Rusty Bucket - Rookwood

Name: Rusty Bucket - Rookwood
Address: 2692 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH, United States, 45208
Telephone: (513) 841-2739
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (239)

$30 and under

American

2692 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Neighborhood gem
Good for business meals

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

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
(513) 841-2739
Website
http://www.myrustybucket.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Joe Sarno
Catering
https://order.myrustybucket.com/menu/rusty-bucket-rookwood<br />
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
2692 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208
Neighborhood
Hyde Park
Cross street
Smith and Edwards
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Bus stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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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!

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What 239 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rusty Bucket - Rookwood offers a welcoming atmosphere with "great service" and a diverse menu praised for its "Sicilian pizza" and delightful shrimp dishes. The restaurant is perfect for casual business lunches and happy hours, providing a satisfying experience with its "great food and great service." While some patrons noted slight inconsistencies, the overall experience remains positive.

239 Reviews

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Barbara VIP
Cincinnati / Dayton62 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Really enjoyed the Sicilian pizza! Liked it better than pizza chains!!
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John VIP
Cincinnati / Dayton27 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I haven't been to Rusty Bucket since I moved to the east coast in 2009 and have been wanting to try it again since relocating to Cincy. The food quality, atmosphere and great service are still there! I will add them to my regular rotation!
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Julia
Las Vegas4 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Service was great. Food was way too expensive, when you have food next door much cheaper, at ford’s garage. Cole slaw tastes funny.
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Robert
Cincinnati / Dayton2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great place to have a casual business lunch. Good atmosphere. The employees are great but there is slight room for service improvement due to staffing issues. The employees are open about this issue.
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Barbara VIP
Cincinnati / Dayton62 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We had the special of Shrimp with pasta and tomato. It was wonderful. Great flavor. Our waiter was great also. Loved it.
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Lynda
Cincinnati / Dayton7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent felt very welcome. Food was happy hour priced. Very good
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Yvonne VIP
Cincinnati / Dayton9 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beth was great server. Shrimp in shrimp scampi was over cooked. But we had a relaxing meal overall.
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Marilyn
Cincinnati / Dayton1 review
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Liked the food. Waitress was good and had patience as we waited for our other couple. It was not as noisy as other restaurants an we appreciated that.
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Kilah VIP
Tampa / Central Florida West13 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Me and my coworkers went for happy hour after work and we were very happy with our food & drinks. I really love the double cheeseburger & the happy hour deal was a huge bargain. I loved the sweet tea & friend pickles as well. Overall great service and food. Will be back again. I Have never had a negative experience at this location, and plan on going again for another after work happy hour soon. 😊
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Debbie
Cincinnati / Dayton1 review
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
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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FAQs

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

Rusty Bucket - Rookwood is rated 4.6 stars by 239 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.

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

2692 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Smith and Edwards
Neighborhood
Hyde Park
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
Public Lot
Public transit
Bus stop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Joe Sarno
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.myrustybucket.com/
Phone number
(513) 841-2739
Catering
https://order.myrustybucket.com/menu/rusty-bucket-rookwood<br />

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Rusty Bucket - Rookwood

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Offers

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

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Menu

What 239 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Rusty Bucket - Rookwood offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Rusty Bucket - Rookwood restaurant rated?

Does Rusty Bucket - Rookwood offer gift cards?

Is Rusty Bucket - Rookwood currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

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