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Rustica Ristorante - Chester, Chester, CT

Rustica Ristorante - Chester

4.7
4.7
1321 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
189 Middlesex Turnpike, Chester, CT 06412

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Authentic Italian Food!!!


UNDER THE STATE LAW DUE TO COVID-19, RUSTICA RISTORANTE HAS IMPLEMENTED HEALTHY AND SAFE PRECAUTIONS FOR OUR EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS. OUR OUTDOOR SEATING ALLOWS YOU TO INTERACT WITH EACH OTHER SAFELY

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Chester
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

What 1,321 people are saying

Rustica Ristorante - Chester reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rustica Ristorante in Chester is a "hidden gem" offering "exceptional homemade pasta" and "consistently excellent" food and service. Guests appreciate the "warm, inviting atmosphere" and "friendly staff," making it a "go-to restaurant." Though some mention "slow service," the "delicious specials" and "authentic Italian cuisine" keep diners returning.

1,321 Reviews
  1. Maria VIP

    New York City14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is very good. The restaurant has a surprising charm.

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  2. Lou VIP

    New York City18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Continues to be the best go-to restaurant favorite!!

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  3. Pam

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always very enjoyable. Always wonderful service. Always great food

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  4. Janet

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great, service fast and friendly. We would definitely go back

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  5. CDL50 VIP

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rustica is a warm inviting restaurant, as are the owners and wait staff, the food was delicious , it is a jewel in the Centerbrook area

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  6. thomas VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Drinks were expensive and had little alcohol in them. Both had lasagna. Tiny portion of Noddles with cheese no meat except bolognese sause on top no spices.

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  7. Jane

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic pasta, all homemade. Lasagna Bolognese was outstanding.

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  8. Maritza

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing! Staff were personable, super friendly! Prices reasonable.

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  9. C . VIP

    Connecticut127 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    A bit of an off night at Rustica- need more servers and pasta dishes were not the same. Maybe a change in the kitchen? Still one of our favorites in the area.

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  10. Jason VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Homemade pasta. Fresh ingredients. Great desserts. My one issue: If you’re going to have a special old fashioned on the menu you should invest in the solo big square ice cube or ice ball.

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FAQs

Rustica Ristorante - Chester offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 526-9021.

Rustica Ristorante - Chester is rated 4.7 stars by 1321 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Connecticut
  4. Middlesex
  5. Chester

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Rustica Ristorante - Chester

189 Middlesex Turnpike, Chester, CT 06412

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Chester
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
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