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 A Crab Lovers Paradise
The Rustic Inn Ft. Lauderdale

       As a yearly visitor to South Florida and the Keys, I am quite familiar to the area. for years I hve been told of a fantastic Crab House, one that is highly touted by the natives. I decided it was high time to try this much hyped establishment. So with my husband Gary and daughter Sherry on hand, we journeyed to Fort Lauderdale to the Rustic Inn. 

    Michael Diascro, the manager of this historic landmark, was as gracious and attentive a host as I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. He immediately sat us at a prime table and gave us a brief history of the Rustic Inn who are also the originators of the Garlic Crab and the Golden Crab two of the more popular menu items. 

    The Rustic Inn is a family owned landmark whose history goes back over 50 years. The tables are covered with newspaper which adds to the ambiance and atmosphere of this seafood lovers paradise. They serve a large variety of seafood. We had a platter filled with Alaskan King Crab Legs, Garlic Crab, Golden Crab, Crab Cakes, Grilled Tuna and Fried Gator Legs, everything was crisp, fresh, delicious and the portions were enormous. We also shared a signature pasta made with fresh tomatoes and home grown herbs. It was very different and the sauce was delicate with flavors that I've never experienced. It was the best sauce I've ever had. 

    The portions were so large that we barely had room for dessert, but Michael insisted we try the homemade key lime pie. It was light and delicious the perfect topper to an absolutely fantastic seafood extravaganza. If you are in Fort Lauderdale or nearby, the Rustic Inn is worth the trip. I'm looking forward to my next visit and I now have a new addition to my "must do" list while in South Florida. The Rustic Inn also ships it's crab nationwide. 

    Even if your not in Fort Lauderdale you can enjoy part of the wonderful experience that I was fortunate to have by ordering a crabs delivery. Just call 800-27-4CRAB and ask for Alan or Michael. Thanks again Michael, you were a perfect host and the Rustic Inn serves up the perfect meal.  By Tish Wilson

The Rustic Inn
4331 Ravenswood Rd. - Ft Lauderdale - 954-584-1637 

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