4.1
Good
153 Reviews
211 North 8th Street, Boise
Customers’ favorites
- Biscotti with Espresso Ganache and Creme Anglaise
- Grilled Peach Salad
- Pasta Carbonara
- Grande Meatball
“Had a fantastic dinner at Rustica in downtown Boise. The arancini were great, but the ravioli was the standout. Probably the best ravioli I’ve had. It wasn’t exactly traditional, but it was incredible, and the crispy kale on top was a great touch. My wife had the baked pasta blanco, which was like an elevated baked mac and cheese. The texture was perfect. We were disappointed they had run out of tiramisu, but the olive oil cake ended up being one of the best desserts I’ve had in Boise. The lemon and honey from the pollen were fantastic, and I don’t even like desserts! A special shoutout to our server, Jenna, who really made the experience. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and wines, took the time to explain everything in detail, and gave us excellent wine pairing recommendations. What stood out most was how genuinely enthusiastic she was about the food. Her recommendations felt personal rather than scripted. She even shared the history of the building, which was such a nice touch. Our whole table loved the meal, and the service made the experience that much better. I usually don’t feel like eating out is worth the price, but this absolutely was. We’ll definitely be back, and hopefully we get Jenna again!”