RustiCucina
RustiCucina
Burrata, breadcrumbs, crostini & spicy pomodoro sauce. Vegetarian.
Paprika, Parmigiano & fresh herbs.
Fig jam, burrata and prosciutto.
Chef's selection of meat, cheese and jam.
Mozzarella, besciamella & creamy pomodoro sauce.
Crab meat, breadcrumbs & fresh herbs.
Rice, peas, mozzarella & Bolognese sauce.
Chef selection of charcuterie.
Soft polenta, topped with Bolognese and shaved Parmesan.
Thick and creamy soup.
Hearts of romaine, shaved Parmigiano, garlic crostini and Caesar dressing.
Mixed greens, tomato and Italian dressing. Vegetarian and gluten free.
Arugala, burrata and roasted heirloom tomato.
Raisins & pomegranate-orange dressing.
Hearts of romaine, shaved parmigiano, garlic crosstini and Ceasar dressing.
Mixed greens, cherry tomato and Italian dressing.
Butter lettuce, charred corn, heirloom tomato, red onion, goat cheese, crispy bacon, grilled baguette, and chipotle dressing.
Dry aged meatball, pomodoro sauce and Parmesan cheese.
Pecorino and fresh black pepper.
Peas and vodka creamy sauce.
Seasonal vegetables and pomodoro sauce.
Mascarpone, crispy prosciutto, fig jam & fresh spinach flatbread.
Sausage, pepperoni, crispy bacon, mozzarella & fresh tomato flatbread.
Tomato sauce, mozzarella & basil pizza.
Seasonal vegetables mozzarella and tomato sauce pizza.
Pepperoni, mozzarella, parmesan and pomodoro sauce.
Pepperoni, bacon, sausage, mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce.
Seasonal vegetables, vegan mozzarella and tomato sauce.
Tomato sauce, burrata and prosciutto arugula pizza.
Mozzarella, pistacchio, mortadela and arugala flatbread.
Spaghetti & pomodoro sauce.
Spaghetti & pomodoro sauce.
Sauteed spinach and pesto chardonnay cream sauce. Gluten free.
32-day dry-aged, truffle fries & porcini cream sauce. Gluten free.
Bolognese, besciamella and mozzarella.
Pesto creamy sauce.
Butter sage sauce.
Butter marsala wine sauce and mushrooms.
Pan-seared, vegetables and chardonnay honey mustard cream sauce.
Lobster meat, besciamella, mozzarella & lobster bisque sauce.
Slow-braised lamb shank, soft polenta & red wine reduction.
Bacon and figs.
Dill sauce and pomegranate. Gluten-free. Vegan.
Serves 4. Starter: Ceasar salad - Hearts of romaine, shaved parmigiano, garlic crostini and Ceasar dressing. Entree: Penne with creamy vodka sauce. Dessert: Cannoli.
Serves 4. Dessert: Limoncello sponge cake.
Vegan. Buttermilk pancake, cannoli cream, candied fruit, crispy cannoli shell, and chocolate chips.
Vegetarian.
Vegetarian.
Fried chicken wings, crispy leeks, sweet, and salty peppercorn syrup.
Vegetarian. Pistachio, vanilla, and chocolate ice cream, caramelized hazelnuts, Nutella, and cannoli shell.
Vegetarian. Topped with Nutella and pistachios.
Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan. Served with fresh berries.
English muffin, poached eggs, Italian sausage, roasted eggplant, roasted bell pepper, and hollandaise.
English muffin, poached eggs, avocado, capers, and paprika hollandaise.
Smoked salmon, mascarpone, goat cheese, fig jam, and over easy eggs.
Crispy bacon, Italian sausage, pepperoni, and mozzarella.
Shredded lamb shank, caramelized onion, and goat cheese.
Vegetarian. Vegan. Spinach, zucchini, bell pepper, and vegan cheese.
Scrambled eggs, bacon, and Italian sausage.
Salami, prosciutto, mortadella, mozzarella, black olives, and lettuce.
Vegetarian. Tomato, arugula, mozzarella, and pesto.
Vegetarian. Eggplant, mozzarella, basil, and tomato sauce.
Salami, prosciutto, mortadella, mozzarella, black olives, and lettuce.
Vegetarian. Tomato, arugula, mozzarella, and pesto.
Vegetarian. Eggplant, mozzarella, basil, and tomato sauce.
One pound Angus beef patty, crispy bacon, eggplant, balsamic caramelized onion, and Parmigiano. served with fries.
Smoked pork belly, provolone, caramelized onion, butter lettuce, and chipotle sauce.
Risotto clams, mussels, calamari, mixed white fish, arborio risotto, peas, and saffron sauce.
Vegetarian. Caprese burrata, Parmigiano, pesto, and fresh pomodoro sauce.
Vegetarian. Gouda, blue cheese, pecorino, mozzarella, and creamy alfredo sauce.
Red onion, bacon, roasted heirloom tomato sauce, and fresh basil.
Vegetarian. Riccotta, Parmigiano, and pomodoro sauce.
Mozzarella, besciamella, and creamy pomodoro sauce.
Pecorino Romano and red wine reduction.
Dry-aged meatball, pecorino, and fresh pomodoro sauce.
Veal pork and beef ragu.
Gnocchi, pecorino, and fresh black pepper.
Roasted bone marrow, mascarpone, and cream.
Beet puree, fresh uni, crispy prosciutto, and Parmigiano.
Gluten-free. Roasted airline chicken, baby carrots, rosemary, mashed potatoes, and garlic-lemon butter sauce.
Slow-braised lamb shank, wasabi mashed potatoes, and red wine reduction.
Milanese breaded pork chop, burrata, arugula, and fig jam.
Gluten-free. Clams, mussels, shrimp, white mixed fish, and lobster broth.
Pistachio pesto, mozzarella, burrata, mortadella, and fresh pistachio.
Mascarpone, crispy prosciutto, fig jam, and fresh spinach.
Sausage, pepperoni, crispy bacon, mozzarella, and fresh tomato.
Vegan. Crispy basil, lemon zest, and extra virgin olive oil.
Vegan. Chopped eggplant, vegan mozzarella, and roasted heirloom tomato sauce.
Vegan. Gluten-free. Gluten-free crust, grilled eggplant, zucchini, red onion, bell pepper, cherry tomato, and vegan mozzarella.
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Sarah M.
Jul 26, 2024
The food was excellent! So glad we found this spot. Service was ok. Best to make a reservation!
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Brian C.
Jul 22, 2024
It turns out the best Italian food in San Diego isn't in Little Italy, after all. This has become my new go-to for a hearty Italian meal, even if it's a bit pricier than its peers. The ricotta-stuffed gnocchi (in vodka sauce) and spaghetti cacio e pepe were S-tier. Perfectly al dente and generously portioned.We stopped by for an earlier dinner (5:30pm) on a Friday and were seated outside with no wait for a table. The menu is built around the create your own pasta dishes, allowing you to customize with about 8 different shapes and 5 sauces - there are only a few standard dishes (like lasagna, chicken parm). They also offer a cheese wheel pasta (the specific dish changes by the day). This is not your typical food truck / fair cheese wheel pasta - it'll run you $35-$40 but it's an event, prepared tableside with a giant block of aged cheese and a blowtorch. It's good, but personally I'd say the create your own pasta and traditional menu options are better. There was no free bread with the meal, but the food was so good, I didn't even care.All in all a great meal with attentive service. I'd say it's more of an "occasion" spot than a restaurant to hit up on a weekly basis, but as far as Italian goes I couldn't recommend it enough.
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Anne H.
Jul 21, 2024
Not sure why we haven't been here before. We loved to be able to pick the pasta and the sauce. We ordered the Cacio e Pepe, wild boar, eggplant and carbonara. lol the dishes were delicious. The only criticism I have is with the carbonara. I think that the meat could have been slightly more crispy. The restaurant is decorated well and the service was wonderful. Everyone was very friendly. Although I appreciated the smaller menu choices as it kept items fresh, I'm not sure that there is something for everyone. Our friends were a disappointed with the salads they had and I think it definitely is a restaurant for a bit more discerning palate. We enjoyed it as a special occasion restaurant.
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Sue Z.
Jun 25, 2024
Why haven't I heard about this place sooner?! Happy hour is from 4-5pm and definitely one of the bestttt happy hours in town. I stumbled upon here with my boyfriend as we were in the area and wanted a quick bite/drink before hitting the gym. There were plenty of meter parking when we arrived at 4:15pm and scored a spot literally steps away from the restaurant. We didn't have a reservation but there were only 2 other parties at the restaurant so we were immediately seated. Both outdoor and indoor seating was available and this can be a cute date spot for sure ! What we ordered from the happy hour menu:- Cocktails (Pornodivo, Rustic smash, Rustitini, Spice up your life): All good and refreshing but the most memorable one was definitely the Pornodivo. Slightly sweet and tart from the passion fruit puree, served with a shot of Prosecco. - Meatballs: Tender and cooked perfectly, the sauce it came with was perfect to dip our bread in. - Calamari: Lightly fried and came with 2 dipping sauces (marinara and chipotle)- Fried zucchini blossoms stuffed with ricotta: I've had this dish at many restaurants before but this was definitely my favorite. They serve it with fig jam and that hint of sweetness mixed with the melted cheese when you bite into it works soo well together.Also free garlic bread when you check in on Yelp! I wished I had more stomach space but I'll definitely be back to try the build your own pasta and fried burrata!
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Marie J.
Aug 14, 2024
This is the second time we tried this restaurant. I enjoyed it the first time and it was busy and the waitress was excellent. The second time, it was a slower night. The service was still excellent, and the bartender made a mean Lemon Drop Martini. Like I like it- ice crystals and all. The calamari was disappointing. It was well-fried but lacked flavor. My husband loved his dish of rigatoni, and my dish was not memorable because, honestly, I don't remember what I ate. The only thing I am left with is the impression that it was okay. We got a free order of garlic bread because of our friends at Yelp with their check-in treats. The bread was tastier the first time we got it. This time, the cheese was not melted; it was more like toast with shredded cheese sprinkled on top. I would not order it again. The place is large, with plenty of seating inside and out.
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Michael L.
Aug 2, 2024
I had an awesome time at dinner here. The ambiance is nice, pretty busy for a Saturday night and the menu is pretty limited. However, with a limited menu they still sure have perfected their pasta. I think the options here are way better than the truffle restaurant down the street. We got the red bolognaese and a pesto dish. The portions are a bit smaller so I would say get a personal dish and share with your guest. I would definitely return!
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Joyce L.
Jun 6, 2024
We stopped by on a late-afternoon Mother's Day and were unfortunately locked into their set menu. Overall unimpressed by the pasta dishes. My rigatoni pasta was mushy, my husband's paccheri pasta was too al dente. Talk about Goldie lock situation! But when you're paying $30+ for a dish, you're expecting quality food. Their cocktails were solid though!With all the many other Italian restaurants throughout San Diego, probably would not come back again.
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John K.
May 13, 2024
The best Italian food I've had in restaurants, the superb service, and just delicious fresh ingredients. My friend and I went during happy hour, paid a total of $40 for four beers, two entrees, two appetizers, and a cake!! Wow, I would return in a heartbeat if I was local.There's indoor and outdoor seating and plenty of it, great relaxing atmosphere.
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Valeria C.
Jul 26, 2024
Marcello was really nice, excellent costumer service, I ordered a salmon and it was delicious, i loved my drink.. everything was perfect.
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Jessica
Jul 26, 2024
Marcello was awesome! Ambiance was excellent and some delicious drinks as well. Will come back.
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