Rustico Italiano - Lake Worth Beach

I had my first meal at this restaurant tonight (Sunday, around 6 PM) and it was a delightful experience. The service was excellent and very attentive. The food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the Gnocchi alla Vodka, and the gnocchi was incredibly light and melted in my mouth. The sauce was flavorful and perfectly balanced between sweet, tangy, and creamy. We also tried the Raviola Vegetale, which was just as light and tasty. Overall, the experience was amazing and I’d love to come back. While some may consider the ravioli portions a bit small for the price, we felt that the freshness of the ingredients and the skillful preparation made it a fair trade-off. Neither of us left feeling hungry.

Hands down, the best. OK, here's the deal: I'm an Italian American originally from New Jersey. I come from a large Italian family filled with Tonys, Michaels, Josephs, Theresas you get the idea. My wife and I ate at Rustico Italiano again this past Saturday and I cannot think of a complaint! Is it cheap? No, but worth every penny. Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING was wonderful, including the fellow who explained the specials. As he described the Peppers Onions with Sausage he proclaimed that if it wasn't the best I'd ever had, he'd take off his shirt and quit. He's still there. And yes, it was that good. (The pistachio cheesecake was insane! Look bottom line: the best Italian food you're likely to find. Go. Enjoy.

The food was excellent. I ordered the black linguini Rustico pasta with shrimp and calamari, while my friend was able to customize a vegetarian pasta with mushrooms instead of eggplant, using olive oil. It was really nice of them to accommodate her request! When my friend asked for hot water, they provided a lovely little teapot, which was a nice touch. The bread was served piping hot and was wonderfully soft. If I had been hungrier, I would have definitely requested more. The prices were reasonable, and they also accept reservations. I would definitely come back again!

From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with a smile and a warm "Good evening." The restaurant was buzzing with activity, about 80% full, yet it had a soothing ambiance in the background. We were quickly asked about our seating preference and escorted to our table. After a few moments, the Maitre d', Mr. Nino, returned to offer us a more private table that had just become available. Since we were seated between two parties who were already deep into their meals, we decided to take the other option, which I like to call "attentive-plus." We accepted the lovely, secluded table in the back corner, which was quiet and very nice. Next, our server, Luis, approached us with a demeanor that radiated professionalism and care. From the start, he provided thoughtful greetings and suggestions, clearly demonstrating his dedication not only to his role but also to the restaurant itself. His extensive knowledge of the menu further enriched our experience, and this level of service continued throughout the evening. There was no rush, no sense of hurry—just a chance to sit back, relax, and savor the moment. The Pappardelle and Veal were impeccably timed and presented with the utmost class. And I cannot forget the bread and pesto served beforehand—fantastico! We thoroughly enjoyed our meals, taking a nice pause afterward before diving into an amazing dessert that had been carefully selected. As a new reviewer, I must admit that with my extensive travel and dining experiences, it took an exceptional place like Rustico to inspire me to put my thoughts in writing. Don’t miss this gem!

Adding to the list of 'Memorable Meals '. This was a terrific restaurant! So quaint, I truly felt like I was in Italy! The service was 'interesting '. It was good, but unusual because I think we had 4 different people service our table at any given time. They all had strong italian accents and were 'characters ', which added to the fun. They made good recommendations on both food and wine. The veal with blue cheese was delectable. The truffle ravioli was exceptional and hard to find. The pesce pasta was huge and also great, as was the chicken. We can 't wait to return!