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    The Rusty Rooster

    4.6 (268 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    The Spicy Rooster omelet with cheesy hash browns.
    Ronnie K.

    My wife and I were up at the lake for a special event. We searched for a good place for breakfast. We found the Rusty Rooster. The place has limited parking because it always has customers. The people were friendly, the place was clean and bright. The service was fantastic, Thanks Hope! The best part was the food. I had the Spicy Rooster and my wife had the biscuits and gravy. The food was delicious and piping hot. If you are looking for a GREAT breakfast or brunch stop, this is it. Tell them Santa and Mrs Claus sent you!

    Becca B.

    The Rusty Rooster is a fantastic brunch spot to check out near the Lake of the Ozarks. This breakfast restaurant features truly unique dishes and entrees. We ordered the pancake burrito: scrambled eggs with meat wrapped in a fluffy pancake instead of a tortilla. We also tried the cheesy grits and they were so good...we almost ordered a second one! The Rusty Rooster is a popular breakfast spot in the Lake of the Ozarks area and you might experience a wait on the weekend. Enjoy your breakfast at the Rusty Rooster!

    Farm House breakfast with sausage patties
    Enrique S.

    Farmhouse breakfast was very good So was service Get on the waitlist using Facebook We eat here regularly

    Biscuits & Gravy with home fries
    J.R. B.

    Wow! What a surprise, this place was packed on a Saturday morning when we stopped by and all the staff was so helpful, 20 minute wait was only 10. Everything was neat and clean with fun inspiration messages all around. Service was outstanding, Graham, our server was super knowledgeable of the menu and very helpful, you should request his section if you can! I was boring and got the biscuits and gravy with a side of home fries, my bride got the quiche and both were good. The breakfast burrito in a pancake and the Monte Christo looked outstanding as well. We'll be back for sure to try them out. You could definitely share a meal portions are very generous. Parking is a bit of any issue so come early if you want a spot.

    Pancakes
    Tiarra E.

    Stumbled across the gem on accident on our way home from the Lake of the Ozarks. Food and service were amazing. Pancakes were a nice size and my steak quesadillas were amazing.

    Carmel Apple Toast
    Brandie F.

    Great friendly service! Food was delicious and arrived quickly. The Carmel Apple Toast was good almost like a dessert. Perfect if you have a sweet tooth. My husband got a omelette with hash browns and biscuits & gravy and had to get a to go box because it was more than he could eat. Only suggestion would be to add yummy coffees to the menu!

    Chicken and Waffles, their classic dish
    Becky G.

    The food was great and our waitress was helpful and fun. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and was very quick with our drinks and food. It's not in a large location, so they do try and turn the tables quickly to accommodate more people. This is a great place to quickly eat breakfast and move on with your day.

    Heather G.

    First thing is when you walk in the ambience is so homey, the decorations are fresh yet still give a farm house feel; and the people so friendly & pleasant. It appears to be a local hang out as well as an amazing place for those passing through. 4 years in a row voted the best restaurant in the area. Thats a pretty great achievement! I love that there is a full bar along with coffee, kombucha( flavors fresh from the tap that you can get in to-go bottles in various sizes. They also sell a THC/Lions Mane beverage that promises a nice time. ( I bought the bottle @ $75 ) Now for the food; I ordered a ham cheese and onion omelette and chose an English muffin and a side of fruit. The omelette so so fresh and fluffy with the cheese shedded on top and the ham n onions cooked perfectly inside and piping hot. Fruit was very fresh. The menu has options for EVERYBODY from meat lovers to vegan/vegetarian. Everything I saw come out of the kitchen just made me hungry to try more dishes! I would love to go back and try the Crab Eggs Benedict made with REAL crab meat! Also the biscuits and gravy looks so appetizing! I would definitely drive the 3 1/2 hours back to eat there again! The service was spectacular with any of the staff willing to help make your visit the best. I really enjoyed everything about this place and highly recommend it! Thanks for a great breakfast!

    Mother Clucker
    Kelsie R.

    The Rusty Rooster is my favorite brunch spot in the LOTO area! Great service, cute decor, and the food was top notch. Loved: the Mother Clucker. I added their aioli on the side and put it on my hasbrowns, which were so good. The bacon jam is definitely the highlight of the dish. Liked: it gets busy, so I recommend getting on the waitlist before getting there. We got on the waitlist and were immediately seated when we arrived which was great - so plan ahead

    Rachel B.

    Out of everywhere we ate during our long weekend in Lake of the Ozarks, the Rusty Rooster was our highlight. After witnessing hustling and bustling inside this restaurant upon entering we were already convinced we would walk away satisfied. The wait was about 20-30 min during peak breakfast time, but luckily we snagged a couple chairs at the bar. Service was attentive, efficient and friendly. It was actually quite entertaining watching the controlled chaos of the restaurant play out from our seats at the bar. They clearly know what they are doing here and it was only more so confirmed once the food arrived. I ordered the farmhouse platter and everything was delicious. I even ate the eggs, and I don't usually like eggs! We also ordered the biscuits and gravy and that received the nod of approval. I have a feeling that no matter what you order they do it right here. Great spot. Will definitely go out of my way to visit when in the area again.

    Willie C.

    This place did NOT disappoint! Everything ordered was fantastic, their cooks get the food out QUICK, and the service is on point. The staff is friendly and attentive. I had the Spicy Rooster omelette...MmmmMmmm! My family each enjoyed their meals, and everyone commented on how awesome the hash browns were. Oh yes, we'll DEFINITELY be back!

    Biscuits and gravy, side of eggs and sausage and The Mother Clucker.

    Busy place, but well-organized and efficient wait list system! The food was beautiful, bountiful and delicious! The biscuits and gravy....fluffy biscuits, sausage in the gravy, 3 biscuits and gravy $6.99!!!! We also had The Mother Clucker which was like two full waffle slider breakfast sandwiches.... beautiful blend of sweet and savory. Hard to eat, it was a big one!! Somehow we managed and only had to take one home! Waitresses and staff were so friendly and welcoming! Great place!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing food and great service. Busy on a summer Saturday morning but to be expected....worth the wait or grab a bar table if open

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    2 years ago

    First time visiting this restaurant had great experience. Highly recommend the shrimp & grits! Had an amazing server Evelyn!

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    2 years ago

    8 of us ate there, and the food was great, service was alarmingly fast. Super place to eat.

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    2 years ago

    This is my favorite place for breakfast. Go early on weekends. Cute little souvenirs for sale. Great staff and owners.

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    Angela T.

    Thank you so much!

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    2 years ago

    Excellent service, good prices, DELICIOUS! I can't say enough about how good everything was, made to order

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    Thank you so much Leslie!!

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    2 years ago

    Bring an appetite because this breakfast will require a late morning nap. Everything was excellent!

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    Angela T.

    Thank you for taking time to leave us a review!!

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    Thank you Michael!

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    2 years ago

    Great find for us. Really fun vibe to the place. Nice variety of options on the menu to suit everyone's needs. Highly recommend.

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    Angela T.

    Thank you Lisa! Glad you had a good experience!

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    3 years ago

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    Angela T.

    Thank you so much for your kind words

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    2 years ago

    Food, service, atmosphere all super! I live there waffles as well as eggs Benedict w/ crab cakes. Yummy

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    2 years ago

    Outstanding food and large portions. Prices are very reasonable and the service is amazing! Definitely be back.

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    2 years ago

    Chicken n Waffles, French toast, coffee, and service were wonderful. We'll visit again!

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    Thank you Paul!

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    2 years ago

    Great place and very clean good food and staff! Will definitely return and eat here again while at the lake!!!

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    I've ate here so many times and each time it gets better ! Love the food here and the staff ! Definitely go try this place if you haven't !

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    Thank you Lexi! We appreciate you supporting us!!

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    2 years ago

    While there always seemed to be a line out the door, the food was definitely worth it! The food was delicious and really enjoyed the decor.

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    3 years ago

    Excellent breakfast at a very good price! Busy but was seated pretty quickly. Was clean and modern. Will definitely be back!

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    Thank you Jeff!!

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    3 years ago

    The people are great, foods good and it's pretty quick. I love how close it is to my spot.

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    Angela T.

    Thank you so much Adam, we are glad you are close to us also! :)

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    Fully stocked bar, plenty of seating and tvs.
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    Blackened Fish sandwich. and Fried potatoes salad.
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