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Rusty Bucket - Rookwood - Rusty Bucket - Rookwood, Cincinnati, OH

Rusty Bucket - Rookwood

4.7
4.7
230 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Kid-friendly
Rusty Bucket is a casual neighborhood tavern serving the highest quality food and beverage in a “come as you are” setting. Scratch kitchens, fresh cocktails, and the perfect pour are our craft. Our associates are welcoming, and our hospitality naturally makes us the local hub where friends and family frequently gather to share in a good time.

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Additional information

  • Location
    2692 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208
  • Phone number
    (513) 841-2739
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Burgers
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joe Sarno
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
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Offers

  • Happy Hour!!! M - F; 3-6pm Anywhere in the Bucket!

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Half Priced Apps; $12 Pizzas; $7 Juicy Lucy Burgers; $1 Off Beer, Wine, & Cocktails A great bar is the heart of any great tavern. That's why we have a huge selection of local and seasonal brews. Expertly crafted cocktails, made with fresh juices, creative infusions, and the perfect balance of spirits. Plus, an impressive wine selection. Bottoms up!

Menu

Rusty Bucket - Rookwood's menu was last updated 2022-02-03.

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What 230 people are saying

Rusty Bucket - Rookwood reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Kid-friendly

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Good for groups

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Neighborhood gem

  • Cincinnati

    Kid-friendly

  • Cincinnati

    Good for groups

  • Cincinnati

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rusty Bucket - Rookwood offers a lively atmosphere with "great food" and "excellent service." Many patrons praise the diverse menu, highlighting the "best Cuban sandwich" and "Buffalo Chix sandwich." While some note occasional reservation hiccups, the attentive staff and "energetic" ambiance make it a popular choice for both casual dining and special occasions.
230 Reviews

  1. Debbie

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a group of 4. My husband was very disappointed in his cheese burger and fries which is his go to no matter where we eat. He had the same order at the Deerfield location and it was great. But at the Rookwood location the burger was undercooked and greasy and the fries seemed like they were reheated. He was very disappointed.

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  2. Maria

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and our server was wonderful. Side note- bread pudding can’t be beat

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  3. Pam

    Cincinnati3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service! Menu provided a lot of options.

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  4. janae

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hailey was great. The food was good and hot. First time, but I'll definitely be going back.

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  5. Andrea

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were looking for a new place for our small group to meet. It allows us to not have to be super quiet and the ambiance is great

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  6. Stacey

    Charleston12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    All was good but I had to send my Bloody Mary back because it was all ice. I asked to have a new one made and was told it would be made the same way. Disappointing

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  7. Debbie

    Cincinnati4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our reservation for 10 was at 7pm and we arrived about 25 minutes early, but the staff was ready and we were seated right away. Our waiter was extremely attentive and very professional. The food options are diverse and not your normal menu items, which we liked. The food itself.. delicious. We’ll definitely be back 👌🏻

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  8. Mickey

    Cincinnati11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service provided by Addy. Good time had by all.

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  9. Tamara

    Cincinnati4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Don’t sit in a booth. The springs were shot in the cushions. I’m 5 ft 6in and I felt like a child who needed a phone book to sit on. The seats were so low, it made eating uncomfortable. Time to redecorate. Everything else was great!

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  10. Cindy and Steve

    Cincinnati7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was on top of his game and made for a wonderful experience.

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FAQs

Rusty Bucket - Rookwood offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (513) 841-2739.

Rusty Bucket - Rookwood is rated 4.7 stars by 230 OpenTable diners.

Rusty Bucket - Rookwood does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
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2692 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (513) 841-2739
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Burgers
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joe Sarno
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
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