Ruscello - Wauwatosa

Our lunch for 5 at Ruscello was just fine. Each person enjoyed their chosen meal and the service was very good. The reservation process through OpenTable was not so good and the restaurant did not have our table ready, so there was a wait. I initially made a reservation for 4 through OpenTable. When our party became a total of 5, I found the reservation could not be modified on OpenTable to that number so I called the restaurant to up the number, speaking with one of the staff (did not get a name of the person, unfortunately). When we arrived at the restaurant, the hostess had no knowledge that we were now a party of 5, and it seemed rather an imposition for them to re-do or get a table ready for 5, like it was my fault when I had, in fact, called in the change. It did not feel welcoming. Not a pleasant start to our luncheon. At least the server and the food were very good.

I eat here frequently and would normally give it a five on food..., I have worked my way through much of the menu. Yesterday it was just a bit “ off” Just a bit.... Chicken meatballs tasted liked they spent too much time in oven. Salad, overdressed and cherry tomatoes a bit past their prime. Serve is always excellent . I'll be back. Everyone has an off day here and there.

A delightful find for lunch. nice atmosphere, great service and good food.

A favorite lunch spot for me to meet friends. The food is consistently delicious and service very good as well. Had a recent empanada special....and the regular menu offers fresh salads, and nice “comfort food “type entrees. Good coffee, and like the nice touch of the complimentary chocolate!

We've been coming here for years since it's located on the ground floor. It's situated on the eastern Nordstrom's building side adjacent to men's clothing. Looking out over a parking lot area. We had used to like the attentive service, and we had no problems tipping well either. Unfortunately the staff has turned over prior, during and after the 2020 pandemic started. Prices have been steadily climbing. Tip: Seek out the happy hour pricing for drinks and limited food items from Monday Fri., 2:30 pm 5'ish. The hamburger is also a few bucks less than the nearly $18.00 that they charge you. Wow!