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    Ruby's Diner

    3.1 (744 reviews)
    ModerateDiners, Burgers, American
    Open • 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    RUBY'S DINER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Denver Omelet
    J C.

    Taking mum to try out new brunch place for her tastebuds. Longer drive to get here, but looks like she did enjoyed her meal and the waitress was great! She was attentive to our orders! Love the oldies style 60-70s feel and the music was amazing with the good old days feeling!

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    Yolanda S.

    Stopped by on a blazing hot day at Citadel Outlets when we just needed somewhere with AC to sit and recharge, shopping there really takes it out of you. Ruby's Diner is right by the entrance and main parking lot next to Levi's, super easy to spot. The retro diner vibe is cute, and the service was genuinely friendly, staff were welcoming and attentive without being over the top. Food wise, it is more about comfort than flavor. Everything came out fast, portions were generous and easy to share, but the taste was pretty standard. Overall, it is a convenient, easy spot to cool off, relax, and take a quick break before getting back to shopping.

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    Laurie L.

    Super fast service, basic American food choices and an all time classic shake is enough to want to take a break from window shopping and the like. Ruby's Diner is a staple in most outlets and because of its location, the noise level would depend on the day of the week and/or time of the day. I happen to dine past lunch on a Monday, so everything was quiet. Food was good as always with no fancy grade of beef or chicken. It's hearty comfort food and the best kind when you need energy for more shopping!

    Ruby's Chili - Bowl
    Nevaeh G.

    I came into Ruby's Diner after a day of shopping at the Citadel Outlets. I ordered the chili and my boyfriend got the patty melt with fries. I loved the chili was a 10/10 and the patty was also good. I would recommend for a nice bite with good service, especially in the heat since there's AC.

    Apple, Pecan & Bleu Cheese Salad (with crispy Chicken Tenders)
    Molly L.

    We came here with a large group of friends and everyone enjoyed the food. I had the apple, walnut and blue cheese salad and it was very good and fresh. It came standard with the balsamic vinaigrette but we asked for ranch on the side, which was so good! The ranch was homemade and fresh, very tasty. Also tried some of the French fries, sweet potato fries, and the grilled cheese. The grilled cheese had some burnt cheese on it and it was delicious. The fries were also pretty good, but a little more on the bland side. The service was a little slow and we felt that the waiter had a little too many folks he was helping. But we did appreciate that he could do each order individually in terms of payment so that was nice.

    Winnie L.

    I come here a few times a year when I visit the Citadel to get some shopping done during the seasonal sales. The restaurant is always busy but I have never had to wait to get seated. The staff is very efficient and clears tables and cleans them immediately after the guest leaves. I always get the mushroom Swiss burger and upgrade to sweet potato fries. The food comes out super fast and is always fresh and tasty. The price has gone up in the past few years to keep up with inflation but I feel that it's still a pretty good deal. Especially with unlimited fries! Parking is plentiful in the Citadel. Restrooms are surprisingly clean. Staff is friendly. No wonder I eat here every time I go shopping at the Citadel!

    Hayden L.

    There's nothing too special about this place except that it's the only dine-in table service restaurant at the Citadel. It's a typical 50s diner. 50s decor and red and white booths. The food was fine, nothing to write home about. The Albacore Melt hit the spot, but it wasn't special. Service was fine. It will get the job done if you want burgers and shakes at a sit-down place. Otherwise, you may be better off at the outlet food court.

    Bacon Cheeseburger w/seasoned fries
    Leon S.

    Had heard a lot about this place, never been around where one was serving. Until I was in City of Commerce. I was blown away with their service. Everyone was pleasant to talk to, servers came around often to make sure you had everything for your meal. The food came out in record time. By the time we finished ordering our milkshake was already at our table in under 5mins it felt. Where it does lack... is in cleanliness. I might've come after lunch rush so I understand. But the service & food was amazing.

    Corned Beef Hash
    Lisa P.

    Getting together with family for a birthday celebration. What better place to meet for fun is the outlet stores. Yes this location is inside the citadel outlet store. Ruby's has a private parking lot just for Ruby's customers which is very easy for parking. They have a one hour parking limit but they will make exemptions for large parties. The staff is friendly and willing to assist. They took great care of our large party. The food was tasty, hot and delicious. Once again great place to meet family. Shop later if you want but move your car

    Seafood Combo
    Shantel S.

    I stopped by Ruby's Diner after shopping at the Citadel Outlets. I ordered the seafood combo with the fried fish and shrimp. The food was very good, the fish and shrimp were crispy and seasoned well . Note the combo does not come with a drink however the large portions make up for it. The service was good and the staff stopped by my table a few times to ensure I had everything I needed. I would recommend to anyone shopping nearby that wants a quick and tasty bite before heading home.

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    Mickey B.

    First time at Ruby's Diner and we just ordered Frings (combination of Fries and Onion rings ($9.49), a kids Vanilla Malt ($5.99) a coffee shake ($7.99) and a Mint Chip Shake ($7.99). We really enjoyed everything. The onion rings were nice and crisp and the fries were average shoe string fries. This is a classic diner with an old Nash Car right behind the Host/Hostess stand. Our server was Brianna and she was great. They have a decent sized menu with salads, burgers, sandwiches and a few other items to choose. We just needed a mid afternoon snack/treat.

    Cobb Salad
    Bill L.

    I have never been to the citadel but we had an appointment near by. We were seated right away! Jason was our server and he was attentive and super nice!! Our food came out very quickly and my salad was so fresh and tasty with plenty of Ranch!!

    Kris L.

    It was my first time at Ruby's Diner, and I went there with my sister three weeks ago. I ordered the bacon burger, and it was delicious. The Oreo milkshake was also amazing smooth, creamy, and definitely a must-have with your meal. I would gladly come back again!

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    Stephany was a great waitress. She was so nice and helpful, and she made me smile. Would come back to see stephany.

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    I like the 59s ambiance of it ... Love the garlic fries!!! Why coz it is good and it is unlimited !!!

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    ordered a drink from them on uber eats but never got it everything else was ok. why pay for a drink if im not going to get it?

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    Ask the Community - Ruby's Diner

    Did the chili recipe change? It Used to be shredded beef chili and more savory, now it's ground beef chili like canned, was it changed?

    I recently visited Ruby's Diner, and I noticed this, too. I was looking forward to the chili cheese fries that I remember (I've moved to Georgia, and they don't have Ruby's Diner where I live). I was disappointed when I realized the chili has… 

    Are dogs allowed on the patio?

    I believe so

    What happened to the location in canoga park/woodland hills area. Why did it close?

    I don’t know but the Yorba Linda,CA location was also closed. Does anyone know why?

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    The LKSD  - 10 oz Filet

    The LKSD

    4.1(2.6k reviews)
    4.6 mi
    •$$$

    Best steaks in Downey Great music and the service is…read morealways on point!!!!! If you're ever in the city of downey this place is a must. They won't disappoint.

    Everything was good EXCEPT the STEAK.. No... Seriously…read more This was probably the biggest steak disappointment I've had in a while. The place comfy, the ambience is dark and bar-like, the drink vibes look chill, I have no complaints about the service. The service was good and the staff was nice. All this makes the steak disappointment that much worse for me. We ordered Ribeye and Shrimp Salmon Lobster Mac and Cheese Asparagus Lobster Roll (Sushi) A drink from the bar The Steak.. The steak came served on a cast-iron skillet. I ordered it medium-well. It arrived a little more medium than usual, but that was not an issue. What disappointed me was the puddle the steak was sitting in. Traditionally said puddle is a mixture of butter, thyme, and whatever seasonings you used on the steak when cooking it. In this case, that puddle was flavorless. It really tasted like the steak was just sitting in a flavorless oil. The steak was very bland, very difficult to think someone could send out a piece of meat out like that, especially when you find out what it costs. It was not worth it and not worth the final tab unfortunately. Really wanted to find a steak W for Downey but I don't see myself being interested in this place again.

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    New York Steak, Sweet potatoes Fries, Old Fashioned Original

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    Toast  Downey

    Toast Downey

    3.8(1k reviews)
    5.3 mi
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    Veteran-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Toast has been on my list of places to check out for a couple of years, and a friend put it back on…read moremy radar back in April. Just a couple of weeks ago, my friends and I were considering our options for where to have brunch to celebrate one of our friend's retirement. Toast was one of the names I dropped in the metaphorical hat, and it won the vote of a few. My friends were surprised that I had named a spot I hadn't yet tried since I'm usually the "foodie" of the group. However, another girl in the group who had been here before vouched for it. I'm glad I finally got to try this place this past weekend, and I cannot wait to return! There were so many things on their menu that I wanted to try. A couple of the ladies ordered green chilaquiles, the friend we were celebrating ordered the Spanish Omelet, another woman I'd met that day had the bacon and eggs, another one ordered the Biscuits and grave with a side of bacon that looked perfectly crispy. I wish I had taken pictures of the plates as it all looked so lovely! I didn't even take a picture of my own food haha. I had my eyes on an omelet, one of the Benedicts or the Chicken n Waffle. In the end, the chicken and waffle won. It comes served with a little container of maple syrup with bacon pieces. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The waffle was delicious, though I did request for some extra syrup on the side. To drink, a few ladies ordered mimosas, one ordered an iced caramel coffee, and I ordered the Carajillo. I fell in love with this drink last summer in Mexico and do not often see it on the menu. I love the subtle citrus notes the Licor 43 adds to this espresso drink. It is very similar to an espresso martini, and theirs comes topped with a toasted marshmallow. I honestly wanted to try almost every item in their Tipsy Barista section of their drinks. I'll just have to come back that many more times :) Plenty of parking in the mall lot. It does get pretty packed during peak hours. Fortunately I had called ahead to put our group of 6 down. We went in on Saturday around 11:30. It slowed down a bit while we were eating, but started to get busy again after 1. Otherwise, we might have been forced to honor their 90-minute rule. All in all, a great experience from everyone in our group. No complaints on the wait, service or food. That certainly deserves a toast. Great job, Toast!

    I was taken here for my birthday brunch, and it turned out to be a great choice! The atmosphere was…read moreamazing--lively, stylish, and perfect for celebrating a special occasion. I ordered the steak and eggs along with a margarita flight, and everything was fantastic. The food was delicious, the drinks were fun to try, and the service was excellent from start to finish. The only thing that caught me off guard was the price--it's definitely on the more expensive side. But if you have the budget and want to treat yourself to a nice brunch, I'd 100% recommend giving this place a try. Great food, great drinks, excellent service, and an awesome brunch atmosphere. Definitely made my birthday feel special!

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    Bestia

    Bestia

    4.3(8.5k reviews)
    4.8 mi•Downtown
    •$$$

    My siblings and I came to visit my cousin and her husband from Chicago, and decided to dine in at…read moreBestia on Saturday night, September 6th! For all of us it was our first time at Bestia, they picked the restaurant and glad to say it was a great pick! Everyone enjoyed our time here together for the first time. The experience was amazing from the welcoming of our waitress and the detailed menu descriptions she gave to fun fact about the name of the restaurant! The restaurant was well lit and sounded like everyone was having a great time, laughing and catching up with one another! As well as the staff helping each other out and making sure everyone was satisfied! Angelica, our waitress, was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, as well as the rest of the staff! She helped us pick our entrees and appetizers as well. Angelica made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our meal from making sure our drinks were refilled or bringing another round of drinks, to bringing clean plates for every entree we received! The bone marrow and branzino was definitely a 100/10, my brother who hates fish actually tried it and loved it! The bone marrow left everyone at the table speechless! Thank you to everyone at Bestia, especially our waitress, Angelica, for a wonderful dinner!

    I can't believe I haven't written a review for Bestia... it's one of the top Italian restaurants in…read moreLos Angeles, HANDS DOWN. Every time I eat here, I am already thinking of my next time back. I love their pastas to the moon and back, they are al dente but not too firm, the sauces are so good and flavorful, and each bite just makes me want to take the next bite. My favorite pastas: 1. Squid Ink Spaghetti - lobster. serrano. meyer lemon. micro shiso 2. Cavatelli alla Norcina - ricotta dumplings. pork sausage fresh thyme. shaved truffles Their appetizers are also really great, the grilled prawns are SO good, you can taste the sweetness of the prawn and the sauce doesn't overwhelm it. For entrees, their ribeye and porkchop are our favorites. The ribeye is so tender and cooked to perfection. The pork chops are juicy and not dry at all. SERVICE // is usually good, although our last time our server wasn't really around much and didn't even introduce any dishes to us. We thought hopefully that it was a fluke. AMBIANCE // romantic and beautiful interior, Bestia is in the arts district of Downtown Los Angeles. PARKING // Valet parking is available for $15, otherwise you can look for street parking nearby. If you haven't made your way to Bestia yet, you must!! It's not the cheapest meal in town but well worth the $$$.

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    Dal Rae Restaurant - Prime Rib Rare

    Dal Rae Restaurant

    4.2(2.3k reviews)
    3.6 mi
    •$$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Fine dining

    Lydia was our wonderful server. She was attentive, nice and on the spot with her customer service…read more The food was excellent and exceptionally well cooked. I have never ever ever had so many bread in my life ! The calamari was so good. I mean the batter was light and not greasy and easy to eat. The seabass and prime rib were out of this world ! Hats off to her and the staff that assisted her.

    Meals like this reminds me why I need to come here more often. One of the most exceptional meals…read moreand stellar service my family and I have had in a while. Lydia our waitress and her team were phenomenal and their attention and hospitality definitely elevated our dining experience. I lost count as to how many times they cleaned our table and changed our plates. Manager also went around the room checking on each table, he even lead the saxophonist/ musician of the night to each birthday table serenading the special guest to a song. Now about the food! Signatures here are the peppered steak (flown in from Chicago), prime rib (better than Lawry's!) and the sea bass ala Ben (decadently delicious). Yes we got one of each and then some. My personal favorite was the prime rib eye cap (8oz at mkt price, currently $125) and it was cooked to perfection (medium)...completely devoured. Another must that's not on the menu are their soufflés (Grand Marnier and chocolate) which we had each...and completely inhaled. My family and I have had our fair share of fine dining meals including such places like The French Laundry and I must say that the level of service tonight was reminiscent of that caliber without the stuffiness. We are already planning to return at least two more times for separate occasions.

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