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    Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern

    3.6 (178 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    RUSTY BUCKET RESTAURANT AND TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Rusty Bucket was just okay overall. The food was fine but nothing that really stood out or made me want to come back right away. It took a while to get seated, which was frustrating given how casual the place is supposed to feel. Once we were finally at our table, the service itself was good and our server was friendly and attentive. In the end it felt like an average restaurant experience not bad, but nothing spectacular either.

    Cheeseburger and onion rings
    Linda W.

    A nice tavern for a drink and a meal. I liked my medium rare burger and draft Angry Orchard cider. Service was excellent, the dining room was clean and busy, and the music was a good selection in the background.

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    Alyona Z.

    Came here on 5/4/24 for dinner with family. Seated promptly in a window booth without reservations. The fried pickles were a hit--crispy and flavorful. My husband and I split the Baja tacos and they were very delicious. However, our meal took a turn when a hair was found in the Rueben ordered by my in-laws. The waitress swiftly addressed the issue, and the manager resolved it promptly. Despite the hiccup, I'd return to explore more dishes cautiously. Overall, a mixed experience.

    From bar to TV screens - usually a game on
    Sean S.

    The mushroom pizza is delicious, but so is everything else I swear! The servers are very nice and good at what they do. The interior is relaxed and cozy.

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    Tink R.

    Hostess, Anna, was also our waitress and did a great job! French Onion soup was excellent -- hot, tasty, etc. Spouse and I split The Club Sandwich and it was great! We also loved being able to get Pepsi products, specifically Mountain Dew.

    ASTRA red cream hard seltzer
    Tracey H.

    Stopped in for drinks. Loved the ASTRA red cream soda hard seltzer! So pretty and tasty. Had spinach quest and chips - yummy for a group. Would go back. Nice selection of tap beers and food. 1/2 price apps when we stopped in during happy hour.

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    Katie E.

    Last time I was here was November 2019. I was glad marching band brought me back to Ohio and I knew this was where I had to eat. The food is outstanding, the atmosphere is cool, and the staff is friendly. We introduced this place to some new marching band parents and the loved it too. I have another couple meals to eat while in town and not sure any other place will be as good.

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    When your menu says a sandwich comes with "kettle chips" I don't expect potato chips from a bag. Prices here have risen; quality has not.

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    Great food and service. The waiter was very nice and attentive. Beer was cold and the Philly was a great recommendation.

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    Really great atmosphere and great food. Service is always wonderful. A bit pricey but nice for a special occasion.

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    Foods decent. Service average. Environment probably the coolest thing there. Basic restaurant food.

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    Bartender was nice Food terrible I was there at 12:30 pm 12-26 Got Fish and chips SUCKED

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    The best buffalo chicken sandwich we have eaten. Really the best sandwich we have ever eaten!

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