This was the best breakfast I've had in a long time. My daughter loved the French toast bites from the kids menu. They were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.. absolutely dreamy! The bacon was excellent, and the fried green tomato was a great touch. I appreciated getting lemon and honey with my tea, because that doesn't happen often. Our server was sweet and attentive. We hope to be back soon! read more

Great little spot and friendly service. The food was good it felt it was all a little too sweet for me.

The food was amazing and Clarice did a fantastic job taking care of us. She was funny an made the experience very enjoyable.

I love New Orleans cuisine. I've never had bad food there. Even gas station food is exceptional. However, it's clear that I'm not in New Orleans. Beignets were thick and soggy instead of fluffy. Tried the different Eggs Benedict biscuits. Bland and disappointing. read more

Nothing but praise to my server. Jewell has a great smile and bubbly personality. She did a great job helping the picky eats choose something on the menu. Food came out on time. I'm just glad I had some like her taking care of us. read more

Ordered the White Chocolate Cranberry binets (marketed as a 'starter') and chicken sausage to go. The food was warm and well packed- +1. Tried to order a bag of Yellow Truck coffee which was displayed at the recent (if you know you know) but the hostess didn't know the price and was soon lost in the restaurant trying to find someone who knew the price. Just left without it as it was clear it wasn't going to happen -3. Food was ok but was so cloyingly sweet it defied the title of 'starter' and pounced on the role of dessert with the gusto of a WWE superstar - Dana would be proud. The cranberry was more of a garnish and was thus overpowered by the lemon custard-cream which was sprinkled with white chocolate chips. The binets were flat and greasy - not the puffy, golden brown pastry which is its trademark. The dish was overall disappointing on flavor, composition, and execution. Note that a restaurant which touts 'brunch born in New Orleans' should treat the state donut better! read more

Everything was great; the food, service, and atmosphere. It was our first time and it won't be our last. Be sure to pop for the banana pudding beignets as a starter or desert. We were curious and found the flavors to be outstanding together. It's worth the little extra. read more

Told us 25 to 35 minutes and the never seated us then took us off the wait list without ever calling our names. They took multiple groups in before us that had come in way after we had arrived and they had plenty of seats open. read more

Awesome Food. Awesome service. Fair prices. Great atmosphere. Shrimp & grits!!! Will be back

Always a favorite Brunch spot! The food and drinks are very tasty. The service is very quick and efficient! read more

Ruby Sunshine Brook Highland - Hot Chicken and French Toast Bites - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Food was really fresh and tasty! Our server Olivia was the best. Mimosa flights and bloody Mary's were great as well. We will be back!

Best breakfast!! Olivia was great and always checked if we needed anything! The service was great and the food was even better!! Will definitely be back!! read more

Good service and excellent dishes. This restaurant leads the Birmingham area in all categories. It is worth a look n see. Sit down atmosphere with a nice mimosa (those over 21) smooths the nerves if you know what I mean. Enjoy read more

Ruby Sunshine Brook Highland - Brunch is served - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I thought the service was good, and pleasant atmosphere. The shrimp was a little more over cooked, the biscuit was tough. I overall a just okay experience read more

Excellent food and great service. Will be definitely visiting again! Many options to choose from.

I ate here on a Saturday morning for the second time in about a year with some friends. Both times have been pleasant, and the food has been good. The pancake servings are huge, and come with just a side of bacon. My friends added biscuits and gravy. I got the Southern breakfast both times and both times were good. Their cocktails look creative! They also offer a seasonal mocktail! My main issue with this place and probably why I don't eat here often is the wait times/waitlist/parking. The listing on Yelp says "make a reservation", but that is a lie. They don't take reservations, all they have is a waitlist. It would be about 100x better if they did take reservations simply for crowd control. The parking is absolutely atrocious. They don't have near enough spots, and since people are literally forced to wait there, it just mounts on itself. People have to park across the street and walk over. We joined the waitlist about 45 minutes before arriving, and upon checking in we STILL had to wait another 30 minutes. Don't come here thinking it'll be a quick visit. Overall the food is good but not always worth the hassle to get in. read more

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Olivia is a fantastic server! Attentive and so sweet! Fantastic food! Always a stop when have friends and family in town!!!!

Excellent food and service. The omlettes are all fantastic. Bennys and biscuits and gravy are also my regular go tos.

Visiting this 280 location for the first time. Dedicated parking lot and nice layout of the restaurant! Bar when you walk in and then seating areas to the right and left of it. My coworker and I came for lunch. It did take 15-20 for our meal to come out so make sure you don't have any pressing time requirements! Service was prompt and our drink refills were on repeat! I ordered the Southern breakfast with chicken sausage which gives you variety of all the breakfast things- eggs any way you like them, meat, grits, fried green tomatoe, and a biscuit with butter. I made myself a biscuit sandwich and added some good ole hot sauce - it was yummy but I have had better biscuits. My coworker ordered the sliders and really enjoyed the chicken over the pork one. Overall it was good and definitely was filling! read more

Ruby Sunshine Brook Highland - Southern Breakfast - a nice variety - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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We checked in and got seated right away in a nice big, spacious booth. Our waitress was super sweet and attentive the whole time. For drinks, we started with the Ruby Mimosa, which was good and the Mimosa flight which was kind of sweet. The blue orange was my personal favorite. Onto the food we got a little bit of everything off of the menu. I got the shrimp and grits, which were a little too soupy and lacked flavor. The pancakes for kids were really good. The biscuits and gravy were a favorite of ours. For the Benedict combo, the shrimp was OK but the chicken was really good. Overall a really good experience to try something new. read more

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We had to wait appt 15 minutes before we were wasted, but the speed of service and food delivery from that point was exceptional. And the food was very solid! French toast bites appetizer is a phenom! Biscuits and gravy specialty is a great choice - good biscuits (slightly dry - either overcooked or out of the oven and under a warmer for a little while), excellent white sausage gravy, and perfectly cooked bacon and eggs (ordered scrambled with cheese). My wife ordered Migas were fine but not exceptional. Fun decorated atmosphere as always. We'll be back! read more

The food was good but a little cold. I know their newer to the 280 scene but they seem to be lacking organization. It was very chaotic in there. Our server was friendly but he came to take drink and food orders, deliver food then a check. read more

Ruby Sunshine Brook Highland - One Tomato, Two Tomato and Eggs Cochon Benedict's. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I really enjoyed going to Ruby Sunshine! I got there a little later than I had planned to but everyone greeted me and seated us, showed us where the food and drinks were. They even went in the back and made a fresh plate for us. There was live entertainment and this guy was really good! The atmosphere was great and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves! The man that was playing the guitar and singing pulled the audience right into the song and got one of the ladies from Ruby Sunshine to sing with him and then all of us joined in. We had a lot of fun, we felt welcome and the food was extraordinary! My favorite was the beignet with blueberries and lemon curd. They were fantastic! But then everything we were served was delicious! The atmosphere was relaxed but had a level of energy also! I plan to return. Thank you Ruby Tuesday for a wonderful experience! read more

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Breakfast is my favorite meal and when I found out RS was coming to 280 I was beyond excited. Having eaten at a few of their other locations I had high expectations. In the beginning it was clear they were being run by staff from other locations and the vibe was different and service was great. Slowly it became just different. Food wasn't what it once was, wait staff was just different. I gave them probably three more tries than I should have. I just kept experiencing food issues and I order very basic for breakfast.. scrambled eggs with cheese, pancakes etc should be able to make these at breakfast establishments. I feel like when your this close to other breakfast restaurants that deliver consistent food you have to step your game up. Nice location, nice look inside but food just doesn't deliver to give it 5 stars. read more

No need for a long lengthy review of how the service and food quality is. This is one establishment that I've been to four different locations and they all taste the same! I love it! read more

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Amazing Food! We always went to the original at the Beach and we love the food here, as well. read more

Food was delicious and served timely by an engaging team member. Juice options were plentiful, the biscuits were very tasty along with the pancakes and French toast. Our entire part enjoyed their meal selections. We will return! read more

When I was in New Orleans I was curious about the Ruby Slipper . Fast forward I was looking up breakfast places around the area and behold Ruby Sunshine appeared. I couldn't believe we had one in AL!! It's pretty much the same (Menu) except in NOLA they have a few more drinks that AL doesn't have. I tried the $20 dollar Mimosa flight (Pride) (a bit pricey) (A little small) not going to lie I usually don't like to support political things but I like to drink so...Whatever.. I did like the watermelon Pomegranate and the Blueberry Lavender. I got the Berry Chantilly pancakes w/bacon (extra charge) The pancakes were huge and honestly just blueberry pancakes. Nothing special ..It wasn't as described .(Layered with chantilly cream) It had a small amount on the top lol (A big disappointment) For a starter of course we tried the Bacon bites they reminded us of Twin Peaks Millionaire's bacon . Pretty good:) I also got a Lavender Paloma. It was also good. Hubbie got the French Truck coffee and the Trifecta. We both liked the Bayou Shrimp Benedict the best ..That's the dish right there!! Would I go here again yes!! Will I go to the New Orleans location yes!!! Would I get the flight again NO! Would I get the pancakes again sorry NO! The Bayou Shrimp Benedict was our jam !! Was it pricey? Well only if you like alcohol drinks with your meal as I do. Lol .I'll love you just for that alone no joke NOT EVEN KIDDING ! The waiter was great , the food was pretty fast. I only waited a bit on my Lavender Paloma. All in all if we are down this way again we will come again and we most definitely will check out the Nola location !!!! read more

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Every single visit we get great service in terms of hospitality, and that's it. The food never comes as ordered if it comes at all, every visit is a minimum of 90 minutes from the time you get seated. 45-50 minutes to get food after you order and then another 20-30 if you have any corrections or additions. Waited 30 minutes for a side condiment for a sandwich (that it was supposed to come with standard?) only to end up being told they couldn't get it from the kitchen because of the order of checks. Every time we try to give this place another chance it somehow gets worse. read more

The food and people are awesome! The selections and variety are unique in the Birmingham area. And the drinks go down smooth and easy. I recommend sitting at or around the bar. People and setting are chill. read more

Ruby Sunshine Brook Highland - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I have been to many Ruby Sunshine locations and I always enjoy the experience. Our food was good but the customer service was excellent. The hostess was as sweet as can be and our waitress was excellent. Quick service, friendly, overall good experience. read more

Ruby Sunshine Brook Highland - Avocado toast with over medium egg - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Love the food and atmosphere I had the French toast. Loved it. My server was very attentive. Made us feel very welcome. read more

One of my favorite spots to grab breakfast in Homewood. Usually no waiting on the weekdays, but on the weekends it is helpful to go online and add your name to the waitlist (at least an hour before your arrival if on Sunday). They have indoor and outdoor seating. Outdoor is closed in the cold season. All staff have been pleasant, even on busy days. Parking gets crowded at both locations. If in Homewood on the weekend, be prepared to walk a short way after finding street parking or parking at the public parking lot beside the shops directly across the street. I prefer to sit in a booth as they are more comfortable. Good food! read more

Ruby Sunshine Brook Highland - Appetizer beignet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

The food was absolutely delicious . I love the biscuits and gravy. Very good gravy with large chunks of shrimp and an awesome consistency within the gravy -- not too thin nor too thick. The bacon is good quality bacon that has awesome flavor. The drinks are strong!!!!!!! My only suggestion is the food could have been hotter. Outside of that, very great !!! read more

Starting off- I do want to say that my server Dustin C at the bar was wonderful. However, the food was not. I ordered the Spanish omelette, which is supposedly a favorite dish- and it was absolutely disgusting. The texture was strange for an omelette...do not recommend. The breakfast potatoes were meh. Needed more flavor. The sourdough toast in my plate was about the only good thing I had. I had high hopes for this place... but I was wrong. Won't be back. Should've listened to my mother when she told me it was nothing special. read more

I have loved other locations of this place, and the 280 location was no exception. Ruby Sunshine is one of my favorite brunch places. I always get the same thing, and it's consistently delicious - the Chicken St. Charles, sub hollandaise sauce. It's a biscuit, fried chicken, poached egg, and sauce, and it's delicious! This location has slightly better parking than Homewood (why we picked it) and the food is just as good. Service was great too. Highly recommend! read more

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Sara and Jaden gave us great service this morning! Great food! Nice place to eat breakfast

They have awesome candied bacon. Service was fast and staff was friendly. Colorful decor. Not very crowded on a week day morning. I would definitely recommend it! read more

Great food, Awesome Service! We ordered the Kid's Cinnamon Pancakes and Buttermilk Biscuit Sliders Duo (I mixed and matched with the Pork Cochon and Fried Chicken and Gravy). delicious with either hot sauce or syrup! read more

Ruby Sunshine Brook Highland - Kid's Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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On this great Easter Sunday, I decided to take my girlfriend to Ruby Sunshine. She has been talking about going back to the Reaturant since the Yelp elite event a couple of weeks ago. We started off with the fried green tomatoes, I have been thinking about this from the event. Still the same great taste! One thing I can say about Ruby Sunshine they are very consistent. For drinks we ordered the booze coffee, morning margarita and the blueberry margarita. Always a great start to the day! For entrees we had the St. Peter today is was redfish and it was amazing, fish was very meaty and the great cakes are an excellent tradition. great portion for the price! I had the breakfast tacos add chorizo so so good! I ate all three tacos. I would add a dash of hot sauce for the extra kick! Now I saved the best for last our server Abdal. He was so great!! Very personable, offered great suggestions and made us laugh. I give him 5 stars and a 20+% tip lol. I'm so glad the 280 location is here, we def visit us much as we can. read more