Ruby's Mexican Restaurant — Restaurant in Tyler

Been reading about this restaurant online since we moved into town, plus some family members have recommended it so we decided to try it out today. Honestly, I don't know what the big deal is because the food was mediocre at best and definitely way overpriced.

I had their number one which is supposedly their biggest seller. Decided on shredded beef as the taco filling. Since I have a food allergy, I made sure that this was something I could eat and was told that it would be safe. Upon receiving the food I noticed the consumé had a very strong smell that I recognized I was allergic to you. One thing I cannot stand is a restaurant that will literally lie to you just to sell some food. Luckily, I am one of those people that take my food allergy extremely seriously and always ask questions. Unfortunately I was lied to and was unable to enjoy my meal.

Also ordered was the chicken taquito plate. This came with five little old taquitos, a half a head of cabbage on top of that and a chicken drumstick. Again overpriced for the amount of food that was given. This was kind of child approved but knowing my child I know she just ate it because she was hungry.

The third meal ordered was a combination of two very tiny enchiladas and two or three potato tacos Plus another random chicken leg. Again, very overpriced for the amount of food given. My husband ordered this. He said it was okay but we both agreed we would not be going back to this restaurant in...

Ok, so this place was recommended by my Nephew who suggested the birria tacos with the "gravy" consome. He was really raving about it. I'm up for the challenge. Arrived at the place. It has a nice atmosphere, very clean and inviting. Staff were friendly and helpful answering my questions. I ordered the birria tacos with the consome. The food smelled great, but of course smell and taste are two different things. Sat down at my table and took one bite of the taco without the consome. Pow pow the flavor hit me with such great joy. Then I made a huge "mistake", I dipped the taco in the consome and almost fell out my seat. Wholly cow that was good. Doing this review 4 months later and I'm still salivating over them. The flavor had depth, richness and a balance I have not experienced outside of home cooking. Yes, it was that good. The meat was tender,, juicy and enough to taste. The cheese was melted throughout and accented the meat well. The consome was very flavorful with cilantro and onions. It's a base that stands on its on. I almost ordered the consome just to eat by itself. I hate I didn't order the combo again before I left to come back to AZ. Sad they do not ship out of state. This will be my go to place when I'm back in town. Thanks nephew for the...

I was heading back from Arkansas and I realized I was gonna be getting into Tyler a bit late. It was a 6 hour drive and I hadn’t stopped for food the entire time.

As I was coming down 271, getting ready to hop on the loop, I remembered seeing a post for the Ruby’s Food Truck. I figured I would give it a shot, seeing as I’ve never ate from the food truck itself.

I ended up ordering what is now my new favorite thing from Ruby’s.

It’s called Alambre. It’s steak, pastor, red and green bell peppers, onion, and pineapple. I’m weird, so I ordered mine with just meat and cheese. I also got flour tortillas. Go cry about it🤷🏼‍♂️. It came with a slice of avocado, some limes, and a red and green sauce.

Now here’s the part that really took it over the top. I ordered some of their elote en vaso (corn in a cup) and added that to each taco😍. The flavor was absolutely insane. Also, the picture of the corn is after I mixed it up and took a few bites lol.

My oldest son was still up and I made him a couple of tacos. He said it was also his new favorite thing from Ruby’s as well.

Y’all have got to try it. I’m not sure if the alambre is a...