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Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch, Indianapolis, IN

Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch

4.8
4.8
561 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Sean Grant
  • Area
    Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
  • Cross Street
    86th & Ditch
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine
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What 561 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

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch shines as a neighborhood favorite with "great menu selections" and a "warm, cozy atmosphere." Patrons praise the "delicious food" and "fantastic service" from friendly staff. The lively yet welcoming ambiance makes it an ideal spot for both regulars and newcomers seeking a fun dining experience.

561 Reviews
  1. Casey

    VIP

    Indiana

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place! The food is always really good. It’s very cozy and warm. Staff are friendly and top tier.

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  2. Antwann

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rusty bucket has an amazing atmosphere, and the food is great!

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  3. Eric

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    161 reviews

    5.0

    161 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Solid pub food and drinks at a reasonable price. Definitely a good option for a quick dinner. Service is fast

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  4. Michael

    Indiana

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was outstanding. Attentive to all of our needs. Food was really good.

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  5. Teresa

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Just a nice place to grab good food, from meatloaf, pasta dishes, to great burgers.

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  6. Tom

    VIP

    Indiana

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good and the service was great! This restaurant has a neighborhood vibe.

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  7. michael

    VIP

    Indiana

    100 reviews

    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    food great and server was fantastic...............................

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  8. Carol

    VIP

    Louisville

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good service & food. Started with the Brussel sprouts-they were delicious! Also had wings-nice crispy skin & juicy chicken. Had the French onion soup-it was good, but have had better at other places (Longhorn!!). Hubs had the beef stroganoff & it was very good. Reasonable prices

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  9. James

    VIP

    Jacksonville

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great menu selections. Within reason, will also adapt an item for individual request. Service excellent with very friendly staff. We return again and again.

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  10. michael

    VIP

    Indiana

    100 reviews

    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food great server..................................

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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 4.8 stars by 561 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
7:00 pm
Booked 9 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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine
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