Caffè Rustica | Italian
$$$ • Italian, Mediterranean, PizzaAbout Caffè Rustica | Italian
Customers' Favorites
Warm Bread w Dipping Sauce
Goat Cheese and Beets Salad
Shrimp Scampi on Risotto
Sweet Thai Chili Shrimp
Onion Soup Au Gratin
Chicken Saltimbocca
Melanzane Arrabiata
Gemelli Bolognese
Stuffed Mushrooms
Sicilian Meatball
Caffè Rustica | Italian Reviews
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So far the best restaurant we have had in upstate, everything was delicious, and the service was very good, our server Colden was very attentive and had great knowledge about the food, we’ll definitely be back.
Just absolutely incredible food. Everything we ordered was phenomenal. Highly recommend, worth every dollar.
Visiting from out of town and we luckily had dinner here!! The food was perfection and if we lived closer we would eat here every week. My husband had the meatballs as a started and I had the goat cheese and beets. We both ordered the specials halibut and scallops. Everything was wonderful. We sat at the bar and watched the bartender serve us as well as make cocktails for everyone in the packed restaurant. She was attentive professional and lovely! Highly recommend this place!
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
Caffè Rustica | Italian is a charming and cozy restaurant located in a shopping center outside the main village of Lake Placid. Despite its tucked-away location, it is considered one of the best places to dine in town. The restaurant offers a warm, old-school Italian ambiance with a spacious bar and beautifully decorated dining areas, creating a welcoming and slightly luxe atmosphere.
The food at Caffè Rustica consistently impresses guests with its excellent seasoning and taste. Starters like the escargot, Onion Soup (with extra bread recommended), and Caesar salad set a delicious tone for the meal. The entrees are the true highlights, with dishes such as the duck, bone-in pork chop special, chicken alla vodka, and shrimp risotto receiving high praise. The shrimp risotto, in particular, is described as "insanely good" and highly recommended for those returning to Lake Placid.
Service at Caffè Rustica is friendly, prompt, and attentive, with many reviews highlighting the top-notch service and welcoming staff. The restaurant's family-run nature shows in its care for guests and dedication to quality. Guests also enjoy the drinks, including well-made espresso martinis topped with pumpkin pie spice.
Overall, Caffè Rustica is a favorite for its incredible food, cozy atmosphere, and excellent service, making it a must-visit spot in Lake Placid for both locals and visitors alike.