Rustica Lounge Bar & Restaurant 565 Gorge Road, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010

"I was shocked to see so few people on a Friday night when I went to celebrate a birthday with some friends. The cuisine is terrible, but the setting is quite attractive, the music is nice, and the service is excellent. I think we shouldn't be paying what we do for such cuisine, but it's a sad place that should be doing better if they had a better chef. Perhaps the chef was on vacation last Friday. Sorry, but I don't think I'm going back."

"I came in October 2023. My experience here was extremely delightful. From the time I walked in the restaurant until my stomach was full when leaving - everything was nice. Service was very attentive. The drinks were absolutely amazing. The appetizers and main entrees were also good. I just needed touch more salt. Some parts of our choices were bland but I will not short them a star because the overall experience was really good. The decorum and ambiance was so cozy and relaxing. It elevated my visit here that much more. I will be going back."

"I went with a group of friends to celebrate a birthday, I was surprised to see very few people on a Friday evening. The place very cozy, nice music and the service very good BUT the food no good at all. It’s sad because such a nice place, should be doing better if they have a better chef, maybe the chef was on vacation last Friday, but I don’t think we should pay what we pay for that food. I don’t think I’m going back, sorry."

"Everything was very pleasant, from the host to the wait staff. The food was delicious. My husband said that the steak was the tastiest he had ever eaten. I had wanted the scallops without the risotto, but with the potatoes gratin instead, and was informed that they do not change the dishes. They come as stated on the menu, no exceptions. I had to opt for the Cacio e Pepe instead, which was delicious. I was disappointed with the crab cakes as they were soggy and falling apart. The live band was a great addition to our dining experience. I highly recommend this restaurant."

"Our waiter was great. They made my wife feel really special for her bday. Drink were on point. And the atmosphere and decor is second to none. Highly recommend."