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Ruby, My Dear

12 Longland St, Newstead QLD 4006, Australia

Recommended by 71 people

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12 Longland St, Newstead QLD 4006, Australia

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+61 411 884 448
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ruby, My Dear

Vinyl spins behind the booth while low lights settle over Newstead’s coeliac-friendly izakaya. Regulars tuck into intimate tables for share plates paired with crisp cocktails and Japanese pours. Between needle drops, the kitchen turns out gluten-free karaage chicken, agedashi tofu, and crisp eggplant katsu sandos.

  • Vinyl listening lounge: Live guest DJs and analog record setups shape a dim, music-led dining room.
  • Coeliac-safe dining: Coeliac diners get rare izakaya staples like gluten-free karaage and agedashi tofu.
  • Group banquets: Sharing banquets and swift drink refills keep birthday groups comfortably settled.
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What's On at Ruby, My Dear

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

Why Choose Ruby, My Dear

Why diners choose Ruby, My Dear for intimate dates, vinyl soundscapes, and inclusive izakaya feasts.

  • Live vinyl lounge listening

    An analog vinyl DJ booth and turntable sessions are woven directly into dining service, setting a distinct sonic backdrop.

    It’s also a real treat for the vinyls to be a key part of your dinner too and you can tell every guest dj has a love for music

    Amy Johnston

  • Moody, intimate date setting

    Low lighting, intimate seating, and warm acoustics create a dedicated environment designed for shared evening dates.

    The lights are low and the tables feel intimate, even when the restaurant is full. The perfect date spot for a couple

    Elliot Thorne

  • Celebrated milestone occasions

    Guests dining for birthdays and milestones experience warm personal touches and celebratory hospitality from the floor team.

    I honestly can't thank you enough for how special you made my birthday! And the food and drinks were exceptional!

    Amy

  • Unhurried, transportive atmosphere

    Thoughtful room pacing and ambient hospitality help guests slow down, unwind, and settle into relaxed conversation.

    the carefully curated music, live jazz sessions, and relaxed yet sophisticated setting create an experience that encourages you to slow down, enjoy a drink, and settle into the evening.

    H

  • Dedicated coeliac-safe izakaya items

    Extensive gluten-free options and kitchen care allow coeliac diners to enjoy staples like karaage chicken and agedashi tofu safely.

    Almost all of the menu if GF which is a bonus as it has items like Karage Chicken and Agedashi Tofu that can be difficult to find.

    Ryan Harvey

  • Flexible banquet dietary substitutions

    Banquet and set-menu formats seamlessly accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions with painless course substitutions.

    We had the $69 banquet and with a fish allergy there wasn’t a problem swapping out one of the courses.

    Marcus Denby

Signature izakaya dishes celebrated for flavour and coeliac accessibility

  • Karaage Chicken

    The Karaage chicken was especially a highlight—we couldn’t get enough.

    Raani Maharaj

  • Agedashi Tofu

    Agedashi Tofu – 9/10

    Coda Ebejer

  • Chicken Skins

    the chicken skins, which were full of flavour

    Rachel Lightbody

  • Wagyu Tataki

    Stand out dish ⭐️ wagyu tataki

    Julz Tapelu

Other favorites

Distinct raw plates, vegetarian dumplings, and shared izakaya bites

  • Vegetable Dumplings

    Vegetable Dumpling – 10/10

    Coda Ebejer

  • Snapper Namero with Nori Crisp

    The standout dish of the evening was the snapper namero with nori crisp. The flavours were well balanced, with the delicate fish pairing beautifully with the savoury crunch of the nori.

    H

  • Prawns

    the prawns were hands down the best I’ve ever had in my life

    Raani Maharaj

  • Eggplant Katsu Sando

    I highly recommend trying the eggplant katsu sando as that was unexpectedly my favourite dish I tried.

    George Gilliland

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and tailored hospitality that elevate intimate dates and celebrations.

  • In-House Vinyl DJ Sessions

    Guest DJs spin live vinyl records directly within the dining room, shifting the soundscape from mellow background jazz early on to vibrant analog sets as the evening progresses.

  • Personalised Milestone Recognition

    Floor staff note celebration details from online reservation notes beforehand, welcoming anniversary couples with warm personal congratulations across service.

  • Tailored Dietary & Coeliac Inclusions

    The kitchen accommodates coeliac and allergy needs with dedicated care, preparing gluten-free staples like karaage chicken and agedashi tofu alongside hassle-free set-menu swaps.

  • Attentive Celebration Hosting

    Staff regularly assist milestone groups with group photos and flexible table arrangements to make celebrations feel effortless.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, music sessions, and dietary accommodations for your visit.

  • Check the Music Schedule

    If you are visiting for the vinyl listening lounge atmosphere, note that Wednesday evenings may not feature live music or a DJ session.

  • Time Your Reservation

    A 6:30pm reservation offers a quieter, more intimate setting before the energy picks up around the vinyl booth later into the evening.

  • Ask for Set Menu Dietary Swaps

    Diners with coeliac disease or fish allergies can request substitutions on set menus without hassle from the accommodating floor team.

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