FUN vs. FLAVOR
( the lowdown on Rustlers Roost)
1. They do not take reservations! What they do take is ONLY a call ahead.
Apparently, guest are viewed like cattle they need an estimated number of how how many are coming so don't expect to be seated for a while even with a call ahead. But like good cattle hearders they real then in and out pretty darn good.
2. This place gets stars on fun but not food- at best mediocre. The nearly foot long piece of cake adds to the table fun and is generous on the calories.
3.Atmosphere -The American stage with live western style music, the games, the "honey bull" that sits outside watching guests leave, the motif - rustic and the well thoughtout option of stairs or a slide for those who may have endulged in a drop or two too many of the libations seated on the second floor was genious or a suggestion of a seasoned drinker. Lastly, the spectacular view from the patio provides a lasting memory that will impress any guest
4. Staff with an attitude - reminiscent of the Old West as portrayed by Garrison Keillor stories In the Lives of Dusty and Lefty. They are true American Characters.
5. Cleanliness - ABOVE average from what I saw on July 4th 2016 while they had served 1,700 people that day it was very clean.I couldn't find a dirty spoon or glass and I pride myself on spot checks.
6. Management approaches you with caution like a Sheriff from an Old Western Town that John Wayne might have played portraying a sense of fairness with a reasonable but not too accomodating attitude.
Passerby and Locals alike need to come here at least once to experience a bit of The Old West and Tourist to Arizona need to ink this into their itineraries.
Price is about a 3.5 stars