As if owning a restaurant empire wasn’t enough, local restaurateur Jeff Ruby opened an event venue, The Lempicka by Jeff Ruby, in the summer of 2023. Ruby’s very first event venue, located in the former Jeff Ruby Steakhouse on Walnut Street downtown, is an art deco lover’s dream, complete with stunning black and white tiles, art deco paintings, ornate wood paneling and more. Apart from the fact that it’s truly a visually stunning venue, The Lempicka also offers a customizable, chef-driven menu with both plated and buffet options for breakfast, brunch, lunch, cocktail and dinner events. jeffruby.com/the-lempicka-event-center.