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    Little Ruby's Williamsburg

    4.0 (65 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Brussel Sprouts and Sweet Potato Fries
    Puneet S.

    When I say this was quite possibly one of the best brunch experiences I've ever had, I am not exaggerating. The vibes are impeccable, they have indoor/outdoor seating with open glass doors for hot days. We sat by the window so got the best of summer and indoor dining. We started with the crispy brussel sprouts, ricotta pancakes and breakfast burrito with a side of sweet potatoe fries and a kale caesar salad. Let me start with the brussel; super crispy with a tangy savory sauce that paired nicely with lovely starter. The textures were on point and tasted very crispy which I liked. Next, the kale salad was nice with parmesan and crispy little quinoa paired with a lemon vinaigrette. Wow! This was a standout, we also added grilled halloumi to add a flare of salty and worked so well. The fluffy pancakes were too good! The smooth and pasty ricotta was nice and not super doughy which was nice and they maple syrup was divine. The breakfast wrap was filled with veggies and tons of avocado which I appreciated and was nice with some crispy fries. They had an amazing aioli as well, can't say anything bad. Very impressed and this is a must-try in Brooklyn! Fresh, quality ingredients to your table, love the concept!

    Egg sandwich was really good!
    Ginny C.

    This was a delicious spot for lunch or breakfast. I came in at 11:30am on Wednesday and there are plenty of seats available. However, it started getting busier around noon. I really enjoyed my latte with vanilla cold foam. It could've been a little less sweet, but it was still really good. I also really enjoyed my egg sandwich. It was really flavorful. I like the food here better than other spots in the area. Would recommend.

    Christy Y.

    Came to Little Ruby's Cafe by the Williamsburg Bridge on a Saturday afternoon for brunch. At first we weren't sure what to eat, but once we realized Little Ruby's had opened here we decided to give it a try. The restaurant itself was very clean and looked modern and newly renovated. From the front it seems small, but when we walked toward the back to use the restroom we realized there's actually a much bigger dining area. Even though it was packed, we were seated right away. I ordered the shrimp pasta which came with shrimp, tomatoes, a creamy sauce, and red pepper flakes. The flavors balanced really well, creamy with just a hint of spice. They also didn't skimp on the shrimp. The portion was pretty generous. We also ordered the Bronte burger with fries, and asked to upgrade to truffle fries. The burger came with beef, tomato, spinach, and mayo on ciabatta bread. Every bite was really flavorful and the burger was super satisfying. The fries were crispy and paired perfectly with the truffle dipping sauce. The staff was friendly and accommodating throughout our meal. Overall a really nice brunch spot and I'd definitely come back to try other things on the menu.

    Salad and fries
    Hayne K.

    My fav thing I've ordered here so far!!! It's a typical chain restaurant here in the city, what you'll get will be good but it won't be anything special. It's nice to have a restaurant around where you can just walk in with no line and not have to fight for a res lol. Their kale salad is good and the truffle fries are great would recommend! Staff was also so sweet

    lavender matcha latte
    Char G.

    I came for the pancakes and perhaps I may have ordered the wrong entree. I saw the reviews for the ricotta pancakes so I was sold. Maybe it was an off day, but the bananas could have been flambéed more and the ricotta pancakes seemed a little undercooked. I did enjoy my lavender matcha latte, but it seemed kind of pricey given it was served in a tiny glass. It could have been smoother, but the flavor was nice. I would still rate them 4 stars because our waitress was so sweet and helpful. The ambience was nice and inviting, and the rest of the entrees thy were ordered by my family were all 10/10. The prices are a little high for what you get- at least for the entree I selected and my drink of choice. But it's a popular spot for a reason. I'll give it another go when I visit in the future.

    Chicken Schnitzel
    Lauren P.

    If you get one thing, get the Shrimp Pasta. It's creamy, rich, full of shrimp and tomatoes, and has a tiny kick to it. My go-to every time! 5 stars for the shrimp pasta alone. You can skip the calamari--it's nothing special and is a pretty small portion. The chicken schnitzel is standard as well. Good, but not super memorable. This Ruby's is pretty small, so I wouldn't recommend it for bigger groups. Also, it doesn't save well in my experience, so it's 100x better to eat-in than take out. There's been one instance where the hostess made it seem like I was inconveniencing her when I said that I received a text that my order was ready for pick-up. She looked at me, sighed, closed her book she was reading, and reluctantly went inside the restaurant. Prior to this, I had only checked-in with her one time (when I arrived) that I had an order.

    Bronte burger w sweet potato fries
    Gloria L.

    I've been to the soho location a few times and the service/food was excellent there so I expected nothing less from this Williamsburg location! Safe to say, I was right The service was excellent. I wanted to add one more to my party of 7 and they were able to accommodate us. I had a reservation and I didn't have to wait long for my table to be ready. The food came out in a timely manner and it didn't take long for the waitress to refill our waters when it was empty I usually get pasta but I decided to try the Bronte burger and omg, it was SOOOOOO GOOD!!! I highly, highly recommend if you are considering it!! The ciabatta was toasted perfectly and the burger (I got medium) was soooooooo juicy. Not sure what I was expecting bc I've never had a burger on ciabatta but it exceeded my expectations. I ordered sweet potatoes fries on the side and I love how crispy they were. The garlic aoli (I think)) tasted so good bc it was so garlicky!! Also can't go wrong with strawberry lemonade :) The Brussels sprouts, however, were a no for me. The sauce that the brussel sprouts were covered in was really good - kinda sweet. But once you get through the sauce, the brussel sprout is a little bitter. So I wouldn't get it again. The calamari was good

    Salt and pepper fried calamari
    Leah B.

    My husband and I stumbled upon this restaurant while walking through Williamsburg, and I'm so glad we decided to stop in! Everything we had was absolutely delicious. We started with the salt and pepper fried calamari--it was so tasty and well-seasoned. For my entrée, I had the shrimp pasta with grilled shrimp, spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, arugula, lemon, cream, crushed red pepper, and breadcrumbs--every bite was amazing. My husband went with the fried chicken burger, made with crispy buttermilk fried chicken, pickles, coleslaw, and spicy mayo on a sesame bun. It was just as delicious! For drinks, I ordered the Little Ruby, while my husband tried the watermelon cocktail--both were refreshing and paired perfectly with our meal. On top of that, the service was great, and I loved the ambience. The food, drinks, and overall vibe were spot on--I can't wait to go back!

    Jane B.

    Visited Little Ruby's on Berry Street in Williamsburg for a weekday lunch with a few colleagues and enjoyed the experience. It is a really cute space with a warm yet modern design. The restaurant is Australian-inspired and offers lunch and dinner service, plus a small bar (around five seats) and about 6-8 tables. We sat in the front, and service was quick and friendly. I ordered the Big Breakfast ($24), while my colleagues got the burger and one of the rice bowls. My breakfast was very good and felt like a nice, healthy option. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. It also came with sourdough bread, which I skipped, but it looked good. Overall, I really enjoyed the food, the space, and the service. I would definitely return to try more of the menu.

    Edwin R.

    Decent food but nothing special. Staff were nice and the restaurant itself is cozy. Cocktails were underwhelming

    Avo toast
    Nancy L.

    Came here for brunch on two consecutive days (unintentionally lol). The first visit I got the avo toast, which was delicious and slightly delightfully spicy. The second visit I got green eggs bowl. Though healthy, this was disappointing as it lacked any kind of flavor. About the restaurant itself, it's conveniently located a couple blocks from the Bedford L station and is quite spacious. The staff is also so friendly, so overall I would recommend checking out Little Ruby's!

    Spicy Vodka Rigatoni and Chicken Avocado Salad
    Joanna M.

    Little Ruby's has multiple locations across the city serving brunch options from avocado toast to pasta. I've had Little Ruby's both as takeout and dine-in and I prefer the dine-in vibe, at least for the Williamsburg location. Service is friendly and efficient. The vibe is similar to many of the nyc brunch places with a touch of boho. The only difference is you don't have to worry about them kicking you out after 90 minutes. My favorites include the Spicy Vodka Rigatoni, the Chicken Avocado Salad, and the Banana Bread. I've also had the Shrimp Avocado Salad and Spicy Italian Sausage Pasta on separate occasions when ordering takeout which were both pretty average. The Chicken Avocado Salad is consistently good whether it is eaten as take-out or dine-in. Portions are bigger when dining in. If you're looking for semi-affordable vibey brunch that will still fill you up, Little Ruby's fits the bill. Don't skip the spicy vodka rigatoni, lest you want to spend $50 dollars on a subpar vodka pasta elsewhere.

    Creamy chicken pasta and sautéed spinach 10/10!
    Kamesha L.

    This was my second time having food from here but the first was takeout. The food is even better in person. The service was quick, Chase was amazing and so pleasant (ask for him)! We had an amazing time the ambiance was fitting lighting and mood was everything. Had an amazing time food was great three ppl bill $150 we will be back

    Incredible banana bread with passion fruit butter

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    Gets really packed but great service, food and vibe. Had the Bronte burger and it was surprisingly very good! Can't wait to go again.

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    Ruby's is my favorite restaurant! Delicious for dinner and brunch. So happy they're in Williamsburg now!

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    Such a great place! Food was incredible, beautifully designed, Ezra made a fantastic margarita! Will definitely be back!

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    Incredible atmosphere, and great service. Breakfast burrito was the best I've had! So glad to have this spot in Williamsburg

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    Loved the vibes, the atmosphere and friendly staff. The cocktails were fun and food was so delicious (short rib pasta was my fav!)

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    Ix Restaurant - Shrimp Sliders

    Ix Restaurant

    4.5(253 reviews)
    4.0 miProspect Lefferts Gardens
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    Came with a group as a walk-in during the World Cup games, it only took five minutes to be seated…read more Very lovely interior and great decor! The food was good according to all guests, including the ones who recommended we eat here as it is one of their go-to place

    TL;DR version- Some high highs and some very low lows. Hot Figs was a fun app. By a mile, the soups…read morewere the favorites, so I would recommend the Pepián or Caldo Tlalpeño Rojo. Nice happy hour and a large chocolate drink selection I was at this unique Guatemalan (ish) restaurant a while back with one of my groups. I said "ish" because the menu has dishes from all over, ranging from sandwiches to BBQ ribs to Guatemalan and Mexican soups. It's out there, and even though not everything works that well, it's fun, and if you can't find something you want to order here, you probably shouldn't go out to restaurants. There was also live jazz music that night, which was loud but nice to listen to. Since it was happy hour, a bunch of us got drinks. I went with a maracuya margarita, which was decent; someone else had a jalapeño margarita, someone had a beer, and someone had a mojito. There were a few nice hot sauces on the table, with the red one reminding me of salsa macha as it had a smoky kick and a spicier green sauce reminiscent of ají verde. They gave us some complimentary blue corn chips and a very mild black bean dip, which was tasty enough and hard to complain about, as it was free. From the appetizers, we got the Hot Figs for $15.95, consisting of honey goat cheese, corn tortilla chips, and plum + pumpkin seeds. This was a unique and fun blend and reminded me more of something you would find in a wine bar. The mix of sweet and salty, with a bit of crunch from the seeds, was nice. This was good, and I would recommend it for a table rather than for a solo diner. There was also The Zingy Salad for $21.95, featuring zucchini spirals, yuzu, tomato, onion, cilantro, pumpkin seeds, and a jalapeño infusion. $18.95. The salad was fine with a bit of crunch and a mild spiciness. It was fine, though a bit wet, for lack of a better word. The best dishes of the night were the soups, which each had its own distinct flavor profile. My sight presence went to the Pepián for $21.95, consisting of chicken, pumpkin/sesame seeds, green tomatillo, cinnamon, cumin, black pepper, carrots, chili coban/pasta/guaque, and potato + rice. There was plenty of tender chicken inside, with the soup having a nice roasted flavor with some spice and a bit of sourness. The potatoes and rice on the bottom added more sustenance to this dish. Almost equally delicious was the Caldo Tlalpeño Rojo for a dollar more with shredded chicken, tomato, black pepper, garlic, onions, peas, chickpeas, corn, achiote, chipotle, Monterey jack cheese, and crunchy blue corn tortilla chips. By comparison, this was a bit heartier, with the melted cheese and shredded tortilla chips inside, similar to soups found in Mexican cuisine. While I also liked the mix of veggies a bit more in this one, as it added a bit more texture, I still slightly preferred the flavor of the other soup, as I usually prefer a bit more spice. The rest of the food was fine. The TPC sandwich for $19.95 with chicken, peanut butter, coconut cream, ginger, cilantro, pickled carrots, and lime was fine. For the number of ingredients, I found it a bit sweet, likely from the cream and the peanut butter mix. The bread was nice, but it also fell apart. It came with a nice side salad with a good vinaigrette. The most expensive at $24.95 were the Slow Cooked BBQ Ribs, consisting of baby back ribs with rice and beans. The ribs were almost a bit too tender as they lacked any bite, which was nice, but the sauce was a bit too generic tasting, reminding me of Sweet Baby Ray's or something similar. The rice and beans were standard. This was also OK. Next came some dessert. There was first the $12.95 Rosemary Churros served with dulce de leche & chocolate dips. While I'm not sure if it worked, the rosemary did add a unique smell and a bit of flavor, and at least it wasn't generic. The churros themselves were hot, and the sauces were standard, with my preference being the dulce de leche. I also ordered a Champurrado for $7.95, which was fine. It wasn't as thick as I expected, though perhaps the style is a bit different than the champurrados I rarely buy from Mexican street carts. The chocolate flavor was very nice, though, and I like that it wasn't too sweet. Another person got a $4 Alfajor, which I got a bite of, which was standard. This place is a bit hard to rate. The two soups were wonderful, I liked the appetizers, and I found a couple of the other dishes just OK. Overall, it was a good meal, but I'm not craving to go back. This would be the perfect 3.5, but I'll round up as that doesn't exist.

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    Rosemary Churros. $12.95. Decent

    Cafe Madeline - Madeline Omelette

    Cafe Madeline

    4.1(703 reviews)
    5.3 miFlatbush
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    The place has character for sure! Seating inside or out. I arrived early - around 8 - so it was…read morebusy but mostly to-go orders. I'm sure with a later time, it would be busier. I ordered an avocado bagel on seven grain. It was all delicious. There was lettuce and cucumber that was not listed on the menu, but that's ok. The whole thing had a lemony flavor that normally I don't like, but it went well with the other flavors. The egg was over medium, which they didn't ask me how I wanted, but I'm sure they'd change it if you asked. They were very responsive, polite, and quick.

    Cafe Madeline is a fun brunch spot with a cozy atmosphere but it defs can get super busy. If you…read morecan, come early to beat the brunch rush. The setup is a little different from a full-service restaurant. You order at the counter, let the staff know if you're dining in or getting your order to go. If dining in, then find a table and wait for your name to be called. If you're seated farther away, they'll usually bring your food to you. For drinks, it's best to stay near the baristas towards the front of the store since those are typically called out separately. I ordered the Madeline omelette without the jalapeños. It was good overall but it could have used a little more salt. I also tried the matcha latte (which tasted a bit too milky) and I had to add extra sweetener, so I'd probably try a different drink next time. The pastries, especially the apple strudel and Boston cream donut, were both really good. Highly recommend the apple strudel.

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    Cafe Madeline - Healthiest Tea ($5.95)

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    Healthiest Tea ($5.95)

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