Pane Rustica

Rikki Radkay a month ago

This place is so special and a true moment captured in time . The bakery has the most delicious sweets & breads . Prices are so fair and shockingly affordable . This was our first time for dinner and it was phenomenal. Will be our new date night staple . The menu is quality , fresh, and flavor packed . So happy to be a new regular here for groceries, lunch, & dinners . The team is so kind and genuine . Refreshingly real & traditional you can see how & why they have 27 years here .

AGJ 2 months ago

If you’re looking for one of South Tampa’s hidden gems, I highly recommend Pane Rustica. Their fresh artisan bread is the star of the show and takes every sandwich to another level. The burgers are consistently outstanding juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right and their Cubans are served on house baked bread that gives them an incredible texture and flavor. Whether you’re stopping in for lunch or dinner, it’s a place that delivers quality, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere every time. It’s easy to see why it’s become a favorite neighborhood spot.

A Roby 3 months ago

We discovered Pane Rustica with a friend who raved about it, and after that first visit, we returned on our own. The experience was amazing! Lunch is bustling—you order at the counter and find a table—but dinner has waiter service, offering a refined feel. My wife’s curry sandwich was lovely, and the charcoal-grilled burger I had was the best I’ve had so far in Tampa—perfectly cooked with that wonderful grilled taste. The roasted potatoes were amazing. Prices are reasonable, and the food is incredible. The employees are so proud of what they serve. They told us their cookies won “best in Tampa,” and they were right—my wife had an espresso cookie, and I had a chocolate chip cookie—both outstanding. As a former executive corporate pastry chef for Hyatt Hotels, and having owned my own restaurant for 17 years, I know how important staff is. What truly sets Pané Rustica apart—beyond the exceptional quality—is how passionate the employees are. They warmly explain the products, smile, and truly care about every guest. That’s what makes this place so different from any other in Tampa. Five stars!

Haley DeLeon 9 months ago

I had lunch here with some friends and we all enjoyed our food! The staff was very nice and helpful as well. The sandwich portions are huge — I would recommend splitting one, especially if you order it with the fries (which were delicious).

Kevin Elder Edited a year ago

Excellent restaurant run by great people. Dining in is a fun experience in an energetic, positive setting. Often we order to go and the quality is on point as well. Another option is ordering their great food delivered next door to Red Neck Wines. Recently we had catering for my daughter's graduation and it blew everyone away- the presentation, flavor, and variety was just awesome. Every single person was raving about the food and set up. Kevin and V came before hand to prep and set everything up and made it such a special, memorable experience. These guys are pros and the best. A+++