How is Rustic Tavern restaurant rated?

Name: Rustic Tavern
Address: 3576 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA, United States, 94549
Telephone: (925) 385-0559
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

Rustic Tavern

4.2

609 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Executive Chef Gary Rust brings an exceptional level of culinary experince to the heart of Lafayette. A large focus on sustainable, organic and locally sourced ingredients are combined with a relaxed, casual, elegant atmosphere to offer an unmatched dining experience.With lunch offerings from unique salads, homemade pastas, organic chicken and the best burger in town to an incredible dinner menu featuring great starters, a grass fed New York Steak and fresh fish hand cut daily to ensure the highest quality........also, house made french fries!! Enjoy our full bar or let our staff take care of you on our spacious outdoor patio or in our comfortable dining room.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Lunch: Tu-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm Dinner: Tu-Th 5:00pm-9:00pm Dinner: Fr-Sa 5:00pm-10:00pm Dinner: Su 5:00pm-9:00pm Brunch: Su 10:00am-2:00pm
Phone number
(925) 385-0559
Website
http://www.rustictavernlafayette.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gary Rust
Catering
We will customize the menu and cater to your parties needs. From a 2-course meal to a 5 course chefs tasting with wine pairings.
Private party facilities
Our rustic motif is perfect for any celebration. The interior holds up to 70 guests and we have a lovely flower filled patio that seats 25. Whether it is an intimate occasion or a large celebration Rustic Tavern is a perfect choice.
Private party contact
Tressa Rust: (925) 385-0559

Location
3576 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549
Neighborhood
Lafayette
Cross street
Oak Hill Road
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Soup of the Day$9.00
Mix Greens House Salad$8.50
Sherry wine vinaigrette, shaved seasonal vegetables
Wild Arugula-Radicchio Salad$12.50
Asian pear, PT. Reyes cheese, Pomegranate, toasted almonds
Lacinato Kale Salad$11.00
Farro, currants, tangerine, pine nuts, feta cheese
Organic Beet Salad$12.50
Frisée, shaved breakfast radish, granny smith apple, feta, smoked bacon vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$10.00
Whole leaf romaine, parmesan cheese, garlic crostini
Pei Mussels$14.50
Heirloom tomato saffron broth, crostini grilled garlic bread additional crostini grilled garlic bread available upon request
House Cold Smoked King Salmon$13.50
Crème fraîche, caper berry, red onion, shaved fennel, rye toast

RT Signature Sandwiches

Grilled Natural Chicken Breast Sandwich$12.00
Avocado, pickled onion, heirloom tomato, harissa aioli
House Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich$14.00
Pickled jalapeño, house slaw, fried pickle
Rustic Tavern Burger$14.50
Smoked apple wood bacon, BBQ bourbon onions, aged cheddar, pickles
House Smoked Cubano$14.50
Rosemary ham, pork shoulder, dill pickle, swiss cheese, whole grain dijon aioli
Crispy Cod Fish Sandwich$14.00
Beer batter, little gem lettuce, heirloom tomato, house remoulade
Roasted Vegetable Sandwich$12.00
Portobello mushrooms, squash, red onion, eggplant, sundried tomato tapenade

Lunch Entrees

Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad$16.00
Smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, egg, PT Reyes blue cheese
Niman Ranch Grass Fed NY Steak$32.00
Beech mushroom, yukon gold potato, spring onion, green peppercorn-cabernet reduction
Grilled King Salmon$26.50
Heirloom bean ragout, citrus-pomegranate-relish, micro cilantro
Fresh in House-Made Fettuccine Carbonara$19.50
English peas, crispy pork belly, poached farm egg, grated parmesan
Fresh in House-Made Vegetarian Pasta$18.00
Asparagus, Smoked Bell Pepper, Mushrooms, Spring Onion, Lemon, Chives, Chevre

What 609 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.1Service
3.9Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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explorer
San Francisco
109 reviews
vip
4.0
109 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
Explorer - I had lunch here with two friends. We each had a different large salad. I had a Caesar Salad with added chicken. It was very good, not outstanding. The service was excellent, timely, helpful, very courteous, and gracious. We also liked that they have a free parking lot right beside the place and outdoor seating in front in good weather. This is my second time there and yes, I intend to go back.
O
Oldgael
San Francisco
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience3
Creative Menu. Healthy options. Solid service. Parking lot is a plus for traffic and parking challenged Lafayette.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2017
overall4food4service2ambience2
Rustic Table NO LONGER USES Open Table. Although they were able to seat us they had no record of the open table reservation.
e
edddiew
San Francisco
181 reviews
vip
4.0
181 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
A very nice neighbourhood restaurant
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2017
overall3food3service4ambience3
Everything was OK. We all expected more.
DS
DavidS
San Francisco
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great casual dining spot with pretty upscale menu. The food was consistently good plus, with a particularly excellent lamb shank paired with a recommended red wine that was excellent.
TB
TedB
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. The Cubano sandwich was the best I have had. My friends all had the hamburger and all commented how happy they were that they were each cooked to order (medium rare) and delicious! The complimentary hot fudge sundae for the birthday guest was a special treat.
LE
LetsEat
San Francisco
177 reviews
vip
5.0
177 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a very hot day and the a/c in the restaurant was not working well so the hostess suggested we take an outside table AND she comped our drinks! The service was excellent and food too. Two of us had Mary's chicken....outstanding! The sole was equally as good. We started with heirloom tomato salad at the recommendation of Tony, our waiter, and we were glad we ordered it. For dessert, we shared the chocolate creme brûlée. It was perfect. Highly recommend this neighborhood restaurant.
B
Bill
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our party was 7 in total and our waiter handled it like a pro. Very friendly. Always had good advise for our selections or choice comparisons. The food was AMAZING! I had the daily special of smoked boneless short rib which was outstanding. My wife had the Sole and she highly recommended it. Drinks were very good as well and the desert was good. Ambiance and service was the best part followed by really good food.
P
Pirategirl
San Francisco
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience3
Really enjoyed the food, but too noisey. Hard to hear as the acoustics are really bad. Loved the cocktails. Just a little too loud!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 26, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
My girlfriend & I came in to have my parents & her mother meet for the first time. We had wonderful service from the waitstaff as well as the owners. The ambiance was lovely & unpretentious. The food was prepared perfectly to order & everyone couldn't wait for the deserts. I cannot say how amazing the experience was. I can't wait to go back.
GR
GailR
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2017
overall4food4service2ambience3
Good food, but service was slow. Got our salads, then about 30 minute wait for main, then had to ask for our check after waiting another 20minutes after eating.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
We ALWAYS have a fantastic meal when we go there.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 20, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Still our favorite place east of the tunnel. Superb food, family-like caring staff. Quiet hidden gem.
CW
ClarkW
San Francisco
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2017
overall3food2service4ambience4
My wife and I often/usually order their wonderful fettuccine as we did this time. In our past 4-5 visits, it was outstanding. This time we both agreed that it was soggy, pretty tasteless and shockingly disappointing, which sort of spoiled the experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
Always a pleasure to bring family and/or friends here. Staff is top notch--friendly, informative, imaginative when the occasion calls for innovation.
t
tom1938
San Francisco
117 reviews
5.0
117 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Service is always friendly and the food and drinks are outstanding. One of the best in Lafayette.
AH
AnnaH
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our second dining experience at the Rustic Tavern and we are sure glad we brought more people to enjoy our luncheon. My blackened salmon was done to perfection being flavorful and moist. My husband had the Rustic Tavern burger which was delicious and very plentiful. Salads were fresh and beautifully done and love the deserts . Homemade organic mint chip ice cream with chocolate sauce and we couldn't resist the crème Brule topped with a orange zest. Yum! Our server was excellent and quick. Thank you Chris.
E
Enjoyingthefood
San Francisco
123 reviews
vip
4.0
123 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
Standard upscale "American" cuisine like burgers, salmon, and fettuccine carbonara. All well presented and tasty. Service was the highlight-friendly and prompt. Place has a little parking which is a big plus and an outdoor patio blocked off nicely from the sidewalk.
T
Trosson
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were celebrating our wedding anniversary. It was perfect! Food was amazing, our server was so friendly- we will be back and we definitely recommend it!
S
Sher
Sacramento
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food and drink options were fantastic. Service was good overall though we could have used a couple more check-ins from the wait staff. The place was very warm inside.
e
explorer
San Francisco
109 reviews
vip
5.0
109 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Explorer - My husband and I met a friend for lunch. We first split a green salad which was delicious. Then we each had a sandwich. I had to take the pickled onions off my chicken sandwich but then it was quite good. We then shared a dessert which was also very good. Since it was a nice day there were more patrons sitting outside than in but we chose inside so it was very quiet. Yes, I would recommend it. The service was quite friendly and excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Simply a marvelous dinner ... PEI mussels in an perfectly matched broth and petrale sole to die for served on rich/creamy polenta. Can't remember having such delightful dinner on a night that started with just, "Hey ... Want to go out for dinner?" We dine out often in Walnut Creek, Danville, Oakland (Rockridge & Uptown), Berkeley and San Francisco and this Lafayette restaurant is right up there with the best of them. Can't wait to go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, the drinks were awesome. The bartender was excellent! Our server was very interactive with our group. The shortribs we're off -the -hook delicious. We eat here frequently and are never disappointed with the amazing service or the quality of food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 1, 2017
overall3food3service4ambience4
Cute place. Menu sounded amazing but good was very underwhelming in comparison to prices. Probably won't go back.
S
Shadow
San Francisco
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience4
The food is always fantastic and well prepared however, it would be nice to see some changes to the menu besides the daily special.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of our favorite restaurants in the area. Always friendly, attentive, and the food was especially good last night!
L
Lily
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food is consistently good and healthy and on trend. Always get a satisfied meal. Very friendly hosts and servers. Love going here.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 21, 2017
overall4food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful but the air conditioning. Really too hot.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2017
overall3food3service4ambience1
I agree with the diner who said the place was boiling HOT!! Went for Father's Day (which was a very hot day) & they had zero air conditioning! The waiter gave a weak excuse that it's an old building. Ever heard of fixing the unit or perhaps it needs a new one? At any rate, will NOT go back during summer months unless they fix their air conditioner!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2017
overall1food4service2ambience1
Way too hot inside. Miserable...covered in sweat.
w
whatupchuk
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our "go to" place for Birthdays and Anniversaries - everyone is extremely nice, they take just enough time for the food, service is unbelievably fantastic, food is amazing... seriously amazing!! My wife and I adore this place and will continue to build memories as we go again and again. ALSO, for our 8 year anniversary, they put a little card on our table and got us the best table in the house.
B
Bobs
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always enjoy dining at the tavern. Always busy yet more often than not I can get a table or bar seats to enjoy a spontaneous visit. Outdoor dining is great, and meals are always tasty and have a chef's touch. Quality mixed drinks by Bartender Z and a good wine list that steers away from the ordinary.
GC
GilC
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was excellent, first time for guests and they thoroughly enjoyed dinner. Jose was attentive and fun.
JU
JohnU
San Francisco
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Such a great centrally located east bay restaurant to meet for business lunch. Great sandwiches, but all the lunch entrees are really good. They present a diverse and interesting menu.
RA
RobA
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience5
In June, Rustic Tavern features Brentwood corn. I had the corn chowder and smoked pork served over polenta and whole kernels of Brentwood corn. Both where delicious. I will definitely go back to Rustic Tavern again!
f
fran
San Francisco
22 reviews
3.0
22 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2017
overall3food3service3ambience4
Menu choices were minimal. Waitress seemed overwhelmed and took time to refill drinks. Cute place
RD
RobinD
Columbus
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience5
Rustic Tavern has good food and the ambiance is great. My only complaint is the condiments for Burgers. They do not have yellow mustard, which is a must for a burger, and they have a strange ketchup that is tastes more like barbecue sauce than ketchup. Otherwise, our waiter was fantastic as he was very attentive. I would highly recommend this place.
DL
DanaL
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had two families with teenage boys (big appetites). Everyone enjoyed their meal. It was surprisingly (only because we hadn't known about this place) great!
DJ
DonaldJ
Denver
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Everytime we've eaten there we've enjoyed the cuisine, libations and overall atmosphere. It's always an excellent place to enjoy, and definitely one that we'll continue to enjoy!

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3576 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549

Additional information

Cross street
Oak Hill Road
Neighborhood
Lafayette
Hours of operation
Lunch: Tu-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm Dinner: Tu-Th 5:00pm-9:00pm Dinner: Fr-Sa 5:00pm-10:00pm Dinner: Su 5:00pm-9:00pm Brunch: Su 10:00am-2:00pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Gary Rust
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.rustictavernlafayette.com/
Phone number
(925) 385-0559
Catering
We will customize the menu and cater to your parties needs. From a 2-course meal to a 5 course chefs tasting with wine pairings.
Private party facilities
Our rustic motif is perfect for any celebration. The interior holds up to 70 guests and we have a lovely flower filled patio that seats 25. Whether it is an intimate occasion or a large celebration Rustic Tavern is a perfect choice.
Private party contact
Tressa Rust: (925) 385-0559

Rustic Tavern

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Additional information

Appetizer

Soup of the Day$9.00

Mix Greens House Salad$8.50

Wild Arugula-Radicchio Salad$12.50

Lacinato Kale Salad$11.00

Organic Beet Salad$12.50

Caesar Salad$10.00

Pei Mussels$14.50

House Cold Smoked King Salmon$13.50

RT Signature Sandwiches

Grilled Natural Chicken Breast Sandwich$12.00

House Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich$14.00

Rustic Tavern Burger$14.50

House Smoked Cubano$14.50

Crispy Cod Fish Sandwich$14.00

Roasted Vegetable Sandwich$12.00

Lunch Entrees

Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad$16.00

Niman Ranch Grass Fed NY Steak$32.00

Grilled King Salmon$26.50

Fresh in House-Made Fettuccine Carbonara$19.50

Fresh in House-Made Vegetarian Pasta$18.00

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