Looking for a cafe menu in South Dallas with breakfast, brunch, lunch, coffee, and comfort food favorites? Ruthie’s Cafe serves gourmet grilled cheese, breakfast sandwiches, cheesy grits, brunch plates, craft coffee and fresh salads in a space where every meal supports something bigger. All proceeds from the cafe go directly to St. Philip’s School and Community Center, making every visit a way to invest in the South Dallas community.
Breakfast menu served all day!
All sandwiches are served on grilled sourdough bread
Grilled Cheese
Morning Hippie
Scrambled eggs, grilled tomatoes, mozzarella and basil pesto
Ruthie’s Breakfast Sandwich
Scrambled eggs, house cheese blend with choice of bacon, chicken or pork sausage
Croissan’wich
Scrambled eggs, house cheese blend with choice of bacon, chicken or pork sausage on a flakey croissant
Bowls, Wraps and Plates
Ruthie’s Classic Breakfast
3 scrambled eggs, sliced sourdough toast and a choice of bacon, chicken or pork sausage
Hakiim’s Wrap
Spinach tortilla stuffed with scrambled eggs, tomato, spinach and choice of bacon or chicken sausage, served with a side of Belen’s Salsa
Sunnyside Power Bowl
Scrambled eggs, maple sweet potatoes, sauteed spinach, sriracha with choice of bacon or chicken sausage
Little Ruthie's Breakfast
(For children 12 and under)
1/2 Breakfast Sandwich
Half portion of any breakfast sandwich. Served with tots or fruit
Classic Breakfast
2 scrambled eggs, 2 strips of bacon, fruit cup and toast
Breakfast Sides
Toast
Pork Sausage Patty (2pc)
Scrambled Eggs
Tater Tots
Bacon (2pc)
Chicken Sausage (1 link)
Fresh Fruit Cup
Belen’s Salsa
Yogurt Parfait w/Granola
Pastries
Danish
Cinnamon Roll
Tea Cake
Freckled Nut Bar
Cake Pop
Croissant
Muffin
Brunch Menu
All sandwiches are served on grilled sourdough bread
Grilled Cheese
Avocado Toast
Sourdough, smashed avocado, grilled tomato and pickled onion topped with bagel spice
Sourdough French Toast
Topped with fresh berries and powdered sugar
The Breakfast Beast
Grilled steak, sauteed onions and tator tot hash sandwiched between two pieces of French toast
Morning Hippie
Scrambled eggs, grilled tomatoes, mozzarella and basil pesto
Ruthie’s Breakfast Sandwich
Scrambled eggs, house cheese blend with choice of bacon, chicken or pork sausage
Croissan’wich
Scrambled eggs, house cheese blend with choice of bacon, chicken or pork sausage on a flakey croissant
Bowls, Wraps & Plates
Zo’s Breakfast Hash
Tater tots layered with scrambled eggs, sauteed onions and spinach, topped with brisket and BBQ drizzle
Cheesy Grits & Toast
Buttered grits with shredded cheddar and side of sourdough toast
Ruthie’s Classic Breakfast
3 scrambled eggs, sliced sourdough toast and a choice of bacon, chicken or pork sausage
Hakiim’s Wrap
Spinach tortilla stuffed with scrambled eggs, tomato, spinach and choice of bacon or chicken sausage, served with a side of Belen’s Salsa
Sunnyside Power Bowl
Scrambled eggs, maple sweet potatoes, sauteed spinach, sriracha with choice of bacon or chicken sausage
Little Ruthie's Brunch
1/2 Breakfast Sandwich
Half portion of any breakfast sandwich. Served with tots or fruit
Classic Breakfast
2 scrambled eggs, 2 strips of bacon, fruit cup and toast
Brunch Sides
Toast
Pork Sausage Patty (2pc)
Scrambled Eggs
Simple Side Salad
Grits
Bacon (2pc)
Chicken Sausage (1 link)
Tater Tot Hash
Fresh Fruit Cup
Belen’s Salsa
Yogurt Parfait w/Granola
Lunch Menu
All sandwiches are served on grilled sourdough bread
Grilled Cheese
Philly Cheesesteak
Grilled steak, sauteed peppers and onions, mozzarella and house queso
Turkey Club
Smoked turkey, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickle and house honey mustard
Plain Jane
Lots of ooey-gooey American cheese
Extra Cheesy
Our house blend of American, mozzarella, sharp white and mild cheddar
Italian Hippie
Mozzarella, grilled tomato and basil pesto
The Boss
Brisket, cheddar and house BBQ sauce
Crazy Chicken
Grilled chicken, bacon, mozzarella and crazy sauce
Turkey Trot
Smoked turkey, bacon, cheddar and Ruthie's sauce
Patty Melt
1/3 pound burger smashed to order, grilled onions, American cheese
Salads
Simple Green Salad
Chopped romaine, grape tomatoes, cheddar, croutons and choice of dressing
Classic Cobb
Chopped romaine, turkey, bacon, egg, tomato, cheddar, croutons and choice of dressing
Chicken Caesar
Chopped romaine, grilled chicken, Asiago cheese, croutons and caesar dressing
Little Ruthie's Lunch
(For children 12 and under)
1/2 Ruthie’s Sandwich
1/2 Ruthie's Sandwich* Served with fruit or fries *Exceptions: The Boss, The Patty Melt and Philly Cheesesteak
Lunch Sides
Simple Side Salad
Fries or Tots (LG)
Fries or Tots (SM)
Yogurt Parfait w/Granola
Tomato Basil Soup
Belen’s Salsa
Fresh Fruit Cup
Loaded Fries
Extra Cheesy Loaded Fries
Large fries topped with shredded cheddar and house queso
The Boss Loaded Fries
Large fries loaded with shredded cheddar, house queso and brisket, topped with BBQ sauce, ranch and pickled jalapenos
Beverages
Coffee
All coffee beverages are made using Tre Stelle Colombian Single Origin (Hand roasted in Addison, TX) and may be served iced or hot
Cortado
Matcha Horchata
Single Espresso
Double Espresso
Americano
Cappuccino
Latte
Matcha Latte
Chai Tea Latte
Nutella Latte
Drip Coffee
Hot Tea
Enhance your Coffee with a Flavor Shot – Dark Chocolate, Hazelnut, Caramel or Vanilla Bean or a Hot or Cold Foam with whole, almond or oat milk
Drinks
Bloom
Chobani Protein Yogurt
Fairlife Protein
Celsius
Bottled Water
San Pellegrino
Whole Milk
Tea – Sweet or Unsweetened
Orange Juice
Motts Apple Juice
Fountain Drinks
Dr. Pepper, Lemonade, Orange Crush, Pepsi, Pepsi Zero, Starry
Make it a Southside Soda by adding a Flavor to Any Fountain Drink: Pineapple, Coconut, Lime, Vanilla Bean, Chocolate, Hazelnut or Caramel
Please alert your server of any food allergies prior to ordering. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially those with medical conditions.
Looking for the best breakfast in South Dallas? Our all-day breakfast menu has something for everyone. Try the Chicken Sausage, Egg & Cheese sandwich on grilled sourdough or the Morning Hippie Breakfast Sandwich with mozzarella, basil pesto, and scrambled eggs. For a lighter start, go with a Yogurt Parfait with granola or a pastry. Children can enjoy Little Ruthie’s Breakfast with scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, and fresh fruit. Whether you want a full plate or a half-portion with fries, breakfast in South Dallas has never tasted better.
A Dallas Brunch Spot You Don’t Want to Miss
When it comes to Dallas brunch spots, our menu blends comfort with bold flavors. Avocado Toast with grilled tomato and pickled onion is a favorite, while The Breakfast Beast stacks chopped cheesesteak and hash browns between two slices of French Toast. Southern-style Cheesy Grits with sourdough toast are a must-try, and Zo’s Breakfast Hash brings BBQ brisket, crispy tater tots, eggs, and spicy honey BBQ sauce together on one plate. Balance it out with the Sunnyside Power Bowl with sweet potato hash and spinach or keep it classic with Ruthie’s Classic Breakfast with eggs, toast, and your choice of bacon or sausage. Among Dallas brunch spots, we have something for every appetite.
A True Dallas Coffee Shop Experience
A true Dallas coffee shop experience starts with quality beans. All of our drinks use Tre Stelle Colombian Single Origin coffee, hand roasted in Addison, TX. Choose a bold Double Espresso or smooth Drip Coffee, or try creamy favorites like a Latte or Cappuccino. For something different, go for a Nutella Latte, cool off with an Iced Matcha Latte, or warm up with a Chai Tea Latte. Customize your drink with oat, almond, or skim milk, and add flavor shots like caramel, vanilla, or dark chocolate. Whether you need a morning start or an afternoon pick-me-up, our Dallas coffee shop delivers comfort and flavor.
A Favorite South Dallas Lunch Spot
Looking for a great lunch spot in South Dallas? Our lunch menu is packed with comforting classics and bold flavor. Go for the Philly Cheesesteak with grilled steak, sautéed peppers and onions, mozzarella, and house queso, or keep it classic with the Turkey Club stacked with smoked turkey, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and honey mustard. The Italian Hippie brings together mozzarella, grilled tomato, and basil pesto on grilled sourdough, while The Boss loads up brisket, cheddar, and house BBQ sauce for a rich, satisfying bite. If you want something lighter, try the Classic Cobb or Chicken Caesar, and round it out with fries, tots, tomato basil soup, or a fresh fruit cup. Whether you are craving a hearty sandwich or a fresh salad, lunch in South Dallas is served with plenty of flavor.
