The food: excellent. The atmosphere: romantic, cool, and calm. The people: friendly and fascinating. I love this restaurant. You will too. read more

We were walking through the area and this cute little Italian spot caught our eye. We asked for a menu and after skimming it over we said thank you and kept walking. Not even 10 steps later my wife and I looked at each other and decided we should go back. I am so glad we did because the food was so good! Even better the servings were big and the prices fair. Great wine list as well :) not pictured is the octopus salad and the crème brûlée at the end. We just couldn't say no! The spot is cozy and the service is great. Highly recommend! read more

Briciola - Lamb risotto - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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We went here for a quick bite before a show. I wish we could have experienced the entire menu, but were in a little bit of a rush. The service was great and we loved people-watching at the location. The menu looked great, and it looked like they were able to make some GF mods. I enjoyed my soup! read more

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Made a reservation ahead of time for a group of five. Seating is hightop stools at a long counter so just keep that in mind! I tried: + Calamari in umido + Burrata with prosciutto (special) + Cesare + fettuccine funghi + Gnocchi sorrentina + Lobster ravioli + Tiramisu Lobster ravioli was by far the best dish, followed by the fettuccine. Also really liked the tiramisu. Would definitely return for the pastas! read more

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If you are searching for a restaurant near the August Wilson Theater, this is the perfect place. Only a 8 minute walk right in Hells Kitchen. My dining partner and I started with the Tortino di Granhio e Funghi, Mozzarella Saporita and Feta e Peperoni salad . Perfect combo to enjoy before the main meal. All was so delicious but I really enjoyed the Mozzarella Saporita - prosciutto wrapped warm mozzarella - incredible! My main dish was a special for the night , Pappardelle and slow cooked lamb. The lamb was extra tender and the pappardelle was the perfect al dente . My dining partner also had a special, Chicken Franchise - they complimented how tender the chicken was. Service was excellent and attentive. The inside is rather small so reservations are suggested. read more

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Extra tight Hong Kong noodle shop style seating, so if not your thing may be an issue. Service was very good and efficient. We tried the pepperoni salad, meat balls, cacio pepe, veal shank and oriocete. The salad was probably the best. All other entrees were ok not memorable. read more

We had a lovely dinner at Briciola. The ambiance was quaint. We were lucky without a reservation and got three seats at the bar. We order a couple of salads, a side prosciutto, and Parmesan. We also had the Branzino and Pesto Pasta. Overall, the salads were moderately sized, so good as a side. The side prosciutto was a healthy helping that came with delicious olives, dried tomatoes, onions and mushrooms drenched in yummy olive oil. The Parmesan came with walnuts and honey. We felt the helping of cheese could have been just a little more. It was all very good! The branzino had a very delicious lemon caper sauce on top of veggies and mashed potatoes. Pesto pasta had a homemade sauce with artichokes mixed and in Parmesan on top. We just wished we could add a protein to go with it. So good either way. We closed with sharing a tiramisu that's we perfectly layered on top of a nice chocolate sauce. The also gave us a free basket of break with olive and balsamic sauce if you need. All was so good, we will go back when we are back in NY. Highly recommend, but make sure to make a reservation! read more

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We came to New York with a picky food tween but finally decided we could not leave without NY Italian food. Did not disappoint. Service and attention to detail was outstanding; impressive wine selection. My husband had the steak reminiscent of a dish we had in Sienna. I had the Pesto gnocchi special with shrimp. We started with burrata appetizer. Quaint place. And to prove new yorkers are friendliest on planet- went through the rain to get coffee to make a pretty amazing dessert espresso martini. We NY and this restaurant. Easy to make reservations. read more

Briciola - not on the menu? no problem will run across the street, get some coffee from another restaurant in the pouring rain to make you one! - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Every three months, this is our absolute go to place. Seeing the same familiar faces every time makes us feel right at home. The food is consistently amazing, just as always. And the lamb chops... I honestly don't think anyone can make them like they do! Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality, Sarah. We always love coming here! read more

After a few days of overeating and celebrating I needed to find a little out of the way place that I could sit on the patio, enjoy a nice glass of wine and maybe some eats. I found it! Briciola and their staff were accommodating and set up a table on the outside for me and immediately brought the wine menu and the specials and regular menu. I asked for the house cab and they asked if I wanted a glass or a glass and a half and you know what I chose. Catarina came out and told me about the menu items. She was very excited about the menu and was very full of life. She brought out the best bread with olive oil and I ended up choosing the truffle gnocchi and she was right, it was FANTASTIC! The setting was romantic and I felt somewhat like a writer or poet sipping wine and waxing poetic on a Hell's Kitchen side street with fabulous food and a fun person to chat with. Thanks Catarina! read more

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Had a great experience at Briciola Restaurant. The food was delicious and tasted really fresh, and everything we ordered was well prepared. Sara was especially kind and friendly, and her service made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot I'd recommend if you're looking for good Italian food and a welcoming atmosphere. read more

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Came here with a party of 3 for a pre-theater dinner. We had a reservation that we had to change the time twice for since we were running late, and they were very accommodating. Service was very fast; I had a feeling they're used to recognizing those in a rush to catch their show! Our waitress was very charming and thoughtful. Highly recommend the penne pesto. Everything else was just ok: lasagna bolognese special, lobster ravioli, creme brûlée, and tiramisu. I'll be dreaming of that pesto; perfect al dente and the sauce captured the fragrance of the pesto perfectly. Seating was at a communal table and the restaurant was quite cramped. read more

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the experience was excellent , The server Lu was so perfect , i like to visitied again ..... I love the restaurant but in special the server Lu .. read more

my favorite place !!! It's really great service ! I'm pretty sure come back next week ;) read more

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Always our first stop in NYC. For a hug, for a meal, for a drink or all of the above. Lu and staff are most caring, friendly, attentive and love people and what they do everyday. A rarity. A true gem. read more

Food was fine. Service was fine. Nothing special - very small inside. They were out of the special at like 6 pm on a Friday which was strange. read more

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We had about 1 hour to eat before broadway show. Service was exceptionally fast and efficient. We ordered several entrees and shared them. Some were better than others. Enjoyed the flank steak and grilled octopus more than the pasta dishes. We regretted not trying the special lamb lasagna dish. Grilled bread and Cocktails were very good. Very intimate. Communal seating doesn't allow for much elbow/dish room, but a part of the total experience. read more

Briciola - Mango salad, grilled octopus and flank steak - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

My go to restaurant in Hells Kitchen. I hate to even post a review because I (selfishly) don't want it to get over crowded. This is a hidden gem tucked away on an unassuming block in Manhattan. I eat here every time I'm in the city. read more

Briciola - Small place. Great food. Great wine. - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Charming service, authentic Italian atmosphere and cuisine. Meatballs to start was a great decision. Lobster ravioli was delicious I only wish there was more! We were convinced to try a special with sliced beats and shrimp, which I was skeptical at first but was totally blown away. A special place. read more

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We ordered the mango salad, burrata with tomato, and skirt steak. The mango salad was so good, with thinly sliced mango paired with kale and a balsamic dressing. I usually don't enjoy mango in salads, but this one was an exception--it tasted incredibly well with the steak--speaking of the steak, it was delicious & cooked well. I highly recommend ordering it medium rare ( it also paired wonderfully with the kale). The burrata was also a great choice for those seeking creamy balance with kale!! The only con to this restaurant is that it does feel quite cramped, and there are only high top seatings. read more

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A very attractive claustrophobic eatery just down the street from the Neil Simon Theatre, important for our evening needs. Wait staff were very helpful and friendly. We shared a long table with a dozen some other people: the bar seats 7-8, and then they have a few tables outside. The tuna tartare (with guacamole) was yummy, and Caesar salad was good, and my nieces liked the Fettucine Ai Funghi and Gnocchi Sorrentina. read more

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Great experience at Briciola. Service was really good, server was really nice and very knowledgeable about all of the wines. I got one of the special dishes. A pasta with scallops and it was delicious. The scallops were very fresh tasting and cooked perfectly. I will definitely be back, highly recommended! read more

Just walking through Hell's Kitchen and thought this place looked nice. Glad we decided to try it. James Beard winning chef made sure the menu looked delicious, and the specials impossible to turn down. Seating is either outside, at the bar, or at a long communal table. You probably should be open to being among people if eating here. The prices were very reasonable. The service was jovial, and knowledgeable making the whole experience just perfect. read more

Briciola - A shared communal table with a view to the kitchen. Their music was random but fun. - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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the vibes are cutesy italian wine cellar/kitchen. everything came out fast, hot, and scrumptious. i think i might have licked my plate clean when no one was looking! the food was perfectly portioned so no one had to worry about togo boxes, but also no one left hungry. our server (i wish i could remember her name - young woman with dark brown hair and italian accent) she was amazing. so sweet and very attentive. we had mentioned we wanted to adventure after our reservation to grab a drink before our show, and she was kind enough to recommend a cute spot near by (which was exactly the vibe we needed, thank you!) read more

Briciola - GNOCCHI SORRENTINA and MACCHERONI al TARTUFO and Gimlet - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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We had a very nice experience here before going to a show at the August Wilson Theater. It's a small, intimate space - one side is a bar, the other consists of a long high community table with somewhere between 16-18 seats in a narrow room lined with shelves of wine. We were able to get a 5:30 reservation about 40 minutes in advance on a Tuesday, but by the time we left around 6:15 it was starting to fill up. The server was charming and friendly. Rattled off lots of specials which all sounded so good we didn't really bother looking at the menu. We shared two starters, bread and had a glass of wine each and it was a perfect early dinner for three. If the mango, arugula and goat cheese salad is a special when you go, get it! read more

Extremely tasty food and amazing staff. One of the most delicious places I have been, I am pleased I had a chance to enjoy it in our vacation, it added up in our experience of NY. Price is fair for the quality of the food . Would definitely go back and refer to friends . read more

Briciola - Brazino fillet - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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We were warmly greeted when we first got in and seated immediately. Loved the community table setting and all the wines on display. The grilled octopus salad is especially great with a nice stomach, soft tender octopus, and soft yet just a bit crunch to the veggies. A lovely lunch experience. read more

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Great restaurant good service - called Penne Pesto e Carciofi Pesto sauce, artichokes, parmesan. read more

Briciola - Penne Pesto e Carciofi - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Oof this place was not good. Not sure what these 4+ star reviews are about. I got the Orecchiette Salsiccia Rapini (1/5) which was not good. The pasta was overcooked, whatever sauce they tried to make was not reduced so the bottom of the bowl was liquidy like it was soup. There's grated cheese on top but no cheese was melted in the actual dish so I felt like I was eating chunky cheese with soft pasta. The only good thing here was the Italian sausage. My bf got the skirt steak (2/5) which was also disappointing. He ordered medium rare but got well done and on top of that, the steak wasn't seasoned at all. If you're paying $38, I don't think it's much to ask for a decently cooked and seasoned steak. The potatoes were seasoned at least. Our server was nice but didn't check on us until the end when it was time to pay. The kicker was we went to another Italian restaurant for dessert and they had skirt steak for $30. Wish we got dinner there instead. read more

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This place was so amazing for the price! The food, wine, and service were really top notch. And while many of these little eateries in Hell's Kitchen are worth a try, this place stands out for its consistent quality across the board! The food was delicious; we really liked the poplette meatballs as a sharing app, and used the complimentary bread to soak up the marinara sauce. The branzino fish was great too, with a light butter cream sauce and perfectly cooked veggies. The chocolate soufflé was super rich but a great dish to split between two people. The wine list was very well curated, offering a range of light and heavier reds and whites, most from Italy. This place is also a wine bar, so you can expect a good wine selection. The service was quick and the waiters communicated efficiently with the busboys, which made for a seamless handoff between the dishes. One caveat: the indoor space is very quaint and small, so not a lot of seating space. They make up for it with nice seating area outdoors, but again this is Hell's Kitchen so expect some weird characters walking by. It's safe, and perhaps part of the charm of this neighborhood. read more

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Delicious! very yummy food and drinks. Close to shows for pre broadway shows as it is not far walk from them!

Attentive service and good food with a neat vibe in a small space in Hells Kitchen. As a note to anyone reading: I only give 5 stars to exceptional places, but that doesn't mean there's anything wrong with this place. I would definitely return again. Be mindful of serving sizes. I saw this labelled as a tapas place and we ordered far more food than we should have. For example we ordered the beet salad and were expecting an amount equal to 1 or 2 beets. It was more like 5 or 6! read more

Wow! That pretty much sums up my visit there. I went with 3 friends to catch up and the service was incredible. I wasn't a fan of the seating but the food made up for it. We ended up getting two bottles of wine, the burrata and then entrees. Everything was great! read more

Briciola - Lasagna Bolognese - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Met the owner as soon as I stepped in. He truly knows the menu and was absolutely personable and welcoming. We were walking on the Upper west side of Central Park and decided on Italian for dinner. The original place we were headed to was only accepting carryout. So we found Briciola a short cab ride away. Inside are large communal tables and 2 areas outside seating. There's even a covered section with a cooling fan and shelter. The restaurant is charming and filled with character much like the food. The food was filling, with appropriate portions and a melody of unique Italian flavors. I have not tasted Italian food so satisfactory in a long time. The owner was so accommodating and provided on and off menu choices so there is something here for everyone's palate. Who would have thought mango would be an ingredient in an Italian restaurant! The staff were are also pleasant, genuinely happy, and professional. This is a can't miss for Italian in NYC! read more

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Amazing food -wine music -our service was amazing will be coming back for sure-sorry no pictures I could not stop eating lol read more

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Food - 4/5 My group got the Daily special lamb shank with risotto, the steak and the burrata. The lamb shank with risotto is a big portion. The lamb was tender, not too gamey and very well seasoned. It was roasted well and was fall of the bone juicy with a good balance of fat and meat. The steak was cooked a perfect medium rare, salted to perfection and super juicy and tender. The burrata tasted fresh, mixed with the tomatoes. Service - 4/5 service was good, the waiter was attentive and refilled our drinks often. He was friendly and very informative when we had questions about the menu and wine. Ambiance - 4/5 the ambiance is decent. It mostly consists of high chairs and high tables which can get a little uncomfortable when sitting for prolonged dinners. The outdoor dining is nice though, excellent for a summer - fall dinner date! read more

Cozy Italian restaurant with an authentic vibe and decent pasta. I ordered the pappardelle with wild boar ($28) - the pappardelle pasta was cooked to a good slightly chewy consistency and the chunks of wild boar were tender and juicy. The tomato sauce was simple and classic. I also tried a bit of the Rigatoni e Gamberi (rigatoni with shrimp) ($19), but it was too spicy for me (granted my spice tolerance is not that high). I should note that the complimentary bread to start was actually very good and soft. The place itself is very cozy and is actually divided into two areas - each with its own large shared table. On my side, it was more of a bar kind of setup whereas the other side is more of a traditional table. While it is a bit small space, it did not feel cramped and there were only a couple others in there, so finding a spot was not an issue, even on a Friday night. The staff were friendly and attentive. It seems that they have a lot of options outside of the regular menu (including my pappardelle), but they did not inform me beforehand that those other options would be noticeably more expensive than the regular $19 pastas. Overall, while the pastas were average quality, I think the cozy vibe here makes it a bit unique, so would recommend this if you are in the mood for Italian food in this type of environment. read more

Briciola - Interior - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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We have returned many times to Briciola and always look forward to the next time and once again we will do the same. The Maitre de always welcomes us on our arrival to what is a great evening meal including appetizers, entrees and desert. read more

We had a wonderful time at Briciola. They have a wonderful lunch special with a pair of wine and pasta. The private ambiance was a good experience. The service was friendly and attentive. read more

Loved the service here 10/10 Sara was Amazing and will be coming back Food so good and very romantic and intimate ambiance read more