Ruthie's All-Day

08/03/2025-Surprise! It’s my Birthday (08/01) Brunch Treat! My son n law and daughter took me to this fabulous spot for Brunch! I ordered the black bean burger with avocado and salad! Yum! Yummy! Delicious! Pay parking, outside and inside seating, great atmosphere, bright airy decor, fast and professional service! A great birthday brunch experience!

The service was top tier. We came around 5ish. Ordered the brisket, crispy cauliflower with fries and mac, and the fried chicken sandwich with fries. Dessert: Warm Apple Cobbler. Would come back to try other items. I was under the impression that breakfast was served all day but not the case. Overall, I loved the atmosphere, and it's within a neighborhood that gives a nice mom and pop feel.

Food and atmosphere were as great as it looked online. We went for brunch and got the deviled eggs (they use a really nice olive oil that you can taste) and cornbread to start (perfect balance of sweet and savory) and the brisket was deliciously smoky and tender. All the sides were great too, it’s hard to find a restaurant that can get it all right. My friend ordered the hangar steak, which was good but compared to everything else was my least favorite, just because the cut was kind of thick and hangar steak tends to be chewy. But it was cooked to a good medium rare as requested. My cappuccino was also very good.

I ordered a flat white and it was one of the best flat whites I’ve had… definitely better than a lot of coffee shops. The cornbread tasted fine but it was too dry. It looked great, but I wouldn’t order it again. I ordered Ruthie’s Big Plate as my entrée. The bacon was delicious and perfectly cooked and the eggs were great. The potatoes were meh and could have used more seasoning. I thought the beef sausage tasted kind of weird but that’s just personal preference. The biscuits were good, but not great. Overall, it was fine, but I had slightly higher expectations based on all of the amazing reviews.

Everything was amazing! The ribs fell off the bone. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the brisket was so tender! The mashed potatoes and fries were great and top it all off the apple cobbler was yummy!

This is a delightful breakfast/brunch place! There are fresh flowers everywhere, large glass windows, and a gorgeous outdoor patio. The menu is diverse with good options for vegetarians. Highly recommend the cornbread with sweet butter, as well as the donuts. Service was terrific as well!

Man, let me tell ya - Ruthie’s All Day delivered! I had the steak, eggs, and frites, and it was perfect. Crispiest frites - just right, and the arugula and pickled onions paired so well with the steak, fresh and tangy. We had hush puppies for an appetizer, which were had shrimp and jalapeño and were served with a dill-flavored ranch—seriously so good. We finished with the butterscotch pudding, which was delicious. I don’t usually get too excited about pudding, but this one was rich, creamy, and best of all - worth it. Great food, great atmosphere, excellent service—Ruthie’s All Day is a must-visit in Arlington. I’ll definitely return!!

Have to say that Ruthie’s lived up to the hype. A great Sunday evening family dinner with delicious food and very generous portions that came out very quick despite the place being so packed. The brisket and chicken were amazing, and the chicken tenders for the kids were also well above what you would get anywhere else. Easy to see why this place consistently gets brought up as one of the top Arlington restaurants.

I really loved Ruthie's All Day! It reminded me of a popular brunch spot back home, aesthetics and all. It's very bright and colorful which I feel like lifted your spirits after a cold day! The young lady waiting on us was so sweet and patient as we decided on our orders. She continually checked in with us and made sure to refill our drinks. I'll definitely be coming back soon to try the coffee

I finally got a chance to visit Ruthie's All-Day in-person, and it was such a delight. The food continues to be absolutely incredible, but the remarkably friendly service and delightful ambiance just brings it all up to another level. I visited Ruthie's for a late Saturday brunch and was immediately impressed by how beautiful -- and massive -- the space was. I love the slightly retro-style giant ball lights hanging from the ceiling, and the restaurant is flooded with natural light from their giant, floor-to-ceiling windows. The space is generally quite crowded, but there's enough space between the tables to feel like you have a bit of privacy as you eat. After a short wait by their lovely bright green check-in and take-out counter, we were taken to our table on the patio. The patio was a little bit quieter, as there were only about 10-15 tables out there. We were shaded by giant umbrellas, and one side of the patio was opened to the street (although it did have a short fence), so you could easily exit from the patio after your meal instead of venturing back through the restaurant. I was feeling incredibly indecisive about what to order, but thankfully, our server was there to save the day. He walked me through a few of his favorites and, eventually, I settled on their vegetarian benedict and my friend got their biscuits and gravy. The benedict was phenomenal -- it was a delightful little Southern twist on this classic dish, where they sub out the English muffin for one of their rich, buttery biscuits. It's then topped with a mini black bean burger patty, a perfectly poached egg, and a rich hollandaise sauce. The black bean patty was super flavorful and Ruthie's chefs managed to do the near-impossible by giving it enough structural integrity to hold up to the force of my knife and fork long enough to make it off the plate. I think this is the first time I've had a vegetarian benedict that offers a second protein with the egg -- vs. just spinach or a tomato -- so that was a really pleasant surprise. The egg was outstanding, with a beautifully gold, runny yolk that mixed together with the hollandaise to create the perfect sauce to coat the black beans and biscuit. Between the biscuit and additional protein from the black bean patty, this was definitely quite a heavy benedict; they served it with a small side salad, which was super fresh and a much-needed light, refreshing bite to break up the decadence of the rest of the dish. My friend had an equal amount of love for her biscuits and gravy. They included the same rich, buttery biscuits with her meal, and then smothered them in a rich, flavorful, and incredibly aromatic gravy. It was packed with a generous amount of sausage, which gave such an incredible boost of flavor. The dish was also topped with two sunny side up eggs, which had perfectly runny yolks.

I was excited to try this place because as someone named Ruth it's very difficult to find anything with my name on it. So here's a WHOLE restaurant! I was excited. So... It was okay. The fourth star was because of the charcuterie board, but not the service. The charcuterie board was absolutely fantastic, with pimento cheese and pickled okra, most notably. We both had a taste for a burger so that's what we ordered. It seemed like it took an unexpectedly long time to arrive. We had both requested our onions grilled. They came raw but we were hungry after the wait so we just picked them off. The burger was beautifully cooked but extremely bland. The fries were very good. The place is beautifully decorated and seems very slick and clean and new. There's a nice outdoor space for warmer weather. If we ever go back I'll probably try the barbecue.

A lovely place with excellent service and food! Can get super busy would recommend reserving tables for larger groups. The establishment is casual and has plenty of open seating. Reminiscent of southern dining tables. They have indoor and outdoor seating, as weather permits. I've gotten: Skillet Cornbread: super good, highly recommend Harrys Hushpuppies: not bad, would pass for other items Deviled Eggs: I'm not a fan of deviled eggs, but it was okay Fried Chicken Biscuit: amazing, would rec Brisket hash: amazing, highly rec Hasbrown: lovely! Hand punched fries: good Food is stellar especially for brunch! Never been here for dinner but would try in the future definitely!

One of my favorite places to eat in the DMV area. Ruthie's All-Day has such freaking delicious food!!! I've been for brunch and dinner and I'm always impressed and never leave hungry. The food comes in large portions and surprisingly not over priced for the area. We started with the cornbread skillet (a must) and then we each got the dinner meat entree of bbq meat with 2-3 sides. We got the pulled pork and brisket and for sides we got Mac and cheese, beans, Brussel sprouts, mashed potatoes, and potato salad. It was all so mouthwateringly delicious!! The service was great and fast, they fit us in without a reservation on a Friday night. This place is so cute, can't recommend it more!!

Another great food experience during our Summer trip to the East Coast. I chose Ruthie's for a breakfast stop as we were leaving the D.C. area and it met our expectations. The place was buzzing, it was very clean, the staff was welcoming, and we had a great view of the kitchen activities including fire grilling of fresh vegetables. Apple pie is one of my favorite desserts, so I had to try the apple pie pancakes. It was heavenly. Arlington, VA was an unexpected gem and we'll definitely keep it and Ruthie's on our list to revisit.

Been here for breakfast, lunch and dinner and dinner by far is my favorite! For breakfast, I've liked the brisket hash, for lunch the gulf shrimp, and dinner the fish special and brisket. Reservation - needed. If you don't have one there is bar seating. Seating - indoor and outdoor seating. Outdoor seating has heaters when it is chilly. Parking - there is a lot in front, but it is always difficult to find a spot.

Fantastic spot in Arlington for brunch! We ordered the PSB sandwich, skillet cornbread, a breakfast hash with brisket, chai latte, and vanilla latte. All were great and very filling, leaving us with leftovers for the next day too. There is a lot of indoor seating and some outdoor with heaters during the wintertime. Parking was surprisingly really easy for Arlington; there's a big lot right by the restaurant and some spots directly in front of it. Great service and interiors as well!

I'm wondering why I hadn't heard about Ruthie's sooner! I was genuinely impressed with my experience. The space is bright and lively, creating a welcoming atmosphere. My partner and I each ordered an iced latte with sweetened flavoring--caramel for me and vanilla for him. While the drinks were good, I felt the price and size didn't stand out, and I would have appreciated an option for refills. We started with Harry's Hot Hushpuppies, which were a delightful surprise. The addition of shrimp and roasted jalapeño made them a perfect appetizer--delicious and unique. For my main course, I chose the Hanger Steak, served with a hazelnut romesco that paired beautifully. I added hand-cut fries, mac and cheese, and crushed red bliss potatoes on the side; everything was flavorful and well-prepared. My partner opted for the Smoked Crescent Farms Duck, which was perfectly cooked and served with a distinctive sunchoke chow-chow. Our server was friendly and attentive, though it became a bit challenging to flag her down once things got busier. All in all, I had a wonderful dining experience at Ruthie's!

We ended up coming here for brunch (I've been for dinner before, but wanted to check out the brunch selection!) and it did not disappoint. I wanna start off by saying that the price is so good for the portions. Sometimes, especially closer towards the city, you spend $25-$40 on a dish that anywhere else would cost half the price. But Ruthie's All-Day has amazing pricing and in my opinion, you get all you could want and more. Just as a college student, I can really appreciate that! Anyways... The food was delicious. I had the grits bowl with pulled pork and it was awesome. The grits were so good and cooked perfectly, the pickled peppers added a nice heat, and the pork was so tender and flavorful. My boyfriend got the biscuits and gravy and I think we both agreed that was the best dish. Hands down. That gravy is something special. The corn bread was kinda dry, but the butter made it up for it. Our service was amazing and our waiter was very attentive despite how busy it was! He was on it and we totally appreciated that (I wish I knew his name, but he kept up with my boyfriend's insanely fast water drinking habits). It was busy, but definitely not distractingly loud. It was quick, a fun vibe on a Sunday morning/afternoon, and we got sat immediately without a reservation. I cannot wait to come back again and try more items on their menu!

Amazing brunch spot! We came a few weeks ago on a holiday and the place was totally packed. Loved everything we ordered, especially the skillet cornbread and the pork hash. The apple pancakes are basically an apple pie in pancake form and were GIGANTIC. We had tons of leftovers from our meal but it was awesome because the deliciousness continued even after we left :) The interior is super cute too and their coffee was great. The service was a little curt but because they were slammed, it totally made sense. Can't wait to come back!

Food was subpar. I saw all these great reviews about the brisket benedict but I must have caught the chef on an off day or something. My poached eggs had runny whites but solid yolks (how do you even achieve that??) and when I told the waitress on one of her rare stops to the table, she said "oh they're poached they're supposed to be like that". Ma'am that was not my first poached egg, no they're not supposed to have solid yolks and runny whites (insert side eye because huh??) Then the brisket was TOUGH and FATTY. Two brisket faux pas together. When I say TOUGH I mean I had to saw through that thing with the knife they gave me. It really needed a steak knife but it's supposed to be super tender! That's why people like brisket! She eventually brought me some scrambled eggs because my eggs were inedible and those were pretty good. I didn't get a pic of my brisket because I was holding my son the whole time but it looked how it tasted. Service was slightly questionable. Arrived at the restaurant with a baby in a car seat. They didn't have a high chair we could turn upside down to set him in they gave us a regular chair on the patio. Not the safest so I ended up just holding baby boy the whole time. Anywho...Our table was out on the patio and it was a sunny day. There was an umbrella that we asked them to put up to shade us and the baby but the umbrella was broken.

The food. The drinks. The vibes. The service. This spot has it all! Oh, except the parking. Parking is atrocious. But everything else is on point! I had a rather fortuitous first encounter with this restaurant. It was after closing time. I was coming back from another restaurant and waiting for my Uber when my phone died. It was late in the evening and, left with few options, I decided to try to walk back to my car. I happened to pass this restaurant and it was one of the few restaurants still open at that late hour. I knocked on the door and one of the staff members was kind enough to let me in and allow me to use the phone to call a cab. That act of kindness meant more to me in that moment that he would ever realize. So naturally, I had to come back here during the day to check this place out. After waiting patiently for about 20-25 minutes, a parking space opened up right in the front of the building and I was able to make it in for brunch. Everything I had was absolutely incredible. For starters I had the Harry's Hot Hushpuppies. Despite the name they were not spicy so if you're not someone who's not a fan of spicy food, these are perfect. They had little chunks of shrimp inside as well the bits of rusted jalapeno. It would have been great if the shrimp were a little bit bigger but they were still good. They also came out surprisingly quickly and they were piping hot. For the main I had the brisket hash with roasted potatoes, squash, Brussels sprouts, crispy kale, thick juicy chunks of brisket, with a poached egg on top and drizzled with a mustard seed cream. Oh. My. Goodness. So many flavors and textures. The salty, smoky, fattiness of the brisket combined with the crispiness of the kale, the crunch of the Brussels sprouts, the chewy potatoes, the creaminess of the egg and the mustard cream sauce... Just absolutely divine. This dish embodies everything that brunch is about. I don't remember the name of the brunch cocktail I had but it was a beautiful lavender color, gin-based, and unbelievably refreshing. If I had space for another drink, I definitely would have ordered more than one of these. As much as I wanted dessert, unfortunately the brisket hash did me in, so I had to call it a day. If you're dining solo and sensitive to noise like I am, it might be a good idea to bring your AirPods because it does get pretty loud in here. Also the seating is pretty close together so it's virtually impossible to not overhear the conversations of the people dining next to you... Which can be pretty annoying if you're into quiet, more intimate dining experiences. Either way, this was an awesome brunch experience and I'll definitely be back.

What a delicious and fun brunch spot for all! The environment is packed and upbeat. The food is delicious and filling. The crispy Brussels sprouts are a 10/10 must get!! My tummy was so satisfied after my meal!

If you're in the Arlington - DC area head on over to Ruthie's All-Day for some fine Southern cuisine. Rolling up to the brick and white facade one story building that sets prominently on a corner invites you in. For me a throw back to simpler times when you enjoyed a fine local meal with family and ran into friends doing the same. The immediate friendly service by the hostess did not go unnoticed. Even Chef Matt who was up front greeted our party and asked where we were coming from. Those things are what set a great local apart from a chain. He cared enough to have that personal interaction. It was only a short wait and my party of three was led to a booth with menus. The open air 360° view amazing. I could even see partial aspects of the kitchen line which was fun. The long counter was just in front of me and a thing of beauty with great looking cocktails flowing. I took notice as well to a sweet bourbon offering like Old Fitzgerald. The bright and cheery light from large windows made for a wonderful atmosphere. Our friendly waitress came to the table for drinks and app orders. We started off with their well known Deviled Eggs and Apple doughnuts with strawberry sauce. That took no time at all to hit the table. Both were marvelous and recommend. But if just getting one, the eggs are the bomb! The menu is good size with an eclectic Southern flair of items you cannot find at a standard restaurant. Maybe that's what makes Ruthie's special. However, the dishes must hit on the flavor meter too! For mains it was the Big Bad Brisket Sammy with side of fries which packed a punch. My daughter had pancakes, eggs and bacon that hit perfectly. My wife adored her Rad burger. All portion sizes are on the larger size and flavorful. We topped it off by sharing a chocolate chip cookie sundae which hit the spot. All three of us felt that we were enjoying quality meals prepared by talented crew members. The passion emanating from the kitchen was heartfelt. I saw Chef Matt numerous times leading the line. The value was on par with expectations. Can't wait until the next time in the Arlington - DC area to enjoy a meal and try other items from their marvelous menu. 4.5 rounding up with personal service.

Brunch review--It's good if you like smoked-- half of their entrées-4/8 were smoked items. Both the brisket and pulled pork. Staff were not friendly. No one smiled. Strange. The bloody Mary was not as good as the first time I went. There will not be a third visit. Interestingly, they told us if we didn't have a reservation we wouldn't be seated for another hour. We left and 10 minutes later I found a reservation online within the first 30 minutes of arrival. And they sat us. Maybe it's a bad idea to arrive at 2 o'clock., an hour before bunch service is over---all of the staff must've been overworked?? Although there are salad options, the regular food is very heavy. Both me and my partner stomach was upset afterwards. Especially when you end it with the amazing cream pudding and Irish cream coffee.

One of my favorite return spots in the NOVA area- specifically for the weekend brunch. Fair warning, if you are doing a walk in it will be a longer wait but it is definitely worth it for the atmosphere, food, and overall service! The apple pie pancakes are PERFECTLY fluffy and errs on the sweet side but staff did indicate that you can request only 1-2 pancakes. The fried chicken Cobb salad is my go to big salad to feel full :) With both the apple pie pancakes, fried chicken Cobb salad, and a London fog my total with tax ended up at $39. This is a great brunch date spot that's reasonably priced in the NOVA area!

Good breakfast and brunch spot. Service was excellent. It gets packed so best to reserve on wkds. Food was hearty with many healthy and other options. Something on the menu for everyone. Set menu for brunch fyi. Spacious interior w booths tables and bar and outside with tables and heaters. A nice cute little place to eat and meet.

New, modern, airy decor, lots of natural light; comfortable patio. Delicious dishes; attentive and fast service. Dog friendly (with dog bowls). What a pleasant surprise! I thought it's just a simple diner. Look at that sunny bar area; makes you want to sit down. I took a few photos. You can browse through them. Comfortable booth seating too. We sat outdoors and it wasn't noisy. There were too many flies, though, so that's a downer. The grilled branzino is very good and beautifully presented. Octopus starter is perfectly grilled; came in a huge "bowl" (see photo)! Gulf shrimp is succulent and tender; comes with very nice sauce (maybe a bit too generous in terms of sauce). You get to pick 2-3 sides for any main. Well-lit, clean, pleasant bathroom too; always a plus

Now open more than four years, Ruthie's All-Day is a fixture on the list of 50 best restaurants in Northern Virginia. Many will remember this location at Glebe & 5th Street South in Arlington as a Sherwin-Williams Paint Store. Reportedly this site was also a Chocolate Store in the 50s & 60s. You can also mark this spot as being across Glebe from the Arlington County Fire Station #1. Pilsner's were the beverage of choice this evening, one from Austria (Eggenberg) & the other from a Dulles brewery (Solace Crazy). Harry's Hot Hushpuppies arrive hot and fresh, they came with a sauce that was unidentified but might have been a ranch-like kinda thing. I would say a whipped butter might be a better spread. The entrees come with two or three sides but don't be silly, trust me two is more than enough. I had the Wood Grilled Salmon in Lemon Pepper Butter w/ Brussels w/ Fish Sauce Vinaigrette & Classic Chopped Cole Slaw. The Salmon was delicious served medium with yummy butter & herbs. Oddly the brussels were good, but later in the meal after they soaked up an abundance of vinaigrette and some of their natural sugars came out, they were absolutely incredible. The other entree was the Brisket w/ sides of Mac & Cheese & Creamy Dill Potato Salad. The creamy soft bottom of this Mac & Cheese was only made that much more wonderful by the crispy top. The M&C was the clear choice of the four sides we tried. Love Ruthie's, service was great. The hustle and bustle of this place does not allow much chit chat time with the servers. Next time I am going to have a glass of wine; I happened to notice that the pours being offered appeared generous.

I really want to like Ruthie's All-Day, but I feel like the food is hit or miss. Some dishes I've enjoyed include the Fried Chicken Biscuit, which was good, and the Biscuit and Gravy. The Grit and Pulled Pork Bowl is also tasty, though definitely on the heavier side. However, not everything impressed me. The hash browns tasted overly salty, as if the entire salt container had been spilled on them--though that might have just been an off day. The cornbread was quite dry, and the half rack of ribs wasn't my favorite.

Ruthie's all day is clearly the spot to be on a Sunday morning. I arrived as soon as they open and there was a steady flow of people coming in to eat. I did take out for my visit. I ordered the chicken biscuit and the grits. The biscuit and the chicken were cooked to perfection. I wish I ordered an extra side of the Aleppo honey to drizzle over the biscuit. The grits were some of the best grits I have had in a while.

Ruthie's all day is such a popular spot everybody seems to love but i don't see the appeal. It was bustling on a saturday morning but the wait wasn't horrible (20-30 mins). The inside was nice and spacious but we opted to eat at their outdoor seating area. My boyfriend and I ordered the skillet cornbread, ruthie's big plate, and the brisket bennie. The skillet cornbread was surprisingly moist and the honey butter on top really complimented the cornbread! The ruthie's big plate was ... big! The beef sausage didn't taste the best and the flavor was a bit odd. I did on the other hand love the thick cut bacon and biscuits! The biscuits were super soft and the jam that came with it was amazing. I tried some of my boyfriend's brisket bennie and thought it was just okay. I think the brisket was lacking flavor. Overall, it was a good experience but I think the place is a bit overhyped.

So delicious! To start, we got the apple donuts which tasted very fresh and had the perfect sugar coating. The sauce that comes with it is absolutely delicious. Then we got our main course which I got the grits and pulled pork dish. WOW. Great portion sizes. Served warm. Absolutely delicious. Couldn't have asked for anything different. Waiter was nice. It was incredibly busy so be sure to make reservations ahead of time, especially if you want indoor seating as that fills up fast

Ruthie's is a must try if you're in NOVA! Service was also good, staff were friendly and decor was cute, not your typical diner. I had dinner here with a friend and the portions were large and prices were good. I had oysters fish and the apple cobbler. Everything was fresh and flavorful and definitely don't skip dessert! I also heard great things about brunch and came back to try it out. The deviled eggs, cornbread and brisket were sooooo good!

I have been past Ruthie's many times thinking....I need to try this place. Sunday after the 9AM service I went. It was pretty busy and the hostess suggested a seat at the bar. I'm sitting looking at the menu and the bartender Nam comes over and asks if I want a cup of coffee. Sure. I decide on the Ruth's big plate. The coffee is very good. I get ice water as well. Sunday morning after church typical crowd. Parking is tricky. Realize you're in Arlington and tow trucks are everywhere. Be mindful where you put your car. I parked a street over where there was space on the end. The food arrives. Looks and smells amazing. I try the potatoes. Crispy and tasty mixed with sliced red peppers. The eggs are perfectly cooked. Biscuits that melt in your mouth. Three pieces of bacon. The real kicker was the beef sausage. I was thinking it would be greasy...no, it was the highlight of the plate. Seasoned just right, cooked to perfection. I haven't had a breakfast this good in a long time. I get a refill on the coffee and finish the food. Nam is great behind the bar. Food is excellent. I'll definitely be back.

This place rocks. Delicious, homemade dishes that are packed with flavor and hit the spot. This is an epic brunch spot, and their outdoor patio is elite. You could sit there for hours. We all got brisket infused menu items and it was delicious. Wait staff was super helpful, knowledgeable about the menu and easy going. This place is an easy 5 stars. Go here!!

We did not plan ahead and had to wait for a seat to open at the bar (regular seating would have taken 45-60 mins wait) but it was such a great experience regardless. We got to talk with the bartender who was very nice and friendly. We ordered the brisket Bennie and the breakfast plate along with the pancakes to share. Wow! Everything was delicious, even their drip coffee was great and such great prices for all the food we ordered. I'm big on filling meals and my meal alone was probably over 40 grams of protein. The brisket was a little dry but with the poached eggs it was a great combo. Such great brunch experience! Def go and get a reservation!

Our first visit to Ruthie's last night (with many visits certain to follow) was great. Love the modern fresh interior décor with a nice spacious area of outdoor seating. Speaking of the outdoor seating, Ruthie's has plenty of umbrellas so no one is sitting in the blazing Virginia summer sun. The clientele are lively and attractive. Service was absolutely excellent, with the waiter making sure the kitchen knew about a customer's dietary restriction (i.e. aversion to cilantro). The concept of Ruthie's entrees is you pick a meat and add two sides (or three sides for a couple dollars extra). Portions are generous, so you may be satisfied with two sides. They have an abundance of appetizers, sides, salads and sandwiches. I didn't order a cocktail, but I pleasantly note at least two gin cocktails I would happily order. So, I requested the Wood Fired Citrus Marinated 1/2 Chicken. JP ordered the Wood Grilled Branzino. I'll start with the best: the two biscuits that came with my chicken. Just about the finest biscuits I've ever eaten. They are buttery rich (no need to smear butter on these babies) and come with a very tasty fresh strawberry preserve. The brazino fish was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The chili benne seed "angry sauce" accompanying the fish was delicious so JP requested an extra serving of the sauce, which our server quickly and happily provided. The very good creamy coleslaw is a straight-forward blend of cabbage and carrot. My 1/2 chicken, topped with a light creamy bbq sauce and fine bits of scallion, was prepared and presented very well. However, I didn't taste citrus marinade. And while not poor by any stretch of the imagination, I just wasn't in love with the chicken's seasonings. I did very much like the mac and cheese side, but less so the spicy hot and vinegary braised greens and tomato. All things considered, I very highly recommend Ruthie's.

I've been wanting to go here for quite some time. I felt my first experience was so long ago that I didn't remember if I just enjoyed the food as a first timer and was super hungry or it was genuine yum moment. After reading reviews, I realized I should make a reservation even for a party of two if dining on weekends. It was a smooth booking and check-in experience. Due to the fact that my party and I came with 15 minutes left before brunch was ending, the host notified us if there was any breakfast type items we wanted to check out the menu and place our order in before being seated. Good info to know! Once seated, I was able to admire the space itself. It's such a cute diner and I love how there's an open view of the kitchen too. I ordered the brisket sandwich with a side of mac and cheese with a cappuccino. I thought everything was decent sized and tasty yummy. I ended up saving some of the sandwich for leftovers next day and it heated up in the air fryer well. I was sad that they forgot my cornbread order because I wanted to re-try but next time. All and all, I find that this place is a nice gem that is a good repeat establishment. But definitely make reservations if you plan on coming on the weekend. Their direct parking lot is small but I saw many people park in the lot next to the restaurant. So a definite win, one less thing to worry about.

Love Ruthie's All-Day. I've only been for dinner (shame on me because breakfast looks beyond AMAZING), but it's a dinner to remember. Do not miss the skillet cornbread, and especially do not miss dessert: butterscotch pudding! For my main, I opted for the smoked pork (delicious!) but was also eyeing a burger and the salads. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating, including heaters when it gets chilly. Staff are so friendly and helpful.

Highly recommend making a reservation (even for a small group) as this place seems to always be packed. It's a decently sized restaurant with an outdoor patio area as well. If you're craving some comfort food, this is definitely the place to go. We got some deviled eggs and cornbread to start, and both were delicious! I followed with a veggie benny. The black bean patty was so good and not dry at all. The biscuit that it was on was so flaky and buttery. Absolutely loved this meal and will be coming back for sure!

We made a reservation online, which was extremely easy and highly recommended. We were a tad late to our reservation time, and despite being quite busy, we were seated within a couple of minutes. The first thing I noticed was the decor. I loved that it was a true diner feel with a cozy grandma-esque vibe. The seats were comfy, and the building was light and airy. Tatiana, our server, greeted us shortly upon being seated. She asked for our drink order, and we also asked for deviled eggs for an appetizer. My husband brought up that he would have rather gotten the apple donuts since he's a deviled egg critic and was afraid that he wouldn't like them. Right before the eggs arrived, I enjoyed my "Good morning honey" drink, an iced espresso coffee with two liquors (one that's whisky with honey and the other's amaro with botanicals). It was strong but in a good way! The eggs arrived, and it was time to let the critic have a say. As usual, he was a bit mixed at first, torn by the various flavors and some missing. He ultimately decided that he wouldn't order them again, but to me, they didn't disappoint. I enjoyed the slight spice from the red pepper and the garlic breadcrumbs. I thought the tang in the yolk was subtle, but my husband wanted it more pronounced. We agreed to disagree, and I happily ate his other half. Our meals, biscuits & gravy and brisket hash were next level! While the biscuits and gravy didn't look appealing, and my husband wished that the eggs weren't just thrown onto the plate, the flavor was incredible! My brisket hash was everything that I hoped for: giant chunks of tender brisket, tons of delicious veggies (I adored the addition of the Brussels sprouts), fried onion strings, and a flavorful sauce. I wish I was able to take my leftovers home because I couldn't finish it all and instead sought out the brisket and Brussels sprouts before calling it quits. I don't normally add a place to my "must go back" list, but I'd love to see what their dinner menu is like! I'll be visiting again soon.

Absolute hidden gem. Went here for brunch on a Sunday at 1pm and I definitely will be back. So many great food options & of course, I forgot to take pics. Our waiter, Ali was great. I had Ruthie's Big Breakfast after debating with getting the Apple Pancakes and the Steak & Eggs. A friend had the Apple Pancakes and they were amazing. It was Sunday brunch so it was a bit crowded but nothing that was too loud.

I really can't say enough good things about this place! My husband and I stopped by force laboratory drink after a show and more immediately greeted by an amazing staff who shared all the great specials of the evening. The food was very reasonably priced, and the drinks were top-notch. I appreciate the effort. The owners have gone to make this location and welcoming, and truly enjoyable water and home. Can't wait to come back again.

Food was good. Service was slow....couldn't find our server to refill our water but the busboy was kind enough to help. Docking one star for our server

I love the modern diner feel and the patio. It's more southern food than diner food, which I had expected, but everything was delicious! Even the Ruthie's Big Plate, which is not a super unique option, was one of the best I've had. I only wish it was closer to DC!

The steak was medium well tough. Everything else is a huge go! LOL. The egg whites were pretty darn tasty!!!! The ambiance deserves 5 stars. Cute and quaint place with many coffee and tea options. We sat outside so the insects were annoying. Staff were friendly and a 15min wait for Sunday brunch and a party of 3.

I ordered to-go and my boyfriend picked it up so I didn't see the interior. However he said it was packed inside and there were people waiting outside too, so safe to say it's popular. The food was so good, we ordered the cornbread with the honey butter which I wish I had more of so ask for an extra! We also tried the brisket hash with eggs sweet potatoes brussel sprouts and more (the sauce at the bottom was amazing). The first and pork bowl was good too but was missing a sauce in my opinion. Will be back to dine-in!

Great food. Cute decor. Amazing service and very accommodating of a dairy allergy. Excellent cornbread and brunch options.

Great neighborhood gastro-diner and bar. This is our go to for breakfast/brunch. They have generous portions and their fried chicken and Bloody Mary is delicious.

It's always so hard to get a reservation here and I finally understand why! The food is great and the portion sizes are huge. We got a reservation around 7pm (they only had outdoor seating left when I had checked earlier around 10am- on a Thursday!). The outdoor seating was still cozy and a lot quieter than the inside seating. When we went it was still cold so they had the heated lamps on. It's a nice patio area to enjoy some good company and food Our favorites were the Mac and cheese and the skillet corn bread. The meats were pretty good. The steak was a bit too burnt on the outside but was cooked perfectly at medium rare. The spare ribs were also just the right amount of sweet. We were both stuffed after our meal and we still had leftovers.

Would give this 0 starts if I could..... they didn't even want to take my business. Came in at 10:30a on a Friday morning with my family of 5 for breakfast. The place was maybe half empty, and they asked if we had a reservation (we were traveling from out of town). When we said no they said it was going to be a TWO HOUR wait...... In what world is a run-of-the-mill diner have a TWO hour wait after the breakfast rush on a mid-morning Friday...... I'm good. Went up the road to Silver Diner and it was amazing. No wait, great staff, awesome food. Thanks Ruthie's.

If I could rate this place zero stars I absolutely would. This place does not treat all people the same if you understand what I mean. I really like to believe as a country we have come so far however it's experiences like what Ruthie's all day offered that reminds me there is still much work to be done. I hope they get it together and do better in the future for those who want to simply try new places . I will never ever return or recommend this place to anyone. Do better.

A must!!!! Please go! Do yourself the favor. Hearty portions with a southern twist. They can make some modification's, don't hesitate to ask!!

Finally got to try this place for brunch! It has been on my list for awhile. I highly recommend grabbing a reservation because it is a popular place. Since we had a res we did not have to wait long. The brunch had great options - I had the brisket Benedict and it was delicious. I want to come back for dinner. It is loud inside so keep that in mind!

I'm writing this review based on what happened to my daughter on 3/9/24. She had a reservation for her and her out of town friends. ONE HOUR before her reservation, she received a call from the restaurant cancelling her reservation! WTH?! On a Saturday night. The restaurant offered her a 5 pm (they called around 4:30) or 8:15 pm. But my daughter and her friends were not in the area so they didn't have enough time to make it to the restaurant by 5 pm and they didn't want to eat at 8:15 pm. I have never experienced a restaurant cancel my reservation, let alone an hour before on a Saturday night. They offered nothing other than the 2 unacceptable times. No compensation or apology. This was surprising and very disappointing given our previous experiences. As a customer, if you can't rely that a restaurant will honor your reservation, then it's best to take your hard earned money elsewhere. I will not be back.

We went to Ruthie's all day for dinner and celebrated a birthday. Their staff is incredibly courteous knowledgeable and generous. The menu is impressive (even for vegans!) and food is always delicious. Entrees arrive hot and are presented beautifully. The only thing lacking was there collard greens, which didn't have good favor perhaps it was just the batch? Exceptional dining atmosphere makes Ruthie's a crowd pleaser any time of day!

From the south and this is the closest thing to southern food up here. Went with my family and we all loved it!