One of the best cafés Auckland has to offer.
Ruby Red locally sources their produce; something that really shines through in their affordable breakfasts. I’d reccomend the bruschetta - two slices of garlicky ciabatta topped with avocado, tomato, and pesto - which was delicious, filling and only $9! Their hot drinks are also incredible value for money, on top of being very well made.
This café is a clear hit with the locals, and with a welcoming interior, great food and an affordable menu, I can’t say I blame them.
Great café, sunny in the morning, just when you want it. The outdoor seating is perfect, summer or on a rain-less day. The menu is a perfect size and they’re great in regards to customisation. The coffees are great too. It’s a lovely place to meet friends or read the paper. The prices are good too
Enjoyed breakfast here with my family. Downside is that us adults were served first and kids were left waiting longer but I guess that may have been something to request for next time. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Loved the Salad breakfast. Food looked appetising and tasted great too.
When you're not feeling as frugal as I am most days, head to Ruby Red and treat yourself to the Big Breakfast. A slight up-grade from the casual mixed grill. Comes with a gourmet pork sausage, roast potatoes, creamy mushroom (nice and light), eggs (any style), wholegrain toast and tomato. A decent sized plate of brekkie goodness so make sure to go on an empty stomach!
I’m obsessed with this place! It’s often my first choice. Their blueberry pancakes are perfect and come with plenty of yummy extras. The pancakes themselves are always fluffy. The coffee is very nice and the staff are never rude. Corn fritters is also a favourite in our family. The seat height sometimes gives me anxiety but other than that, it’s lovely. There are also plenty of tables outside.
We come here most weekends to grab a coffee, something from the cabinet and sometimes a breakfast. The coffee is lovely and very consistent! The paninis are delicious and I love the morrocan chicken and the ginger crunch slice but having tried a couple of other more average things those are the standouts for me. Breakfast meals are nice and reasonably priced. Its my favorite place in the area to get a coffee and something to eat.
Enjoyed our brunch there yesterday. Welcomed but attentive staff, great coffee and my husband said best chocolate milkshake ever! He had the mince and said he'd be back for it. I ordered the omelette... it was delicious. Very happy with our visit.
French toast was bomb as! Big breakfast was yum, through sausages and eggs 🔥🔥🔥 see yall nek week. Oh and even more solid cos had a Hong Kong savory 😥
Food was amazing. Service phenom. What a gem! Highly recommend! Healthy, hearty and delicious! We can’t say enough about this amazing cafè. 😀
Best Salmon eggs benny ever!! Great team behind and always friendly. Other food items are just as great. The chicken and avacado sammy is the bomb and their big breakfast is beautiful.
A regular favorite whenever I'm in Auckland. They serve great coffee and offer a delicious assortment of pastries. Their French toast is AMAZING!
During this visit, it started as a quick grab-and-go coffee stop, but I couldn't resist trying the delicious sticky cinnamon pecan scroll, which led us to enjoy our coffee right there (much better that way). We also decided to get their house-made scone. No regrets!
The service was prompt, even though they were quite busy, and the outdoor seating provided the perfect setting to enjoy the sun and breeze.
Treat yourself to the Big Brekkie. A slight upgrade from the usual mixed grill, in the Mangere area. Comes with a gourmet pork sausage (gf), creamy mushroom (nice and light), bacon, eggs (any style), wholegrain toast with butter and tomato. A decent sized plate of brekkie goodness. Others dishes to try are their Omelette and Beef salad 👌 I've ordered a few times now. Lovely staff and great service.
Really chilled out, community village vibe. The coffee is exceptional. The barista is soooo good. I keep coming back just for her, and I've been doing so for 6 years.
The pancakes are super fluffy, and the portion is generous.
The breakfast salad is perfect. Well seasoned and portioned. I'd probably add another two poached eggs to increase the protein content, but still its very, very delicious.
The selection in the cabinet is also delicious.
If you're looking for a place that has a relaxed vibe and has a great community feel, this is the place to go.
We walk and pass by this shop, found that really crowded, so we walk in and give a try.
The staff here are so friendly, and the food portion is worth the price.
The size big of drinks really worth it too.
Lovely food! It’s always fresh and hot. Corn fritters are a favourite of mine - they’re packed with goodness and come paired with a lovely relish. The coffee is more than halfway decent (excellent in my opinion) and I’ll admit, I cannot resist their gingerbread men. The staff are friendly and always provide quality service.
Really fast and friendly service. I asked for French Toast with bacon the first time but still got bacon, then I ordered again today and asked for blueberries instead of bananas and bacon and I got it. Still too sweet for my liking but it ain't too bad.
Cherry smile at the counter and great service at our table. We both ordered an omelette which was to include Salmon, at an extra cost. Would have been fine if we could spot or taste the Salmon. Otherwise tasty. Great coffee - nice and hot. Price would have been fine if the Salmon had been just a little bit visible.
We have been here a number of times now and there's always a good vibe.
The coffee is superb. The food is great. The staff are genuinely friendly and attentive. Prices are very reasonable. We frequent Ruby Red most weekends... it's that good 👍 Our go to brekkie is the Free Range Eggs on 5 grain toast, mine is with bacon and my wife's is either with salmon or avocado (the tomato relish is a perfect accompaniment). I also highly recommend the Big Brekkie. Best cafe in Mangere Bridge hands down!!! We love Ruby Red ♥️
I’m from australia and this was the best breaker I’ve had in years!!!
10/10 for coffee
10/10 for food
Price may be deceiving but it’s worth it for the portion size you get!
I will be back!
Great coffee, excellent salmon filo, scrumptious Carrot Cake, moist, full of flavour. Outdoor dining, welcoming staff
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