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The Rusty Onion Menu (Updated September 2025)

Introducing the menu at The Rusty Onion, a charming café located at 6654 Carmel Rd in Charlotte, NC, is a delightful experience for any food lover. This restaurant not only captures the essence of a local gem with its inviting atmosphere but also boasts a diverse menu filled with delicious offerings that cater to every palate.

  • Daily Specials: Each day of the week, The Rusty Onion presents mouthwatering deals, including their Sunday 2 Topping Pizza paired with wings for just $30, and a juicy Buffalo Chicken Salad on Fridays.
  • Build Your Own Pizzas: Customize your perfect pizza using a variety of cheeses, fresh veggies, and more, ensuring every bite is uniquely yours.
  • Exquisite Sides: Don’t miss their homemade rusty onion rings or creamy mac n’ cheese—perfect complements to any dish!

Customer reviews highlight the gastronomical delights, from crispy wings to hearty lasagna, making it a preferred spot for casual dining. The friendly service is a significant draw, ensuring that each visit feels like a treat. Whether you're grabbing quick lunch or enjoying a lively evening with friends, The Rusty Onion has something special to offer.

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Daily Specials

Monday

Funky Chicken Salad

US$14.99

Tuesday

Chicken Caesar Wrap with Sweet Potato or Regular Fries

US$12.95

Wednesday

1 Wings (Dine In Only)

US$1.00

Thursday

BLT - Served with Fries or Sweet Potato Fries

US$12.99

Friday

Buffalo Chicken Salad

US$14.99

Saturday

5 off any 18" Speciality Pizza

Sunday

2 Topping 14" pizza w/ 6 Wings

US$30.00

Appetizers

The Rusty Onion

Sauteed caramelized onions served with our zesty Italian cream dip and flatbread chips

US$10.49

Boneless Tenders

5 Hand-breaded tenders, tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with celery and carrots. Choice of ranch or blue cheese. Sauces: Mild, Buffalo, BBQ, Bee Sting, Italian, 911, Barbalo, Honey Hot, Honey BBQ, Lemon Pepper, Jamaican Jerk

US$14.49

Tuscany Bread

Sliced ciabatta loaf, basil pesto, fresh spinach, & mozzarella cheese topped with our homemade bruschetta mix and balsamic glaze

US$10.49

Fried Pickle Sticks

Served with ranch or blue cheese and aioli

US$10.49

Knotted Up

Light, fluffy garlic knots with fresh herbs, parmesan cheese, & marinara 6pc • 4.99 / 12pc • 7.99

US$4.99

Knotted up Sliders

4 delicious garlic knots with seasoned meatball, mozzarella cheese & marinara stuffing

US$8.99

Squeaky Cheese

Delicious fried cheese curds served with a side of marinara

US$8.99

Mozz Logs

4 Large Mozzarella Logs served with a side of marinara

US$11.49

Cheese & Bacon Fries

Hand-cut fries smothered with melted cheddar cheese sauce & bacon crumbles. Served with ranch or blue cheese

US$10.49

Garlic Cheesy Bread

Our classic handmade dough topped with mozzarella, fresh garlic & herb parmesan

US$6.99

Queen City Wings

Jumbo-sized wings fried & tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with celery & carrots. Choice of ranch or blue cheese. Sauces: Mild, Buffalo, BBQ, Bee Sting, Italian, 911, Barbalo, Honey Hot, Honey BBQ, Lemon Pepper, Jamaican Jerk 6pc • 11.49 / 12pc • 17.49 / 24pc • 30.99

US$11.49

Salads

House Salad

Romaine, red onions, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers & croutons Small: 5.99 / Entree: 10.99

US$5.99

Popeye

Fresh baby spinach, blue cheese crumbles, mushrooms, candied walnuts, red onions, bacon Small: 9.99 / Entree: 14.99

US$9.99

Greek Salad

Romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, kalamata olives, pepperoncini, sun-dried cranberries & crumbled feta cheese. Served with our Yia Yia Margaret's Famous Greek Vinaigrette Small: 9.99 / Entree: 14.99

US$9.99

Dear Brutus

Romaine topped with croutons, shaved parmesan, and served with Caesar dressing Small: 6.99 / Entree: 14.49

US$6.99

Funky Chicken

Your choice of grilled, blackened, or fried chicken breast served over romaine lettuce, sun-dried tomatoes, cucumber, and pepperoncini, with cheddar jack cheese

US$16.99

Buffalo Chicken Salad

(Fried or Grilled) Buffalo chicken breast on top of romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, bacon, & blue cheese crumbles. Served with blue cheese dressing

US$16.99

Sandwiches / Spinach Wraps

Sandwich of Brotherly Love

Hand-shaved Philly beef or chicken topped with sauteed mushrooms, onions, green peppers, provolone cheese, and roasted red pepper mayonnaise on a hoagie. - Or try the "Philly Philly" way with cheese sauce

US$16.99

One Clucking Good Sandwich

Grilled marinated chicken breast, with roasted red peppers, red onions, smoked provolone, lettuce, and basil pesto sauce. Served on a toasted bun

US$14.99

BBQ Bacon Chicken Sandwich

(Fried or Grilled) Chicken breast drizzled in BBQ sauce & served with cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce & tomato on a bun

US$14.99

Meatball Classic

Traditional style meatball sandwich served with melted mozzarella cheese, and covered in our marinara sauce

US$13.99

Gyro Pita Sandwich

Sliced Gyro meat with lettuce, tomato, & onion. Topped with Yia Yia's famous tzatziki sauce

US$13.49

Chicken Pita Sandwich

Sliced Chicken Breast with lettuce, tomato, & onion. Topped with Yia Yia's famous tzatziki sauce

US$13.99

BLT Sandwich

Traditional BLT on brioche bread with mayo, Applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato

US$12.99

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

(Fried or Grilled) Chicken breast dipped in our mild or buffalo sauce and topped with blue cheese crumbles, lettuce, and tomato on a bun

US$14.99

Eye - Talian

Fresh Italian cold cuts, cappicola, prosciutto, salami, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, and balsamic vinaigrette served hot on a hoagie

US$15.99

Hippie Burger

A black bean patty topped with spicy aioli, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion

US$13.99

California Chicken Sandwich

Marinated chicken breast, with bacon, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, & onion. Served on a bun with an avocado spread

US$14.99

The Rusty Onion Burger*

1/2 lb Angus beef grilled & topped with grilled onions, mushrooms, bacon, swiss cheese, & red pepper mayonnaise. Served on a bun

US$16.99

The Opa Burger*

1/2 lb Angus beef grilled & topped with Feta cheese, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onion, & tzatziki sauce. Served on a bun

US$16.99

Build Your Own Burger

Choose up to five toppings! Served on a bun

US$16.99

Entrees

Meatball Ravioli

Meatballs served with our traditional marinara sauce over cheese ravioli & topped with parmesan cheese

US$18.49

Chicken Parmesan

Breaded & Fried chicken breast on top of angel hair pasta, topped with marinara sauce & melted mozzarella cheese

US$18.99

Eggplant Parmesan

Lightly fried fresh eggplant served with spaghetti, sauteed mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella & marinara sauce

US$16.49

Chicken Penne

Blackened chicken breast, sauteed green peppers & onions, tossed in a gorgonzola cream sauce

US$18.99

Cheese Manicotti

Three hand-rolled manicotti tubes filled with creamy ricotta cheese, topped with marinara sauce & melted mozzarella cheese

US$15.99

Smothered Chicken

Marinated chicken breast with bacon, sauteed mushrooms, onions & melted provolone cheese on top of angel hair pasta

US$17.49

Homemade Lasagna

Delicious meat lasagna with layers of pasta, Angus ground beef, ricotta and romano cheeses, marinara, and topped with melted mozzarella

US$18.99

Specialty Pizzas

Hot Carnivore

Red sauce base with meatballs, Italian sausage & pepperoni under a juicy layer of melted mozzarella, and crispy, crunchy bacon bits 10" • 18.00 / 14" • 22.00 / 18" • 28.00

US$18.00

Supreme Pizza

Red sauce base with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, green peppers, white onions, & mozzarella 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Bianca

Classic white pie with our garlic/EVOO sauce, ricotta, tomato slices, fresh spinach, & mozzarella cheese 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Mac N Cheese Pizza

Noodles tossed in a Bechamel creme cheese sauce, topped with cheddar & mozzarella cheese 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

BBQ Chicken

BBQ sauce base with chicken, cheddar cheese, red onions, cilantro, and mozzarella 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Buffalo Chicken

Mild buffalo sauce base with goat cheese spread, grilled chicken, blue cheese crumbles, red onions, cheddar cheese, & mozzarella 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Shroomin' Fun Guy

Our garlic/EVOO sauce with mushrooms, onions, goat cheese, & roasted garlic spread, topped with mozzarella, arugula, & white truffle oil 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Eye-Talian Stallion

White sauce base with prosciutto, salami, bacon, black olives, artichokes, minced garlic, and mozzarella cheese 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Greek Pizza

Our garlic/EVOO sauce with sliced tomatoes, red onions, kalamata olives, banana peppers, mozzarella, & crumbled feta cheese 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Cheese Steak D-Light

Roasted red pepper base with hand-ground in-house Philly beef, caramelized onions, & mushrooms, topped with cheddar & mozzarella cheese 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Great Balls of Fire

Red sauce base with our delicious meatballs, red onions, tomato slices, roasted red peppers, & mozzarella cheese 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Presto Pesto

Pesto base with fresh spinach, tomato slices, mushrooms, & mozzarella cheese 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Ooh Yeah

Red sauce base with fresh spinach, artichokes, pineapple, and jalapenos 10" • 17.00 / 14" • 21.00 / 18" • 25.50

US$17.00

Build Your Own Pizzas

Sauces

Red/Tomato, Green/Pesto, BBQ Sauce, White/Garlic & EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil)

Cheeses

Cheddar, Feta, Mozzarella, Ricotta, Shaved Parmesan

Meats

Bacon, Cappicola, Ground Beef, Sausage, Pepperoni, Prosciutto, Salami, Chicken, Meatballs, Ham

Veggies

Artichoke, Banana Peppers, Black Olives, Broccoli, Roasted Red Peppers, Green Olives, Green Peppers, Jalapenos, Red/White Onions, Pepperoncini, Spinach, Fresh Basil, Caramelized Onions, Kalamata Olives, Pineapple, Sliced Tomatoes, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Minced Garlic

Calzones & Strombolis

Four Cheese Calzone

Romano, Mozzarella, Parmesan, and Ricotta Cheeses

US$12.49

Meat Lovers Stromboli

No Substitutions Pepperoni, Sausage, Meatballs, Bacon, and Mozzarella Cheese

US$15.99

Sausage Calzone

No Substitutions Our four cheese calzone with Sausage, green pepper, and caramelized onions

US$14.99

Build Your Own Calzone -Or- Stromboli

Choose any of the toppings above at 1.00 per topping

US$12.49

Little Sprouts (Kids Menu)

Rusty's Ravioli

Cheese Ravioli with tomato sauce & 2 meatballs

US$8.49

Kids Pasta

Served with Marinara or Butter

US$7.49

Flatbread Pizza

Choice of Cheese or Pepperoni

US$7.49

Grilled Cheese

Served with hand-cut regular or sweet potato fries

US$7.49

Chicken Tenders

3 hand-breaded chicken tenders, served with hand-cut or sweet potato fries

US$8.99

Sides

Rusty Onion Rings

Homemade onion rings served with our house-made chipotle aioli

US$5.99

Hand-Cut Fries Or Sweet Potato Fries

Classic crispy greatness you'd expect with a great meal

US$5.99

Mac N' Cheese

Bechamel creme cheese sauce & noodles topped with cheddar

US$6.49

Steamed Broccoli

Tasty little trees

US$5.49

Meatballs

The best part of any pasta

US$2.25

Extra Side of Dressing Or sauce

Add a little extra housemade flavor

US$0.50

Desserts

Cannoli

Hand-rolled shell, piped with chocolate chip pastry cream

US$6.50

Cheesecake

The famous "Mother's Cheesecake" from New Jersey

US$7.50

Chocolate Spoon Cake

A perfect amount of chocolate pudding layered in-between a tasty chocolate cake (with our without a scoop of vanilla ice cream)

US$7.50

Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookie

2 warm homemade chocolate chip cookies topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

US$6.99

Fried Oreos

6 perfect little chocolate sandwich cookies fried to golden perfection

US$6.50

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