We love Cucina Rustica! The food is superb, a tad expensive but worth it, as the food is excellent! The service is prompt, friendly, and excellent.
Laura Wassinger
I brought a group of 13 to the restaurant and we enjoyed ourselves immensely. The food was delicious! Our server was wonderful! Everything was great until I went to pay my bill. Then I wanted to use 2 credit cards. Camille, the owner, actually scolded me and said I should have told the sever from the start. When I questioned her about her attitude her response was, ”I’m Italian, that’s how we are.” I responded that I, too, am Italian, and would never conduct myself that way. It was a horrifying end to a lovely evening that cost me $60. In fact I imagine all those I brought w/me spent the same or more. I might go again because of the food and but would NEVER bring a group in case any of my guests were treated that way. This person should not be interacting with the public.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karla Woolverton
They do not pour. 1st waiter was crabby or frustrated or having a bad day. Food was awesome will be
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
Shauna D.
Always great! The tortellini is incredible, love the garlic cream sauce! Definitely call ahead and make reservations.
Clint B.
Just the Best , service-Food melts in your mouth, price so much more for your money- Very Clean a Great place for the whole family or a romantic dinner for two !!! 10 stars .
Barbara Hegreberg
Fantastic food & server!!! But the hostess was a bit rude.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagna
Erik Carlsen
Always an absolutely wonderful meal, and the service is second to none. The owners are always making the rounds to make sure everything is up to their standards. Love my dining experience time after time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
lisa y.
Amazing food and excellent wines. Great owners, as well. 10/10. It's a great find in downtown Crystal Lake.
G Olsen
The Spanish Lasagna pinwheel with vodka sauce was amazing! 5 star all day. However, I knew I was in trouble when they offered their pasta carbonara 2 ways, creamy or original. anybody that's made that pasta knows that carbonara only comes one way...creamy. I wish I could tell you they used pancetta, but it was so thin I assume it was prosciutto. Zero stars for that dish. Over all? I'd go back to try some of the other dishes for sure.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Cynthia Dajka
Wonderful food & service. We got there at 4:20 for a very early dinner since we had to be at a game at 6 PM. We did not make a reservation because it was so early. They were booked solid, but we were fortunate to get a table. Dillon, our server, was terrific. The food was delicious. We will definitely be back, but next time, we will be certain to make a reservation!
Took my wife here for valentine's day and it was fantastic. The food and drinks were amazing, great appetizers and great service, if you want real Italian this is the place to go.We will be back for sure.
Maddie N.
I called to cancel a reservation "hi I was just calling to cancel my reservation for tonig..." and a hostess cuts me off and says " off course you did". After yelling this at me in a passive tone, she hung up. Disappointing because I do really enjoy their food, but it is not worth supporting terrible customer service.
lisa Cauldren
We loved our baked clams, pasta, veal marsala and best of all the tiramisu. The service was fabulous and the owner sat with us and talked about our home towns in Italy as we drank Lemon cello! Definitely make a reservation, the best food! Ciao!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John K.
DaBaffone has been a long time favorite authentic Italian restaurant. This is a family owned restaurant that treats you like your family. It's a small, quaint restaurant that can get loud when it is busy. The service is fantastic! And the ambience with the high ceilings and exposed brick walls are very pleasant. the portion sizes are huge. You definitely get your moneys worth here. There is not a better Italian restaurant anywhere nearby. Don't forget some tiramisu and a shot of lemoncello at the end of your meal. Enjoy!!!
Sam Mosolino
We have been coming to da Buffone since the opening and the experience continues to outpace any other Italian restaurant in the area. The consistent quality of the food, service and presence of staff members like Raymond and owner Camille make this a gem that we are lucky to have here in Crystal Lake.
We love Cucina Rustica! The food is superb, a tad expensive but worth it, as the food is excellent! The service is prompt, friendly, and excellent.
I brought a group of 13 to the restaurant and we enjoyed ourselves immensely. The food was delicious! Our server was wonderful! Everything was great until I went to pay my bill. Then I wanted to use 2 credit cards. Camille, the owner, actually scolded me and said I should have told the sever from the start. When I questioned her about her attitude her response was, ”I’m Italian, that’s how we are.” I responded that I, too, am Italian, and would never conduct myself that way. It was a horrifying end to a lovely evening that cost me $60. In fact I imagine all those I brought w/me spent the same or more. I might go again because of the food and but would NEVER bring a group in case any of my guests were treated that way. This person should not be interacting with the public.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They do not pour. 1st waiter was crabby or frustrated or having a bad day. Food was awesome will be
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
Always great! The tortellini is incredible, love the garlic cream sauce! Definitely call ahead and make reservations.
Just the Best , service-Food melts in your mouth, price so much more for your money- Very Clean a Great place for the whole family or a romantic dinner for two !!! 10 stars .
Fantastic food & server!!! But the hostess was a bit rude.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagna
Always an absolutely wonderful meal, and the service is second to none. The owners are always making the rounds to make sure everything is up to their standards. Love my dining experience time after time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food and excellent wines. Great owners, as well. 10/10. It's a great find in downtown Crystal Lake.
The Spanish Lasagna pinwheel with vodka sauce was amazing! 5 star all day. However, I knew I was in trouble when they offered their pasta carbonara 2 ways, creamy or original. anybody that's made that pasta knows that carbonara only comes one way...creamy. I wish I could tell you they used pancetta, but it was so thin I assume it was prosciutto. Zero stars for that dish. Over all? I'd go back to try some of the other dishes for sure.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Wonderful food & service. We got there at 4:20 for a very early dinner since we had to be at a game at 6 PM. We did not make a reservation because it was so early. They were booked solid, but we were fortunate to get a table. Dillon, our server, was terrific. The food was delicious. We will definitely be back, but next time, we will be certain to make a reservation!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Took my wife here for valentine's day and it was fantastic. The food and drinks were amazing, great appetizers and great service, if you want real Italian this is the place to go.We will be back for sure.
I called to cancel a reservation "hi I was just calling to cancel my reservation for tonig..." and a hostess cuts me off and says " off course you did". After yelling this at me in a passive tone, she hung up. Disappointing because I do really enjoy their food, but it is not worth supporting terrible customer service.
We loved our baked clams, pasta, veal marsala and best of all the tiramisu. The service was fabulous and the owner sat with us and talked about our home towns in Italy as we drank Lemon cello! Definitely make a reservation, the best food! Ciao!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
DaBaffone has been a long time favorite authentic Italian restaurant. This is a family owned restaurant that treats you like your family. It's a small, quaint restaurant that can get loud when it is busy. The service is fantastic! And the ambience with the high ceilings and exposed brick walls are very pleasant. the portion sizes are huge. You definitely get your moneys worth here. There is not a better Italian restaurant anywhere nearby. Don't forget some tiramisu and a shot of lemoncello at the end of your meal. Enjoy!!!
We have been coming to da Buffone since the opening and the experience continues to outpace any other Italian restaurant in the area. The consistent quality of the food, service and presence of staff members like Raymond and owner Camille make this a gem that we are lucky to have here in Crystal Lake.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5