Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. San Diego
  4. North San Diego
  5. Carlsbad
Ruby's Diner Carlsbad - Ruby's Diner, Carlsbad, CA

Ruby's Diner

4.5
4.5
26 Reviews
$30 and under
American

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
  • Kid-friendly
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
Come visit nostalgic Ruby's Diner Carlsbad for amazing burgers, fabulous shakes, and super breakfast. We are located near the family fun Legoland and next door to the world-renowned Carlsbad flower fields.

Our 1940's location is family and pet friendly. We offer a place where mom and dad can relax while their little ones enjoy our motorized train that circles the restaurant while you dine.

Come Shooby Dooby Down to Ruby's for your next family meal, first date, or shake craving.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Burgers
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 931-7829
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have our own Banquet Room for special occasions.
  • Neighborhood
    Carlsbad
  • Cross street
    We are right off the 5 freeway. Palomar Airport Road and Paseo Del Norte
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

What 26 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

26 Reviews
  1. Dianne

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun, relaxed 50’s diner atmosphere and decor. Food and service both excellent with moderate pricing. Kids will love the model train which runs around the track close to the ceiling. Plenty of parking on south end. Very enjoyable experience.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Monique

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    39 reviews

    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for “Frings”, burgers, salads, shakes at the Carlsbad outlets. They offer inside or Patio seating. Dog-friendly is a plus!!!

    Is this helpful?

  3. DiningWithDiane

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The turkey burger had no turkey meat in it. When asked, the server said it was on the other side of the half I cut. There was nothing in there. The food has gone downhill.

    Is this helpful?

  4. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ruby’s is always fun and delicious. We popped in for Mother’s Day and were completely pleased!

    Is this helpful?

  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Kind of dissapointed with the calamare i didnt know its a stick calamare

    Is this helpful?

  6. Diaglot

    San Diego

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s a diner, loud and young children screaming next to your booth. Parents unaware, but that’s on them. Good food, basic diner fare, probably won’t go back for a long time. It worked for the moment.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Curt

    VIP

    San Diego

    124 reviews

    4.0

    124 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a really nice place for breakfast - great service and the food was really good. It's our first time in, but we will return - it's hard to find an old fashioned breakfast place in San Diego!

    Is this helpful?

  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food.. great service ……thats all!!! Happy Holidays

    Is this helpful?

  9. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    food was hard and over cooked and our waitress was more interested in anything else that didn’t involve waiting tables

    Is this helpful?

  10. Dougnnan

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a family group of 7 and were seated at a very large table. Our waitress was fantastic. She was friendly and took care of our needs. Our order was done correctly despite several special requests. We loved the food. The fries were seasoned and tasty. We requested the bun on the club sandwich to be substituted for grilled sourdough bread. A good choice, although we seemed to be charged extra for the change. The milkshakes were great, of course. Prices have gone up, however portions are large and you can take extra home.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Ruby's Diner offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ruby's Diner also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 931-7829.

Ruby's Diner is rated 4.5 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ruby's Diner

5630 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008-4458

Additional information

  • Cross street
    We are right off the 5 freeway. Palomar Airport Road and Paseo Del Norte
  • Neighborhood
    Carlsbad
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Burgers
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    (760) 931-7829
  • Private party facilities
    We have our own Banquet Room for special occasions.
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo