This place is SOOO DELICIOUS!! And the menu boasts so many varieties and is great for those with any dietary restrictions (dairy free, gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, etc.). It is in the beautiful area of downtown Orange and has a nice inside as well as expansive patio. Service was prompt, friendly, and they were able to accommodate our large group of about 20 people. Everyone enjoyed their meals, drinks, and deserts. I had the curry, a hummus appetizer, and a white chocolate macadamia nut cookie; all were amazing. Everything on their menu looked so good it was almost hard to decide what to order. I will definitely be back to try other things here (their salads looked huge and so fresh, as did everything else). Such a great place in a bustling area. read more

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The service and the ambience was amazing! The hostess was also our waitress and she was constantly checking in on us to ensure that we were absolutely happy and enjoyed our meals. We love that. She was also exceptionally friendly. I must also say that the strawberry margarita and the cheese bread is probably one the best I've ever had! Their strawberry margarita had wine in it, which was so interesting and exquisite! The taste and presentation was superb! I ordered the chicken enchilada Verde. It was good and very filling. The quantity and the portion was wonderful. We were celebrating a friend's birthday and she got free cheesecake. How lovely is that!!!! read more

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We came to have a sweet little breakfast but they didn't have many breakfast options. No traditional breakfast. We ended up getting a burrito and coffees. The burrito was ok. And the coffee was actually horrible, I couldn't get past one sip. Neither could my partner. We ordered the special dip of the day, which was hummus, it was good, simple, wholesome. We also got a cookie, it seemed it had been sitting for a few days, the outside was kinda hard and inside was alright. Don't really recommend. The service was good. Everyone was friendly. I wouldn't come back here. read more

Nice location. We.were quickly greeted. We ordered the 1.00 dip/hummus of the month it was green chili dip cream.cheese base. Very good. I ordered the tropical tea and they kindly refilled often. I off the green Verde chilaquilles they were quite good with 2 fried eggs on top. Nicely portioned and great flavor. I did like that they serve breakfast all day. Also ordered mushroom roasted sandwich. So good with the melted toasted cheese bread. Dressing and lettuce complimented it. Very pleased with both orderes. That's a bonus. The weather was quite hot but the umbrellas and shade covered nicely. Server was really nice. Definitely come back. read more

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Meh. We ordered the garlic chicken salad, no carrots. Instead, she put no cucumbers. I asked since there were going to switch it out, if I can have green leaf instead of mixed... they basically picked out the carrots and left it as is, then stated they switched out the mixed greens for spring mix. They did not. The other item we ordered was the Thai bowl. Asked for dressing in the side, instead, they drenched it with the peanut sauce. Unfortunately, based on this experience alone, I won't be back. read more

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I had an amazing lunch here on a weekday afternoon. It was a nice day so we decided to sit on the front covered patio. It was a bit cool so they had their heaters on to keep us comfortable. There is also indoor seating with a charmingly cozy atmosphere in what is formerly a house. Barbara was our server and was informative, attentive, funny, and full of personality - she made our meal all the more enjoyable. The menu here is HUGE with lots of sandwiches, salads, bowls, soups, etc. I ordered the Ruta Club Sandwich and an iced tea. The sandwich was on sourdough bread and contained ham, turkey, cheddar cheese, and tomatoes. Packets of mustard and mayo were put on the side to add as I wanted. The ingredients were fresh, especially the vibrantly flavored tomato slices. A small pasta salad on the side as well as a pickle completed the plate. It was an excellent sandwich. Instead of dessert, I had a coffee drink; Cafe Milano. This Viennese coffee tasted of cocoa and cinnamon with whipped cream on top. Excellent!!! The service, atmosphere, and great food combined to make this a fantastic experience. Note: Parking in the area can sometimes be challenging. When visiting the Orange Circle area I always park in a free structure a couple blocks away on Lemon Street just off Chapman Ave. read more

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I met a friend for lunch and he suggested Rutabegorz because it has a great selection of vegetarian options. The place is very conveniently located in downtown Orange and has a really nice inside and outside area to enjoy the food. The service was great with a friendly staff and also er efficient service. The food was good and very tasty. It is ver close to Chapman University and draws all kinds people. The price was very reasonable and I am looking forward to going again. I haven't been to this location before but it has more room than the one in Fullerton. If you like good food and lots of different options for both meat and vegetarian items, you have come to the right place! read more

Rutabegorz - Dala Garden Salad with Chili Combo - Bowl - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

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Excellent experience on a Saturday late morning, around 11:30 am. We initially were going to the filling station cafe, but as usual is it insanely busy and food is just ok. If you walk down across the street and a few more steps, you'll find this relaxing, welcoming, and quieter restaurant. No wait, plenty of seats, very welcoming staff. Great for a nice breakfast and lunch date or with friends. Food was good, flavorful and delicious, and the sweet potatoes dip was awesome. Good value, good flavor! Professional waiter and staff! read more

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VEGAN REVIEW What a cute spot! And definitely check out the mermaid bathroom :) We sat outside which was lovely & shaded. Inside the A/C was cranking (brrrr) Friendly service. Have to say, I thought they would have more vegan options given what all the reviews said. I had a falafel salad which was fine, nothing to write home about. Very vegetarian friendly, but lots of eggs, cheese & milk so it's not as good for fully plant-based peeps read more

I've had a few dishes here but the chilaquiles veredes are the best in OC hands down. The chips are served a crunchy since the sauce, feta cheese (gives a nice flavor), pico de gallo, and fresh slices avocado melts in your mouth. Service is an A plus with friendly and welcoming smiles from the time you walk in, consistent coffee and water fills until your belly is full. The outdoor ambiance on a nice warm day makes this place a perfect way to start the day before you hit the Orange Circle for antique shopping. Cheers to the servers and cooks. read more

Rutabegorz - Chilaquiles Verdes - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

Yesterday after going to the Hilbert Museum my friend and I had lunch at Rutabegorz in Orange CA. My friend had scrambled eggs and turkey sausage. I had a bowl of cockie leeky soup and half a turkey sandwich. Everything was very good. For fans of such things, cockie leeky soup was one of the items on the April 14th 1912 First Class lunch menu aboard Titanic. Later that night Titanic hit an iceberg. Since I was going back to Los Angeles on the train, I wasn't worried about the train hitting an iceberg. read more

Rutabegorz - Scrambled eggs, turkey sausage, half a turkey sandwich, and a bowl of cockie leeky soup. - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

FOOD is very YUMMY worthy !! SERVICE is FRIENDLY! Willing to write notes back forth to talk with us since we are Deaf people Ambiance is COOL! read more

Craving something warm and cheesy, the breakfast quesadilla did not disappoint. Loaded with egg, cheese and black beans with side of guacamole, sour cream and pico. Couldn't eat it all! Nice, peaceful patio seating in old town Orange. Staff were very outgoing and kind. Made everyone comfortable and made sure everything was good. Large vegetarian menu plus some chicken and tuna based options served beer, wine and mixed drinks. Open at 8 am daily serving breakfast as well as seasonal specials and regular menu items. Great way to start the morning read more

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Ok so cute lil place w a big menu and plenty of seating (outside and inside). Staff is also super sweet which is great :) Only taking off the 2 stars cause food was pretty meh. Bowl was kinda unflavorful and the chimichurri sauce was just cilantro which was pretty overpowering. Idk if I'd go there again but there other food (burritos and stuff) looked pretty good! read more

Rutabegorz - chimichuri bowl - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

Good salad and great apple pie! Their portions are generous. Would definitely go back!

Wow! The homemade soup was fantastic! I tried to go back while I was in the area, but they didn't stay open late enough for me. I highly recommend this place! read more

Fantastic food, excellent service, outside under an umbrella on a wonderful sunny day in California. Ambience is friendly and vibrant. read more

Rutabegorz - Breakfast menu. - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

Parking is a nightmare here. It is right off The Circle. There are a lot of college kids running around. If you plan to park a block or two away, watch for signs. Some street parking is by permit only. Meter maids sit and wait to write tickets. I've been to this place a couple of times but never been inside. I love the patio area on a nice day. You can sit next to the sidewalk and people watch. The menu is pretty extensive. There is something for anyone's taste. The best part is that portions are good and the food is tasty. The brunch food was on point. read more

Came here recently with some family. We all ended up ordering the same salad because we enjoy it so much. Hands down such an incredibly great place to eat healthy food. While the food is great, the service and atmosphere is fantastic as well. Everyone loves a great patio to enjoy a good meal and they certainly do not disappoint. To be honest i also love the inside eating too, especially on a cool (or way too warm) day, but that's just me. Try the cheesecake or cookies for dessert, and let then know Frankie recommended it. It might not get you anything free but i truly enjoy supporting local businesses who do it right. Enjoy! - Updating a bit on 10-28-2024‐ Honestly cannot count how many times I've been here, mostly with my wife before marriage, before we had kids, and now that my son is in college we still come. We appreciate many things about Rutabegorz, both here and in Tustin. Hope to continue to enjoy it more through the years. read more

Rutabegorz - Great patio to sit at, dine and hangout, anytime of day or night. - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

The staff here is always friendly and they recognized us from previous visits. My wife had a breakfast burrito. I had the ratatouille and a side salad. My mother had a crêpe. It was beautiful weather on the outdoor patio where we sat and ate our lunch. At the end of our meal, we took our son inside to choose a cookie. It is no wonder we find ourselves returning to this restaurant again and again. The only thing I would note is that the food comes out very very hot. read more

Rutabegorz - Side Salad with Caesar dressing - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

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Their food is absolutely amazing and I love that the restaurant is part of an old home in old town Orange, which gives us so much. One of my favorite dishes is their leek soup. It's so amazing. The next time you're in old town, Orange stop in for some delicious vegan food. read more

Rutabegorz - The menu is great. Lots of choices - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

Well, you can't beat it for food, service and ambience. Took forever just to get through the menu. There's so many choices. Amanda was our server and was over the top. She recommended anything that came with garlic chicken and said that the salad was fabulous and she was right definitely get a cookie or pie for dessert if there's room. Amanda, you rocked it. read more

I am officially in LOVE with Rutabegorz! The food was AMAZING, all organic ingredients, no GMOs, and the artwork is stunning!!! They have 3d paintings all over the walls! They have a little cozy book nook/table that left my mind blown!!! Very quiet and cozy, and my daughter mentioned "Daddy, this is a plain house!" It looks like a regular home, but a perfect example not to judge a book by its cover. The waitresses and waiters were so friendly and stopped to speak about anything that customers wanted to. A personal comment; the waiter named Chris was very nice and polite. Overall, I am glad I came here and am satisfied with my meal. I guess I need to take a walk to digest this meal, as the portions are HUGE!!! This place is read more

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Been going here for years, just came back after a hiatus. Service was excellent as usual. I ordered Chinese chicken salad, delicious and crunchy and fresh. My wife had the garlic chicken salad (also amazing). Our daughter had the avocado sandwich on squaw bread which she loved. We shared a piece of carrot cake which was delicate and wonderful. read more

Stacey! Stacy! Stacy! We were strolling the historic streets of old town Orange and stumbled into this very hard to pronounce little café .. Stacy, our waitress was so sweet and so helpful. We had so many questions and she answered them all. Most of the items are vegan, but they do have a lot of chicken items. I had a tuna salad on sourdough bread with fresh cantaloupe on the side. " and I mean fresh.!" They have an extensive menu , which made it so hard to decide what to have. We know we're going to be back and I'm going to have their BLT. Stacey was so sweet. It was a hot day and she filled up too water cups to go and said. " you gotta stay hydrated out there." We love this town ... very dog friendly too read more

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Came here on a Saturday afternoon for a quick bite -- we all got salads -- met Chris, who made the meal special; his energy made the meal so much better! Food was great !! Chris was amazing!! Service was quick! Huge menu! Vegans heaven! read more

Rutabegorz - Crushed the salads - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

Haven't been in awhile but great as ever, especially service and atmosphere. Food variety is outstanding for a small kitchen and plates hit the table by the time I stirred the sugar in my tea! And thankful to have 20+ yr server Marco. read more

I've been here a couple of times. Parking can sometimes be a pain, but they do have a back lot of you're lucky to get a spot. I love sitting inside. It's cute like a house. I've sat on the patio too. I actually like this location better than the one in Fullerton (in terms of ambiance). The food is always so delicious. My friends and I shared chicken nachos. I had a sandwich. It was delicious, but a sandwich I can make at home. What I ordered isn't their fault and I'm not going to fault them for my choices. I decided to go lite because of the shared nachos. I've had the garlic chicken pasta there too and it was divine. The service was amazing the two times I've been here. I absolutely can't complain. Everyone was so attentive! After breakfast, lunch or dinner you can take a stroll around the circle. It's so much fun! read more

Here's a place I tried the veggie burger at. I ordered a double burger here because I thought it would be good to do that. I ordered it a while ago. I went in and then I thought they only put one patty in after I looked, so I went back because I i figured I paid for it so I want to get what I paid for accurately. And then they checked and they told me they were indeed two patties- he showed me. So it was my mistake for sure. I rated this one 9/10. It had a different taste than a lot of the other veggie burgers european taste a little bit. The people there were very nice. Very interesting how you park on the side near the front and then you drive around the place in the back and come out the other end. read more

First time at the Orange location! Having grown up in Tustin, I've been dined at that location for years. I happened to be walking around old towne Orange yesterday afternoon when my tummy gave a little rumble. In an effort to try to eat better this year, it was like it was meant to be: ah ha! A hearty salad from Rutzbegorz! Immediately upon sitting down, I was greeted and my beverage order was taken. I opted for something different - the quinoa Thai salad. They had a monthly black bean hummus and tortilla chips for $1, which I also decided to try. Even though the quinoa Thai salad was billed as a "smaller salad," it was definitely still filling. Note that with the "regular" sized salads, I usually have leftovers. This one made the perfect meal for someone who was very hungry. There was also a kale salad as a special that looked very appealing -- well, many of their salads sounded wonderful. But I was happy with my choice. I loved the peanut dressing. All throughout my meal, the service was attentive. There is indoor and outdoor seating; I love all the courtyard tabled outside! Even if you don't have to visit the loo, do visit, as the mermaid decor in the women's room is charming. 2024: 8/100 read more

This is a review years and years in the making. In a world that leans more and more into generic chains, Rutas is so very special. The service, ambiance, and food is of the highest quality. And each of the three charming locations is worth your time. This one sits right next to the Rutas bed & breakfast. read more

Rutabegorz - Inside - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

The first time, my partner and I stumbled upon this place while we were walking to see what we would have for dinner. It was indeed a hidden gem. We were greeted by two men, and we decided to sit outside. We had the $1 monthly special sundried tomato with roasted peppers Hummus, and it was not spicy but tasted fresh, healthy, and good. This is totally healthier than having fries , hehe. My drink was on point. They made my Arnold palmer perfectly. My partner asked the man who is Bilingual (I know since I asked him a few questions and talked in both languages with him) what he recommends as being their best dishes and he informed my partner that it is their pastas and sandwiches (maybe there was something else but I sure recall these two categories). This man was friendly, patient, and very welcoming, and his co-worker who took our food order was also welcoming and friendly. I ordered the garlic chicken pasta with white sauce. It was savory, and all the flavors just went well together. I am not big on pasta dishes, but this was IT. I saved some for the following day, and boy, it tasted better than the first time I had it asking with the bread. The dish also comes with a piece of fruit(watermelon, melon, etc). 5/5 My partner had their chicken pesto pasta, and they liked it. They rated their dish 4/5 The second time, I went with my friend just to ensure it was not a fluke, but it was not. She also ordered the chicken garlic pasta, and she loved it. 5/5 This time around, they had heated lamps since we sat outside. This spot is very homey, and there is a lot of space in the outside area . They also have some space to dine in inside. They have a lot of food options and happy hour(I have posted some pictures). I highly recommend it if you have not tried it. read more

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My mother-in-law took me shopping for an afternoon in downtown Orange & recommended this place for lunch! It is in a quaint little house next to the Chapman University campus & downtown Orange. It was very peaceful and had a unique setup. The waitress was friendly and made sure we were caught up on all the new featured dishes on the menu. I ordered a falafel plate- I've never had it before! It was delicious- I loved how fresh the vegetables were and the rice was cooked perfectly. My only complaint was the falafel balls were a little dry. I am not familiar with falafel though, so maybe they are naturally a little dry? Other than that, this place was amazing. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a quaint restaurant with a large menu! read more

Rutabegorz - Falafel Plate - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

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Yes. Best healthy restaurant around. The salad's are big and tasty. I think there are 4 locations. All of them are good and different designs. I really like the Fullerton location. Wonderful patio. read more

I got the pasta Alfredo I recommend it and my baby is a picky eater.and she loves it and my sister got the salmon Caesar salad . The waiter was very. Patient. read more

Rutabegorz - I got the pasta Alfredo it is really good and I love it and my baby loves the pasta Alfredo and I recommended - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

I reallyy like the food and the ambience and the older gentlemen's is really nice. Last time I went there I was served by a young waitress named named Joanna. I wonder if she's the bosses daughter because she's not much for customer service . I did not get a warm reception from her during my visit. She came up and took my order. She never smiled, and she had an aloof tone of voice like someone who who would rather be left alone than interact with customers she didn't really treat me like a bother, but whenever she stopped on my table and she asked me if I need anything else she acted more like a robot and I think she just did it to save face. unless they replace with someone who is more people-centric I don't think I'll go back. read more

I love this place! The service is great and the servers are attentive. The food always taste fresh, and I feel so healthy after eating here. In addition, they have $1 chips and dip every month and it's so fun to try the different concoctions they come up with. I ordered the turkey, Brie, and green apple sandwich, which came with a pickle, watermelon slice, and pasta salad. My boyfriend ordered a buffalo chicken sandwich, which also came with the above sides. Lastly, it is dog friendly! read more

This is our first visit. The place is located in a quaint and picturesque part of Orange, just north or the Circle. Rear parking is limited, but it looked like street parking was free and reasonable for an 11AM meeting with 4 more, party of 6. Seating was immediate and the group opted for patio on a perfectly summery November day. Note that Glassell is a fairly busy secondary route here, so there is a fair bit of road noise, though not so bad it's a conversation killer (mostly). You'll be looking at a fairly enormous menu: I can't recommend highly enough to browse Yelp's info or go to Rutabegorz' own online menu (no pictures, but adequate descriptions) before you plop down, unless you're looking to kill time. Wife opted for the day's special, Eggplant Parmesan. She liked it. Didn't rave, but liked it. I aimed for the Peasant Mushrooms, but whiffed on that, so I decided the weekly special Veggie Lasagna might be OK. Well, it was OK, but just that. My old maxim that you don't try Italian at a generalist restaurant still holds true. A bit bland, with a sauce that could've been Contadina or maybe Prego. Fortunately, they carry sriracha and that saved it for me. That's a decidedly mixed view of the food, I'll admit. But it's a different story on the service. This place has a *g-r-e-a-t* wait staff. Marco was on the spot with us, and the bus/assistant (sorry, didn't catch a name, dude, but you're fantastic!) was right on top of everything, even as the place started to fill with lunch hour diners. Not only efficient, but genuinely friendly and glad to be helping us. While no one goes to a place just for the service, this service added a whole star to this review! Keep that going, add a little more oomph to the tomato sauce, and this could be a go-to local place. Freeway convenient and ensconced in a diverse shopping and commercial area if you like a stroll with your meal. read more

This place isn't my first choice for picking restaurants near the circle, but it's pretty good. A lot of healthier options...vegan/GF friendly. HUGE menu with so many options, which makes me question places like this .... Can everything on their menu be that good when they have 50+ options? I don't know. I came here with a group of 5 during a weekday and it initially took us a while to get any service, but it was crowded that day. We finally ordered and I got the garlic chicken sandwich, and it was really good. Hearty portion and good garlicy flavor. They had a special going on with some kind of jalapeno dip with chips for $1 more. We opted for two of these too. Food was good. The sandwich roll was thick and filling. It came with a little pasta salad that was delicious too. I would be back to try other things on the menu but not in a hurry. read more

Rutabegorz - Garlic chicken sandwich - huge and delicious! - Wraps Near Me - Orange, California

Came here for lunch and it was packed so we sat inside. Our waitress was pretty friendly and helped us right away. I ended up ordering the BBQ Chicken Fiesta Salad and it was huge. I didn't realize it was gonna be so big. It had great flavor. I would have liked more chicken but it was still good. I want to go back to try some other items from the menu and I also heard the desserts are amazing. Till next time!!! read more