Rustica Ristorante Menu Prices at 189 Middlesex Turnpike, Chester, CT 06412

Homemade pasta takes center stage at this casual yet stylish Italian spot with a cozy bar.

4.5 – 128 reviews $$$ • Italian restaurant

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Desserts Menu
Main
Torta Caprese A flourless chocolate almond cake, served with scoop of vanilla gelato and whipped cream	$9.00
Cannoli Homemade thin, crispy pastry shell filled with fresh ricotta cheese, chocolate chips and orange zest	$9.00
Torta al Cocco Moist rich coconut cake served with a drizzle of bittersweet chocolate espresso sauce and whipped cream	$9.00
Pots de Crème Rich baked custard made with cream, semi-sweet chocolate, coffee, vanilla topped with fresh whipped cream	$9.00
Budino al Formaggio Cheese cake made with caramel, white chocolate and cream cheese served with blueberry sauce	$9.00
Biscotti Rustici Homemade with bittersweet chocolate, toasted walnuts, orange zest and Gran Gala cognac	$6.00
Affogato Vanilla Gelato with espresso coffee and whipped cream	$8.00
Gelato Flavors Chocolate, Vanilla, and Coconut	$7.00
Sorbet Flavors Lemon, Raspberry, and Mango	$7.00
Dinner Menu
Antipasti
Zuppa di Giorno	$10.00
Carciofi in Padella Artichoke hearts sautéed with garlic, white wine and a touch of butter, parsley, prosciutto di Parma finished with parmigiano cheese	$13.00
Polipo Grilled Spanish Octopus marinated with lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, parsley and garlic served over a bed of arugula	$14.00
Bruschetta Grilled Ciabatta bread toping with grape tomatoes, garlic, basil, parsley, salt, pepper, fennel sausage, red pepper flakes, extra virgin olive oil and gorgonzola cheese	$12.00
Parmigiana di Melanzane Baked Eggplant layered with mozzarella and parmigiano cheese served with marinara sauce	$14.00
Mozzarella e Pomodori Buffala mozzarella with fresh tomatoes, pinch of salt, basil, drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar reduction	$14.00
Antipasto Rustica Prosciutto di Parma, sweet and hot Sopresata, Capocolo, long hot peppers, provolone, pecorino cheese, pickled eggplant, spicy kalamata and cured black olives	$15.00
Polpette Beef and Pork Meat Balls made with eggs, white bread, parmigiano cheese, garlic, parsley, and sweet onions served with marinara sauce	$15.00
Gamberi all’Aglio Sautéed shrimp with garlic, parsley, salt, black pepper, white wine, and a touch of butter served over a bed of arugula	$14.00
Insalate
Insalata di Cavoletti di Bruxelles Shaved Brussels sprouts drizzled with homemade lemon preserve and shaved parmigiano cheese	$10.00
Lattuga Boston Bibb Lettuce with a champagne vinaigrette dressing, served with red grapes, toasted walnuts, and brie cheese	$10.00
Insalata Rustica Mixed greens salad with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil dressing, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, red onions toasted almonds, and gorgonzola cheese	$10.00
Cesare Hearts of Romaine with homemade traditional Caesar dressing, croutons and shaved Pecorino Romano cheese	$10.00
Primi
Gnocchi alla Bolognese Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi tossed with a traditional Bolognese sauce	$26.00
Pappardelle Cavolfiori e Salsiccia Homemade Pappardelle pasta with cauliflower, fennel sausage, caramelized onions, butter, parsley, extra virgin olive oil and Parmigiano cheese	$27.00
Linguini di Mare Homemade linguini pasta with shrimp, calamari, scallops, clams, garlic, parsley, red pepper flakes, touch of butter, white wine, and marinara sauce	$28.00
Fettuccini alla Vodka Homemade Fettuccine pasta tossed with sweet onions, basil, butter, touch of heavy cream and marinara sauce with a splash of vodka	$24.00
Ravioli di Formaggio Homemade ravioli filled with ricotta and parmigiano cheese, parsley salt and pepper served with marinara sauce	$26.00
Risotto con Funghi Sautéed Risotto with shitake, cremini, and oyster mushrooms, garlic, onions, parsley, parmigiano cheese, butter, white wine, and black truffle oil	$26.00
Secondi
Branzino Pan Seared Mediterranean Sea Bass with lemon juice, white wine, capers, garlic parsley touch of butter served with vegetable cous-cous and sauteed spinach	$30.00
Salmone* Pan seared Salmon with salt and pepper, served with vegetable couscous, and sauteed spinach, finished with a drizzle of lemon and extra virgin olive oil	$30.00
Pollo Aromatico Pan Seared half Chicken marinated with rosemary, thyme, parsley, garlic, white wine, extra virgin olive oil, served with roasted potatoes and vegetables	$28.00
Maiale Scarpariello* Pan Seared Pork Chop with red peppers, onions, garlic, white wine, and balsamic vinegar served with roasted potatoes and vegetables. Optional: Hot Cherry Peppers	$30.00
Anatra* Pan seared Duck breast with orange, shallots, dried cranberries demi-glace sauce, served with mashed potatoes and sautéed vegetables	$32.00
Agnello* Grilled New Zealand rack of lamb, with garlic, parsley, salt and pepper finished with red wine demi-glaze sauce, served with mashed potatoes and broccoli	$36.00
Bistecca alla Griglia* Grilled NY Strip Loin Steak marinated with parsley, garlic, extra virgin olive oil served with mashed potato and sautéed broccoli	$40.00
Family Style Menu
Main
Rustica Salad	$20.00
Caesar Salad	$20.00
Mozzarella & Tomatoes	$35.00
Pastas
Fettuccini alla Carbonara	$50.00
Baked Ziti with Marinara or Bolognese	$50.00
Pappardelle alla Bolognese	$55.00
Linguini alla Puttanesca	$45.00
Pasta alla Vodka with (Shrimp or Chicken)	$50.00
Papardelle Cauliflower and Sausage	$60.00
Lasagne	$65.00
Ravioli	$65.00
Featured Items
Chicken Parmigiana	$65.00
Pork Scarpariello or Marsala Sauce	$65.00
Salmon Piccata	$75.00
Special Requests
Special Requests Steak, Veal Chop, Lamb, Rabbit or other meats, order with at least one day in advance
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Contact Rustica Ristorante

Address: 189 Middlesex Turnpike, Chester, CT 06412

Phone: (860) 526-9021

Website: http://www.rusticact.com/

Hours

Wednesday	4–9PM
Thursday	4–9PM
Friday	4–10PM
Saturday	4–10PM
Sunday	3:30–9PM
Monday	Closed
Tuesday	4–9PM

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