The food was so delicious!! I got the garlic chicken wrap so yummy. The service was great too. The place was cute.

This place is the original "hippie" coffee house. I think it opened here in Fullerton in 1970. The ambiance is totally chill, you kind of expect to see John Lennon sipping tea over in the corner. The food is delicious, fresh, and plentiful. I have always loved the cockyleeky soup. The coffee is naturally delicious. The service is always friendly and low key. Like do your own thing and I'll help if I can. The sweet treats are my favorites. In the old downtown, it is special! read more

Dane is the best manager I've ever met. He comes out and greets people to make sure the restaurant is offering the best service possible. The food is amazing as well and the servers are all very nice. The prices here are very reasonable for the quality of food you get! The restaurant has a lot of history that you can feel inside of the building since they have been here for decades. Come see this gem in downtown Fullerton! read more

Eclectic decor. Homey (tea pot collection along the ceiling shelf) and rutabega art on the walls. Nachos were first rate. The black bean chili a little bland. The "tried and trues" were solid but the more "adventurous" entrees seemed a bit out of their depth. Service attentive but not overwhelming. Reasonable prices. read more

The food is just ok. Staff are friendly, and the portions are big. It can take a while to get the attention of a waiter or waitress. The food tends to be healthier here than at other restaurants. read more

Good food and portions but lackluster/slow service. Had to flag the staff down at every point for ordering, drinks, and check at lunch on a Saturday and saw another table doing the same. read more

Rutabegorz - Ghost pepper quesadilla and garlic chicken salad - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

This is a local treasure and I am so thankful I got to enjoy the food and space with my lovely friend while visiting recently. I ordered the salad that had various meats and cheeses and even though my friend had warned me- when it came out in this huge bowl. It was delicious. I can't imagine someone not being able to find something on this menu they would want to try and then enjoying it completely. Service was fast - efficient & friendly. The story behind this place is part of its charm so if you don't get to go with a local - ask your server to tell you the story of the house and the growth of the restaurant and the area. read more

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Came this morning right at 10:30 and they were ready to go! Ordered a hot chocolate, artichoke dip, a chicken sandwich on a French roll and a pasta marinara for my son. Our eyes were definitely bigger than our stomachs but we had an active morning. I recommend the artichoke dip and tortilla chips. Super yummy very authentic and a very large portion. Definitely shareable. Most of their food is well proportionate which I love because you get a bang for your buck. The ambience is super cute and eclectic, with different types of art pieces that are definitely conversation pieces. I give this review four stars only because I ordered a hot chocolate and I ended up getting lightly tinted steamed milk. When I let the waitress know, she looked at me kind of confused and then I told her, it taste like steam milk. When I let her know I didnt want it after all and that she could can take it off my check she told me she already charged me for it. So without making a fuss I then asked her to put more chocolate in it and she brought it back and it taste the same. Perhaps it's just my taste buds, maybe I'm used to a different type of chocolate, regardless, I feel that I should've had the option of having it removed from my check since I didn't drink it at all. I tend not to be the person to make a big deal of things, but I am definitely the person to writeabout them. Other than that, everything was great, and I highly recommend this place. read more

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After years of living in fullerton, I finally stopped by inside and is beyond amazing. This has become our place to come eat at least 2 a month if not more. The food is delicious, tastes fresh, and is served in big portions. It's self-serve seating and the ambiance is perfect. Service is exceptional and overall it was a lovely experience. Ample parking and they also have a patio seating outside. read more

Rutabegorz - Sensational salad, cheese sandwich - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

Amazing food, ambiance is fun, service spectacular and delicious! Kept a menu so I can cross off what I eat so I can try all the yummy things I want! read more

Disappointed in the service!! The decor and vibe were cool, but we were ignored most of the night- my quinoa dish was sloppy and spilling out of the bowl, and was quite soupy. To have the containers of salsa and pico stuck in the food in the bowl was pretty horrifying. We asked for a refill of ice tea, which had no ice, and even though we were there for several hours, we got no offers of refills... When my companion paid the bill, he requested the table get cleared do we weren't looking at the duty dishes, but that never happened either! We were completely ignored, even when there place was quite empty. The food was tasty, but between the poor presentation and terrible service, I don't see a reason to return... read more

Love this place. Great go to for fresh food. The Summer strawberry salad is my go to. They always have a monthly new flavor of hummus dip on special. They are all great flavors. Sandwiches are unique Superb flavor combos. Atmosphere is good vibe. read more

Review for takeout. Our Rutabagorz in Tustin is closing so we were in the area and thought we'd try the Fullerton location. Ordered the tried and true garlic chicken salad. It was spicy for some odd reason and yet flavorless. The chicken was dry and added nothing. We usually love this salad and fight over leftovers- not this time! Then, we ordered the pumpkin cookie and was not warned it is actually a heavy scone like mound. It looked like a failed home baking experiment with some icing barely smeared on top. We declined it and decided on the cowboy cookies (not sure that was the name)- supposed to be oatmeal, cornflakes, chocolate chips, etc. Not a single chocolate chip in any of the cookies available. We took them anyway because we'd already paid and just wanted to get out of there. Not good- flavorless and odd like the whole experience. Really surprised this place has the same star rating as the Tustin and Orange locations because there was no comparison. We got no value for the $25 spent and will not return. read more

Food is always fresh and delicious. I have never had a bad meal at any of their locations. read more

Rutabegorz - Hummus and veggie sticks and carafe of Chardonnay. - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

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This is a retraction of my previous review of one star at Rutabegorz on 3/9/25. After speaking with the General Manager Dane about my experience I have decided to edit my review. I agree that our experience was a perfect storm of different issues, both service and food. Dane and I had a nice conversation about my experience and he assured me that this is the same place with the same cooks and recipes that they have always had. He apologized for what had happened and that he had a family emergency that day and wasn't at the restaurant. It appears that the Mac and Cheese has been changed to one that the customer base liked better and I just didn't know that it had changed. He agreed that the soup sounded like it had not been mixed properly or something and he would follow up on it. The food was not horrible, just not what we had expected. I've lived in Fullerton for 30 years and have been to Ruda's at least 100 times and always happy. Truth is I don't eat out much and prices have all increased, not Ruda's fault. I was not influended to change my review, this is all my choice and doing. All in all it appears it was a perfect storm the day we were there. It happens. I am too a small business owner and regret my harsh review on another small business just trying give a great meal to a small community. I guess I didn't consider it was just a bad day. Dane the GM was gracious and offered another meal, which was more than I was expecting. Thank you Dane for attending to my issues and having the conversation to clarify things. I will be back soon. Kind regards, Cindy read more

Came here for brunch with a friend as they open at 10:30am. No wait! Quaint little restaurant in DT Fullerton with two other locations. Free parking right out front or at the nearby parking structure. Eclectic menu catering to vegetarians and decent prices for the big portions. I ordered the Mexican Casserole which was loaded with veges such as zucchini, olives, tomatoes, onions, rice, and cheese. The cheese really added and brought together the flavors. Came with one wheat tortilla and salsa. They also have seasonal items menu too. Definitely a nice place to go out with friends and wanting to eat on the healthier side. read more

Rutabegorz - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

I always want to love this restaurant, but it repeatedly falls short. I hadn't been for a while so I decided to give it a try again. It was a cold evening so I thought soup was a good choice. Cocky Leeky is usually good and it was how I remember, except cold. Our server was attentive and nice, there were only a few diners, so I'm not sure if he let my soup sit before bringing it out, or it was plated that way. Also, somehow they managed to make a salad with a vinaigrette dressing taste bland. The garlic chicken salad was really lacking. The chicken was almost absent, and had not a hint of garlic. What was purported to be feta tasted like tofu. Even my glass of wine tasted off, It was overall not a good meal. I think it will be a while again before I go back. read more

While the ambiance and service here is great, I think the food really lacks flavor. I've been quite a few times and have never had an outstanding meal. They have a very wide selection, and I know vegetarian options are plenty. Definitely not a bad place but also not worth the money. read more

Used to come here all the time when i lived close by. I've tried the Orange location too, but the Fullerton location just has my heart. So i drive 30 minutes just to come to this spot! Food is always on point and filling! You get such a good portion for the price and i always have left overs. Service is always great, and the ambience is cute. read more

Rutabegorz - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

My husband and I decided to come on a Friday night and it wasn't busy at all. Upon entering you seat yourself and a waiter will come to your table to take your order. The atmosphere is very charming since it was a medical office/house before! We ordered the artichoke dip to start. It's different than most other restaurants. Theirs has a looottt of pieces of arthichoke in it, which I loved! We also got the cockie leeky soup, which tasted better than fresh. It didn't taste the same after reheating the leftovers. For entrees we got the garlic chicken sandwich and the bbq chicken sandwich. The sandwiches were good, but nothing special. Overall, though the dishes are ones we could probably make ourselves at home, we would come again since we can taste that the ingredients used is fresh and healthier than most other restaurants. Tip: They have a daily dip that is 54 cents, but the day we went it was a white bean hummus dip. It didn't intrigue me enough for me to get it, but their dips are usually pretty good! read more

This place is amazing!! Staff and the manager were so nice!! I got the strawberry sensation salad with added tuna and avocado & it was TO DIE FOR. I will for sure be back!! read more

Rutabegorz - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

Forgot the avocado AGAIN in my garlic chicken salad!!! WTH. Why do they always do this on my to-go orders??? One of the main reasons I get this salad. For the avocado! Not many ingredients in this one, but yet they forget again. ‍ read more

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Had dinner with friends earlier at Rutaz and was happy to see they survived the pandemic! I love this location over the Orange location for nostalgic reasons, but also the staff here have always been really nice and attentive. Who eats here? Anyone that misses Souplantation, lots of vegetarians and vegans, those who enjoy a homestyle, healthy, almost farm-to-table, healthy/tasty and filling meal. Our main server Gerardo checked to make sure we were ok and asked us how we liked our appetizer and food. I ordered the seasonal, strawberry sensational salad and forgot it came in a HUGE bowl. I couldn't finish all of it and tried some of my friend's garlic chicken sandwich (I prefer the salad) but I only took two bites of that. I asked for a to-go box for my salad and Gerardo offered to bring a second box for the sandwich and I kindly informed him, I'm on an Only Fans diet and the sandwich would delay my start goal by 6 months. He thought it was funny. I didn't grab dessert, but my friends ordered their brownies to-go and said they have the best brownies. I remember in the past getting a carrot cake and loving it, but again, it's not part of my Only Fans diet. read more

We came here to celebrate a birthday. They brought our birthday girl a fabulous ice cream and cookie treat, complete with candle. We had the artichoke dip as an appetizer that had tremendous flavor with thick chips that were crunchy. I had the southwestern quinoa bowl that was a little spicy but very filling. It was quiet enough to have a conversation with your own party. Light music in the background. Bathrooms available. Parking is pretty good, depending on when you go. read more

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Food was delicious! Service was amazing and great place to eat. Lots of vegetarian options!! read more

Rutabegorz - Pasta with marinara - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Service is very nice and friendly. Portion sizes are large, however the quality of the food is just really low. Came here for dinner one night, because my friend recommended this place. And it was a huge disappointment. I do have to say that the servers were all really nice and friendly. The menu is massive, and has way too many choices, looking at it gives me analysis paralysis and I had a huge hard time making a decision. Ended up ordering the soup and salad combo with a bowl of chili. The salad was basically a bowl of lettuce with some shredded carrots and that was all. The salad dressing probably came in a huge box and tasted full of chemicals. The chili was especially disappointing, it was all beans with few traces of ground meat. The ingredient was a very low quality. Honestly I really don't care how big the portion size is if the food is not even taste good. This is very much diner food that just isn't good at all. Sorry guys I just don't recommend! read more

Rutabegorz - Dala Salad - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

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While I typically come here I've never had a issue in the past with service here but today was different, our server came to our table only twice, to take our order and to give us our food, never did we get a refill nor asked us if everything was ok. Which is disappointing that tables around us got serviced just fine. I understand it's seat yourself here, but where's the service at? not sure I'll be coming back which is a bummer. This was one of my favorite spots. read more

It takes a lot "wow" me. And they did it! I used to be a trainer for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. Service is what we taught. This place delivered the "A highly personalized, unexpected extra touch" ... the "WOW". I was feeling a bit nostalgic and wanted to go visit. I moved away and haven't been back for about 10 years plus. I was delighted to see that nothing has changed about this restaurant. Very eclectic, colorful, and fun. The artwork is vivid and alive. They have a great menu, farm to table items, and healthy, good home made food. I ordered the Mediterranean delight, which was a pita stuffed with shrimp, artichokes, lettuce, tomato, and cream cheese. It was something I often got when I was in high school. It's a bit messy to eat, but it was always one of my favorites. I also got a cup of soup. I originally wanted the chicken and wild rice soup, but the server told me it would be another 10 to 15 minutes just for the soup. Being that I was really hungry, I didn't want to wait and instead I ordered the potato cheese soup, which was delicious. I'm picky about my iced tea and I believe it's all in the color. They got it just right. When the server came to bring me the check, she had told me that she is packing up a bowl of chicken and wild rice soup for me so I can have it when I go home for dinner. Wow! That was my extra touch which was unexpected. I love this place, it's good for everyone and it's very green and healthy. Come support them for the team looks like they're all college age so I'm sure they can use the money. but seriously, it is a really great and fun place, lots of things to look at. Quick and efficient service and a fantastic menu. The soup is amazing. Can't wait to have the chicken soup for dinner. The price is perfect, very reasonable. read more

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This restaurant is very special. They have hand painted murals on the walls and other interesting things. Service was great. The menu has lots of pages. So many options. BF wanted ice cream, so we got 2 scoops of chocolate each. I ate one. Somebody else ate three. read more

Rutabegorz - Wall Mural - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

This is such a lovely spot to gather for American cuisine. This restaurant is pretty big so it can accommodate for big groups or small groups. One thing I love about this place is their portions. They food always tastes amazing and they never hold back with their ingredients. I can order something like their Mexican food and they will pile on the cheese and toppings on top which I love. They usually have a special hummus and chips item you can order only for dine in but it makes a nice appetizer to add on to your meal for very cheap. The whole place is adorned with a ton of decorations and it feels very old fashioned but also very homey. read more

Food has gone down a notch, does not feel homemade or taste like it used to years ago. Routinely missing an item or dressing when ordering to ho. Check your order before you leave- it will save you grief. read more

The restaurant does have a great variety of vegetarian options perfect place for vegetarian friends, but it lacks protein-rich dishes. The owner claimed that no canned chicken was used but, it honestly tastes like any other organic canned chicken to me which is quite off-putting and disappointing. read more

Mad I only found this place right now!!! My husband and I are moving next month and I have been looking for a salad place like this for my whole life. It's fresh, the ingredients are amazing, the combinations in the salads are incredible. I love the chicken spinach apple salad with blue cheese crumbles. Great place to take family out to lunch. Amazing for get togethers. 100 stars!! read more

Love the ambience and the excellent food . The price is right and the location good for parking.

Delicious lunch salad, efficient and friendly service with a wide selection of healthy choices.

Fast service. The workers are super nice and chill. They have a wide range of food, from sandwiches to pastas and even lasagnas. The sandwiches are so fresh and feel good on a hot day in the summer, or spring. There's one that has fresh green apple slices and jalapeño peppers. I would definitely recommend that one. The place looks small on the outside, but it's nice and big in the inside, with lot's of space for people. It can get crowded during lunch time. read more

It's a cute local spot and great to visit when we were in the area. The Mexican food i got was not quite what i expected, beans were super salty, the enchiladas were the best part and the plate was so full it was dripping as it was delivered to the table. My mom thought the fettuccine pasta was ok but too thick and creamy of a sauce. Overall it was ok but I remember it being better years ago. read more

Rutabegorz - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

such a cute literal hole in the wall! I loved their HUGE portions and their 51¢ dip (pumpkin hummus + chips)! great vibes, parking, service, and overall would be back to try their other dishes!! read more

Rutabegorz - Bars Near Me - Fullerton, California

As I have gotten older I have tried to sample more food offerings and places outside of my normal element and of all the places offering healthier dining fares, Rutabegorz is my favorite. My wife and I have been here numerous times over the years and have never left unsatisfied. Over my visits I have had an amazing santa fe style salad, a chicken wrap, the amazing tostada and my personal favorite the stew. The service staff here is great, the pricing is reasonable and the flavors are great and the meals are hearty and filling. The place doesn't appear to be that big but they offer three separate indoor dining areas and one large outdoor patio area. Although I have not ever taken my food to go I will need to give it a try to help support the business throughout this difficult period of our lives and the lives of our communities and businesses. If you are looking for somewhere with a large varied menu and are in the Downtown Fullerton area I recommend checking them out. They also have locations in Orange and Tustin as well if you frequent those areas as well. Its times like these we need to band together for the sake of our local small businesses to help ensure their survival and this place definitely deserves our business. read more

I've been a customer for 15+ years. The food here slaps and their passion iced tea is top tier. It's sooo good!!!