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Cafe Rustica

Café, Coffee Shop, and Sandwich Spot$$$$

Somerville

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Cafe Rustica

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Ranked #9 for sandwiches in Cambridge
"Their Rustica Special is an amazing sandwich on fresh bread."(2 Tips)
"Best neighborhood cafe in the Boston area as far as I'm concerned."(2 Tips)
"Rustics Special on Focaccia."(2 Tips)
"Italian tuna is good."(2 Tips)

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Louisa RigaliJanuary 2, 2015
The Rustica Special on focaccia: amazing. And the service here is unbeatable--they are unfailingly friendly and welcoming! Best neighborhood cafe in the Boston area as far as I'm concerned.
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Steph FellNovember 11, 2012
Go on a warm day to enjoy the awesomeness of the small backyard covered by large trees. Try the italian style tuna salad. / ir en un día soleado para aprovechar el patio. Prueba la ensalada de atun
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Sandi TangAugust 15, 2014
Friendliest people ever and really deliciously fresh sandwiches! We love the roast beef brie, prosciutto red pepper, and rustica sandwiches!! never ever disappointed by these guys!
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Jake LevinDecember 27, 2014
Been here 5+ times
This is the best neighborhood cafe around. Amazing owners / staff who make you feel like family. Bagels are always toasted to perfection.
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Jeremy KrantzSeptember 15, 2014
Their Rustica Special is an amazing sandwich on fresh bread. Make sure they toast it. It has tomatoes, mozaeella, basil and prosciutto!
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Gilad GrayApril 19, 2015
Lovely little patio in the back!
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Emilia Von HertellMay 29, 2013
Incredible food on FRESH BREAD!! Epic friendly service. They always remember you when you come back. Can't recommend this place enough.
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Emilia Von HertellApril 13, 2013
Seating is limited so bring a friend to help snag a place to sit. It's a nice atmosphere so people tend to linger a bit.
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Olivier DousseAugust 22, 2017
Authentic Italian coffee, simple but yummy pastry, friendly staff!
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Spencer MJuly 9, 2013
Be sure to get your sandwich pressed/grilled. They charge 50 cents extra to grill but it's worth every penny. They also serve Lavazza 😍
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Greta SchneiderFebruary 26, 2016
Lovely owners and employees. Old time feel. Strong coffee. Yummy food and not stingy with the portions
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Jon WedamanDecember 29, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Rustics Special on Focaccia. Do it. If you're feeling adventurous, add Italian Tuna to it.
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Brian ManningJuly 29, 2015
Cute little place with a variety of food and drink options.
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Jon WedamanJune 14, 2019
Been here 100+ times
WiFi: BSL Customer Only Pass: BSLThankYou
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Bryn MartinOctober 7, 2019
Bread here is fantastic!! Such a kind and caring staff too. :)
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Caroline HarveyMarch 11, 2013
The poppyseed muffin is perfection, and they don't charge extra for soy milk!
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Matt V.June 17, 2015
Lovely cappuccino. Will come again!
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Anit DasMay 30, 2016
I'm a fan of the roast beef sandwich
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john rutherfordMay 20, 2013
Been here 10+ times
add focaccia and a sanbitter to any sandwich - completely worth it.
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Teole TeoleJuly 10, 2016
Been here 100+ times
Espresso are the best
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Peter McCullaghMay 21, 2015
Great coffee and sandwiches
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carlos aguilarAugust 21, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Two best sandwiches in Boston: roast beef / Brie and salami / capocollo.
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Q LamOctober 27, 2011
You can custom order your sandwich. Italian tuna is good.
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Patrick VarinSeptember 15, 2016
Try the special
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Saritha AthmakurJune 27, 2015
Coffee! And sandwiches!
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Jay MinerJune 30, 2009
Been here 5+ times
Order a sandwich and say hey to Ahmed and Farouk, the two great guys that run the place.
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Oliver LubinFebruary 6, 2010
Everything is awesome. Try the chicken salad. It's the BEST!
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Nathaniel DeanOctober 13, 2009
Get anything on their baguettes- some of the best I've had at a restaurant in the area.
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Dave LindquistJune 1, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Say hello to the great staff.
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JessicaAugust 13, 2011
Warm blueberry muffins!!
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ashley LucibelloDecember 17, 2009
Order anything! It's all DELISH
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