Il Rusticone is a compact pizzeria and deli on Via San Biagio in central Matera, a short walk from Piazza Vittorio Veneto and the upper edge of the Sasso Barisano. Its 4.8 rating comes from a simple formula: generous sandwiches, pizza, and quick snacks, plus a furnished terrace for eating outdoors between sightseeing stops.
Inside, the space is small and lively. Lunch is the strongest draw. Visitors come for stuffed sandwiches and pizza that work as a sit-down meal or as takeaway for a walk into the Sassi. The terrace is the place to sit, especially for couples who want a relaxed table instead of a formal trattoria lunch. Matera has a strong bread tradition, and its durum-wheat Pane di Matera holds IGP status. Ask staff which local breads and fillings are on offer that day, since daily selections at small delis often change.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Arrive before 12:30 or after 14:00 to find a terrace seat more easily. Matera’s busiest season runs from late spring through early autumn, when day-trippers fill the historic center. Opening hours were not independently confirmed for this profile, so check the venue’s latest listing or call ahead, particularly outside peak season. Order takeaway if the terrace is full. The Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista and the Sasso Barisano viewpoints are within easy walking distance, and Matera Centrale station is about ten minutes away on foot.
