RUSTICO ITALIANO – Italian
Chef-owner Nino Annunziata's quaint Capri kitchen in downtown Lake Worth Beach since 2000, plating family recipes like elk tenderloin, porcini risotto, stuffed veal chops, and braciole with pappardelle. An acclaimed Italian-European wine list pours beside valet service, Wednesday-through-Sunday reservations, and Monday-Tuesday private dinners — and every summer the house closes May 31st for Italy, returning in October. It suits Lake Worth premier-occasion tables, Capri-recipe romantics, elk-curious adventurers, and regulars who count the days to the October reopening. The wine cellar leans Italian but travels the continent freely.
701 LUCERNE AVE, LAKE WORTH, FL, 33460 561.547.2782 https://rusticoitaliano.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at RUSTICO ITALIANO
Dairy-Free at RUSTICO ITALIANO
RUSTICO ITALIANO in Lake Worth has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spaghetti with Tomato & Basil, Broccoli Rabe and Spinach with Oil & Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at RUSTICO ITALIANO
RUSTICO ITALIANO in Lake Worth has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccoli Rabe and Spinach with Oil & Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at RUSTICO ITALIANO
RUSTICO ITALIANO in Lake Worth has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spaghetti with Tomato & Basil, Broccoli Rabe and Spinach with Oil & Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at RUSTICO ITALIANO
RUSTICO ITALIANO in Lake Worth has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Veal Cannelloni. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at RUSTICO ITALIANO
RUSTICO ITALIANO in Lake Worth has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccoli Rabe and Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at RUSTICO ITALIANO
RUSTICO ITALIANO in Lake Worth has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccoli Rabe and Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at RUSTICO ITALIANO
RUSTICO ITALIANO in Lake Worth has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spaghetti with Tomato & Basil and Broccoli Rabe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at RUSTICO ITALIANO
RUSTICO ITALIANO in Lake Worth has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spaghetti with Tomato & Basil, Broccoli Rabe and Spinach with Oil & Garlic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at RUSTICO ITALIANO
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Seafood Linguini | 45.2 g | 72.2 g |
| Bucatini Carbonara | 59 g | 54.9 g |
| Rigatoni Bolognese | 33.3 g | 52.2 g |
| Bucatini Amatriciana | 26.6 g | 40.4 g |
| Eggplant Parmigiana | 78.6 g | 30.4 g |
| Veal Cannelloni | 15.4 g | 27.7 g |
| Lobster Ravioli | 27.2 g | 26.6 g |
| Spring Salad | 25.4 g | 21.9 g |
| Sausage Cacciatore | 51.2 g | 19.8 g |
| Chicken Rustico | 12.7 g | 14.1 g |
| Veal Saltimbocca | 10.8 g | 8.5 g |
| Wild Boar Pappardelle | 9.5 g | 6.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Antipasti
- Elk Meatballs in Barolo - $18: House made elk meat balls glazed in a savory Barolo reduction. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Truffle Ravioli - $22: Black truffle ravioli in a rich and creamy truffle reduction. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $16: Thin sliced, golden fried eggplant layered with San Marzano tomato, melted mozzarella and ricotta cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Veal Cannelloni - $19: Hand rolled pasta filled with tender braised veal, baked in a san marzano sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium
- Lobster Ravioli - $24: Homemade Lobster Ravioli in a smooth pink sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Arugula Parmesan Salad - $14: Baby arugula, cherry tomatoes, shaved parmigiano reggiano, extra virgin olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Caesar Salad - $14: Crisp hearts romaine, dressed with our house made dressing, parmigiano reggiano.
- Positano Salad - $15: Baby arugula, fire roasted peppers, tomato grapes, gorgonzola, tossed pecans. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Spring Salad - $15: Fields greens, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and roasted peppers tossed fresh goat cheese, tomato grape. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Rusticanza Salad - $15: Romaine hearts, radicchio tossed with wine cheese, dried apricot, white balsamic.
- Soup of the Day - $10: Zuppa Del Giorno Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Main Courses & Pasta
- Beet and Goat Cheese Ravioli - $26: Homemade with goat cheese, beets.
- Rigatoni Bolognese - $28: Tossed with ground veal and basil in a tomato sauce.
- Bucatini Amatriciana - $26: Tossed with pancetta and onions in tomato sauce with pecorino romano.
- Black Ink Linguini - $32: Black ink pasta tossed with shrimp and saffron. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Seafood Linguini - $36: Sautéed with black mussels, squid, shrimp, and Little Neck clams in marinara. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Bucatini Carbonara - $26: Tossed with pancetta, egg yolks and pecorino romano. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Orecchiette Fantasia - $28: Homemade pasta tossed with sausages, broccoli rapini, and olive oil.
- Pear and Gorgonzola Fiocchi - $28: Pasta purses filled with gorgonzola and pears in a pink sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Veal Saltimbocca - $34: Tender veal scaloppini topped with prosciutto di Parma, fresh spinach, and melted mozzarella in a brown sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Veal Caprese - $34: Tender veal scaloppini, layered with lightly fried eggplant, melt mozzarella, light marzano sauce.
- Veal Veneziana - $36: Tender veal scaloppini, sautéed with a creamy gorgonzola cheese sauce, finished in a black truffle reduction.
- Chicken Rustico - $28: Chicken breast sautéed with roast peppers, sliced potato, mushrooms in tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Chicken Piemontese - $30: Chicken breast with truffles cream sauce, served with pasta in a savory pesto sauce.
- Sausage Cacciatore - $28: Italian sausages with fire roasted peppers, onions, mushrooms, in a light pomodoro and rigatoni.
- Black Squid Ink Risotto - $38: Black squid ink risotto with bay scallops, shrimp, calamari, in a light velvety cream sauce.
- Wild Boar Pappardelle - $32: Pappardelle tossed in a slow simmered wild boar Bolognese with mushrooms. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Wild Boar Shank - $42: Slow braised wild boar shank in a rich Barolo wine reduction. Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Bison Osso Buco - $48: Braised Bison shank served with pappardelle in a Barolo wine reduction. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Spaghetti with Oil & Garlic - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti with Tomato & Basil - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli Rabe - $10 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach with Oil & Garlic - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Chianti Classico Riserva - $14: Red Wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Amarone Cancello - $22: Red Wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Barolo Del Cancello - $24: Red Wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Pinot Grigio La Vendemmia - $12: White Wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Prosecco Mionetto - $13: Sparkling Wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about RUSTICO ITALIANO
- Is RUSTICO ITALIANO dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. RUSTICO ITALIANO has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spaghetti with Tomato & Basil, Broccoli Rabe and Spinach with Oil & Garlic.
- What can I eat at RUSTICO ITALIANO on a dairy-free diet?
- Spaghetti with Tomato & Basil, Broccoli Rabe and Spinach with Oil & Garlic carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does RUSTICO ITALIANO have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Spaghetti with Tomato & Basil and Broccoli Rabe.
- Is RUSTICO ITALIANO gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at RUSTICO ITALIANO?
- Seafood Linguini, at roughly 72.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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