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Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch, Indianapolis, IN

Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch

4.7
4.7
545 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
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 Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–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
    (317) 566-3463
  • Website
    http://www.myrustybucket.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Sean Grant
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What 545 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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Review summary

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Rusty Bucket at 86th & Ditch is a beloved neighborhood gem offering "great food" and "friendly service" in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Patrons rave about its varied menu, including favorites like mushroom pizza and beef stroganoff. The attentive staff and engaging management ensure a consistently excellent dining experience.

545 Reviews

  1. Kyle

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stopped by the Bucket on a Tuesday evening for happy hour, and it did not disappoint. The place was lively but never felt overcrowded or too noisy. The bartenders (Josh and Brandon) were awesome: engaging, attentive, and popular with the regulars, as they seemed to know most everyone at the bar by name. I ordered the pepperoni and pepper pizza, whoa - it was incredible. Perfectly thin, crispy crust, it exceeded my expectations and easily landed in my top 10 thin-crust pizzas - possibly even my top five. The other dishes coming out of the kitchen looked amazing. Will definitely be dropping in for dinner soon. The atmosphere was just what we were looking for—fun, welcoming, and full of energy without being overwhelming. It’s safe to say we’ll be back soon for another round of great food and drinks!

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  2. JerryD

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Rusty Bucket. Armando was our server and he is always awesome. Food and ambiance were great as always.

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  3. michael

    VIP

    Indiana

    97 reviews

    5.0

    97 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food &service, but paying different story,

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  4. William

    Amarillo

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food - Great service !! Enjoyable dinner !!

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  5. Melinda

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and fast service! We tried the onion rings Mac and cheese with the bread crumbs which was a nice touch. We also had the tenderloin which was delicious with plenty of flavor. They also had my favorite pop company Mt Dew! It’s a must try and we will be back!

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  6. Sharon

    VIP

    Indiana

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Brandon was tending bar + waiting tables in bar area. He was very busy, but still got us everything we asked for promptly. He’s great, I’ve had him bey

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  7. James

    VIP

    Jacksonville

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 23 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great neighborhood establishment. Very friendly staff, great menu of well prepared items that are delicious. Some flexibility for food allergies, kitchen staff understanding of needs. Has become our regular "go to" place for meeting friends for either lunch or dinner.

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  8. Kerry

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a group of 7 and really enjoyed our dining experience. Everyone loved their meal!

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  9. Tania

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rusty bucket has a “cheers” like vibe and is a local favorite. Their food is great. Our party got the salmon salad, Baja tacos, burger, fish and chips and beef stroganoff. Everyone was happy with their meal.

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  10. Stephanie

    Indiana

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great server in Levi! Prices were a little high. Light is way too bright for a tavern. Great food!

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FAQs

Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (317) 566-3463.

Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch is rated 4.7 stars by 545 OpenTable diners.

Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch 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
19:00
Booked 18 times today

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Google Map for Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch

1130 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260-2257

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    86th & Ditch
  • Area
    Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–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
    Sean Grant
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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