the short ribs & they were amazing. Large portion & very flavorful. Gnocchis were decent. Seafood dish didn’t disappoint. Pricey but nicey. I’ll be back. Oh and the Eggplant parm appetizer- I wish they had it as a meal. So good.

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                                                                      10. Marcia

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        3.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        I was looking forward to this place but somewhat disappointed.Place was at capacity by 6pm. We had a reservation ( visiting out of state and came highly recommended) . Tables are on top of each other , loud . My portion of the special Rositto was small and lacked the seafood. Service was OK.We enjoyed our dinner at Trattoria Il Panino the night before and was much better.

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                                                                      FAQs

                                                                      Bricco does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

                                                                      Bricco is rated 4.6 stars by 6026 OpenTable diners.

                                                                      Bricco does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                      2 people
                                                                      21:00
                                                                      Booked 102 times today

                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                      Google Map for Bricco

                                                                      241 Hanover St., Boston, MA 02113

                                                                      Additional information

                                                                      • Area
                                                                        North End
                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                        Lunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm late night Fri, Sat 11:30 pm–2:00 am
                                                                      • Price
                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                        Italian, Steakhouse
                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                        Casual Elegant
                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                        Business Casual
                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                        None
                                                                      • Public transit
                                                                        Haymarket and Government Center T stop
                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                        AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                                        Nell Cacciopolli
                                                                      • Additional
                                                                        Gluten-free Options
                                                                      • Website
                                                                        http://www.bricco.com/
                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                        (617) 248-6800
                                                                      • 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.

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