La Rustica Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the Menu: La Rustica
Nestled in the heart of West Seattle, La Rustica transports diners to Italy with its intimate ambiance and authentic cuisine. This charming Italian restaurant, located at 4100 Beach Dr SW, serves up a delightful range of handcrafted dishes that have captivated guests. From the Wild Boar Shank, praised for its incredible flavor, to the bruschetta with porchetta and spicy bolognese, each menu item showcases a commitment to quality and tradition.
Guests rave about the chewy focaccia, often devoured before the entrees arrive, and the decadent cannoli that boasts a perfect finish to the meal. The extensive wine list complements the dishes beautifully, and the friendly staff, including attentive servers like Max, ensure a memorable dining experience. With a lovely outdoor seating area providing generous summer views, La Rustica is ideal for romantic evenings or celebratory gatherings, making it a must-visit spot in Seattle.
Antipasti
Antipasto Misto
Italian cold cuts, Italian cheeses, marinated vegetables.
Arancini
Panko coated rice balls made with tofu, vegan cheese, risotto, spicy marinara.
Calamari
Squid sauteed in a spicy tomato sauce with anchovies.
Caprese di Bufala Burata
Mozzarella with basil pesto, olives, and tomato.
Cozze in Umido
Mussels, white wine, lemon, oregano, garlic.
Ostriche al Forno
Baked oysters with spinach, mascarpone and cream.
Polpette di Pecora
4 lamb & pork meatballs.
Bruschetta con Porchetta
Roasted pork belly with garlic, white wine, cream sauce, and rosemary.
Pomodoro
Tomatoes, basil, garlic olive oil.
Portobello Mushroom
Baked with rosemary, mozzarella cheese, roma tomatoes.
Salmonaccio
Thinly sliced salmon, lemon, capers, stoneground mustard, evoo.
Bruschetta
Sides
Papalina, Marinara or Alfredo for Dipping
Anchovies
Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Garlic Marinade
Gorgonzola Crumbles
House Salad
Spring mix, pickled garlic red wine vinaigrette, carrots, tomato.
Insalata di Arugula
Arugula, orange vinaigrette, oranges, tomatoes, olives, red onions, walnuts & parm.
Insalata di Cesare
Romaine tossed in house made Cesare dressing with croutons & shaved parm.
Insalata di Spinaci
Spinach, hot pancetta balsamic vinaigrette, gorgonzola, roasted veg & 2 prawns.
Portobello Mushroom & Beet
Spring mix, orange vinaigrette, portobello mushroom, beets, tomatoes.
Salmon Filet Salad
Grilled salmon served with truffle cheese over tossed greens in a pesto vinaigrette.
Insalata
Pizza
Artichoke
Artichokes, roma tomatoes, mushrooms, gorgonzola, cream, mozzarella.
Arugula
Flatbread with roma tomatoes & olives topped with arugula & shaved proscuitto.
Limone e Rosmarino
Mozzarella, lemon zest, rosemary.
Margherita
Mozzarella, roma tomatoes, basil, evoo.
Prosciutto
Proscuitto, pomodoro tomatoes, marinara, mozzarella.
Zazzicchia e Cipolla
House-made sausage, onion, marinara, mozzarella.
Salmon Filet
8oz salmon filet with a creamy pesto sauce.
Polenta con Maiale*
Braised baby back ribs in a red wine tomato sauce.
Pollo Parmigiano
Breaded chicken breast, mozzarella, marinara, cream, parmigiano.
Scampi allo Spiedo
4 marinated jumbo prawns wrapped in pancetta, panko, garlic, evoo, capers.
Filetto al Gorgonzola
9oz filet mignon, creamy gorgonzola sauce with walnuts.
Medallions of Beef
Filet mignon medallions in a lemon, white wine, capers, and garlic sauce.
Cioppino Zafferan**
Mussels, clams, calamari, prawns, and salmon in a spicy saffron broth.
Carne E Pesce
Gnocchis & Risottos
Gnocchi allo Zafferano
House-made ricotta gnocchi, onions, mozzarella, creamy saffron sauce.
Gnocchi e Zazzicchia
House-made ricotta gnocchi, house-made sausage, marinara, mozzarella, basil.
Risotto e Gamberi
Rice, prawns, asparagus, cream, cherry tomatoes, basil pesto, parm.
Risotto Zazzicchia
Rice, house-made sausage, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, saffron cream, parm.
Gnocchi Papalina
House made ricotta gnocchi, broccoli, green & red peppers, marinara, cream, mozzarella
Cannelloni*
Rolled pasta filled with pork & beef, creamy tomato sauce, mozzarella.
Lasagna du Matruma*
Pasta sheets, pork bolognese, hard boiled eggs, mushrooms, spinach, peas, cream, mozzarella.
Manicotti*
Filled with ricotta, spinach, onions, with creamy tomato sauce, mozzarella.
Mostaccioli con Zazzicchia
Baked penne, creamy marinara, mozzarella, house-made sausage.
Bucatini Amatriciana
Pancetta, onions, tomatoes, spicy tomato sauce.
Bucatini con Pollo
Chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, artichokes, creamy tomato sauce.
Fettuccine alla Carbonara
Pancetta, onions, egg, parmesan.
Fettuccine Bolognese con Polpette di Pecora**
Pork bolognese, marinara, parmesan, topped with 2 lamb meatballs.
Linguine alla Gino
Prawns, cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, white wine, spicy tomato sauce.
Linguine alla Vongole
Manila clams in a lemon, garlic, basil, butter, white wine sauce.
Linguine di Mare
Mussels, clams, calamari, prawns, spinach, spicy tomato sauce.
Linguine Scampi al Vino
4 jumbo tiger prawns, evoo, garlic, lemon, parsley, butter, white wine.
Penne alla Norma
Tomatoes, eggplant, olives, capers, mozzarella, tomato sauce.
Penne Puttanesca
Anchovies, garlic, tomatoes, capers, olives, spicy tomato sauce.
Rigatoni Gorgonzola
Gorgonzola, parmesan, mozzarella, walnuts, cream.
Rigatoni con Ricotta
Pancetta, onions, ricotta, parmesan, black pepper, mozzarella, cream.
Rigatoni Filetto al Barbera
Filet mignon, red wine, parmesan, basil, creamy tomato sauce.
Tagliatelle con Pecora
Roasted leg of lamb in a white wine tomato sauce.
Pasta
Desserts
Tiramisu
Espresso-soaked ladyfingers, rum flavored cream, chocolate.
Limoncello Tiramisu
Limoncello-soaked ladyfingers, lemon flavored cream, lemon curd.
Chocolate Decadence Cake
Chocolate fudge cake, chocolate mousse, salted fudge frosting.
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta
Gluten-free Cream, sugar, vanilla bean.
Affogato
Vanilla bean ice cream, espresso, whipped cream.
Spumoni
Chocolate, pistachio & cherry ice creams, whipped cream, crushed pistachios.
Dolce di Giornio
Dessert of the Day – Ask your server