Reviews Ruby T's On Maling

Staffs were friendly and really enjoyed the afternoon tea.
I had sicilian apple cake and passionfruit sponges. They were lovely.
Thanks Ruby T’s!

Oh!  How I would have liked to try the Passionfruit Sponge - alas my breakfast companion and I were too early.  I suspect I would have loved it.  

'Ruby' apparently did a great deal of work for charity back in the day, so he grand-daughter (if memory serves) set this cafe up in her honour.  

This little cafe is quite olde worlde-y, and I like it for that alone.  I love that tea comes in proper, traditional tea cups, I love the tea spoons are exactly that - even down to the little teapot at the other end.  I appreciated the real embroidered cloths.  If I didn't know better I could have thought this place had been here many decades ago.  

This is one of the quieter cafes on the strip, perhaps because of it's lack of modern styling.  A couple of people having their morning cuppa, the coffee machine was certainly a nod to present day, and the Cappuccino was enjoyed by my companion who is just getting 'into' coffee.  

I chose the Prince of Wales tea - which somehow seemed the appropriate choice given our surrounds - and it was a good cup of tea, very good.  Add to this, that when I requested a top up of hot water (which in no way diminished the quality of the tea after two cups had already gone from the pot) and it came in the sweetest jug befitting the style of this place that really fits in so well in Maling Road.

The straightforward menu left both of us in no doubt what we wanted;  Benedict for me, choosing the bacon over the ham or smoked salmon.  Wilted spinach, perfect poached eggs, properly cooked bacon on lightly toasted and very fresh focaccia bread.  I can't say for sure if the hollandaise is house made, I suspect it is, it was fine.

Opposite me the Smashed Avocado and Feta with extras of two free range poachies and smoked salmon on toasted focaccia was tucked into with gusto.

Friendly staff, a lovely looking selection of cakes, treats and savoury meals like pot pies and lasagne (with bechemel - yay).  As I mentioned, I would have delighted in trying the Passionfruit Sponge - a childhood delight of mine, and certainly would consider the Sunday Lunch, like the good old days at home one day.  This is familiar food cooked as if it was your aunt in the kitchen.  

This cafe calls itself a 'coffee and tea house', and they certainly do their tea well - real tea, loose leaf, in a proper pot with a cute little strainer within.  The breakfasts we tried were good to very good.  Service to we two new customers was more like old friends, and the regulars were treated like family that you like!  Newspapers to read, books, pretty gift cards for sale (we got one), a charming change from the new style cafs popping up everywhere.  Although technically not anything to do with the cafe, having a gorgeous independent book shop immediately opposite is a big bonus in my books.

Lovely cute little place that reminded me of a tea house. With lots of sweets like scones, biscuits etc to enjoy with your tea or coffee. Coffee was good, service was friendly. Our little biscuits were served on dainty, pretty plates like your Grandma used to use.

Consistently first class, quality meals!

Ruby T’s is our favourite “go to” cafe when we need a satisfying, fresh and quality lunch, with lovely “Olde Worlde” charm.

Once more, in need of a break, some peace and quiet and an great place for conversation, Carole and I went to Ruby T’s yet again. As Carole always enjoys the restaurant, (no more than me, I might add), she was delighted to go.

We have been there in many occasions over the last 5 -6 years and it is always the same, in terms of its ambience and food quality. We both find it a very welcoming cafe with Pam leading her youthful team, meeting the customer’s requirements.

There is always excellent tea and coffee, together with a tastefully done selection of beautifully fresh ribbon sandwiches and fillings, cakes, pies, sausage rolls, vanilla slices, (you do need to try one of these - they are just great), and exquisite sponges filled with fresh cream and passionfruit icing. It would be difficult not to find something to tempt you for lunch from the menu - you can be sure it is fresh and high quality. 

There are several other menus choices of more substantial meals, including breakfast favourite of eggs of all types with bacon, etc and also frittatas to name a few. Carole often enjoys the calamari - a great choice. Me - I’m a firm ribbon sandwich aficionado - always a pleasure with a cup of tea and a passionfruit sponge!

All of the food presented is cooked on the premises to ensure the freshness that is so enjoyable.

Prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality presented to you. Service is very good, prompt and very efficient.

Carole and I just can’t help ourselves, we keep going back; so consistent with its lovely food quality and freshness, so very important. Considering our numerous visits, it is very surprising to read a few adverse comments written by some. This has not been our experience at all. Quite the contrary, its high quality never varies. 

And yes, we are looking forward to our next lunch at Ruby T's.

Pam is a great hostess. Ruby Ts has the best French Toast in Town! would highly recommend this café for breakfast, lunch or arvo tea. The scones, jam and cream or the passion fruit sponges are a must. This is a lovely old fashioned style café with lots of atmosphere, a must stop when shopping in Canterbury. They also do a great old fashioned Sunday roast that is definitely value for money.

Love this place. Food and service is consistent and staff only too happy to accommodate any special requests. Great for the kids and I love the coffee.

As I was channelling my inner Anglophile, I picked the ‘Ribbon Sandwiches ($9.90)’. The row of five sandwiches made an appealing rainbow across the plate. I particularly liked the cucumber and meat sandwiches.

Best coffee on Maling Road. Recent change in beans has made it even better. The service is always very welcoming and willing to accommodate special requests.

Lovely cafe with a great atmosphere. Not all the food is great but it's a nice place to go.

Decor is a weird mix but the food pretty good.. This café has the strangest mix of photos and tapestry and flowers you may see in a café but the Devonshire tea was nice. We ordered two Devonshire teas, the shared pot of tea was large and fresh tea leaves used. Scones were freshly baked, tasty and good size. Unfortunately there was very little jam to serve with them. When we asked they happily offered more so not big deal. Some staff are very pleasant some need to improve but overall it was a very pleasant stop on Maling Road.

Passion Delight. Walk in sit down and order a large passionfruit sponge with a cup of tea. Hands down this is the best sponge. I've heard the CWA would kill to get the recipe. Lovely owner and a rewarding bits and pieces type of place to take your mum for a nice cuppa on any afternoon.

Good cafe with great coffee and decent sandwiches. The tables, interior and atmosphere are a little spartan and not as hip as some other places on Maling Road, but the better quality of coffee more than makes up for that.

Building was from 1800s so naturally liked the architecture and ambience of it. I found the serving staff very friendly and helpful in terms of deciding the order. Menu is not Halal so I don't have much options to choose from :). So I ordered coffee and Fried eggs on toast. Liked both of them. I can visit them again for brunch as it is very near to my office

Great service, decent coffee and value for money

One of my favourite coffee places and always high on the standard. Pour over coffee can be a surprise. Food is also delicious. You can tell how much efforts they've put in - from coffee to the sause in toast sandwiches. The quality is consistent. Definitely a regular place to visit.