Cafe Rustica - BASKING RIDGE

Celebrated a family birthday here we all thought everything was amazing. The restuarant has a nice homestyle feel. We had a large group, and the service was awe... read more Celebrated a family birthday here we all thought everything was amazing. The restuarant has a nice homestyle feel. We had a large group, and the service was awesome made sure everyone got what they ordered. Delicious Italian food, great portions for the price. Group ordered a variety of plates it was all delicious. Need to come back for sure to try out more dishes!

I can't say for sure how long Cafe Rustica has been around, but it's been quite a while. I remember enjoying some drinks here back in my younger days... read more I can't say for sure how long Cafe Rustica has been around, but it's been quite a while. I remember enjoying some drinks here back in my younger days...

What a wonderful restaurant! I visited the Lyons VA hospital yesterday, and they recommended we give it a try. The food was delicious, and the service was excep... read more What a wonderful restaurant! I visited the Lyons VA hospital yesterday, and they recommended we give it a try. The food was delicious, and the service was exceptional! Our server's name was Heaven, and she truly lived up to her name. She went above and beyond for us. Great job! You were fantastic!

The food is so good! Great friendly service. Definitely recommend anything on the menu. Save room for dessert..Enjoy! read more The food is so good! Great friendly service. Definitely recommend anything on the menu. Save room for dessert..Enjoy!

09.29.23 once again had another exceptional meal at Rustica. Had the Mozzarella Frittata appetizer, and Chicken Parm dinner. Both were spectacular! That Mozzare... read more 09.29.23 once again had another exceptional meal at Rustica. Had the Mozzarella Frittata appetizer, and Chicken Parm dinner. Both were spectacular! That Mozzarella Frittata is to die for! I only wish it was on the regular menu, not just an infrequent special! Rustica is the best! 03.05.22 Rustica is nothing if not consistent. Food is reliably good. Staff is exceptional. 01/30/2020 Food is just OK. Certainly overpriced! On top of the pricey menu, they even nickel and dime you with charging for soda refills, after charging $2.99 for the soda to begin with. Expect to spend $60/person without alcohol, dessert or tip. Staff is friendly, food isn't anything special. I have been coming here since 1985 or so. Just keeps going downhill. Was much better as the Carriage Inn. Prior review Mediocre Italian fare. Pizza is the last thing I would order here. Casual attire. 2/28/17 prices seem to have gone up recently. Still just so so Italian. Overpriced for quality. Closed Mondays. Much better options close by, check out Sienna's or Ridge Pizzeria for example.