Ruscello - Nordstrom South Coast Plaza

4.9

211 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Great for brunch
Charming

Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (714) 850-2510 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats. Offering Brunch until 3pm on Saturdays & Sundays.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00–19:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–20:00 Sun 11:00–18:00
Phone number
(714) 850-2510
Website
https://www.nordstrom.com/store-details/nordstrom-south-coast-plaza?sp_source=other&sp_campaign=food
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Area
Costa Mesa
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Wine Wednesdays
Multiple dates available
Wine Wednesdays. Join us for 1/2 price bottles of wine* with purchase of a menu item on Wednesdays. *excludes Prisoner Red Blend and Perrier Jouet
Weekend Brunch 11am-3pm
Multiple dates available
Enjoy Weekend Brunch at the Nordstrom South Coast Plaza Ruscello Saturday and Sunday between 11am to 3pm.

Offers

Happy Hour at the Ruscello!
18 Apr 2024 - 27 Jan 2026
Mon - Sat - 14:30 - 17:00
Come join us for Happy Hour Monday through Friday between 2:30pm and 5:00pm. We offer delicious food like the Nordstrom Burger or try any of our Signature cocktails like the Vine Street or Billionaire. No reservation necessary. **Not applicable for carryout.**

Lobster Bisque
- Cup (330 cal)US$8.50
- Bowl (570 cal)US$11.75
- Quart To GoUS$25.50
Roma Tomato Basil**
- Cup (190 cal)US$6.25
- Bowl (290 cal)US$9.00
- Quart To GoUS$20.00
Signature Housemade Soup
- Cup US$6.25
- BowlUS$9.00
- Quart To GoUS$20.00
Rustic Cheddar Chive Biscuit (360 cal)US$3.50
Simple Salad (270 cal)US$10.00
baby greens, heirloom tomatoes, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese, creamy garlic vinaigrette
Crisp Calamari (630 cal)US$16.00
sweet & spicy peppers, jalapeño basil aïoli
Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata** (490 cal)US$12.50
grilled sourdough croutons, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil pesto
Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts (350 cal)US$12.50
chicken sausage, sweet soy, chile de arbol, toasted peanuts
Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos** (310 cal)US$10.00
lettuce, yellow pepper, tomato, cilantro lime vinaigrette, queso fresco
Artichoke Spinach Dip** (1160 cal)US$15.00
bell pepper, parmesan cheese, tuscan lemon & herb flatbread

Signature Salads**

Skirt Steak* (480 cal)US$28.00
choose your favorite chef's preparation
Roasted Chicken (210 cal)US$19.50
choose your favorite chef's preparation
Wild Pacific Shrimp (170 cal)US$23.00
choose your favorite chef's preparation
Alaskan Sockeye Salmon* (230 cal)US$23.00
choose your favorite chef's preparation
Roasted Cauliflower (100 cal)US$19.00
choose your favorite chef's preparation
Wild Salmon Niçoise* (630 cal)US$24.50
baby greens, julienne vegetables, crisp wontons, mandarins, almonds, sesame seeds, cilantro, ginger sesame dressing
Shrimp & Arugula With Sweet Corn (590 cal)US$23.00
wild shrimp, heirloom tomatoes, polenta croutons, parmesan cheese crisp, creamy garlic vinaigrette

Chef's Preparation

Honey Dijon Cobb (750 cal)
baby greens, provolone cheese, bacon, egg, avocado, heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn, cilantro, honey dijon dressing
Cilantro Lime (310 cal)
baby greens, jack cheese, heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn, pumpkin seeds, tortilla crisps, cilantro lime vinaigrette
Ginger Sesame (450 cal)
baby greens, julienne vegetables, crisp wontons, mandarins, almonds, sesame seeds, cilantro, ginger sesame dressing
Little Gem Caesar (500 cal)
little gem lettuce, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese crisp

Handmade Pizza

Cauliflower pizza crust available (Gluten Free) $4.50. (300 additional cal)

Shrimp Scampi (1230 cal)US$19.75
alfredo sauce, spinach, oven roasted tomatoes, mozzarella, parmesan and provolone cheese
Margherita (840 cal)US$17.25
roma tomatoes, garlic oil, basil, mozzarella, parmesan and provolone cheese
Pepperoni & Mushroom (1190 cal)US$18.50
sweet tomato sauce, mozzarella and provolone cheese, basil, oregano

Signature Sandwiches**

served with salt & pepper crush french fries and kalamata olive aïoli or side salad +2.00 truffle parmesan french fries and truffle aïoli

Roasted Turkey & Avocado Club (1240/890 cal)US$18.50
natural turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, peppercorn aïoli, country bread
Nordstrom Burger* (1510/1160 cal)US$19.50
lettuce, tomato, red onion, sharp white cheddar cheese, roasted garlic aïoli, artisan bun
- With Beyond Burger Patty (1480/1130 cal)US$23.75
French Dip* (1440/1090 cal)US$20.50
certified angus beef, sharp white cheddar cheese, parmesan baguette, au jus
Spicy Chicken Parm (1650/1310 cal)US$19.50
marinara, mozzarella and provolone cheese, sweet & spicy peppers, arugula, parmesan baguette

Pasta

gluten free penne available

Spicy Wild Shrimp Pomodoro** (880 cal)US$22.75
spicy tomato sauce, baby spinach, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan cheese, fresh herbs
Penne Bolognese & Meatballs (980 cal)US$18.75
chicken meatballs, spicy italian sausage, red bell pepper, tomato cream sauce, parmesan cheese
Portabella Mushroom Ravioli** (780 cal)US$19.75
oven roasted tomatoes, basil, parmesan cream sauce
Chicken Lemon Pesto Gnocchi (1200 cal)US$19.50
ricotta gnocchi, roasted tomatoes, baby spinach, parmesan cheese

Entrees

Wild Salmon & Cauliflower* (660 cal)US$26.00
peperonata vegetables, creamy parmesan polenta, lemon honey gastrique
Chicken Parmesan (1070 cal)US$25.00
marinara, mozzarella, parmesan and provolone cheese, arugula salad
Chef's Featured Steak*
asparagus, roasted fingerling potatoes, calabrian chili butter
- 6oz Filet Mignon (670 cal)US$45.00
- 7oz Skirt Steak (710 cal)US$28.00
- 8oz Flat Iron (790 cal)US$37.00

What 211 people are saying

Ruscello - Nordstrom South Coast Plaza reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.9Value

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Loved For

Orange County
Neighbourhood gem
North Orange County
Best Service
North Orange County
Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ruscello at Nordstrom South Coast Plaza is a "hidden gem" offering "outstanding food" and exceptional service. The lobster bisque and tomato soup are highly praised. Patrons appreciate the "friendly staff" and convenient location for pre-theatre dining. While some mention slow service, the "delicious food" and "great atmosphere" keep guests coming back.

211 Reviews

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Brittany VIP
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
the best time and great service and the food is always perfect
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Wendy VIP
Orange County28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nordstrom Ruscello is consistently great. Their customer service & healthy/yummy fare for lunch at SCP can’t be beat. For our party of 7, lunch patio dining: -Food (salads, soup, turkey sandwhich, salmon) all consistently great 👍 -Amazing customer service & personal touch by Mgr Derek -Ladies lunch ambiance: he set us up with multiple heat lamps, stylish table tops - our space looked great
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Linda VIP
Orange County36 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were welcomed warmly by hostess Katie, who greeted us by name. Server Bryce was attentive and pleasant. He made sure we made our theater performance later. I had the portobello mushroom ravioli, and my husband the short rib dinner. Both were delicious, as was the flaky cheese and green onion biscuit.
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Dennis or Chris
Orange County40 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
It was a holiday and there were a lot of parents and children’s there
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Tara
Vancouver3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food as always! Great service! The server and team were on top of everything - cleared plates fast, filled water and even helped clean up a mess quickly when we spilled water. Love it here!
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Annie
Orange County2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service. A bit loud. The nook to the right next to the register should be designated for families with kids.
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Patty
Orange County2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Second visit wrong food delivered Asked to put one of the two televisions on the Rams football game as they both had San Francisco game on and no response didn’t even come back to say sorry it has to be on that channel
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Peter VIP
Palm Springs244 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I ordered my entree and waited quite a while. I heard another server confusedly looking at tables who eventually said the name of my entree but, before I had a chance to claim it, another guest at a table who were not speaking English, claimed the dish. After about 25 minutes, the manager came to my table and explained that my entree had mistakenly been served to another and that my entree was being prepared again. About 20 minutes later, my entree was served. When I finished, my waiter, who was quite apologetic, offered a complimentary dessert so I asked to see a dessert menu. About 10 minutes later he returned to see if I had made a decision to which I responded, "You haven't given me a dessert menu yet!" What should have been a 45 minute lunch lasted nearly 2 hours and if I hadn't requested my check when I ordered dessert, it would have been worse. This establishment suffers from a serious lack of management and training!
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Kathleen
Los Angeles8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always enjoy visiting this restaurant for lunch.
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Roselie Paul
Nashville315 reviews
1.0
Dined on 8 October 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Waitress was very nice but the food was not edible. We left and went to Javier’s immediately after.
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2 people

17 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ruscello - Nordstrom South Coast Plaza

3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Additional information

Area
Costa Mesa
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00–19:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–20:00 Sun 11:00–18:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.nordstrom.com/store-details/nordstrom-south-coast-plaza?sp_source=other&sp_campaign=food
Phone number
(714) 850-2510

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Ruscello - Nordstrom South Coast Plaza

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Wine Wednesdays

Weekend Brunch 11am-3pm

Happy Hour at the Ruscello!

Soups & Starters

Lobster Bisque

Roma Tomato Basil**

Signature Housemade Soup

Rustic Cheddar Chive Biscuit (360 cal)US$3.50

Simple Salad (270 cal)US$10.00

Crisp Calamari (630 cal)US$16.00

Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata** (490 cal)US$12.50

Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts (350 cal)US$12.50

Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos** (310 cal)US$10.00

Artichoke Spinach Dip** (1160 cal)US$15.00

Signature Salads**

Skirt Steak* (480 cal)US$28.00

Roasted Chicken (210 cal)US$19.50

Wild Pacific Shrimp (170 cal)US$23.00

Alaskan Sockeye Salmon* (230 cal)US$23.00

Roasted Cauliflower (100 cal)US$19.00

Wild Salmon Niçoise* (630 cal)US$24.50

Shrimp & Arugula With Sweet Corn (590 cal)US$23.00

Chef's Preparation

Honey Dijon Cobb (750 cal)

Cilantro Lime (310 cal)

Ginger Sesame (450 cal)

Little Gem Caesar (500 cal)

Handmade Pizza

Shrimp Scampi (1230 cal)US$19.75

Margherita (840 cal)US$17.25

Pepperoni & Mushroom (1190 cal)US$18.50

Signature Sandwiches**

Roasted Turkey & Avocado Club (1240/890 cal)US$18.50

Nordstrom Burger* (1510/1160 cal)US$19.50

French Dip* (1440/1090 cal)US$20.50

Spicy Chicken Parm (1650/1310 cal)US$19.50

Pasta

Spicy Wild Shrimp Pomodoro** (880 cal)US$22.75

Penne Bolognese & Meatballs (980 cal)US$18.75

Portabella Mushroom Ravioli** (780 cal)US$19.75

Chicken Lemon Pesto Gnocchi (1200 cal)US$19.50

Entrees

Wild Salmon & Cauliflower* (660 cal)US$26.00

Chicken Parmesan (1070 cal)US$25.00

Chef's Featured Steak*

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