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    Rustic 21 Bistro

    4.8 (180 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 3:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Costela Bovina com Risotto De Parmesão
    Rachelle S.

    Such a quaint and beautiful restaurant. If you go on a weekend be sure to have reservations. The staff was so friendly and welcoming. We tried a multitude of dishes, even dessert, and not one missed a beat. Only complaint is that I took so long to try out Rustic 21. I cannot wait for round two and trying more dishes at this beautiful little secret.

    Escondidinho de Carne Seca
    Ashley T.

    Wow, wow, wow! My husband and I made a reservation for lunch on a Saturday and walked right in and set down. We ordered most of the appetizers all of which I would absolutely order again! The Torresmo (crispy pork belly) was melt in my mouth heavenly! We also ordered the Escondidinho (shepherd's pie) it was interesting, full of flavor, not my favorite but I would order it again. The other appetizer we ordered was the Pao de queijo (cheesy bread) incredible! I also ordered the pear salad, I'm not sure I could have made a meal out of it but to split it was perfect! For my meal I ordered the Lasanha a Bolonhesa it was good but it's the only thing I don't think I would order right away next time. There was a lot going on in the dish but it wasn't packed with flavor like I wanted it to be.

    Caipiroska (Grape)
    Marllie P.

    What a great place to have a nice dinner! We were celebrating 2 birthdays and they were able to accommodate our large party with a reservation called weeks in advance. The food and drinks were excellent and our waiter was very attentive. The chef even visited our table to chat. This cozy restaurant is located in a shopping plaza off Southside Blvd and can be easily missed but they had a full house the night we went and I can see why. I can't wait to come back!

    Petit Gateau de Dulce de Leche
    Charlie Z.

    We came here on a whim but totally blown away. Everything was amazing! We got two appetizers, the cheese bites and and the pork skins. Tasty! I got the Estrogonofe de Frango. The chicken was flavorful and creamy, the rice was fluffy. The homemade chips were light and perfect with the sauce. Save room for the dessert because Petit Gateau de Dulce de Leche is amazing! The pecan Icecream crunch with the warm dulce de leche cake is so good! The chef came out to our table, really polite and made sure we enjoyed all of our food. The restaurant was quiet and spacious perfect for date night or family or girls night.

    Picanha Top Sirloin
    Jeana L.

    My friends and I had a good day with dinner at Rustic 21 Bistro. The restaurant's rustic decor was amazing and the staff were friendly and attentive. We were there at the earlier time of dinner so luckily the restaurant wasn't busy, yet. The Brazilian-inspired menu had many great options. I ordered the Picanha Top Sirloin, cooked medium rare, and it was exceptional. The steak was amazing and very tender, tasty and juicy. The biro-biro rice, tomato salsa, and fried yuca were delicious accompaniments. The atmosphere was great, and the restaurant was later busy. We had such a great time that we stayed until closing time. The staff was still amazing and still attentive despite us being there for quite some time. The restroom was very clean. Just to note, be prepared to spend more than $35, as this place is quite in the higher price scale. I would love to return and try more of their menu items.

    Rich H.

    After catching an early‑morning matinee of the new Superman movie, we headed to Rustic21 Bistro on Southside Boulevard for lunch. It's a cute Brazilian spot tucked in a nondescript shopping center I've driven past hundreds of times without noticing. We began with Pão de Queijo, the classic cheese bread. Made with tapioca flour, these little chewy cheese jewels arrived hot and steamy, perfect alongside our next appetizer. That second appetizer was Caldinho de Feijão, a black bean soup served with bacon and crispy onions. Deep, earthy flavors simmered in the bowl. I dipped a piece of the cheese bread into the soup, and suddenly something delicious felt a little magical. For my main course I chose Costela ao Molho Madeira com Risotto de Parmesão--braised short rib in a creamy Parmesan risotto. They even served a steak knife, but you won't need it. The meat pulled easily apart with my fork. The risotto was perfectly cooked, creamy with just enough chew. The short rib was a touch over‑seasoned while the risotto was a bit under‑seasoned, but when you combined a shred of rib, a spoon of risotto, and a ribbon of Madeira sauce, it created a flawlessly seasoned bite that felt rich and balanced. My wife had the Lasanha à Bolonhesa--handmade noodles layered with béchamel, Bolognese sauce, mozzarella, and in Rustic21's signature twist, slices of ham. It was a thoughtful addition I didn't know I needed. Rustic21 feels like a beautiful, honest representation of Brazilian food and hospitality. If your Brazilian experience is limited to Fogo de Chão or Texas de Brazil, this is a breath of fresh air worth seeking out. 4 Stars -- Warm, satisfying, and thoughtfully executed, with a few perfect bites that linger long after the plate is empty.

    Cheese bread
    Mitchell M.

    A quaint little place. Recommend by my sister and brother-in-law. Came over with them to celebrate my wife's birthday. Located off Southside Blvd in a strip mall just past Beach blvd. They do take reservations and it does get rather busy for dinner. Not a huge amount of tables here so plan accordingly before you come. Started out with the fried Tapioca squares and pepper jelly. Delicious. Brazilian cheese bread and a side of freshly made potato chips. All were delicious. Main dish was the Picanha Top Sirloin. It was cooked as ordered perfectly. Served with Biro-biro rice which I thought was a weird combination and fried yuca fries. Both were delicious just not a great combination but wanted to try something different. My wife got the lasagna, Bolognese. Which again was different given we were at an inspired Brazilian restaurant. She said it was delicious. I would rate it excellent for flavors but odd on main dish offerings. Overall we had a great experience and the food was prepared perfectly. Not a huge menu so I would expect a pretty well prepared meal.

    Cheese breads
    Kristy K.

    Stopped in for lunch this week when I was nearby. The strip mall the restaurant is in is certainly no indicator for what's inside! The restaurant is decorated very nicely. Service from Samira was friendly, helpful and warm. She helped me choose my dish and she was so right. I got the small order of cheese breads and the Croque Rustic. Both were so decadent and delicious. There was no room for dessert but I literally want to try all of them. I will definitely be returning for that!

    Pastelzinho de Frango Com Catupiry
    Sarah M.

    We've been wanting to try this place for a while. Finally made it in and it was worth the wait. We made reservations which may be needed since the dining area is pretty small. It is well decorated with a romantic feel. Would be a great spot for a nice night out or a casual dinner with friends. Food and service were equally great. We started with the chicken empanadas and pork belly. Both were well prepared and very flavorful. We chose the beef short ribs and Picanha top sirloin. Both were delicious but the short rib won the prize for the night. We'll definitely be back!

    Picanha Top Sirloin
    Aliyah S.

    Wowwww!!!! This place is freaking amazing! Had an impromptu date night and ended up at this beautiful intimate restaurant! The food is IMMACULATE! We were blown away by the flavors of everything we ate. I ordered the short rib with risotto and I will go on record and say that is the most tender short rib I have ever had in a restaurant! It was delicious! My boyfriend had the picanha top sirloin and it was perfectly cooked and seasoned. This place is a must for anyone who enjoys amazing food!

    Rachel D.

    Right off of Southside blvd this place was small yet cozy and intimate. Right off we were seated and inside was quaint yet cozy. Inside I noticed it was small spaced but the lighting was well lit and simple yet elegant. Menu was decent we started off with the Bolingbrook cod croquettes which was delish. With the green creamy sauce with it. It's like tender melted mini fish fillet bites. Also, we had the Brazilian cheesy bread. We got the Pichana top sirloin which came with sides of potatoes and fried Yuca which was delicious. However, we were looking forward to having the steak with chimichurri sauce which they ran out of. The sauce is definitely a staple with Brazilian steaks so they should have kept a good supply of it or at least told us they ran out as we were ordering the steak. Anyhow everything else was lovely. Service was prompt. Definitely worth the visit.

    Stacey T.

    This is a small and cozy spot. It presented very clean. The service was a bit rigid. I was never offered another glass of wine and the service just wasn't that interactive. The dish was really good, thought the chicken was fairly dried out on both ends. I loved the menu selection, but not a place I'd go back to while dining alone.

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    Super Amazing brazilian cuisine! Service was great and the ambiance is very engaging, intimate and sociable! Will definitely go back!

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