I don't know how I had never been here nor heard of it before, but I will definitely be back. I stopped in for breakfast after a morning event and really enjoyed the eclectic environment. The menu is solid, with good variety. I ordered the A La Crossing Benedict, side of gravy, lefse, side Norwegian potato cake, and peach ginger hot tea. I was thrilled to find the hot tea was loose leaf in a pot brought to the table. It's a lovely touch. The Benedict had perfectly crispy bacon and so much asparagus. The egg yolks were perfectly runny and the hollandaise had great flavor. I picked the house salad with champagne vinaigrette for the side and enjoyed that as well. I tried the gravy on some of the sourdough bread and it had a great flavor. The biscuits and gravy will probably be something I order next time because it was so good. When I read they season their sausage in-house I knew I had to try it even though I wanted the Benedict. The Norwegian Potato Cake was a delight! I love every take on a potato pancake or latke and this one had great flavor. The Lefse was a perfect treat to end- I had the traditional with just butter, sugar, and cinnamon. (I had leftovers of this and ate it at home with extra butter and a little syrup also.) This place is a gem and I am so glad I stumbled upon it! read more

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I did like Ruth's and service was good and pleasant . Flavor of food was very good. The serving size was smaller than I anticipated but in the end it was all I wanted and I was fully satisfied. I started with a cappuccino which was excellent. Large mug, excellent froth and the coffee was rich and bold ! I ordered the half order of biscuits and gravy with 2 eggs on top. I enjoyed the food, flavor and richness of the gravy. The gravy was stocked with sausage crumbles which added the full flavor. The eggs were fried a tad harder than I desire but they were tasty and topped the meal well. The price was more expensive than I anticipated but not crazy. Ruth's is a little of a distance for me which is how I base my final rating. I liked it and will go again if I am in the area during their hours of operation. But I would not pass some equally good cafes closer to me. If you are in the keystone area I recommend you stop read more

I've been coming here for years now and didn't realize I've never written a review. I come here for breakfast more than lunch and no matter what I get it's always good. Today opted for blue berry pancake and side of sausage with an iced hazelnut latte. It's standard diner vibes, which is all I want/need for breakfast. My friend got the traitor with ham and potatoes and said it was good! Service is always friendly and food comes out fast and hot. read more

Ruth's Cafe - 1 Huge Pancake (blue berry) Sausage Patties iced hazelnut latte The Traitor Aka the Jon Snow Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Such a unique and charming restaurant! Art covers the walls, giving the space a warm, homey feel. We chose to sit outside and had a very kind server, though it did feel like he forgot about us a few times. Here's what we tried: + Quiche of the day (ham & cheese) with breakfast potatoes - Just okay. I wish the ham had been sourced locally, but the potatoes were great! + Brisket breakfast bowl - Also just okay. The brisket was cubed, which we weren't expecting, and overall the dish could've used a bit more flavor. Interested in trying other brunch items on the menu at some point! read more

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The food is good, get a cheesecake pancake. Service is always good and quick. Ambiance is super kitschy but cute.

I can't believe I haven't left a review for Ruth's Cafe yet. I rave to everyone I know about how amazing their blueberry pancakes are. Even with the change in ownership, they remain the same: as big as the plate, chock full of FRESH blueberries (if you order them that way like I do), and light and fluffy. I think about them all the time and always start planning our next trip in once we leave (there have been instances of us coming here multiple weekends in a row lol). My husband always likes to order the potato omelet and absolutely loves it. It's a huge portion, comes with a little side salad and toast/jam. I have strayed from the pancakes a few times to try something savory and have enjoyed those dishes too, but I have never had pancakes anywhere near as good as Ruth's elsewhere in Indy, so I like to get those when we come in. read more

Ruth's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

My husband and I have been to Ruth's at least once a month for the past 5 or 6 years. We missed a few months due to illness but returned today. I ordered the blackboard special veggie quiche and fruit and coffee. I was shocked when served my meal. The quiche was about 1" tall, the color of refried beans with some charred bits of unidentifiable something on top. It was somewhat triangular about 2" wide and 3" long at the longest point. The crust was a gelatinous mystery. I took a small bite--it was not edible. So I tried my micro-mini portion of fruit, literally 3 grapes, a thin slice of apple, a thin slice of orange one strawberry cut into 5 pieces. THAT'S IT! The coffee was fine but cost $4. Did you know you can get a cup of black coffee at Starbucks for $2.45. Ruth's Bloody Mary was listed at $$14. WTAF? The Canal Bistro has an AWESOME BLOODY MARY FOR $6. I finally stopped our waitress and asked what happened? She said "new owners". I said "former custermers . WE WILL NOT BE BACK. " what a shame. read more

Ruth's is just a gem. We tried it years ago and fell in love immediately. You have fun artwork and wall hanging that change when they are sold. You have painted walls with chalkboard specials. It is the true essence of a cute little cafe. We always have breakfast, and they have a large lunch menu too. I'm the warm seasons they have outdoor seating. The staff are like a family and give the BEST service. If you are going on a weekend morning be prepared to wait as their will probably be a line. My favorite here are their omelettes or scrambles with a fluffy pancake! read more

Ruth's Cafe - Dining area - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

My brother and I went to Ruth's and had a great brunch! It felt like we were in & out in a flash! When we sat down we were quickly greeted by amour very nice waitress who took/brought our drinks quickly! The margaritas & mimosas are 10/10! We ate the "Build your Own" Scramble & Ruth's Crab Eggs Benedict... which again came out in like 5-6 mins! We were shocked it was actually our food! lol It's not a huge space in there but not cramped by any means in my opinion! Great spot! read more

Ruth's Cafe - Ruth's Crab Benedict , Roasted Potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The food was fine - it wasn't as flavorful as I expected. The cookies were amazing though. I understand why people rave. Service was good. The waitress was nice and refilled our drinks regularly. Ambiance was casual and cozy. It was a wonderful place to be on like a weekend morning. read more

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Hopping place! Very stimulating atmosphere- cute colorful decor, very loud when full of patrons. Wide variety of menu items. Food was lukewarm upon arrival. Some people in our party liked their food, others thought it was meh. read more

I wanted a cute Sunday brunch and Ruth's Cafe was one of Yelp's favorites in north Indy! I arrived at 12pm and there was a 5 minute wait. Upon entering, I couldn't help but notice how cute and kitschy this place is - vibrant colors, pop culture references on the walls, and quirky furniture. I ordered the spinach melt on focaccia with a side salad, which was served in less than 10 minutes. Wow - the spinach melt was packed with tang and juicy from the roasted tomatoes. It had enough swiss cheese for a cheese pull (so satisfying). The focaccia wasn't in a traditional focaccia rectangle shape - it was the size of a large English muffin. However, the focaccia was soft, moist, and flavorful. I would love to buy focaccia to-go from Ruth's if possible...it was *that* good! I'm definitely coming back to Ruth's for it's cozy vibe, excellent customer service, and high quality food. There are plenty of vegetarian options to choose from for my next visit! read more

Ruth's Cafe - Spinach melt on focaccia with side salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Came for brunch this time around.. good as always. The menu had plenty of options.. they always have a scramble special and quiche special. I've tried the quiche many times and it is always top notch. Today I decided to go for a benedict - but with a twist potato pancake base instead of english muffin. Very good - perfect poached egg - lovely hollindaise... i didn't realize it didn't have ham on it - but i re-read the menu and that was my mistake! Server was quick with my coffee and a refill. Also, you can scan your receipt's qr code and pay with apple pay. No need to wait for your card to be run. The place has a super funky vibe- all the tables are different. Let me try to explain the table next to me had a colts pattern top and mine a super hero. The chairs have decoupage - really cute. read more

Ruth's Cafe - The Traitor Aka the Jon Snow Benedict and salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Nice spot for brunch, the atmosphere is nostalgic and cozy. Food was good and service was even better. Variety of items to choose from, I had the Crab Benedict (a crab cake topped with sunnyside up egg) and side of fruit. I plan to explore the menu further. read more

Ruth's Cafe - Ruth's Crab Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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We were able to get in just before closing and were seated immediately. This place has a bistro feel to it, small, quaint and cozy. Every day they feature a different omelette and quiche. I ordered the salmon omelette: Smoked salmon, fresh sautéed spinach and cream cheese. Served with your choice of slow-roasted potatoes, fresh fruit, or house salad with champagne vinaigrette, plus sourdough toast. The omelette was huge enough to get a doggy bag and was very satisfying. I'll definitely be returning. read more

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Had brunch at Ruth's Café and ordered "The Traitor... aka The Jon Snow," and honestly, I now understand why the North keeps fighting for this man. Served on homemade Norwegian potato cakes, the dish was comforting enough to survive a winter beyond the Wall. My side of fruit was fresh, and the service was fast and attentive... no betrayals here. We also noticed several diners around us ordering the Jon Snow too, so it's clearly the fan favorite of the realm. Pretty good brunch spot. I'd definitely return before winter comes. read more

Ruth's Cafe - The Traitor...aka Jon Snow benedict with a side of fruit. (and Tapatio added on top). - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I received a gift card and went for my anniversary. Fantastic food, great service, nice classy restaurant! What a beautiful place to spend our anniversary. I would love to go again. Hoping for more gift cards because it's not cheap but the food is so rich you will not be disappointed. read more

The ambiance and vibe of the cafe was the best. Super cute and plenty of room for people without feeling too cramped. We arrived around 9:15 on a Sunday morning and were seated within 10 mins. This was our second time in about 10 years so we wanted to check it out again. I'm a huge fan of lefse so we came here with that in mind. Food: I got a coffee, the lefse, and the brisket hash. My husband got a double order of biscuits and gravy, with a side of bacon and a Diet Coke. The lefse was amazing, just like I remembered. I thought the brisket would be shredded and it was cut up in chunks, almost like a smoked sausage consistency. The flavor was good, but I don't think I'd choose that again. The coffee was regular and they had cream and sugar on the tables. My husband wasn't thrilled about the biscuits and gravy, but he's picky and thought the sausage had a weird taste to him. (It not their chorizo sausage gravy, which I had last time and it was fantastic!) All in all, I'm glad we have it a 2nd shot. It was pricey ($67 with tip) so I doubt we will be back for awhile. There are plenty of cheaper breakfast options in Indy, but it was ok to splurge I guess. Thanks for the lefse and great decorations! read more

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Came here on a Sunday morning because we had a certificate to use. It's on the south side of 86th street in a strip mall across from Maggiano's. They have tables set up outside for dining, but it was a brisk morning so everyone was eating inside. They appear to have a couple of rooms inside, although we didn't venture beyond the intimate main room that we were seated in. Service was prompt and excellent. Gratefully, we saw their daily specials written on a chalkboard wall behind the entrance. My wife selected the Scramble Du Jour ($12) which were scrambled eggs with a variety of vegetables and included potatoes and toast. I chose the Skillet Special ($14) which included an egg with sausage, gravy, cheddar cheese, onions, and peppers. It was a decent portioned plate and had excellent flavor. I would absolutely order it again. If we lived closer, we would be regulars here. They have some unique menu options I would be interested in, such as their cheesecake pancake offering. With all of the options around, I do highly recommend this place if you're looking for a good breakfast. read more

I've been here a couple of times but most recently stopped in for a quick lunch. As always, this casual breakfast/lunch spot was hopping, with all the outdoor tables full on a temperate summer day. No worries, the indoor space has so much to keep your senses occupied! This was the first time that I had noticed the umbrellas on the ceiling, along with a drum and cymbal. I was seated at table covered in rainbow Day of the Dead style skulls, and my chair had Star Trek decoupage adorning it. The whole place is quirky like that, makes it that much more fun! The friendly and fast waitress Varonnica arrived quickly with my coffee. Bonus for me that RC serves breakfast all day! They have such a diverse menu that I'd be sure there's something to suit everyone's taste. I ordered a spinach omelette with side salad and wheat toast. During my short wait, I was able to look around and really enjoy the uniqueness of the pop-culture decor here. Most of the tables are two or four tops, with a couple places along the wall perfect for larger groups. It is a little loud for private meetings in the main space, but not so much that you can't carry on a normal conversation. It's just that kind of a fun, busy place! My food arrived shortly. The omelet was big, filled with spinach, oven roasted tomatoes (soooo good!) and feta cheese. For me, this was a perfect flavor combo! The lightly sweet house champagne vinaigrette truly complemented my fresh side salad. I also appreciated that the salad was served in a bowl, which made it much easier to eat. I was able to pay my bill quickly at the table and off I went. I forgot how much I enjoy visiting Ruth's Café. Next time I won't wait so long! read more

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Food was just okay , not sure I'd visit again for mediocre food. The parking was difficult too with all the other stores nearby. The decor inside was nice though read more

Everything was wonderful. The wait was only 15minutes. We were seated and ordered in a timely manner. The waitress was friendly and nice. The food was hot and delicious. The ambiance is cute and quirky. Bright colors and silly pictures. Overall experience was wonderful read more

Stopped for lunch while running errands in the area. Great choice though it was hard to choose from the wide range of menu items. My selection which I thoroughly enjoyed was the Turkey/Avocado Club with a house salad. Very good roast turkey and fresh avocado on very tasty sourdough. The champagne vinaigrette was perfect on the fresh greens. Tami enjoyed her Special grilled cheese with cottage cheese side. Service is attentive and quick. The decor boasts bright colors and a myriad of cute and/or funny signs. read more

We love Ruth's. The best service, food, and relaxed diner vibes while still having a unique flair. read more

Ruth's Cafe - Apple cinnamon scone with lemon curd - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Love the vibe of this place. It's a true gem and local. The food is amazing and canr.go wrong with anything you order.

Stopped by late on a Monday morning. Busy but no wait. Not too load despite small space. We both ordered French toast and I had a side of bacon. Delicious! Fluffy, soft with very good flavor. Couldn't eat it all, was also great leftover the next morning. The hibiscus tea was amazing and you get a huge pot not just one cup. Service was fast. Will definitely go back. read more

Ruth's Cafe - French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The ambiance was trendy and colorful! It was fun to look at all the different decor! The service was amazing and quick. I got the cheesecake pancakes and they did not disappoint! Fluffy and creamy all in 1 bite! I never needed the small syrup that came with them because they were just perfect the way they were served! I will be back! read more

Be sure to get there early enough to finish your meal by two. They are ready to close. So many great choices on the menu. The walls are full of eclectic artwork. Service was wonderful and we really enjoyed our lunch. read more

Had a trulywonderful experience at Ruth's Cafe this morning! The restaurant was busy, but food came out quickly and was delicious. I had the scramble du jour (red pesto, artichoke, feta, red pepper) with potatoes and a biscuit. Service and atmosphere were both wonderful -will definitely be back. read more

Ruth's Cafe - Scramble du jour with potatoes and a biscuit. Their homemade jelly is amazing, too! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Excellent food and great atmosphere. Fast service. I would recommend to everyone. Be prepared to wait, but totally worth it it

Great brunch place. Service staff and food were all very good. It's got a cool vibe inside also.

Fun atmosphere, friendly and very fresh food/ingredients. Great breakfast, I'm sure we'll be back!

This is my first time trying this place and this is definitely going to be added to my repertoire of brunch restaurants. It has plenty of options for everyone! Its eclectic decor adds to the charm and the service was unmatched. Again, I've heard great things about this place and I am so excited I tried it. read more

Ruth's Cafe - Salmon Avocado Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Yummy local spot with funky cool interior!! Great food and awesome interior! Highly recommend!

Our experience at Ruth's Cafe for lunch was pretty good. We didn't have to wait long for a table for 4 on a holiday. We started our brunch with a delicious cinnamon roll. Not big enough for the 4 of us but perfect starter before our breakfast arrived. I enjoyed biscuits and gravy. My daughter enjoyed her pancakes. My cousin and her daughter enjoyed their skillet & French toast. The vibe of the restaurant was modern yet eclectic. The service was amazing especially since they allowed us to converse at our table 30 minutes after closing. No rush to leave or obvious signs that we needed to go. That was very nice of them. read more

I can't believe I have not reviewed Ruth's before. I love this place! I have been there for breakfast many times. I really love their scrambles and quiche. I have no idea what's in the red pesto but it is so good!!! Overall, it's a great little place. The coffee is good and that's important! I love all the signs. The two chairs I included as photos are stellar! :-D On weekends, there is normally a wait and parking can be challenge but that happens at every good restaurant. Btw, it's worth the wait! read more

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I didn't write a review the first two times. I thought it might be a fluke, but after the third time, I'm sure Ruth's is legit! The food quality is exceptional. What they prepare and serve, they do exceptionally well. The food is delicious. Nothing I've had at Ruth's hasn't been exceptional from presentation to taste. The food is so good. It's consistently good, and the more I talk about Ruth's the more great things I hear from others. Things like, "That's my favorite place to eat." or "Their food is so good!" The staff is friendly, and today, Nurse Ratchet took care of us. She did a great job of being present but never intrusive. It was a great meal with great food. Don't waste time; put it on your list and enjoy a great meal at a fair price. read more

I went to Ruth's one morning, ordered breakfast and then realized I did not have time to eat. I offered to pay for the coffee I had and my meal but the waitress would not let me. I returned on another day and had a most enjoyable breakfast and service. In an age of chains, Ruth's Cafe breaks those chains! Ross R. read more

I will start by saying I have NEVER had a bad experience at Ruth's until today. We love it so much we drive 20 minutes just to get there. I have never been so disappointed in Ruth's Cafe than I am today. It started off with the employee say OH I think I just gave your order to a lady that just left. He proceeds to go out to the parking lot to find her so fast I didn't have time to say don't bother. I would not have taken it if he found the lady leaving I don't know what she did when she got in her car with the food. That is probably a common mistake so we understood. We did not door dash we placed our own order to pick up because of how long our commute is. We don't mind the drive 20 minutes to Ruth's because it USED to be that good. We told the man we have plans and if the meal cannot be made as priority then refund us. He said the meal could be made immediately. He claimed we would get a discount but that didn't happen and we didn't have time to argue. We get to our destination only to discover that the sausage was so scarce in the gravy that I had to laugh from being so mad. The gravy tasted like flour with no seasoning. I didn't eat it and through it in the trash. The skillet we ordered was missing the avocado that we paid extra for. I'm speechless. I guess just checking and counting the items in the bag to make sure everything was there was not enough we should have opened the container and the cup wrapped in Saran Wrap in the crowded lobby and looked through it. On the fence whether to brush off money and tine lost and sharing a skillet with my spouse. What a mess. read more

Ruth's Cafe - Sausage and gravy with little sausage and flavorless! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

One of my favorite brunch spots in Indy; the food is delicious, service is stellar and love the decor! I love their daily quiches and scrambles, chicken salad salad with lemon vinaigrette, and chorizo biscuits & gravy. It's a cute spot, and hopping on the weekends so get in early! read more