Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala Moana

4.7

2633 reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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Ruscello is a full-service restaurant featuring Mediterranean and Italian-inspired cuisine. The menu is bold in flavor, focusing on great appetizers, salads, sandwiches, brick-oven pizzas, pastas, entrées and housemade desserts. Guests can choose to sit in the dining room or enjoy a drink and food offering in the bar area.

Ruscello is located on the 3rd Floor.

We are open for dine-in with limited capacity and to-go orders with Curbside Pickup. Call (808) 953-6110 to place your order. Join us for Brunch on weekends.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

30 Jun 2022

19:00

Booked 93 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–7:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–6:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 953-6110
Website
http://shop.nordstrom.com/st/nordstrom-ala-moana#r
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
1450 Ala Moana Blvd, Suite 2950 Honolulu, HI 96814
Area
Honolulu
Parking Details
Parking available at the Ala Moana Center
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Lobster Bisque
- CupUS$7.75
- BowlUS$10.00
Roma Tomato Basil**
- CupUS$5.25
- BowlUS$7.50
Signature Housemade Soup
- CupUS$5.75
- BowlUS$8.00
Simple SaladUS$8.50
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese, dijon balsamic vinaigrette
Crisp CalamariUS$13.50
sweet and spicy peppers, jalapeño basil aïoli
Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata**US$11.00
grilled sourdough croutons, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil pesto
Brussels Sprouts FriteUS$10.00
spiced cashews, lemon, honey
Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos**US$9.50
lettuce, yellow pepper, tomato, cilantro lime vinaigrette, queso fresco
Chicken MeatballsUS$11.25
rustic marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, grilled baguette
Artichoke Spinach Dip**US$12.00
bell pepper, parmesan cheese, tuscan lemon & herb flatbread

Signature Salads**

Petite Tender* (Gluten free) $22 (330 cal), Roasted Chicken (Gluten free) $17.50 (210 cal), Wild Pacific Shrimp (Gluten free) $20.25 (130 cal), Alaskan Sockeye Salmon* (Gluten free) $19.25 (200 cal), Tuscan Lemon Cauliflower (Gluten free) $16.75 (160 cal). Choose your favorite chef's preparation below

Green Goddess
Farro, quinoa, hard-cooked egg, organic baby spinach, avocado, pickled red onion, cucumber, turmeric daikon, herb salad. (610 cal)
Cilantro Lime
Organic baby greens, jack cheese, heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn, pumpkin seeds, cilantro lime vinaigrette. (280 cal)
Ginger Sesame
Organic baby greens, julienne vegetables, crisp wontons, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, sesame seeds, cilantro, ginger sesame dressing. (450 cal)
Little Gem Caesar
Little gem lettuce, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese crisp, white anchovy. (450 cal)

Entrees

Wild Salmon & Cauliflower*US$25.00
peperonata vegetables, creamy parmesan polenta, lemon honey gastrique
Chicken ParmesanUS$23.50
marinara, kale salad, pine nuts, parmesan cheese
Chef's Featured Steak*
organic baby spinach, crispy parmesan potatoes, peppercorn sauce
- With 6oz FiletUS$39.00
- With 8oz Flat IronUS$31.00
- With 6oz Petite TenderUS$22.00

Signature Sandwiches**

served with choice of salt & pepper crush french fries and kalamata olive aïoli or side salad

Roasted Turkey & Avocado ClubUS$16.75
Natural turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, peppercorn aïoli, toasted country bread. (1100/740 cal)
Nordstrom Burger*US$17.50
Lettuce, tomato, red onion, sharp white cheddar cheese, roasted garlic aïoli, toasted artisan bun. (1500/1140 cal). With Beyond Burger patty (1340/990 cal)
- With beyond Burger PattyUS$21.50
Prime French Dip*US$19.25
Warm roast beef, sharp white cheddar cheese, toasted parmesan baguette, au jus. (1400/1050 cal)

Pasta

gluten free penne available (Gluten free)

Spicy Wild Shrimp Pomodoro**US$20.00
spicy tomato sauce, baby spinach, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan cheese, fresh herbs
Penne Bolognese & MeatballsUS$17.00
chicken meatballs, spicy italian sausage, red bell pepper, tomato cream sauce, parmesan cheese
Portabella Mushroom Ravioli**US$17.50
oven roasted tomatoes, basil, parmesan cream sauce
Chicken Lemon Pesto GnocchiUS$18.00
ricotta gnocchi, roasted tomatoes, organic baby spinach, parmesan cheese

Handmade Pizza

Cauliflower pizza crust available (gluten free) $4 (300 additional cal)

Chef's Featured PizzaUS$15.75
MargheritaUS$14.50
roma tomatoes, garlic oil, basil, mozzarella, parmesan and aged provolone cheese

Meals To Go

Our Kitchen, Your Table. Pasta for 2 - $49. Here's What You Get, no substitutions please

Soup

Choice Of

Roma Tomato Basil
Lobster Bisque

Salad

Little Gem Caesar
garlic croutons, parmesan cheese crisp, white anchovy

Pasta

Choice Of

Penne Bolognese & Chicken Meatballs
spicy sausage, red pepper, tomato cream, parmesan
Portabella Mushroom Ravioli
oven roasted tomatoes, basil, parmesan cream sauce

Dessert

Fresh Baked Cookies

Friends & Family Meals - A La Carte Menu

Each dish is designed to feed 4-5 people. Please ask us for recommendations depending on the size of your party

Soups & Starters

Roma Tomato Basil SoupUS$30.00
with crostinis
Signature Housemade Soup of the DayUS$35.00
with crostinis
CrostinisUS$7.50
Ciabatta Rolls with ButterUS$7.50
Vegetable CruditeUS$20.00
hummus tahini, pimento cheese
Housemade MeatballsUS$25.00
roasted garlic tomato sauce, provolone & mozzarella cheeses
Heirloom Tomatoes & BurrataUS$30.00
grilled sourdough croutons, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil pesto
Wild Pacific Shrimp CocktailUS$40.00

Salads

Little Gem CaesarUS$28.00
little gem lettuce, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese crisp, white anchovy
Simple Mixed GreensUS$28.00
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese, house dressing
Ginger SesameUS$30.00
organic baby greens, julienne vegetables, crisp wontons, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, sesame seeds, cilantro, ginger sesame dressing
Cilantro LimeUS$30.00
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn, jack cheese, pumpkin seeds, cilantro lime vinaigrette
Lemon Bowtie PastaUS$30.00
petite tomatoes, feta cheese, arugula, lemon vinaigrette

Salad Additions

choose your favorite protein to add on to any of our salads

ChickenUS$12.00
ShrimpUS$15.00
Salmon*US$15.00
Steak*US$20.00

Pastas

Baked Penne Mac & CheeseUS$45.00
alfredo cream sauce, provolone, mozzarella and parmesan cheese, bread crumbs
Spaghetti with MeatballsUS$50.00
chitarra pasta, parmesan cheese, basil
Chicken Lemon Pesto GnocchiUS$55.00
ricotta gnocchi, roasted tomatoes, organic baby spinach, parmesan cheese
Spicy Wild Shrimp PomodoroUS$60.00
tomato sauce, baby spinach, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan cheese, fresh herbs

Entrees

Pan Seared ChickenUS$60.00
spinach, capers, lemon butter
Tuscan Lemon & Herb SalmonUS$65.00
spinach, capers, lemon butter
Chicken TendersUS$30.00
breaded chicken, choice of dipping sauce

Desserts

Housemade Cookies & BarsUS$30.00
Fresh BerriesUS$30.00

Beverages

LemonadeUS$15.00
Iced TeaUS$15.00

Friends & Family Meals - Basic Meal Package

$195. Each meal package serves about ten people, and includes: Serving Utensils, Plates, Cutlery, Napkins

Soup or Starter

Choice Of

Roma Tomato Basil Soup
with crostinis
Signature Housemade Soup of the Day
with crostinis
Crostinis
Ciabatta Rolls with Butter
Vegetable Crudite
hummus tahini, pimento cheese
Housemade Meatballs
roasted garlic tomato sauce, provolone & mozzarella cheeses
Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata
grilled sourdough croutons, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil pesto
Wild Pacific Shrimp Cocktail

Bread

Choice Of

Crostinis
Ciabatta Rolls

Salad

Add on Proteins Additional: Add Chicken (Gluten free), Add Salmon* (Gluten free), Add Shrimp (Gluten free), Add Steak* (Gluten free). Choice Of

Little Gem Caesar
little gem lettuce, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese crisp, white anchovy
Simple Mixed Greens
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese, house dressing
Ginger Sesame
organic baby greens, julienne vegetables, crisp wontons, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, sesame seeds, cilantro, ginger sesame dressing
Cilantro Lime
organic baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn, jack cheese, pumpkin seeds, cilantro lime vinaigrette
Lemon Bowtie Pasta
petite tomatoes, feta cheese, arugula, lemon vinaigrette

Pastas

Choice of 2

Baked Penne Mac & Cheese
alfredo cream sauce, provolone, mozzarella and parmesan cheese, bread crumbs
Spaghetti with Meatballs
chitarra pasta, parmesan cheese, basil
Chicken Lemon Pesto Gnocchi
ricotta gnocchi, roasted tomatoes, organic baby spinach, parmesan cheese
Spicy Wild Shrimp Pomodoro
tomato sauce, baby spinach, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan cheese, fresh herbs

Entree

Choice Of

Pan Seared Chicken
spinach, capers, lemon butter
Tuscan Lemon & Herb Salmon
spinach, capers, lemon butter
Chicken Tenders
breaded chicken, choice of dipping sauce

Dessert

Choice Of

Housemade Cookies & Bars
Fresh Berries

What 2,633 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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VirginiaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Mandy was attentive and nice. The Lobster Bisque and Shrimp Salad were delicious.
L
Liv2eat
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience3
Always good.
B
Betts
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent! Will definitely return on my nextoouting.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience3
Food was good but the prices are too high.
DM
DanM
Hawaii
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience4
Took my wife to Rucello for her birthday after not being there for at least a year. Service was basically non-existent, and food was ok. Our waiter basically took our order, came around only one time to refill our water glass, and dropped off the bill. I ordered a simple Norstrom burger with fries and my wife a simple salmon salad. My burger was barely warm and the fries didn't seem to be fresh. Tough to screw up a salmon salad, so no major issues. Given that Rucello is associated with a high-end department store, one would expect much better. Pretty much taking Rucello off of my restaurant list.
EG
ElsieG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice and quiet to have a peaceful dinner with friends. Satisfying food and service.
C
Chow
Hawaii
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food2service5ambience4
The Chicken breast with the gem salad was very dry and difficult to cut. The baguette with the meatballs were over grilled/toasted. Very hard and actually very difficult to eat. First time in years we were not impressed with the meal. Server was very good and accommodating.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
Always a great lunch spot unfortunately a very lively group was placed near to us which made it difficult to enjoy each other’s company. This is not the norm.
MV
MaileV
Hawaii
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Rated 5 for most of the category. I ordered the Salmon dish and the fish was on the dry side. Very nice atmosphere and service was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was great (: sadly my memory is terrible & I can’t remember her name, it could’ve been Lisa. She was awesome. We had the two-top on the corner makai side inside window, so much fun!
G
Garyh
Seattle
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
The overall experience was very good. The service was outstanding. I had a server (Mandy) who was as good as anyone I can remember.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 22 June 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food and service were great. Environment and ambiance made it conducive for doing business. My Client commented on how well he enjoyed lunch and look forward to returning with his family to eat.
DR
DennisR
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We eat here a lot, god food and great drinks. The service is always spot on.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 21 June 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Pleasant, nice spot to have lunch with a friend
FS
FrancesS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
New menu with more variety and choices. Service is always good here. And my lunch was delicious. Portions are generous too!
S
Scooter
Hawaii
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on 20 June 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Ruscello gets high marks for being centrally located, plenty of parking and generally good service. The food is good but uninspiring and unremarkable, and the service borders on “over attentive” - meaning if you get presented the dessert menu not long after being asked how your first bites were, you start to get the feeling that jamming more covers in to lunch service rather than the lunch experience is a higher priority for this establishment. Outside dining as an option is a nice benefit. But don’t go there thinking it will leave you rushing to come back.
JK
JoyK
Hawaii
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 20 June 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
I ate a club which was good. My friend had the Katsu salad which she ate all of it…and we had dessert. The sorbet was nice and the brownie with ice cream and topped with caramel was delicious.
JS
JoyfulSampler
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 19 June 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Return visit. Father's Day reservation made a month in advance for lunch. Food and service were excellent on a busy day. NOTE: We found it just a bit odd that we were initially seated at a table near the entrance, then asked within a minute if a booth was preferred. After being re-seated (and before we could scan the menu), was again asked if we would consider moving back to a table, in light of seating needs for an anticipated large group. We were happy to oblige, and ended up with a beautiful view and a very relaxing celebration. Mahalo!
K
Keao
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fathers Day
MM
MaiMae
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 19 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Father’s Day
RH
RyanH
Las Vegas
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on 18 June 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Had the chicken panko salad and a nice glass of wine, while I had the lobster bisque, french dip and plantation iced tea. Nothing really spectacular. The view was excellent and the price was reasonable.
ID
IreneD
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 18 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time dining there! Excellent first time dining experience! We’re thinking of when we can go back again. Thanks for a memorable meal!
ET
ETTL
Hawaii
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on 17 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Ate in the outdoor area. Staff attentive and friendly. Menu options are good. The hamburger was very tasty.; French fries came with two sauces. My husband loved it. I had a salad with farro&cous-cous and added roasted cauliflower to the salad. It was very good! Enjoyed our meal very much!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 17 June 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great - went after a meeting. Always pleasant, good service, nice setting.
LE
Live2Eatg
Hawaii
69 reviews
vip
5.0
69 reviews
Dined on 16 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First of all, thank you for remembering my favorite seating area. I was so impressed that the staff noted it on my reservation. The food was perfect and delicious! We both started with the signature Tomato Basil Soup with crostini which were exceptional! The crostini was still warm and crunchy. The Salad Nicoise and French Dip Sandwich were also delicious and the Creme Brulee topped it off! Service is always impeccable at Ruscello and it was no different from other experiences there. Mahalo nui loa!
V
Vivian
Hawaii
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 16 June 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
New salad menu is excellent. Wish they would bring back the seared ahi salad.
KT
KathyT
Hawaii
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 14 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food (we all had the panko chicken salad bc it is very good!), friendlly and efficient service without being pushy or making you feel rushed. Good open space, even indoors.
H
Heidiwong340
Hawaii
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 12 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We order calamari, pizza and tacos, all good. Service is fast. Always good here to have lunch hangout with friends.
T
leaT
Hawaii
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 11 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ruscello is our "Go to" lunch place. It's clean, nice menu & portion size, ample choices of food and drink. Ambiance is pleasing, both atmosphere and staff.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 11 June 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Friendly, consistent and wide selection of choices. Love the recent addition of protein options.
f
foodforview
Hawaii
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 11 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server explained the special dish perfect. Said the salad was more grainy than greens but she said the flavors were good. My wife and I made the perfect decision to split it.
j
julz
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love dining at Ruscello! For lunch and dinner... It's so easy to get a table and the food and service is always top notch
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Solo lunch after shopping. Great food. Outstanding server. She was efficient and friendly, which I really appreciated. Left my sunglasses at the table and they so graciously called me to collect them. Awesome view. Something about Nordstrom bars/restaurants that always wins me over. I ordered a fantastic mocktail… was incredible (Rosehound I believe?) Also, order the fries with the olive aioli.. you won’t regret it!
DE
DEWRuscello
Hawaii
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 8 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was (and is always) on point at Ruscello—never had a bad dining experience here! I highly recommend this in-store restaurant with a view of the beach and the Pacific Ocean!
CS
CindyS
Hawaii
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 5 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great!
KM
KeaneM
Las Vegas
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 June 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food taste and presentation was excellent. Drinks were terrific. The French Dip, salad, and pizza were excellent. Will definitely be back.
L
Lisa
Hawaii
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 June 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food was great as well as the service. Just a little too noisy other than that my experience was awesome!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 June 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Food was good, they have outdoor dining which is great. Service was a little slow. Overall a good place for a get together.
e
etaguba
Hawaii
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 4 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server us awesome and food was delicious
H
Hungry
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service all around was excellent! And the food was spot on.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Contactless payment available

Protective equipment
- Waiting staff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala Moana is rated 4.7 stars by 2633 OpenTable diners.

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Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

30 Jun 2022

19:00

Booked 93 times today

Google Map for Ruscello - Nordstrom Ala Moana

1450 Ala Moana Blvd, Suite 2950 Honolulu, HI 96814