La Rustica
Seattle, WA 98116
Phone: (206) 932-3020
- Price:
- $$
- Specialties:
- Italian Food, Waterfront Dining
- Hours:
- Tue-Sun 5pm-10pm
Editorial Review for La Rustica – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
A hidden find, La Rustica is tucked into a residential neighborhood overlooking Puget Sound. The menu is loaded with interesting possibilities, including spaghetti with garlic, mustard greens, chicken breast and chili peppers. Lamb shank--slow-braised with olive oil, rosemary and balsamic vinegar--is a specialty. The gnocchi con salsiccia nostra are rich dumplings (made creamy with ricotta) in tomato sauce with Italian sausage and Romano. Dessert options include chocolate decadence--a bittersweet spin on creme brulee.
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Insider Tips
When to GoFor an intimate date-worthy experience, show up early (5pm) or late (9pm). You'll avoid the crush, but be aware that latecomers may miss out on popular specials.
User Reviews for La Rustica
04/28/2008 Posted by Seattle00
I've been frequenting La Rustica for a few years now and both my wife and I highly recommend it to all of our friends. The service is excellent, but the food is the reason to come back. For years i was sold on their house speciality, Lamb Shank, but recently have been taking advantage of the fish of the day. Last visit i had a mouth watering black cod (not to mention a good portion) that was cooked to perfection. My wife, as always, order the riccotta gnocchi with house made sausage. The newly added wild boar dish is also a reason to stop in. Judging by the reviews, it seems most would agree with us, with the exception of the salt critics. However, last summer while my wife and i were seated by the window overlooking the water, i noticed they had removed the salt and pepper shakers off the tables. I asked the waitress if they had forgotten to set them out...she laughed and said, "no, we removed them off, and haven't had a complaint about the food ever since". Keep up the good work La Rustica, we can not wait till summer when the deck opens up!
Pros: The food!
Cons: noisy during peak hours
04/16/2008 Posted by jbarr78
This is the cutest little Italian restaurant! We went there for the first time last Sunday, and when I say "little" I mean LITTLE!!! Make sure that you go right when they open or later at around 9:00 or you most likely won't get a seat for awhile! ( But it would be definitely worth the wait!) Definitely try the gnocchi, and save room for the chocolate creme brule!!!! I have never had a dessert so delicious in my life! And the cappuccino is almost as good as they serve in Italy! I can't wait to go back again and again!!!
Pros: chocolate creme brule!!! cappuccino's, owner very friendly! good service!
Cons: street parking only, no reservations for parties under 6 people.
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