Rubirosa
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About Rubirosa
En Rubirosa, te damos la bienvenida a un ambiente acogedor donde la cocina italoamericana se reinventa con un toque moderno y auténtico. Nuestras pizzas de masa fina, especialmente la famosa "Tie Dye", son una explosión de sabor que te encantará. Ven a disfrutar de una experiencia culinaria única en...
En Rubirosa, te damos la bienvenida a un ambiente acogedor donde la cocina italoamericana se reinventa con un toque moderno y auténtico. Nuestras pizzas de masa fina, especialmente la famosa "Tie Dye", son una explosión de sabor que te encantará. Ven a disfrutar de una experiencia culinaria única en Albee Square, ¡te esperamos!
What Customers Say About Rubirosa
Rubirosa is a lively Italian restaurant known for its excellent thin-crust pizza and pasta. Customers rave about the energetic atmosphere and friendly service. Reservations are highly recommended due to its popularity, and some find it expensive.
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Tip: Make a reservation in advance, as the restaurant is very popular. The Tie Dye pizza and pasta dishes are highly recommended.
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Rubirosa is located in Albee Square, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
Historical Heritage
- 222 Bowery (A 212m) — building in Manhattan, New York Monumentos Históricos de Nueva York
Museums
- Guggenheim Museum SoHo (A 220m) — (1992-2001)
- New York Museum (A 232m) — 19th century museum in New York
Religious Buildings
- Church of the Divine Unity (A 184m) — church building in Manhattan, United States of America
- Soho Synagogue (A 238m) — former Orthodox synagogue in Manhattan, New York, United States
- Most Holy Crucifix Church (A 249m) — church building in Manhattan, United States of America
Parks & Gardens
- DeSalvio Playground (A 104m) — park in New York City
- jardín de la calle Elizabeth (A 140m) — jardín comunitario en Nueva York
Other Points of Interest
- Scholastic Building (A 224m) — building in New York City, headquarters of the Scholastic Corporation
- San Lorenzo Ruiz Chapel (A 260m) — Catholic church in New York City, U.S
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Rubirosa Albee Square Reviews
Wow this meal was unreal. Everything hit the mark. No joke the pizza has me looking up Rubirosa sauce jars to order because the pizza was that good. Great arugula salad with the tastiest dressing and an absolutely delicious ravioli dish in the butter sauce. I don’t *want* to come back… I NEED to come back. ❤️
After months of trying to get a reservation (yes, it’s that hard), I finally decided to just try going without one. The wait was around 45 minutes but it was worth it because the food was great! I loved the half & half pizza (tie-dye and vodka) and the mini rice balls. Definitely a must try for thin crust, cheesy, NY-style pizza.
I came here with a group of coworkers (who are not gluten free) and was prepared to get a salad and was delighted when they shared an entire gluten free menu with me. Was able to their famous tie dye pizza as gluten free. It was incredible! You definitely need a reservation cause this place gets packed.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rubirosa is pure comfort, warmth, and excellence from start to finish. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance wrapped us up like being in a beloved grandma’s house — cozy, inviting, nostalgic, and full of heart. It’s the kind of place that instantly makes you relax and feel taken care of. The service was truly exceptional. Our server, Alyssa, was warm, attentive, and wonderful, but honestly the entire team went above and beyond. You can feel how much pride they take in what they do, and that energy carries through the whole experience. And then… the food. Absolutely outstanding. We started with the fried calamari — perfectly crispy and flavorful. The Supreme pizza and Bianca pizza were both phenomenal, each bite better than the last. Even the bread was delicious (which says a lot). We finished with the tiramisu, which was rich, balanced, and the perfect ending. The espresso martinis deserve their own mention — smooth, rich, perfectly balanced, and honestly some of the best I’ve had. The ideal complement to an already incredible meal. But the moment that really sealed it? They brought out a mini pizza box filled with mini chocolate slices. Thoughtful, playful, and unforgettable. Everything was truly delectable. Rubirosa is one of those rare places that gets everything right — atmosphere, service, drinks, and food. I will absolutely be coming back, even if it’s out of my way. Highly, highly recommend.
Good vibes good food. The restaurant was packed and wait time was 45 minutes but we were seated in the back near the pizza making which was better than the front. Very cozy vibes. The food was great! The pizza was so good that I ate more slices than my usual. Mushroom pasta paired perfectly with the pizza and the fried calamari was a great starter. I would definitely recommend Rubirosa if you are around the area. Prepare for a bit of wait and cramped seating, but definitely worth it for the quality of the food here. Recommend maybe a smaller party from 2~4 due to the table size limits. Great experience and willing to visit again!
I had the most amazing experience. Started with an Italian wedding soup. Then pepperoni pizza and ended with the best tiramisu of my life. Brian was the sweetest and very helpful.
Rubirosa never disappoints! The best thin crust crunchy pizza. Must order the Caesar salad, lowkey game changer. Bryan was a great server. Always checked in with us and was so helpful. While the space is tiny, they make it up in both flavor and service.
Stopped by here when visiting from out of town and had a outstanding meal. Made a reservation a week in advance and they were gone in an instant! Tie Dye pizza was one of the better pizzas I've had in a long time. Cesar salad was fresh and well dressed, and the garlic knots were so soft, buttery, and loaded with fresh garlic. Would highly recommend as an absolute gem of a restaurant with outstanding food and charming atmosphere!
Came in at 5 and got the last two spots at the bar. The bartenders were very kind and attentive. The spot is very cozy. The pizza was my husband’s favorite but I loved my ragu.
Definitely a restaurant geared for a younger crowd. But, we had a delicious dinner. We started with a Caesar salad and asked for A side of anchovies. The salad was generous and lightly dressed. We also started with an order of the eggplant Parmesan. The eggplant was tender and the red sauce was Fresh and tangy. For our entrée, we shared an order of the cavatelli with broccoli rabe and Italian sausage. With that, we ordered a side of the broccoli rabe with garlic. Everything ordered was very good and I am impressed.
Best mozzarella sticks, pizza and tiramisu we have ever had! The Tie Dye and Rubirosa Supreme pizza were amazing! The staff were super helpful too. Thank you!
Real good food, I know they are known for their pizza but honestly the appetizers were kind of stealing the show. The Tie-dye pizza was ok but the hot honey was soooo so good!!! atmosphere was amazing, little loud but great either way. Their house wine too was nice, have nothing to complain about
My wife and I went here for late dinner. I wanted to make my wife try their famous tie dye pizza. I had the tie dye pizza 5 years ago and so I was excited too. And it did not disappoint. The crust was crunch and pizza sauce was delicious. We also ordered pasta ( spaghetti all chittara) and it tasted really good. We ordered Italian red wine with the pasta and pizza. And at last we tried tiramisu. Again it was delicious, creamy, and light as air in your mouth I recommend doing a reservation. Upon arrival we were seated right away and ambience was cozy with warm lights.
Second time I've been here I'm not the type of person who goes to a place that only serves pies. I love good pizza, but it's tough for me to justify a whole pie and I'm gonna be honest. I don't really have people to go and explore different pizza restaurants with but this one I was like you know what I need to try this place and I don't regret it. They are focused on the ingredients And in my opinion the tie-dye pizza is a Perfect pizza I'm sure they're original is good too cause the sauce is good. This time around I put prosciutto on it and it was money the saltines and the sauce paired perfectly. Their pizza is high-quality for sure. It is about the right ingredients not about quantity of ingredients. It's not flooded with cheese and dough. If you're into football pizza, this will be disappointing. This is the type of pizza that in my opinion, you eat slow slowly and enjoy. God, I sound like a snob, but it's good pizza By the way, I ordered for pick The place is quite crowded and packed and hard to get a table I think at certain times. Just order a pick up and go eat in the park
Our server was fantastic! I was overwhelmed with the menu and they made amazing recommendations that allowed the table to share and sample the most. Will be back!
Our server was fantastic! I was overwhelmed with the menu and they made amazing recommendations that allowed the table to share and sample the most. Will be back!
Very cool vibe here - dark and dimly lit, intimate. The gluten free menu has awesome pizza and apps/salads. Big shoutout to Cielo for being a life-saver and hooking us up with an amazing table. Plus …
Very cool vibe here - dark and dimly lit, intimate. The gluten free menu has awesome pizza and apps/salads. Big shoutout to Cielo for being a life-saver and hooking us up with an amazing table.…
Very cool vibe here - dark and dimly lit, intimate. The gluten free menu has awesome pizza and apps/salads. Big shoutout to Cielo for being a life-saver and hooking us up with an amazing table. Plu…
So nice when a place is worth the hype. Rubirosa has to be a NY goat at this point. \n\nWent for lunch - not too crowded, sat at the bar and everything I had was perfect:\n- Tie dye pizza \n- honey p…
One of, if not the best...pizza places in the U.S. (and NYC). They are busy, so you may have to work for it. It's worth it. The interior is dimly lit anda fairly simple NY Italian set up. They crea…
Classic nyc style italian food that is both touristy and also really comforting..we've been going here for years and really the taste and consistency is phenomenal i always recommend to my friend…
This has to be the best spot in NYC and no wonder it's been around for so long. The food is absolutely delicious, the service in point and the vibes is great! I must day the best chicken parm in Vo…
Downside was long wait for a table (and bathroom). But had great pizza (we got tie dye and supreme for 5 people) and wonderful staff! We got 2 desserts to share, tiramisu and a plate of rainbow coo…
Make a reservation!! The food was soooo good! Highly recommended. Got lucky getting in line for wait list. Definitely lived up to the hype. If your in SOHO, plan on going
We returned to Rubirosa during the week before Christmas 2025, and this place still rocks. My lovely bride and I shared the Rubirosa salad and the small Rubirosa Supreme Pizza. We quickly inhaled e…
A lively restaurant serving excellent pasta and thin-crust pizza. The flavors are bold, portions generous, and the atmosphere energetic without feeling rushed.
A lively restaurant serving excellent pasta and thin-crust pizza. The flavors are bold, portions generous, and the atmosphere energetic without feeling rushed.
A lively restaurant serving excellent pasta and thin-crust pizza. The flavors are bold, portions generous, and the atmosphere energetic without feeling rushed.
A lively restaurant serving excellent pasta and thin-crust pizza. The flavors are bold, portions generous, and the atmosphere energetic without feeling rushed.
A lively restaurant serving excellent pasta and thin-crust pizza. The flavors are bold, portions generous, and the atmosphere energetic without feeling rushed.
I’m a local and love bringing visitors here (when I can get a reservation haha) We had Fidel as our server this weekend and he was fantastic! The arugula salad and tie dye pizza are must haves.
I’m a local and love bringing visitors here (when I can get a reservation haha) We had Fidel as our server this weekend and he was fantastic! The arugula salad and tie dye pizza are must haves.
Great pizza but very expensive. Good service, small restaurant. In little Italy on mullberry street. Pizza is pricey if good!
Great pizza but very expensive. Good service, small restaurant. In little Italy on mullberry street. Pizza is pricey if good!
Food was amazing and the restaurant had an absolutely booming atmosphere with great service. The GF menu was excellent and all the options were prepared separately and completely safely - I highly …
Best Pizza I ever had in my entire life. Perfect thin, perfect sauce, amazing topping. Can’t believe we were so lucky and got seats without reservation. prices were totally fine. Atmosphere great, …
If great pizza was a measure of a great restaurant, then Rubirosa would surely be up there with the best. The honey pizza was a taste sensation, and the classic margarita got a ten from my teens. …
The best Carbonara pasta ive ever had, and i lived in Rome for a period. The pizza is thin, crispy beyond belief and tasty AF. Highly recommend.
Did lots of research to select this place for traditional pasta and pizza and went here first night. It was superb - worth the effort to get a booking - 7 days max book open, but they always have …
Fun, quintessential little Italy vibes of an established New York City restaurant. Great service, and menu is much brighter than just pizza. Braised beef braciole and short rib anglotti were favorites for our table. Reservations took extensive planning and setting a timer at midnight to jump on it, but totally worth it. We went on a cold day where wait times were short, but I don’t think this is typical. Waiter was particularly attentive to our food, allergies, and double checked with the kitchen on ingredients. The menu is not overwhelming and there’s a focused list of desserts and beverages. The kind of place where options have been carefully honed over years of service. We also tried the tie-dye and honey pie pizzas. Crust was exceptionally thin. This is what New York style pizza is traditionally known for. If this is your thing, you’ll love it. They have it down to a science. A definite repeat. Would rate 7.5/10 for the pizza experience, but all else was a solid 9+.
The food was yummy and I adored our server, but everything (including the salad) was borderline greasy. Worth trying, because how could you not!? But since this is such a trendy place it’s become more about turning tables than somewhere you can sit and truly enjoy the food and company. In short, go for the pizza experience at least once if you can get a reservation—if not, there are plenty of other pizza spots with amazing pizza and even better ambiance.
It is a rustic yet homey restaurant serving traditional Italian fares. Their thin crust pizza is crispy and chewy, and pasta is fresh with rich garlic savory pasta sauce. Their zappoli is perfectly fried crispy outside and doughy soft inside 🙂, and cocktails are delicious! It is a popular go to place and is crowded. So, you should make a reservation to avoid the long wait
When in New York you have to get pizza right… well I think they need to clarify when they say that and tell you to get Rubirosa’s pizza. Came here on a recommendation, risked the long wait, and man was it worth it. We sat at the bar and were helped by Sergio! Ordered two pizzas. One was a traditional fresco. And the other a half and half gluten free with honey pie and tie dye. The gluten free was phenomenal. They don’t make their crust in house but it is from a local establishment. The vodka sauce on their tie dye is impeccable. I loved that the crust was crispy! I devoured it all. The half and half is the way to go!!! All of that said, when in New York get pizza. But make sure it is Rubirosa’s!! Knocking it down and star because of cost- gluten free is smaller than non but still same cost if not more…
Highly recommend making reservations, especially over the weekends. If not, be prepared to wait OR quick to order for pick-up and see whatever gets to you faster: your pizza to go or your seat. We arrived with no reservations ima Saturday evening and the wait for either bar or table seating was expected to be just over 1 hour, which we expected. We ordered pizza via DoorDash for pick-up of the small half classic and half hot honey pizza. The hostess was friendly and placed us on the waitlist via text system. Our pizza for pick-up arrived first and it was easy to remove yourself from the waitlist. Now the pizza was good to share between two people. Nice thin crust, nice char, loved the cheese/sauce ratio (more cheese), now the hot honey pizza I wasn’t a fan of the soppresatta and should have subbed it for pepperoni. Overall great pie and would come back, but only with reservations or for pick-up. Not able to comment on service as we picked-up but the hostess was friendly.
The food at Rubirosa is absolutely delicious and lives up to its hype! I loved everything, and the sauce on the pizza is tangy and unique. Service was good, however I made a reservation and chose a time that specifically stated we would receive a regular table rather than bar or elevated table seating. When we arrived, we were seated at an elevated table with no alternate choice. I wish that our reservation selection was honored as we booked in advance and came on time. For me, it wasn't a big issue but it may be good to keep in mind when booking!
An Amazing experience dining here!\n\nFrom great staff to delicious food, we couldnt get enough of Rubirosa! We started with garlic knots and caesar salad. Both were tasty and unintentionally bette…
Rubirosa is like a time capsule, taking you back to a previous decade with its laminated menus, warm interior, and cozy atmosphere.\n\nThe main draw here is the pizza, and specifically the tie dye …
Rubirosa is like a time capsule, taking you back to a previous decade with its laminated menus, warm interior, and cozy atmosphere.\n\nThe main draw here is the pizza, and specifically the tie dy…
An Amazing experience dining here!\n\nFrom great staff to delicious food, we couldnt get enough of Rubirosa! We started with garlic knots and caesar salad. Both were tasty and unintentionally bette…
Highly recommend making reservations, especially over the weekends. If not, be prepared to wait OR quick to order for pick-up and see whatever gets to you faster: your pizza to go or your seat. We …
Such a cozy spot for date night or a special celebration. Definitely make a reservation. Loved their mozzarella sticks and tie dye pizza. They also made an excellent dirty martini. Note: there is a…
This was a very very good experience!\n\nwe got:\n\nbread + olive oil - bread was perfectly doughy\n\narugula salad- which was fresh and delicious with the cherry tomatoes and a lemon vinaigrette -…
Typical NYC dive, over priced. Like eating in a closet. This restaurant wouldn’t make it a week in any other city. The food was just average. Tap water was $9 what a joke. If you are looking at spend…
Typical NYC dive, over priced. Like eating in a closet. This restaurant wouldn’t make it a week in any other city. The food was just average. Tap water was $9 what a joke. If you are looking at spe…
Typical NYC dive, over priced. Like eating in a closet. This restaurant wouldn’t make it a week in any other city. The food was just average. Tap water was $9 what a joke. If you are looking at spe…
Typical NYC dive, over priced. Like eating in a closet. This restaurant wouldn’t make it a week in any other city. The food was just average. Tap water was $9 what a joke. If you are looking at s…
The iconic Tie Dye Pizza is to dye for. Simply delicious. The place is small with great atmosphere so reserve a table. Service was good but not fast. We would gladly return.
The iconic Tie Dye pizza is to dye for. Simply delicious. The place is small with great atmosphere so reserve a table. Service was good but not fast. We would gladly return.
The iconic Tie Dye Pizza is to dye for. Simply delicious. The place is small with great atmosphere so reserve a table. service was good but not fast. We would gladly return.
Had to try this place from so much word of mouth and was able to get one of their limited reservations. While I enjoyed their Tie Dye Pizza which was flavorful along with their garlic knots and sho…
Popped in for late lunch and they said it would be an hour wait, we were seated in 20 mins. Super busy little spot. The eggplant parm tastes like chicken burn found the noodles/sauce a little too a…
Was so hard to get this reservation but unfortunately the food was not great. We got the mozzarella sticks, ricotta ravioli in butter, vodka sauce, and the original pie. Nothing was amazing. Probab…
this place didn't pass the repeat test... the pizza came soggy, oily, undercooked. Flavors were good but it was not pizza that we were eating... just some rolled up dough and sauce.\n\nSadly, this …
The waitress spilt our drinks and an entire bottle of rootbeer on all my highend purchases in Soho that day and only offered a free pizza. The customers around me were shocked and encouraged me…
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235 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10012
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Rubirosa: Where NYC Pizza Dreams Get Cozy
Alright, listen up. If you're wandering around Albee Square and the craving for truly stellar pizza hits, you absolutely need to know about Rubirosa. This isn't just another spot; it's practically a New York institution, and honestly, it lives up to every bit of the hype.Stepping inside, you're immediately struck by the vibe. It's got this wonderfully dark, dimly lit, intimate feel that makes you want to settle in and forget the city bustle outside. Sure, some might call it a bit small – a cl...
Rubirosa: Your Next Pizza Adventure in Albee Square
Alright, let's talk Rubirosa. Nestled in Albee Square, this spot is known for its pizza, and if you're like me, you're always on the hunt for that perfect slice in the city. But what's the real deal once you step inside?First off, let me tell you about the service. It sounds like they've got some real stars working the floor. More than one person raved about their server being absolutely fantastic. Apparently, if you're a bit overwhelmed by the menu (which, let's be honest, happens easily wit
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