I was really excited when Bricco came to Kent. I was expecting a high(er)-end addition to the established bar scene. I love the decor, and having a patio is always a bonus. Plus, the staff are usually pretty good, even on busy nights.
But the food just doesn't measure up. The pizza is mediocre and overpriced, and the appetizers are inconsistent. On the one hand, I've enjoyed the risotto balls and the crab cake appetizers. But on the other, I tried the goat cheese with marinara appetizer, and there was no cheese to be found - just a bowl of spicy marinara sauce with fried bread for dipping. And that's not the only dish I've been disappointed by.
Their drink menu is pretty extensive and decently-priced, and like I said, I've enjoyed the patio and bar area when I've visited. But I'll probably stick to what I know is ok if I end up at Bricco again - the food is too unreliable to risk trying something new.