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Rustico, Alexandria, VA
Rustico, Alexandria, VA
Rustico, Alexandria, VA
Rustico, Alexandria, VA
Rustico, Alexandria, VA

Rustico

4.5 (1362)
$30 and under
American
827 Slaters Lane, Alexandria, VA 22314

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
Rustico is the quintessential neighborhood pub on the edge of Old Town Alexandria. 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 inverted T bar with 30 brilliant taps book-ended by two massive coolers holding more than 400 different types of ales, lagers, ciders and stouts.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    For inquiries regarding private events, https://neighborhoodrestaurantgroup.tripleseat.com/party_request/13711
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Cross street
    Potomac Greens Drive
  • Parking details
    There is free parking located behind Rustico, as well as limited street parking near the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The nearest metro stop is on the blue/yellow lines at Braddock Road.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,362 people are saying

Rustico 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rustico delights guests with its "excellent quality, value and service," offering a creative menu that includes standout dishes like the "mushroom pizza" and "watermelon salad." The restaurant's "great atmosphere" and "super service" make it a favorite spot for both locals and visitors seeking flavorful food and a welcoming experience.
1,362 Reviews
  1. Dawn

    Washington DC6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This has been a long time favorite of mine. Good food & service.
    RusticoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Dawn! Thanks so much for the review! We're honored to be your longtime favorite and truly appreciate your continued support. Looking forward to your next visit! Cheers, Rupal Kavi General Manager

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  2. Curt VIP

    Washington DC19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    First time at Rustico. There was a private event going on in the bar area, which made the whole restaurant pretty loud for a Tuesday evening. We were seated on the opposite end of the restaurant and it was still pretty loud. It's a very open place. Our server was prompt and attentive. We ordered 3 sharables and a couple cocktails. Everything was very tasty and the drinks (two Old Fashioned) were made well. We had a nice time.
    RusticoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Curt! Thanks for the 5 stars! We're glad you enjoyed the food, drinks, and service. Apologies for the noise during the private event, we appreciate your understanding and hope to see you again soon! With regards, Rupal Kavi General Manager

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  3. GizemK VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    love this place! great food, drinks and service. My favorite brunch place in the DMV area

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  4. Richard VIP

    Washington DC92 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Rustico is part of the Neighborhood Restaurant Group, and it shows: excellent quality, value and service. A relatively small menu but creative - if they have the watermelon salad on the menu, order it!
    RusticoResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Richard! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great dining experience at Rustico. We take pride in our creative menu, and we're glad the watermelon salad stood out! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience. Cheers, Rupal Kavi General Manager

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  5. Alison VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was below par. It was over cooked and greasy. Disappointing as this is a local restaurant for us.
    RusticoResponded on May 4, 2025
    Hi Alison! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your recent experience wasn’t up to our usual standards. We take pride in providing quality food, and it’s disappointing to learn that the meal you received didn’t meet those expectations. We hope you’ll consider giving us another chance in the future. Best regards, Rupal Kavi General Manager

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  6. Bill VIP

    Washington DC46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Continual level of excellence on all cylinders! Food never seems tired and service level has stepped up. Thanks.
    RusticoResponded on April 28, 2025
    Hi Bill! Thanks so much! We're glad you’re enjoying the food and service, really appreciate your continued support! With regards, Rupal Kavi General Manager

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  7. barbara VIP

    Washington DC58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite places to go and relax. And this time didn’t disappoint.
    RusticoResponded on April 28, 2025
    Hi Barbara! Thank you! We're thrilled to be one of your favorite spots and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers, Rupal Kavi General Manager

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  8. Dave VIP

    Tampa45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great neighborhood food place! Super service from all!
    RusticoResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Dave! Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. Our team works hard to make every visit special, and it's wonderful to know it shows. We look forward to having you back again soon! Cheers, Rupal Kavi General Manager

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  9. Cary

    Washington DC4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lunch time today Friday was good. I ordered chicken wings and chicken sandwich to and in dining tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwich. overall good but I believe pricy. Our server Carlos was very good and courteous.
    RusticoResponded on April 12, 2025
    Hi Cary! Thanks for joining us for lunch and for the great feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the wings, sandwich, and soup. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words to Carlos. We appreciate your feedback on pricing—it's always helpful as we strive to provide great value along with great food and service. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Sincerely, Rupal Kavi General Manager

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  10. Donald

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were great. It was very loud but there was a special event with a lot of people in the bar area.
    RusticoResponded on April 21, 2025
    Hi Donald! Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and service. We appreciate your understanding about the noise. We hope to to welcome you back for a more relaxed visit soon! With regards, Rupal Kavi General Manager

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FAQs

Rustico offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Rustico also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 224-5051.

Rustico is rated 4.5 stars by 1362 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Rustico

827 Slaters Lane, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Potomac Greens Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is free parking located behind Rustico, as well as limited street parking near the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The nearest metro stop is on the blue/yellow lines at Braddock Road.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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