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Ruths Chris Steak House

Expert Reviews of Ruths Chris Steak House

Citysearch | Sophisticated American chain serves up corn-fed USDA prime cuts and New Orleans-style appetizers and sides.

This offshoot of a popular New Orleans hangout for politicians features decor of dark woods and comfortable booths, with a separate bar scene. Choice cuts of custom-aged beef arrive in sizzling butter on...
citysearch.com - expert review - 01/15/2008
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Gayot

when it comes to chain steakhouses, ruthis chris has a certain allure, especially for corporate travelers. the steaks are prime, tender and awash (if you wish) in butter. however, when the place is packed (as...
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10Best

if ruth fertel has a ruth's chris steakhouse in the area, it's sure to be included on every "top 10" list. most people would have been intimidated to open an establishment in the backyard of such famous steak...
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New York Times

with excellent steaks and outstanding service, the chicago outpost of this fine-dining chain continues to demonstrate it can hold its own in this definitive steak town. the lobster is good, although...
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Metromix

there is truly nothing negative i can think of to say about ruth chris. definitely the best steak i have ever had. i actually had a surf n' turf special that was offered on the night we ate there and it was...
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RestaurantRow.com

i've been to about 8 ruth chris's and all are excellent...
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Chicago Reader

a trendy downtown steak house clearly meant to appeal to businessmen who want to impress their clients by blowing hundreds of dollars on the kind of decadent meal you'd expect to have served by harem girls and...
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Fodor's

this was our first visit. i oreder the filet and my wife had the petite filet. in hindsight we should have split the filet due to its huge size...
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Epinions

ruth's chris steak house - san diego: a veggie viewpoint...
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Centerstage

i was not pleased with ruth's chris steak house. i read the menu and it said how generous the portions are so i ordered a ribeye and it was small, also very expensive. to pay 150.00 for dinner for two i...
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Amazon.com

restaurant chains are both a blessing and a curse. if you travel and want something to eat, you know exactly what will be on the menu (and how it will taste with some exceptions) at a wendy's or kfc. some much...
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SearchChicago

when it comes to chain steakhouses, ruth's chris has a certain allure, especially for corporate travelers. the steaks are prime, tender and awash (or not, your choice) in butter. one of the most active bars in...
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SearchChicago

a note to ruth fertel, founder of the ruth's chris steakhouse chain: send somebody to look in on your chicago restaurant. there is something foul afoot here. i don't mind unloading a hundred bucks for dinner...
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Chicago Reader

another steakhouse night. comfortable, competent, pleasant...
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Epinions

ruth's chris, a classic steak house, is one of a chain out of new orleans...
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OpenTable

Ruth's Chris Steak House serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800� oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table....
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User Reviews of Ruths Chris Steak House

Best steaks in Chicago

In my personal opinion Ruth's Chris Steak House has the best steaks in Chicago. My mother took me there about 2 years ago for my birthday and I loved it. When I graduated from college in March 2007, my mother...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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One of the best steakhouses in Chi-Town

If your looking for a place to get a great steak with great service, decor and a nice setting this is a good place for it. Excellent for those special occasions like birthdays and such. Try the New York Strip...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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Top notch in EVERY way!

Ruth's Chris may be expensive, but at the end of a meal here you will know where that money went! F...
judysbook.com - user review - 12/14/2006
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Amazing

Anything you would ever want in a high quality steakhouse can be found here. Friendly employees make the experience an enjoyable one along with the impecable food and atmosphere. I have been there time and...
menupages.com - user review - 09/14/2006
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The Greatest Steak

I first ate at a Ruth's Chris steakhouse in St. Louis. At one time they tore down that one. I unde...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/09/2006
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Butter Filets

Even though Ruth's Chris is a chain restaurant, it's still a great steakhouse. The thing to order is...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/09/2006
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Great Birthday Meal

I took my girlfriend there for her birthday and from the beginning the service and food were great. Once we arrived for dinner, we were seated promptly. For our appetizer we shared the escargot and lobster...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/23/2006
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Who needs melted butter

Can someone please tell me why you would ruin a great steak by pouring melted butter on it? If you like greasy meat, then fine, this is your place but remember as the butter cools down you have shiny white...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/06/2005
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User Review

Everything about this restaurant is 2nd to none! The steaks are to die for!
citysearch.com - user review - 06/06/2005
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Great restaraunt, a few changes needed

My husband and I went to Ruth's Chris for our anniversary. Our server was pleasant and informed us that the steaks are brought out on a sizzling plate, so they cook more after they are brought out. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2004
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Yummy

Went here for a buddy's birthday and the steaks were good, drenched in butter and the side dishes were delicious. The steaks did need more flavor but were moist and cooked the way we asked. Service is...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2004
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Kickin' steak!

Have been to all the Chicago steak joints -- Ruth's Chris was the most memorable from the hot plates to the perfect "medium rare". Absolutely delicious.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2004
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I'll be back

After our first unforgetable steak dinner at R/C this summer, and upon learning we will be back in ORD for the Xmas holiday this year, the first thing my 14 year old son said was " can we please go back to...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2003
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Yummy

I can smell the melting butter as I write. Awesome filet along with many other dishes. The butter has me hooked, smell and taste. Very good waitstaff, steak and salads. Not the greatest side dishes and would...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/07/2003
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One of the best

Ruth's Chris presents steaks as well or better than anyone else. The steaks are always excellent quality and well prepared. The side dishes are great, too.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2003
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Inconsistent Quality

My wife and I have eaten at more than 20 Ruth's Chris restaurants. What we've seen over the past two or three years is a steady errosion in the quality of the steaks we order and a real range of overall...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/26/2003
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like buttah

Oh yeah...this is the place for a good steak. I know its a chain but the steaks and ambience are terrific! I'm not sure kids can appreciate the food here.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2003
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rewarding

the service is always top shelf. you are made to feel like you're making all the rightr decisions in your choices of food. table kept very neat and uncluttered. food has always been very good. we have eatin'...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2003
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A not-so-great steak

After several attempts, in as many cities, I finally made it to the Ruth Chris in Downtown Chicago. We went out for a Birthday celebration and I ordered the filet, medium well. As I cut into the small portion,...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/19/2002
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great

Great steaks and service. Seated as soon as possible and the quality of the beef seemed prime.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/19/2002
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BEEFY

One of the best steaks you will ever taste. Don't tell your cardioligist that you eat here.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2002
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Yummy

Best steak I have ever consumed. Try the lobster bisque. It's wonderful. Service here is extremely attentive.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2002
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Small Room Great Food

The food is fantastic but the personal space is too limited unless your lucky enough to geat into the back of the room.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/14/2002
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Ahhh!

I've dined at Ruth's many times and everytime we go the food and service is very good. I've brought my family here. We've had our company's Holiday Party here. I would definitely go back again. Try it!
citysearch.com - user review - 09/13/2002
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heart stopping

Loved the atmosphere at this very masculine spot. Sure it's a chain. It was the best steak I have had in the city thus far. One draw back...the butter flavor somewhat overshadowed the mouthwatering cut I had....
citysearch.com - user review - 09/13/2002
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Delicious

I'm not a steak eater so I come for the fish and it is excellent. Only one time did I not like my dish, and it was only because of the sweet potatoes. I hate those little bastards.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2002
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yummm...

R/C is always consistent, unlike many of the other steak houses listed. k I have had bad steaks at all the others, but never at Ruth's Chris. Great dirty martini's, too!!!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/09/2002
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One of our favorites

The Chicago location was the first RC I ate at. What an experience, yes everything is extra but where else is almost everything covered in butter. The filets, lobster, veggies and potato dishes are all...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2002
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honey

Best chops in the Chi'! If you want meat and potatoes, this is the spot.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2002
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Steaks melt in mouth

Great steaks and best lobster bisque soup, can be a little more romatic in atmosphere
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2002
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rich

A heart attack waiting to happen - but what a way to go. Everything reminded me of old time supper clubs except the prices which are real high. Delicious steaks and garlic mashed potatoes. Not a place for...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2002
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10

This was the best steak and the best service we've experienced in the Midwest! I wish Ruth's had a location closer to our home!
citysearch.com - user review - 07/24/2002
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This is a chain?

great food. great traditional steakhouse atmosphere. and big bill. but the butter-basted cuts of meat are worth it! i can't believe this place is chain of over 100 stores nationwide. it's on par with any other...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2002
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