Costicine Di Agnello
$17.00Tender grilled lamb chops drizzled with aged balsamic glaze, served alongside golden roasted potatoes.
Tender grilled lamb chops drizzled with aged balsamic glaze, served alongside golden roasted potatoes.
Smoky grilled eggplant slices layered with creamy goat cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Crispy crab cakes paired with tender sautéed mushrooms and tangy capers.
Succulent shrimp scampi sautéed with aromatic garlic, herbs, and extra virgin olive oil.
Delicately sliced octopus served over fresh arugula, capped with tangy capers and a lemon drizzle.
Tender calamari slow-simmered in a rich tomato sauce with olives and capers.
Fresh mussels sautéed with garlic and aromatic Tocai white wine broth.
Selection of house-marinated Mediterranean olives paired with rich feta cheese cubes.
Creamy warm mozzarella wrapped in savory prosciutto and served over crisp radicchio.
Savory beef meatballs simmered slowly in a rich, traditional Italian tomato sauce.
Toasted artisanal bread topped with earthy sautéed mushrooms and melted Montasio cheese.
Warm herbed goat cheese resting in a rich, savory tomato sauce.
Classic Italian spaghetti tossed with house-made beef meatballs and rich marinara sauce.
Hand-rolled potato gnocchi baked in vibrant tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
Slow-baked mac and cheese infused with fragrant black truffle carpaccio.
Orecchiette pasta tossed with savory Italian sausage, garlic, and sautéed broccoli rabe.
Decadent lobster ravioli served in a smooth, creamy pink vodka sauce.
Penne pasta tossed in fresh basil pesto, tender artichokes, and aged parmesan.
Linguine pasta tossed with fresh sweet clams, garlic, white wine, and parsley.
Rigatoni pasta paired with spicy grilled shrimp in a light garlic tomato sauce.
Fettuccine ribbon pasta tossed with wild mushrooms and aromatic white truffle oil.
Tagliatelle pasta smothered in a slow-simmered, traditional meat Bolognese sauce.
Fresh sliced mango over crisp arugula, accompanied by warm breaded goat cheese.
Creamy imported Burrata cheese paired with sweet heirloom tomatoes and San Daniele prosciutto.
Arborio rice cooked with wild mushrooms, aged parmesan cheese, and aromatic white truffle oil.
Juicy grilled skirt steak served with sautéed broccoli rabe and crispy roasted potatoes.
An abundant board of artisanal cured meats and imported Italian cheeses.
Fresh yellowfin tuna tartare sitting atop a smooth avocado purée.
Layers of tender pasta, savory meat ragù, creamy bechamel, and melted parmesan cheese.
Tender potato gnocchi tossed in black truffle oil and freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Warm charred octopus tentacle served over a crisp seasoned salad.
Pan-seared Branzino filet paired with smooth mashed potatoes, spinach, and lemon caper sauce.
Crumbled feta, olives, sweet peppers, cucumber, tomatoes, and arugula tossed in olive oil.
Fresh market greens paired with sweet organic pear slices and aged balsamic dressing.
Nutritious organic kale tossed with shaved pecorino, red onions, crunchy almonds, and lemon dressing.
Crisp wild arugula topped with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano and drizzled with balsamic vinegar.
Classic Niçoise salad featuring tender tuna, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and fresh salad greens.
Earthy roasted red beets served with creamy herbed goat cheese and toasted sesame seeds.
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with classic Caesar dressing, parmesan, garlic, and savory anchovies.
Creamy buffalo mozzarella paired with sweet heirloom tomato slices and fresh basil leaves.
Thinly sliced, aged Italian dry-cured ham known for its delicate savory flavor.
Lean, air-dried Italian salted beef delicately sliced and drizzled with olive oil.
Traditional Italian dry salami crafted with fragrant herbs and black peppercorns.
Silky Italian pork sausage lightly seasoned with whole black peppercorns.
Semisoft, washed-rind smear-ripened Italian cheese with a rich, buttery aroma.
Soft-ripened Italian cheese crafted with a smooth, velvety texture.
Aged hard Italian granular cheese offering a deep, nutty flavor profile.
Classic Italian blue cheese with rich veinings and a sharp, creamy texture.
Oven-roasted potato wedges tossed with fresh rosemary and extra virgin olive oil.
Creamy mashed potatoes infused with earthy black truffle oil.
Sautéed broccoli rabe cooked with garlic and olive oil.
Tender baby spinach sautéed with fragrant garlic and olive oil.
Sweet oven-roasted red beets diced and seasoned to perfection.
Crisp French green beans sautéed in olive oil with minced garlic.
Classic Italian dessert featuring espresso-soaked ladyfingers, velvety mascarpone cream, and cocoa powder.
Light, velvety ricotta cheesecake topped with fresh ripe strawberry slices.
Decadent flourless warm chocolate cake with a molten center, served with crème anglaise.
Smooth vodka blended with spicy ginger beer and fresh lime juice.
American whiskey stirred with sugar, Angostura bitters, and an orange twist.
Bourbon whiskey muddled with fresh mint leaves, lime juice, and simple syrup over crushed ice.
Scotch whiskey combined with sweet vermouth and Angostura bitters.
Refreshing rum cocktail muddled with mint leaves, lime juice, simple syrup, and topped with soda water.
Savory cocktail of Ketel One vodka, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, and a dash of Tabasco.
Classic cocktail crafted with gin, fresh lemon juice, egg white, and simple syrup topped with soda.
Crisp combination of dry gin, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.
Gosling's Black Rum stirred with spicy ginger beer and fresh lime juice.
Rye whiskey infused with absinthe, sugar, and Peychaud's bitters.
Classic carbonated ginger ale with a crisp ginger bite.
Premium Italian natural still mineral water (750ml).
Crisp, sparkling Italian mineral water (750ml).
Zero-calorie crisp cola beverage.
Refreshing lemon-lime flavored carbonated soda.
Classic refreshing sparkling cola beverage.
Crisp and refreshing white wine with bright citrus and floral notes (750ml).
Light-bodied Italian white wine with crisp apple and mineral notes (750ml).
Medium-bodied Italian red wine with ripe red berry aromas and smooth tannins (750ml).
Rich and elegant Tuscan red wine featuring deep cherry and earthy oak flavors (750ml).
Platter of crispy crab and shrimp cakes served with tangy capers and sautéed mushrooms.
Generous platter of tender grilled lamb chops tossed in balsamic vinegar sauce and served with roasted potatoes.
Large tray of slow-baked mac and cheese topped with fragrant black truffle carpaccio shavings.
Classic party platter of spaghetti tossed in marinara sauce with savory Italian beef meatballs.
Large salad tray of classic Caesar salad with parmesan, croutons, and anchovy dressing.
Nestled in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen on West 51st Street, Briciola captures the vibrant, intimate spirit of a traditional Venetian bacaro. Renowned for its focus on cicchetti—Venetian small plates crafted for sharing—alongside hand-rolled pastas and robust Italian wines, this cozy neighborhood enclave offers an authentic taste of Italy away from midtown's frenetic pace.
Stepping into Briciola reveals a rustic, romantic sanctuary characterized by exposed dark wood, ambient string lighting, and extensive wine shelves lining the walls. Seating features a distinctive communal counter and cozy bar stool arrangements indoors, flanked by a covered outdoor patio ideal for lingering over a glass of Montepulciano. The energetic, welcoming service team creates an atmosphere where diners are greeted like long-time friends, whether stopping in after a Broadway matinee on 52nd Street or settling down for a celebratory dinner.
Briciola delivers remarkable value within Manhattan’s dining landscape. Small-plate cicchetti are uniformly priced at $17, making multi-course grazing effortless, while generous pasta portions anchor the menu at an approachable $19. Daily specials like pan-seared Branzino ($27) and charcoal-grilled skirt steak ($31) expand the menu into heavier territory, while standalone selections of imported salumi ($10) and aged formaggi ($9) allow guests to curate bespoke charcuterie boards suited to any budget.
The menu naturally accommodates dietary preferences with a wide selection of gluten-free options—including octopus carpaccio, grilled meats, and rich risottos—alongside hearty vegetarian dishes like baked gnocchi, truffle mac and cheese, and herbed goat cheese crostini. Given the intimate communal seating layout, reservations are highly recommended for peak evening hours, though the quiet outdoor patio offers a relaxed walk-in haven for afternoon lunches and early pre-theater dining.
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Briciola operates as a Venetian-style wine bar focused on cicchetti (small plates priced at $17) alongside full pasta dishes ($19) and daily chef specials. Ordering 2 to 3 small plates to share per person followed by a main pasta or meat dish is the ideal approach to sample the full breadth of the menu.
Yes, Briciola offers extensive gluten-free options including Costicine Di Agnello (grilled lamb chops with roasted potatoes), Polpo Carpaccio, Mushroom Risotto, and pan-seared Branzino. Vegetarians can enjoy items like Gnocchi Sorrentina, Melanzane E Caprino, Maccheroni Al Tartufo, and a variety of herbed cheeses and salads.
Briciola offers individual portions of cured Italian meats (Prosciutto, Bresaola, Soppressata, Mortadella) for $10 each, and imported cheeses (Taleggio, Robiola, Gorgonzola, Parmigiano Reggiano) for $9 each. You can also order the complete Piatti Di Salumi E Formaggi board for $36.
Yes, Briciola provides dedicated catering platters designed to serve 8–10 guests. Options include Catering Maccheroni Al Tartufo ($104), Catering Grilled Lamb Chops ($120), Catering Crab & Shrimp Cakes ($108), and Catering Spaghetti & Meatballs ($104).
The indoor dining room features an intimate layout with communal counter seating on bar stools surrounded by floor-to-ceiling wine displays, as well as a covered outdoor patio decorated with string lights. Because indoor space is cozy and fills quickly, reservations are recommended for peak evening hours.
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