Rusty’s Riverfront Grill

9 Reviews on “Rusty’s Riverfront Grill”

• Orleans704

  I dont go to Rustys often but decided to give it another try. In my previous visits my issues were (1) you have to wait for a table because its so busy, (2) the food is expensive for the quality, and most important (3) the tables are packed too close together so you cant hear anyone speak without shouting.Rustys is still very busy and parking may be a challenge. We arrived at 5:30 on a Sat and the place was already full. When we left there was a long wait. There is no other restaurant in Vicksburg I know of regularly this busy. It isnt busy because of the view, nor is it a fine dining experience with white linens. The atmosphere leaves something to be desired. It is loud and difficult to hold a conversation. It would not be a good spot to take a date, however by the looks of it plenty of pretty people like going there. There are several options for appetizers but most are fried. Usually Id order the spinach&artichoke dip which is good but the chips could be improved. This time we tried the gumbo which was outstandingthe best gumbo Ive had in ages. It was a dark roux full of rice, seafood and sausage. My only complaint was it was a little salty and the oyster was too tough to chew. Rustys has a LOT of seafood choices, probably the most in town. Grouper is always on the menu but that night they also had shrimp, flounder, mahi, and red snapper. Since I wanted something stuffed, I chose the stuffed grouper and my partner choice the stuffed soft shell crab. Both came with warm rolls plus hushpuppies. Both of us picked creamed spinach for our side which was cheesy deliciousness. The side salad was nice and larger than expected. The stuffed grouper was very good if not a little overdone and tough on the edges. The soft shell crab also was good but overly salty. The meal came to almost $100 without liquor or dessert for 2 people including tip. It was the best tasting meal we have ever had at Rustys but the atmosphere just isnt up to par with the cost. It simply isnt the experience you get from, say Anchuca or Cedar Grove. But its the food quality and choices that count and on that score Ill be back.

  April 30, 2020, 3:28 am

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• Scott Riley

  Food, Service and drinks were good. The blackened redfish was great but a little over cooked. Quality of the food was above par. The absolute best thing we had was the fried green tomatoes topped with lump crab meat and cream sauce. I would go back just to have them again.

  April 13, 2019, 2:27 am

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