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Wow, I wish I had a place like closer to me! The tap selections are eclectic, unusual and interesting; there's not a bad beer among them (not that I could physically get through them all!) One of my favorite things about Rustico is that they'll happily pour you half-pints (or less) of the different beers on tap so you can taste more of them. The food is wonderful; the trios are a great concept. You get three small plates, each paired with a different beer in a 4-6 ounce size (I forget the exact size). The service is friendly, the servers and bartender are knowledgeable, and the ambiance is fresh and slightly upscale without being snooty. Rustico has actually knocked Brickskeller out of the position it previously held as the must-go-to bar when I come in to DC Metro from out of town. Highly recommended!
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This is not your fathers beer bar! The owners of Rustico have opted to seek a fine balance between upscale cuisine and beer. This is certainly indicative by their unique menu pairings of the two in an almost symbiotic relationship. All of this amidst an open but trendy industrial setting that provides some very plush bar seating the word bar stool does not adequately suffice here.
Still, the available beers, which include very fresh drafts and a breathtaking selection of Belgian bottles, make it worth the trip. Rustico offers about well-rotated 30 taps that include a diverse array of styles and regions. All at a price; this is not a cheap place, since an imperial pint will set you back about $8.00 (Reminiscent of Ginger Man in NYC.) But dont get discouraged, they do have Happy Hour prices ($1.00 off). During my recent visit, I enjoyed: Stone Pale Ale, Bells Two-Hearted Ale, Avery New World Porter and Harviestoun Bitter and Twisted (English IPA).
Located in a newly developed commercial and residential area adjacent to Potomac Yards and being literally on the wrong side of the tracks, Rustico is a short walk from the Braddock Road Metro Station. If you wish to drive here, there is parking available for those in search of DWIs.
Though I may not visit Rustico more than once or twice annually, its good to know that establishments such as this exist.
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