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Please Note Our New Summer Hours | Open from 16.30 Monday to Saturday

RUSTICO
Restaurant & Deli

Italian Cooking, It's In Our Roots at Rustico

Welcome to Rustico, a family-run Italian restaurant in the heart of Bury St Edmunds, where authentic cooking & warm hospitality come together. We’re passionate about bringing the true flavours of Italy to your table, from traditional pasta and pizza to fresh seafood and regional specialities, all inspired by family recipes and our Italian heritage.

At Rustico, authentic Italian cooking isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. With a deep respect for our roots, we aim to create a dining experience that feels like home, sharing the spirit of Italian hospitality with every guest. We want every visit to feel welcoming, memorable, and full of flavour.

Fresh, comforting
pasta dishes & traditional
Italian recipes

We believe in soul-warming, honest Italian food. The kind that brings people together around the table. Our cooking is rooted in simplicity, seasonality, and the comforting flavours of traditional Italian home cooking.

Fresh pasta is at the heart of what we do. Made in our kitchen, it’s crafted with care using time-honoured techniques and paired thoughtfully with sauces that cling, complement, and let each ingredient shine in every bite.

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Order Online for Collection!

If you are craving great Italian food to eat on-the-go or from the comfort of home, we now offer a click & collect service. You can order from our Rustico online menu and arrange to collect during restaurant opening hours.

​Upcoming Events at Rustico

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Italian Food & Wine

We’re proud to cater to a variety of dietary needs, offering gluten-free options and dishes that suit vegetarians and other requirements without compromising on flavour. Whether you’re craving hearty traditional meals or a lighter, fresh option, our menu has something for everyone.

We offer a selection of hand-picked Wine & Apéritifs from Italy, please ask your server for recommendations on the best pairings with your meal. Salute!

Dine-in and takeaway available

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Steve B, Bishops Stortford

“I can only say well done to everyone at Rustico. The politest, most attentive staff, and the best Italian food I've had outside of Italy. Wonderful burrata brushetta with very sweet tomatoes. An outstanding carbonara, a risotto that was magnificent. And on the table, lemon infused olive oil. A total game changer on the rocket and parmesan salad. Home made tiramisu and cannoli.  Could not fault a single thing. And not at all expensive. We will be back on our next trip to the town."
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