Miki (NotLikeThis1)
The good:
Starting off with the good. Great ambiance, great new location! Great vibe!
Food review: 4/5 everything we ordered was cooked right, seasoned great, great texture and good flavor. Only thing that disappointed me was my order of the palabok, had no protein, usually some sort of meat or seafood but mine only had chicharron.
the BAD.
Oh Lordy… I had high hopes for this place…but it’s so hard to give it a good review. Ordered BBQ, sisig, lechosilog, longsilog, kare kare, palabok. We didn’t receive our first order until 1 hour into the dining experience. And foods didn’t come in at the same time … which was understandable; the last food we ordered came almost 2 hours later (palabok) … bbq on a stick took over an hour. The service looked very confused.
I think it was the fact the dine-in experience is what caused my review to be so low. I think if we ordered for take out I would’ve rated high. For our party, there was nothing fast about, Ruby’s fast food. The food did taste good though. However for how long we waited…
Rolo
Firstly, the dine-in is not necessarily your typical fast food, its like a very nice café. The portions are large and all the food was very tasty as I expected. We were there early so service was smooth and fairly quick. Jonas was extremely friendly and upsold desserts and other treats (see roasted peanuts) to-go, since the food was too much to eat in one sitting, imo. I look forward to going back and have more of their filipino food soon. Very proud of the direction this establishment has gone to turn a mostly take-away business to sit-down dining. Big kudos to Nick the owner!
Pauline Mellon
Came here for their popular Crispy Pata after seeing Andrew Zimmern’s review. It was about to be sold out but Mark (our server) made the impossible and really made my husband’s birthday. Thank you, Mark, for your hospitality. The food is phenomenal, price is good, the space is so hip and cozy. Worth the trip! Will definitely be back!!!
Sheila Martinez
Service is very slow and unorganized ! Arrived at 1030 , didn't get our food until 1127 . Ordered the lechonsilog, tocilog . Pancit canton was salty but the lumpia and tocino were really good . Very generous portions, too. Takeout was not a breeze. Designate a cashier, put 2 people to scoop food to make the process quicker . It was NOT fast food, either way .
Clint M.
I was hesitant to go here after reading the reviews of this place that it has very slow service. It was not the case for us maybe because we were a little early for supper around 4-5pm. The food brings nostalgia. Large servings which is good for 3-4 people.
Rachel Damalerio
I was there 6.9.2022 and was impressed how big the restaurant had expanded. The ambiance was nice. It was disorganized though and has 2 entrances. The staff was cordial and respectful but most of them does not speak English nor Filipino. We decided not to eat there and just order to go. WITH REGARDS TO THE FOOD! It was bland (based from all my three takeouts) and the soup was like water with vegetables in it. I'm not a picky eater but I know when food is great because I eat out very often. My friend called me and echoed the same thing. She said, " the food was bad." I was so SURPRISED and truly disappointed. I last visited Ruby's over 3 years ago, and had numerously ordered food from there AND it was a pleasant experience. Not now. I wouldn't recommend the restaurant to anyone I know at this time. KABAYAN, good luck and God Bless.
Gima Rose
1st time coming to Ruby's and we order almost everything on the menu! Enjoyed almost every dish from their delicious and popular Palabok to their delicious Binagoongan everything on their menu is worth eating. If you haven't tried this location you're missing out on some good filipino food.
Miki
This is amazing place for good inexpensive Filipino eats. Come in and see what's available each day. They sometimes also list what they have on their Facebook page.
Daniel Tablada
Best Filipino fast food in Chicago! I’ve never skipped stopping by in this place every time we are in Chicago area. Great service all the time. Thanks Nikki for the Delicious palabok.
Paul J Baker
Filipino Food at its best.. this is home cooking unlike most store foods, or large restaurants these guys were taught by there Mom and Dad who the rest. was named after, the foods are rich in flavor and will have some bone and or fat this truly gives it the flavor .. so if you are a picky eater this may not be for you, but if you like meat potatoes and rich gravy's you will be right home..
Lhancy RV
Food was really excellent & really affordable on top of all of that is the owners and people that worked there has an amzing soul & attitude love it the besttt
Maridel Menguito Anama
My most favorite Filipino Food place. Their Palabok is my bar for everyone else's. Haven't seen any even come close.
Edna Castor Teodoro
I am amazed that so small place have so much to offer. I had linaga and fish yesterday. I can't believe the taste is as good as my late mother's linaga. It was good. I am a Capampangan when I said is good it's lreally good. More power to your business. We will come back soon
Leslie Delamerced-abrenica
Lutong Bahay! The best Pinoy Cuisine in Chicago - IMHO! Though it is a hole in the wall joint - looks can be deceiving! Their Food is FANTASTIC!
Mayo Carrion
A great cash only Filipino fast food restaurant. Super nice staff too! Just visit and try anything out. You'll love it all.
Patricia Menguito
Can't get any more authentic Filipino food than at Ruby's.
Christina Meeyoung Chang
Drooling thinking about the food I ate yesterday. Prices are so affordable, too. I can't wait to try the buffet next time!
Theresa Cabigon
If you are looking a Filipino dishes that you never TASTE try this RUBY'S fast food they're really good.
Ferdie Ramos
Good food, cheap price. Too small of a place. Parking sucks. Too hot in the summertime
Marion Manansala
Great lechon kawali, paella and dinuguan. My first time there yesterday and service was excellent. I wish I had gotten the name of the guy that took care of me. Will definitely be back.
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