One of the best meals we have had in AZ! Service was good but don't try ordering anything off the wine list and expect them to have it. We were flexible but three of the items we ordered they didn't actually have. Other than that and the wait to find out it was unavailable it was a really great meal.
CheriL
Overall, the experience was pleasant. My husband had filet mignon and broccolini and I had Flora De Mar (Fruit of the Sea). The steak was tender but not seasoned as much as he would have liked. My dish was great! Very flavourful and tasted even better as a left over. Our server was pleasant and provided good suggestions on good dishes.
AsifS
This place ruined our one year wedding anniversary. I made reservations ahead of time as we came in from out of town. The bruschetta was bland. My drink was tasteless. My wife's dinner was ruined not once, but twice. She ordered the Angelica and the shrimp tasted awful. The second time we asked to take the plate away, the woman taking the place gave my wife attitude, rolled her eyes, & was aggressive with her language. Our waiter was pretty much non-existent the entire time. They did nothing to make us feel special or welcome for our anniversary. Also, I saw a lot of reviews talking about the “views” from this place. Don't be deceived, there are none! I'd rate this place zero stars if I could.
Theresa
We found this place one block from the Element and it is a gem!!! All was great. Food, drinks and the ambience was perfect for celebrating my sister birthday . The only downside was our waiter have several tables and he kept disappearing. I would recommend this place.
MonicaK
Best food and dining experience of our trip! We were blown away from appetizers to dessert. Highly recommended coming for dinner. Don't forget to order the fresh baked focaccia bread, calamari , mushroom soup, etc. The service was top notch.
Irinam
The waiter bluntly asked us for more tips, despite the mediocre service and the apparent irritation of the staff; we were one of the last guests there. Moreover, they ran out of bread and served us extremely over-toasted, super dry crackers.
TucsonTravelers
Overall excellent experience. The wait staff was excellent. Our hot food was hot & our cold food was cold. The next time we're in Sedona, we'll eat here again. Well done.
We have eaten here many times. Consistently great food and service. The space is wonderful. Dining here is like bring in an Italian garden for a romantic dinner. This place is charming. The food is as good as great restaurants in Italy. The most important comment- we will dine here again.
Oscar Oliveros
Cucina Rustica is by far one of the best restaurants in Sedona. Every dish that was ordered, whether it was an app, a main, or a desert, was fantastic. The atmosphere is serene and calm. Staff is attentive, and Isaiah specifically provided amazing customer service by answering all of our questions, being knowledgeable on almost every menu item, and by keeping vibes light and positive. Will definitely revisit next time I'm back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Don Quixote, Gnocchi Paradiso, House Focaccia, Garganelli Paradiso, Lemon Cheesecake, Fish
Karen Gawin
Overpriced, stuffy, boring...My family and I went here for my husband's birthday. We were expecting a very authentic-feeling Italian place with a chic, comfortable vibe.One dish we ordered was not very good, and when the server asked we told her we didn't love it. The seared fish was soggy, the plate was wet, the orzo/veggie mix tasted off - a strange flavor combo that didn't work. When the waitress asked if I'd like to try something else instead, I decided to try a different dish so as not to ruin the family dinner. I was shocked when I looked at the receipt today and saw that we were charged for both dishes!The service felt dishonest.Additionally, the atmosphere was boring and stuffy - nothing remarkable for all the internet hype and the cost ($350 for 2 adults and 2 kids). When I called to ask about the charges, it was impossible to speak to a live person (and no email address is provided on the website).Would definitely not recommend this spot!
Great place and wonderful food. The waiter was a bit stuffy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Classic Caesar Salad
Diner
We loved our experience dining at Cucina Rustica and it really exceeded expectations. Our service was excellent and the setting was beautiful. We had the artichoke beignets to start which were akin to an artichoke popper, with delicious creamy sauce inside. My husband enjoyed his lamb chops and I ordered the garganelli with chicken, mushrooms and a chipotle cream sauce. The chicken was so juicy and the sauce was amazing. For dessert we splurged on the key lime pie and a magical blood orange sorbet. Thank you for such a wonderful evening!!
Delicious dinner. We had reservations and were sat right away. The food was delicious and the ambiance is so welcoming. The signature pasta dish is the thing to order. Only knock was the server seemed overwhelmed and wasn't as attentive as we would have liked.
The food was amazing! I had one of the specials on the menu, Sea Bass & it was phenomenal! It was the best sea bass dish I have ever had! The waitress was decent, but not overly attentive. The three other people in our party loved their meals, also!
Michelle
We were seated in a small room off the bar area. It was quiet when we were seated, but unfortunately it became much more noisy as the evening wore on, to the point where we could not hear our waiter or each other. The food was good, as always. Our waiter was enthusiastic, but we worried about his recall. However, there were no issues with our meals or drinks. I won't sit in that room again, however. We've been in European restaurants with tables close together, but the customers don't yell across multiple tables. It was unfortunate.
One of the best meals we have had in AZ! Service was good but don't try ordering anything off the wine list and expect them to have it. We were flexible but three of the items we ordered they didn't actually have. Other than that and the wait to find out it was unavailable it was a really great meal.
Overall, the experience was pleasant. My husband had filet mignon and broccolini and I had Flora De Mar (Fruit of the Sea). The steak was tender but not seasoned as much as he would have liked. My dish was great! Very flavourful and tasted even better as a left over. Our server was pleasant and provided good suggestions on good dishes.
This place ruined our one year wedding anniversary. I made reservations ahead of time as we came in from out of town. The bruschetta was bland. My drink was tasteless. My wife's dinner was ruined not once, but twice. She ordered the Angelica and the shrimp tasted awful. The second time we asked to take the plate away, the woman taking the place gave my wife attitude, rolled her eyes, & was aggressive with her language. Our waiter was pretty much non-existent the entire time. They did nothing to make us feel special or welcome for our anniversary. Also, I saw a lot of reviews talking about the “views” from this place. Don't be deceived, there are none! I'd rate this place zero stars if I could.
We found this place one block from the Element and it is a gem!!! All was great. Food, drinks and the ambience was perfect for celebrating my sister birthday . The only downside was our waiter have several tables and he kept disappearing. I would recommend this place.
Best food and dining experience of our trip! We were blown away from appetizers to dessert. Highly recommended coming for dinner. Don't forget to order the fresh baked focaccia bread, calamari , mushroom soup, etc. The service was top notch.
The waiter bluntly asked us for more tips, despite the mediocre service and the apparent irritation of the staff; we were one of the last guests there. Moreover, they ran out of bread and served us extremely over-toasted, super dry crackers.
Overall excellent experience. The wait staff was excellent. Our hot food was hot & our cold food was cold. The next time we're in Sedona, we'll eat here again. Well done.
We have eaten here many times. Consistently great food and service. The space is wonderful. Dining here is like bring in an Italian garden for a romantic dinner. This place is charming. The food is as good as great restaurants in Italy. The most important comment- we will dine here again.
Cucina Rustica is by far one of the best restaurants in Sedona. Every dish that was ordered, whether it was an app, a main, or a desert, was fantastic. The atmosphere is serene and calm. Staff is attentive, and Isaiah specifically provided amazing customer service by answering all of our questions, being knowledgeable on almost every menu item, and by keeping vibes light and positive. Will definitely revisit next time I'm back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Don Quixote, Gnocchi Paradiso, House Focaccia, Garganelli Paradiso, Lemon Cheesecake, Fish
Overpriced, stuffy, boring...My family and I went here for my husband's birthday. We were expecting a very authentic-feeling Italian place with a chic, comfortable vibe.One dish we ordered was not very good, and when the server asked we told her we didn't love it. The seared fish was soggy, the plate was wet, the orzo/veggie mix tasted off - a strange flavor combo that didn't work. When the waitress asked if I'd like to try something else instead, I decided to try a different dish so as not to ruin the family dinner. I was shocked when I looked at the receipt today and saw that we were charged for both dishes!The service felt dishonest.Additionally, the atmosphere was boring and stuffy - nothing remarkable for all the internet hype and the cost ($350 for 2 adults and 2 kids). When I called to ask about the charges, it was impossible to speak to a live person (and no email address is provided on the website).Would definitely not recommend this spot!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Restaurantji Recommends
Great place and wonderful food. The waiter was a bit stuffy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Classic Caesar Salad
We loved our experience dining at Cucina Rustica and it really exceeded expectations. Our service was excellent and the setting was beautiful. We had the artichoke beignets to start which were akin to an artichoke popper, with delicious creamy sauce inside. My husband enjoyed his lamb chops and I ordered the garganelli with chicken, mushrooms and a chipotle cream sauce. The chicken was so juicy and the sauce was amazing. For dessert we splurged on the key lime pie and a magical blood orange sorbet. Thank you for such a wonderful evening!!
Delicious dinner. We had reservations and were sat right away. The food was delicious and the ambiance is so welcoming. The signature pasta dish is the thing to order. Only knock was the server seemed overwhelmed and wasn't as attentive as we would have liked.
The food was amazing! I had one of the specials on the menu, Sea Bass & it was phenomenal! It was the best sea bass dish I have ever had! The waitress was decent, but not overly attentive. The three other people in our party loved their meals, also!
We were seated in a small room off the bar area. It was quiet when we were seated, but unfortunately it became much more noisy as the evening wore on, to the point where we could not hear our waiter or each other. The food was good, as always. Our waiter was enthusiastic, but we worried about his recall. However, there were no issues with our meals or drinks. I won't sit in that room again, however. We've been in European restaurants with tables close together, but the customers don't yell across multiple tables. It was unfortunate.