Friendly & casual vibe with a counter set-up where you enter, grab a menu or look at well-lit screens above the action. You walk along counter admiring the selections of sides, deserts. You order at the end, and find a seat. Your name is called and you pick up at the side counter. The dining area has plenty of seating, a private room looks available to reserve? Dining area & restrooms are bright, clean and inviting. My brother ordered fried fish with a chicken wing,, cabbage and sweet potatoes. He loved the fish & chicken- well seasoned without feeling your blood pressure rise as you indulged- LOL. The sides were good. I did the smothered porkchops - WOW, best that I have had - really enjoyed the main entrée and my sides (greens, black-eye peas). Both meals came with cornbread (another option was a biscuit). I have to say the food, the Staff and the establishment has been my best taste of southern cooking in the DMV area. I ordered chicken wings (6) to go for wife & I to enjoy later. Definitely worth a visit, we will be back - The smothered chops are calling me already. Lunch for two with a take home order of wings & 2 deserts plus tip was around $100. read more

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Been to the old location. Been to the new location. I don't get the hype. The food is basic at best. The fish (catfish and croaker) always tastes like it's been fried in grease that needs changing. There's no flavor profile in the food which is weird for a soul-food restaurant. The mixed veggies were absolutely disgusting-- gave them back. I paid $65 for fried catfish with two sides, fried croaker with two sides, a cookie and two drinks---and sadly, the only thing that was sort of worth it was the cornbread, but it tastes like it has coconut in it. I hate coconut. The item that was the most flavorful for me was the black eyed peas/hoppin John (minus the big pieces of fatty meat in them). read more

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As always such a delicious meal. It's been a minute since I've visited, and so glad I did. I'll start with the yellow cake w/ chocolate icing - delicious! I usually get the banana pudding but they were out. So for my first time trying, its very good. I ordered the catfish dinner with trinity greens and scalloped potatoes and potato salad. The batter is very seasoned and tasty. I love it. Listen my whole meal was delicious and tasty! My favorite is the honey butter biscuit, I got an extra. That biscuit is so soft, buttery, and delicious. Let me give kudos to the students upfront. They were polite, friendly, and professional. I highly recommend. If you haven't tried I definitely recommend, if you are looking for great Soul Food. read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Potato salad - lots of onions but still delicious - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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Oooohhh Mmyyyyyyy F'ing God!!!!!!!!!! If I could give this place 10 stars I would! The food was so good I had to stop in my tracks and wrote this review! Idk where I been and why I haven't been here sooner! They got Carolina kitchen beat and that was my go to for good, quick southern cuisine. I loved their easy order system online if you didn't want to wait inside the establishment for your order you can choose that option. They even have a separate "pick up" section that you go to simply pick up your online order. The customer service was 1 of 1! Mac and cheese, Amazing!!!! Fried cabbage delicious!!! Smothered pork chop nice and tender and the chicken wings are flavorful and falling off the bone!!! I can't wait to come back to this establishment!! read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

Wanted to try this establishment for some years and finally took the opportunity. Arrived on a Saturday afternoon, between 3:00-4:00pm. I'm going to rate each item based on my experience.. Deep Fried Wings [8/10] - The best protein during my experience. Seasoned well enough. Fried Catfish [4/10] - tastes like it was cooked in old oil, barely can taste the fish. Shrimp and Grits - [0/10] A pool of grease, can't taste anything other than grease. Made my stomach upset after a few bites. Collared Greens [7/10] - Solid Green Beans - [8/10] - Pretty Good Macaroni and Cheese - 6/10 Edible but taste was generic, boxed but better than Kraft. Mashed Potatoes - [4/10] Very generic taste, like boxed/powdered mix Mango Lemonade [0/10] - Water with sugar, Absolutely nothing about it was lemonade or mango Cornbread [3/10] - Generic taste, dry. To be considered "Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread" is definitely an overstatement. Biscuits [8/10]- Soft and moist, pretty good Service was decent. Ambience was similar to a Carolina Kitchen, Don't expect a down home southern experience. read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Shrimp and Grits aka The Fountain of Grease - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

I enjoyed the food. No complaints. It's not food that I would have on a regular, but I would recommend. The staff was friendly and the store was clean. read more

I tried the fried shrimp with an aioli protein only. I got a side of Mac and cheese, potato salad. I also tried the banana pudding. It's really good! I bought sides because their portions are not generous. It's worth the extra money to buy the side order. Service is slow. You have to be assertive! The restaurant was clean. I will continue patronizing them. read more

I decided to stop by Ruby's after getting my hair braided since it was midday and they just opened. There were some hits but the misses were too big. Let me start with the hits: - Ambiance: it is a decent size fast casual style restaurant where you can either sit in eat or takeout. It's like the old school dining style soul food spots down south. - Staff: Everyone was pleasant and helpful. No complaints and good vibes. - Sweet Tea: This is a staple in southern cuisine and they didn't disappoint. It was good though I will mention they sell it by the bottle for $4 (not fountain drink style.) - Catfish: This was the star of my plate and it was delicious! It was made ready to order so no soggy fried food that's been sitting all day. The fish was meaty, fresh and fried good. Love it! Now the misses... the rest of my meal. Every side I had with my meal was disappointing. - Mac and cheese was underseasoned and not really creamy. - Sweet potatoes were mushy and not sweet. I ended up throwing them away all together. - Cornbread was more like cake than cornmeal, which isn't my personal preference. It was a nice size loaf and sweeter than the sweet potatoes. It's hard to justify giving a place more than 3 stars when the majority of my plate wasn't delicious. And for $30 dollars I was not expecting that at all. I am happy I could try it and support the business. But I won't be back. read more

I wasn't even planning on visiting Ruby's Southern Kitchen... my daughter was getting her hair done nearby & I promised her a lil daddy/daughter moment & asked if she wanted to give them a try. I had heard of Ruby's before, but I'm never in the area, and this seemed to be as good a time as any. Maaaannn. I'm glad I did. Ruby's is like a dining hall style establishment with a pre-prepared assortment of dishes in chafing dishes that you can choose from. They had a bunch of soul food classics, but I was interested in the breakfast. I got substituted catfish in their shrimp & grits dish and got some scrambled eggs, and it was a hit. I wouldn't change a thing, it was a 10/10. My lil lady got chicken & waffles and loved hers as well. I tasted a piece of her chicken and it was seasoned really well too. We dined in and to be honest, our order took long, but it was so good, it didn't even matter. Ruby's made a believer out of me, and I promise we'll be back. read more

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Honestly, I was floored by this place. The customer service is great and friendly. The restaurant is clean and nicely put together. It doesn't have any weird smells and plenty of seating inside and out. The food - chef kiss !! I got the wing meal with Mac and cheese + trinity !! The only two sides that are a must !! The wings were huge and still crunchy when I took my meal to-go !! I would definitely recommend and come back whenever I'm in town !! read more

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Pulled up about an hour before closing on Sunday. Service was on point, the cashier had great energy, solid recommendations, and a welcoming vibe. Ambiance is solid, you order at the counter, take it to go or grab a seat--plenty of space to sit down and eat. Food prices lean high. My girl got the short ribs, $40. My plate was around $21. For the portion, I could've gotten more at a spot like Ella Ray's for a few dollars less. Wings were seasoned, fresh and hot, no complaints there. Cabbage? Out of this world, best item hands down. Yams were okay, I prefer them a little softer and sweeter, but not bad. Skillet cornbread was disappointing, no real flavor profile--not sweet, not hearty, just hot and basic. Bottom line, I will be back to try more. read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - 5 wing dinner. Fried wings, yams, cabbage and skillet cornbread. - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant, it's phenomenal! The most wonderful staff, DELICIOUS food and lovely ambiance make this place a 12/10. Food tastes like it was made with love. The black eyed peas were my favorite! The staff are so sweet and welcoming. Will be back! read more

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Stopped in this spot for a quick meal after I got my hair done. I really appreciate that the sides were made ahead of time, but most of the main dishes were made to order. The wait was not long, but my food was served to me hot and ready. I think they needed just a touch of salt and a little bit more creole seasoning but once I added some salt and pepper and the little seasoning when I got home, the dish was perfect. You can order in or take your food to go inside is very comfortable. They also have outside seating for beautiful fall days read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Bayou Shrimp Pasta - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

Hey friends! I was super excited to visit Ruby's new location as I was a hugeeee fan of their first location. Unfortunately, this visit was subpar and disappointing. I ordered the Fried Shrimp platter($18). The entree comes with a choice of two sides and either a honey butter biscuit or cornbread. I chose Mac and mashed potatoes as my sides. The fried shrimp was seasoned well but overcooked. The Mac and cheese was good, the cheese blend was enjoyable. The mashed potatoes, as you can tell from the photo, were not delightful. Some added butter and seasoning would make them more delightful. The honey butter biscuit was satisfying! Perfectly soft and buttery. Customer service was poor. I was not greeted when I picked up my to-go order. The cashier just handed me my bag without a "have a good day" or anything of the such. Yikes. The interior is large and inviting. I loved the cultured art on the walls. Plenty of tables for dine-in. The restrooms were awful, there was a large amount of toilet paper on the floors. Parking is ample and free. It's sad to see some of my favorites restaurants decline post-Covid. Next time I'll order from the food bar instead of an online order. Hope you enjoy! With love, The Picky Pescatarian read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Fried Shrimp - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

0 stars!!! This is my second time trying to patronize this establish..and once again..TERRIBLE! I visited this establishment on a Friday at 3:00 there was just 2 customers in store waiting for their food while 6 employees just walked around talking to each other. It took them 5 mins just to acknowledge while i stood there. I just ended up leaving. Hopefully this place won't be here for long..customer service and food is trash!! read more

Northern Virginia doesn't offer many true comfort food spots, so when I saw the signs for Ruby's Southern Comfortable Food, I had to pull over and give it a try! The interior is clean, bright, and beautifully designed--featuring vibrant murals, eye-catching artwork, and lush greenery that makes the space feel inviting and warm. I was warmly greeted by the staff who took my order: Ralph's deep-fried chicken wings with two sides: Robert's mac & cheese, Holy Trinity greens, and a side of cornbread. The wings were seasoned to perfection--crispy, flavorful, and juicy. The mac & cheese was the standout for me: baked golden brown, creamy, and bubbling hot. I loved it so much I ordered another to take home! While I typically prefer my greens made with turkey (no pork for me) and a more savory profile, they were still a nice complement to the plate. I'm already planning my next visit--next time I'll be trying another main with either green beans or cabbage... and I might just leave room for dessert! read more

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I went to Rubys after church today because I was craving chicken & waffles. The first time I had Ruby's years ago at the old location the Chix and Waffles was divine! It was so so good. I was expecting that same experience this time at the new location. The Chix and Waffles was very underwhelming. The food was hot but lacked flavor. The waffle was kind of hard and The chicken was almost dry. I never had a dry chicken thigh before. I was so disappointed. I am not sure what has changed in the kitchen but please bring the old recipe back. What happened to the sweet potato waffle, sigh?! Besides my food, the staff was very accommodating and polite. The restaurant was packed so I grabbed a seat at the high top by the window. Food took about 15-20 mins to prepare. read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Ruby's Portrait - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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Food was so flavorful! I will definitely return to try other items. I dined in during weekend brunch. The biscuit was so soft that it melted in my mouth. That honey butter of the biscuit is delicious. The fried catfish was perfectly seasoned. The mac n cheese was very cheesy, just how I like it. The yams were very good with a well balanced amount of sweetness. The sweet potato pound cake was really good, icing is sweet. The cornbread was regular, not served warm like the biscuit. This black owned business has some delicious food. Portions were large! The inside is spacious. They have booths and tables. I didn't really experience service except when I went to the counter to place my order. Restaurant looks very clean. Large parking lot read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Sweet potato pound cake - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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I went to Ruby's for lunch on Saturday with my brother and daughter. We live in North Carolina and my daughter in Maryland. The food was exceptional. I had chicken wings, collards, yams and cornbread. Everything was seasoned well and delicious. I was thoroughly satisfied. The food was so good we ate there again on Sunday. I ordered the same lunch in addition to potato salad. Most restaurants have commercial tasting potato salad but Ruby's tastes homemade. I was thoroughly satisfied with my favorite meal. Ruby's also has Texas Pete and some of the best moist cornbread. You will not be disappointed. I highly recommend Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen. The service was fast and friendly. There was plenty of seating and a quiet and pleasant atmosphere. read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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A really nice place to come and get some express breakfast. You can take it to go or grab a seat and enjoy. The restaurant is spacious and they have booths and table seating. The artwork is absolutely beautiful and the music is a vibe. Now to the food...... the bacon was nice a crispy, the eggs were fluffy and seasoned and the chicken was delicious. They have fountain drinks and good iced teas and lemonades. Conveniently located minutes from Bowie Town Center. Stop by and enjoy! read more

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I selected Ruby's for an early dinner/late lunch and tried something new. The food was served hot and not lukewarm. The servers were friendly and knowledgable about the menu items including dessert. Let's talk about the ambiance, very comforting to support the soul food theme. The music and lighting were just right. Looking forward to returning soon. Keep up the good work. read more

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The ambiance was cool! The food could have been better the Mac and cheese was uncooked , the candy yams came from a can! The wings were horrible. I asked the manager replace the mac and cheese, I was told to purchase. Another piece!! Hence why. The customer service was poor!! read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Candy yams! Uncooked Mac and Cheese!! - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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Ruby's is a treat. Walking in there feels like a Sunday afternoon every time lol. My first visit at the end of August, my family and I got a bunch of stuff to go. I got the blackened catfish, greens, and mashed potatoes. My aunt got the half roasted chicken, mashed potatoes and cabbage. The catfish was really good, as were the sides! I'm gonna make sure to get extra of the Cajun cream sauce next time I order it. I visited again over the weekend. I ordered the turkey wings (highly recommended by two of the employees lol), mashed potatoes, and black eyed peas. Before ordering, one of the employees nodded to watch I believed to be the turkey wings. They looked smothered in gravy, succulent, and fall off the bone. I was excited. But sadly I did not receive that. My turkey wings were so tough. I couldn't get through the skin and had to force the meat out. Ima have to chat with those employees the next time I see them lol. Overall I enjoy Ruby's. They make you feel welcome when you walk through their doors. Love the simple decor. And they have patio seating for nice days. A must have is their sweet potato pie!! One day I will stop ordering it so I can try one of their other tempting desserts! read more

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Really enjoyed eating here. The service was super friendly and quick, the place was clean and comfy, and the food was so good. Everything tasted fresh and full of flavor. Definitely coming back again! read more

Oh my goodness!! The first thing is the greeting as you enter, then a look at some of the food which you can order for a quick carry out. Then between the screen display and handy menu, you have some tough decisions to make! We've been twice now so we've had their perfectly fried whiting, the delectable baked chicken, scrumptious hopping John, smooth and tasty collard, and for me, "bring tears to my eyes" creamy-cheesy macaroni & cheese. We also loved their flaky hot biscuits and homemade strawberry lemonade. We were so glad to meet the owner to tell him face -to-face how we enjoyed the food, the beautiful seating area, the selections and the service. We also told him that we would be back again and again and bring friends next time! They've earned every star from us. Go in, take out, or sit in and watch the faces of everyone licking their lips and closing their eyes!! read more

No notes, no advice, no problems I saw. Got the Catfish with gravy over rice and the Mac and Cheese. For dessert got the cinnamon toast cheesecake. No lie, best freshly fried catfish I have had in a long while. Mac and cheese was excellent and the gravy over rice was also nice. The cheesecake was the perfect ending note to the symphony played by the main meal. Will definitely take the 40 minute drive back to this place to buy food again. Felt like I was back home in Georgia with that meal and will need a second helping. read more

Waited 45 minutes for the food. The waffle was soft but not much flavor. the butter that came with it was hard and couldn't spread it on the waffle. (2/5). The chicken was juicy and didn't have any taste, lacked basic seasonings, it wasn't crunchy either, (2/5). Price for 2 orders of chicken & waffles and 2 lemonades : $45. Not worth the price for a to-go order. read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Chicken & Classic Waffle - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

I heard great things so I had to try it myself. It did not disappoint. I tried the salmon, mashed potatoes, and collards. Everything was seasoned well and the portion size was perfect. I also sampled the lemon pound cake. It was my favorite part of the meal because it was so moist and flavorful. read more

The food was so-so. It was much better when they were at their smaller location. The cornbread doesn't taste the same, the fish isn't cooked to order anymore, and the seasoning has taken a nose dive. read more

Thank you for accepting my review. Today, Sunday, I went to your Bowie location @ about 2pm to get dinner. I asked the chef for turkey wings with no gravy. He said he would take care of me and went to the back. The chef was extremely polite and helpful. I ordered turkey wings augratin potatoes and cabbage. I got home and my order was full of gravy, potatoes and cabbage was cold. Remember this is Sunday @ 2 so everything should be hot or at least warm. I am home and don't want to go back out. Even my cornbread was cold. I live very close to this establishment and I supported and recommended your restaurant since you opened. Quality of food has decreased and so has service. There was a young lady ringing up customers and when it was my turned she went to the other end and interacted with her fellow employees, no problem because I was sure she would return. I had to wave for someone to help me. I am very unhappy and no hot meal for a Sunday afternoon. Why open if you are not going to take care of the customers. I am not urged to recommend you to family and friends. I have family member that would come from Glen Burnie to get meals and they feel the same, the food is not what it was when you started. If you want to stay open please fix the problem. This is not ok. Josephine Brown read more

Today my coworkers and I decide to order lunch from Rubys. Looking online at the price it said one thing but when they gave us the total it was different. We paid $25 a plate and the portion size was small. 2 catfish dinner and 2 whiting dinner. Online it said $18 a plate when got there the lady at the register said online it fine print that says subject to change. Was very disappointed the food was not that great whiting fish was dry. Not very tasty for the catfish. Food: 1/5 | Service: 2/5 | Atmos read more

Ruby's has come a long way. I love Rubt's new location, food, service, and the quaint little ambience for a lunchtime date with girlfriends. If had to complain about one thing, it would be the prices, a lil steep of almost $30 for a meat, two sides, and a biscuit. read more

My last visit to Ruby's was disappointing at best. Sinha really the same food in the new building? Oh and no Mac and Cheese..."all out"...how does that happen. I guess the rent for the new place has limited the ingredients. And for the price I'll stay away...for now. BTW this isn't a knock on the service or the people. They are still good the food just isn't as good as it used to be. read more

Is cafeteria style restaurant, but the place is immaculate. The food is excellent!! Roasted half chicken tastes like real chicken, not like grocery store overcooked chicks. Seasoning is perfect and goes all the way through the meat. Breast is moist, not dry and plentiful. Mac and cheese is perfect. Has just the right consistency with gently firm elbow noodles, rich creamy cheese sauce with real cheddar cheese. But the candied yams are the star: perfectly cooked so the yams are slightly firm with a delicious sweet thick herb and spice sauce. The whole meal was excellent. Great place to enjoy real food. read more

This was my first time eating at Rubys. My expectations were not high when I walked in and saw the food laid out behind the glass. I ordered the Bayou pasta, 2 fried ribs with greens and mash potatoes and gravy. I also order cornbread and the honey biscuit. When I tell you don't judge a book by its cover. The pasta was so delicious, the pork chops were tender and flavorful but I think I would have enjoyed them more dining in because by the time I got home the fried breading was soft. The biscuits was so soft and good, I didn't really like the cornbread. The greens were good but tasted a little salty. The mash was good but the gravy didn't really have a taste. I will definitely be back. I need to try the chicken and turkey wings. I was greeted as soon as I walked in, everyone was nice. The place was clean and spacious. read more

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I went here on a Saturday afternoon with the mister. The service was great. We were greeted upon arrival, and it was explained that it was pay-to-order and self-selected seating. The ambiance was nice, with music playing at a comfortable volume. We ordered the Bayou Shrimp pasta, chicken and waffles, banana pudding, strawberry lemonade, and half-and-half tea. They were out of the signature soul rolls I've heard about. It took a while for our food to come out, but it was piping hot and fresh. The chicken has a nice crisp and flavor. The pasta was good but needed more shrimp and less butter. The strawberry lemonade was good! It was like strawberry Kool-aid, and lemonade had a sophisticated baby. We enjoyed our meal from the comfort of a booth. Although there was a party happening in their catering space and lots of foot traffic, we never felt overwhelmed. The restaurant did get a little toasty, but I recommend it and will be going back again. read more

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I'm from New Orleans and all I wanted was some Filet Catfish......my Fish was Fried To PERFECTION Service was Great.... and any questions that I had about the restaurant,food ,and Staff,they were delighted to answer and engage in my conversation..... That was my first time visiting Ruby's and Yes,I'll be going back with others..... MsVette read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

This was my first visit to Ruby's since they moved to their new location. It's much larger than their previous space, the inside is nice, and there's even a few tables for outdoor seating. When I walked in, there were quite a few folks sitting at tables waiting for their orders, so I wasn't sure how long it would take. I was hoping it wouldn't take too long because I was starving. After ordering some salmon with macaroni and cheese and greens, I took a seat. I asked to have my corn bread while I waited because I was so hungry. Thankfully, it only took about 15 minutes. I enjoyed my meal. The cornbread was moist and had a slight cake consistency but it wasn't overly sweet like some "cake cornbread" I've had. The salmon was a decent size, and it was covered in a creole sauce. The sauce wasn't too heavy, but just enough to give the salmon some additional flavor. The macaroni and cheese and greens were solid. I'd definitely order this entire meal again. read more

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This new location has ample room and ample parking! Kindly greeted by a staff member upon entering as I was a little confused as to where to order. He answered a few of my questions about the menu and guided me to the register to order. I noticed that the atmosphere was inviting and the walls were well decorated in Black Art. It was a little nippy that day but they do have outdoor seating for warmer days. They also have a small conference room and a separate window for call in, door-dash, grub hub, Uber eats etc. orders which was brilliant so that those orders will not create a back log at the main register. I ordered the three piece chicken meal that was oh so flavorful. The Mac and cheese and potato salad. The greens looked good but have pork in it and I gave that up years ago : ). The entire meal was delicious and filling...I had left overs for 2 days. I would recommend that you pull the menu up and phone in your order if you're in a rush as there is usually about 10-15 minute wait time. Can't wait to return!!! All staff members were extremely nice and customer oriented! read more

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Location was clean, the decor was cute & outdoorsy and customer service was great. I got in line, placed my order and it was ready in about 10-15 mins. The food was phenomenal. I also ordered their house made sweet tea and it was so good! Everyone recommended each flavor so it was hard to pick. Happy with my experience here! read more

Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen - Southern Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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