Hello all
Just went for a quick lunch at Rudys today
Food was so stunning
Great atmosphere
Nice staffs
But only negative was service slow, which in terms of considering food quality can be ignored...
This place is hidden in the back of the Hydro building on Portage ave.
Been here a few times for lunch... The first time I had the heart attack sandwich (forgot what it was called but it had a dozen strips of bacon on it) with some kind of soup (mushroom I think) and really enjoyed myself.
The second time I had some kinda of steak bites thing (the sandwich was gone from the menu, may have killed too many people) I really enjoyed it (and so did the wasp hanging around my table) I also had the french onion soup and it was pretty good but not particularly memorable.
The atmosphere was nice and the staff were quick and friendly.
Would go back when in the area.
Great appetizers, especially on the monday special of 3 appetizers for $24. The appetizers are quite large well worth the regular price but even better on Monday.
Went out for my anniversary dinner. Had great service. We sat ourselves as the place was almost empty. Orederd the carmel apple martini, the first sip was amazing, however it went downhill from there- it was sickly sweet. We had the special of the night $2.50 fish tacos -one regular, and one feature of the day. Both were fantastic. I would order a few of them and have that as a main course. I had the asain lettuce cups and the hubby had the t-bone steak. I loved my dish but my hubby's steak was just ok. It was cooked correctly - med. rare, I just thought it could be a nicer cut of meat for the price of $33.00. Overall we had a great night and would go back again.
This place always seems to be busy, they are definitely doing some things right. The location is pretty great for drawing the down town crowd, but if you're coming in from elsewhere in the city then parking sucks. Service was good, food was good, portions were good. The calamari was excellent, fish tacos very good, fries and onion rings both very good. The patio is a nice space as well in the summer time. I will be back!
Been back a fifth time and the food is always delicious and the place is really busy at lunch and during events downtown. Suggest a reservation well in advance, if you want to get in. Service is always dependable but when you see how big the place is you'll understand why there may be a little wait here and there. Give yourself some time for events.
Great bar menu and even better drinks! Service is impeccable, our drinks were never more than half empty and our server was charming! We will definitely be back!
I've been here a couple times and I always received very good service. Their food quality is very consistent and the portion is reasonable considering their prices.
Decent at best. I've been a couple times this year with the patio, but last summer was way better! A lot of Winnipeg socialites make this their Wednesday destination, so its almost like a little Winnipeg mixer party.
Lovely. I enjoyed my time, Tuesday is $2.00 tacos (2.25 tequila shots & $4 coronas) and the fish tacos are so good! they also now have chicken tacos which were good! :) will be back on Tuesdays! my new taco joint.
Good atmosphere, great server. But I wouldn't say this is a good place to eat at. Only drinks
Lamb Curry. Lamb curry? I think not! it was almost gross....almost!. The manager was good enough to let me switch to the curry shrimp fried rice.
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Awesome food!. Went today for a birthday.
Greeted quickly. Liked the atmosphere and look of the restaurant. Our waitress was very friendly as were the other staff on that night.
Happened to go on one of their nights where they feature a 'date night' special which consists of one app to share, an entree each (steaks not included) and a dessert to share for $50.
Now first off let me say I'm used to fairly small apps, so we did order two. The sticky ribs and the calamari. Holy moly the portions were HUUUUUUUUGE! It was just myself and my bf and one app alone could easily be shared among 4-6 people.
Sticky ribs were amazing. Great flavour. Highly suggest these the most!
Calamari wasn't the type I normally like (the very thin rings, lightly battered, opposed to thicker calamari cuts I've had) but it was so, so very good! Loved the sauce drizzled on them. Seasoning was perfect. Loved them.
I ordered the lamb curry. Again, huge portion but also excellent! Bf had the three little pigs and said it tasted great.
Dessert was his choice - the chocolate ganache I believe. Yummy, wasn't overly rich. Large piece which was good for sharing.
We left with three full boxes of leftovers which are enough for three separate meals on their own. Pretty happy about that though since the food was so good!
All I can say is if you come here, come hungry cause there will be lots to eat! Would go again!
Go for the food in the off hours. Here is the deal... any time there is an event down town this place is over loaded.... like to the brim full.... I'm thinking this might account for this place being lower in the rating than how the food actually is.I We went in the off hours, on a day nothing was going on downtown and I had great food and service. The menu is unique enough to appeal to those looking to try something they wouldn't make at home, and also "plain jane" friendly. Both my parents and I enjoyed it, and I would totally eat here again. Oh but make reservations.... they are a little lame about seating you even when the place is near empty.... not sure why this just seems to be there thing. Still good food though.
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Terrific Service - But It Just Must Be Us. My husband and I stopped in at Rudy's following a Jets game. From the reviews on here I would expect terrible service but what we received was anything but. My husband and I can't seem to find terrible service in this city to save our lives. We must have "big tipper" or "kiss my ass firmly" printed on our foreheads. Either that or it must be that we greet our servers and ask how they are and treat them like human beings - I don't know.
The hostess greeted us warmly and brought us to our seat where we were immediately greeted by our server. She couldn't get our drinks to us fast enough. Throughout our stay she was constantly checking our glasses to be sure they weren't empty and the second our meals hit the table she was asking if she could also bring us water since we only had alcohol on the table. Honestly, she just couldn't do enough for us. Superb service.
The lamb shank I ordered was not exactly what one would expect. It was like lamb meat wrapped in a sausage casing. But I'll tell you what - the meat was tender, it pulled apart effortlessly and was very flavorful. It was complimented very nicely by the generous portion of feta on top and the mashed potatoes tasted great. What the hell more can you expect for nineteen dollars? If I wanted a piece of lamb that came closer to meeting my expectations visually I would be spending fifty bucks at the Lobby on York or Hy's. My husband really enjoyed his chicken cordon bleu.
For a spot to grab a few drinks and a bite to eat following a game, Rudy's fits the bill nicely.
Decadent burger!. Had a burger & fries here a while back and was blown away by how tasty it was. The fries are terrifying - not that they were bad, but probably very, very bad for you! Service was merely ok. A little loud & boisterous for us but ok for a quick visit. Hope to get back there soon. 7/10
Good Grub. We had the lamb shank, pork tenderloin, salmon, meat loaf and lamb curry. All dishes were good, with the right amount of spices. The only critique pertains to the lamb shank. We were expecting the actual shank....with the bones, etc...What we received was lamb meat formed into a sausage casing. The menu needs to be revised to include this description.
We were told by staff that everything is made fresh from scratch unlike the chain restaurants. We found it to be a little much, but they're trying to differentiate themselves from the other places.
Overall good, but not outstanding.
Service was great. After reading all the negative reviews on here, my wife and I decided to form our own opinion. We went about a month back before a Jets game, now I will not go anywhere else. The food quality was fantastic, I've had almost everything from the appetizer menu now. As soon as we had walked through the door and looked for a seat at the bar, all the staff were very welcoming. Rudy's is definitely worth your time, avoid the negative reviews. Ask for Chris or Justice
Love the style and atmosphere that rudys offers. Also the bartending was delightful and I definitely am a fan of "wet the duck".
Arielle Odessa Joy Sirota
+4.5
Loved coming here for some quick drinks and apps! Kaitlynn was an amazing server so knowledgable and friendly. Always kept our drinks coming and we will definitely be back soon ! We had the summer rolls that she suggested and they were amazing! Thanks kaitlynn and we will be back soon! Yum!
Not sure why rudys has such a low rating. We came in the other night on a weekday. Alanna was amazing and catered to our every need. The kettle chips and brie as well as pork tenderloin and lamb were delicious. Will definitely come back.
Best bruschetta. I love their decor. Bruschetta is to die for. It's a little over priced for most things.
Great Girls Night!. Went to Rudy's with two friends for a girl's dinner. The dining room was slow so we had our pick of tables.
Our waiter John was really accomodating and attentive. He also was fun and friendly. When we said we had a history of staying long, he joked around with us and called us campers.
He made great food recommendations and two of us went with his recommendation of the crab cakes. So delicious, fresh and tasty. I know I'll be back just for the crab cakes.
Our service was excellent and he was passionate about the restaurant. I'll definitely be back! Love the fun, casual vibe.
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Loved the energy, the story and the variety. Rudy's is my downtown fav in Winnipeg and I'm very surprised by the negative feedback that I've read here in a few reviews on urbanspoon.
Rudy's is the only downtown hot spot that I even consider bringing guests to whether they're locals or from Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. The experience begins with Rudy's super environmentally responsible decor. Look around you during your visit there, everything from the recycled floors and diminutive lighting to the refurbished chairs and even the sensory restrooms are über green. This place is LEED certified. This is the only restaurant in Winnipeg that can boast that.
Upon entering either a smiling hostess or the charismatic general manager, Jonny, greet you as enter the establishment. Jonny will remember your name, the company you work for, the table you like, your kids names, the wine you ordered last time etc etc. He will try and hook you up every time, whether it's obtaining a really tight reservation on a packed concert night or coming in on his day off to buy/have a drink with you when you got the promotion you've been gunning for.
I'm the easiest guest to please so long as I am served with a smile, and visited frequently and competently. If I have questions I want either an immediate answer or an "I'm not sure, let me find out for you right away" kind of attitude. I hate wishy-washy. And I HATE server rudeness. We've all been there. That being said: I have always had really solid experiences at Rudy's service wise. Friendly staff who are knowledgeable about the menu and obviously employ the teamwork method. They run one another's food, clear tables, run payments etc. When my guests and I leave everyone thanks us, not just the server who got the tip. I cannot praise the staff any more highly at Rudy's.
In fact I wonder if it is consequential that many of the young women working here also happen to be beautiful so they are automatically critiqued more heavily? I prepose this question only because I do on occasion hear catty comments as a double x chromosome server leaves a table of women. Lets be honest fellow females, you're not critiquing her service, you're bashing her skirt, her make up and calling her derogatory names.... Your own insecurities are not a reflection on a server's capacity to serve. It is not her fault that you have avoided jumping on a treadmill for the last decade anymore than it is your fault that I forgot to buy Greek yogurt at the store today.
Rudy's makes everything in house: burgers, bread, bacon and more! How they get our lunches out in fifteen minutes is beyond me. I've toured the kitchen and it is spotless, bustling with activity and pure efficiency. It's not uncommon to find the the owner Mike Schafer in the stainless steel prep kitchen hammering out 450 burger patties that he just finished grinding. What kind of proprietor does these menial tasks when he literally pays people to do them, you ask? The best kind. The kind that is so dedicated to your experience that he would rather suit up in kitchen whites and get his hands dirty than let your duck clubhouse and fries get to your table in 16 minutes instead of 15.
I give Rudy's 5 stars. As an industry heavy-weight pulling fives from me is not an easy win. Congratulations Rudy's on all your success and thank you for giving Winnipeg another awesome restaurant!
LOVE this place!!!!. I have been here 4 times now and I have loved all times. The food is amazing! The atmosphere reminds me of great lounges in Toronto. The service is amazing. The bartender even came over to see if we liked our drinks (we ordered the colossal caesar and it was prob the best drink ever). I will def be back. It's an awesome place to chill with friends or to party.
Delicious Calamari and steak! Excellent service, definately coming back! Yumm ;)
My new fav restaurant. My husband & I tried Rudy's for the 1st time on Saturday night & I now have a new fav restaurant. The service was great, I enjoyed the atmosphere very much, and the food was totally delish!! I absolutely fell in love with the Salmon Tar Tar & can't wait to go back to eat there again. Mmmm... Salmon Tar Tar!!
Great Friday night. Went to Rudy's last night for a few drinks. Was my first time there as I am from out of town. My date and I sat at the bar and we were greeted and welcomed to the bar top. The bartender Chris introduced himself and offered up menu insight but we opted out of eating. Unsure of what cocktails to try he offered to create a few for us to try. I enjoyed my evening out and would recommend this establishment to my local winnipeg friends. Very good experience
Misleading?. Had the Dirty Dozen sandwich. Was really looking forward to the "12 pieces of bacon" as stated on the menu. When my sandwich arrived, I was surprised how flat it looked considering I was expecting a ton of bacon. Then it hit me! It was 12 pieces, not SLICES. So there were 6 halves on each side of the sandwich. And all the while I had been expecting this monster of a bacon sandwich, turns out, it was just a regular BLT.
I do have to give props on the fries.... absolutely delicious. I'd go back just for those.
Rudys Downtown. Went there on Saturday night and really enjoyed the appetizers, drinks and atmosphere! Definitely recommended!
Expensive but good food. Good service and good food. Depends on what you ordered. Sandwiches are huge but I ordered some chicken dish and portion was small (but delish!) I would go back with a group of people but not on a date.
Loved everything except the calamari. Service, salad, steak, and dessert were all very good. I had heard mixed reviews and wanted to try it for myself. I was pleasantly surprised. We were seated in the dining room, as the lounge was full. Our server was very attentive (as well as other staff and the manager), the food was out quickly and served hot. I would definitely return and recommend to others.
Atmosphere. I've been Rudy's Eat & Drink twice. Once I ate on the patio and once on the lounge. Both were great times. The food on both occasions was quite good and the portions are a very nice size. The beer list is pretty solid. The service is quite good as well. I've enjoyed a steak as well as a burger. The burger was definitely more enjoyable then the steak and I think that Rudy's is better suited for that type of fare but the steak was still good and fairly priced. Appetizers were very good. French Onion soup was delicious. I will definitely be back. I'm sure it is a great place to take in a Jets game as well.
Rudy's Country Store and Bar-B-Q is a barbecue restaurant established in Leon Springs, a district of San Antonio in the U.S. state of Texas in 1989.[1] The company operates restaurants in Texas, Arizona, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Colorado, and Florida and sells products online.
Rudy’s perennial best-seller is brisket, with other popular offerings including turkey, chicken, pork ribs, sausage, chopped beef, pulled pork, and prime rib.
Sides include coleslaw, cream corn, spicy pinto beans, new potatoes, potato salad and bread. Soda and beer are sold as beverages and both feature regional selections. Rudy’s also serves breakfast tacos in the morning, which can be made to order or bought from the “grab-and-go” selection in the country store.[6]
An unexpected surprise in downtown. Comfortable, almost retro interior. Great service. Food was above normal bar expectations. Definitely worth a stop.
Fantastic downtown place to eat. Our waitress Jusstice was absolutely fantastic. Highlight of our visit(s). Highly professional with speech and body language, knows the menu inside & Out. Just watching her serve other parties was a treat seeing how she handle various clientele. She would check up on us regarding how our food is tasting and she would see that we just stuffed our faces full of food and she would ask a yes or no question (which could be answered with a simple nod) and leaves, which is absolutely appreciated by because you don't need to clear your face or look like that guy who's trying to talk with their mouth full.
I ordered the BLT wrap both times I went, it came with their signature Russian dressing and it was the best wrap I've ever had. It was stuffed full of bacon the dressing with just enough on the outside it was crunchy was well put together, and a side of fries was very tasty as well.
Excellent, although somewhat pricey, dining experience.
We went as a group here for Poutine week. This was not my favorite poutine, however it was a great hit with some others in my party.
It was a slow roasted Piri piri chicken with a tangy gravy, cheese curds and sharp cheddar. Smoky, sweet grilled pickled peppers, scallions, cilantro, cherry tomatoes and creme fraiche.
There was dueling pianos as free entertainment when we went.
The service was for the most part very good (it depends on your server and we were served by 2).
Parking is downtown parking. Its a bit problematic, but if you don't mind walking, there is a parking garage nearby.
Nice atmosphere and patio area. Service is great and the Manager CJ is always willing to jump in and lend a hand to his staff. Retro 80's music was a blast from the past. Lost a star because I wasn't given cutlery for a take out order. Lots of different beers on tap.
We spent our first evening in Winnipeg here and the experience was fantastic. Awesome shots, cocktails, and food! Also, our waiter gave us great recommendations of other things to do!
They are incredibly accommodating staff, absolutely wonderful, safe space for a date 10/10 honestly amazing service and great food
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