Casa Rustica Restaurant

4.4

2220 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

26 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 22 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

Casa Rustica is Boone"s authentic Italian restaurant since 1981. We offer a wide selection of entrees including fresh pastas, chicken, veal, seafood and steaks. Our nightly specials complement our menu and our homemade desserts are not to be missed. Visit the La Bouca Lounge where the menu offers original sandwiches and flat-bread pizzas. Casa Rustica provides a cozy atmosphere in a log cabin setting. Come for romantic fireside dining or bring the whole family and enjoy our friendly and prompt service.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Steak
Hours of Operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Phone number
(828) 262-5128
Website
http://casarustica1981.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Gerry Peralta
Private party facilities
Casa Rustica has become a staple location in the High Country for rehearsal dinners and private parties. With four different rooms to choose from and each menu custom designed to suit your specifications you can"t go wrong at Casa Rustica.

Location
1348 Hwy 105 South, Boone, NC 28607
Area
Boone
Parking details
None
Public transit
AppalCart stops in front of restaurant use POP 105 route.
Entertainment
Casa Rustica offers live music twice a week in season. Thursday night we feature live jazz with Todd Wright and Andy Page. Sunday nights bring the classical guitar sounds of Justin Butler. Come dine with us and enjoy the wonderful sounds these talented musicians have to offer.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Shrimp Cocktail
- Casa CocktailUSD 7.99
- Tony's CocktailUSD 14.99
Prosciutto and Mozzarella ArancinisUSD 7.95
Baked risotto balls served over mixed greens and topped with sweet basil vinaigrette
Italian AntipastoUSD 11.95
An assortment of olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, melon, prosciutto, salami and cheese
Melon ProsciuttoUSD 8.99
Fresh cantaloupe topped with prosciutto ham (seasonal)
Formaggio BreadUSD 5.95
Seven grain whole wheat bread topped with garlic, Italian spices and a blend of cheeses, baked and served with genovese sauce
BruschettaUSD 6.99
A mixture of fresh tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, olive oil, garlic, served over house crostinis, baked and topped with balsamic reduction
Stuffed MushroomsUSD 6.99
Mushrooms stuffed with onions, carrots, garlic and bread crumbs. Topped with provolone cheese and baked.
Fried MozzarellaUSD 7.99
Served with house made marinara sauce
Fried CalamariUSD 9.99
Hand breaded, flash fried, and served with house made marinara
Fried ComboUSD 10.95
A medley of fried calamari, fried mushrooms, fried mozzarella, and fried zucchini, served with house made marinara, ranch, and honey mustard
Build Your Own ComboUSD 12.95
Any combination of the fried combo items - Double, triple. or one large portion

Zuppe & Insalata /(Soup & Salad)

Add Grilled Chicken $5.99. Grilled Salmon $6.99. Grilled Shrimp (6) $6.99. Recommended dressings: Raspberry Vinaigrette or Chef's Choice - Sweet Basil Vinaigrette. House Dressings Ranch, Bleu Cheese, Parmesan Peppercorn, Honey Mustard, Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette, Creamy Raspberry Vinaigrette*, Sweet Basil Vinaigrette*, and Red Wine Vinaigrette (Extra Dressing - $ 0.75 )

French Onion Gratinee or Soup of the Day
- CupUSD 3.50
- BowlUSD 5.50
Soup & Salad
Choose a bowl of french onion or the soup of the day and a house or caesar salad
- (comes with a refill of soup)USD 10.95
House Salad
Fresh mixed greens, tomatoes, onions, carrots, cabbage, and croûtons
- smallUSD 4.95
- LargeUSD 8.95
Caesar Salad**
Romaine, romano cheese, and croûtons tossed in house made caesar dressing
- SmallUSD 5.95
- LargeUSD 9.95
- Add to any EntréeUSD 1.99
Caprese SaladUSD 8.99
Fresh mixed greens, sliced tomatoes, sliced mozzarella, and balsamic reduction, served with house made creamy balsamic vinaigrette and fresh basi
- Add to any EntréeUSD 3.95
Italian Chop SaladUSD 11.95
Fresh mixed greens, artichokes, hard boiled eggs, bacon, roasted red peppers, pepperoncinis, onions, tomatoes, and salami
Spinach SaladUSD 9.95
Baby spinach, bleu cheese crumbles, candied pecans, diced tomatoes, bacon, cranberries, and red onions
- Add to EntréeUSD 3.95
- Add Grilled ChickenUSD 5.99
- Add Grilled SalmonUSD 6.99
- Add Grilled Shrimp (6)USD 6.99

Pasta Favorita /(Favorite Pasta)

Spaghetti, Angel Hair, Fettuccine, Linguine, or PenneUSD 11.95
Topped with house made marinara
Whole Wheat SpaghettiUSD 12.95
Topped with house made marinara
Gluten Free Thin SpaghettiUSD 13.95
Topped with house made marinara
Cheese RavioliUSD 12.95
Topped with house made marinara

Pasta Creations

Create your own pasta dish with any of our pasta favorites or our fresh pasta. Add any of our house made sauces or toppings to your creation.

Sauce Options

Cacciatore*USD 1.99
House marinara with sautéed onions and mushrooms
AlfredoUSD 1.99
Fresh garlic and parmesan cheese cream sauce
CarbonaraUSD 1.99
Fresh garlic and parmesan cheese cream sauce with bacon crumbles
Cajun Cream SauceUSD 1.99
House made alfredo blended with blackening spices
Pesto Verde*USD 1.99
A blend of olive oil, garlic, walnuts, basil, lemon juice, and romano cheese
Pesto CreamUSD 1.99
A blend of alfredo and pesto verde
Vodka Sauce*USD 1.99
Sautéed prosciutto, garlic, tomatoes, and basil, deglazed in vodka and tossed in alfredo
Genevese*USD 1.99
A blend of house marinara and pesto verde
RoséUSD 1.99
A blend of house marinara and alfredo
Garlic & Olive Oil* (No charge)
A blend of chopped garlic cloves, and olive oil

Pasta Fresca /(Fresh Pasta)

All pasta dishes are served with your choice of soup or salad (Add $1.99 for French Onion and $1.99 for Caesar's Salad, $3.95 for Spinach Salad) and garlic bread and rolls.

Lasagna MarinaraUSD 13.95
Seven layers of hand rolled pasta, mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan cheese, baked and topped with house made marinara
Spinach LasagnaUSD 13.95
Seven layers of hand rolled pasta, spinach, mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan cheese, baked and topped with house made marinara
ManicottiUSD 13.95
A blend of mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan cheese, rolled into two house made crepes, baked and topped with house made marinara
Six Cheese Pasta PursesUSD 13.95
Bite sized pasta purses stuffed with a blend of six Italian cheeses and topped with house made marinara

Toppings

Meat SauceUSD 2.59
Peter's original bolognese made with fresh rosemary, garlic, and Certified Angus Beef
Italian SausageUSD 2.59
House Made Meatballs (3)USD 2.59
A blend of ground beef tenderloin and ground veal
Italian Sausage, Onions, and PeppersUSD 2.59
Primavera VegetablesUSD 2.59
A mixture of fresh onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, broccoli, and sugar snap peas
Grilled ChickenUSD 5.99
Sautéed ShrimpUSD 6.99
Seared ScallopsUSD 7.99

Pollo & Carne di Vitello /(Chicken & Veal)

Chicken CacciatoreUSD 16.99
Grilled chicken breasts, in our cacciatore sauce, with onions and mushrooms, and tossed with fresh pasta. Cacciatore sauce can be served mild, medium, or spicy
Grilled Chicken AlfredoUSD 16.99
Choice of fresh pasta tossed in alfredo sauce and topped with grilled chicken breasts
Chicken DijonUSD 17.99
Sautéed chicken medallions, sundried tomatoes, and fresh mushrooms, in a creamy dijon mustard sauce and tossed with fresh pasta
Picatta*
Sautéed capers in a fresh lemon white wine sauce
- ChickenUSD 16.99
- VealUSD 18.99
Marsala*
Hand tenderized, simmered in a sauce of sliced mushrooms, light cream, and marsala wine
- ChickenUSD 16.99
- VealUSD 18.99
Francese*
Sautéed garlic and fresh mushrooms in a lemon white wine sauce
- ChickenUSD 16.99
- VealUSD 18.99
Parmigiana
Hand tenderized, lightly dipped in egg, layered with house made marinara, mozzarella and parmesan cheese, then baked to perfection
- ChickenUSD 16.99
- VealUSD 18.99
Saltimbocca Piemontese*
Hand tenderized, sautéed with prosciutto, topped with mozzarella, and finished with a delicate white wine sauce
- ChickenUSD 17.99
- VealUSD 18.99
Layered Eggplant BakeUSD 15.99
Layers of crispy eggplant, fresh spinach, sautéed mushrooms, carmalized onions and a blend of cheeses baked to perfection and topped with house made marinara
Duck Leg ConfitUSD 18.99
Slow roasted duck legs glazed with a cherry brandy sauce

Pesce/(Fish)

Split entrées $4.95, Includes extra side and salad Parties of 8 or more 20% gratuity added Corkage fee 12.00 per bottle

Shrimp MontanaraUSD 17.99
Shrimp dredged in our house made herb beer batter, deep fried, and served with a zesty cocktail sauce
Linguine with Clam Sauce **USD 18.49
Choice of bianco or rosso (white or red) clam sauce with onions and mushrooms, sautéed with whole little neck clams, tossed with fresh linguine
Shrimp ScampiUSD 18.99
Plump shrimp sautéed with fresh mushrooms in a seasoned garlic butter and lemon sauce and tossed with pasta
Piatto Di MareUSD 19.99
A medley of shrimp, scallops, and crabmeat, sautéed with fresh mushrooms, julienne bell peppers, and onions in a lightly thickened white wine sauce, tossed with fresh pasta
Seafood AlfredoUSD 18.99
Sautéed shrimp and scallops, in our garlic and parmesan cream sauce, and tossed with pasta
Seafood & PursesUSD 19.99
Six cheese pasta purses topped with fresh sautéed shrimp, scallops, onions, and spinach, and tossed in a roasted red pepper alfredo
Seafood Fra DiavoloUSD 19.99
An extravaganza of shrimp, scallops, clams, calamari, and mussels, sautéed with sliced mushrooms and simmered in a rich tomato sauce, tossed with fresh pasta
Seafood alla VodkaUSD 19.99
Shrimp and scallops sautéed with diced proscuitto in vodka tomato basil cream sauce, served atop the pasta of your choice

Carné /(Meat)

These items are cooked to order. Add a House Made Sauce to Your Steak $2.49

Pina
Fresh mushrooms simmered in a zesty cream sauce
- 12oz. New York StripUSD 24.49
- 8 oz. Filet MignonUSD 26.99
- 8 oz. Pork RibeyeUSD 18.99
Au Poivre
Cracked black peppercorns flamed in brandy
- 12oz. New York StripUSD 24.49
- 8 oz. Filet MignonUSD 26.99
- 8 oz. Pork RibeyeUSD 18.99
Prosciutto Bleu Cheese & Cream Sauce (Pace)
Sautéed prosciutto, simmered in a bleu cheese cream sauce
- 12oz. New York StripUSD 24.49
- 8 oz. Filet MignonUSD 26.99
- 8 oz. Pork RibeyeUSD 18.99
Bourbon Glaze
House made brown sugar bourbon reduction
- 12oz. New York StripUSD 24.49
- 8 oz. Filet MignonUSD 26.99
- 8 oz. Pork RibeyeUSD 18.99

Dolci /(Dessert)

Dessert tray your choice $6.25

SpumoniUSD 4.50
CannoliUSD 5.50
Zabaglione*USD 7.00
Tiramisu*USD 6.50
Crepes Grand MarnierUSD 6.50

Bevande /(Beverages)

Extensive Beer and Wine

List Available

Soft DrinksUSD 2.29
Sweet or Unsweet TeaUSD 2.29
Coffee (Regular or Decaf)USD 2.29
Hot Spiced CiderUSD 2.79
Hot ChocolateUSD 2.79
Milk or JuiceUSD 2.75
Herbal TeaUSD 3.25
EspressoUSD 3.50
CappuccinoUSD 4.50
MochaccinoUSD 4.50
San Pellegrino Water
- smallUSD 3.95
- largeUSD 5.95

What 2,220 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Asheville / Western North Carolina
Child-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Casa Rustica Restaurant offers a warm, old-school mountain cabin feel, perfect for cozy dining experiences. With "excellent service" and "delicious food," it's a local favorite for Italian cuisine. Many guests praise the "top-notch service" and "food made with passion." Reservations are recommended to enjoy this charming, rustic gem.

2,220 Reviews

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Amy
Nashville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
I have been here every year for our ski trip for the last 8 years. This year we made reservations and brought another family with us. We raved about the food and what a great restaurant. Very disappointed and embarrassed we had the experience we did. The French onion soup was something I bragged to our friends about. It was not the same at all barely any onions and made with chicken broth. My husband ordered a steak topped with scallops. The steak was way over cooked. They offered to make him a new one. It took a very long time for it to come out like to the point everyone was done eating and waiting for the bill. Pasta dishes that were orders were just ok. The eggplant parm was great. Just overall feel like the quality of food and services has declined greatly.
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David
Western NC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a terrific evening. The service was great, the food was better !! The restaurant was packed, but ran smoothly ! Can’t wait to go back. !
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Chris
VIP
Charlotte
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First time here. There’s a reason this place has been here 40 years. Old school mountain cabin feel. Food made with passion. Service top notch.
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Millie
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful treat to eat at Casa Rustica. The food is always delicious and the wait staff attentive.
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Edwin
Charlotte
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Visited 1 year ago and the food was great, as well as the service. This time we waited a lot to place our orders and our waitress seemed busy or distracted, the arancini were good, the bruschetta and calamari so so, we were told the portions were big, and we ordered some plates to share like the chicken saltimboca, the chicken parmigiana , but when we got the plates they were actually small and not enough to share for two people. Nothing special with the risotto neither. Finally, we were looking to have the Crepes Gran Marnier that we tried 1 year ago and were great, this time the crepe was cold, not well prepared. Too bad we were a party of 8 and the gratuity was already applied, they did not deserve it.
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Dana
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a quaint Italian treasure. It was our first time visiting this restaurant but it will not be our last.
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Phillip
Western NC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 13 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The service was excellent. The live music was very tasteful and added to the experience. The Ribeye and pasta were some of the best around. Perfectly cooked and well plated. The caesar salad and brussels sprouts were a little bland, but it's probably more preference than anything else. We were impressed overall and definitely plan on returning soon!
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terry
VIP
Western NC
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 13 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Christy does a great job as manager and the servers are top notch. Fried zucchini is amazing.
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Shannon
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious, service was prompt and friendly, and ambience was cozy and warm.
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Chris
Western NC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Not one of us could finish our meal. The food was that bad. Crunchy risottto. Chicken parm where you taste the egg wash over anything else with no breading and sour sauce. Chicken Marsala with okay taste but the sauce has that used too much corn starch gloop to it. Ceasar salad was just bad. If it has real achovies in it I'm worried they were off. Even my cocktail was undrinkable. Wife and I are alums and had fond memories 30 years ago. Can't believe it gets 4 and 5 star reviews these days. $45 a person was final total needless to say we'll never be back.
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FAQs

Casa Rustica Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (828) 262-5128.

Casa Rustica Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 2220 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

26 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1348 Hwy 105 South, Boone, NC 28607

Additional information

Area
Boone
Hours of Operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Public transit
AppalCart stops in front of restaurant use POP 105 route.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Gerry Peralta
Entertainment
Casa Rustica offers live music twice a week in season. Thursday night we feature live jazz with Todd Wright and Andy Page. Sunday nights bring the classical guitar sounds of Justin Butler. Come dine with us and enjoy the wonderful sounds these talented musicians have to offer.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://casarustica1981.com/
Phone number
(828) 262-5128
Private party facilities
Casa Rustica has become a staple location in the High Country for rehearsal dinners and private parties. With four different rooms to choose from and each menu custom designed to suit your specifications you can"t go wrong at Casa Rustica.

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Casa Rustica Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

36 Asheville / Western North Carolina Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Primi Piatti /(Appetizers)

Shrimp Cocktail

Prosciutto and Mozzarella ArancinisUSD 7.95

Italian AntipastoUSD 11.95

Melon ProsciuttoUSD 8.99

Formaggio BreadUSD 5.95

BruschettaUSD 6.99

Stuffed MushroomsUSD 6.99

Fried MozzarellaUSD 7.99

Fried CalamariUSD 9.99

Fried ComboUSD 10.95

Build Your Own ComboUSD 12.95

Zuppe & Insalata /(Soup & Salad)

French Onion Gratinee or Soup of the Day

Soup & Salad

House Salad

Caesar Salad**

Caprese SaladUSD 8.99

Italian Chop SaladUSD 11.95

Spinach SaladUSD 9.95

Pasta Favorita /(Favorite Pasta)

Spaghetti, Angel Hair, Fettuccine, Linguine, or PenneUSD 11.95

Whole Wheat SpaghettiUSD 12.95

Gluten Free Thin SpaghettiUSD 13.95

Cheese RavioliUSD 12.95

Pasta Creations

Sauce Options

Cacciatore*USD 1.99

AlfredoUSD 1.99

CarbonaraUSD 1.99

Cajun Cream SauceUSD 1.99

Pesto Verde*USD 1.99

Pesto CreamUSD 1.99

Vodka Sauce*USD 1.99

Genevese*USD 1.99

RoséUSD 1.99

Garlic & Olive Oil* (No charge)

Pasta Fresca /(Fresh Pasta)

Lasagna MarinaraUSD 13.95

Spinach LasagnaUSD 13.95

ManicottiUSD 13.95

Six Cheese Pasta PursesUSD 13.95

Toppings

Meat SauceUSD 2.59

Italian SausageUSD 2.59

House Made Meatballs (3)USD 2.59

Italian Sausage, Onions, and PeppersUSD 2.59

Primavera VegetablesUSD 2.59

Grilled ChickenUSD 5.99

Sautéed ShrimpUSD 6.99

Seared ScallopsUSD 7.99

Pollo & Carne di Vitello /(Chicken & Veal)

Chicken CacciatoreUSD 16.99

Grilled Chicken AlfredoUSD 16.99

Chicken DijonUSD 17.99

Picatta*

Marsala*

Francese*

Parmigiana

Saltimbocca Piemontese*

Layered Eggplant BakeUSD 15.99

Duck Leg ConfitUSD 18.99

Pesce/(Fish)

Shrimp MontanaraUSD 17.99

Linguine with Clam Sauce **USD 18.49

Shrimp ScampiUSD 18.99

Piatto Di MareUSD 19.99

Seafood AlfredoUSD 18.99

Seafood & PursesUSD 19.99

Seafood Fra DiavoloUSD 19.99

Seafood alla VodkaUSD 19.99

Carné /(Meat)

Pina

Au Poivre

Prosciutto Bleu Cheese & Cream Sauce (Pace)