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    The Rusty Nail

    4.1 (90 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    THE RUSTY NAIL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Dane B.

    The building itself. Being able to see 6-7 different areas and options. Good fast friendly service. (Bianca) Big cold mugs. Food quick and on point. (Ray) Definitely worth checking out. It's a Bar atmosphere. Thanks.

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    Terry B.

    On a whim as we were headed north on business I quickly searched Yelp for a place to eat! The Rusty Nail did not disappoint. They had just revamped their menu so I figured I would order the burger with the same name! Started out with The Skewered Balls Appetizer! Delicious! The skewer consisted of meat balls, beer pretzels, chunks of cheese. Served with Marina & Chipotle Ranch. A must try! The Rusty Nail Burger was quite tasty! No frozen patty's here. I must admit the fries were not that good however, I manage to eat all of them One of my dining partners ordered the Club Sand w/Tots - now I'm not a tot fan but they looked so much better than my fries. Service was quick, and friendly! I liked the fact that upon checkout a hand held credit card scanner took care of my payment. To be honest I didn't know this was a bar but it was a good lunch stop with great food! I'd stop in here again on my next pass thru Wichita.

    Antonio M.

    The food was decent. I came from vegas and was excited to order the wings. They didn't have any. I mean it's on the menu, so they should have some. Anyways. I ordered the meatball sandwich. It was good not great. The place is kinda run down. Kinda Rusty if you will. This might have been just a local neighborhood hood spot. I heard about it I'm Vegas so o was excited to come here. The restaurant looks old, work and tired. The server was busy, but we kept having to ask for our drinks. Good not great.

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    Anaidy C.

    Nice backdrops, ambiance, music, staff, and priced right drinks. The Band was on point tonight

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    Dawn H.

    Was in town for a concert. Food Ambiance and cocktails were amazing. Service was good, but a little slow. I'm sure this was because they were super busy. Will recommend to friends and go back if ever in Wichita.

    Upper level balcony, so cool!

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    3 months ago

    The food and the service was excellent. The ambiance was very unique and interesting. The menu had lots of good looking options.

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    2 years ago

    Great place. Great prices. The food was good and the staff were friendly. The ambiance is quirky and fun.

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    2 years ago

    The food was amazing the people were great if I ever go back to this town will eat here a million times

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    2 years ago

    Great service. Ordered the Damn good burger which was part of the Tuesday special and was good! Definitely recommend trying this place!

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    Very nice place, good service, good food and ambiance. The staff were all extremely friendly.

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    3 years ago

    I love this place. This place is comfortable for everyone services always great. Food is great. Just a great vibe.

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    3 years ago

    Good service, good food, 1980s bar experience. Big nice outdoor eating area, a great place to go in the summer

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    2 years ago

    Excellent burgers and fries. The service is kind, efficient, and effective. Will be going again!

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    3 years ago

    Their Rusty Nail Burger is delicious! They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Definitely want to come back sometime. Will bring friends.

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    3 years ago

    Fun atmosphere and amazing food! Lunch time was quiet, but excited to go back to see live entertainment sometime! Servers were friendly too.

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    Very good burgers with homemade onion rings and fries. Additional parking behind the restaurant.

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