Ruka Makes Dining Fun, Sexy And Deliciously Original

Since opening in December, Ruka at The Godfrey Hotel in Downtown Crossing has shot to the top of the list for dining devotees in Boston's LGBT community. The city's first dedicated nikkei and chifa restaurant, Ruka offers an inspired fusion of Peruvian cuisine with enticing Japanese and Chinese influences.

The latest venture from the team behind the Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar and that other DTX gem Yvonne's, Ruka offers diners a host of flavors as bright and entertaining as the murals decorating its walls.

Ruka's bold interior design pleasantly contrasts The Godfrey's contemporary yet historically significant elegance, while its sexy and lavish menu conveys a style all its own.

Start with the tiradito, a Peruvian sashimi from the sushi bar. Then sample the madai usuzukuri, a plate of razor-thin cured sea bream brushed with white soy sauce and a spicy-sweet Peruvian pepper sauce.

The Ruka team has also spiced up their anticucho or grilled skewers, a traditional Peruvian street food, with an enticing hybrid of Chinese and Japanese grilled meats. The 'Hot + Wok' section boasts both noodle and fried dishes. The fried rice and fried calamari in particular should not be missed.

It is in its large format dishes that Ruka truly excels. The whole crispy Japanese butter fish, and its tea-smoked array of Long Island duck breast, both seared and served confit-style with pickled vegetables, are exceptional choices for the table.

If it sounds like the Ruka menu has a lot going on, you can see why The Godfrey Hotel's new restaurant has created a refreshing departure from other more minimalist menus out there.

Whether you're a guest at The Godfrey Hotel Boston, a DTX resident enjoying cocktails with friends at the evocative lobby bar, or a life-long Bostonian who revels in the city's eclectic dining scene, making a reservation at Ruka is the perfect way to assure yourself a truly unforgettable evening.

Ruka is located in The Godfrey Hotel, 505 Washington Street in Boston's vibrant Downtown Crossing neighborhood. For reservations, call 617-266-0102. For more information, visit rukarestobar.com.