Reviews - Rusticus

Pizza, Fast Food, Vegetarian

Reviews summary

Nestled in Balclutha, this pizzeria boasts a varied reputation that leaves diners divided. Many praise the delightful thin crust and generous toppings, particularly enjoying specialties like the Pepperoni and Mexican pizzas. However, inconsistencies have surfaced, with some customers encountering poorly executed orders—sparse cheese and toppings have led to disappointment. Still, stellar service and kid-friendly options, including surprise goodie bags, add to its charm. While some may opt for frozen alternatives after a less-than-ideal experience, others enthusiastically return for the fresh flavors and reasonable prices. Ultimately, Balclutha’s pizzeria remains a hit-or-miss dining choice.

Overall Total Score
4.7 out of 5
Outstanding | 415 reviews

Was Laura Cole at Rusticus a mag?

Popped in mid roadtrip from Christchurch following a recommendation and glad we did! Best pizzas we've had in a while at a great price. Highly recommend both the Pepperoni and the Mexican. Service: Take out Meal type: Dinner View all feedback.

What Sue Mansworth dislikes about Rusticus:

Had 2 pizzas from $15 range. Lovely thin, crisp bases toppings were tasty plentiful. Great job guys everyone enjoyed phoned order was ready in 15mins. Unfortunately I visited again while in Balclutha had a totally different experience!! There was hardly any cheese on pizzas, so when you picked it up all the toppings fell onto table toppings were sparse, really disappointed won't go back again!!! Service: Take out View all feedback.

Reviews from various users

Google

Last update : 15.01.2025

4.6 ★ from 27 reviews
sonya-visser
15.01.2025

I have sold my business on the 12th October 2020. I wish to thanks so many of you for the support over the 6 1/2 years and wish the new owners all the best

laura-moore-bush049
15.01.2025

Yum pizzas! Always loads of toppings great service from the ladies. Even offered to bring out to the car

geoff-cockburn
15.01.2025

Service: Take out Meal type: Dinner Price per person: NZ$50–60 Food: 5 Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Meat Lovers Parking space: Plenty of parking Parking options: Free street parking

rodd-steele-2
15.01.2025

Rusticus fall off will be studied in future generations. Mid/10 Food: 2 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 2

brayden-anderson-3
15.01.2025

Pizza's here are to die for. Honestly unmatched competition. They take pride in their pizza's and it shows! They are not always open most days which is unfortunate but I'm sure if they could, they would be. Service: Take out Meal type: Dinner Price per person: NZ$20–30

Facebookpag

Last update : 15.01.2025

5.0 ★ from 1 reviews
jacqui-burgess-1
15.01.2025

Lovely wee stop best pizza ever we got the meatlovers 2 for $30 so yummy that we want another one!!!!! going back when in balclutha ????????????

Heyrestaurants

Last update : 01.09.2024

5.0 ★ from 18 reviews
gina-g-chef44
01.09.2024

Once again, Rusticus delivers the best pizzas. Whether hot or cold, I love them all. Cheers to Rusticus!

lisa-s-beach6179
01.09.2024

Pizzas..chips...garlic bread.. yummy..great service too !!

laura-p-ivy8797
01.09.2024

This was our first time visiting this restaurant and I must say, the food was delicious. From the pizza to the old settler chicken wings and the churros, everything was full of flavor. I have never been a fan of...

harmeet-jas-s-1
01.09.2024

Best pizza ever had in New Zealand.... u guys beat all brands... keep it up

laura-m-teacher056
01.09.2024

I received my first pizza here for free, which was a pleasant surprise. I didn't find it burnt at all, just perfectly crispy. Thank you for the generous gesture!

Tripadvisor
5.0 ★ from 27 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.4 ★ from 110 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.8 ★ from 229 reviews

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