A' Rusticana — Restaurant in Ragusa

It's a tourist trap. Do not fall for it. The location is lovely, but the food is terrible and overpriced. I'm from there so I know what I'm talking about. The appetizer portions were homeopathic and sad. The grilled "local" cheese was insulting, totally tasteless. The bottarga pasta tasted like lemon, and nothing else: that's incredible as bottarga is like one of the most tasty food on earth. The grilled meat was so thin, dry and chewy it was like eating a bike tire (same taste too). The sausage was so salty we had to leave it. We had a look at the wine selection and I was shocked as they serve common, cheap local wine I normally buy for €3 /liter up to € 35 / liter!! So we ordered a quarter of their house wine... and it was awful, tasted like cheap vinegar. The bill was crazy high for the given quality AND quantity. We ran away leaving the meat almost untouched. Two stars for the cute...

We came here for a family meal on the last night of our holiday. While the location was great, nothing else was.

Service was quick but they got confused and served some mains with starters meaning some of the group had nothing while others were having mains. The food was pretty poor, varying from a bit bland to a bit burnt, nothing terrible but there are better options nearby.

Also note, the secondi options come with no sides, so just a piece of fish or meat on its own.

It also took absolutely ages to get the bill, we had to ask several of the staff.

Long story short, much better...

A' Rusticana is a culinary gem that beckons with authenticity and flavor. I had the pleasure of experiencing both dinner and lunch, and each visit was a delightful journey through authentic cuisine. The host's warmth added a personal touch to the overall experience, making it feel like a gathering at a friend's home. The restaurant boasts not only lovely wines but also an atmosphere that enhances the enjoyment of every sip and bite. A' Rusticana is a fantastic choice for those in search of genuine Italian cuisine and a dining experience that feels like a...