Ruby's Café Mtl is portrayed in many reviews as a welcoming, dog friendly spot where pets can dine inside, often with a dedicated dog menu, bowls, and even a small fenced area or dog park outside and sometimes a dog pool, which makes it a favorite for brunch with dogs. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as warm, cozy, and lively, with people appreciating the ambiance and the focus on pets as part of the experience. Food receives mixed notes: many praise the quality and variety for humans and pups, from french toast sticks and grilled cheese to meatballs for dogs, while some meals are described as pricey for the value or not as impressive, and a few visits report underwhelming portions or service missteps. Service is noted as both highly attentive and slow or disorganized on busy days, with stories of forgetfulness and late drinks tempered by reports of friendly staff who go the extra mile during tougher moments. The overall sentiment leans positive, especially for dog lovers seeking a place to eat with their four legged friends, with advice to book ahead, be patient at peak times, and enjoy the kid friendly and pet friendly vibe that Ruby's Café Mtl provides.
We love coming here. We can take the whole family, baby, dogs & all, out to brunch! & it's not a boring brunch, it's an excellent brunch & top notch coffee, & something fresh & delicious for the pups :)
This time around we got the Ratatouille Poché & & it was a bit disappointing, as the food has always been great before. The Ratatouille Poché was a bit too soft as a plate; maybe the brioche could have been toasted, or maybe the Brussels leaves could have been crispy (both were raw) or maybe there could have been nuts in the dish? I don't think I will order it again, as mentioned above, everything else we've ordered has been amazing.
Thank you for having us!
Oct 29, 2023
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J'ai brunché au Ruby café à plusireurs reprises. Seule, en couple, entres amis, en grand groupe... le problème est toujours le même: le très mauvais service aux tables. Le restos est MAGNIFIQUES, l'ambiance est géniale, plats sont copieux & surtout EXCELLENT mais a chaque visite nous sortons du restaurant avec une frustration. Aujourd'hui noys avont ru un très bel acceuil. On nous a immrdiatement offert a boire & on nous a servit rapidement. On a pris nos commandes dans un délais raisonnable. Toutefois, une fois nos plats sur la table notre serveuse est disparue. Je voulais un café, une amie voulais des confitures, on avait aussi envie de poivre... On a rien eu de ce dont on avait besoin. Personne pour nous servir. Nos plats vides sont resté devant nous plus de 45 minutes...jusqu'à ce qu'on se fâche & qu'on doive se lever pour aller chercher quelqu'un qui a finalent ramasser 2 assiettes mais laissé tout le reste sur la table. Cela rend l'expérience très désagréable. Il est très dommage qu'un endroit aussi fabuleux ne puisse nous offrir une expérience entièrement satisfaisante 😡
The most amazing brunch ever, PLUS pups! Perfection. The food was delicious, & their accommodations for our furry friends made it such a fun time for the whole family.
We had an amazing brunch at Ruby Cafe with our puppies. The vibe is awesome & the food matched the atmosphere. We had the smiley breakfast, smoked salmon bagel & French sticks & our puppies loved the meatballs & pup cake. Service was also friendly & attentive. There is even a fenced in area to take your dog after to run & play. This is a great concept & we can't wait to return!
So nice to be able to bring our dog with us for brunch! The food is very flavourful & the menu is not overwhelming. We will definitely go back......with our dog!
The food was tasty, the staff were friendly & it was lovely to have our dog come with us to brunch. We shall be back....
Only one issue - If the staff have nothing to do, may I suggest they do not look at their phones & act bored?
Thanks
Great little spot for brunch where pets are allowed. I've been several times & the experience was pleasant every time. Friendly staff, good ambiance, responsible dog owners that frequent the establishment. Definitely recommend. Wish there were more spots in Montreal like this little gem.
Superbe endroit, très grand & lumineux. Très bel accueil pour un "early brunch" (10h) avec notre labrador. L'assignation des tables semble être faite en fonction des tailles des chiens pour éviter qu'on soit trop tassé, très apprécié! La nourriture était excellente!
First time at Ruby Cafe & I was very impressed. So much fun to have brunch with our fur babies. The food & cappuccino were really good. My dog loved the meatballs!! Cannot wait to go back.
Lively place, be prepared for barks & dogs roaming around but if you enjoy taking your pet with you for brunch it makes for a great experience. The menu is creative & fun with some innovative take on brunch classics. Coffee is also good. Overall enjoyable experience with family & dog.
Had brunch at Ruby Café with my daughter & our 8 yr old Portuguese Water dog. Very pleasant ambiance, clean & nice decor. My meal was delicious (I had ''The Poché'') & my daughter really enjoyed her's too (The Smiley breakfast). & the mokaccino was the yummiest I ever had (very sweet)!. Fun to see all the happy dogs around us & dogs saying hello to each other before sitting at their table... Our Niky had the Woof Meatballs & was very satisfied!
I live on the South shore of Mtl so it was a 35 min drive, but I will be back for sure!!!
