A TASTE OF TEXAS: A FOUR-COURSE RESTAURANT TASTING MENU AT THE RUSTIC
Introducing A Taste of Texas, a curated four-course dinner that brings together the bold, soulful flavors of Texas into one unforgettable experience. This multi-course dinner is designed to guide you through a handpicked selection of the restaurant’s most celebrated dishes, from cracklin’ deviled eggs to peanut butter pie. Available at all locations with no reservation required, A Taste of Texas is the easiest and most rewarding way to experience the full range of what The Rustic does best.
Whether you are a first-time visitor trying to decide what to order or a longtime regular looking for a fresh way to enjoy your favorites, this experience was designed with you in mind. It’s built for sharing, discovering new favorites, and settling in for a great meal. And from the first bite to the last, it is unmistakably Texan.
WHAT IS A TASTE OF TEXAS?
A Taste of Texas is a four-course dining experience built entirely from proven favorites on our menu. Rather than ordering a single entrée, you taste your way through four distinct courses, choosing from two options at each stage. The result is a taste of Texas and Southern cuisine that balances bold flavors and the kind of generous portions that we are known for.
The experience is available for $39 per person, making it one of the most accessible tasting menus you will find at any restaurant. Plus, for those of you who are beer lovers, an optional Texas beer flight is available for an additional $9, featuring four iconic Texas brews.
There are no special reservations to make and no limited seating to think about. A Taste of Texas is available through open ordering, which means you can enjoy it on your schedule, at your pace, at any Rustic location.
A FOUR-COURSE EXPERIENCE OF TEXAS FLAVORS
Each course in A Taste of Texas offers a choice between two dishes. The selections were not random. They were chosen to represent different corners of the menu, balance lighter and heartier options, and showcase the range of Southern and Texas influences that define The Rustic’s cooking.
Here is what to expect from each course.
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Course 1: Starters | Cracklin’ Deviled Eggs A Southern classic reimagined with crispy pork cracklins, adding the perfect crunch and smokiness to an already fantastic dish. | Wild Boar Meatballs Bold, rich, and deeply savory. These meatballs are one of the most popular starters on the menu. They are made with wild boar and finished with a jalapeño jam that adds just the right sweetness. | Both options are designed to be shared. They’re the kind of starters that make the table lean in. | |||||||||||||||
Course 2: Salads | Blue Cheese Wedge Salad A towering wedge of iceberg lettuce with crumbled blue cheese, crispy bacon, and a cool, creamy dressing. It is a classic that hits the spot. | Spicy Caesar Salad Our take on the Caesar brings the heat. It features crisp romaine and a dressing with just enough spice to remind you that you’re still in Texas. | After the richness of the starters, the salads bring a fresh balance before the main course arrives. | |||||||||||||||
Course 3: Main Course | Cedar Plank Salmon Wood-roasted and subtly smoky, the salmon offers a lighter main course option without compromising depth. It’s served on a cedar plank to pay tribute to the tradition of open-fire Texas cooking. | Chicken Fried Steak Our take on a Southern classic features a crispy, golden crust, tender beef, and a generous portion of rich gravy. | Both are unmistakably Texas. The choice is yours, and there is no wrong answer. | |||||||||||||||
Course 4: Dessert | Ice Box S’mores A chilled, layered dessert that captures the nostalgia of campfire s’mores. Graham cracker, chocolate, toasted marshmallow with all the elements you remember, presented in a way that feels like a proper finish to a curated meal. | Peanut Butter Pie Creamy, rich, and impossible to resist. The peanut butter pie has become one of the most requested desserts at The Rustic, and for good reason. It’s the kind of dessert that makes you slow down and savor the last few minutes at the table. | Dessert is not an afterthought in this experience. It is the punctuation mark. Both options are indulgent, nostalgic, and satisfying in a way that sends you home happy. | |||||||||||||||
Optional Add-On: Texas Beer Flight | For $9, you can enhance your four-course experience with a Texas beer flight featuring four beers from breweries across the state. From crisp lagers to hop-forward IPAs, it’s a great way to experience the variety and flavor of beer made in Texas.
It’s not your average beer flight. It’s a chance to explore Texas beer one sip at a time while digging into four courses of Rustic favorites. If you’re new to Texas beer, it’s the perfect introduction. For craft beer lovers, it’s a chance to sample four distinct styles from four different Texas breweries in one sitting.
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DESIGNED FOR ANY OCCASION
Whether it’s date night, dinner with friends, client outings, or a solo treat-yourself kind of evening, this multi-course dinner works for all of it.
With two choices at every course and an optional Texas beer flight, everyone at the table can make the experience their own. And because it’s available through open ordering at every Rustic location, you can enjoy it whenever the craving hits. Come as you are, settle in, and enjoy four courses worth slowing down for.
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A SEASONAL EXPERIENCE THAT EVOLVES
A Taste of Texas is a restaurant tasting menu designed to keep things fresh. Every six months, new starters, mains, and desserts rotate in to showcase seasonal flavors and different favorites from The Rustic kitchen.
The format stays the same. The flavors keep evolving, giving you a new reason to come back and do it all over again.
EXPERIENCE A TASTE OF TEXAS AT THE RUSTIC
A Taste of Texas takes the best of what The Rustic has to offer and arranges it into a single, cohesive experience. Four courses. Two choices per course. An optional flight of Texas beer. All for a price that makes a multi-course dinner feel like an easy yes.
It is designed for sharing. It is designed for discovery. And it is designed for anyone who believes that a great meal is about more than just the food on the plate. It’s about the experience of sitting down, slowing down, and tasting something worth remembering.
Visit your nearest Rustic location and try A Taste of Texas today. No reservation needed. Just walk in, sit down, and let the kitchen take you on a tour of the flavors that make Texas food unlike anything else.
Find your nearest location and start your four-course journey.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A Taste of Texas includes a four-course meal with two selectable options per course, priced at $39 per person. An optional Texas beer flight is available for an additional $9 and features four beers brewed in Texas.
No, A Taste of Texas is available through open ordering at all Rustic locations. You do not need a reservation. Simply visit any location and order the experience during regular dining hours.
Yes, every course in A Taste of Texas includes two options, and you select the dish you prefer at each stage. This allows you to customize the experience based on your taste preferences.
No, the menu refreshes every six months with new selections in spring and fall. The four-course format and pricing remain consistent, but the specific dishes rotate to showcase seasonal flavors and different parts of The Rustic’s menu.
No, the beer flight is an optional add-on for $9. A Taste of Texas is a complete four-course dining experience on its own, and the beer pairing is available for those who want to enhance their meal with a selection of beer made in Texas.
