Rustico

4.7

1012 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 35 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Delicious Italian & Spanish cuisine celebrating regional flavors of The Mediterranean in the heart of Oak Park, Illinois

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Spanish, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(708) 948-7855
Website
https://www.rusticooakpark.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Gabriel Padilla
Private party facilities
- 3 bookable venues ranging from 30 people to 120- custom menu packages- no added fees- flexible accomodations

Location
155 S Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
Area
Oak Park
Cross Street
Oak Park Ave.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Chicken Tortilla SoupUS$9.00
Lobster Corn ChowderUS$9.00
House SaladUS$9.00
Mixed field greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, red onions, house vinaigrette
Spinach SaladUS$12.00
Baby spinach, sun dried tomatoes, goat cheese, crispy serrano, house vinaigrette
CapreseUS$12.00
Fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil, pesto & balsamic reduction
Caesar SaladUS$10.00
Romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, tomatoes, croutons, house made dressing
New York Steak Arugula SaladUS$24.00
N.Y. steak, cherry tomatoes, red onion, lemon oil
Salmon Beet SaladUS$22.00
Grilled salmon, candid roasted walnuts, goat cheese, baby kale, house vinaigrette
Campañola SaladUS$19.00
Mixed greens, grilled shrimp & chicken breast, tomato, cucumber, onion, bleu cheese, jalapeño lemon oil

Pasta

Ravioli con SalmonUS$21.00
Smoked salmon stuffed pasta, shrimp, asparagus, tomatoes, garlic, basil
Pappardelle alla BologneseUS$21.00
Pappardelle pasta, meat tomato ragu, shaved Parmesan
Linguine DiavoloUS$21.00
Linguine, shrimp, spicy tomato cream sauce
PappardelleUS$19.00
Pappardelle pasta, sautèed chicken, cream sauce, pesto, sun dried tomatoes, goat cheese
Penne PrimaveraUS$17.00
Penne pasta, mixed vegetables, garlic oil, sun dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese

Pizza

MargueritaUS$17.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil
Jamon IbericoUS$18.00
Tomato basil sauce, mozzarella, imported Spanish ham
Mare MonteUS$18.00
Tomato sauce, shrimp, mozzarella, wild mushrooms, pine nut basil pesto, fresh herbs
Prosciutto ArugulaUS$20.00
Tomato basil sauce, prosciutto, arugula, truffle oil, parmesan
Fungi & SausageUS$17.00
Tomato sauce, sausage, mozzarella, mixed wild mushrooms
Bianca ArugulaUS$13.00
Olive oil, mozzarella, fresh arugula, pecorino romano

Raciones

Choice of Soup or Salad

Chicken MarsalaUS$21.00
Chicken, Fontina cheese, yukon potatoes, spinach, Marsala mushroom sauce
Pollo PomodoroUS$21.00
Sautéed chicken fresh tomato basil sauce, yukon potatoes, rapini
Chicken PiccataUS$21.00
Sautéed chicken, lemon, caper sauce, potatoes, rapini
Pollo PaniniUS$16.00
Grilled chicken breast, manchego cheese, pine nut basil pesto, arugula, caramelized onions, sun dried tomatoes on country bread
Pollo ParmesanoUS$21.00
Breaded chicken, mozzarella served with penne pasta in pesto sauce
Chicken VelascoUS$21.00
Sautéed chicken breast garlic, rosemary, herbs, jalapeño, lemon juice, yukon potatoes, rapini

What 1,012 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Near West
Best Ambience
Near West
Best Value
Near West
Good for groups
Near West
Healthy
Near West
Great for fine wines
Near West
Great for outdoor dining
Near West
Good for special occasions
Near West
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rustico is celebrated for its "fantastic menu" and "excellent service," offering a delightful dining experience in Oak Park. Guests rave about the "delicious" tapas, "amazing cocktails," and the wide variety of dishes, including standout paella and pizza. The atmosphere is inviting, making it a "perfect spot" for special occasions.

1,012 Reviews

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Melanie
VIP
Chicago
54 reviews
4.0
54 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very festive and delicious. If you want to hear each other ask for seating in room away from bar. Food and cocktails very very good
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Hope
VIP
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great variety in a very pleasant ambiance with great service.
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Bill
Chicago
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I shared the seafood pealla, which is as v ry good, but a little overcooked. That didn’t keep me from finishing the paella though:
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Marcia
VIP
Chicago
21 reviews
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on 17 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Rustico is charming and the decor lives up to its name. I ordered a beet salad with salmon. I was hoping something better than what I make so that I could learn something new, but it was average. Presentation and taste could have been better. My colleague ordered the chicken piccata and pasta on the side. He felt the pasta was very salty. But he loved the bread pudding, which he felt was the best. I live downtown, so I'm used to those prices. But $50 (incl tax & tip) for my salad and 1 glass of wine, seems pricely for what it was.
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Elizabeth
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Met with friends for late lunch. Nice quiet atmosphere with soothing music. Two of us ordered the short rib dinner and one ordered salmon. Portions were huge and meat was tender. Salmon done perfectly. For dessert we ordered cannoli and fig bread pudding. Both very good each came with a scoop of gelato. Ordered two regular coffees and wanted one decaf coffee. They did not have decaf nor decaf americano. It would be nice to have in the afternoon for those who can’t have caffeine. Overall experience very good and we will return.
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Susan
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and excellent service. It was a lovely experience at Rústico.
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Carla
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was very nice food. The price was a bit high but great taste. Good service!
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Victoria
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The host greeted us and sat up promptly. The restaurant has a a nice atmosphere and worked well for my group. Everyone enjoyed their drinks and food and the price is reasonable. The floor was a bit slippery where we sat and by the restrooms. A few more nonslip mats/rugs would be useful. A couple people at my table felt the server could have been more thoughtful and attentive.
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John
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this place. I’ve been there twice, and both times I got the short ribs. They are fantastic. Tender and full of flavor, with mashed potatoes carrots and celery, and onion strings on top. I also had the Spanish tiramisu, which is very creamy. The first time it came with coconut gelato, the most recent was strawberry gelato. Service was great. The waiter was very attentive and friendly. There were 4 in our group. I did not get alcohol, but one other did and he liked his drink very much. We had a 3pm reservation so it was not crowded at all. I will be back but I swear I will try something else. Did I mention I love this place?
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Dr. Heidi
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service with surprisingly good prices.
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FAQs

Rustico offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (708) 948-7855.

Rustico is rated 4.7 stars by 1012 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

155 S Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Oak Park Ave.
Area
Oak Park
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Spanish, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Gabriel Padilla
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
https://www.rusticooakpark.com/
Phone number
(708) 948-7855
Private party facilities
- 3 bookable venues ranging from 30 people to 120- custom menu packages- no added fees- flexible accomodations

Rustico

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Chicken

Marguerita

Caprese

Soups & Salads

Chicken Tortilla SoupUS$9.00

Lobster Corn ChowderUS$9.00

House SaladUS$9.00

Spinach SaladUS$12.00

CapreseUS$12.00

Caesar SaladUS$10.00

New York Steak Arugula SaladUS$24.00

Salmon Beet SaladUS$22.00

Campañola SaladUS$19.00

Pasta

Ravioli con SalmonUS$21.00

Pappardelle alla BologneseUS$21.00

Linguine DiavoloUS$21.00

PappardelleUS$19.00

Penne PrimaveraUS$17.00

Pizza

MargueritaUS$17.00

Jamon IbericoUS$18.00

Mare MonteUS$18.00

Prosciutto ArugulaUS$20.00

Fungi & SausageUS$17.00

Bianca ArugulaUS$13.00

Raciones

Chicken MarsalaUS$21.00

Pollo PomodoroUS$21.00

Chicken PiccataUS$21.00

Pollo PaniniUS$16.00

Pollo ParmesanoUS$21.00

Chicken VelascoUS$21.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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How is Rustico restaurant rated?

Is Rustico currently accepting bookings?

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Dining areas

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