Little Ruby's SoHo

What groups say

Small groups of 6 to 9 walk in for casual lunches and dinners; no reviews describe private room events.

• Reviewers describe 2 dining areas: a main room near the kitchen and hostess, plus a second space next door.
• Reported group sizes are 6 to 9 people, seated at regular tables indoors or on the sidewalk.
• Ordering is a la carte from the all day menu; no set menus or group packages are mentioned.
• Several reviewers note walk in waits and a policy of seating only once the full party arrives.

Drawn from 39 Google reviews of Little Ruby's SoHo that mention a group, a private room or a celebration, read September 2026. The reviews below describe a group visit, private rooms and larger events first, with the critical ones kept in.

• group lunch, party of 6

  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.

• friends lunch, party of 6

  Overall rating: 4.7 Wow super cute spot. I actually ate at the cafe portion, but I don’t think it’s a separate location. I wish I sat at the main restaurant. It seems calmer! The cafe is loud. I went with a group of 6 and our initial waiter said they can split 6x ways, but then our other waiter said they couldn’t. When we told them, the original guy did it. But wow, what an odd experience. I ordered the Bronte & it was not good. It sounded good- a hamburger on a sandwich. It was poorly seasoned and I should have gone with a popular pasta. Those that ordered the pasta had rave reviews. I also didn’t drink though others did. Cocktails looked super cute! Seems like a great date spot, not sure if I’d go solo.

• group meal

  Food These are my reviews on the things I ate, not what was all ordered as I came in a group. Fries with Truffle Aioli Crispy and had a good potato consistency. Not much taste to the fries even with all the seasoning. Sauce gave a good kick to the fries, which was much needed. The sauce, though, tasted just like ranch. Crispy Brussel Sprouts Brussel Sprouts weren't too soft or too hard, a good medium. Dressing and herbs gave a good mix of taste, barely noticed the quinoa. Dressing all fell to the bottom and soaked the bottom leaves, leaving them to be very salty and hard to eat. Ruby's Ragu Braised Beef had a strong kick to it, well seasoned. Mixed with the sauce, the beef became a little too salty to eat on its own. The pappardelle pasta was cooked al dente. The pasta didn't soak up any of the sauce taste. it definitely needed the beef with each bite. The burrata didn't really add much, but it did help with the taste for the pasta. Bronte Burger Ciabatta was toasted just fine. It wasn't too hard but definitely wasn't too soft. The meat to slice ratio was a little off. One slice had a lot, and the other slice the meat was barely there. The slice without a lot of meat caused it to slide around after each bite. There was a very herby taste to each bite with the meat. Spinach and tomato were just the right amount to not overpower the burger or cause it to be too big. Sweet chili and mayo were only tasted during bites without the meat present. Iced Tea Peach Was unsweetened tea with peach flavoring. The flavoring gave slight hints of peach, not enough to be considered as peach flavored. Did come with a slice of lemon. Place Consisted of outdoor and indoor seating. Outdoor seating was a little hard to sit, as it was on the street the terrain wasn't flat and level. Indoor seating was slightly cramped, but there was enough room to eat comfortably. Was sat on the side of the kitchen. With that being said, the air is not cool enough inside to have an open kitchen. I was sweating through the entire meal without feeling like I was cooling down. Nice place but needs more air. Service The host was very nice, and our first 2 waiters were as well. We originally sat outside, but we asked if we could be moved inside as we were having trouble with seating on the uneven terrain. The host was kind and allowed us to switch inside. Our waiter helped us move our utensils and menus inside. The second waiter came out to take our order and was very attentive to what we were saying and answered all our questions kindly. Though it did take around 10 minutes of waiting before we had our order taken. Our third waiter wasn't as kind as the others. We were wrapping up our meal and empty dishes were on the table, without saying "excuse me" or any kind saying, the waiter just snatched dishes and cups out of infront of us and reaching over the table as some of us were still dining. When we finished eating and were given the check and a take out box, the waiter just dropped it on the table. Final thoughts The being a quick meal, it was enjoyable. It could have been better but was a decent enough meal.

• group dinner, party of 9

  Waited a long time but it was because I was in a group of 9, food was pretty good, service pretty fast. Good overall.

• friends dinner

  Wonderful experience! Me and my friends went to Little Ruby’s SoHo for dinner. They have other locations but I specifically love the SoHo and West Village locations for different reasons. This particular day me and my friends went to the SoHo location to dine. They have two separate dining spaces; one that is closest to the kitchen, hostess, and front of restaurant which I would describe as the main dining room. Then next door is the other dining area. We were seated in what I would refer to as the main dining area right near the front of the restaurant. Also I’d like to add that some of my party showed up late and the wait staff were so sweet, cute, trendy, and accommodating. They even let me and my friend sit down at our table early while we waited for our other friend to arrive. We ordered drinks first which consisted of an espresso martini for me and mimosas for my friends. Now I have to say that the drinks were very tasty but these are not drinks you’d want to order if you’re looking to get tipsy or buzzed; they’re more like a nice accompaniment to your meal and they’re so cute and small. We ordered the truffle fries as an appetizer and they were delicious! I can be picky about fries and I have to say they made them perfectly. For the main course we ordered the shrimp avocado salad, chicken avocado salad, and bronte burger. We all enjoyed our food and honestly wanted to order more! The menu is very well curated and offers a lot of options no matter what your dietary restrictions are. I will definitely be back to try more food items. The atmosphere is great and the aesthetic is gorgeous. I also love that in the warmer months they have their big glass doors and windows wide open! This is a spot you must go to if you’re ever in the area!

Good to know

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

Hours, spend and amenities from Google. Private event hours and minimums are set by the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

Does Little Ruby's SoHo have a private dining room?

Little Ruby's SoHo offers a semi-private dining space for groups rather than a fully enclosed room. Contact the restaurant for details on the space.

How much does it cost to book a private event at Little Ruby's SoHo?

Guests at Little Ruby's SoHo typically spend $20 to $30 per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room or group booking is usually priced on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure rather than a flat room fee. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact Little Ruby's SoHo for the current minimum and deposit terms.

When is Little Ruby's SoHo open?

Little Ruby's SoHo is open daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, serving brunch, lunch and dinner. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.

What kind of restaurant is Little Ruby's SoHo?

Little Ruby's SoHo is a $$ Restaurant restaurant in NoHo / SoHo, New York City, rated 4.3 stars across 2,347 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Petite Australian cafe luring a stylish crowd with vegemite toast and beef-topped burgers. It has outdoor seating and a wheelchair accessible entrance.

What do guests say about group dining at Little Ruby's SoHo?

Small groups of 6 to 9 walk in for casual lunches and dinners; no reviews describe private room events. Reviewers describe 2 dining areas: a main room near the kitchen and hostess, plus a second space next door. Reported group sizes are 6 to 9 people, seated at regular tables indoors or on the sidewalk. Ordering is a la carte from the all day menu; no set menus or group packages are mentioned. Several reviewers note walk in waits and a policy of seating only once the full party arrives. Reviewers praise: staff accommodated late arrivals and let partial parties sit; menu variety suits groups wanting salads, burgers or pasta; fast service once seated, even with larger tables; managers seen checking in table to table. Watch for: waits of 30 to 75 minutes for larger walk in parties; tight, cramped seating and loud cafe side; check splitting inconsistent; auto gratuity disputes reported. Based on 39 Google reviews of Little Ruby's SoHo that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.

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