Fine Italian food in the very centre of Birmingham is Cucina Rustica's trademark, a comfortable, atmospheric Italian restaurant popular with both locals and tourists visiting this vibrant city. Although modern and slick in its execution, the choice of deep earthy colours and moody lighting, tactile materials such as wood and stone and the addition of characterful contemporary art and healthy, verdant plants give Cucina Rustica that slight traditional feel suggested by its name and a certain cosiness that gives it a home from home feel. Attention to detail is in every little touch here at Cucina Rustica, from the single rose placed on each table to the complementary olives produced on every guest's arrival. Equally, food is produced with great care, dishes traditionally Italian but done with flair and a certain amount of style, some unusual choices offered alongside classic favourites, all from the classic Italian cookbook and accompanied by a wide array of drinks.
We welcome group bookings for parties up to 80 guests and offer two different special set menus for groups.
For bookings in December we will be serving our Christmas menu: https://www.cucinarustica.co.uk/christmas-menu
Cucina Rustica Birmingham reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value
Noise • Energetic
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Birmingham/West Midlands (county)
Romantic
Birmingham
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
Birmingham
Best Ambience
Birmingham
Best Value
Birmingham
Good for business meals
Birmingham
Romantic
Birmingham
Good for special occasions
Review summary
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Cucina Rustica in Birmingham offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "outstanding service." The atmosphere is often described as "wonderful," with a warm and inviting ambiance. Guests appreciate the "attentive and friendly staff" and the "authentic Italian dishes," making it a highly recommended spot for Italian cuisine lovers.
1,310 Reviews
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OpenTable Diner
Birmingham2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Thoroughly enjoyed the taste of all the food we had, particularly the trio of pastas. The restaurant has a lovely warm ambience in a relatively quiet area of the Jewellery Quarter, great to be away but just a short walk from the busy part of the city centre. The staff were welcoming and friendly.
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Francis
Birmingham41 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
First time, won't be our last. Excellent foid, but the service was outstanding. Great atmosphere and good value for money. The special were very good and wineca sensible price. Recommended.
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Faiza
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 April 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
It’s the second time me and my friend have been. We absolutely love the restaurant and the food and the service. We are so happy to have found this wonderful Italian restaurant. The staff are attentive and amazing. It was very busy for a Monday night so that speaks volumes. Thank you for another wonderful meal.
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Kayleigh
Birmingham3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 April 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Lovely experience
First time eating here
Service was great
Food was wonderful
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Mark
Bath1 review
5.0
Dined on 5 April 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We arrived on time and were shown straight to our table. The food was excellent and served in a timely manner. Service was very good. It was very busy which created a nice friendly atmosphere but some may find it a bit noisy .
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Latoyah
Birmingham1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 April 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always a lovely experience food is delicious and efficient service.
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Maria
Birmingham1 review
5.0
Dined on 30 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The service is very lovely, the place is beautiful and the food soooo delicious. We will come back.
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Vickie
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Group of 6 ladies, celebrating. Very professional service and fabulous food. We were there for 4 hours and the staff looked after us impeccably
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Rachael
Birmingham1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Fabulous food great atmosphere and service definitely recommend
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Tak
Birmingham1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The place never fails to deliver amazing food, with great service and always making sure their customers are looked after.
Thr kitchen deserves praise for always having a consistent great plate of food , the Linguine Fruti de mare is an all time foodie dish.
Keep doing what you are doing.
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FAQs
Cucina Rustica Birmingham does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.
Cucina Rustica Birmingham is rated 4.7 stars by 1310 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
We welcome group bookings for parties up to 80 guests and offer two different special set menus for groups.
For bookings in December we will be serving our Christmas menu: https://www.cucinarustica.co.uk/christmas-menu