The live band was great (there is an entertainment surcharge on your bill). The food was average but what was crazy is that the restaurant open at 5pm our reservation was at 7pm and they were already out of mac & cheese and oxtails.
Kelli
Great spot! Chavelle was so kind and accommodating. The staff was friendly and Stee was great!
Marn
We love coming here! Great live music, great service. Delicious food. Always a great time.
Carl
Every time we vaca on Hilton Head Island we always put Ruby Lee's on our "go to" list for dinner and entertainment. We love the down home Southern dinner lounge with a mom & pop feel. The food is delicious, made to order, the service is good and the waitresses are lots of fun with great genuine personalities! We had a great time and the small band was amazing too! They'll see us again on our next visit probably in February 2026 and perhaps in the Fall too! Ruby Lee's will always be on our dinning list!!
Louis
The food was simply amazing!! We had to go back and compliment the chef. I haven't had fried chicken like that since my Mom passed (don't tell my wife). The veggies and mac and cheese were also to die for. In addition the band was fantastic! Most everyone was on the dance floor during/after dinner and a great time was had by all. On my list for all return visits.
Ingrid
Food was decent, but I thought it was better last year. Perhaps the cooks changed. My green beans tasted like they were out of the can and seasoned with too much pepper. My yams were not cooked throughly. The sauce with the salmon was too salty. Waitress was not friendly. No rapport. Price is a good value.
F C.
Went on a Saturday night, SPECIFICALLY in search of great live music and vibes to dance/sing in...
This establishment offers homie insides, with sports paraphernalia and photos of incredible athletes of our time.
You may have to sit with strangers who quickly feel like past life friends (especially once the drinks start hitting).
Ruby Lee's provides a sense of coziness combined with tasty food, but personally, the live music levels up the entire experience.
Staff was welcoming and hospitable. The food and drinks were pretty good (crab balls & fried okra).
Reservations are highly recommended otherwise, be prepared for a bit of a wait time.
This place gets a 10 out of 10. From my experience, it felt like a safe haven for the soul *** live music & ambiance (engaged audience & lively band) did it for me. *You can't capture the true vibes via video, you've got to be in the moment to take in the greatness.
*FYI: Be aware there is an $11.00 entertainment fee, it's also noted on the menu. I can appreciate paying musicians equitably for the talent they bring.
Cheers*
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Crab Balls
Jorge
It is not the first and it will not be the last time I enjoy this place, the atmosphere is very welcoming and the music is A1.
Eliakim
Great Food. Great Service. I Highly Recommend!!!! Our waitress was exceptional. The live band was perfect!!!! The food was AMAZING!!!!!
Kellie
The food is exceptional, especially the fried chicken and collard greens. The outside esthetics could use some remodeling and upkeep.
Food was delicious! When we were there the Owner and his Mother turned a situation into a memorable experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sherry Lewis
My husband and I made reservations for Ruby Lee's on Friday and our experience was a little different. The food was just okay, but the live band was AWESOME. Our server never filled our drinks up, and I personally asked her for more water and some more napkins but I never received them. We were told it was only one cook in the back. Why in the world would you have one cook on a Friday night. I chose this place because I saw it on Tix Tox; however, I do not plan on visiting when I come back to Hilton Head.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
KEKEE S
Everything was a 10/10 will definitely be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Arlethia Brian
When I say this is the place to be on Saturday, I mean it. The service was wonderful. They were able to accommodate a party of 10 and still were able to cater to each of our individual needs. The owner, Mr. Singleton, was hospitable and simply personable. The food and drinks were great. The crab balls and the strawberry lemon drop martini were to die for. The band came on at 7:30 sharp and honey, this is no amateur band. This has been by far one of my best restaurant experiences…and I am from Savannah. This family will be back!
My family and are were from out of town. Everyone was so happy with the food, service and entertainment. If we are ever in the area again, we will definitely return.
The live band was great (there is an entertainment surcharge on your bill). The food was average but what was crazy is that the restaurant open at 5pm our reservation was at 7pm and they were already out of mac & cheese and oxtails.
Great spot! Chavelle was so kind and accommodating. The staff was friendly and Stee was great!
We love coming here! Great live music, great service. Delicious food. Always a great time.
Every time we vaca on Hilton Head Island we always put Ruby Lee's on our "go to" list for dinner and entertainment. We love the down home Southern dinner lounge with a mom & pop feel. The food is delicious, made to order, the service is good and the waitresses are lots of fun with great genuine personalities! We had a great time and the small band was amazing too! They'll see us again on our next visit probably in February 2026 and perhaps in the Fall too! Ruby Lee's will always be on our dinning list!!
The food was simply amazing!! We had to go back and compliment the chef. I haven't had fried chicken like that since my Mom passed (don't tell my wife). The veggies and mac and cheese were also to die for. In addition the band was fantastic! Most everyone was on the dance floor during/after dinner and a great time was had by all. On my list for all return visits.
Food was decent, but I thought it was better last year. Perhaps the cooks changed. My green beans tasted like they were out of the can and seasoned with too much pepper. My yams were not cooked throughly. The sauce with the salmon was too salty. Waitress was not friendly. No rapport. Price is a good value.
Went on a Saturday night, SPECIFICALLY in search of great live music and vibes to dance/sing in...
This establishment offers homie insides, with sports paraphernalia and photos of incredible athletes of our time.
You may have to sit with strangers who quickly feel like past life friends (especially once the drinks start hitting).
Ruby Lee's provides a sense of coziness combined with tasty food, but personally, the live music levels up the entire experience.
Staff was welcoming and hospitable.
The food and drinks were pretty good (crab balls & fried okra).
Reservations are highly recommended otherwise, be prepared for a bit of a wait time.
This place gets a 10 out of 10. From my experience, it felt like a safe haven for the soul *** live music & ambiance (engaged audience & lively band) did it for me. *You can't capture the true vibes via video, you've got to be in the moment to take in the greatness.
*FYI: Be aware there is an $11.00 entertainment fee, it's also noted on the menu. I can appreciate paying musicians equitably for the talent they bring.
Cheers*
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Crab Balls
It is not the first and it will not be the last time I enjoy this place, the atmosphere is very welcoming and the music is A1.
Great Food. Great Service. I Highly Recommend!!!! Our waitress was exceptional. The live band was perfect!!!! The food was AMAZING!!!!!
The food is exceptional, especially the fried chicken and collard greens. The outside esthetics could use some remodeling and upkeep.
Restaurantji Recommends
Food was delicious! When we were there the Owner and his Mother turned a situation into a memorable experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I made reservations for Ruby Lee's on Friday and our experience was a little different. The food was just okay, but the live band was AWESOME. Our server never filled our drinks up, and I personally asked her for more water and some more napkins but I never received them. We were told it was only one cook in the back. Why in the world would you have one cook on a Friday night. I chose this place because I saw it on Tix Tox; however, I do not plan on visiting when I come back to Hilton Head.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
Everything was a 10/10 will definitely be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
When I say this is the place to be on Saturday, I mean it. The service was wonderful. They were able to accommodate a party of 10 and still were able to cater to each of our individual needs. The owner, Mr. Singleton, was hospitable and simply personable. The food and drinks were great. The crab balls and the strawberry lemon drop martini were to die for. The band came on at 7:30 sharp and honey, this is no amateur band. This has been by far one of my best restaurant experiences…and I am from Savannah. This family will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oxtail Stew, Crab Balls, Fried Pork Chop 2 Sides
My family and are were from out of town. Everyone was so happy with the food, service and entertainment. If we are ever in the area again, we will definitely return.
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