Delicious food. Many compliments to the chef on a perfectly cooked tenderloin. Images show steak ordered rare.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Elizabeth
Food was cooked fine, but it was bland to be honest. The service and atmosphere was very good though. No set kids menu which was disappointing as well.
We’ve never been disappointed by this talented team.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica D.
I arrived here at Rustica to eat dinner with my daughter. The restaurant smelled delicious and we were there for the Moorhead Winter Art Walk which Rustica was a participating restaurant in this event! Me and my daughter firstly went to the Eatery side of Rustica. I was a bit lost as nobody immediately came up to me and my daughter to greet us. We waited for just a half a minute and a gentleman behind a podium appeared- for which I asked if we should seat ourselves or wait here to be seated. He quickly said that you wait here to be seated. He then asked me if we had made a reservation. Of course, I said no. (Because I came to this family-friendly Art Walk and wanted to purchase dinner since this facility is a participating establishment!). He then asked if we had "tried over at the Tavern side of the restaurant firstly". I did look at the gentleman curiously as there were several EMPTY tables on this side of the restaurant and I had not known right away that were two parts to Rustica - including the Eatery portion and then the Tavern portion down the hallway. I said "no we had not", he responded that "yes it is actually just down the hall there and they have the same menu as ours". At this point I figured that we were not welcome at this side of Rustica, (because this was the first thing I heard from the employee after asking if we should wait to be seated or not, with no explanation as to why we should go to the Tavern side), and I then agreed to try to purchase supper on the Tavern side of Rustica for me and my young daughter. We then went to the Tavern side of Rustica, down the hallway (which the gentleman had directed us towards). We entered the Tavern side-through this hallway-which seemed to be the back side of the restaurant, since the very front entrance of this Tavern-with doors leading outside- was on the other side of this room. I then obviously noticed that the tables seemed filled with customers except for just one near the front door entrance. Me and my young daughter walked through the full room to the front entrance and then waited at the entrance doors. We waited there for about four to five minutes. During this time, a waitress walked past us ( for which I had made eye contact with several times- meaning she noticed we were standing there and waiting for service) three times - walking past us and then back to the main bar area. This waitress seemingly ignored me and my daughter and attended to her customers all while noticing that we were standing there and were waiting for service and just acknowledgement, at this point. This waitress then was at the main bar (talking to other employees) and me and my daughter approached her to ask if we should seat ourselves or continue to stand here and wait. She responded that we should seat ourselves. So therefore me and daughter started to go towards the only empty table that I had seen by the front entrance. This waitress then proceeded to say that this empty table was actually reserved for someone else. I then asked her if this place was completely full then, (because I did not see any empty tables). The waitress took a quick glance around the room and then told me that "it appears so". At this point, I said "okay great", and then left through the front entrance with my daughter. I felt as if my patronage was not wanted throughout this entire experience. The lack of warm welcoming and hospitality was disappointing. There was no explanation of why we should go to the Tavern side of this restaurant. This waitress on the Tavern side of the restaurant did not seem interested in helping/servicing me and my young daughter. I am not sure how else I could feel after being completely rejected on both sides of this establishment. We will never return to this restaurant due to the lack of service,explanations,hospitality, and welcoming service that we have come to expect in the Midwest states. We ended our experience in Moorhead with a bad taste in my mouth and an offensive opinion. Rustica, please be more aware of your emp
Destin Cole
Rustica is hands-down one of the best restaurants I have eaten at in the FM Area. The atmosphere is inviting and cozy. The service was impeccable. The food was nothing short of amazing. Seriously, the best baked Mac and Cheese I've ever had in my life. I look forward to visiting Rustica again for many years to come.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shari McTaggart
The walleye is the best I have had in a very long time! The beef medallion tips were also amazing. Definitely will return and bring friends!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Churros, Walleye
Brock B.
Rustica is another option for fine dinning experience in Moorhead MN across the river next door to Fargo. The menu options can vary & so check the website to make sure you like what you see. This is not a large area to dine in ( but has a very warm atmosphere) so best to make reservations on the weekends to assure you get in. Overall a must dine try. A+
Jaci McCaskell Kulish
Editing to add that I've been back to Rustica so many times, it's such a great option in Moorhead! I've loved every single thing I've tried. Happy hour specials have changed but it is still a super good deal!------I have been twice now and both times were wonderful! Half price appetizers in the tavern is a big draw so if there is not a wait, at least expect it to be crowded. The appetizers I ordered were delicious (and HUGE) and the mojito was fantastic.
This is one of the best places to eat in the Fargo-Moorhead area.The drink menu is unique and features a long list of unique and well executed cocktails.The food was exceptional. The poppovers and cornbread will wow you, especially the jam they come with. I tried two pasta dishes, both of which amazed me in their complexcity and quality of flavor. Everyone in my party was very pleased with their salads and mains.We had a great server who was personable and attentive.This is a excellent restraunt! I hope I can enjoy many more trips here.
Ambiance and food were great also the service. A little Pricey, but all in all a great experience
Sean Claffey
So far, the best food I've had in Fargo. Top quality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Meg K.
Yum Yum Yum!! Everything was delicious! Will go again. We had the dates as an appetizer and I had the mushroom stew as an entree. Soooo very good!
Chris K.
We had a delicious meal and good service. They did advertise a GF option, but when one member requested it, came back to say it wasn't available in a GF option even though the menu said otherwise. They were also out of bread. Anyway, our table ordered a variety of menu items and all tasted delicious.
The date appetizer was wonderful. A not to be missed item.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bacon-Wraped Chorizo-Stuffed Dates
Delicious food. Many compliments to the chef on a perfectly cooked tenderloin. Images show steak ordered rare.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Food was cooked fine, but it was bland to be honest. The service and atmosphere was very good though. No set kids menu which was disappointing as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fries, Stuffed Dates, Margherita Pizza, Rustica Burger, Walleye
We’ve never been disappointed by this talented team.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I arrived here at Rustica to eat dinner with my daughter. The restaurant smelled delicious and we were there for the Moorhead Winter Art Walk which Rustica was a participating restaurant in this event! Me and my daughter firstly went to the Eatery side of Rustica. I was a bit lost as nobody immediately came up to me and my daughter to greet us. We waited for just a half a minute and a gentleman behind a podium appeared- for which I asked if we should seat ourselves or wait here to be seated. He quickly said that you wait here to be seated. He then asked me if we had made a reservation. Of course, I said no. (Because I came to this family-friendly Art Walk and wanted to purchase dinner since this facility is a participating establishment!). He then asked if we had "tried over at the Tavern side of the restaurant firstly". I did look at the gentleman curiously as there were several EMPTY tables on this side of the restaurant and I had not known right away that were two parts to Rustica - including the Eatery portion and then the Tavern portion down the hallway. I said "no we had not", he responded that "yes it is actually just down the hall there and they have the same menu as ours". At this point I figured that we were not welcome at this side of Rustica, (because this was the first thing I heard from the employee after asking if we should wait to be seated or not, with no explanation as to why we should go to the Tavern side), and I then agreed to try to purchase supper on the Tavern side of Rustica for me and my young daughter. We then went to the Tavern side of Rustica, down the hallway (which the gentleman had directed us towards). We entered the Tavern side-through this hallway-which seemed to be the back side of the restaurant, since the very front entrance of this Tavern-with doors leading outside- was on the other side of this room. I then obviously noticed that the tables seemed filled with customers except for just one near the front door entrance. Me and my young daughter walked through the full room to the front entrance and then waited at the entrance doors. We waited there for about four to five minutes. During this time, a waitress walked past us ( for which I had made eye contact with several times- meaning she noticed we were standing there and waiting for service) three times - walking past us and then back to the main bar area. This waitress seemingly ignored me and my daughter and attended to her customers all while noticing that we were standing there and were waiting for service and just acknowledgement, at this point. This waitress then was at the main bar (talking to other employees) and me and my daughter approached her to ask if we should seat ourselves or continue to stand here and wait. She responded that we should seat ourselves. So therefore me and daughter started to go towards the only empty table that I had seen by the front entrance. This waitress then proceeded to say that this empty table was actually reserved for someone else. I then asked her if this place was completely full then, (because I did not see any empty tables). The waitress took a quick glance around the room and then told me that "it appears so". At this point, I said "okay great", and then left through the front entrance with my daughter. I felt as if my patronage was not wanted throughout this entire experience. The lack of warm welcoming and hospitality was disappointing. There was no explanation of why we should go to the Tavern side of this restaurant. This waitress on the Tavern side of the restaurant did not seem interested in helping/servicing me and my young daughter. I am not sure how else I could feel after being completely rejected on both sides of this establishment. We will never return to this restaurant due to the lack of service,explanations,hospitality, and welcoming service that we have come to expect in the Midwest states. We ended our experience in Moorhead with a bad taste in my mouth and an offensive opinion. Rustica, please be more aware of your emp
Rustica is hands-down one of the best restaurants I have eaten at in the FM Area. The atmosphere is inviting and cozy. The service was impeccable. The food was nothing short of amazing. Seriously, the best baked Mac and Cheese I've ever had in my life. I look forward to visiting Rustica again for many years to come.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The walleye is the best I have had in a very long time! The beef medallion tips were also amazing. Definitely will return and bring friends!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Churros, Walleye
Rustica is another option for fine dinning experience in Moorhead MN across the river next door to Fargo. The menu options can vary & so check the website to make sure you like what you see. This is not a large area to dine in ( but has a very warm atmosphere) so best to make reservations on the weekends to assure you get in. Overall a must dine try. A+
Editing to add that I've been back to Rustica so many times, it's such a great option in Moorhead! I've loved every single thing I've tried. Happy hour specials have changed but it is still a super good deal!------I have been twice now and both times were wonderful! Half price appetizers in the tavern is a big draw so if there is not a wait, at least expect it to be crowded. The appetizers I ordered were delicious (and HUGE) and the mojito was fantastic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fingerling Potato Poutine, Burrata Cheese & Marinated Grape Tomatoes
This is one of the best places to eat in the Fargo-Moorhead area.The drink menu is unique and features a long list of unique and well executed cocktails.The food was exceptional. The poppovers and cornbread will wow you, especially the jam they come with. I tried two pasta dishes, both of which amazed me in their complexcity and quality of flavor. Everyone in my party was very pleased with their salads and mains.We had a great server who was personable and attentive.This is a excellent restraunt! I hope I can enjoy many more trips here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Late supper...great service and food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steadfast Pizza, Walleye
Ambiance and food were great also the service. A little Pricey, but all in all a great experience
So far, the best food I've had in Fargo. Top quality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yum Yum Yum!! Everything was delicious! Will go again. We had the dates as an appetizer and I had the mushroom stew as an entree. Soooo very good!
We had a delicious meal and good service. They did advertise a GF option, but when one member requested it, came back to say it wasn't available in a GF option even though the menu said otherwise. They were also out of bread. Anyway, our table ordered a variety of menu items and all tasted delicious.