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Little Ruby's Cafe - East Village, New York, NY

Little Ruby's Cafe - East Village

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4.7
4.7
145 Reviews
$30 and under
Australian
198 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003-5302

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 101 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Healthy
Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Union Square
  • Cross street
    11th St between 2nd & 3rd Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    L at 3rd Ave & 14th St stop4,5,6, at Union Sq stop4,5 at Astor Place
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 145 people are saying

Little Ruby's Cafe - East Village reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Little Ruby's Cafe in East Village offers a lively, hip atmosphere with "delicious fresh food" and "fantastic service." Known for its "delightful brunch," the cafe provides "warm hospitality" and a "cozy, romantic atmosphere." Despite occasional noise and space issues, it's a "weekly must" with "great vibes" and accommodating staff.

145 Reviews
  1. Dale VIP

    New York City54 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice selections on the menu, and reasonably priced. We shared avocado toast (and added two eggs to the dish) and ricotta pancakes. Outdoor dining was pleasant (though tables are a bit close together) and the waitstaff is very accommodating. Would definitely recommend.

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  2. Jackie VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal and vibe at Ruby’s! Healthy and delicious (+ cocktails for balance)
    Little Ruby's Cafe - East VillageResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Jackie! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great dining experience at Little Ruby's Cafe - East Village! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our healthy and delicious meals, and also appreciated the balance of our cocktails. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  3. Davien

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They were super friendly and also understanding to our three jetlagged kids that were a bit too energized. (Sorry!) We moved outside and were able to enjoy our dinner which was lovely!
    Little Ruby's Cafe - East VillageResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Davien! Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed your dinner with us. It's great to know that we were able to make your family evening special. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  4. Juliette

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Had a reservation yet had to wait over 30 minutes to be seated.

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  5. claire

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Rushed out after spending $90 on dinner. I understand they have a lot of guests and clientele, but feels out of line. We were in the restaurant maybe 1 hour total. The minute our check came they wanted us out

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  6. Tate VIP

    Denver8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The friendliest staff, most chill Sunday morning vibes, and delicious fresh food. I love Ruby’s!!! It’s a weekly must.

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  7. donald VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The and service were excellent. My wife and I would definitely come back.

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  8. Moira

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and cocktails served by an attentive waiter.

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  9. Jenny VIP

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Perfect Sunday morning brunch with friends. Appreciated the warm hospitality on a busy morning

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  10. Noah

    New York City6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Tiny tables fitted in maximum level. You almost ear should to should with next table. So that they can make more money for this average quality food and service. It was my first and last time here. Never again

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FAQs

Little Ruby's Cafe - East Village offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (646) 998-4265.

Little Ruby's Cafe - East Village is rated 4.7 stars by 145 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 101 times today
Google Map for Little Ruby's Cafe - East Village

198 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003-5302

Additional information

  • Cross street
    11th St between 2nd & 3rd Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Union Square
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    L at 3rd Ave & 14th St stop4,5,6, at Union Sq stop4,5 at Astor Place
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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