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    The Rustic Spoon

    4.5 (694 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Seafood Omelet
    Jenny H.

    We were here on assignment and a friend recommended this place for good comfort food. It was quiet Tuesday so we were greeted and widely seated. The place has a bar feel and casual. Upon seating, our waitress Faith came, introduced herself, and took our order drinks while we look over the menu. We decided both brunch & lunch. In a short wait everything came out hot. Overall the service was great, food delicious & great for group casual dining.

    Beef stroganoff
    Belle A.

    The place was buzzing with excitement as people w with family and friends for dinner! Lina T. provided fast and friendly service. She was so kind and knowledgeable! She quickly took our drink and meal orders. The food came out quickly and was served fresh!! It was so well orchestrated how multiple servers quickly passed out entrees so adeptly and masterfully! We ordered the Beef Stroganoff, the filet mignon, the salmon salad and the Scotch Egg! I loved my salmon salad!! It was such a generous serving of perfectly cooked salmon atop a bed of fresh greens and candied pecans!! It was so filling!! We celebrated our friend's birthday and thoroughly enjoyed our dinner experience!! Highly recommend this wonderful place!!!

    Monte Cristo
    Jenn P.

    Nothing but great service from the moment we arrived. This is a very cutesy and cozy establishment. There's adequate seating with two levels and a patio (you don't feel on top of each other). I was happy they accepted reservations. Kimberli B., our waitress, was a gym! Very attentive and kind. Our party ordered the Brussel Sprouts, Shrimp and Grits, Filet Mignon Benedict, Monte Cristo. Everyone loved the smokey flavor of the Brussels. The shrimp and grits were very filling and full of flavor w/ a kick. My friend said, "The cream sauce is a chef's kiss!" Monte Cristo was flavorful with a nice sweetness to it that melts in your mouth. My other friend stated the Filet Mignon Benedict is "Heaven in your mouth!" Suggestion: Order it medium well. She ordered it medium and it came out medium rare (still good). Everyone was full and happy from their meals!

    Creamsicle crush
    Sara E.

    I met my mom and dad here on a Saturday morning the day before Mother's Day. Luckily they had a reservation cause it was quite busy, but I loved the interior decor. Our waitress came over quickly and I ordered a creamsickle crush, which was delicious. I also ordered an eggs Benedict, which was also delicious and a large portion that I was able to take home and eat for another meal. We had a great time. The service was amazing and look forward to going back!

    Haystack burger
    Brianna W.

    We made a special trip to Rustic Spoon for my husband's birthday because their website listed scotch eggs, which was something he'd been craving forever and that we hadn't been able to find anywhere around town. It happened to be Restaurant Week, which made us a little nervous, but it ended up being totally fine. The dining room never felt overly crowded, the noise level was comfortable, and having the Restaurant Week prix fixe, drink specials, and regular menu all available gave us plenty of options without feeling overwhelming. One small note: the plastic logo cups served with the water decanter felt a little out of place. They were a bit sharp on the lips and didn't quite match the rest of the dining experience. Minor detail, but noticeable. The drinks, however, were excellent. On our server's recommendation, my husband ordered the Gingerbread Old Fashioned and I had the Salted Caramel Martini. Both were seasonal specials and both were fantastic. When we asked about the scotch eggs, our server explained they're normally a brunch-only item. We were a little disappointed (and may have made a few pouty faces while explaining we'd come specifically for them for his birthday), but we quickly let it go, it obviously wasn't her fault. What we didn't realize was that she went back and told the kitchen manager that it was his birthday and that we'd made the trip just for those scotch eggs. Since the kitchen wasn't slammed, they decided to make them anyway and surprised us with an order. We were honestly floored. My husband was thrilled. That kind of thoughtfulness is rare. And the scotch eggs were exactly what he'd been hoping for! They were crispy on the outside with a rich, savory center. For entrées, his Nashville Hot Chicken was juicy with the perfect amount of heat without being overwhelming. My Haystack Burger was stacked and delicious, though the BBQ sauce was strong enough to overshadow the pickled green tomato a bit. The fries were fantastic - crispy, battered, and perfect from first bite to last. Our server checked in at all the right times and kept drinks refilled without us needing to ask. The fact that she went out of her way to do something special during one of the busiest weeks on a restaurant's calendar says a lot about both her and the restaurant. Rustic Spoon is the kind of place that works just as well for a casual date night as it does for a birthday dinner or a night out with friends.

    Smash burger
    Alan G.

    Thursday night is 1/2 price burger night. Their Smash burger was excellent. Excellent happy hour specials.

    French Toast Breakfast
    Mel P.

    Nice Ambiance. Good service. Great Food. Definitely a spot to check out if you're in either location.

    Cinnamon V.

    The Rustic Spoon is a must visit! The food is absolutely delicious. The chicken and waffle oh my goodness delicious perfectly crispy on the outside, just how I like my waffle. The chicken is a boneless thigh tender and juicy. My sister said the seafood omelette was full of good seafood very refreshing and flavorful. Also, while I didn't order the potatoes but I tried them from another plate at the table and oh my goodness I love good potatoes. The atmosphere was quiet and spacious, making it a great place to enjoy a relaxing meal. The service was exceptional, friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for great food and great service. I can't wait to return!

    Crispy Brussels
    Lorina S.

    I decided to give Rustic Spoon another try after not being impressed with my Cuban Sandwich in my first visit. Both visits the service was great! The staff were inviting and friendly. It was a cold day so we asked to be near a heater vent and they offered for us to sit near the fire place. Now let's get to what this review is really about THE STUFFED FRENCH TOAST! It had a nice presentation and was absolutely delicious! It was more of a desert so I got Brussels sprouts to balance it out . Both entrees could have feed 3 ppl.

    Lemosa

    This place is amazing. Had the stuffed French toast and Lemosa for brunch and it was sooooo friggn awesome. The service was on point and the outside dining area was kept clean by attentitive staff. Note: If you like teeny tiny bites look elsewhere. The food is generous and tasteful and an experience in itself. I would come back here again when in town

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    We've been here a few times and never had a bad experience! Great quality and service!!

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    Great service and atmosphere food was a 3.5/5. I will go back for the vibes not so much for the food

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    Overpriced and underwhelming. Small portions and no wow factor to some of their signature dishes.

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    Ask the Community - The Rustic Spoon

    Do you have a Military Discount for Active Duty?

    We offer 25% off food for active duty and retired military every Monday

    Hours of operation today. Wednesday?

    8am-9pm Wednesday through Saturday 👍

    Breakfast all day?

    No, they just serve lunch and dinner. And a separate dessert menu.

    When will the new location be open?

    As soon as it's ready.

    Do you take breakfast reservations?

    yes

    Is brunch only on weekend?

    No, all week.

    Any gluten free options?

    Yes

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