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.
Nous visitons régulièrement Ruby Café avec nos deux bouviers bernois, & nous ne sommes jamais déçus! Nous avons pris un jus d'orange fraîchement pressé, expressos & cafés au lait, un bagel au saumon & un grill cheese chorizo - on parle ici de sandwich gourmets! Nos deux chiens ont mangé un dessert glacé pour toutous à la banane & beurre d'arachide & se sont régalés. Le service est rapide, les portions généreuses. Vous devez réserver, surtout pour le déjeuner/brunch en fin de semaine car tout est toujours réservé - pas de place pour les walk-in!
J'ai adoré mon expérience
C'était ma première fois au Ruby Café
Je vais y retourner c'est sure!
J'ai adoré le service mais c'était juste un peu long & le paiement ne ce fait pas au table.
L'ambiance était super mais je trouvais juste que les tables sont très proches l'une de l'autre donc on a senti que certains chiens n'aimaient pas ça;)
L'entrée du stationnement/resto est dure à trouver, j'ai personnellement passé tout droit 2x oups!
Mais en général, j'ai adoré qu'un endroit comme celui ci existe
La nourriture était très bonne & magnifiquement présentée!
Mar 31, 2026
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We had an amazing brunch at Ruby's café. The food was delicious & good portion. We really enjoy the ambiance, chill & clean. Our dog was really welcome to the café where she got to meet new fur friends as well, so it was perfect for her social enrichment! It can get crowded so my recommendation would be to book a table in advance. Service can be slow when crowded, just be patient, the staff is super kind!
Honnêtement très cool pour venir passer un moment léger avec vos enfants & votre animal.
Perso le côté café chien ne m'intéressait pas tant mais la bouffe était délicieuse donc tout le monde était ravi.
Aussi c'est très propre malgré la quantité de chiens a l'intérieur.
Ambiance familial & service très sympathique
I love bringing my dog to Ruby Café. The service is always nice - though a little on the slow side. They bring water bowls for the dogs & have the cutest menu for our furbabies, including cupcakes, meatballs, etc. The food for us humans is average (I've been at least 5 times & tried different dishes) but I don't go for myself, I go for my pup! Their cappucinos are good & the french toast sticks are worth trying.
We love Ruby Café. Even if we didn't have dogs, the food & atmosphere is always fun. But we especially love bringing our two pups to enjoy brunch with us. They get treated like kings & we enjoy our meals knowing they're happy. Win win!
Nous sommes allées pour un deuxième week-end consécutif à cet endroit magnifique où tu peux amener tes bebés poilus & profiter du confort & de la complicité de tout le personnel. Le service est impeccable & attentionné. Nous y retournerons sans doute bien pour prendre un café qu'un délicieux brunch du dimanche.
Jan 26, 2026
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Doggyville honestly left a permanent mark on my heart.
I came here with my dog Bolt on what ended up being one of the hardest days of my life. It was his last day with me before being rehomed. I didn't walk in announcing that, & I didn't want sympathy or awkwardness. Somehow, without needing an explanation, the staff handled everything with so much warmth & humanity that it still blows my mind.
Every single person there was incredible. The manager, the host, the waitresses, & even the pet boutique cashiers. Not one weak interaction. They were patient, gentle, accommodating, & genuinely compassionate. They gave Bolt extra attention, extra love, & even thoughtful little presents. It wasn't performative or forced. It felt real. On a day where I was barely holding it together, that kind of care mattered more than they'll ever know.
Bolt was never a difficult dog. He was calm, gentle, easy, & loyal to his core. He gave nothing but love, & Doggyville treated him exactly the way he deserved to be treated. Like he mattered. Like he was special. Like he wasn't just'a dog.'
& I have to talk about the food, because I went in with very low expectations. I fully assumed the food would be bad or gimmicky because it's a dog café. I was completely wrong. The food was genuinely amazing. Like actually good. The kind of place you'd come to even without a dog. I left feeling mad at myself for not discovering this place sooner & not making more memories here with Bolt.
This isn't just a dog café or restaurant. It's a place with real heart behind it. Doggyville will forever be tied to one of the most painful, emotional days of my life, & because of how they handled it, it's tied to gratitude too.
Thank you for being so kind to Bolt. & thank you for being kind to me when I really needed it.
During patio season, our pup is right there with us, but come winter there are so few options to bring him along for indoor restaurant meals… Ruby's really makes you wonder what the big deal with allowing dogs. This place is clean, chill & quiet (when we were there anyway), & super enjoyable!!
The food was great & our pup was thrilled that we ordered him the meatballs.
We were only in town for a few hrs, to pick something up, & Ruby Café was a highlight on that winter day.
We had the best time at Ruby Cafe for brunch. We searched for pet friendly ideas for our day visiting Montreal & found this adorable place. Highly recommend Ruby Cafe!!
Dec.29, 2025, just spent a wonderful time at Ruby café with the family & my 2 Siberian Huskies....the food is great & excellent presentation, the staff is friendly & helpful...& So calm....amazing with all the different dogs coming in ! For the young & old .... a wonderful experience!
Mary Jane, Ashla & Elif (the 4 legged girls).
Ruby Dog Café is such a gem! The brunch menu was delicious, & what makes it extra special is that dogs are welcome to join you inside. The atmosphere is warm & welcoming, & the staff made us feel right at home. My pup had the best time enjoying her pup cake while I enjoyed my meal. It's rare to find a place where both people & pets are treated so well. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fun & tasty brunch spot with their furry friend!
One of my favorite dining experiences! Brought my Beagle Roscoe who is 11, & he was treated like a king by the friendly staff as soon as he walked in! The dog menu is excellent & affordable. We also got the pancakes & pulled pork sandwich for us, & man those are so good too! Both dad, mom & pup all had a great lunch. Thank you Ruby Cafe!!
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I went to the Ruby Cafe Mtl today & it was amazing! The food was great. The service was phenomenal. The waitresses were so nice to us & to my dog: they brought her a water bowl & gave her a Halloween treat package. Everything was excellent 👏
At Ruby Café, that cozy neighborhood spot where even dogs get their moment of fame (& maybe a bite of your croissant if you look away for half a second 😅).
One of those rare Montreal gems where the coffee's great, the food's homemade, & the vibe's as relaxed as your furry sidekick. #RUBYCAFEMTL #Montreal
