Best Authentic Restaurants in Little Elm

I'm hesitant to write a great review. This little hidden gem with outstanding food and service is not so hidden anymore. This has easily become our number 1 spot to dine out in the local area. The food is fantastic, the service is impeccable, and you can tell the management and ownership care about the business. The result is an awesome experience. My wife loves the GF options and our difficult 11 year old has not left disappointed yet!

This was our second visit. We loved it the first time and decided to celebrate Valentines here. All of the staff were very friendly, the food has consistently been impeccable, and the decor is stunning yet comfortable at the same time. I had the Arugula Mista salad and Ravioli Burro & Salvia. It is divine! My husband had steak and said it was delicious as well. The service was a bit slow, but it as Valentines weekend and packed so that is to be expected. Plus our server acknowledged it and kept apologizing. It is a bit pricey but totally worth it for a special occasion. This is a case of “you get what you pay for”. I have recommended to friends. We will definitely be back again!

Delicious! Another great dinner experience. My friend’s and I had Valentines Day dinner and La Rustica did not disappoint. The team was very inviting, friendly and our waiter was on point. Victor the owner delighted us with a rose for the ladies at the table. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Ingredients were clearly fresh and perfectly prepared into amazing dishes. The place seems like an authentic restaurant true to itself and it didn't feel like we were in Texas. Staff was knowledgeable and helpful and made the experience better. Prices were incredible for quality of food. We came for Valentine's Day and Highly recommend this place for any occasion!

I didn't care for my table location. It was a two-person table with one seat on a bench and the other a chair. I always give my husband the seat where he's not looking at the wall so I spent the entire time looking at a wood wall. The table next to us was very loud. I should have requested a different table but it was crowded. Next time I'll do that in my reservation request.