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Rusty Bucket - Dayton - Rusty Bucket - Dayton, Dayton, OH

Rusty Bucket - Dayton

4.8
4.8
247 Reviews
$30 and under
American
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • 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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (937) 436-2426
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tony Luzio
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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,Sat - 11:00 AM - 4:00 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!

What 247 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Kid-friendly

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    American

  • Dayton

    Best Overall

  • Dayton

    Best Food

  • Dayton

    Best Service

  • Dayton

    Best Value

  • Dayton

    Good for groups

  • Dayton

    Neighborhood gem

  • Dayton

    Lively

247 Reviews
  1. Danielle

    Cincinnati

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We both had the pork tenderloin sandwich. It was flavorful and tender. I had the wheat bun and he had it with the sesame seed bun. It's not a small sandwich. It definitely filled the bun. The onion rings, as always, were piping hot, crispy and large in size. The cole slaw never disappoints. It has large chopped vegetables in it and it's not swimming is liquid. The gin and tonic is always good as is the margarita. Sue, the manager, stopped by to check on us and said that it was good to see us again. We really enjoy Rusty Bucket. The food has improved so much that this is now our go-to spot because we always have a good meal and great service.
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded 6 days ago
    Good morning Danielle, Thank you again for the stellar review!! It's great to see you guys here more often and we are so happy to hear the food was a great! I'm sure we will see you again very soon! Sincerely, Sue Deck General Manager

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  2. Peter

    Cincinnati

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Host mandates that we sit in steamy hot “enclosed patio”. Sun was too bright, no air circulation and lots of bugs
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded 6 days ago
    Good morning, Thank you for the feedback. We are happy to hear that the food and service was great, but we are sorry about how your seating was handled. Please give me a ring at the restaurant if you have time. I would like to further discuss your experience. I will be here all day. 937-436-2426. I am looking forward to speaking with you. Sincerely, Sue Deck General Manager

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  3. Ann

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Table for 9 was waiting on us when we arrived. Server was pleasant and came around frequently to fill our drinks.
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded on August 23, 2024
    Hey there! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Rusty Bucket - Dayton. It's great to know that our server was able to cater to your needs promptly and that you appreciated the frequent refills. We strive to provide a memorable experience for our guests and your positive feedback is a testament to our efforts. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  4. DanielleW

    Cincinnati

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is our definite go-to on a Friday night. We always get great service and they know our adult beverages order without being asked! This place is so consistent with their food and drink. This is another positive regarding our Rusty Bucket experience. Jacob, our server, is always pleasant and ensures that we have a good evening. We appreciate him. Looking forward to returning.
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded on August 14, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, DanielleW! We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy your Friday night at Rusty Bucket - Dayton. It's great to know that our service and food consistently meet your expectations. We're also delighted that our team's efforts to ensure a good evening for you are appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Rusty Bucket - Dayton Management Team

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, good service. Love being able to book through Open Table. We will definitely be back.
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded on July 15, 2024
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service at Rusty Bucket - Dayton. It's always wonderful to know that our Open Table booking system has been convenient for you. We're looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  6. DanielleW

    Cincinnati

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We consistently return to this restaurant, due to the value of the food as well as the quality of the adult beverages. We've never had a bad meal here. The manager was on duty and she came over to talk to us to ask how things were. I had a question about my adult beverage portion, the cup size, and she quickly addressed it to my satisfaction. Rusty bucket has improved so much since she's been there.
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded on July 14, 2024
    Hi Danielle!! Thank you so much for the kind words!! We are so glad that we have improved and you have become regulars here. It's always wonderful seeing you both!! Again, your feedback is appreciated and we will be seeing you soon and we will have the Margaritas ready!! Sincerely, Sue Deck General Manager

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  7. TheOccasional

    Hawaii

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved everything about it. Madi was our waitress and she was fantastic- wonderful personality and well informed on the menu which led to great recommendations. We look forward to going back. We had the Cuban, Brussel Sprouts, Nachos, Buffalo chicken sandwich, Reubens, and pizza. All were superb.
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded on July 2, 2024
    Hello TheOccasional, We're overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time at Rusty Bucket - Dayton! It's great to know that our team made your experience enjoyable and that you enjoyed our menu, Cuban, Brussel Sprouts, Nachos, Buffalo chicken sandwich, Reubens, and pizza. We're thrilled that you found all of them to be superb. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we can't wait to welcome you back soon. We will be sure to pass this on to Madi! Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. RoslynD

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Over all it’s a great place to eat. Food was very good.
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded on July 2, 2024
    Good evening RoslynD, Thank you for the great review! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed our food! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to seeing you again soon! Sincerely, The Management Team

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  9. KatB

    Cincinnati

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our visit. Food selection is great, service is always top notch, food is prepared perfectly, and all served with a smile. Love all the happy hour selections. Rusty Bucket is a long time favorite.
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded on June 26, 2024
    Hi KatB, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Rusty Bucket - Dayton. It's great to know that our food, service, and happy hour selections met your expectations. We always strive to make our guests feel welcome and we're glad we could do that for you. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  10. BobD

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Prices and food were very good. Great neighborhood tavern.
    Rusty Bucket - DaytonResponded on June 9, 2024
    Thanks for the review, BobD! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found the prices to be good. It's always a pleasure to serve our neighbors at Rusty Bucket - Dayton. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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FAQs

Rusty Bucket - Dayton offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (937) 436-2426.

Rusty Bucket - Dayton is rated 4.8 stars by 247 OpenTable diners.

Rusty Bucket - Dayton 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 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rusty Bucket - Dayton

2812 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Dayton, OH 45459

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Dayton
  • 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Burgers
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tony Luzio
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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