Food is mediocre at best. I called in an order for pickup, waited a half hour because it was a busy Saturday. Got there to pick up my food and was told to wait at the bar, (odd, but whatever). Waited ANOTHER 30-45 mintues before they came out with the food. Guess someone forgot to put in our order. The food was not even hot, it was a mushy steamed mess. Needless to say, I will never come back here again. read more

The reason I'm giving this place two stars is because I was excited to finally eat at this franchise restaurant, I came in last night, the selection was limited and no drink special or food specials. So we left. read more

I was staying at a nearby hotel because we were going to see OPRAH! (WOOO HOOO!) and there were NOOOO restaurants. I mean, we drove around endlessly and we finally lucked into finding this place. I am not a fan of chain restaurants as a general rule but there were some really standout things about this particular Ruby Tuesdays. First of all, I wish I could remember the waiters name because his service to us was like dining in a 5 star restaurant. Seriously, he was poised and did everything in a timely fashion, he spoke well. Really really impressed! Second, there was a PEPPER GRINDER on the table!! I complain endlessly to my boyfriend about how no restaurant should ever have already ground pepper on the table because it is tasteless. I keep meaning to put a grinder in my car but then I forget. I couldn't believe this place had a grinder and I was able to put fresh ground pepper on everything! Prices were fair. Food was good. It was the usual chain restaurant food. Anyway, whoever is training the staff is doing an excellent job and I apologize for not remembering the servers name! Bottomline: if I ever get stuck in Elizabeth, NJ again, I will eat here. Note to investors: Open some decent restaurants in Elizabeth! There is just nothing there! read more

What you would expect from a slightly above average chain restaurant, which is: friendly restaurant/sports bar atmosphere with drink specials from 4-7 - and don't forget your typical recreation of the American classics (chicken tenders, ribs in three different styles, and burger). I had the grilled salmon with the grilled asparagus. The grilled salmon was 17 dollars. It was well cooked. It had a buttery crisp on Both sides. Overall a great taste with great texture. The asparagus, on the other hand, was likewise lathered in butter and a little more salt than it needed. I was going the healthy route but when I tasted the ingredients I knew I was definitely cheating with healthy food. read more

I decided on giving the same location another try since I was contacted by guest services. Service was so much better this time around. The food was very good and fresh. My family and I enjoyed our dinner. The reason I didn't give it a 5 star was because our server didn't come back after the food was served to ask for refills but other than that it was a way better experience. Thank you to guest services for contacting me. read more

Not the best but not the worst staff is more concerned about their social life's than serving the customers

Bad food...bad service. Waiter was bad. Newark location is horrible. I shouldn't have been so lazy and ventured out of the hotel area to get some decent food. Ordered ribs and two sides. The ribs at IKEA taste much better than those at Ruby Tuesday and for half the price! read more

Bar is never cleaned unless asked. Mediocre service. Substandard food prep. Today my chicken has a huge piece of chewy fat in it. The time before my piece of salmon was ridiculously small. The kitchen has noises coming out of it sounding like a college dorm. Definite overall lack of professionalism. read more

I'm in the area on business for several weeks, so I'll be here a lot. My first two visits were decent. However, the third time was NOT the charm. I'm sitting at the bar, there are TWO bartenders and they aren't incredibly busy, yet the service was horrible. I wasn't even acknowledged for several minutes. When I ordered my beer I affirmed that I wanted a menu. I decided what I wanted and closed the menu and set it in front of me. It took close to TEN minutes before one of the bartenders asked if I wanted to order anything! Luckily the food was good and the beer was cold. read more

I really thought they would have gotten it together by now! This was my 3rd and last time!!!!!!..... Service is terrible & the food was even worse, & to add insult to injury they are overpriced. So if you are looking for a place that has bad food with servers who don't give a dam & you want to get robbed, you come to the right place. read more

We went on a busy Sunday night, we were seated very fast in a table for 5 by the waiter Dennisse ( she is the best, ask for her) the drinks came fast and refill too, the food was actually from the pictures in the menu, that was the best thing. I order Half baby back ribs with rice pilaf and sweet potato fries. My drink was peach ice tea, which was great. Definitely coming back for dinner. read more

Got stuck in New Jersey due to flight cancellation. Stayed at a nearby hotel and walked over to Ruby Tuesdays with a co-worker. Bar was open until midnight, and kitchen closed at 11. I believe they have a reverse happy hour on appetizers. They were all half price until close. Bar tenders were very nice. read more

Good stuff: The food was tasty, and didn't take too long to prepare. Bad stuff: Despite having numerous tables open, the hostess was very indecisive on where to seat me for dinner. At the table next to me was a bus tray with dirty dishes that sat untouched for about 15 minutes. Also, the service was slower than expected. I wish my experience was better. I usually have decent experiences with this chain. read more

Ate here about 4 times over a 3 day layover. Had 3 dinners and one lunch. I always had the salad bar with my meal which I am always leary of because I do not like buffets of any kind. However the salad bar was kept clean and tidy. I two occasions I actually saw an employee using tongs to make sure everything was in place. The menu selection for dinner is a little lacking and the drinks are expensive but really can't make that an issue. The food was well prepared, fast and the staff at the bar was very friendly for each visit. Since this is the only restaurant in the hotel complex I will refrain from recommending it one way or another, but I will say if you are at one of the nearby hotels it's an good place to grab some grub. read more

I hate writing reviews but I felt obligated. Waited Amos 20 minutes ad never got service. I informed two individuals that I was waiting and was informed thereby were going to check on what's going on. They don't even deserve a star. read more

I went to this RT for my birthday because I like the chain. What GREAT service! The waiter was super polite, professional, and friendly. He was almost stealthy in how he took away our dirty plates without me noticing because I was talking. Very efficient. Well-stocked salad bar. Delicious food. A++ service. read more

It's my first time being in a ruby Tuesday's, and being from upstate NY, we don't have any of these in my area so I came here for dinner with my friend, and I hate to say it I was not impressed at all. The food was ok at least minus the sides offerings, which in both our opinions tasted very old and dry, or over cooked. My steak was perfect, but my friends choices were limited on the menu with his Crohn's, almost everything in the menu has garlic or onions or both. And the only items that didn't have any, where the chicken fingers for appetizers, and sides for dinner, and dessert menu. I'm not going to lie, but the service has been very very slow, even to get basic refills on drinks and even to order said dessert, been here 1.5 hours now and still haven't been able to even order a dessert as our server has vanished. Again not impressed with my first experience here. read more

Filthiest RT ever!! Can't believe it's near several hotels and so terrible. We were forced to leave before even getting our food. Glasses, floors, kitchen, and restrooms were horrible. read more

Poor service. Had one waitress working tables, kept forgetting about us, didn't bring items requested, didn't clear used appetizer plate, or refill our drinks.... But she and the hostess walked by us many times. Lettuce in salad bar was wilted and brown, so I didn't get that. Got a Burger, overall....Food was mediocre. read more

Was staying at the courtyard for work, called ahead to pick it up for lunch, was surprisingly very delicious! Got the Bella chicken with grilled zucchini and spaghetti squash. Was very delicious, will definitely order again when I'm back read more

I go to this RT often. They changed the happy hour food menu prices Before it was 50% off now just a paltry dollar off. The worst thing is the music is soooooo loud there is no way to have a conversation without yelling. read more

Dirty dirty dirty. The menu and table were absolutely filthy. My wife and I ended up leaving within minutes of being seated. After reading some other reviews I can clearly see this is an ongoing issue with this location. To the manager: I will not be contacting guest services, I will contribute to the negative rating your establishment has already earned and hope it will prevent others from wasting their time with this dump. Your restaurant needs to close or hire a new manager ASAP. If I contact anyone it will be the department of health and ask for them to explain to me how this place is allowed to remain open. read more

Was pleasantly surprised. Food was good, service was good also. It's Ruby Tuesday, so for what it is supposed to deliver, it did very well. Would repeat at this location. read more

Visited this Ruby Tuesday about 9pm on a Tuesday night. Bar didn't have any draft beer because it was warm. Very limited bottles and the few microbrews listed were not carried anymore. Waitress had no idea about beer and wine offerings so we were forced to get up and ask the bartender. I asked for a glass along with my bottle and after a minute of searching, she found a 20oz glass since rest were all dirty. Food was poor. Chicken wings were previously fried and reheated. Chicken breast dinner was dried and looked like a dishwasher prepared it To finish it off, we asked for separate checks when we sat down. After flagging our waitress because we got tired of sitting with out dirty plates, we asked for our checks. Ten minutes later, our checks were brought to us all messed up. Ten minutes later, they were brought back again with the comment "I hope I got these right". Ruby Tuesdays needs to take a few tips from Friday's and Applebee's. I will not eat here again. read more

Food was ok. Server was ok but overworked. Hostess smiled once but was not ver friendly. Watched her not be of help to several other guests. My cocktail was not made correctly. Maybe you'll have better luck! Either way, leave a review so I know if it was just me, or a off night! read more

This place is horrible horrible!!! We sat there for 15mins no one greeted us no one said anything or acknowledged us. And then when we asked for the manager its they same person we heard complaining about being at work. We thought he was server himself to have said that and let customers overhear him!!! Just deplorable!!!!! read more

Service was good. Food was Not. Salad bar ok but they don't know how to make a hot vegetables to save their life

Just a horrible place. Completely got my online order wrong. I realized it after picking up the food and getting back to the hotel and called them. They basically said I was mistaken and they just wanted to argue. Very unapologetic and unprofessional. I should have read the yelp reviews before ordering but I did it out of convenience. This place must be avoided. read more

Poor service. No water refills, food cold. Waited for over 10-15 minutes after we were done eating for the waiter to show up to get a to-go container and the bill. read more

Showed up at Happy Hour and enjoyed the drink specials and a perfectly cooked steak and the signature Salad Bar. Everything was very good and service was excellent. read more

Went in to order a take out salad. Took forever to find someone to place my order. Then when I got back to my hotel, it had no avocado on it, which is the main reason I ordered it. I called to let them know, and they were very rude on the phone. read more

When a friend & I went for an early dinner the place was not crowded at all at 4pm which we liked. Her food seemed to be just fine but my order got messed up. I asked for medium well steak & baked sweet potato, the first plate the potato was fine but the steak was overcooked. When I complained, the waiter, Nehemiah took the whole plate of food although the sweet potato was perfect. The second plate the steak was just right but the second potato wasn't done, it was really hard to put my fork into it. So, this time I asked for the manager and told her nicely what happened, she was very accommodating! She had the cook do another third sweet potato which was a little better. She was very attentive throughout the rest of our meal. This was not the waiter's fault the food wasn't cooked properly. Nehemiah was very pleasant, hard working running back & forth trying to get my food order corrected, getting our drinks, meals & desserts. He was awesome. I had to delete a star in this review because I should not have had to go through this ordeal but the manager and waiter did rectify the situation. By the way, my friend and I had the apple crisp dessert with ice cream, a must have delicious desert! read more

The food is average to very good but the service is sooo slow. The only other restaurant nearby is an IHOP, so they have a captive audience.

This by far is one of the worse experiences I've had at a restaurant because of my service animal. The manager came to the front and waved his hands saying "no no that dog can't be here" I let him know she was a service animal and he still said no. Then I notified him again, she is a service animal. Then he said to prove it to him. I had forgotten my wallet at the hotel [nearby] so my husband went to get my wallet. I was standing in the front and presumed to tell me how I needed proof. I said by law when a person states they need a service animal [have a service animal] it should be enough but my husband is bringing the proof so to give us a moment. Then he presumed to say that he can't believe a customer just because they say it's a service animal and that the dog could bite someone and how he's not dealing with that. I turned my head and stayed quiet. My husband brought my card of identification for my service animal and told the server to sit us in the corner. He didn't apologize, didn't say thank you for the proof instead scoffed and left. How is a man like that a manager of am establishment ? Frowning upon those who have disabilities and not asking, but telling me to leave because I have a dog. The managers name is " Manny " and should really learn better customer service, especially to those who have disabilities. read more

I have visited the restaurant three times in the last week that I have stayed at a nearby hotel and ended every evening with terrible service. Bartenders seem to not want to be there and service is as slow as it can get. Wouldn't recommend this place to any one. It's worth the extra 5 min walk across the street to go to Applebee's. read more

cheese dip was bland and the chips were greasy and stale. the coke was good. the staff was friendly. bartender she was a little pushy, but I like that...sometimes ha read more

I went here for lunch with my girlfriend before we went shopping in Jersey Gardens. We waited for about a half hour for our food and once it got out it was cold. The Manager Frank rectified the problem right away and took very good care of us. Now I know why they place him in Management. The guy knows how to keep a customer happy. I will always go back to this Ruby Tuesdays only just because of him. Thanks for everything Frank! read more

Ruby Tuesdays used to be my most hated chain, but I have to admit they have improved since I last visited. This location in particular was really nice. They still have the salad bar, which in the past was the only thing about the place that I liked, but now the food is actually half decent. Still nothing amazing and not worth going out of your way for, but edible, and kind of tasty. I appreciated the occasional marking of calories on the menu (only for lower calorie items.. makes me worry how many calories are in the unmarked items). They have these biscuits now that really are, as another reviewer commented, like a cheap imitation of Red Lobster's. Still much better than I remember this chain being in the past, and certainly one of the best options in this area... not that there's much to compete against... IHOP next door, and inside the mall, a terrible Chilis, a Johnny Rockets with a perpetual line, and an overcrowded food court. read more

Used to love the triple prime burgers here but they have gotton so bad I think Micky D's might be as good. Don't go here to often but the last trip was a total failure. Wife got the crab cakes and soup. When delivered the crab cakes were a smashed flat burnt and overly salty mess. Kind of looked like hash browns that had been sitting on the grill to long. The "triple prime" burger was small overcooked and had those little crusted bits on it that you would get from cooking on a dirty grill. Won't be going back anytime soon. read more

My spouse and I had the Hickory Bourbon Salmon with a side of grilled zukes and a side of the salad bar ( I had the roasted butternut squash and salad bar). The salmon was delicious! Tender and the sauce was great! The strawberry lemonade was tart and good, while the strawberry fizz was bland. The salad bar had good offerings of fresh veggies, and our veggie sides were cooked just right. It was really nice to have the opp to get healthy low cal, balanced meal while underway. If you like fried food etc, they also offer that. Nice staff, clean environment read more