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Ruby's Diner Carlsbad - Ruby's Diner, Carlsbad, CA

Ruby's Diner

4.5 (28)
$30 and under
American
5630 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008-4458

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Kid-friendly
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
Come visit nostalgic Ruby's Diner Carlsbad for amazing burgers, fabulous shakes, and super breakfast. We are located near the family fun Legoland and next door to the world-renowned Carlsbad flower fields.

Our 1940's location is family and pet friendly. We offer a place where mom and dad can relax while their little ones enjoy our motorized train that circles the restaurant while you dine.

Come Shooby Dooby Down to Ruby's for your next family meal, first date, or shake craving.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Burgers
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have our own Banquet Room for special occasions.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Carlsbad
  • Cross street
    We are right off the 5 freeway. Palomar Airport Road and Paseo Del Norte
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

What 28 people are saying

Ruby's Diner 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

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

28 Reviews
  1. Sheri

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ruby’s is GREAT with large parties! I appreciate that they accommodate paying separately. The servers are great and the food comes out fast!

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  2. Fred

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent service and food provided to our large party of 10. The food came quickly, was hot and tasty. The service was extraordinary. A wonderful diner experience.

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  3. Dianne

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun, relaxed 50’s diner atmosphere and decor. Food and service both excellent with moderate pricing. Kids will love the model train which runs around the track close to the ceiling. Plenty of parking on south end. Very enjoyable experience.

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  4. Monique VIP

    Palm Springs40 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on August 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for “Frings”, burgers, salads, shakes at the Carlsbad outlets. They offer inside or Patio seating. Dog-friendly is a plus!!!

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  5. DiningWithDiane

    San Diego3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on July 11, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The turkey burger had no turkey meat in it. When asked, the server said it was on the other side of the half I cut. There was nothing in there. The food has gone downhill.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ruby’s is always fun and delicious. We popped in for Mother’s Day and were completely pleased!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 28, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Kind of dissapointed with the calamare i didnt know its a stick calamare

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  8. Diaglot

    San Diego20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s a diner, loud and young children screaming next to your booth. Parents unaware, but that’s on them. Good food, basic diner fare, probably won’t go back for a long time. It worked for the moment.

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  9. Curt VIP

    San Diego126 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a really nice place for breakfast - great service and the food was really good. It's our first time in, but we will return - it's hard to find an old fashioned breakfast place in San Diego!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 16, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food.. great service ……thats all!!! Happy Holidays

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FAQs

Ruby's Diner offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ruby's Diner also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 931-7829.

Ruby's Diner is rated 4.5 stars by 28 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 4 times today
Google Map for Ruby's Diner

5630 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008-4458

Additional information

  • Cross street
    We are right off the 5 freeway. Palomar Airport Road and Paseo Del Norte
  • Neighborhood
    Carlsbad
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Burgers
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
  • Delivery & takeout
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