Peter C.
8/15/2025
Service is great and food up scale from what it was Inside is fun and comfortable Highly recommended
Rustic Cafe
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Closed
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516 Boston Post Rd
East Lyme, CT 06333
The Rustic originally opened as a large restaurant, bar and dance hall. It was known to have the likes of Frank Sinatra stop by for an evening out. After a devastating fire, it was rebuilt in 1969 to its present, cozy size. Eccentric locals and summer tourists alike now enjoy local craft beer and creative cocktails in an open wood-beam atmosphere under the original iconic sign.
Reviews
4.0238 reviewsSheryl J.
11/4/2025
Gave this unique little treasure a shot for burgers and was not disappointed! The funky atmosphere is like no other, and the service was warm, friendly, and efficient. I asked to sub a salad for...
Kate J.
9/6/2025
Service was friendly and attentive. Casual food. The best sticky toffee pudding dessert!
Jan B.
11/30/2023
My friend and I had a blast at Rustic Cafe . I would love to come back and try some other items on their menu . We tried the stuffed clams .. Delicious!! Such a fun place !!!
Tracey H.
2/21/2023
Delicious food and beers. As a starter the fried pickles are a must. I had a great burger, lots of flavor and cooked perfectly. My wife has a scallop sandwich, with I have never seen on a menu....
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