This old restaurant never ceases to surprise. If you are really hungry for a hearty and indulgent meal in the early afternoon, I recommend the three large fried minced lamb patties with a side of mashed potatoes or rice or baked potatoes. With each dish you get additional surprising additions of half a tomato and half an onion baked in the oven and sesame sauce. Simply a delight from the 2000s. The price is a bargain. read more

The Rustic - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

So I decided to be a bit fancy with my food order I got a lamb shank, which by the way is one of my favorite dishes. The good was amazing and perfectly paired. My only regret is that I didn't go to the restaurant to dine in person. read more

The Rustic - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

We had two excellent pizzas (Italian sausage and Mortadella). Service was friendly and attentive. We sat in the back patio and it was very pleasant. Definitely our new go to pizza place in the neighborhood. read more

The Rustic - Italian sausage pizza - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This new Mediterranean restaurant on Church is mostly Italian with a few French, Spanish, and Turkish dishes. We chose to split 2 entrees, the butternut squash risotto, and the seafood pasta special. Our clear favorite was the risotto because it was multi-textured (crispy onions and garlic, shaved Parmesan, creamy risotto) and multiflavored a combination of savory and sweet. The handmade pasta was nicely done and the clams and mussels were a generous portion. The waiter was a caring Italian man who had the kitchen split all our dishes and gave great recommendations. We got the broccolini as a side, followed by a chocolate budino dessert. The broccolini was seasoned and still crunchy. The budino was rich and a perfect portion to share. We sat in the enclosed backyard area, which I highly recommend for a rustic ambiance. Overall, a nice addition to the neighborhood! read more

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Ambiance: Cute and cozy Service: Excellent We ordered: 1. Steak Tartare ($18) this was a little bit salty, but overall good. 2. Pappardelle Oxtail ($24) I love that they already split up the portions for two people/two different plates. This dish was great. 3. Wild Mushroom Pizza ($22) this was my favorite. It's oozing with truffle sauce and each bite was heavenly. Generous portion with lots of mushrooms! 4. Mommenpop Blood Orange ($13) this was refreshing like an aperol spritz Overall, I'd definitely recommend this spot. read more

The Rustic - Mushroom pizza ($24) and Pappardelle Oxtail split on two plates ($24) - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Today, around 2 PM on Saturday, my partner and I had brunch at The Rustic. It's a really nice place with a pretty interior and a cozy patio. I had the Italian Sando and a Vermouth Bianco, while my partner had the Rigatoni Bolognese and a mocktail, which was really good. The food was tasty, although my Italian Sando was a bit cold. Still yummy though, and the pasta was amazing. Overall, it was a great first experience. Good food, good service, and a cozy atmosphere. I highly recommend it and plan to go back soon!:) read more

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i really love the food at the rustic. my personal favorite is the warm coffee and a hearty sandwich.

You can choose to sit in the main dining area which has mood lighting, more intimate or the patio. We sat in the patio and it was cold. The waiter put on the heater close to us which helped but I think to keep the area warm all 4 wall heaters need to be on. We were given a wonderful focaccia bread with olive oil for dipping. I ordered the ravioli and pesto which was ok not a winner for me. My sister ordered pappardelle with beef ragu which was very good. The waiter was a doll , good looking with an accent and he actually was a very good waiter. Wine and beer is served. If you're going on a date choose the main room. Going with friends and don't mind a bit of noise use the patio. read more

The Rustic is right off market and 14th. Parking was not bad (plenty around the safeway parking lot). The restaurant is cute with a covered patio in the back. Service was super friendly, all the food was delicious and decor is cute. The covered patio has a tree with string light - i bet it's a nice date spot for the evening. Price was pretty standard for SF. Appetizers are 15-20 avg and mains are 25-40 (except for fancy steak). They also are dog friendly. When we first arrive, my dog got his water at the same time we did. Total was $130 with tax and tip incl. so about 40-43/person. read more

The Rustic - Linguini & Clams - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Everything was delicious. Nice ambiance. Prompt service. Refreshing to come across sauce that doesn't include pork. read more

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The food and service were amazing. The servers were polite and friendly. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. You should definitely try their pappardelle with oxtail ragù , the pasta is incredibly fresh and delicious. Thank you all for an amazing experience read more

The Rustic - Lamb Shank Pappardelle Oxtail - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

My best friends birthday was on the dreaded Monday aka restaurant Saturday, so I was searching for a while trying to find a spot for him and I'm so glad I landed here. The ambiance of the rustic is truly unmatched. The decor is trendy and beautiful from the pink phone booth to the fun lights. We were seated quickly around 7PM and we immediately began ordering away. We got the specialty pizza with mozzarella, Calabrese chili and pepperoni and YUM. Confession: I love New York pizza more than the authentic Italian pizza. So this thin crust gloriousness won me over. They used just the right amount of the ingredients so that they all shone without overwhelming each other (I'm looking at you, Calabrese) and this was truly our favorite part of the meal. Second favorite the broccolini. I was shocked at how much I liked this to be honest. I really loved the light seasonings they added on which made the broccolini shine. It was well cooked and had an excellent mouth feel. Third favorite was our side of fries. We spoke with our server about how we enjoyed our elevated McDonald's fries (shoestring fries, for people with class, which is not me) and he told us about the kitchens experimentation with different shapes which is why you might see other shapes on Yelp! For now, skinny seems to be the winner which +1 from me, they crisp up better. The ox rage came split into two plates, which was so nice! At this point, we realized we over ordered but we had to commit to our decisions. I personally liked the parpadelle, but my best friend found it too Al dente. There were a few bites that I thought I agreed, but for the most part, I like it a little Al dente. The server came out with a little panna cotta with a candle for us and joked that he knew we were too full to order dessert so he just brought one out, which was so sweet! The panna cotta wasn't too sweet, however, which is the ultimate Asian compliment. It was creamy and the custard was smooth. Skip the free focaccia cause you will wanna fill up on the other food! read more

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The Rustic took over the old Cook Shoppe space, so the restaurant, staff and menu are all fairly new. I came here for dinner with a party of 4 on a Friday night. We had a reservation, so we got seated immediately. While the restaurant was buzzing, there were still plenty of tables available. Our waiter was super friendly and attentive. He was helpful and patient, even when we were being indecisive about what to get. Everything on the menu sounded good, so we decided to share everything! - A bottle of Cab Sauvignon Piave ($40): Well balanced and went well with our food options - Mussels ($15): Good flavor, my favorite appetizer of the night - Steak tartare ($18): Good, but not particularly stand out. The tartare was clean tasting, but I felt it could have used more seasoning - Spanish octopus ($16): Octopus was tender, could have used more sauce - Daily pasta special ($25): I wish I remembered what the special was because it was my favorite dish of the night. It had a white truffle sauce, sausage and some other deliciousness. - Mortadella Pizza ($23): I'm just generally not a huge fan of mortadella, so I only had a bite, but the rest of my party really enjoyed this and finished it entirely. The ambiance is trendy, warm and romantic, but not overly extravagant. A really cute place for a not-too-fancy nice meal. It's perfect for lots of occasions, and the portions are great for sharing. The restaurant is on a busy street, so allow yourself time to find parking. Overall, a solid 4 stars with lots of potential to get to 5 with some refinement, but I'd return to the Rustic for its quality of food, ambiance, service and pricing. After dinner, there are also some good cocktail bars nearby like Last Rites, Blackbird and Churchill, all within walking distance from the Rustic, if you want to keep the night going! read more

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I have to give this place my appreciation, This is a true neighborhood gem! The location is very good and the set up is just fit for the type of food they serves. The ambiance is: electric! Marco the Italian bartender is so funny and friendly. I felt like I have known that guy for a very long time already even though it was the first time that we met. That man is so kind and will make you really feel welcomed and valued. Marco works behind the bar every day except Mondays. He is from Rome and a big Lazio fan (AS Roma hometown arch rival). Say hello to Marco! And Zoti the owner is also nice and kind. Complimentary Focaccia was amazing! (the best complimentary table bread I've ever had anywhere). Steak tartare was Perfect! flavorful and of the highest quality. The crackers were also very good. Savory, sweet, spicy, tangy, The best steak tartare I've had so far! Margherita pizza was delicious, chewy, satisfying. Traditional Turkish marash dondurmasi ice cream was also really good! I wish The Rustic all the best! I absolutely recommend! read more

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This Italian restaurant is very well-loved. They cook the food in special ways. The Rustic food is savory, hearty, and juicy, cooked to perfection. The ambiance and music are heavenly. The wait staff are personable. The prices are extremely reasonable for this town. Enjoyable and relaxing. read more

This place is awesome! Went with a family of 6, and they accommodated us nicely. The the food was great. We tried several different things including pasta pizza the fried chicken sandwich was the best again the customer service was great and I would definitely recommend 10 out of 10 spot. The ambience was also awesome. We sat in the back and I would definitely return. read more

Ambiance was chill though the decor is a lil random. It was romantic enough for our anniversary dinner. Loved the fried olives and it was a pretty generous portion for two people. Calamari was ok. I got the pesto ravioli and my husband the ragu. I was hoping my ravioli would be a lil more pillowy tender rather than al dente chewy. Flavors were subtle but probably wouldn't order again. My husbands ragu was bursting with flavor (we always share a few bites). The focaccia texture was nice n bouncy and went well with the olive oil. Service was good up until the end where we had to flag down our server like 5 times to get our check and finally asked a bus boy to flag him down for us since it seemed he'd forgotten about us or was too busy to check in. We ran out of time for dessert because we had to move along to our next stop but heard they're good. read more

The Rustic - Calamari and Fried Olives - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Before The Rustic, it was the Cook Shoppe. And, what led to to their demise is pretty cray cray. If you ever need some porcelain throne material, look it up. Gotta love the internet! Soft opening last week is The Rustic from a Chez-Panisse alum. For now, only dine-in is available. Loved the dog-friendly patio from the former tenants so had to give The Rustic a try. M E N U Cal-Italian Cuisine using seasonal ingredients. Handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas. Same all day menu on the weekends. Beer & wine. No full bar. F O O D * Complimentary Focaccia Dry but great for soaking up the fragrant table-side olive oil. * Truffle Steak Tartare w/ sirloin, black truffle paste, capers, pickled peppers ($18): https://tinyurl.com/2s2dykd9 The crudo wasn't ready for the day so we went with this. Nice earthy truffle flavor that didn't overpower the beefy flavor of the tartare. Not sure if an egg yolk is used but the texture was lacking that silky, buttery mouthfeel. Served with Rustic Bakery-like crackers. * Italian Sausage Pizza w/ san marzano tomato sauce, scamorza ($21): https://tinyurl.com/aaa498ky Good flavor with rich, savory morsels of sausage, bright tomato sauce, and creamy scamorza cheese. The pizza base was stretched out too thin. It couldn't support the sauce/toppings so it was quite wet. The pizza's outer crust and undercarriage was a bit overcharred for our preference, leaving an acrid aftertaste. * Steak & Frites: 16 oz Spiced Ribeye w/ chimichurri ($45): https://tinyurl.com/4cynnene --Requested medium rare Unfortunately, the ribeye came out nearly well-done so we sent it back. The second re-fire was rare but better under than over. On the leaner side but very tender and flavorful with the punchy, herbaceous chimichurri. The fries were amazing! Deliciously crunchy on the outside and airy soft on the inside. We contemplated ordering an extra side of them. * Panna Cotta w/ macerated strawberries (comped): https://tinyurl.com/yuhu7bpd Staff kindly brought this out on the house as apologies for the long wait. Very thoughtful. The panna cotta was creamy and custardy tho there were bits of gelatin that wasn't thoroughly mixed in. Paired nicely with the sweet and tart strawberries. S E R V I C E Welcoming, kind, and gracious. Food service was quite slow with long lags but it's a soft opening after all. A M B I A N C E Stylish and cozy with an enclosed back patio. Looks great at night with the fairy light adorned tree. Retractable awning roof. Rap and indie-pop music. P A R K I N G Street parking can be rough so def give yourself some time to look for a space. Overall, like any new restaurant, The Rustic has some kinks to work out. They have potential to get to 5 stars and I'm sure they'll get there in several months. read more

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Very kind wait staff and delicious food. I'll definitely be back! The Frutti Di Mare was amazing

I'm on my way to a party... No, my life's not perfect. I don't really like my friends...And when I'm in that mood I order from The Rustic. Chez Panisse alum in fabulous Berkeley, founded the Restaurant, in you guessed it, the fabulous Upper Market/Castro District, don't get me wrong, it's that good. ...The wood fired pizzas that foodie icon Alice Waters perfected at Chez Panisse, you will find on the menu. N'est-ce pas? ...The Wild Mushroom Pizza is super, super nice with truffle sauce and a thin Neapolitan crust, that holds up well upon delivery, from some over eager delivery man with a Justin Bieber Complex, whose just trying to make ends meet. And just for that I gave him a $10 tip. Isn't that nice for the neighbors? read more

The Rustic - Wild Mushroom Pizza from Alice Waters alum- The Rustic. - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Mediocre food, high prices, disappointing service. When my friend and I arrived, we asked if we could be seated away from the front, but they denied the request even though for the rest of the evening the rear of the restaurant was empty. We were asked if you wanted sparkling or Stillwater, and responded sparkle we were served tapwater. My friend ordered the steak, a New York strip, but the cut did not seem to be an NY strip, and the meat was burned on the outside. At least the interior was cooked properly. I had the homemade pasta, which was solid. For me, this is a one and done. read more

We thought the atmosphere was good. The service was excellent, and the food was very well cooked. The staff are tentative and very accommodating and friendly. We had an amazing time. Angle was our server. read more

The restaurant is less than a month old. We enjoyed the interior, including the phone booth, the music, and the friendly staff. The food is mediocre, though everyone really liked the fries. They're still getting a hang of restaurant pacing. The bill wasn't too bad for three. Of note, we ordered non-alcoholic drinks. read more

The Rustic - Fries. - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Needs improvement::Food was a mixed bag...I really don't know how this restaurant is rated so high?? I ordered tomato soup (too much garlic.. and I love garlic), butternut risotto (àl dente...needed around 5min more cooking)... nice and cheesy, but the rice was under cooked., also ordered the Margarita Pizza... hard pass tasted like cardboard with no flavor. Other two dishes at the table pesto ravioli and oxtail pasta. No complaints, just not noteworthy. Service was good. Hostess was wonderful. The main portion of the restaurant appeared to be having some sort of repair. She offered us patio seating, which was perfect. They have an awning that covers the area as it gets colder in the evening and also heat lamps it was very pleasant and I would recommend the patio. The waiter askari started off very attentive, but fell off as a larger party was being served. All in all, I felt the service was very good, the patio area was great... it's just the food could use some help. Rating probably 3 5.. but I really couldn't give it 4p. read more

Loved the food and the service was fantastic. Would definitely come again, the place was really nice. :) read more

The Rustic - Butternut Squash Risotto and Margherita Pizza with added pepperoni :) the risotto was amazinggg - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

One of best restaurants in San Francisco and definitely a fantastic value for the quality of food. Sensational service by Ariel and Jonny - Jonny tried three times to blend custom cocktail for my sister that he thought she would like. Other servers, alas, not nearly as good and below par for pre pandemic standards and on par for post pandemic. I especially love the branzino which they marinate nicely - both moist and flavorful. Huge tip: pizzas are great but only two pizzza ovens. So if it is crowded ask before ordering. tiny point: the fennel salad on branzino not for everyone but they will sub. Also sensational broccoli di ciccho and tiramisu was sensational with great chocolate and mascarpone read more

Super friendly host greeted me. I was meeting friends from out for town and couldn't have picked a better spot. I ordered moules frites because If it's on the menu, that's my meal. I also had the little gems salad. We shared my fries because the portions were quite generous. My friends had the butternut squash risotto and the campanelle bolonese. Everything was perfect and service was quick. When we arrived it was early on a Monday evening --maybe 6pm--and quiet. Business picked up by the time we left but we never felt rushed. All in all a lovely evening, the best company, delicious food-- and a pink phone booth! What more could you ask for?? read more

came here for a Friday night date night at 7:30 with a reservation for a smooth and welcoming vibe and table options for us to choose from. There were so many good things to choose on the menu that we were thinking about trying/sharing. The waiter came over and helped us land on the Ox-tail pappardelle and orecchiette, and the Bluefin tuna crudo. Crudo was a great blast of bright flavors and tender bites, and both pastas were cooked with a nice al dente bite. focaccia is available by request but nothing to rave about. Portions were filling and prices are a little more than $35/person without dessert. pleasant time with good food and intimate ambiance! read more

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Glad I came food is amazing!!! The pasta cooked yo perfection with sausages and mushrooms. The bread juice moist and herd well. Service was quick and friendly made sure Bauer had plenty of water, he even got a special treat. All hands on deck at this spot, in which I love. Not having to wait in designated waiter. The resturant is so cute a lot of photo opps. I sat outside in the back patio, secrect garden. A real tree as the centerpiece and a tent to cover as a roof. There's heat lamps as well. read more

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This is an amazing place! Food is fantastic! The Tonnarelli frutti di mare was beautiful. We had a other worldly appetizer which name escapes me. The recommended wine was outstanding! The service was the best part: welcoming, knowledgeable, fun, and attentive! We'll be coming back! read more

Came for our daughter's 16th birthday dinner and everything was Amazing! Food, service, environment. Will definitely be back

We were very pleasantly surprised by our dinner at Rustic. On an early Friday evening and were seated immediately in the outdoor area, which was our preference. We really missed this outdoor space from the Chow days and Rustic did a great job keeping the space warm and inviting. We ordered the tomato soup of the day, which they kindly split into two bowls so my husband and I could share. The soup was so good! I ordered the pappardelle oxtail ragu and my husband ordered the linguini and clams. We both thoroughly enjoyed our pastas. The linguine also has a creative twist with the unexpected addition of corn. We will definitely be back to try more soon. read more

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I was visiting San Francisco for a week. This restaurant I found here on Yelp. From the moment I walked in I was sold. The hostess was beautifully communicative, happy and helpful. The waiter asked if I was going dancing later .... Joy begets joy. Oh; the food? Outstanding! The ambiance was just perfect. It was just a joy to be there. The food was so good I overate. Oops. read more

Wonderful value, everything is of the highest quality, from the food to the ceramic plates, to the service. The brunch omelette was hot, substantial, and filled with lots of fresh wild mushrooms. When I found that the cheese on my pizza a little past its prime, they immediately made me a new pizza and gave me free dessert. The environment is friendly, calm and elegant. Great place! read more

Food and service were poor. Salads were all overdressed to the point they were inedible. Order for mains was "lost," resulting in slow delivery and lamb shank not cooked properly. Branzino not filleted properly. Server comped the problematic items and offered free dessert but hard to overlook the problems. read more

Having the New York style steak on my birthday. Excellent food and excellent service. Definitely recommended. read more

The Rustic - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Went there to have brunch with my family. We were the first and only people in the restaurant. The food was delish and the restaurant has a very cute vibe. The server was great too! read more

I will start by giving kudos to our server Hannah who was amazingly kind. She was hustling as a host, server and bartender, but in doing so, the service was lacking basic attention. The pasta was amazing, but the wine selection was poor. I'd suggest bringing your own wine. We were not provided bread unless we asked. The $55 lamb chop dish was not our favorite choice as it was too rich in a thick, masking tomato sauce, but others may really like that - we left it basically untouched. had to hunt down our bill. Left very disappointed. read more

WHATEVER YOU DO DON'T COME HERE!! If you're in the mood for just pizza walk a couple blocks to Angie's pizza instead, they have amazing options, ambience, and service. Here the options are poor, ambience is mid, and service was horrible. The complimentary focaccia was literally served cold, which we had to remind our server of after he forgot. Our pasta was very undercooked. The pizza was meh. The only positive thing I have to say about my experience here was being seated by the window and being able to look out and people watch. We were so unsatisfied here that my boyfriend and I called to place an order at Angie's pizza while we waited for the bill. read more

The food was delicious! From the salad to the bread, drinks and pasta ! Staff was knowledgeable, polite and attentive. It's a great mix of elevated and casual . Great for date night. We had a great experience read more

The Rustic - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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