We just had our first dinner at Rusconi's American kitchen.
The hostess looked a little sideways when we didn't have a reservation (early on a Saturday night) but greeted us warmly and offered to "squeeze" us in. We got it when we left and realized that the place was packed with lots of people waiting who probably all had reservations.
I had a very hard time choosing an entree because I wanted several of them. I settled on the rack of lamb with spinach and goat cheese gnocci. The lamb was encrusted with something and cooked to perfection as was the spinach. My husband really enjoyed the butternut squash ravioli and my daughter devoured a flatbread pizza. If you go, the berry empanada dessert was amazing. Next time we'll order two rather than one to share three ways.
The service was exceptional, the atmosphere inviting and cool without a hint of pretentiousness. This is a great addition to the neighborhood.
We will be back.
PS... I commented that this was good for kids. I should clarify that this was fine for my kid. She's 11 and never has issues with fine dining or finding something she wants on the menu. There were the flatbreads (like pizza) and a mac&cheese on the menu.