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Established in 2002, Little Ruby’s prides itself on using fresh local product balanced with Australian culinary influences to provide the local and international community with some of the best food, coffee and drinks in New York City. Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Soho, East Village and Murray Hill.
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Address: 198 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003
Phone: (646) 998-4265
Website: https://www.rubyscafe.com/
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Reviews
Danny Kim
Finally got to come after my family went without me once before and raved about it. Came for lunch and we ordered chicken avocado salad, breakfast burrito, shrimp pasta, and spicy vodka pasta. Everything was so very fresh and delicious. The salad came in an impressive heap on a big plate and fully mixed. Both pastas were perfectly al dente with rich and flavorful sauce. I ordered the spicy vodka pasta with an extra addon of crispy chicken. The chicken (while well made and tasty) was completely unnecessary. It’s a pretty busy spot so come prepared to wait a bit, but totally worth it!
… morePeaspeas_lin
This restaurant serves really good food, but the only downside is the poor service — and they still expect tips. When we had one extra person and asked for another set of cutlery, we waited for a long time and the waiter never brought it. In the end, we had to grab one ourselves from another table.
Beef and Tomato Sandwich: Very delicious, the beef was cooked perfectly.
Shrimp Pasta: The sauce was excellent, I really loved it.
Coconut Milkshake: Tasted great too, quite nice.
… moreBeef and Tomato Sandwich: Very delicious, the beef was cooked perfectly.
Shrimp Pasta: The sauce was excellent, I really loved it.
Coconut Milkshake: Tasted great too, quite nice.
Soumya Garg
Loved the truffle fries with ailoi, they are nice and crispy.
Although the spicy vodka pasta rigatoni & shrimp pasta have relatively good flavors but the sauce is too runny almost like water. Vodka pasta had too much oil so not a fan! This city has many better options!
… moreAlthough the spicy vodka pasta rigatoni & shrimp pasta have relatively good flavors but the sauce is too runny almost like water. Vodka pasta had too much oil so not a fan! This city has many better options!
Kimberly Lim Legaspi
We had such a lovely meal at Little Ruby’s East Village, one of the newer locations of this beloved Australian café that first opened in Nolita back in 2002. Over the years, Ruby’s has expanded to SoHo and Midtown, building a reputation for blending Australian café culture with Italian and Mediterranean comfort foods. It’s casual and approachable, but every dish has a sense of intention a nod to tradition with a playful, modern twist.
The spicy Italian sausage rigatoni was pure comfort with character. Rigatoni, a pasta shape that comes from central and southern Italy, is known for its ridges that cling to rich sauces. Here, it was perfectly al dente, coated in a balanced tomato cream sauce that was bright but also indulgent. Parmesan gave it a nutty, salty finish, while the baby peas added a subtle sweetness. The sausage was distinctly southern Italian in style spicy, fennel-laced, and hearty enough to ground the dish. It felt like a modern echo of cucina povera, the rustic Italian tradition of stretching ingredients into bold, nourishing meals.
The Bronte burger is a Ruby’s signature, and for good reason. Named after Sydney’s Bronte Beach, it reflects the fresh, multicultural spirit of Australian café food. The 7oz beef patty was juicy and flavorful, layered with tomato, spinach, swiss, and a sweet chili–mayo combo on toasted ciabatta. Ciabatta, a relatively recent invention from 1980s Italy, was the perfect choice airy and chewy inside, crisp outside, sturdy enough to hold everything together. The side of fries was just as memorable: thin, crisp, tossed with herbs and garlic, perfect for dipping. It’s the kind of burger-and-fries plate that feels indulgent but elevated.
For dessert, the date cake with vanilla ice cream and toffee sauce was the highlight. Sticky, warm, and spiced with cinnamon, it came drenched in buttery toffee sauce that melted into the cake and balanced beautifully with the cold vanilla ice cream. This version leaned closer to the traditional British sticky toffee pudding, a mid-20th century classic born out of home baking, where dates provided natural sweetness and richness. Ruby’s take felt nostalgic yet modern, capturing the essence of that pudding but with a lighter café touch.
The East Village location carries Ruby’s laid-back Aussie ethos into one of New York’s liveliest neighborhoods. While Nolita, SoHo, and Midtown each bring their own personality, the East Village outpost feels especially cozy and vibrant. And we have to mention the service our waiter Miguel was fantastic, attentive, warm, and knowledgeable, which made the whole experience even better.
… moreThe spicy Italian sausage rigatoni was pure comfort with character. Rigatoni, a pasta shape that comes from central and southern Italy, is known for its ridges that cling to rich sauces. Here, it was perfectly al dente, coated in a balanced tomato cream sauce that was bright but also indulgent. Parmesan gave it a nutty, salty finish, while the baby peas added a subtle sweetness. The sausage was distinctly southern Italian in style spicy, fennel-laced, and hearty enough to ground the dish. It felt like a modern echo of cucina povera, the rustic Italian tradition of stretching ingredients into bold, nourishing meals.
The Bronte burger is a Ruby’s signature, and for good reason. Named after Sydney’s Bronte Beach, it reflects the fresh, multicultural spirit of Australian café food. The 7oz beef patty was juicy and flavorful, layered with tomato, spinach, swiss, and a sweet chili–mayo combo on toasted ciabatta. Ciabatta, a relatively recent invention from 1980s Italy, was the perfect choice airy and chewy inside, crisp outside, sturdy enough to hold everything together. The side of fries was just as memorable: thin, crisp, tossed with herbs and garlic, perfect for dipping. It’s the kind of burger-and-fries plate that feels indulgent but elevated.
For dessert, the date cake with vanilla ice cream and toffee sauce was the highlight. Sticky, warm, and spiced with cinnamon, it came drenched in buttery toffee sauce that melted into the cake and balanced beautifully with the cold vanilla ice cream. This version leaned closer to the traditional British sticky toffee pudding, a mid-20th century classic born out of home baking, where dates provided natural sweetness and richness. Ruby’s take felt nostalgic yet modern, capturing the essence of that pudding but with a lighter café touch.
The East Village location carries Ruby’s laid-back Aussie ethos into one of New York’s liveliest neighborhoods. While Nolita, SoHo, and Midtown each bring their own personality, the East Village outpost feels especially cozy and vibrant. And we have to mention the service our waiter Miguel was fantastic, attentive, warm, and knowledgeable, which made the whole experience even better.
Aryella Almeida
This place is great for brunch or dinner. I went with a friend, our reservation was for 7:30pm, it was busy but service was fast. We ate the bronte burguer and it was perfectly cooked. The patty was very well seasoned, ciabatta was soft, chewy interior and the crust was crispy. Delicious. We also order some sweet potato fries and they add more aioli for us. Always a good choice. ✨
… moreKaren Stearns
very casual student hangout. we were the oldest couple in there by a few decades. didn’t matter. the bloody mary was great. we enjoyed the fries with truffle aioli – i could consume those everyday, frankly. hot on delivery to the table, no mushiness, sized to perfection and that sauce- my goodness! they should offer that to patrons to buy, it’s that good. the spicy sausage was a smidge too al dente and a little spicy for my tastebuds, but for someone who enjoys that level of spice, it would be just fine.
… moreJohanna Paola Atara
I’ve visited other locations and on weekends, making a reservation is recommended. I love the food, the service is fast, depending on the location some spaces are very small, but this one in East Village is perfect, very tasty and highly recommended.
… moreRachel O’Day
Came for dinner with a friend and we had a great time. Service quick and friendly. We sat outside and it was not very comfortable too tight. Inside seems more spacious but dark. Got the salad and chicken pasta. Both good, loved the dressing. My friend is gluten free, she liked the options. However the fries are baked in flour disappointing. Overall a good time.
… moreKarina Despommier
We had a lovely brunch at Little Ruby’s East Village. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, with a charming mix of green, blue, and pink tones, vintage touches, and plenty of plants that gave it a cozy, coastal feel. The service was friendly, and the menu offered a great selection of healthy options. The coffee was excellent, and I appreciated the availability of non-dairy milk. Perfect spot to start the day!
… moreYohenni flores
The food was actually amazingggggg. We made a reservation at 1 and got in like at 1:15 so the wait was the only annoying part. It could have been because today was a holiday.
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