Restaurant

Little Ruby's SoHo

SoHoManhattan

4.4· 2,273 reviewsClosed now
Little Ruby's SoHo — restaurant — in SoHo — Manhattan — NYC
Little Ruby's SoHo interior — SoHo

SoHo

Manhattan

The brief

About Little Ruby's SoHo

Petite Australian cafe luring a stylish crowd with vegemite toast and beef-topped burgers.

Community Rating

4.4

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2,273 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Little Ruby's SoHo

15 verified Google reviews · 5 with owner responses

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Kristina T.Local guide
a week ago

The service was excellent, exceeding expectations. The food tasted good, not too greasy. The overall atmosphere was nice, with outdoor seating available. The staff were welcoming and highly professional. I will definitely be back again

VenusLocal guide
a month ago

Little Ruby Soho never disappoints.<br>The shrimp pasta was creamy, rich, and perfectly balanced with a little kick from the chili flakes — definitely the star of the table. And the hot apple cider? Comfort in a cup. Cozy, warm, and so good for a chilly NYC evening. Even the sweet potato fries were addictively crispy.<br>A SoHo classic for a reason 🤎

Jean NgLocal guide
a month ago

Finally made a visit after having it pinned on my google map. Love this Aussie gem in Nolita. Staffs were sweet and friendly, tasty and filling portion, delish cocktails, good atmosphere and wallet friendly 😆

Racquel RomeroLocal guide
a month ago

I actually came here in November for dinner catching up with a friend and the food was sooooo good. I had the spicy vodka pasta and the sticky date pudding definitely lived up to the hype it deserves. If anything I will be back for that!! The place is very small and it was pretty loud, I feel I would’ve had a better experience sitting outside but I’m happy the food was really good. I think if you want to catch up with someone or have a first date it might be better to do outdoor seating, but the lighting indoors was also intimate. Regardless, I will be back!

Eva BaurLocal guide
a month ago

Good food, but the Soho location is just very busy. We waited over an hour for a table, which took away a bit from the experience. I definitely prefer the West Village location — much nicer and calmer. That said, the chicken burger with fries was really good. Would come back, just probably not to this location.

Jenny ChunLocal guide
Edited a month ago

We went to have brunch and had a classic cheeseburger and Ragu pasta. Everything was good except one thing. A young waitress was waiting next to our table to snatch our plates as we're eating. We're not quite done but she kept asking whether we're done. She did the same thing to the other table with Asian customers. We're offended by it and left ASAP we're done. That's rude. Not coming back. That's for sure.

Response from the owner

Hi Jenny - Sorry we did not get to meet our standards with you. Could you please email us at soho@rubyscafe.com with any additional information so we can help make this right?

Astrid HughesLocal guide
3 months ago

Came here for lunch. Had to wait a little bit for a table as we walked in as a party of 6. The place had a really nice atmosphere. Service was fast. Everyone I was with really enjoyed their food but mine was quite bland and did not have much flavor. It did not come with the scallion salsa that was indicated on the menu. Would not recommend for vegans as I had very few options to choose from, but otherwise it was a really nice spot.

Tyler WongLocal guide
3 months ago

Disappointed by the ragu.<br>- Mushy pasta. Pappardelle was cooked far beyond al dente<br>- Large pool of juice pooled at the bottom of the plate instead of a sauce that clings to the pasta<br>- Not well balanced overall. Dish felt very heavy. Could use more fresh herbs or acidity<br><br>My table ordered three of these and they were all prepared the same way. Otherwise, good service and atmosphere

LibertyLocal guide
3 months ago

I recently visited this café and had a really nice experience. Gabe provided excellent service he was direct, informative, and very knowledgeable about the menu. He took the time to explain the options and was more than willing to accommodate my preferences, which I really appreciated. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. I ordered the pasta, and it was both fulfilling and very tasty. Overall, the food and service made for a great visit.<br><br>I would definitely recommend stopping by!

Response from the owner

Thanks for stopping by, Liberty. We're glad you enjoyed your visit.

kayla nguyen
5 months ago

I’ve been to this location and the Murray Hill location countless times, but after my visit last night I’m not sure if I’ll be returning. Our server brought an espresso martini for our table that wasn’t ordered, and we let her know that we didn’t order it. We were allowed to keep it anyways, but then were charged for it at the end. It was taken off the bill by another girl, but our server came back to charge my friend just for the espresso martini because she drank it, even though it was not ordered. My friend just paid for it, our server had an attitude that was not worth fighting against for $15. On top of that, our party of 5 was charged gratuity when the menu stated that only parties of 6 or more are charged gratuity. This wouldn’t have been an issue if this was properly communicated and if the service wasn’t subpar.<br><br>Drinks were just alright, but food was great like it always is. However, the fried chicken sandwich did make my friend very sick a few hours after dinner. I’m not sure if yesterday was an off night but I’m extremely disappointed in our experience here, especially since this has been one of my favorite restaurants.

Response from the owner

Hi Kayla - Sorry we did not get to meet our standards with you. Could you please email us at soho@rubyscafe.com with any additional information so we can help make this right?

Marian RosarioLocal guide
5 months ago

100% recommended! The food is super delicious and fresh, the service is also fast. The place is small but cozy and clean. The employees are friendly and attentive.

Response from the owner

Thank you, Marian! We love to hear that you had a great experience with us.

Allison SullivanLocal guide
5 months ago

Super quick to get us seated and very nice! Food was excellent - had the pesto pasta and creamy chicken pasta, and the chocolate cake. Cake was so rich and delish, didn't have a chance to grab a picture!

Response from the owner

Thanks so much for the review, Allison! We hope to see you again soon.

HJ ChunLocal guide
6 months ago

One of my go-to pasta spots. I usually get the spicy vodka pasta or the shrimp pasta, and I really love their sweet potato fries. I’ve come here with friends for both brunch and dinner, and I’d recommend it for either. The only thing to note is that the tables and space can feel a bit tight.

AdelLocal guide
9 months ago

The place is small and can get quite busy. The food was decent overall. The hotcakes were a bit heavy, but that's expected for pancakes. My breakfast sandwich was flavorful and just enough to satisfy, though the bottom of the bread was soggy. My companions enjoyed their big breakfast and the classic cheeseburger with sweet potato fries. We also ordered regular fries with truffle, which were tasty. The service was great, and the prices were affordable. If you're looking for a quick brunch in the area, this place has a variety of other options too.

Niam Saint LuceLocal guide
10 months ago

I was in Soho last Tuesday and decided to meet up with some friends of mine who were also in the neighborhood. They suggested we visit Little Ruby's since I've never been there and it was close to where we already were. The place was packed and the atmosphere was such a vibe. Loved the decor and the overall feel of this place.<br><br>We were greeted by one of the servers with menus and automatically knew what we wanted to order when we saw the selection of food.<br><br>I ordered The Ruby's Ragu: braised beef short rib with pappardelle noodles, pecorino and burrata.<br><br>Friend number two ordered The Pesto Pasta: spaghetti, zucchini, baby peas, snap peas, kale, parmesan, creamy pumpkin seed pesto.<br><br>Friend number three ordered The Classic Cheeseburger: two 3oz beef patties, L.T.O., pickles, American cheese, special sauce on a potato bun. We also had a large Margarita Pitcher to share.<br><br>My Ragu was good, not over seasoned and the braised beef was cooked to perfection. The noodles were also good and all the ingredients together served its purpose. My friends enjoyed their meals as well because their plates were all licked clean. The one thing I wish I was able to order was some Tequila, however, they only had wine and beer on the menu. Great conversations were had over some good food and Margaritas in this cozy place full of great vibes. Definitely worth checking out.

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