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    Ruscelli's

    4.1 (23 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
    Closed • 9:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    a burrito and a bowl of salsa
    Justin W.

    So I had a late night craving and Ruscelli's more than fulfilled it. At 1:30a I was finishing up studying and wanted a vegetarian meal. Ruscelli's vegetarian calzone popped up. The marinara sauce on the side was so flavorful and the dough was cooked to perfection. Every cheesy bite was awesome and it was amazing for my late night craving. My only problem as I saw someone else also mention was the location. I did not realize the restaurant was within a bar and wasn't sure where to go but once inside the bartender pointed me in the right direction. I'd definitely eat here again just make sure you go inside Mojo's and you'll see the ordering area for Ruscelli's!

    Clockwise starting from the left: sandwich, nachos and taco
    Chelsea F.

    Wow that was actually amazing!!! The nachos are the best! And adding meat would be a strong move! Love this place! Highly recommend

    Cheesy Bacon Pull A parts and Double Pepperoni Panini
    Linda R.

    I found out about Ruscelli's while visiting Beer Hog in Pelham. They had a food cart there and were making paninis and pull-a-parts. My husband and I split a whole double pepperoni panini and a bacon and pepperoni pull-a-part. We were looking for a snack and this filled the bill. If you are looking for more of a meal, skip the cart. Also if you are looking for gourmet Italian this is not what you are looking for. I saw online that they do have a restaurant but I have never been there.

    Brisket Pizza is delish!
    Sandy J.

    Yummy!! I don't usually pay for Italian because, I mean, why?! But Hubby wanted to go to this place, so....we ordered a small house salad and the Brisket Pizza. Before I get to the food, though, some background. This restaurant is located in the second floor of the Harbert Plaza. Businesspeople in suits crowd. There's a cool Bamawise store downstairs. Also on the second floor are an O'Henry's coffee shop and a Frio Popsicle store. So, that's coffee and dessert. Now for the main course! The salad was delightful! Crisp greens, generous feta, and tomato (I asked for no red onion). Chopped pepperoncini peppers provide a fresh kick. I had the Greek vinaigrette ~ I don't think it was freshly made but it was tasty. The pizza is large for one person. Hubby and I shared it and felt it was plenty (note: I did have the salad!) The brisket is tasty and moist. The pizza is served with fresh tomato that yields a touch of sweet. The overall taste is just warm goodness!! The pizza crust is flavorful and tender. Others in our party ordered the Calzone Florentine and exclaimed that it was tasty and filling. Everyone cleaned their plates! We brought home the Chicken Fettucine Alfredo for darling daughter. She ate every bite of the generous portion. At seventeen, she declares, "it's good!" (Seventeen-year-olds in our house do not wax poetic.) Service is food court, but food arrives quickly and at the right temperature (salad: crispy cool; pizza: hot but without scald burns in your mouth.) Finally, this place is a bargain. It's a cool break from a hot summer day ~ and YUM!

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    Great twist on pizza. Love the crust and calzone! Very friendly service! Will definitely order again!

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    Their food is bomb. Staffs great. Ali the cheese kicks ass. Hats off for bueno food and a good atmosphere.

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