✦ Est. 1998 · Florence, Italy ✦
Where every dish tells a story of passion, tradition, and love.
Our Story
Born in a sunlit kitchen in Florence, Trattoria Rustica was founded by Chef Marco Russo with a single dream: to bring the soul of Italian home cooking to the world. What began as a family trattoria has blossomed into a celebrated dining destination.
Every recipe has been passed down through generations, refined with modern culinary techniques, yet never losing the essence of nonna's kitchen. We source only the finest seasonal ingredients — San Marzano tomatoes, 00 flour, aged Parmigiano-Reggiano — because authentic flavor demands nothing less.
Signature Dishes
Pasta
Hand-rolled tagliatelle with slow-cooked Bolognese ragù, Parmigiano-Reggiano, fresh basil.
Pizza
San Marzano tomato, buffalo mozzarella DOP, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, wood-fired.
Risotto
Carnaroli rice, wild porcini mushrooms, aged Parmigiano, white wine, truffle oil finish.
Main Course
Salt-crusted Mediterranean sea bass, roasted fennel, capers, lemon butter sauce.
Dessert
Our legendary recipe: Mascarpone cream, espresso-soaked Savoiardi, finest cocoa dusting.
Starter
Heirloom tomatoes, burrata fresca, Sicilian basil, aged balsamic glaze, Ligurian olive oil.
Tonight's Special
Seppie Nere con Polenta Creamy
Chef's Table
Each evening, Chef Marco Russo crafts a singular dish that reflects the season's finest ingredients. Tonight's creation features ink-braised Venetian cuttlefish served over velvety polenta infused with aged Pecorino and a drizzle of superior olive oil.
The Chef's Special changes daily and is available in limited portions. We recommend reserving your table early to guarantee this exclusive experience.
Marco Russo
Executive Chef & Founder
What Our Guests Say
Dining at Trattoria Rustica was a transcendent experience. The Tagliatelle al Ragù brought tears to my eyes — I could taste the decades of love in every bite. This is what Italian food is supposed to taste like.
We celebrated our 25th anniversary here and it was absolutely perfect. The private dining experience, the wine pairing, the impeccable service — everything exceeded our highest expectations. Magnifico!
As an Italian myself, I am notoriously hard to impress. But Chef Marco's Tiramisù is the finest I've had outside of my grandmother's kitchen. The authenticity here is undeniable. I return every visit to the city.
Visual Journey
Hours
Lunch service: 12pm – 3pm | Dinner service: 6pm – close
Location