Rustico - Ballston

3.9 (1213)

$30 and under

American

4075 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for craft beers
Good for groups

Rustico is the quintessential neighborhood pub in the heart of Ballston in Arlington, Virginia. The menu features seasonal, hearty American fare from a wood-fired oven and grill, including pizzas and rotisserie meats, along with other rustic cuisine using the freshest local ingredients available. There"s also no mistaking Rustico's love for barley & hops! The bar's focal point is a custom galvanized bar with 40 brilliant taps book-ended by two massive coolers holding more than 400 different types of ales, lagers, ciders and stouts.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(571) 384-1820
Website
http://www.rusticorestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Angel Gonzales
Private party facilities
Host your next event at Rustico Ballston! located within walking distance of the Ballston metro, Rustico Ballston’s private dining room and bar are waiting for you!
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
4075 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
Neighborhood
Arlington
Cross street
Randolph
Parking details
On Street - Metered, Pay Garage located under building. Entrance off Randolph Street.
Public transit
Ballston-MU Metrorail station;# ART routes serving Ballston- * ART 41 * ART 42 * ART 51 * ART 52 * ART 53 * ART 62 Metrobus routes serving Ballston, * 1BCDEFZ * 2ABCG * 10B * 22A * 23AC * 25A,C,D * 25B * 38B
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Orange Creme Fraiche Panna Cotta$8.00
Fresh Blood Orange, Blood Orange Gel, Crunchy Pistachio Bark
Gluten Free Chocolate Brownie$9.00
Vanilla Whipped Cream, Chocolate Syrup, Candied Pecans
Tiramisu$9.00
Coffee Soaked Cake, Mascarpone Cream, Whipped Mocha Ganache
Rustico Donuts$8.00
Served Warm w/ Chocolate Fudge Sauce
Rustico Root Beer Float$8.00
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream & Root Beer
Ice Cream & Sorbets$5.00
Ask Server for Seasonal Selection
Gelato$6.00
Ask Server for Seasonal Selection

Wines

Sparkling

Belle Jardin Blanc de Blancs | France | NV$9.00
Innocent Bystander Pink Moscato | Australia | NV$10.00

White

Fleur du Cap Chenin Blanc | South Africa | 2017$10.00
Istà Pinot Grigio delle Venezie | Italy | 2017$9.00
Rayun Sauvignon Blanc | Chile | 2015$9.00
Cambria "Katherine's Vineyard" Chardonnay | California | 2016$11.00
Foris Chardonnay | Oregon | 2016$12.00

Rosé

Radley & Finch Rosé | South Africa | 2018$9.00
Guilhem Rosé | France | 2017$9.00

Red

Nielson Pinot Noir | California | 2014$13.00
Love Oregon Pinot Noir | Oregon | 2014$14.00
Krum Merlot | Bulgaria | 2014$12.00
Gauchezco Malbec | Argentina | 2017$9.00
Drumheller Cabernet Sauvignon | Washington | 2016$10.00
Cucao Cabernet Sauvignon | Chile | 2014$9.00
Fleur du Cap Pinotage | South Africa | 2015$12.00

Ports

C.N. Kopke 10 Year Tawny$12.00
Bodegas Yuste Aurora$12.00

What 1,213 people are saying

Rustico - Ballston reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
3.8Service
3.9Ambience
3.8Value

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1,199 Reviews

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FoggyBottomMom VIP
Washington, D.C. Area20 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 21, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The food was ok, so if I was just rating the food I might return. Our sever was oblivious and uncaring. We were just a transaction to him. Maybe because we were taking advantage of Arlington restaurant week? He took our order, and he did get it right, but never came back to check on us. Our dessert course was delivered to our table two minutes after our entrées had arrived. They just left it on the table and didn’t even bother to pick up the dirty dishes from the appetizer course. The ice cream was melting by the time we hit our dessert. Donuts were supposed to be served with three sauces and we only got one. No servers around to complain to and at that point we didn’t think it was worth it. Long after we finished our meal the server reappeared to give us our check. We gave him a low tip,indicating we wanted a printed receipt, yet oblivious as over, the server didn’t even register! The Alexandria location had better service last time we went. Never coming back to the Ballston location.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta9 reviews
1.0
Dined on October 15, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The food was great! We had the steak, burger and bruschetta. The wine and beer were delicious, the glassware was really cute too. We were sadly very disappointed by the customer service. Our first waitress completely forgot about us after delivering our drinks. We waited 25+ minutes before finally asking what looked like the manager on shift to order food. He took our order, brought our food in a timely manner but then ultimately forgot about us after that too. Another almost 25 minutes went by and we finally asked for the bill. He comped one of our drinks and thanked us for our patience which was a nice touch but overall we were disappointed and will likely not dine in again.
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ArlingtonFoodie
Washington, D.C. Area27 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 27, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed the setting and the food - we had the carrot dip, Hawaiian pizza and salads - all yummy!
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Asdfghjkl
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on September 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was great. The service was mediocre. We sat against a far wall that curiously had the lights removed but the wire conduits were still there. That made it very dark and hard to see the food. Would I go back? Yes, for the food. And weather permitting, I would sit outside and try my luck for better service.
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Anonymous VIP
Washington, D.C. Area208 reviews
3.0
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food wasn’t bad, we had the calamari appetizer and the gnocchi and the steak frites. Service wasn’t bad. We sat at a high top table in the bar. The weather was cooler so a lot of people ate outside on the patio. In the bar, there seemed to be a few people watching the games on the TV. Not too loud. The only complaint was that even though we were inside, it seemed a bit warm. Not much air flow. It may have been cooler to eat outside.
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Jassie VIP
Washington, D.C. Area32 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is a great date night location. Ambiance is romantic and they also have outdoor seating.
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SelectiveSuburbanite VIP
Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews
2.0
Dined on August 9, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Overall bad experience. The food and drinks were fine, but service was rude and bad. We would not return.
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MBtzx
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
2.0
Dined on August 6, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The kitchen was broken so the restaurant was extremely hot. The wait staff was super slow to the point where we had to wait almost an entire hour without getting water refills. The food was alright. The ambiance was very dark to the point where I could not see what was on my food.
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powder
Washington, D.C. Area11 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Landon was a fantastic waiter, and the food was all great!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Philadelphia County28 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Food was wonderful. Happy hour specials were good.
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FAQs

Rustico - Ballston offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Rustico - Ballston also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (571) 384-1820.

Rustico - Ballston is rated 3.9 stars by 1213 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

4075 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

Additional information

Cross street
Randolph
Neighborhood
Arlington
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On Street - Metered, Pay Garage located under building. Entrance off Randolph Street.
Public transit
Ballston-MU Metrorail station;# ART routes serving Ballston- * ART 41 * ART 42 * ART 51 * ART 52 * ART 53 * ART 62 Metrobus routes serving Ballston, * 1BCDEFZ * 2ABCG * 10B * 22A * 23AC * 25A,C,D * 25B * 38B
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Angel Gonzales
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.rusticorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(571) 384-1820
Private party facilities
Host your next event at Rustico Ballston! located within walking distance of the Ballston metro, Rustico Ballston’s private dining room and bar are waiting for you!

Rustico - Ballston

About this restaurant

Permanently Closed

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Sweets

Orange Creme Fraiche Panna Cotta$8.00

Gluten Free Chocolate Brownie$9.00

Tiramisu$9.00

Rustico Donuts$8.00

Rustico Root Beer Float$8.00

Ice Cream & Sorbets$5.00

Gelato$6.00

Wines

Sparkling

Belle Jardin Blanc de Blancs | France | NV$9.00

Innocent Bystander Pink Moscato | Australia | NV$10.00

White

Fleur du Cap Chenin Blanc | South Africa | 2017$10.00

Istà Pinot Grigio delle Venezie | Italy | 2017$9.00

Rayun Sauvignon Blanc | Chile | 2015$9.00

Cambria "Katherine's Vineyard" Chardonnay | California | 2016$11.00

Foris Chardonnay | Oregon | 2016$12.00

Rosé

Radley & Finch Rosé | South Africa | 2018$9.00

Guilhem Rosé | France | 2017$9.00

Red

Nielson Pinot Noir | California | 2014$13.00

Love Oregon Pinot Noir | Oregon | 2014$14.00

Krum Merlot | Bulgaria | 2014$12.00

Gauchezco Malbec | Argentina | 2017$9.00

Drumheller Cabernet Sauvignon | Washington | 2016$10.00

Cucao Cabernet Sauvignon | Chile | 2014$9.00

Fleur du Cap Pinotage | South Africa | 2015$12.00

Ports

C.N. Kopke 10 Year Tawny$12.00

Bodegas Yuste Aurora$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Rustico - Ballston offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Rustico - Ballston restaurant rated?

Permanently Closed

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