The service was super helpful on an incredibly busy night. Airventure is ongoing so there's a huge crowd. They were super nice and found a way to work as soon as they could. The food is Wisconsin at its best with the fried cheese curds being yummy, but also you're able to cut it with incredibly good craft beers and a nice refreshing salad read more

For starters this place is located in the quaint downtown Oshkosh, WI. The inside is nice / cool with brick walls and a good gastropub/bar and grill feel. Service was good, no complaints. The food, however, very subpar. First was the Flat Iron Steak Sandwich. Basically, a French Dip. Looked promising but the steak was cut thick and very tough. Flavor was fine but chewy. Next was the Pig & Fig sandwich. Reports were good and positive. Last was the special "Fresh Lake Michigan Perch". This was not good. It was over cooked and tasted like it was fried in last week's oil. One bite was enough. Burnt taste and very dry. Our server was very apologetic, offered something else and took it off our bill. There are plenty of other places on Main Street. I'd try somewhere else. BTW - Dockside Tavern, nearby, was very cool & good. All with a lakefront view. read more

Very friendly and fast service. The menu had a bit more variety than some other places we've tried here. I was actually torn between a few items because they all sounded good vs. some places I'm just trying to decide what sounds the least boring/mediocre. The food was tasty. Prices weren't awful and the space was lovely but not overwhelming. read more

We always go to the Ruby Owl when we are in town for our annual conference. It's amazing how they always accommodate all of us, often without warning! It's the closest restaurant to the convention center so everyone happens to walk there for our lunch and we fill the place up and are all back in time for the afternoon session. Great food, burger was a little too done though when I asked for medium rare. Great beer selection as well. I love the sun drop! I enjoy sitting at the bar and watching the sports for my lunch break. read more

Ruby Owl - Gastropubs Near Me - Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Went to dinner here during Oshkosh airventure airshow. We had a :20 minute wait to get a table. We were on the tail end of the dinner rush. Waitress was nice, but the service was slow. Drinks took a good while to come out, dinner was about an hour. Tables were clearing as we waited, so I felt that the kitchen wasn't slammed. Burgers were all underdone, no kids menu, chicken was more crunch than chicken. Probably won't visit here again read more

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Overall I was satisfied with our experience. It did take awhile to get some waters and be acknowledged. And a couple times it looked like our waitress was standing around and talking to other coworkers while we waited for refills or to go containers. But she was nice. The food was a little on the pricey side but it all tastes good. The serving of avocado fries were generous. They were tasty but after a few I was over it. Glad I tried them but not sure I'd get them again. The cheese curds were tasty. The Nashville hot Cobb salad was really good. My youngest was not a fan of the chicken tenders. But my oldest devoured his. My youngest daughter apparently doesn't like arugula. She had got the steak and arugula salad. It looked really good though and my husband ended up eating it. If in the area I would probably stop again but maybe leave the kids at home. read more

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This small town hidden gem was amazing! The cheese curds, the chicken, the beer. All great! This is a Wisconsin staple! Service was very good as well! Street parking only so you've been warned. This is located in downtown Oshkosh. Overall, I would come back!! read more

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Had an awesome time at Ruby Owl! Lots of fun craft beers to choose from. The vibe was amazing and Kim & Hannah were the best bartenders! Definitely will be going back! read more

Ruby Owl is hands‑down one of the best spots in Oshkosh! The vibe is warm, inviting, and perfectly blends historic charm with a modern touch. Their craft beer selection is outstanding, you can always count on finding something unique on tap and the staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, eager to help you choose the right pour. The food deserves just as much love as the drinks. Everything is fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care; it's the kind of menu that keeps you coming back to try something new every time. Whether you're grabbing a casual lunch, enjoying an evening out with friends, or just want a great drink in a relaxed atmosphere, Ruby Owl delivers every single time. A true local gem in downtown Oshkosh I'd recommend it to anyone looking for great food, great beer, and even better people! read more

Great spot for a huge selection of craft and local beers. The bar is a bit small, but there's plenty of seating throughout the restaurant. Expect an elevated twist on a classic Americana menu. The curry dip was great with French fries. The last time we went the service was absolutely perfect from the bar to the servers. read more

Ruby Owl - Nashville hot Chicken sandwich with fries - Gastropubs Near Me - Oshkosh, Wisconsin

This is a hell of a statement to make in Wisconsin.... But their Cheese Curds may be some of the best in the Cheese State! Light tempura-like batter with perfectly cooked cheese. If you are a curd fan, you have to try these! read more

Ruby Owl - Cheese Curds - Oh my god they're good!! - Gastropubs Near Me - Oshkosh, Wisconsin

The atmosphere and building is very cute.I really enjoyed the location right on the Main Street.y friend and I got there before the lunch rush and it was about half full. They definitely could have benefited from having someone seating people instead of seating themselves because it seemed to cause a lot of confusion and waiting forever for someone to come over. We were going to go up to the bar and order because we hadn't seen someone in like 15 min but there wasn't anyone behind the bar and the bar was full. Eventually our waiter showed up. He was nice but obviously stressed. I'm not sure they had enough staff for a Sunday afternoon. Once we placed our food order it took almost an hour to get our food. The cheese curds were really good but had a little too much breading and not enough cheese. If they had more cheese they'd be excellent. I ordered the pig and fig sandwich and it was great. The combination together was really good and love the pretzel bun. I would come back if I'm back in the area. Would have been 5 stars had the staffing been better. read more

Ruby Owl - Pig n Fig - Gastropubs Near Me - Oshkosh, Wisconsin

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First time going to Ruby Owl. I got the Never Mid Burger, the burger had good taste do wish there was more arugula and crispy onions. The Server was pleasant and was quick with answers and food delivery. The cocktails we got were wonderful and the cheese curds were something I wish I had and endless supply of, so good. The atmosphere was wonderful little loud for talking with group but all in all clean and enough elbow room for eating. Needless to say I will be back. read more

Enjoyed it overall. Food was good, so was service. Would definitely come back and recommend to friends.

Fun little place, easy walk from the Marriott. Really liked the atmosphere, bartender was great - friendly and attentive. Ordered the standard burger with a side of curds. Very good, but not mind blowing. Worth returning, but have to check other local places. However, only bummer was the waitresses coming up complaining that her customers weren't ordering food. I get it, but don't broadcast it. read more

Ruby Owl - Gastropubs Near Me - Oshkosh, Wisconsin

A great locals brew pub downtown. It was packed for EAA when we went but things still went smoothly. We sat at the bar and had a chill evening trying a beer flight and Mac n cheese dishes. I might go back again soon. read more

Nice pub, friendly staff, decent meal. Hit the place at a lull between lunch & dinner so it was quiet. read more

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Typical taproom with plenty of Wisconsin beers to choose from. There were plenty on tap which meant something for everyone to choose from. However, the food selections were great. Our table order appetizers of beef tenderloin slices on crostini and cheese curds too. The cheese curds were great and not greasy and the beef was over the top tasty. Our order was taken by the manager who was super friendly which is always a bonus. read more

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Came here for some lunch before heading up to Central Waters for their anniversary party. We were told this was the best place for burgers and we were not steered wrong! The food was great and the taplist was plentiful. It's a narrow but long restaurant and the service was fantastic. If I lived in the area I could see this being a regular stop for me. read more

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This was one of my favorite places when I lived in Oshkosh so it was fun to be able to return. They have great food and a fun vibe. I got the fig and pig sandwich and it was so delicous. The meat was juicy and the sandwich itself was a good blend of sweet and salty. The cheese curds are always a must. read more

Ruby Owl - Fig & Pig cheese curds - Gastropubs Near Me - Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Great chill cozy place, local beer and options are great. As for food a little overpriced when it comes to quantity. I had the pleasure of eating a flank steak sandwich, it tasted amazing but the sweet potato fries were way over cooked, tasted more burnt than actually sweet lol. Will be back to try another item. read more

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We arrived for a planned reservation, 22 people. The restaurant is a bit small, however, they were ready for us, and they had adequate room. The food was absolutely awesome. Everyone enjoyed it and commented. We ordered a variety of items, the appetizers came quick, and for the fact that we had 22 meals, the food came very quickly. I had a burger, fries and coleslaw. All of it was among the very best that I've ever had. I didn't plan on eating all of it, I ate all of it. My wife had a cheese, grilled cheese sandwich. She said that it was unique and the tastiest grilled cheese sandwich she had ever had. The service was very attentive, and the waitress was very upbeat for having had to take care of a table of 22. 10 out of 10, would eat here again. read more

Stopped in on a weekday for a girls lunch. I had eaten here a few times before over the years. I ordered the spicy chicken sandwich. It literally was one chicken strip on a bun, so that was a little disappointing, but the flavors were spot on. Everyone else enjoyed their lunch too (a burger and a salad). Service was very good. Maybe consider two chicken strips on the sandwich? read more

The food is always fresh and delicious. If you're looking for a delicious burger and fun atmosphere this is the place to come. The service is always outstanding no matter how packed the place is. Truly a perfect example of how eating in should be read more

I have enjoyed a few meals at Ruby Owl but I wouldn't exactly say it's a "budget" type of dining. I especially enjoy their salads. And I've had the Ruby Owl butter burger I believe it was called.....excellent! read more

Food is really good and the service is really good also!! Atmosphere is calm and friendly!! Our waiter was very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend going!! read more

First time trying the Ruby Owl. We visit OshKosh annually for AirVenture and it is challenging finding restaurants that offer vegan options. They had several choices for our daughter and we enjoyed stuffed pepper soup and chili. The chili was especially yummy, made with brisket and black beans and topped with cheese and sour cream. We'll be back next year. read more

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Ruby Owl is outstanding. The food is always excellent, whatever you order. Great beer selection. Service is always efficient and helpful. It's also a great space with different seating options for a group, couple, or sitting by oneself at the bar. read more

Very good food although they had to redo it. The waitress was pleasant but she never checked to see if I needed a refill and I did because I hadn't finished my food. I had to drink my daughter's water. read more

Fantastic tap list and menu, servers are always attentive and helpful. My wife and I's favorite place in Oshkosh. Only reason no 5 stars is because I am protesting the removal of wings and Empanadas from the menu. #heartbroken read more

I took my sister and her husband to have burgers and, as usual, it was great. My brother in law is a chef and to see him impressed hits the bullseye. I've always enjoyed their food and service. I had the wisconsinite burger and it was fantastic. We were there for lunch service, but I've had dinner service before with the same results. Ruby Owl is a steadfast and consistent place that you can trust year after year. Don't forget to look around for the hidden owls. read more

HECK yes can I move in? I legit adored every single thing I ate here. Cauliflower cooked like chicken wings with amazing spicy sauce. WIN. Avocado fries with a little mayo sauce action. LOVED it! Brussel sprout salad with giant chunks of bacon was a delight. I could eat that salad every day. The building itself has a warm vibe to it and the staff are all friendly and attentive. I never had an empty glass and that was good because they had so many good tap beer options to pick from you want to try them all. I will for sure be back with friends in the future! read more

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Sat at the bar and gad bloody Mary's and Maria. Had the fried cauliflower app and croistinis with steak. All delicious. Bartender took great care of us. Nice laid back casual ambience. A definite go to. read more

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Ok, I can't back here 4 times in 3 days. I'm not sure how I could give any one place a stronger recommendation. I had the butternut squash salad, had to come back the next day and have it again. In later visits I have had the Buddha Bowl and the Brussels Sprout salad. Flavors complex, salad carefully crafted and presented - just awesome. On the Brussel Sprout salad I just had a added chicken too when I chose to not add anything before. Even that add on was nicely marinated and dry. A friend I was with had the avocado fries. The breading on these and the sriracha aioli dipping sauce is just so good. I was expecting a fried mess, or at least just a batter like I get on fried mushrooms or the like. Not at all here. This breading is good by itself, and clearly not a Sysco bought in bulk offering. Love this place and am sad I don't live in Oshkosh! read more

Went to the Owl this evening with friends. First off the server Clare F was delightful, friendly, full of energy and provided great service. The place is very nice, clean and open. Our food came fairly fast. I had the burger with a side salad. The salad was great, a spring mix, very tasty. The burger was cooked exactly how I wanted it, it was a nice size and very tasty. Great place in downtown Oshkosh. read more

Ruby Owl - Great burger with side salad. - Gastropubs Near Me - Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Great experience. Amazing selection of drinks, excellent food. Clean, warm, and safe. My tour throughout the beer selection was made easy. ;) 10/10. Want to really taste Oshkosh? Come here! read more

Went here on a Thursday night to grab food before a Packers Game. I'm happy we got there kind of early to get a spot at the bar because the place got pretty busy. It had a very good night game atmosphere. I was super excited to see that they had Bull Falls beer on tap, so that had to happen. We also ordered the Szechuan Chicken Sandwich with sweet potato waffle fries and the Bourbon BBQ Pulled Pork with cheesecurds. There is an upcharge for the sides per usual, but definitely worth it to try them. Sweet potato waffle fries is my ideal fry, and these lived up to expectations. They were crisp, yet soft in the inside. Loved them! The cheesecurds were also pretty good, with a long cheese pull and the ranch was nice and thin for dipping. Both sandwiches were really tasty, but also pretty messy. We were thankful for the extra napkins that they gave us. The chicken sandwich had a very light breading, but also had a nice crunch. It was perfect for sharing because they cut it in half and had the right balance of sweet to savory. The bun was also clutch to absorb all of the juices from the sandwich. The pulled pork was very thinly shredded and fell out all around the bun. You definitely get your value on this sandwich! The creamy coleslaw paired nicely with the sweet and salty of the pork. Also, as the pork fell out of the sandwich, it was nice that the held a texture and consistency so that you could pack it together back in the sandwich. It was very satisfying. Overall, we were pleasantly surprised by how much we liked everything. It was much better food than we were expecting for a bar atmosphere and the staff was super friendly. This is definitely going to be added to the list of places to stop at in Oshkosh! read more

Ruby Owl - Gastropubs Near Me - Oshkosh, Wisconsin

First time here . We had a waitress whom I think was doing her best but seemed to be overwhelmed, not sure why because they were not that busy . I eventually went to the bar area looking for her because we seemed to have been forgotten .when our food came it was cold , and I mean cold burgers and cold soup . It's hard to judge how good the burgers were since they were so cold . I was disappointed since they weren't fresh patty burgers. The only outstanding food were the cheese curds. I would return if I wanted cheese curds and not worried about attentive wait staff. read more

We tried this place on a whim as we were in town and had a taste for a good pub burger. It was honestly phenomenal. I had a triple smoke burger which was topped with smoked gouda, bacon, and ancho guacamole. It was really well balanced. Smoked gouda can be overpowering but the other flavors played really well with it. My partner opted for the roasted Brussels sprouts salad and declared it was one of the best salads she's had out. I tried some and had to agree. A generous pile of spinach was topped with warm roasted Brussels sprouts, roasted leeks, bacon, and hazelnuts. It had a really tasty vinaigrette. The service and atmosphere were also great. Our server Steve L was personable and gave us just the right amount of attention. The beer list had an excellent selection that was organized by flavor profile. Overall a great experience. We will be back next time we are in the area. read more

Ruby Owl - Brussels sprout and spinach salad with bacon and hazelnuts. Topped with a yummy vinaigrette - Gastropubs Near Me - Oshkosh, Wisconsin

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Stopped in here on Saturday night, was told 20 minute wait, no big deal. We went to the bar to grab a couple drinks. I was excited to see their tap list. An impressive and interesting list of beers. I was surprised to see Westallion Brewery on their tap list as they are a small brewery in West Allis, not near Oshkosh. Wait time was right on target. The menu features a plethora of appetizers, a few salad and soup options, lots of sandwiches and burgers. We both went with the grilled cheeseburger, which was a burger in between the cheeses. Delicious. Fries were thick cut and good. If I find myself back in Oshkosh, I'd go back. read more

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