A hidden gem! Inexpensive, great food, great service. I hesitate to say how incredible it is because it's already hard to get a reservation. Everybody seems to know about it. I should give it 1 star to keep the crowd down. But it's just too good!
Bryan Lierer
Great menu with allergen friendly options and a nice atmosphere. Everything we ordered was beautifully plated and had incredible flavor. It was a big hit with the whole family. You guys do an amazing job!
Ben Tunney
Great place! Food was excellent and people were friendly. Will be going bad to this gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salad, Salads
Snarks
There's a parking lot. The building is kind of cool looking and there is a large lawn that has cornhole. I got a Veggie burger for $12, and it was alright. Very mid. I wish I got fries and not chips. My mom got a chicken dish that she thought was a bit plain. She wouldn't get it again. If it was sooner in the day, it would have been nice to sit outside. The manager was quite nice but the server was... aloof. I would come again only if my friends wanted to go.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Deborah Collins
The Lamb Chops were delicious, paired with the perfect wine.Thanks guys..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spinach Saute, Salads
Richard Asimus
Lunch choice I made was for soup and half a sandwich. Big portions and delicious. I liked our server too. Crowded on a Monday afternoon for lunch.Dietary restrictions: Good for Gluten Sensitive
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: RCP Turkey Sandwich, Salads
Chuck Mosolf
Want the BEST lamb of your life❓….have it here ? ‼️
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mendo J.
Food, service and ambiance is perfect! We go there regularly and never disappointed. The customers help make it a great experience.
Jerry S.
This is our 2nd time going to Ruth's Parkside Cafe. The first time was a great experience as the drinks and food were fantastic. This last time we went 2/14/24 we treated our son and his fiancé to dinner and it was not a good experience. The atmosphere was great and the staff very friendly. The problem this time was the food. The Orange Szechuan Chicken was rather bland and none of us could taste Szechuan seasonings. The real disappointment was that 3 of use selected the K.C Salad which in it's self was very good salad, but we also ordered chicken which came out cold and very dry - some pieces could not be eaten. While the Soy dressing was good, the champagne dill dressing is a disaster. I was warned that it had a strong vinegar flavor, but it was like eating straight white distilled vinegar. There was no flavor of dill or remnants of champagne. The dressing completely overwhelmed the pickled Shallots and other elements of what was a great base salad. The drinks (Elderflower martini and the ginger lime sodas) were fantastic. We were really very disappointed as we really did have a great first experience, but this last meal at the price point we paid was a very bad experience and I don't feel comfortable recommending this restaurant. I hope things improve for them.
Raj M
A wonderful neighborhood cafe in Northside. Excellent location near the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati State. As for food, I got the BLT sandwich, but wished I had tried a hot sandwich option instead. The service was exceptional. The art work in the cafe is quite interesting.
I love the decor at Ruth's Parkside Cafe. It's just cool enough. We were there this past week for lunch. We made reservations for eight for 1 pm. We arrived a bit early, but the parking lot was packed. We lucked into one of the last available spots. When we entered the restaurant, a gentleman was putting the tables together for us and told us it would be ready by 1:00. We were seated and ready to go by 12:59. I had reviewed the menu online and still didn't know what I wanted. Good thing I waited because I opted for one of the specials, Salmon Salad Salad. I'm not sure that's the actual name, but in the description they explained that the Salmon Salad was much like tuna salad, but with salmon. And the Salmon Salad was served on a salad, so... Salmon Salad Salad. The salmon salad serving on the salad was large and easily lasted through every bite of the salad. With Champaign Dill dressing, it was all quite tasty. I won the clean plate (bowl) award. I didn't ask about anyone else's meal. We were too busy talking and catching up. I would not hesitate to come back.
Kelly Miller
When in Cincinnati for a visit my niece suggested we eat dinner here as it's her favorite place. It's got a modern look and feel. The service was good waiter friendly. I had the grilled lambchops. They were cooked to perfection and served with roasted potatoes and carrots. The vegetables could have been maybe roasted a couple minutes more but they were still good. We had 2 appetizers of potato cakes and risotto cakes both very delicious and had a glass of the house cabernet sauvignon which was really good. The menu is small which I like and food fresh. I highly recommend for a brunch or dinner.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ryan Derge
Great homemade meals in a quiet and calming
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wendy K.
Oh my goodness I love this spot and can't wait to return, the homemade menu items sealed the deal. A lot of variety for any pallet including vegan and vegetarian options. Happy dance. The place was packed by what seemed to be regulars and a few newbies like me. Service was excellent and the inside was beautiful and clean. I highly recommend the space, food and service.
Ken P.
Much improved quality since last time I ate there many years ago. Excellent salmon Caesar salad!
A hidden gem! Inexpensive, great food, great service. I hesitate to say how incredible it is because it's already hard to get a reservation. Everybody seems to know about it. I should give it 1 star to keep the crowd down. But it's just too good!
Great menu with allergen friendly options and a nice atmosphere. Everything we ordered was beautifully plated and had incredible flavor. It was a big hit with the whole family. You guys do an amazing job!
Great place! Food was excellent and people were friendly. Will be going bad to this gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salad, Salads
There's a parking lot. The building is kind of cool looking and there is a large lawn that has cornhole. I got a Veggie burger for $12, and it was alright. Very mid. I wish I got fries and not chips. My mom got a chicken dish that she thought was a bit plain. She wouldn't get it again. If it was sooner in the day, it would have been nice to sit outside. The manager was quite nice but the server was... aloof. I would come again only if my friends wanted to go.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
The Lamb Chops were delicious, paired with the perfect wine.Thanks guys..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spinach Saute, Salads
Lunch choice I made was for soup and half a sandwich. Big portions and delicious. I liked our server too. Crowded on a Monday afternoon for lunch.Dietary restrictions: Good for Gluten Sensitive
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: RCP Turkey Sandwich, Salads
Want the BEST lamb of your life❓….have it here ? ‼️
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food, service and ambiance is perfect! We go there regularly and never disappointed. The customers help make it a great experience.
This is our 2nd time going to Ruth's Parkside Cafe. The first time was a great experience as the drinks and food were fantastic. This last time we went 2/14/24 we treated our son and his fiancé to dinner and it was not a good experience. The atmosphere was great and the staff very friendly. The problem this time was the food. The Orange Szechuan Chicken was rather bland and none of us could taste Szechuan seasonings. The real disappointment was that 3 of use selected the K.C Salad which in it's self was very good salad, but we also ordered chicken which came out cold and very dry - some pieces could not be eaten. While the Soy dressing was good, the champagne dill dressing is a disaster. I was warned that it had a strong vinegar flavor, but it was like eating straight white distilled vinegar. There was no flavor of dill or remnants of champagne. The dressing completely overwhelmed the pickled Shallots and other elements of what was a great base salad. The drinks (Elderflower martini and the ginger lime sodas) were fantastic. We were really very disappointed as we really did have a great first experience, but this last meal at the price point we paid was a very bad experience and I don't feel comfortable recommending this restaurant. I hope things improve for them.
A wonderful neighborhood cafe in Northside. Excellent location near the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati State. As for food, I got the BLT sandwich, but wished I had tried a hot sandwich option instead. The service was exceptional. The art work in the cafe is quite interesting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: blt
Restaurantji Recommends
I love the decor at Ruth's Parkside Cafe. It's just cool enough. We were there this past week for lunch. We made reservations for eight for 1 pm. We arrived a bit early, but the parking lot was packed. We lucked into one of the last available spots. When we entered the restaurant, a gentleman was putting the tables together for us and told us it would be ready by 1:00. We were seated and ready to go by 12:59. I had reviewed the menu online and still didn't know what I wanted. Good thing I waited because I opted for one of the specials, Salmon Salad Salad. I'm not sure that's the actual name, but in the description they explained that the Salmon Salad was much like tuna salad, but with salmon. And the Salmon Salad was served on a salad, so... Salmon Salad Salad. The salmon salad serving on the salad was large and easily lasted through every bite of the salad. With Champaign Dill dressing, it was all quite tasty. I won the clean plate (bowl) award. I didn't ask about anyone else's meal. We were too busy talking and catching up. I would not hesitate to come back.
When in Cincinnati for a visit my niece suggested we eat dinner here as it's her favorite place. It's got a modern look and feel. The service was good waiter friendly. I had the grilled lambchops. They were cooked to perfection and served with roasted potatoes and carrots. The vegetables could have been maybe roasted a couple minutes more but they were still good. We had 2 appetizers of potato cakes and risotto cakes both very delicious and had a glass of the house cabernet sauvignon which was really good. The menu is small which I like and food fresh. I highly recommend for a brunch or dinner.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Great homemade meals in a quiet and calming
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oh my goodness I love this spot and can't wait to return, the homemade menu items sealed the deal. A lot of variety for any pallet including vegan and vegetarian options. Happy dance. The place was packed by what seemed to be regulars and a few newbies like me. Service was excellent and the inside was beautiful and clean. I highly recommend the space, food and service.
Much improved quality since last time I ate there many years ago. Excellent salmon Caesar salad!