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Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern

Restaurant Bar American restaurant Pub Bar and grill Sports bar

Casual tavern chain with a sports-bar atmosphere serving comfort-food favorites & a long beer list. People often mention good, service, great, time, delicious, nice, Good, Great, fries, amazing,


Address

4062 Gramercy St, Columbus, OH 43219, United States

Website

myrustybucket.com

Contact

+1 614-342-2063

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.8K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 11:30 am to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 11:30 am to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 11:30 am to 10 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 10 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am to 8 pm
  • Monday: 11:30 am to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (30) service (30) great (16) time (15) delicious (14) nice (11) Good (11) Great (10) fries (9) amazing (9)
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  • 4/5 Michelle G. 10 months ago on Google • 92 reviews
    Stopped in for happy hour. Nice open air atmosphere. Got the spinach dip and brussel sprouts. Both were delicious! Tasty Old Fashioned too!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Layne 3 years ago on Google
    I’ve been to this restaurant twice now and haven’t had a great experience yet. I’ve had the Atlantic salmon and the meatloaf with green beans, carrots and mash. Both dishes weren’t the best. The salmon came with a very sweet sauce and the rice clumped together. The meatloaf tasted of sausage and had a very tart sauce that ruined it. Service was fine. The Pepsi was good. Overall, I’ve disliked the food both times, so I won’t be returning.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul S. 1 year ago on Google • 20 reviews
    A great down to earth place to grab a bite to eat. My only regret is I didn’t beat up the table of entitled boomers sitting next to us. They sent back 3 plates because things did not meet their bloated snooty expectations. Google Reviews frowns upon violence against fellow restaurant patrons - so those prunes will live another day. I thank my awesome waiter who kept my beautiful wife and me happy. I’m sorry I asked for many Cherry Pepsi refills. I was really thirsty. I really liked the shrimp appetizer. And we left full, happy, and a little more grateful.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tonya T. 11 months ago on Google • 123 reviews
    We took our friend here for his birthday. We were a party of 4. The food was delicious, and the service was good. My daughter got the Club Sandwich. She enjoyed it, but she mentioned that the bread wasn't hardly toasted and the mayo came on the sandwich rather than on the side as she ordered it. She loved the sweet potato fries. The other 3 of us ordered the Beef Stroganoff. It was absolutely delicious. The pot roast was so tender and flavorful. My only complaint is that I felt the mushrooms were in too big of pieces. I left most of them. If they were smaller, it would have made it easier to incorporate them in for a better bite. We also got the fried pickles and the Cheese Blanket Nachos. They were both delicious. The fried pickles were some of the best I have ever eaten. My only complaint about them was that the cilantro ranch was way too thin. It had the consistency of water, but I still ate it. We are already planning our next visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alexandra “Kiitty” T. 1 year ago on Google • 37 reviews
    It was a wonderful experience. My husband and I have never ate here before and the experience was amazing. We are looking forward to our next visit. I ordered a turkey burger with fries and he had a NY Strip Steak. We had wonderful drinks and appetizers. Fried Pickles are a lil greasy, they are amazing. It caught me by surprise at how delicious a warm pickle could taste. We love our waitress Destiny. We are sooo looking forward to visiting again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark C. 2 years ago on Google
    2nd time visiting and as always service was excellent. Food was on point. I must suggest the friend Brussel sprouts if you don't know what to try. Paired with the blueberry bellas!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 bruce h. 2 years ago on Google
    Second Rusty Bucket location to try out. We were seated quickly, and our server was friendly and professional, a great combo. Fish tacos were very tasty, and the street corn bowl was interestingly spicy. The salmon was perfect prepared. Just a bit noisy but that’s expected. They do a good job with the offerings.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Delvakio B. 1 year ago on Google
    I purchased the fish and chips with a strawberry lemonade. My meal was amazing and fresh. Being able to sit at a booth with an open patio was refreshing. Feeling the breeze and sipping on my authentic beverage was what I needed after a long day. The staff I encountered had great customer service. I felt seen as soon as I walked through the door. I will be back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Travis P. 2 years ago on Google
    My first time at The rusty bucket I was well pleased about the food! I was there for a birthday party so we will sit it all the way in the back and in private rooms and our waiter was well knowledge about the large menu! I was very surprised how knowledgeable he was when asking different questions. I develop new allergies so I have to make sure I wasn't killing myself eating food. This man must have studied hard because he knew everything. I had a nice Philly cheese steak it was very meaty with sauteed onions and peppers with no mushrooms. I had onion rings in the side my God the onion rings really took the show. Oh for my appetizer I had chicken tenders with fresh french fries. You should give him a try
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 erin 2 years ago on Google
    tried the bucket because I thought the name was funny. they were low on staff when we went. only two servers which is insane. our server went above and beyond to make sure it didn't feel like they were understaffed. our seat in the outside bit was super slippery. my friend and I both slid while we sat down. also the tables they chose (pictured) had huge gaps in them that were not properly cleaned. lots of old remnants of food stuck between them that grossed me out. I really didn't like looking at moldy crusty food while I ate. I got the basic Bucket burger. was decent for a burger. the fries on the other hand were incredibly delicious oh my god. -1 star for no Dr pepper.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alexander H. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and excellent service, but the real treat at this place is the fact that they have Busch light cans. No place in the city offers this hidden gem of a craft brew for sale. You’ll play a game of “what’s in the bag” until you get one, but once you do you’re in for an amazing night.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nicole D. 1 year ago on Google
    They gluten free options. I including gluten free beer! Other than that. Good Ole typical bar type food. Which was what we were looking for after walking all over the mall
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 brittany t. 3 years ago on Google
    Love! Love! Love! The Easton Rusty Bucket. The service is always outstanding and the food is as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adam 1 year ago on Google
    Big draft list. Decent happy hour. Tried the 3 Way. Obviously not an exact Cincy chili recipe. Instead of cinnamon-y chili with a mountain of cold cheese, you get their delicious steak chili with a good bit of melted cheese mixed in. And it was great! Also tried the cubano which was way better than it had any right to be.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kady M. 3 months ago on Google • 78 reviews New
    I had the trio. It was a salad, soup, and 1/2 sandwich. I got 3 meals out of it. Kids meals were good. A little disappointed the kids spaghetti was smaller for my 6 yo than my 3yo and it said it came with a side, but then they told us the garlic bread was the side, which was inconsistent with the menu. I did learn about their book club for kids so big plus there.

  • 4/5 Kyaira S. 3 months ago on Google • 39 reviews New
    First time here and it was pretty good. Nice and clean. Food was out in a decent time for a party of 12 and lots of different sports options for viewing. The waitress was nice and overall a nice experience.

  • 5/5 Ms. R. 10 months ago on Google • 34 reviews
    The restaurant was nice, very clean. It was pretty cold inside when trying to eat. The food was great, I suggest the sweet potato fries. We tried the spinach and cheese dip, and it was ok. The high light of the meal was the main dish. I had the fish sandwich and partner the Philly cheese. We had two kiddos with us they had coloring available to help keep them occupied. The server was nice she did forget the kids' waters (we asked 3 times). But other than that. We would go back again.

  • 5/5 Mae S. 5 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    This was my first time and I completely loved the food and will definitely be going back. If you have a appetite then you should grab family and friends and make your way to the Rusty Bucket. I visited the on in Easton.

  • 5/5 Ken H. 6 months ago on Google
    Stopped here for lunch. We had apps, sandwiches w/fries and drinks. Food quality was excellent as was the service. Every time we travel to the Columbus area we make it a point to dine at Rusty Bucket. They never disappoint.

  • 5/5 Leah S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place for delicious american food. The place has a nice atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Melinda W. 3 years ago on Google
    One of my top locations for tasty american food. Great food with quality ingredients. Had a sister come into town and asked me to take her here again. Prices were reasonable.

  • 5/5 Chrystine 2 years ago on Google
    We didn't have a wait for a Saturday afternoon. Did a specialty drink which was excellent and we didn't wait long for the food.

  • 4/5 Elizabeth B. 2 years ago on Google
    We came to meet some friends for lunch. It was pretty busy, but we did not have to wait long for a table. The food and drinks were excellent! Our waiter was polite and knowledgeable, but after we got our food, he pretty much disappeared. I know there was at least one larger party seated near us, though, but I'm not sure if that was his table or not. We will probably return when we are back in the area. Overall, it was a good experience.

  • 5/5 Heather B. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent selection of food and beverages. Wish we had one near home! delicious food and EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE. THANK YOU FOR A HIGHLIGHT IN OUR TRIP!

  • 5/5 Kristin “kris” J. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome people great food very clean and comfortable bartenders were awesome

  • 1/5 Edythe J. 2 years ago on Google
    My food was tasty as usual. I had a togo order and they forget condiments, napkins and cutlery. I called and I'm still waiting for a manager to return my call. BTW one of the managers handed me my order and she should have checked before I left.

  • 5/5 Angela Ford O. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to eat. I had pierrogis with some sort of sauce on them that was delicious! My little one had pizza and fries....good stuff! Friendly, efficient staff, clean restaurant, clean restrooms, nice environment.

  • 3/5 Mathew L. 2 years ago on Google
    It was decent. Wanna go to the mall then to a bar? Here ya go, definitely a better bar than food. Steak tasted like that old TV dinner with Salisbury steak and the shrimp was uncooked, not deveined, nor de shelled. But the seasoning was great!

  • 4/5 Adriana L A. 2 years ago on Google
    Food and service were good. We needed a reservation though. The place was busy. Order took some time, but not much. It is very dark inside. Good music too. Overall a great place for dinner.

  • 5/5 Sarah B. 11 months ago on Google
    The bucket burger was the best burger I've ever eaten in my life. The drink was amazing and service was out of this world.

  • 5/5 Chelsea W. 6 months ago on Google
    Just had an amazing experience here with my family! Our waitress was delightful, service was quick, and food was good. But the cherry on top was the manager stopping at our table and asking if our daughter likes fruit and then proceeded to bring her some out. He mentioned he has a little one coming soon and he hopes someone would do something like that for them. It’s the little things and it really meant a lot to us!!!!

  • 4/5 Eli A. 2 years ago on Google
    Stopped in while doing some holiday shopping. There was an hour wait, but their contact system let us do some browsing at adjacent stores while we waited. The table service was prompt with drink orders and appetizers. The menu had enough coverage to have something for everyone in our party of three. The drink menu had some good suggestions, but the bartender was knowledgeable enough to let us order off menu. For what it's worth a jalapeno margarita pairs really well with the margarita pizza. The Reuben sandwich was good with the toasted marble rye bread. The portions were large so keep that in mind if you're ordering and already hungry. All in all it was a good experience and the despite being a packed house and understaffing the service was excellent and the food tasty.

  • 5/5 Keryn W. 7 months ago on Google
    Super dog friendly on the outdoor patio. We had the best server, Zebrah! Fish tacos were delicious and our pup loved the sliders and french fries! The Bloody Marys are fantastic as well.

  • 3/5 Rayna S. 7 months ago on Google
    Visited here last Saturday (09.09.23), and our food wasn't what it used to be. My fish had a tough outside and a lack of flavor. The fries were ok. My sister's fried pickles and chicken tenders/fingers were not very good. We still ate the food and tipped well. Our kid's food was fine. Maybe they changed their recipes??? Not sure if we'll visit again. Sorry.

  • 5/5 Dan K. 1 year ago on Google
    Started of with the perogies, garlic cream and bacon butter was on them. Absolutely amazing! Had a couple local columbus beers, north high berry wheat and Jeffery pilsner. Both delicious. Really enjoyed the BBQ chicken salad. Nice atmosphere and waitresses were excellent!

  • 5/5 Marcy G. 8 months ago on Google
    Went to lunch with some colleagues last week and we had a fantastic time. Our server, Stacy was friendly, helpful, and very upbeat! We had Nickel salads, chili, peel and eat shrimp, and the salmon salad. All the items were delicious and were delivered hot, fresh, and timely. We will definitely return each time we are visiting Easton.

  • 5/5 Takisha E. 9 months ago on Google
    Food was delicious. I would definitely eat there again. Came in town for granddaughters cheer competition and it was happy hour from 3 to 6.

  • 2/5 beth d. 8 months ago on Google
    went for happy hour. half off appetizers, $7 burger, $12 pizza, $1 off drinks. had the nachos with chicken and habanero wings. nachos were cold and soggy, very salty wnd cheesy. wings were mire buffalo flavor with no spice. service was good and nice patio. would not return for the food.

  • 5/5 My Next Home Columbus - Michael Dalton, R. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place! Nothing like a bucket of shrimp and an ice cold beer to make a Sunday afternoon in Ohio seem like I am near a beach!! The Sunday bartender, Christine, is wonderful

  • 1/5 Jackie 1 year ago on Google
    The food and service were great, HOWEVER. When my husband and I got home to go have our chessecake, there was a bug in it. I had half without even looking for bugs, and my husband went to eat his half and found the bug. I feel so gross after eating the chessecake now.

  • 4/5 Johanna H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and service

  • 5/5 Roberta B. 3 years ago on Google
    The best waitresses and really good food

  • 4/5 Vikram S. 3 years ago on Google
    Please bring back the black bean burger!

  • 5/5 Momodou C. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice staffs, love it

  • 5/5 Jessica D. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, service and location.

  • 4/5 Desirae S. 3 years ago on Google
    Was good..

  • 5/5 David A. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was great as always! Friendly service as well

  • 5/5 Victoria L. 3 years ago on Google
    Pizza was great S well as the server

  • 5/5 Tenshi D. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food great service best mac and cheese!! Thank you!!!

  • 5/5 1bigbastard 3 years ago on Google
    Always a pleasure

  • 5/5 Jerod R. 3 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 1/5 Chaz P. 3 years ago on Google
    Updated. Slow service, dirty glasses (glass had lipstick on it.) when I pointed out the dirty glass they didn't bring any drink refills for the whole meal. Good food, nachos are a large shareable size. Pizza is also a good size.

  • 2/5 Jacob E. 3 years ago on Google
    Spinach queso dip was subpar. Half the metal mini skillet was empty. It was so thick you couldn't dip the chips without breaking them. Fried pickles came with ranch they must have watered down to make extra. It ran off the pickle when dipped. $30 for a margarita pitcher? Next time I'll just go to a Mexican restaurant for 1/3 the price. The $15 pizza was supposed to be Sicilian. The pepperoni looked like mini Hormel packet was opened, and the onions were barely chopped to make up for the lack of other meat toppings to take up room. Usually, i would score bad food with good service at least 3*. Rusty Bucket I can't remember the last restaurant I gave a 2*.

  • 3/5 Heidi W. 3 years ago on Google
    The food and service were great. I rated this three stars because the restrooms were foul! The floors were really sticky and the toilets were absolutely disgusting.

  • 5/5 Armin F. 4 years ago on Google
    Chicken wings is what I love and boyfriend loves the salad. Clean tables and good decor. Excellent service good portion and good price. Will come again and recommend to friends.

  • 4/5 Jonathon P. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was awesome. Fried pickles and green chile burger ftw. Staff is excellent and they're really working hard to keep everybody safe while you enjoy your food

  • 4/5 Brady P. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food with good service. Definitely worth a visit! Great beer/Whiskey selection.

  • 5/5 John H. 3 years ago on Google
    Since Cameron Mitchell bought this chain they have improved dramatically. The prices have gone up to but now you get what you pay for. I've been twice since he has owned them

  • 5/5 Johnny C. 3 years ago on Google
    Such a busy place to go to eat but the food is worth it! The nachos were amazing and there cheese steak was awesome. Good food and great staff!

  • 5/5 Debra W. 3 years ago on Google
    I love this place. The staff is very friendly. Thank you. I'll be back!!!

  • 3/5 Timothy W. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and good service...however we had to wait a long time to give our server our order.

  • 4/5 Sara B. 3 years ago on Google
    Went twice. So wasn't bad. Bartenders a are nice and ok. Drinks are a few dollars too much. But the bourbon and chill was lovely. The stuff penne was very lacking in flavor, texture, and cheese. The salad was good but plain. The salmon salad was pretty darn good but not as good as expected. Overall 4 stars

  • 5/5 Jason H. 3 years ago on Google
    Good service and amazing food. Had the Beef Stroganoff and it was probably the best I've ever had!

  • 5/5 Jonothan P. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good place to eat they have awesome pizza and nachos nice people friendly staff we eat there every time when we are in Columbus for appointments at children’s or osu hospital

  • 5/5 Glen 3 years ago on Google
    Very happy with the food we ordered, chicken parmesan, ruben and new york strip. Nickel salad outstanding

  • 3/5 Amber W. 3 years ago on Google
    Honestly it tast like it was microwaved meatloaf was like rubbery and steak was tough

  • 4/5 Karen T. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food and good service!

  • 5/5 Mary D. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good food and service

  • 5/5 Mikayla G. 3 years ago on Google
    My preferred spot for tasty American food. Arrived at five, it wasn't busy. I will be bringing friends next time. The bill was fair I would say.

  • 5/5 Dennis C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and service.

  • 5/5 Linda H. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious food. The pork tenderloin sandwich was huge and filling. Great service!

  • 5/5 Andrew H. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food. Great service.

  • 3/5 shai g. 3 years ago on Google
    I like the place, I have always liked it. It is just that recently when I went there , I was a bit annoyed by the attitude of the host. Don't know her name, she has curly hair and was there in the front stand Thursday October night around 7:30is. She was NOT HAPPY that we were there. She literally rolled her eyes when we said thank you. Kept staring at us that it was sooo awkward I wish I wasn't there . People like her are the reason for all negativie vibes floating around, have no idea why she did that but it just spoils the mood for no reason. BTW this was the easton town center location.

  • 4/5 Patrice J. 3 years ago on Google
    A nice&friendly place, 1st time going!😊👍 Many items on Menu

  • 5/5 Mariah C. 3 years ago on Google
    Good time

  • 4/5 Paul F. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food and great service from the people

  • 5/5 Crissie S. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome place to grab a bite, & a peace of mind!!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free multi-storey car park
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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