Videos and photos of Ruby's Diners at California beaches show the colorful buildings and locations.

The picture and video stream above are of Ruby's Diner on the Huntington Beach Pier.  The video shows a woman being seated, then talking about travel, while the camera pans the window scene where you see Catalina Island in the distance.

Ruby's Diner and the Ruby's restaurant chain is a Southern California based business with restaurants now throughout the U.S. and Hawaii. Based on the inspiration of a jogger at the beach, his old-fashioned decor reminiscent of simpler times, the red vinyl booths and color schemes are maintained in the diners, while local historical or cultural focus enter into each property.

Launched in 1980, the Newport Beach corporate headquarters for this company that's now aiming for active franchise investors, keeps the restaurant close in the hearts and minds of beach diners in California. You'll often find a Ruby's Diner on or near a pier, and the company has perfected menus and prices to appeal to a broad audience of tourists and local residents.  Full meals, generous portions and affordable prices are part of the appeal. Malts and shakes made and served the old-fashioned way are also a hit at Ruby's.

May we recommend something?  The Hickory Burger is stacked with calories, but for one of those treats that will leave you feeling satisfied, this big burger includes a large hamburger with two slices of melted Cheddar cheese, smoked bacon and three crispy onion rings, all topped with a sweet BBQ sauce. It comes wrapped in an easy-to-hold tissue so that you can pick it up and get your mouth around this monster delight.

If you want to try something else, there are breakfast meals, luncheon sandwiches, soups and salads and hearty dinners with all the trimmings.