The. Best. Restaurant. In West Hartford. The food is unbelievable. All fresh!! Every time we come it just gets better and better. Love the ambiance inside and service is always fantastic. Can't beat Bricco. read more

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We visit the gbury location regularly but happened to be in WeHa so decided to give this location a shot. Interior, ambiance, services staff - everything is top notch here. Energy was high, the place was boomin on a Thursday night. Drinks are always solid, food hits the spot. Nice place to bring friends or have a date night. The only issue was that the waitress sold my wife on a meal that takes 40 or so minutes to cook and they brought out the wrong meal after maybe 30 minutes. She admitted it was her fault but we still had to wait an additional 40 something minutes for the proper meal to come out. We weren't in a rush so it wasn't the end of the world but still sucks when you're hungry..... Anyway, they comped dessert for the mixup - the cake wasn't my fav but the pistachio ice cream was literally the best I've ever had WOW!! I know this review is too long so TLDR; awesome service, great food, beautiful ambiance, big energy. Highly recommended but my personal experience kept it from being 5 stars. read more

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First and foremost if I was rating the food it would be 4.5, and if I was rating our server Kendal it would be a 5. However, the restaurant experience as a whole, it's a 3. Allow me to elaborate. You cannot make a reservation online. Not on open table, not on resy, not on their website. It says to call. So we called and made a reservation over the phone. Then, we got a text from ready confirming our reservation as well as an email Confirming our reservation from resy. An hour before our reservation we got a text saying that it's not actual reservation only a place holder for walking in. When we got in for our reservation, we still had a 25 minute wait. Dinner was great and service too, but what a total pain into deal with and completely unprofessional for a restaurant. Another party had a 6:30 reservation and when they arrived they'd been moved to 7:30 and couldn't be seated. So they discussed in the entryway and went down the street who accommodated them. We've been going to Billy's restaurants for over 20 years (our first date was at grants eons ago) and this is just disappointing. read more

Bricco has become one of my favorite restaurants. Billy Grant really knows what he's doing. Talented chef. Saturday night was our third time here and we enjoyed it very much. Started off splitting the Kale salad and I love when places split in the kitchen for you and bring you each your half. Nice touch. Crispy bacon and goat cheese creamy dressing incredible. Cranberries to blend with and it's just a party in your mouth. Sensational. I told the waiter how much I love the Josie's meatballs but wanted the Branzino and couldn't decide so he said he could just bring me one meatball! Just enough as they are quite large. Note if you do this you don't get the delicious creamy cheese like the regular appetizer portion comes with but the sauce and meatball alone are incredible. I believe it comes with 3 on the appetizer portion. Again the sauce - wow! Branzino delicious. Second time getting it. Will have to get something different next time. Bf got the Bucatini Pork Sugo Napoletana and loved it as well. The pasta in the dish looked incredible. I had one bite and delicious flavors going on. Another great dinner at Bricco. The only issue here is even with a reservation we waited 30 minutes. We knew that though going in. Just be prepared to wait but that's how incredible this place is. People love it! Bar scene is fun too. We stayed for a drink after and were well taken care of. Delicious espresso martini to end the night. They brought me decaf from the kitchen special too! read more

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Both of our dishes tasted amazing!! I had bolognese + fresh ricotta, cant quite remember the other dishes name. They come around with fresh cheese and pepper. Table bread was just OK and only with olive oil. We ordered lemonade + coconut mocktail and we were both happy with the drinks. Service was also okay, our waiter seemed shy. Overall ambiance was unusual, I liked the color scheme and setup, however one wall had large button looking things while the other had nice artwork. I wish I had sat facing the nice artwork. My dessert of the chocolate souffle was excellent, very rich and chocolatey while maintaining a light texture. However, the food did not sit well with me, hence 4 stars. I would try it again. read more

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Wonderful atmosphere. Serving staff is on the ball, attentive, and classy. The restaurant itself is relaxing and has a slightly upscale vibe while maintaining enough casual energy for the tourist crowd. The food is where Restaurant Bricco struggles. I ordered a medium rare burger with fries, and received a very dried out, well-done burger. Mayonnaise couldn't even fix the dryness. I had to stop eating as it just wasn't a pleasant experience at all. The fries were good but not as good as I'd expect for an establishment like this - just standard shoestring fries with parmesan. My friend's honey chicken sandwich, however was delicious. I wound up eating a quarter of her sandwich to satisfy my lingering hunger and get the taste of dry cardboard out of my mouth from my own "burger." As the food quality is hit or miss, can't rate more than average. read more

After attending the Friends of Feeney charity event at Lux Bond & Green, sponsored by Oris, I stopped by Restaurant Bricco in West Hartford for dinner and was very impressed. I had to sit in the bar area, where I received attentive and friendly service throughout the evening. The atmosphere struck a perfect balance between lively and comfortable, making it an excellent place to unwind after an event. My meal began with a mocktail Negroni, which was wonderfully crafted and full of flavor. For dinner, I ordered the scallops with cream corn and straw mushrooms. The scallops were perfectly prepared, and the combination of sweet cream corn and earthy mushrooms complemented the dish beautifully. It was one of those meals where every component worked together exceptionally well. read more

Restaurant Bricco - Diver Scallops - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

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Props to them for having a 45 minute queue at 8pm on a Friday. My sister and I just wanted dessert so we got a quick table outside. We ordered the chocolate soufflé. It was not what we expected and we made the mistake of not looking at pictures beforehand. The soufflé was not very fluffy and it was obviously made in an 8 inch round pan because we got a slice. It felt more like a flourless chocolate cake. The pistachio ice cream was also chalky and not very creamy. It tasted more of almonds and cherry than pistachio. We tried the complimentary focaccia. It was a disgrace to focaccia. It has the tightest crumb yet very spongey/soft. The only flavor came from the olive oil you dipped it in. We would absolutely not come back for a meal. read more

Restaurant Bricco - Focaccia - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

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I gave myself almost a month to write this to ensure I wasn't writing from an angry, disappointed place. Bricco and I are breaking up. We may get back together in the future because one transgression can possibly be forgiven. I ordered "take-out" on November 30, 2025. I was hungry and excited to see my favorite pasta, Cacio E Pepe, on the menu. When I received the dish in the picture, I thought it was undoubtedly an error because the dish is traditionally served with a white "sauce". I called and was directed to the manager. She explained that sometimes they change it up and make it red. On what planet?!?! Was I being manipulated into accepting this? I told her it was misleading, and she said the description below the dish's name is on the menu. As illustrated in one of the photos, there is no description on the menu available online. I expressed my disappointment, but she did not offer to resolve the issue, e.g., by offering me another dish or a refund; twenty-seven dollars ($27.00) in the garbage. Love hurts. read more

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Always a great dinner at bricco.. our server Megan was kind and lovely. We were able to get a quick reservation for 5:30 on a Thursday... things really got busy around 630. Dirty martinis have house made blue cheese stuffed olives! read more

Restaurant Bricco - Fennel & Black Pepper Crusted Tuna - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

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Service is great here. A little loud setting, the restaurant is a good size. All the food we got was solid. Fig pizza had a little too much fig spread on it for our liking, but the vodka pasta was great. read more

Restaurant Bricco - Fig Pie - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

Bricco in West Hartford and Bricco Trattoria in Glastonbury is an acclaimed upscale-casual Italian-American eatery operated by Billy Grant! The restaurant is known for its simple, fresh, and delicious dishes and has been successfully operating food since 1996; recently celebrating their 30th year serving their CT community. The menu features handmade pastas, wood-fired pizza, and classic, comfort-oriented dishes in a cozy elevated trattoria setting. Great martinis, friendly bartenders and staff, a variety of espresso martinis, and a luxurious ricotta toast. Perfect! read more

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Came for happy hour with my friend. Had a great experience! We enjoyed sitting in the bar area and all of the food we ordered was delicious. Looking forward to coming back again! read more

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Well worth the wait! Food was amazing! Wings were perfectly crisp and very flavorful, pasta was the best I've had in a while. This place was absolutely packed but for a good reason. Next time will remember to make a reservation! Staff was very pleasant and the restaurant is huge! Will have to be back for sure! read more

Restaurant Bricco - Wood Oven Baked Rigatoni - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

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Place is pretty, dim lighting, inviting, staff is attentive. I'd come back for another special cocktail . The 'Get Figgy With It' special martini is maybe one of the best martinis I've ever tried. I'd one hundred percent get it again. Thanks Bricco, thanks Sasha ( we came together- he's a man..) ! read more

Restaurant Bricco - Get Figgy With It - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

Restaurant Bricco has been a personal and family favorite for a long time. I have made countless visits over the years, including another remarkable one last night. There is a reason it has survived and thrived for 30 years in the extremely competitive West Hartford dining scene. I find it to be one of the most comfortable spaces to be in. It's warm and not overly crowded, tables are well spaced. Toned down lighting without being dark. Just perfect. Always professional, friendly, helpful service. You're never rushed, courses come out gradually to ensure time to finish the previous without the experience dragging on, though. The penne alla vodka is like a "last supper" or "best thing I ever ate" candidate for me. I love it. Yesterday I tried some dishes, however, that rotate off the menu and I wanted to be sure to try while they were there. I had the octopus carpaccio and eggplant parm. I love octopus and this was executed beautifully. Tender, simply dressed with olive oil and paprika, and paired perfectly with a crisp salad. The eggplant parm was to die for. A large layered brick with generous cheese, while avoiding being overly heavy or the slightest bit greasy. It was a traditional egg batter versus a heavy/oily breading or crumb. I was with my sister and she ordered the arancini bolognese and the chicken parm. Again, generous portions (a guarantee here) . The chicken parm was served with homemade cavatelli, which I did taste and it was masterful. I cannot rave about Bricco enough. I will always highly recommend and regard it as one of my favorite restaurants. It's a must try if you (somehow) have not yet! read more

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We made reservations for 5:45 for three people, and we were seated right away. The wine recommendation was perfect. We started with the new pork belly appetizer, which was recommended by a friend and was delicious and shareable. My partner ordered the pork ribs, and I had the sweet potato raviolis. Both were incredible. The pork meal was a generous portion. For dessert, we shared the Affogato and the crème brûlée. Excellent service, a great atmosphere, and fantastic food. We will definitely be back. read more

Restaurant Bricco - Pork ribs - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

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Make a reservation! This place is popular and fills up fast and it became very clear, very quickly, why. The food here is out of this world good. I really don't think there's anything else I need to say. The food is DAMN good and is garnished by the incredible staff and accented by the amazing ambiance. We ordered a drink, two dinners and a dessert. I've never had pizza so good. Genuinely, the pizza blew our minds. Their nduja pork will change your life forever, make sure you try a pizza with that on it! They house their own pastry chef, as well, so theres no better place to try a decadent dessert! You have to come here! You will not regret it! read more

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Food was fantastic! Very traditional Italian. Lots of pasta options and tasted very fresh. We went here on a week day Wednesday evening for dinner and the earliest reservation they had was 7:30. We were meeting people who we hadn't seen in a while so it was super nice to catch up. One person at our table was done eating and I was still eating and they took the plate away from me while I had a fork full of food in my mouth. Great food and you get a very cozy Italian ambiance but do not go if you want to spend hours drinking and catching up with people as they are pushy to get groups in and out. They also take Togo orders and many people called in pasta for pick up. read more

Restaurant Bricco - Cannoli - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

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We had a chicken classic parmigiana (it came with a side salad), meatball and Nutella pie for dessert. All were absolutely delicious. The service was great too. read more

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Our server was impeccable. Very attentive and pleasant. The food was not as good as it has been on previous visits. The vinegar on the grilled artichokes was very heavy handed, taking away from the brightness of the dish. The pesto in the Trofie Alla Portofino was completely lacking in flavor. While the shrimp were cooked nicely, they also lacked any flavor. Overall the dish was very flat and one note. Linguine with crab was seriously lacking in seasoning. It's as if the kitchen ran out of salt. It's a distance for us to dine here and it was disappointing for a birthday dinner. Won't make the trip again anytime soon. read more

You know an establishment is going to be amazing when its doors have been open for over 30 years! We were given a long list of cocktails and beverages and all the drinks we ordered were spectacular. The apple cider sangria was perfectly made! All the dishes we ordered were amazing but the standout ones were the free range chicken, the scallops and the arancinis. This chicken is one of the best I've had in a long time, a must order! A really cozy and classy restaurant for a family dinner or a date night! Would definitely recommend and recommend making reservations as the restaurant gets pretty packed. read more

Restaurant Bricco - Wood Oven Roasted Free Range Chicken - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

It had been a while since I had been to Restaurant Bricco but after they won the 2024 Hartford County Crazies award AND I was in charge of choosing a restaurant for lunch I decided this would be a good time to dip my toe back. On a Monday before Christmas they were packed! And even with a reservation we still had to wait 15 minutes for a table to clear. They were also doing a brisk take out business (note to self). Once seated we were well taken care of - from the fresh bread that was brought out to the attentiveness of the waitstaff we had a wonderful time. I had forgotten the somewhat open kitchen concept and loved watching the staff slinging pies. We ened up not getting a pie (note to self for the next time I visit) BUT we did get the amazing salads pictued and a burrata appetizer to share. All of this was the perfect amount of food for us and we even had a bit of leftover burrata (that of coure i brought home). Will definatey have to head back for dinner and a pie further investigation. read more

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I have been here 4 or 5 times this year and it is always a great experience. Food is excellent, drinks are really good and the service has always been very attentive no matter how busy it is. Bricco is my go to spot if I want to splurge on dinner and have a good night. read more

Tuesday evening. Back in my hometown of West Hartford for an appointment . Walked around the block in West Hartford center. So many amazing looking restaurants! I've been to several, but never Bricco. It was early - 5:30ish. We didn't have reservations (why would we have reservations early on a Tuesday night?). They sat us at a nice table, but I asked if we could be moved to a booth where it would be more comfortable. Those were all spoken for by folks who had made reservations. Hmmm. About 2 minutes later, the hostess came over & asked if we'd like to move to a booth as the person with a reservation was running late. So nice!! I need to talk about the interior- beautiful! Classy. I think they said it was redone in February. A couple of pieces of ciabatta were brought over. I had a glass of the house Merlot - nice & smooth. We split a caesar salad - they split it for us. Delicious. I could even taste some lemon in it. We also split a pizza. Enough for 2, especially with a salad first. Pretty good. Not heavy on the cheese, crispy crust. I looked at the dessert menu, however I was too full. I have a weakness for crème brûlée, so I definitely have to come back. read more

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Always love coming here as one of our fav Italian restaurants and it never disappoints. Great quick service and beautiful atmosphere as always. Had lunch with family and enjoyed dishes as well as split. Everything was delicious but really did enjoy the fig pie and the ragu. All of it is always of great quality- strongly recommend for all read more

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We came here for an anniversary meal and it was phenomenal. The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the scallops. They were perfectly seared and paired with a velvety butternut purée that tasted like autumn on a plate. The dish was finished off with a savory bacon onion jus that added depth and richness to every bite--easily the best entrée I've had in a long time. We also ordered the meatballs. The flavor was traditional but elevated, with a perfect balance of cheese and homemade sauce. The texture was spot-on--moist and tender without being too heavy. We also got to enjoy half-priced bottles of wine. The wine list had a great selection, and we found the perfect bottle to complement our dishes. All in all, this Italian gem is a must-visit. The combination of top-notch food, excellent wine deals, and a welcoming atmosphere made for a fantastic evening. read more

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I went here with my friend and really enjoyed this spot. I tried the fig and pecan pasta and it had Amazing flavor. It was so delicious. Highly recommen ded . I loved the outdoor seating area too it was really nice and the restaurant staff was great and attentive as well. They had quite a few pasta and pizza options. read more

Restaurant Bricco - Fig ricotta pasta - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

Let me start off by saying they have my favorite espresso martini in CT! Food wise, everything is consistently so good - I try something new every time I go but my favorite was their seasonal pumpkin ravioli they had a few months ago (pictured) or their carbonara. I love how their menu changes so there's always something new to try! One of my favorite Italian places in the area especially for a date or girls night read more

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Went to bricco for lunch with some friends on Sunday . This is my third time at bricco and I LOVE it . The food is always amazing , I know no matter what I get it will be delicious!!! The restaurant is in the center of west hartford , perfect location close to a lot of restaurants and lovely area to walk around after a good meal . It was pretty busy for 1 pm , but we had a reservation so highly recommend to have one to ensure you get a table. Our waiter was amazing always coming in to check on us .. even though they were busy we never felt like we had to grab our servers attention, he always checked in on us regularly. To start I got the sangria ( as always it's my favourite go to ) and it was fantastic . The house bread is AMAZING , I love the focaccia bread is so soft and fluffy topped with parmesan cheese is just perfection (we ordered two rounds of bread) . We got the whipped ricotta as an appetizer .. and this is a Fan favourite ... it is gone as soon as it gets to the table and great for Sharing (highly recommend trying) . Next we got the cacio E Pepe pizza .. and it was delicious. The pizza consits of truffle, mozzarella, basil , evoo , fontina and black pepper . I highly recommend bricco pizza you will not be disappointed nice thin crust with perfectly charred to add nice crisp and smoky flavour ! We also got their house made gnocchi ... which is my favourite we ordered this dish every time because the fresh made pasta and delicious flavour keeps brining me back and hard not to order it again and again! Our friends also got the toscono salad with shrimp and was amazing , very fresh ingredients and delicious for a salad and shrimp cooked beautifully. 10/10 stars I can't wait to go back and try more dishes . Perfect place to catch up with friends and share dishes so u can try a little of everything! Highly recommend if you have not tried it yet read more

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A group of six of us came for a birthday lunch. We had a great meal and the service was great' We ordered: Apps: Meatballs. Very gooood. Fried calamari Whipped ricotta Dinners were. Chicken parmigiana (2) Penne ala vodka with chicken Chicken Milanese (2) Burger with fries. ( the biggest burger I've seen) Dessert: Butterscotch pudding with caramelized bananas Nutella pie Hot fudge sundae No complaints from anyone. We all really enjoyed our meals and desserts Would def recommend! read more

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Service and foods always good and constant, good wine collection its a plus ,especially half price bottle on Monday its a plus too. read more

Restaurant Bricco - Tuna salad - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

It's been a while since I've been to Bricco, and let me tell you, it did NOT disappoint! The atmosphere indoors and out is beautiful, comfortable and classy, and its patrons better dressed than at most Italian restaurants. The staff are so well trained, then tend to tour every need, so not rush or pester you. We started with an assortment of appetizers and then a second platter of their grilled artichokes (sooo good!). You seriously need to order the grilled artichokes! ~~~~~~~~ I forgot to finish this review and no longer remember what else we ordered. I can tell you there were 8 of us. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered and the service was fantastic. You can't go wrong choosing Bricco! read more

Arrived for our 6:30 res at 6:20. Waited until 6:40 to be seated at our table that was avail at 6:20. Ordered some wine and we were immediately asked if we were ready to order. We asked for a little more time to chat with our guests whom we hadn't seen in nearly a year. Not long after, the server was back asking if we were ready to order. Please give us a few more minutes. He was back in about 2-3 minutes. Are you ready now? So we placed our orders. The food was Bricco quality!! We were done in about 65 minutes, in and out. Very disappointed in the hurried service to the point where I questioned why would I go back, great food not withstanding. Mr Billy Grant, we are interested in a total dining experience. Please fix this. Thanks very much. read more

Great drinks , great service, not too loud , very, very busy . Omg and the food delicious!!!! All were happy and content ! I got the blood orange margarita the pomegranate one and veal gnocchi. We ended with splitting the sticky toffee which was good but ould have been a bit more moist... loved that it came with ice cream. read more

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The food was astonishing, the atmosphere was there. The service is to the T. this resturant is one our family will return time and time again! read more

In town for a college tour for Trinity. The coach recommended Bricco. Nice place in West Hartford the whole area was nice. The service was prompt and quick. The only issue was the server never introduced himself and was straight to the point but he was good. We had the fried rhode island calamari with the cherry peppers very good. My wife had chicken milanese with the salad. She really enjoyed it i had a bite it was tasty. I had the wood oven baked rigatoni it came steaming hot and was also good. our whole experience was nice and good would be back if our son attends Trinity... read more

One of my favorite restaurants and always soooo goooood! They adjust their menu for the season but always seem to have my favorite appetizer - OCTOPUS "CARPACCIO" - it is an absolute must have every time I go. Overall very clean restaurant, food is always fresh, and staff is friendly. It's a nicer place with linens on the table, and although I have seen people go in more casual attire (jeans) it is definitely a place that is more suited to at least business casual. Definitely a great date night spot. read more

Restaurant Bricco - Octopus "Carpaccio" - Italian Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

"I will try every day Do my best, are you impressed?" (Charli XCX) Hell yes. Restaurant Bricco sure impressed me a lot. We walked in a week ago to make reservation for four on the evening of November 24. What we actually did was put our name on a "Call Ahead" preferred list, because Bricco doesn't accept reservations in the conventional manner. Well, when our party of four arrived at our designated time of 5:30, we were seated right away and didn't have to wait at all. When we walked in, I saw the bar was jam packed. By 5:45, the entire restaurant was jam packed. Our table was in the back dining room, with a great look into their open kitchen, so it was fun to see the black-clad Team Bricco swarming around taking care of everyone. Adam (our server) introduced himself, offered us water and brought out a complimentary bread basket. I gotta tell you -the bread was amazing -super soft and pillowy, and a sprinkle of oil and black pepper made mine a great way to start the meal. Three of us ordered cocktails from their seasonal menu - a Bricco Espresso-Tini ($15), an Apple Cider Sangria ($13), and an Oak Aged Old Fashioned ($15). The martini was mine and it had a great coffee taste. I mooched a sip of my wife's sangria and was surprised at how powerful it was. Definitely one of the strongest sangrias I remember tasting. We went all over their broad menu for dinner - two pastas, a pizza, and a salad. My choice was Housemade Squid Ink Cavetelli ($29) with "shrimp, calamari, scungilli, arrabiata, nduja pork, capers, & green olives". It was delicious. The pasta was perfect, the three big shrimps were amazing, and the mixed seafood and spicy sauce all combined for a terrific meal. All four of us loved our drinks and food, and Adam provided frequent check backs and water refills. He was excellent. Bricco treated us very well, and our $148 dinner of four entrees and three cocktails was well worth every penny. Bricco gets five stars easily. read more

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These are one of those, " I think I just died and went to HEAVEN" spots. I am in town visiting on business and I am grateful for the recommendation to check out the best restaurant in West Hartford. Thank you to the owner, Billy, who has the kindest demeanor and you can tell has pour LOVE into creating an inviting atmosphere with superb service. Thank you to Bar Lead "Bea", and all the staff that made this a fantastic first experience. Now let's talk about the food... get lost in the freshness, the flavors, and the gorgeous presentation. I went from cocktails to desserts with out skipping a beat and my taste bud were impressed by the butter soft breads, the well dressed salads, the al dente pastas, and the perfectly balanced brickoven fired pizzas. I was on a mission to have a great cannoli before leaving CT and mission accomplished as my mouth curled into a smile after every bite. The seal of approval came has I did my happy dance through to meal. IYKYK heck yeah, I will be back. read more

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