Ruscello - Nordstrom South Coast Plaza

Name: Ruscello - Nordstrom South Coast Plaza
Address: 3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA, United States, 92626
Telephone: (714) 850-2510
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

125 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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Ruscello is a full-service restaurant featuring Mediterranean and Italian-inspired cuisine. The menu is bold in flavor, focusing on great appetizers, salads, sandwiches, brick-oven pizzas, pastas, entrées and housemade desserts. Guests can choose to sit in the dining room or enjoy a drink and food offering in the bar area.

Ruscello is located on the third floor of Nordstrom South Coast Plaza, on the corner of Bristol & Sunflower.

We are open for dine-in service and outdoor patio dining and to-go orders with Curbside Pickup. Call (714) 850-2510 to place your order.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 28, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–7:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–6:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(714) 850-2510
Website
http://shop.nordstrom.com/st/nordstrom-south-coast
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3333 Bristol Street Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Neighborhood
Costa Mesa
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Lobster Bisque
- Cup$7.75
- Bowl$10.00
Roma Tomato Basil**
- Cup$5.25
- Bowl$7.50
Signature Housemade Soup
- Cup$5.75
- Bowl$8.00
Simple Salad$7.50
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese, dijon balsamic vinaigrette
Crisp Calamari$12.25
sweet and spicy peppers, jalapeño basil aïoli
Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata**$10.00
grilled sourdough croutons, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil pesto
Brussels Sprouts Frite$9.75
spiced cashews, lemon, honey
Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos**$8.50
lettuce, yellow pepper, tomato, cilantro lime vinaigrette, queso fresco
Chicken Meatballs$10.00
rustic marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, grilled baguette
Artichoke Spinach Dip**$11.00
bell pepper, parmesan cheese, tuscan lemon & herb flatbread

Signature Salads**

Petite Tender*$21.00
choose your favorite chef's preparation below
Roasted Chicken$17.00
choose your favorite chef's preparation below
Wild Pacific Shrimp$19.75
choose your favorite chef's preparation below
Alaskan Sockeye Salmon*$18.75
choose your favorite chef's preparation below
Tuscan Lemon Cauliflower$16.25
choose your favorite chef's preparation below
Crispy Panko Chicken$17.75
organic baby greens, bacon, egg, avocado, heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn, cilantro, honey dijon dressing
Wild Salmon Niçoise*$19.75
organic baby greens, herb roasted salmon, green beans, kalamata olives, heirloom tomatoes, red onion, potatoes, egg, capers, dijon balsamic vinaigrette

Chef's Preparation

Green Goddess
Farro, quinoa, hard-cooked egg, organic baby spinach, avocado, pickled red onion, cucumber, turmeric daikon, herb salad. (610 cal)
Cilantro Lime
Organic baby greens, jack cheese, heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn, pumpkin seeds, cilantro lime vinaigrette. (280 cal)
Ginger Sesame
Organic baby greens, julienne vegetables, crisp wontons, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, sesame seeds, cilantro, ginger sesame dressing. (450 cal)
Little Gem Caesar
Little gem lettuce, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese crisp, white anchovy. (450 cal)

Entrees

Wild Salmon & Cauliflower*$23.00
peperonata vegetables, creamy parmesan polenta, lemon honey gastrique
Chicken Parmesan$22.00
marinara, kale salad, pine nuts, parmesan cheese
Chef's Featured Steak*
organic baby spinach, crispy parmesan potatoes, peppercorn sauce
- With 6oz Filet$38.00
- With 8oz Flat Iron$30.00
- With 6oz Petite Tender$21.00

Signature Sandwiches**

served with choice of salt & pepper crush french fries and kalamata olive aïoli or side salad

Roasted Turkey & Avocado Club$16.25
Natural turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, peppercorn aïoli, toasted country bread. (1100/740 cal)
Nordstrom Burger*$16.50
Lettuce, tomato, red onion, sharp white cheddar cheese, roasted garlic aïoli, toasted artisan bun. (1500/1140 cal). With Beyond Burger Patty (1340/990 cal)
- With Beyond Burger Patty$20.25
Prime French Dip*$18.25
Warm roast beef, sharp white cheddar cheese, toasted parmesan baguette, au jus. (1400/1050 cal)

Pasta

gluten free penne available

Spicy Wild Shrimp Pomodoro**$19.75
spicy tomato sauce, baby spinach, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan cheese, fresh herbs
Penne Bolognese & Meatballs$16.50
chicken meatballs, spicy italian sausage, red bell pepper, tomato cream sauce, parmesan cheese
Portabella Mushroom Ravioli**$17.00
oven roasted tomatoes, basil, parmesan cream sauce
Chicken Lemon Pesto Gnocchi$17.50
ricotta gnocchi, roasted tomatoes, organic baby spinach, parmesan cheese

Handmade Pizza

cauliflower pizza crust (Gluten-Free) available $3.75 (300 cal) additional

Chef's Featured Pizza$15.50
Margherita$14.25
roma tomatoes, garlic oil, basil, mozzarella, parmesan and aged provolone cheese

Nordstrom Meals To Go

Our kitchen, your table. Pasta for 2 - $49

Here's What You Get

no substitutions please

Choice of Soup

Roma Tomato Basil
Lobster Bisque

Salad

Little Gem Caesar
garlic croutons, parmesan cheese crisp, white anchovy

Choice of Pasta

Penne Bolognese & Chicken Meatballs
spicy sausage, red pepper, tomato cream, parmesan
Portabella Mushroom Ravioli
oven roasted tomatoes, basil, parmesan cream sauce

Dessert

Fresh Baked Cookies

Nordstrom Meals To Go - Friends & Family Meals a la Carte Menu

Each dish is designed to feed 4-5 people. Please ask us for recommendations depending on the size of your party

Soups & Starters

Roma Tomato Basil Soup$30.00
with crostinis
Signature Housemade Soup of the Day$35.00
with crostinis
Crostinis$7.50
Ciabatta Rolls with Butter$7.50
Vegetable Crudite$20.00
hummus tahini, pimento cheese
Housemade Meatballs$25.00
roasted garlic tomato sauce, provolone & mozzarella cheeses
Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata$30.00
grilled sourdough croutons, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil pesto
Wild Pacific Shrimp Cocktail$40.00

Salads

choose your favorite protein to add on to any of our salads: Add Chicken (Gluten-Free) $12, Add Salmon* (Gluten-Free) $15, Add Shrimp (Gluten-Free) $15, Add Steak* (Gluten-Free) $20

Little Gem Caesar$28.00
little gem lettuce, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese crisp, white anchovy
Simple Mixed Greens$28.00
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese, house dressing
Ginger Sesame$30.00
organic baby greens, julienne vegetables, crisp wontons, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, sesame seeds, cilantro, ginger sesame dressing
Cilantro Lime$30.00
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn, jack cheese, pumpkin seeds, cilantro lime vinaigrette
Lemon Bowtie Pasta$30.00
petite tomatoes, feta cheese, arugula, lemon vinaigrette

Pastas

Baked Penne Mac & Cheese$45.00
alfredo cream sauce, provolone, mozzarella and parmesan cheese, bread crumbs
Spaghetti with Meatballs$50.00
chitarra pasta, parmesan cheese, basil
Chicken Lemon Pesto Gnocchi$55.00
ricotta gnocchi, roasted tomatoes, organic baby spinach, parmesan cheese
Spicy Wild Shrimp Pomodoro$60.00
tomato sauce, baby spinach, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan cheese, fresh herbs

Entrees

Pan Seared Chicken$60.00
spinach, capers, lemon butter
Tuscan Lemon & Herb Salmon$65.00
spinach, capers, lemon butter
Chicken Tenders$30.00
breaded chicken, choice of dipping sauce

Desserts

Housemade Cookies & Bars$30.00
Fresh Berries$30.00

Beverages

Lemonade$15.00
Iced Tea$15.00

Friends & Family Meals Basic Meal Package

$195. Each meal package serves about ten people, and includes: Serving Utensils, Plates, Cutlery, Napkins

Choice of Soup or Starter

Roma Tomato Basil Soup
with crostinis
Signature Housemade Soup of the Day
with crostinis
Crostinis
Ciabatta Rolls with Butter
Vegetable Crudite
hummus tahini, pimento cheese
Housemade Meatballs
roasted garlic tomato sauce, provolone & mozzarella cheeses
Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata
grilled sourdough croutons, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil pesto
Wild Pacific Shrimp Cocktail

Choice of Bread

Crostinis
Ciabatta Rolls

Choice of Salad

Add on proteins additional: Add Chicken (Gluten-Free), Add Salmon* (Gluten-Free), Add Shrimp (Gluten-Free), Add Steak* (Gluten-Free)

Little Gem Caesar
little gem lettuce, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese crisp, white anchovy
Simple Mixed Greens
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese, house dressing
Ginger Sesame
organic baby greens, julienne vegetables, crisp wontons, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, sesame seeds, cilantro, ginger sesame dressing
Cilantro Lime
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn, jack cheese, pumpkin seeds, cilantro lime vinaigrette
Lemon Bowtie Pasta
petite tomatoes, feta cheese, arugula, lemon vinaigrette

Choice of 2 Pastas

Baked Penne Mac & Cheese
alfredo cream sauce, provolone, mozzarella and parmesan cheese, bread crumbs
Spaghetti with Meatballs
chitarra pasta, parmesan cheese, basil
Chicken Lemon Pesto Gnocchi
ricotta gnocchi, roasted tomatoes, organic baby spinach, parmesan cheese
Spicy Wild Shrimp Pomodoro
tomato sauce, baby spinach, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan cheese, fresh herbs

Choice of Entree

Pan Seared Chicken
spinach, capers, lemon butter
Tuscan Lemon & Herb Salmon
spinach, capers, lemon butter
Chicken Tenders
breaded chicken, choice of dipping sauce

Choice of Dessert

Housemade Cookies & Bars
Fresh Berries

What 125 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.5Value

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JesusD
Los Angeles
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Restaurant closed unexpectedly so we we’re turned away at the door and offered a 20% off coupon for our next visit. 20% off?!?! Lame.
MC
MrChowFungKu
Orange County
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal with quality ingredients at a very fair price.
WG
WendyG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience5
The place is nice. We shared Chicken Parmesan and Kale salad. It was just ok! We had lobster bisque which was good. Overall ok!
g
goodfoodlover41
Los Angeles
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Met with friends after a 2 year delay. Service was great, no rushing and food was delicious.
SP
SimplePalate
San Francisco
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great. Glad they’ve reopened with outdoor dining
HB
HarrietB
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
My turkey sandwich was delicious With plenty of turkey on crispy wheat bread. Instructions regarding an allergy was heeded. Outdoor dining was so appreciated .
FO
FOODIEFORLIFE
Palm Springs
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were shopping at Nordstrom and decided to try Ruscello for lunch. Their outdoor patio was very nice and set up for social distancing. Menu choices were abundant with excellent service. I like their tomato bisque soup and Burrata Cheese salad with heirloom tomatoes. Its worth a visit if you are in the area.
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Lunchlady
Orange County
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a great place for lunch. I highly recommend the Small Gem Caesar and Asian Chicken Salad. The service is excellent and sitting on the patio is very pleasant!
SP
SimplePalate
San Francisco
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience4
Celebrated their opening to walk-in dining. Did need to make reservation (thanks Open Table) and limited menu. Service was excellent, especially considering the circumstances. Felt safe from the virus there since adequately distanced, staff wore masks and were careful, and cleaning was conscientious and thorough. Pasta was very good and the freshly baked dinner rolls are a treat as usual Unfortunately, they are closed again thanks to the idiot maskless ones who are assaulting the public with virus and with their crazy delusions and attitudes
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience2
They could tell we were celebrating a birthday but did nothing to acknowledge it, not even a “happy birthday” Ambiance is fair Big booth was nice Food was pretty good
CF
CynthiaF
Orange County
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
My reservation was not in Ruscello’s reservation system, however we were accommodated in a timely manner. Service is always great!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice food, reasonable prices and friendly staff.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Never eaten there before and didn't know what to expect. Very pleasantly surprised. Crisp delicious caesar salad and delicious chicken and pasta dish. Prompt service so we could get to the symphony on time.
JC
JulieC
Orange County
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect place for ladies night out/ birthday celebration because we were not rushed out and it was wonderfully quiet for us to have conversation.
KW
KevanW
Los Angeles
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great tasty food!
SW
ShirleyW
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would definitely recommend Ruscello - you can eat a great lunch and then go shopping at Nordstrom - nothing better than that!
BC
BettyCR
Orange County
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall3food5service2ambience4
Our service could have been better. Our server never came back after she picked up the signed receipt. We didn't get a refill on our coffee. The food was really good.
J
Julia
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
So authentically Italian. It reminded me of a friend’s cooking from the old country.
C
Chrisfromsb
Orange County
38 reviews
vip
4.0
38 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great place for meeting friends for lunch when you live in North OC and friends are in South OC
DS
DeborahS
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food at very reasonable prices. Music a little irritating but otherwise a pleasant dining experience.
m
mikem
Orange County
33 reviews
vip
2.0
33 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience2
Happy Hour very poor ...drinks, food choices, food quality & service lacking! ...won’t be back!
LW
LeeW
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoying coming here for lunch or dinner with friends. Food is always great and we can have a pleasant conversation!
ET
ElsaT
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent lunch spot! The food and service were amazing. We all had the salmon nicoise salad and will definitely be ordering that again! Hidden gem inside Nordstrom
t
terrib
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great place to have either lunch or dinner. The food is good and the service is good as well.
HB
HBres1
Orange County
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were very surprised, amd pleased with our experience. The food was great, hot, and served in good time. Very original and unusual. Our server, Brendan was great! He was attentive, knowledgeable and accommodating. I would definitely recommend.
j
jthogg
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Service is impeccable here. Was with my nieces: 3 and 1 and the server brought fruit for them without me asking, before I had even buckled them in high chairs. Food is always spot on but service puts it over the top.
JM
JoyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Been there many times. Never disappointed in any aspect. Food, service, value . . .outstanding. Noise slightly more tolerable than most restaurants. Still, ASK kindly to have the music it turned down a little bit. We did. They did. How rare is THAT?
LD
LinDen
Orange County
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent hostess. Good food. Arrived early and enjoyed a great lunch.
RS
RichardS
Orange County
18 reviews
vip
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
The food was fresh and flavorful. Service was great. A bit noisy, but it was expected for a lunch crowd.
F
Foodie88
Los Angeles
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great service and delicious food! I got the shrimp arugula salad but since I hate arugula I was able to substitute for romaine instead. It was light and refreshing and every ingredient tasted fresh, including the shrimp! I do wish they were a bit bigger or a couple more of them, however.
JG
JulieG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The weather was beautiful. Party of 7, our group sat outside in the patio and the server was attentative. The manager, Chris?... was extremely helpful and also attentative. He visited our group multiple times to make sure we had enough silverware, plates and our drinks were refilled. Great experience. Good prices and food was delicious.
JL
JudiL
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience3
Ruscello is our go-to place before the theater. The food is always great and the service, always excellent. Selfishly hoping the crowds that go to the theatre as we do, don't find out about it TOO soon. I highly recommend it!
CL
CarenL
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2019
overall3food2service3ambience3
The cilantro lime chicken salad is usually my "go to." But this time the chicken was so dry that I couldn't eat it and the salad seemed to be only lettuce and corn .Very Disappointing,
ES
ElsineS
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2019
overall5food4service4ambience4
Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch. Service was excellent and food delicious
MS
MSMKUM
Orange County
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
I made the reservation for party 3 thru Open Table. When we arrived at the restaurant the host took us to two seat table. One of my friends could not make it to the lunch after all but the host should have aware that my original reservation was for party 3, not 2.
CC
CCAT
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great ambiance, feels very open with lots of windows to the outside. Food was excellent.
M
Madarin
Orange County
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always have excellent service, and great food. Good for children as well.
t
terrib
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ruscello's is always a great place to have a meal whether it is lunch or dinner.
s
suzy
Orange County
34 reviews
vip
3.0
34 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2018
overall3food3service5ambience4
I found my steak to be lukewarm and not charred enough for a steak. also for the price it only came with broccoli. Also the lighting there can be garish and annoying. I felt I was under a spot light at the table. Very uncomfortable and too glaring. They need to lower the lighting and keep it consistent. Also I hate waiting for a table when the place is nearly empty. I miss the previous resteraunt where we ordered our own. I’d rather wait in line.
A
Ash11
Orange County
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2018
overall4food5service1ambience4
We were rushed and while we were still eating the waitress drop the check. We wanted to have more drinks. Even she wanted us to pay quick and keep coming to the table

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Contactless payment available

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Ruscello - Nordstrom South Coast Plaza is rated 4.5 stars by 125 OpenTable diners.

Ruscello - Nordstrom South Coast Plaza does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.