You can't go wrong with Ruth's Chris! The steak and my salmon was awesome! The bread and sides were amazing! The Cakebread Chardonnay was so great!
(5)
Cristen F.
This is certainly one of my favorite places for steak. I know a lot of locals like some of the older steakhouses but this remains my favorite, albeit probably the priciest place in town for a steak. However, I have never had a bad meal here and the service is always fantastic. This is also a good place to get a pre-dinner drink if you are going to be downtown. While the bar is very nice, I love sitting outside when the weather permits.
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Gerald H.
First time dining at this Ruth Chris. The reservations were odd. Not many times available but when we arrived and throughout the night the place we sparsely filled yet bunches of people waiting to get in. Might be the low wait staff count. Anyways, we waited a bit for our table and started off with glasses of wine. Our waiter knew his wine which was great considering. We ordered mac n cheese for the kids which oddly enough they didn't like. It looked like the cheese was microwaved. We started with the chop salad, ahi tuna and lobster bisque. The ahi was good but be prepared to endure the wasabi they don't tell you is in the sauce. The lobster bisque was okay more like seafood chowder. It was okay if you're cold. We ordered the bone-in ribeye which was cooked perfectly. A little less butter would be good. The green bean side dish was the winner of the night. The only disappointing dish was the banana cream pie. It was more like whip cream with bananas on top (no custard). Overall, a good dining experience with excellent service. The front hostesses need to work on their greeting and manners.
(4)
Kathy N.
As always excellent food & service!! Would return the next time I'm in town.
(5)
Nick C.
I would give my wait staff 5 stars, and manager would get 3 stars only because he tried to un mess the mess ups. The kitchen messed up every course from starters to the steaks. I have eaten at Ruth's steakhouse as long as I can remember. This is the only time I have ever had to send "anything" back to the kitchen. Tonight was like a mature night at Ruth's. Appetizer shoestring fries were greasy and not crispy at all. Stuffed mushrooms were not cooked at all, put on a hot plate, but not cooked. My son and I ordered the bone in filet ($50+ each) burnt to a inedible yuck. It took another 20 minutes for them to bring out what I ordered. It was perfect the second time. When you are going out to Ruth's with a fair sized group (6 people), and dropping some serious coin at said reputable steakhouse the steak is the last thing they should mess up. The waiter did the best he could to salvage a bad experience, but in the end the management should not have allowed that crap food to leave the kitchen. I could have gotten a better steak at the Swamp room.
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Rachel X.
Three stars because of the prices. This is a very nice, upscale restaurant (as is the Metairie location, equally as good), and it's also the reason I learned to replicate their Bearnaise sauce for filet mignon. They're crab entree is excellent as well. Shoestring fries are a fun side, but the other sides are comparable to any other upscale place. The bottom line to me, though, is that even though the signature dish is filet mignon & it's fabulous, the price simply is not justified. Frankly, Longhorn Steakhouse is every bit as good (sans the Bearnaise) as is $20 at the grocery & a smoking hot cast iron skillet. Bearnaise really isn't THAT tricky to make to justify the price either. I think it's time for them to rethink their pricing on this item since everyone is doing great filets downtown/in the Quarter & Metairie. Personally, I'd just as soon go someplace in the heart of the Quarter and explore while I hope they start doing something to draw attention again.
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Caroline G.
Here's the thing: I really, really like ruths chris. I've been there countless times in Boston - I go there anually for my birthday. This location, however, is awful. Scallops underdone. Potatoes taste powdered. Service is achingly slow. Chicken tortellini has no chicken. There's no excuse for finishing a meal at an expensive steakhouse and having it sit in front of you for 25 minutes. There's no excuse for salty broth or chicken free soup. Such awful service should be embarassing for a restaurant of this caliber, but I assume they ride on the eternal wave of tourists from Harrah's.
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Jody B.
I've been to Ruth's a few times over the years, but to my recollection, this was the first time I'd been for lunch. I don't work nearby and it's never top of mind when looking for a lunch place, but we popped in there for a late lunch yesterday, and by late, I mean they had switched to the dinner menu already, but just by asking, they switched over and accommodated us by bringing out the lunch menu (and more importantly, the lunch pricing). The lobster bisque was delicious (as always) and I also chose a pepper steak salad, which is actually not even offered on the dinner menu, so I was quite pleased. In addition to the regular salad dressing selections, there was an option for a remoulade dressing which paired with the steak beautifully. It was so good I may never use regular salad dressing again after that! The service was impeccable and the cocktails were not lightly poured just because it was lunch either ;). This location has a nice ambience for being in the heart of busy downtown. Its location on Fulton Square provides a large courtyard for outdoor seating in nice weather and beautiful views of the Christmas display complete with fake snow fall at Christmastime. Oh, don't forget if you park in Harrah's lot, bring your parking ticket with you and they will validate it. A note to meeting and event planners or those looking to host a private party: this location has a rather large private room all the way in the back. I don't know maximum capacity, but my company uses it about 4x a year for a seated dinner for approx 50 people and there's plenty of room for both guests and wait staff to cleanly navigate the room.
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Meloney D.
What has happened to Ruths Chris? The one in Beverly Hills was good this one in New Orleans not so good! I hope all the chains aren't heading this way? Down hill! The food use to be good?? Now when I go I will no longer order appetizers, just entrees and sides! 9/3/2015 New Orleans location: Lobster bisque: gross, took one bite and threw the rest out. Way too much sherry! Crab cakes: undercooked, two bites was all I ate 7/2015 New Orleans location: -Stuffed mushrooms: horrible, if they have a bis quick for the crabmeat stuffing this is it, gross!!! -boyfriend said steak was good -sweet potato casserole: Delish - salmon, tastes good (not good quality though, see below) 4/8/2015 New Orleans location: I went to Ruth's a couple months ago and I was shocked that the salmon is farm raised!!!! I expect wild, fresh salmon from an "establishment" like Ruth's! This is 2015 WAKE UP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS PRONTO
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Alex J.
New York strip steak was lightly seasoned and delicious but not all that special. Most of us can reproduce the results with bare minimum skills. Steak was served on a sizzling ceramic plate that stayed hot until I finished. This made the steak just a little overcooked near the end. If this is all I got, Id rate place four stars. Bread pudding with whiskey is delicious but couldn't really taste the whiskey. I thought it tasted like Cinnabon with a bit more sauce and some raisins inside. Girlfriend got mixed grill. Crab cake was filled with crab meat but too salty. Chicken was just a little dry. Overall the experience was just about adequate, roughly on par with a GOOd visit to Applebee's.
(3)
Andrea C.
I have gone to Ruth Chris in Los Angeles plenty of times, the service was good for a second, and suddenly it took a turn. Was told it would be a 15 minute wait to order that turned into an hour. The waitress then took someone else's order that just walked in prior to my party. It had been an hour finally ordered, as I am writing this review we still have not eaten. I will still go to the one near home, but do not plan on coming back to this one. Not sure what the food taste like , I'll write another review later.
(1)
Casey T.
Never disappoints. Petite filet every time. Hardest decision is what salad and side! Creamed spinach, sweet potato casserole, and iceberg wedge salad are among the best I've had!
(5)
Kim B.
Had a lunch party of 10 ladies yesterday. We all really enjoyed all of the food. Our waiter was great but I must say the bar service was seriously lacking, mainly speed. We met at the bar first and I really couldn't believe how long we each had to wait for this bartender. He seemed really disconnected and just SLOW. When we went to the table, the long wait for drinks continued. It was clear that it was not our waiter's fault though. As for the food, we all mostly ordered steaks and everyone loved them. I had the petit filet (cooked perfectly) which was accompanied by grilled shrimp, all delicious. The mixed grill was very popular too and was praised by all. Wedge salad was delicious as well! Asparagus and potatoes lyonnaise were just ok. Baked potatoes were good. Creme brulee good. Oh, and do not miss the banana dessert! It was awesome! Just please address the bar issue!!
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Damian G.
my ap was the onio soup and was terrific. main course I had the petite 12 oz. ribeye. It was amazing. Perfectly seasoned and cooked. sooo tender... Now I know why Ruth's is so famous. Everyone had a steak and they were all exceptional and perfectly prepared. lots of smiles and empty plates. the sides were also excellent and the portions could be shared without being over the top huge. the potatoes were a little different that expected and not exactly what I liked. but there wasn't a drop left. then came the deserts I had bread pudding which again was among best of best. The service was a leisurely pace which was fine with us, no pressure. the waitress has worked for them 27 years and regaled us with stories fitting of a New Orleans eatery. looking for a good steak? come here.
(5)
John E.
This is possible the best steak I have ever had. The service was incredible from the hostess to the servers. The banana cream pie is to die for. Prices are high, but I do not mind paying it for these level of food and service.
(5)
Brian B.
Steak was incredible. Service was excellent. Sitting out on the patio was a nice touch
(5)
Lance L.
Meat is always overcooked, which I'm used to by now. But the real disappointment was the lamb chops, which were salted to the point of insanity. I'm talking enough salt to season a dozen steaks. Also, why are the plates scalding hot? Is there something wrong with a room temperature plate? Very dangerous when kids are at the table, and its probably the reason why my meal is always overcooked.
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Debbie D.
We ordered 5 lobsters with steaks for the main course, but the 7 of us ended up just eating 3 of the main entrees and one lamb entree because we cleaned out the appetizers. I know we were suppose to be here for steak but the appetizers and sides were so good. We started with a bottle of Alexander Valley Vineyards red wine and it was super dry and smooth. We all shared a bite of the crab cakes, and each got a stuffed mushroom. The quarter head of ice burg lettuce would've been too plain but the unique house dressing made us eat all the veggies. The fried lobster appetizer had a tangy taste to it and it went really well with the mashed potatoes. I loved the ribeye cut steak and we filled up on calamari BUT SAVE THE BEST FOR LAST. Cheers to creme brulee and raspberry sorbet... Next time, I'll only order appetizers! Although my meal was fabulous, the only reason I'm not giving them 5 stars is because their hostess was an ABSOLUTE BITCH. She told me there was no reservations available and I wasn't allowed to eat in the restaurant.... but that wasn't what I asked her. I was trying to confirm my reservation that I already had. SO of course I had to go over her head and ask a manager the same question... Maybe she got the job as a hostess because she was pretty, not because she had any experience in customer service.
(4)
Paige C.
Is there a NO star? Being a New Orleans native and an extreme foodie who eats out with groups way too often...what a constant disappointment ...terrible service, and worse management ...maybe your cooks should manage front house...cause you guys are clueless. I'll choose your competitor across the street any day...even though your food is superior. Poor Mrs. Fertel...you'd be very disappointed in your legacy. /: cause us locals sure are!
(1)
Benay K.
We came in a little late on Saturday night, after a hard day at work. We ordered: Petite 6 oz Filet Delish, served perfectly, just as I asked for it Rib Eye 12 oz Again, amazing Our sides were: Creamed spinach...oh wow...yum mac and cheese. Good. Not amazing. Good We also had the chicken Gumbo as an appetizer...If you don't like saffron, don't order the this dish. Very heavy. I had one bite and that was it for me. And I love Gumbo. Service was good. We came in from work, still in our work clothes, and we were treated as well as anyone else, more appropriately dressed.
(4)
D Y.
Came here to celebrate my dad's birthday and we were all sorely disappointed. The food was underwhelming, overpriced and service was lacking. To begin, the greens we were served in the mixed green salad had been clearly prepared in advance and then refrigerated bc they were wilted and sad. I felt like I was at a big box restaurant like Olive Garden - or what I assume people experience at those types of places, but with better ingredients. Arugula instead of iceberg and romaine. Yikes. The server didn't greet us for 10 minutes, and when he came to take our order, he interrupted us in between getting everyone's order to go talk to someone else and returned 5 minutes later to finish taking our order. We ordered a bottle of champagne as an aperitif, they brought the bottle and left it sitting there for 10 minutes without coming to uncork it or serve the bottle. I can go on and on about the lack of service, but I think you get the gist. As for the food, it was disappointing. I used to eat at Ruth's when I was in high school and enjoyed it very much. I think it's time to move on to a different steak house. Mr. Johns on St. Charles perhaps?
(1)
Christopher J.
I came here for a work lunch and left stuffed and happy. The table split fried calamari and seared ahi tuna. The calamari was fantastic and as someone who doesn't like tuna, I sure gobbled that tuna up quickly. I had the sample plate (I can't remember what it's called) as an entree. It had a 4 oz filet, a small chicken breast roasted and stuffed with cheese, and a crab cake. The filet was melt-in-your-mouth perfect. The chicken was juicy and full of flavor. And the crab cake was lots of crab with just enough cake to hold it together. The whole meal was delicious.
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Reyna C.
Would have been higher if it weren't for the fact that at first they were acting like they didn't wanna serve me. Sure I wasn't dressed right but my money is still green. They kept passing me from waiter to waiter, I finally ended up with this older and short gentleman. He was very accommodating and paid attention to what I needed. Veal Osso Buco Ravioli is what I ordered and it was divine! The waiter also brought me out a dessert for my bday. I think I ended up giving him a 20$ tip on a 24$ check.
Hands down, I mean up up- hoooorah- omg seriously succulent sizzling slammin' best ribeye ever from east to west- go go go- the food n vibe so worth it!!! Beyond butta' bam to make you wanna slap yo mama n hear the $$$$ cha Ching from hoorahs casino next door- pity that the bartenders blur the 5star experience w their subpar service- worth the trip to cow couture cuisine though- mmmmmmmm
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Chandra E.
Not a good choice if you have dietary restrictions. Not vegan friendly. Unwilling to go off menu for a vegan entree. Vegan entree was a "vegetable plate" that was tasteless and dull. They also seemed annoyed when asked if they could accommodate for the dietary restrictions. Chef did not know any "off the cuff" vegan meals. Try one of the MANY vegan friendly restaurants within walking distance. Although Ruth's Chris will tell you they do not receive requests for special meals often. Odd that, considering it's such a large city with many different cultures that visit often. Pass if you're a vegan or vegetarian. *note* I have been to multiple Ruth's Chris restaurants that were more than happy to accommodate for a vegan. This is not a Ruth's Chris standard. Just a restaurant that was unwilling to please a customer.
(1)
Pamella T.
It is a dependable place to go, the outdoor seating is wonderful and semi private (not on street corner). Salads werr all very nice.
(3)
Nisey M.
I got the Porterhouse for Two shared it with someone else. It was worth the $86!!! Best steak I've eaten. Also ordered the crab cakes as an appetizer, creamed spinach and potatoes au gratin as sides to go with the steak. Creamed spinach was the best! You will never want to eat a steak anywhere else
(5)
meaghan e.
I normally love eating here, but this time was a terrible let down! The lobster appetizer was fantastic, and we had a wonderful Tempranillo blend, but both of our steaks were salted so heavily we couldn't finish them, and ended up scraping off the thick layer of seasoning and just taking the rest home. Probably won't be back again as a good steak isn't too hard to come by in a city like New Orleans.
(3)
Nicole C.
Yay steak! Saturday night, reservation for 7 at 9:15 (earliest we could get). As soon as entire party arrived we were able to sit. Our server John was great! He was personable, attentive, and handled our table with grace. Now on to the food. Drinks all around. Most girls had some fancy type of Martini, I opted for a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. Warm French bread and whipped butter is placed on the table (that disappeared fast) Lobster mac and cheese for the table. Just so everyone could have a taste. Please order this, you won't regret it. Ruth's was running a pre fix type of menu on top of regular menu. It was a good deal. ruthschris.com/promotion… I opted for the seasonal soup to start, 6 oz. filet (medium) with shrimp, side of mashed potatoes, and bread pudding to finish. All were fantastic. No fault could be found with anything. You want an amazing steak, Ruth's has it for sure! Easy location within the Harrah's Hotel on Fulton. Parking in the Harrah's garage and Ruth's validates.
(5)
marisa l.
Great bar ! Food safety and cross contamination not a concern for bartender. Coughed in his hand, scratch face and failed to wash his hands after this. He proceeded to touch plates, glassware and bar fruit with his hands. Feel awkward complaining about this to mgr. , so I will passive aggressively write a review about it. Love the place itself
(3)
Cody H.
Love this place. We went here on Wednesday and loved it as usual. We were sat just moments before a big party and the staff had no problems with taking care of us and the big party. My son loved his steak as did my girlfriend. I ordered the bone in filet and thought it was exceptional. This place is on my list of best steakhouses in New Orleans along with Desi Vega, LaBoca and Obriens on the westbank.
(5)
Krystine S.
I came with my boyfriend while they were doing construction, looks like they are expanding with a new room. They have some of the best cuts of steaks. It's very romantic with its atmosphere. Right next to Harras if you want to gamble a little before or after. Parking is super close. Service is excellent. A very nice super classy restaurant.
Ruth's Chris is always great. We celebrated Thanksgiving in New Orleans here at Ruth's Chris. Instead of my normal ribeye, I opted for the turkey special. Hell, it was Thanksgiving so I felt obligated. The roasted turkey was great and the sides rocked as usual. The price for the turkey meal was a little steep. We are talking about turkey here. It is easy for Ruth's Chris to blow away other places with their superb steaks but a little harder when you are talking about turkey. If you want a better priced option (other than staying home and doing it yourself) then hell go to Cracker Barrel. For us, we were away from home and wanted a higher class experience so we paid the price. Plus, you can't get wine a Cracker Barrel.
(5)
Tammie W.
Lunch date venue was as perfect as ever... Pre-Bday celebration as our server presented us with a dual-bday-dessert. This place Never disappoints. I highly recommend Ruth's for a group event... Love the staff...
(5)
Diane V.
Hubby and I had our Easter dinner here today. We had the Bar B Que shrimp appetizer. It was okay. The sauce needs more zing. What I liked was the priced fixed menus that included many of their signature dishes. My husband had the steak...cooked just right..cream spinach and steak salad with remoulade. I had the salmon with shrimp, fire roasted corn, and steak salad with remoulade. It was all very good. The dessert was cheesecake and almond brick chocolate. The server (Alex) was excellent. All the wait staff complemented and helped one another. We will definitely be back. It was a relaxing and delicious experience.
(4)
Jeannie P.
Went here a few months ago with Gabe and Yelp kept reminding me to review it. *sigh* I don't have anything great to say about this one. Ok I'll try. The table was in a good location. In a back corner, private and I could actually sit next to Gabe instead of a mile across ( having flashbacks of Muriel's). I'm not a steak expert but mine was good. The cons, our main waiter was an ass. He spoke to us but never looked at us. As if his eyes could not bare the sight of commoners. He was just mean to the second waiter.... just a meanie, MEANIE. The waitress who cleaned off our table was super nice and was more than happy to take our picture. I don't care to go back. There are far better steak houses in Nola... (cough LaBoca cough). Gabe R has a better recollection of this place. I actually enjoyed the after dinner beer outside Fulton on Tap.
(2)
Christopher W.
A New Orleans made chain that still serves some of the best steaks in the world with the signature sizzle. This location is nice but would have preferred that they not have left the mothership on Broad Street. They offer one a great dinner deal which won't hurt your wallet for that special occasion. Im sure you can find just as good a steak from one of our local steakhouses but Ruth's is still Ruth's.
(4)
Mike P.
Do I really need to elaborate. I stopped going to Ruth Chris about 7 years ago in Atlanta when me and the rest of the table thought we were eating tasteless, card board disguised as a steak. Over the past weekend same experience in New Orleans. The only reason we went was because we were invited to my buddies 50th birthday party celebration. I would never intentionally return to Ruth Chris again. It is way over priced and the quality is sub standard to the other known steak houses. Why go here when there are so many other steak houses to go to.!!!
(2)
Marissa N.
This used to be the best steak in the city, then I tried Mr. John's and La Boca. This is definitely subpar compared to those two.
(3)
Gabe R.
I went here on Saturday (5/11/13) with the lady friend as neither of us had ever been to a Ruth Chris before. Friends of mine always rave about the place so here we came. We had a 6:45 reservation ( I wanted 7pm but their website said NO!) and were given a great table in the back dining room. (this is why it's good to make reservations) We couldn't decide on an appetizer. I didn't want anything cold and she didn't want anything with meat as we were about to be all carnivorous with a big hunk of beef soon so we settled on the calamari. Calamari seemed like a slightly odd thing at a steak house to me but it was really good. It comes tossed in a sweet and spicy asian sauce that was great! The steaks were cooked to perfection, I had a NY strip cooked medium rare and she had the petite filet cooked medium. Both of course came in the signature Nola style of sizzling butter. We split an order of shoestring potato fries that were border line terrible. Over cooked and tasted like those old shoestring potato chips in a can that I use to get as a kid. 8.50 for 1 order of crappy fries! The head waiter while attentive was somewhat aloof. He kept calling us "ladies and gentlemen" over and over. I wanted to say "Dude there is only 2 people here. 1 Lady, 1 man". He took our order but would turn to look the other way while I was talking and I had to repeat myself. I think the guy at the table next to me made him mad as the waited was stairing at him angrily a few times. The support waiters were actually great and a lot more personable. So 2 steaks, 1 app, 1 side and a bottle of wine for 164.00 plus tip equals 200.00. The bottle of wine we drank retails in stores for 13.00, here 48.00. I get mark ups but really? Steaks are about 40 each which is typical of steak houses that serve prime beef but seriously why are side items always ala cart? You can't throw a potato on the side of that steak and still make a good profit? 9 dollars for a fuckin' baked potato???? Do the shareholders of Mortons, RuthChris, and all the other top level steakhouses get together to say "No side items! We must make them pay!!!" Overall the food was pretty good. It's a slab of grilled meat, so it's hard to screw that up. The prices are just too high for what you get. I spent a less at La Boca and had a feast that i'll remember forever. I spent less at Commanders for 5 coarses and another life long memorable meal. The only thing I'll remember about Ruth's is how overpriced it is.
(3)
Dave M.
First the positives; The host was able to move my reservation up a half hour for me, my wife's fillet was very good, nice looking place, and very clean. Now the fails; The waiter hid from our table like he was afraid of us. The food runner forgot an item, and then argued with me when I nicely reminded him. Worst of all, I was served a vein/first cut strip, this cut should not even be in a restaurant. The vein cut is a substandard piece of meat and when I pointed this truly bad steak out to the server he was clearly embarrassed, but did nothing about it. I didn't want to ruin my wife's meal, so I was going to let it go. My plan was to have a drink as my wife finished eating, but I could not as the server never came back. So I sat there getting more and more angry, not at the server, his look of shame made it clear that the problem was with management. Once the runner (yes the runner) had snuck the bill onto our table I paid up +20%, again, I don't think that the problem was the server, and headed out to find the manager. When I asked for the manager at the host desk the 2 nice host girls both looked worried and started hemming and hawing about the manager being busy or not available right away. So there ya' go HUGE management problems here.
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Rich D.
We went into the restaurant to order a steak to go. We were instructed to order at the bar so we sit down at the bar. SLOW service from the bartender. Took 5 minutes to order. (When your waiting, that is a long time) finally got our order and it was correct. My only issue was trying to cut the steak with the cheapest plastic cutlery pack they could find. Looks like they came from Sam's Club. If I'm going to pay $45 for one piece of meat, give me the BEST plastic fork and knife you can find. Will not be ordering "to go" from there.
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Matt R.
I come here only for the filet. The side dishes are just ok, the dessert is nothing special, but damn... that oven broiled filet served in sizzling butter on a 500 degree plate is just incredible. There are few, if any, steaks in the world that beat that taste. BOTTOM LINE: One of the best places to consistently get an awesome filet.
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Jesper H.
Good service and fine quality food very close to the convention center. The seared ahi tuna is perfect ;-)
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Candy C.
This location is a staple for me. I've lost count how many times I've been here-both for dinner and happy hour. The food is great and they remain consistent. The bartenders are really good and the Moscow Mule and Rocks Rita are my go-to drinks. I'm a salad fanatic and their Ruth's chopped salad and Tenderloin skewer salad are my faves! The steaks are some of the best I've ever had and the Seared Ahi Tuna makes my life a little better...:) I'm not a big fan of lobster, but it's good here too. I recently left my purse at the bar and sure enough when I called them they had it behind the hostess station. That alone makes them 5 star!
(5)
Adrienne F.
They opened right on time for lunch. Very comfortable seating! Petite steak with shrimp, started with a salad, all were excellent.
(5)
Arielle B.
I went to Ruth's Chris for a night out with my work managers. When I arrived, they were already seated at a bar table drinking and ordering appetizers before being moved to a table in the restaurant. The service at the bar area was very slow. The waiter didn't ask me for my drink order, so I had to trigger him as he was walking by the table. Once my drink order was placed, I waited about 30 minutes before I received my glass of wine. That had me a little bit upset about his service but I was willing to wait until we were seated and have a better server. After our apps and drinks, we were sat at a table with water and menus. The waiter came over right away to the table and politely greeted us. He asked if were wanted apps but his smart remarks when we had questions for him was just enough to make me request another server, but I didn't take it that far since I was there to celebrate my success in my new position. For dinner, I ordered the dinner combo which included a choice of salad, 12oz. ribeye steak with a side of mashed potatoes and a cheesecake for dessert. It was about $52 which wasn't bad. The steak was very tender and juicy, just how i like it. But, the mashed potatoes were a bit bland and the cheesecake was very small, but filling. Overall, a nice place to go, but not as nice as you would think.
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Sahn C.
This is the best steak I have ever eaten. I have been to six different countries and had steak in each of those countries and nothing compares. The steak has not artificial flavor and is just season with salt and pepper if you are looking for an excellent steak bring yourself to this restaurant and be ready to be amazed. To add on to this amazing restaurant they have a beautiful bathroom. It is close to several hotels and it's in easy walking distance of those hotels. I'm breath taken by the amazing atmosphere and customer service. You will not be disappointed.
(5)
Quan B.
Excellent customer service!! Food was greatrecommend everyone to try them out. I had a T-bone steak well with shrimp everything was really good
(5)
Lacey G.
The Ruth's classic special was perfect for a date night, it included a starter, entree, side dish, and dessert. My filet was juicy and cooked medium rare as requested. Everything was wonderful and the service was great!
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Jolie R.
I am a foodie, but don't like pretentious, overly complicated foods. That said, this was probably the best meal I have ever had. I ordered the three course meal for $45. My companion had the same thing, but with a larger steak for $55. The beet and goat cheese salad was absolutely divine. The waiter was kind enough to discover the specific brand of cheese for me because it was so perfect. His Caesar salad was well done, crisp with just the right amount of dressing. My filet was a perfect medium rare. I like a sauce on my steaks, so even though the flavor without was excellent, I tried their green peppercorn sauce. It didn't mask the flavor at all, but it enhanced it perfectly, adding a layer that I had to close my eyes to savor. It was luxury on a fork. He destroys his steak before eating it by having it cooked well done, but said it was delicious and still very render. Dessert was the flourless chocolate cake with berries in sweet cream. Oh, my dear sweet Heaven on a plate, it was divine. If I had to imagine what God's favorite food is, this was it. Service was impeccable, as is expected at this caliber of a restaurant. Our server, Joe, went above and beyond. He discussed foodie favorites with me, but never imposed. Our water glasses were filled, my wine was smooth and velvety, and this was the best dining experience we had in New Orleans. That includes beignets. Seriously.
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Guy S.
Let me preface by saying this is my first trip to Ruth Chris. After being hyped up by friends and colleagues I was very disappointed. I ordered a Greek Salad and what I got was chopped lettuce with a small amount of feta cheese and ONE Olive? Come On!!! Then our steaks came ( my friend ordered the exact same Filet) his was big thick and cooked to temp, mine looked like a dogs chew toy. It came in 3 pieces and was much smaller than my friends filet and was not cooked to temp. As a matter of fact one piece was medium, one piece was med well and the smallest piece was well done. How can any so called "High Class" steak house send out two completely different filets to the same table? At this point I was pissed! I waited for the waiter to return but he was too worried about taking care of the 8 Top next to us. By the time he returned my friend had finished his dinner and I had finished my green bean casserole ( the only thing good about the whole meal) Even though the manager came over and gave me a $40 credit on my steak I'm still very disappointed.
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matthew l.
Very good, as expected! This location featured great bartenders and the most friendly fellow patrons at the bar, all very talkative. Good drinks, burger, steaks.
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Joseph G.
Sat outside on a Monday evening. Good shade and nice breeze. The atmosphere was very welcoming. Our servers were very polite and made sure our glasses were full and bread was on the table. I ordered the ribeye with mashed potatoes. It was the best steak I have had in a very long time. The mashed potatoes were amazing as well. My wife got the BBQ shrimp plate, and that was phenomenal as well. The BBQ shrimp is more of a light sauce and zesty than what you'd normally expect from a BBQ dish, but it wasn't disappointing. Love this place! They will get my business again soon!
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Eric D.
Went there for lunch on Sunday Nov 3rd. Party of 2 without a reservation, but was seated immediately. I am unsure why they still asked for my name? We each got a salad and had steak added. These are not salads in the traditional sense...as the one was an ice cream scoop of stuff that had lettuce in it. These were $18 apiece, which I consider pricey. The service was sub par. Our server, Alex, was too busy watching the saints game to bring us bread, our meals, or anything. Others did this for him. The check also took forever to get. I wish I could have given his (small) tip to the ones that actually did the work. Will not return.
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Eric H.
Having had dinner at Ruth's Chris in different cities, I had an idea of what to expect. A quality meal at fairly high price. Most other of this chain are fairly pedestrian in my opinion regarding decor etc. This one was totally different I'm happy to say. The service was spectacular and the food was amazingly good. We had the Porterhouse and I'd highly recommend it. Enjoyed a bottle of great wine and our server was charismatic and attentive. The decor, taste, quality of service were all 5star.
(5)
Jainy L.
Best tasting steak around. Yum yum yummy. Everytime I go my steak is cooked to perfection. Love the asparagus, mac n lobster, every potato dish, and the cosmopolitans are perfect. It doesn't get any better than this. A must try for all!!
(5)
Lisa H.
Ruth's used to be my absolute favorite steak house to visit. Unfortunately, time has not been kind to the old girl, making her less and less relevant (ie delicious) and more and more high maintenance (ie expensive). At an impromptu dinner last night while visiting the Miracle on Fulton Street, I had a wilted salad, gristly filet and just ok creamed spinach. In years past, I would have devoured every bite, damning the calories along the way. This time, I returned half of my food to the kitchen with complaints and got nothing for it but an extremely large bill. Be sure to check the prices on wine and don't just order a house. The house pinot grigio set me back $17 a GLASS! Two of the prixe-fixe dinners at $49/each, 3 cocktails and one glass of wine came in at $150. I dont mind spending money on an excellent dining experience, but the best thing about this meal was the view of the Christmas lights.
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April L.
I love their steak!!!! It's really tasty, nice quality, and affordable price! My friends and I ordered New York strip and Ribeye. My husband ordered cowboy ribeye. Even thought I was really full, we still ordered desserts & coffee. I recommend New York strip and Pinot Noir~ Awesome combination!!!!!
(4)
John J.
This was my second visit to a Ruth Chris Steak House and it will definitely be a last. Each visit has been the same, overpriced food, overcooked steak and under service. I would recommend to anyone, when you are traveling and looking for a good steak, ask the locals where they go I am sure you will be happier, pleased with your experience and still have something leftover for dessert.
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Angela H.
Nom Nom Nom...Love the layout of this location!
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Shannon S.
Ruth's Chris used to be a local NOLA joint and they got props for that. They then expanded and became a chain and as with many chains that did result in a loss of the quality they used to have. They also relocated their corporate offices out of NOLA after Katrina so they get major negatives for that. Generally the steaks here are very well done while the sides are good but not outstanding. I have had occasions where my entire meal was burned, and I mean with black charring all over my steak and sides, so they aren't always perfect but at least 80% of the time they do a decent job. This location is far better than the one in Metairie but there are usually other places I will go for a steak. When Ruth's was a local place it was hard to beat but the ravages of going corporate and becoming a chain have definitely decreased the experience.
(3)
Ryan B.
Typical chain steakhouse, you can expect a decent steak and good sides. I ate here for lunch on Christmas this year. The staff was very friendly, as you can expect, and went out of their ways to be really attentive on Christmas, although I'm sure they would have much preferred being elsewhere. I ordered my ribeye medium rare, it came medium well. I'm not sure if the waiter misunderstood me, but I wasn't in the mood for sending it back. Fortunately, a ribeye can take a beating and still be relatively tender due to the fat content. Aside from that, typical experience that I've had at many other steak houses, not any better or worse. I still prefer Flemings to Ruth Chris if I had to go with a chain.
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Shawna J.
I go to Ruth's Chris occasionally, and service and food are always good. However, I was in the bar area recently to watch the Saints playoff game and experienced the most amazing service by our server Donnie, and all those that supported him. The food was great as usual, but Donnie out shined the meal. He made it a very fun night, was extremely friendly to all of his customers. My party commented that he made everyone feel like family. I plan to come back much more often and will continue to ask for Donnie.
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Dan P.
A delicious meal, as usual, at the best chain steakhouse around. This is the original location and they truly believe in maintaining the tradition of the franchise. I had the stuffed chicken, the mushrooms and the creamed spinach and all were delicious. My one problem with this meal was the fact that it took 3+ hours, despite the fact our party was about 30 deep (the bill came out to about $4,500), that was far too long for us to wait for our food. All-in-all, Ruth's Chris is simply a great meal.
(4)
Raymond S.
Probably the best steak I've ever had at a restaurant. That really doesn't mean much though, since this was my first high-end steakhouse I've ever been to (which is kinda sad). Whenever I've thought about going to one, I'd ask myself whats the point in spending $45 on an al a carte steak when I can go to Fogo and get all-you-can-eat steak along with sides to boot? I ordered the ribeye, which was cooked perfectly and had some great natural flavor/. Everyone else was satisfied with their steaks, although one at the table was over-cooked. The sides were nothing special, but then again all we ordered was asparagus, mushrooms and mashed potatoes.
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Blue M.
Of course the steak was good. If you haven't been to a RC before keep in mind that you have to order everything a la carte. Your $50 steak does not come with sides or a salad...unless you pay extra for them. The service was okay and the place appeared to be clean. It was located inside of the Harrah's so the restaurant itself was small. I have found that each RC location is either hit or miss.
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Nigel T.
After years going to Ruth's Chris on 51st street in NYC, was very disappointed at the one in New Orleans. They'd run out of bread, there was a sheet of dust on the mantle in our booth, and the side of broccoli was profoundly overcooked. It was amateur hour and the kind of place where the management are sleeping and relying on the "name". What a sad excuse for a steakhouse, let alone the Ruth's Chris variety which one would assume would be of a certain standard. Obviously it's disappointing when the experience is so bad because you end up spending over $100 a head. Two words: lame and crap.
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Benjamin R.
I don't give this rating lightly but the service and every course of the meal was excellent. The taste and presentation from appetizer, main course and dessert was impeccable. Out server, Colt as well was top notch.
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Judson B.
I had a dang good steak!!! The loaded baked potato was just right with the right amount of toppings. The southwestern Mac and cheese was good to the last bite. My steak was tender and juicy and I could eat another one it was sooo good!!
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Scott C.
Amazing as always. I had steak each night we were in new Orleans and this was by far the best and not all that much more expensive than the others were. I always get the filet and garlic mashed potatoes. Be sure to save room for some sin cake and fresh fruit in sweet cream. They were so good, I had to get a second dessert!
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Yang C.
I have never been so disappointed in a steakhouse. I really would have preferred Norm's $10.99 steak to the sad excuse of a ribeye I was presented with. We were kind of sick and tired or NO creole/Cajun food after 5 full days and just wanted some good ol fashioned steak. Bad mistake, should have known to just stick with the local cuisine and leave the steak chain food for home. We walked in, about 6 pm on a. Sunday. Place didn't seem that packed, bar was a bit busy with the NCAA games on. We were seated in a booth, waitress came by rather quickly and introduced her junior waitress(helper). Took our drink order and went through the usual process. Brought us our drinks rather promptly , we both ordered a salad, steak and decided to split a soup. The soup we received in a timely manner and it was decent, some shrimp bisque, not too shabby but a bit lukewarm. Then the atrocity started, received their market salad and it was drenched in the dressing and the flavor of the salad was just off. I love salad and I just sat there thinking what the heck is this nonsense I'm eating. I let it go as I wasn't in a mood to say anything. A good 10-15 minutes go by but we are still working on our salads and a server comes by with our food, he sees we are still working on our salads and was courteous enough to ask us if we wanted to have him come back. We decided that yes we did. Literally a minute later and our original waitress comes back with the food and asks are you ready for your steaks, but it was more just to serve notice that they would be given to us. No question about whether we wanted to finish out salads first, just plopped the food down. My ribeye was something you could get a your local mega chain grocery store, throw it under a broiler and serve. No flavor, meat was a bit chewy, overall it was laughable. The weirdest thing was that my steak was sitting in a pool of it's own oil. Every time I cut a piece, I had to pat the gosh darn piece on a napkin to rid it of its oil. It was disgusting. When I finally had the waitress come back and I asked her for a new plate (not a new steak, literally a new plate) due to the disguising nature of mine, she seemed perplexed after I explained it to her. Place is a joke, should have just stuck to getting some crawfish as the last meal. Please avoid at all costs, rather just randomly walk to the restaurant right next door even though I have no idea while they serve then to step back into this place.
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Eileen Z.
While I really want to hate Ruth's, because they pulled out their HQ after Katrina (I know Ms. Ruth is rolling over in her grave), as a New Orleanian it is hard to quit you! Ahh from the warm perfectly crunchy yet soft fresh bread that you bring to the table along with my favorite appetizers (Ahi Tuna and crab stuffed mushrooms) to your spinach au gratin and perfectly cooked and buttery steaks... it is difficult The service is always consistently excellent here, we have even come in later in the evening after an event and still treated as if we came in at 8 for dinner, the food and experience have always been great. The wine selection is vast but the cocktails are pricey to say the least. I also want to add that at one visit there was an issue and the manager was quick to remedy the situation and go over and above to ensure we returned again and assured a better experience. Like I said while I have a bit of disdain, I still return in hopes that they will bring the HQ back to where it belongs.
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Larry H.
My family and I visit Ruths at least three or four times a year mainly for very special events. Well for this visit I was very disappointed with the lack of sides for my meal and the meals of my guest. I ordered my typical Ruths Special along with my wife, but the sides we requested were not available(mashed potatos) along with the scallops, and a blended wine that my father was requesting. My server was showed much patience when encountered with our frustrations, and very understanding. I have never been to a Ruth's that was missing so much till it gave the idea of it either going out of business or it didn't prepare for the very busy Mardi Gras season in New Orleans. Now by no means am I degrading your restaurant, I personally love Ruths and I will be visiting again and again, but I was very disappointed with the lack of preparedness. I will visiting Ruth's in the near future with my wife for a very special occasion and I hope your restaurant will be ready.
(4)
Tam L.
Great location downtown and nice outdoor seating in Fulton Square. The tuna appetizer is exceptional. RCS does a consistent, very good med-rare filet. A common place for pre and post Saints games and nice happy hour spot.
(4)
caleb g.
So, this review starts with some caveats: 1) I am a pescatarian and therefore deny myself the panoply of roasted meats Ruth's offers; 2) when I was an omniovore, the Ruth's style of "steakery" was not my fave-I find the super-heated butter gives off a metallic tang for which I don't care; 3)the top 100 steaks I've had in my life were all prepared by my father save for #97 , and entrecote avec frites at Le Polidor in Paris, so I never was the target audience. All this said, my sweetheart Paige and I were happy to join her sister & brother-in-law for a birthday dinner that was, most importantly, fun. The service was for the most part, very good premium steakhouse style, with a few hiccups. I had a pleasant tomato bisque that was nevertheless just a notch above mid level chain restaurant in flavor. My seared tuna was quite good, though I deduct points for a mediocre bearnaise. My gal loved her lobster bisque and was very happy with her steak, but since she mostly eats my red meat cooking, I wonder if it was a "reunited and it feels so good" moment. I felt the sides, for which so many people celebrate Ruth's, were wan and unimpressive (my potatoes au gratin and my girl's asparagus were b-list at best The birthday girl absolutely loved her tuna appetizer which was the whole reason we were at Ruth's, so who am I to kvetch? Ultimately, I have to grade on price point and there are just too many restaurants in New Orleans where what we spent would have purchased toe-curling delights with change to spare.
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Jaydee P.
Fancy. Expensive good. Good considering it's a chain. I'm a steak girl and this just isn't my favorite steak house. The steaks are well cooked and taste ok, but the flavor just isn't there. I can't say anything bad about this place, but neither can I rant and rave. It's just a big OK. So, if you're looking for an OK steak that you pay GREAT money for. Here's the place.
(3)
Ashley H.
I love this place,the service is always great,food always amazing,Ruth's Chris never disappoints me!!
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Sting E.
Petit Filet was to be medium rare. It was DOA- cooked to dry, gray and stringy. No excuses. It was meat abuse! Never ever should happen to a steak. It's usually a outstanding steak house. Sides really good.
(3)
Mari P.
Worst customer service EVER!!! Please be aware of Lee ( the bartender), the was extremely rude, had a bad attitude, and did not acknowledge us the whole time we were there. We waited over 25 min to get our drinks and she spent the whole time sitting down talking to her friends instead of doing her job and assisting customers.
(1)
Derrick S.
I love the service and the food and the crowd, I am a def a fan!
So...I went to a steakhouse and didn't have steak. Whomp whomp whoooomp. However, I thoroughly enjoyed everything else I did have! I loved the Sizzling Blue Crab Cakes, Spicy Lobster, Mushrooms Stuffed w/Crabmeat, Ruth's Chop Salad, and Sweet Potato Casserole and would order any/all of those items again...everyday, if I could afford it :) Ruth's is pricey so I won't be a frequent diner but if you have a little change to spare and want to partake in some fine dining, Ruth's is a great option.
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Inquisitor M.
Had our Christmas party here this year. The service was top notch, the food came out right on time, and the steak was HEAVENLY. The sides were excellent. Definitely worth the trip!
(5)
Chris W.
What can I really say about Ruth Chris. They have very good steaks, The service is always spot on. I do find it to be a little more expensive for the amount of food you get but you are paying for the atmosphere. I have been to the one in Connecticut and the one in New Orleans I have to say the one here in New Orleans had a bit of a louder crowd and was less intimate than I was hopeing for on the night I went.
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Kris A.
The atmophere is very classy. The food/drinks are over priced. My husband ordered the kobe beef ribeye($50) and it didnt have much flavor. Its a shame because they want you to add a topping, blue cheese, etc and this tells me they are not emphasing the taste of the actual meats. A real steak house would not want you to mask the flavor of the beef right? Ruths chris has a name and thats it, their reputation has gone down and down over the years.
We gave it a try since we stayed at near by. Onion soup very mediocre. barbecue shrimp are excellent. Veal ravioli were good. We expected much more.
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Nicole B.
Apparently they were in the "middle of a shift change" and couldn't seat us even though there were plenty of empty seats. Fine. I will spend my money elsewhere.
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Ben S.
My wife and I were very disappointed with Ruth's Chris. The bill was $100 for a petite filet, 12 ounce sirloin, baked potato and mashed potatoes. Only water to drink. Both steaks were ordered "medium" with a pink center and both were overcooked to what we call "well done" with no pink. Dry steaks for a premium cost.
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Jason A.
I'm pretty surprised at the bad reviews (comparatively) this Ruth's Chris is getting. This place was exactly the same as every other Ruth's Chris which is what you want when the food and service are excellent. The steaks are as good if not better than a Morton's/Donovan's and about 2/3 the price. The steaks are drizzled in butter, so for the person complaining that each bite of steak had to have the fat dabbed off is missing the point. The steaks are cooked in just a couple of ingredients designed to let the meat dominate the taste. And you absolutely cannot get the quality of meat at a grocery store that they use. I absolutely recommend coming here to remind yourself what beef is supposed to taste like.
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Pat B.
Pricey, but worth it for a high-end night out. The food was excellent and the service was tops. We were seated on time and were treated as VIP's The fillet was prepared to perfection. It was tasty and lean. The portions were overly generous. We split both the appetizer (Calamari) and our side dish and still had left overs. If you want to treat yourself, try the Duckhorn Merlot. It's a can't miss with steak and has a smooth, superb finish.
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Roxy H.
Went there for some type of after-hours event with Ciroc? Chris Paul? (Not sure) Essence weekend. It was my first time dining at Ruth Chris. I wasn't impressed. The chicken was actually better than the steak! The drinks of course were great and top shelf. But that's it!!!!! Oh wait, it was free too. I will not be returning to Ruth Chris in any city unless it's an event like the one I went to in NOLA. :)
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Scott H.
Ruth's is a good steakhouse, but I think it's become over-rated, especially compared with Mr. John's steakhouse on St. Charles. The steaks there are superior to Ruth's, and that's saying a lot, because Ruth's is a good, solid steakhouse.
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Kendra W.
So Saturday night out. First time in New Orleans & I just wanted a steak for dinner. I wanted something in walking distance because parking can be really crazy here. I looked it up in my GPS & it said 3 seconds away. haha I thought, perfect! I find the place, no problem. Walk to the hostess stand greeted right away and I asked if they had outdoor dining, they did so the hostess brought me to the table. After sitting down probably five minutes later the server/waitress greeted me asked for my drink order the usual. I was starving so I ordered a salad right away. My coke was brought to me right away and my water was filled. When I am out to eat I cannot help but notice my surroundings, especially when I am dining alone. When I received my salad I still had not gotten bread yet but the two tables that sat down after me had. So I requested it, by the time I was through with my salad the bread arrived, and no I do not eat fast. I also noticed that when the server took my order she then turned around and took two more tables orders before she went and entered mine in, I know this because she never left the patio. During this period of time a table that was seated further back waited, and waited eventually they got up and left. 20 minutes later my steak arrived. A lot of tables sat around with dirty plates on the table and well, I drank all my water and the glass stayed empty until I paid the bill. I did not want to keep asking for things that should be automatic in any restaurant not just a 'fine-dining establishment' also, Ruth's Chris is very well known and most people know what to expect when dining here. My coke was empty and I could not keep eating my steak with no beverage, so I waited. During this time my server asked how everything was, a manager came over and asked how everything was and then another manager came over and asked how everything was and he left his card. You're probably thinking I should have ASKED for another coke, but why should I have to? Finally my server returned and asked if I wanted another 'diet-coke' (I was drinking regular) AH I didn't care I just wanted something to drink. It's Nola, & it's hot outside. She did bring me diet, I continued to eat my steak and noticed that one table flagged down a busboy/backwaiter and asked if they could order drinks. Another man actually got up to get our server to take an order. I am not really sure if she was the one to blame. She did have the entire patio section on a Saturday night where there was 20ish tables out there. Maybe management should have noticed that she was overly-busy or the hostess. When the server came back the second time, she brought me a regular coke. I just laughed. Maybe I shouldn't have been paying so much attention to all the other customers but I was just wondering is it just me, or everyone outside? The table behind me ate dessert with the dinner plates still on the table. The table in front of me received dessert as well as the one behind me and across from me, but never received dessert menus. Was it free dessert night and I missed out? Bummer. I was never asked if I wanted dessert, coffee nothing. The bill was just dropped on my table. As I was paying out, four more tables were sat on the patio in a 10 minute span. hah I just wanted to get out of there. I felt bad for the server because she couldn't do much about the situation. Management when they were out there would walk by and say "Hi" to tables, but never really paid attention with busing or refilling of any sort. A food runner (I believe) named Lexington, Ludington something like that was really sweet and even came back a second time to ask how my food was. By the time I left I counted the tables with guests (not with the bill dropped) she had 14, that could be why. Getting guests in the seat is important, but isn't good service and getting them to come back? It IS better to say that you are booked/full or on a wait than to give bad service. FOOD: 5 stars across the board. That's why I wanted to go there. I knew it would be good. Next time I will drive, pay to park, walk farther. Whatever for better service. Or maybe get food to go if possible? I was considering going to Dicky Brennan's Steakhouse but opted out, next time I won't.
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Gina R.
Love the atmosphere!
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Frequent D.
A CHAIN IS A CHAIN IS A CHAIN! "Just ain't what it used to be." "Miss Ruth is turnin' ova in ha grave." You can too often hear these quotes in N.O. Dined at Vets&Broad for 25-30 yrs. Fulton same. More changes to menu & less quality each year. Once the best in N.O., now just another chain restaurant. Food is prepared ahead, frozen, reheated. That qualifies as LEFTOVERS. Shame on you, Corporates! She's watching! (Service always good.)
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Brad F.
I came here for the Sunday brunch this past weekend and had a really good breakfast. I had a bowl of gumbo for my appetizer, petite filet w/ eggs, and the bread pudding. I was very hungover when I came, so I wasnt in the best of moods but it was really good.
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Nathan S.
My T-bone was huge, well seasoned and cooked, but was way too fatty and salty. I love salty fat as much as the next guy, but it over took the steak's other flavors.
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L. A. W.
I have been here several times. The starters are awesome. I have had bbq shrimp & the shrimp roumelaude/ cocktail which are great. The steaks are always cooked to perfection (medium rare), and the sides are oh so good. I especially love the au gratin potatoes and sweet potato casserole. A great place for lunch or dinner. The only reason I gave it 4 stars as opposed to 5, is that 5 stars are reserved for life altering experiences. ;)
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Glenn C.
I'm not sure why the address is off on other reviews but this one is for the one in Harrah's hotel. And, there are only two in New Orleans. My wife said the crab cakes were the best she'd ever had. She isn't easily impressed so that's a solid endorsement. My filet was very good as well. The service was good and I'd certainly go back next time I stay at eh Harrah's property.
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Chris D.
We went here last night, and it was fantastic. Best steak i have ever had and the atmosphere was very nice and dim. A lil on the pricey side, but its just one of those places that u go from time to time for a good steak and a special occassion.
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Mardi C.
ruths chris steak house is a take off of an original new orleans steak house. everything they serve is a take off of that place. they're great, but really.... find the real steak house that they fashioned themselves after, and buy local, shop local.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet, Garage Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Dressy Ambience : Classy Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Jennifer H.
I enjoy going to Ruth's Chris because they are consistent with two things I enjoy: steaks and drinks! I enjoy their steaks and I've never had to send one back due to it being overcooked. My steaks are always cooked perfectly medium with a good pink center. The Lemon Drop martinis are sooo delicious to me. In my opinion, they are one of the best places in the city to have a Lemon Drop. There's a perfect combination of lemon and sweetness and although the drink doesn't taste strong, watch out! As far as the appetizers are concerned, the Crabtini appetizer is always good to start with since it is light and tasty and has ample lump crab meat. The BBQ Shrimp are just okay. I think you'll get most of your flavor from the bread that has been soaked in the sauce. And the Fried Lobster Bites are cooked to perfection with a tasty glaze on each piece. This past Sunday I went to dinner and they were running a special which consisted of your choice of a soup or salad, entrée, and dessert. Everything was fine until the desert came. I ordered a chocolate strawberry cheese cake, but they ran out. Instead of the waiter telling us about it, he brought out a bread pudding dessert. I do enjoy bread pudding, but it would have been nice to have been informed first. I like the Fulton St location better than the Metairie location because it's larger and more open and has a modern atmosphere.
(4)Jessie Z.
You can't go wrong with Ruth's Chris! The steak and my salmon was awesome! The bread and sides were amazing! The Cakebread Chardonnay was so great!
(5)Cristen F.
This is certainly one of my favorite places for steak. I know a lot of locals like some of the older steakhouses but this remains my favorite, albeit probably the priciest place in town for a steak. However, I have never had a bad meal here and the service is always fantastic. This is also a good place to get a pre-dinner drink if you are going to be downtown. While the bar is very nice, I love sitting outside when the weather permits.
(5)Gerald H.
First time dining at this Ruth Chris. The reservations were odd. Not many times available but when we arrived and throughout the night the place we sparsely filled yet bunches of people waiting to get in. Might be the low wait staff count. Anyways, we waited a bit for our table and started off with glasses of wine. Our waiter knew his wine which was great considering. We ordered mac n cheese for the kids which oddly enough they didn't like. It looked like the cheese was microwaved. We started with the chop salad, ahi tuna and lobster bisque. The ahi was good but be prepared to endure the wasabi they don't tell you is in the sauce. The lobster bisque was okay more like seafood chowder. It was okay if you're cold. We ordered the bone-in ribeye which was cooked perfectly. A little less butter would be good. The green bean side dish was the winner of the night. The only disappointing dish was the banana cream pie. It was more like whip cream with bananas on top (no custard). Overall, a good dining experience with excellent service. The front hostesses need to work on their greeting and manners.
(4)Kathy N.
As always excellent food & service!! Would return the next time I'm in town.
(5)Nick C.
I would give my wait staff 5 stars, and manager would get 3 stars only because he tried to un mess the mess ups. The kitchen messed up every course from starters to the steaks. I have eaten at Ruth's steakhouse as long as I can remember. This is the only time I have ever had to send "anything" back to the kitchen. Tonight was like a mature night at Ruth's. Appetizer shoestring fries were greasy and not crispy at all. Stuffed mushrooms were not cooked at all, put on a hot plate, but not cooked. My son and I ordered the bone in filet ($50+ each) burnt to a inedible yuck. It took another 20 minutes for them to bring out what I ordered. It was perfect the second time. When you are going out to Ruth's with a fair sized group (6 people), and dropping some serious coin at said reputable steakhouse the steak is the last thing they should mess up. The waiter did the best he could to salvage a bad experience, but in the end the management should not have allowed that crap food to leave the kitchen. I could have gotten a better steak at the Swamp room.
(2)Rachel X.
Three stars because of the prices. This is a very nice, upscale restaurant (as is the Metairie location, equally as good), and it's also the reason I learned to replicate their Bearnaise sauce for filet mignon. They're crab entree is excellent as well. Shoestring fries are a fun side, but the other sides are comparable to any other upscale place. The bottom line to me, though, is that even though the signature dish is filet mignon & it's fabulous, the price simply is not justified. Frankly, Longhorn Steakhouse is every bit as good (sans the Bearnaise) as is $20 at the grocery & a smoking hot cast iron skillet. Bearnaise really isn't THAT tricky to make to justify the price either. I think it's time for them to rethink their pricing on this item since everyone is doing great filets downtown/in the Quarter & Metairie. Personally, I'd just as soon go someplace in the heart of the Quarter and explore while I hope they start doing something to draw attention again.
(3)Caroline G.
Here's the thing: I really, really like ruths chris. I've been there countless times in Boston - I go there anually for my birthday. This location, however, is awful. Scallops underdone. Potatoes taste powdered. Service is achingly slow. Chicken tortellini has no chicken. There's no excuse for finishing a meal at an expensive steakhouse and having it sit in front of you for 25 minutes. There's no excuse for salty broth or chicken free soup. Such awful service should be embarassing for a restaurant of this caliber, but I assume they ride on the eternal wave of tourists from Harrah's.
(1)Jody B.
I've been to Ruth's a few times over the years, but to my recollection, this was the first time I'd been for lunch. I don't work nearby and it's never top of mind when looking for a lunch place, but we popped in there for a late lunch yesterday, and by late, I mean they had switched to the dinner menu already, but just by asking, they switched over and accommodated us by bringing out the lunch menu (and more importantly, the lunch pricing). The lobster bisque was delicious (as always) and I also chose a pepper steak salad, which is actually not even offered on the dinner menu, so I was quite pleased. In addition to the regular salad dressing selections, there was an option for a remoulade dressing which paired with the steak beautifully. It was so good I may never use regular salad dressing again after that! The service was impeccable and the cocktails were not lightly poured just because it was lunch either ;). This location has a nice ambience for being in the heart of busy downtown. Its location on Fulton Square provides a large courtyard for outdoor seating in nice weather and beautiful views of the Christmas display complete with fake snow fall at Christmastime. Oh, don't forget if you park in Harrah's lot, bring your parking ticket with you and they will validate it. A note to meeting and event planners or those looking to host a private party: this location has a rather large private room all the way in the back. I don't know maximum capacity, but my company uses it about 4x a year for a seated dinner for approx 50 people and there's plenty of room for both guests and wait staff to cleanly navigate the room.
(5)Meloney D.
What has happened to Ruths Chris? The one in Beverly Hills was good this one in New Orleans not so good! I hope all the chains aren't heading this way? Down hill! The food use to be good?? Now when I go I will no longer order appetizers, just entrees and sides! 9/3/2015 New Orleans location: Lobster bisque: gross, took one bite and threw the rest out. Way too much sherry! Crab cakes: undercooked, two bites was all I ate 7/2015 New Orleans location: -Stuffed mushrooms: horrible, if they have a bis quick for the crabmeat stuffing this is it, gross!!! -boyfriend said steak was good -sweet potato casserole: Delish - salmon, tastes good (not good quality though, see below) 4/8/2015 New Orleans location: I went to Ruth's a couple months ago and I was shocked that the salmon is farm raised!!!! I expect wild, fresh salmon from an "establishment" like Ruth's! This is 2015 WAKE UP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS PRONTO
(3)Alex J.
New York strip steak was lightly seasoned and delicious but not all that special. Most of us can reproduce the results with bare minimum skills. Steak was served on a sizzling ceramic plate that stayed hot until I finished. This made the steak just a little overcooked near the end. If this is all I got, Id rate place four stars. Bread pudding with whiskey is delicious but couldn't really taste the whiskey. I thought it tasted like Cinnabon with a bit more sauce and some raisins inside. Girlfriend got mixed grill. Crab cake was filled with crab meat but too salty. Chicken was just a little dry. Overall the experience was just about adequate, roughly on par with a GOOd visit to Applebee's.
(3)Andrea C.
I have gone to Ruth Chris in Los Angeles plenty of times, the service was good for a second, and suddenly it took a turn. Was told it would be a 15 minute wait to order that turned into an hour. The waitress then took someone else's order that just walked in prior to my party. It had been an hour finally ordered, as I am writing this review we still have not eaten. I will still go to the one near home, but do not plan on coming back to this one. Not sure what the food taste like , I'll write another review later.
(1)Casey T.
Never disappoints. Petite filet every time. Hardest decision is what salad and side! Creamed spinach, sweet potato casserole, and iceberg wedge salad are among the best I've had!
(5)Kim B.
Had a lunch party of 10 ladies yesterday. We all really enjoyed all of the food. Our waiter was great but I must say the bar service was seriously lacking, mainly speed. We met at the bar first and I really couldn't believe how long we each had to wait for this bartender. He seemed really disconnected and just SLOW. When we went to the table, the long wait for drinks continued. It was clear that it was not our waiter's fault though. As for the food, we all mostly ordered steaks and everyone loved them. I had the petit filet (cooked perfectly) which was accompanied by grilled shrimp, all delicious. The mixed grill was very popular too and was praised by all. Wedge salad was delicious as well! Asparagus and potatoes lyonnaise were just ok. Baked potatoes were good. Creme brulee good. Oh, and do not miss the banana dessert! It was awesome! Just please address the bar issue!!
(4)Damian G.
my ap was the onio soup and was terrific. main course I had the petite 12 oz. ribeye. It was amazing. Perfectly seasoned and cooked. sooo tender... Now I know why Ruth's is so famous. Everyone had a steak and they were all exceptional and perfectly prepared. lots of smiles and empty plates. the sides were also excellent and the portions could be shared without being over the top huge. the potatoes were a little different that expected and not exactly what I liked. but there wasn't a drop left. then came the deserts I had bread pudding which again was among best of best. The service was a leisurely pace which was fine with us, no pressure. the waitress has worked for them 27 years and regaled us with stories fitting of a New Orleans eatery. looking for a good steak? come here.
(5)John E.
This is possible the best steak I have ever had. The service was incredible from the hostess to the servers. The banana cream pie is to die for. Prices are high, but I do not mind paying it for these level of food and service.
(5)Brian B.
Steak was incredible. Service was excellent. Sitting out on the patio was a nice touch
(5)Lance L.
Meat is always overcooked, which I'm used to by now. But the real disappointment was the lamb chops, which were salted to the point of insanity. I'm talking enough salt to season a dozen steaks. Also, why are the plates scalding hot? Is there something wrong with a room temperature plate? Very dangerous when kids are at the table, and its probably the reason why my meal is always overcooked.
(2)Debbie D.
We ordered 5 lobsters with steaks for the main course, but the 7 of us ended up just eating 3 of the main entrees and one lamb entree because we cleaned out the appetizers. I know we were suppose to be here for steak but the appetizers and sides were so good. We started with a bottle of Alexander Valley Vineyards red wine and it was super dry and smooth. We all shared a bite of the crab cakes, and each got a stuffed mushroom. The quarter head of ice burg lettuce would've been too plain but the unique house dressing made us eat all the veggies. The fried lobster appetizer had a tangy taste to it and it went really well with the mashed potatoes. I loved the ribeye cut steak and we filled up on calamari BUT SAVE THE BEST FOR LAST. Cheers to creme brulee and raspberry sorbet... Next time, I'll only order appetizers! Although my meal was fabulous, the only reason I'm not giving them 5 stars is because their hostess was an ABSOLUTE BITCH. She told me there was no reservations available and I wasn't allowed to eat in the restaurant.... but that wasn't what I asked her. I was trying to confirm my reservation that I already had. SO of course I had to go over her head and ask a manager the same question... Maybe she got the job as a hostess because she was pretty, not because she had any experience in customer service.
(4)Paige C.
Is there a NO star? Being a New Orleans native and an extreme foodie who eats out with groups way too often...what a constant disappointment ...terrible service, and worse management ...maybe your cooks should manage front house...cause you guys are clueless. I'll choose your competitor across the street any day...even though your food is superior. Poor Mrs. Fertel...you'd be very disappointed in your legacy. /: cause us locals sure are!
(1)Benay K.
We came in a little late on Saturday night, after a hard day at work. We ordered: Petite 6 oz Filet Delish, served perfectly, just as I asked for it Rib Eye 12 oz Again, amazing Our sides were: Creamed spinach...oh wow...yum mac and cheese. Good. Not amazing. Good We also had the chicken Gumbo as an appetizer...If you don't like saffron, don't order the this dish. Very heavy. I had one bite and that was it for me. And I love Gumbo. Service was good. We came in from work, still in our work clothes, and we were treated as well as anyone else, more appropriately dressed.
(4)D Y.
Came here to celebrate my dad's birthday and we were all sorely disappointed. The food was underwhelming, overpriced and service was lacking. To begin, the greens we were served in the mixed green salad had been clearly prepared in advance and then refrigerated bc they were wilted and sad. I felt like I was at a big box restaurant like Olive Garden - or what I assume people experience at those types of places, but with better ingredients. Arugula instead of iceberg and romaine. Yikes. The server didn't greet us for 10 minutes, and when he came to take our order, he interrupted us in between getting everyone's order to go talk to someone else and returned 5 minutes later to finish taking our order. We ordered a bottle of champagne as an aperitif, they brought the bottle and left it sitting there for 10 minutes without coming to uncork it or serve the bottle. I can go on and on about the lack of service, but I think you get the gist. As for the food, it was disappointing. I used to eat at Ruth's when I was in high school and enjoyed it very much. I think it's time to move on to a different steak house. Mr. Johns on St. Charles perhaps?
(1)Christopher J.
I came here for a work lunch and left stuffed and happy. The table split fried calamari and seared ahi tuna. The calamari was fantastic and as someone who doesn't like tuna, I sure gobbled that tuna up quickly. I had the sample plate (I can't remember what it's called) as an entree. It had a 4 oz filet, a small chicken breast roasted and stuffed with cheese, and a crab cake. The filet was melt-in-your-mouth perfect. The chicken was juicy and full of flavor. And the crab cake was lots of crab with just enough cake to hold it together. The whole meal was delicious.
(4)Reyna C.
Would have been higher if it weren't for the fact that at first they were acting like they didn't wanna serve me. Sure I wasn't dressed right but my money is still green. They kept passing me from waiter to waiter, I finally ended up with this older and short gentleman. He was very accommodating and paid attention to what I needed. Veal Osso Buco Ravioli is what I ordered and it was divine! The waiter also brought me out a dessert for my bday. I think I ended up giving him a 20$ tip on a 24$ check.
(3)Mike C.
4.5 stars Although this review is specifically tailored to the NOLA Fulton Street location of Ruth's, I'll "put it out there" that the food is consistent among all the locations I have eaten at so far, which include Broad St. in New Orleans (closed), Veterans Blvd in Metairie, Hard Rock Casino in Biloxi and Constitution Ave. in Baton Rouge, LA. This was my first visit to the Fulton Street location and it did not disappoint. The restaurant's decor is very typical of the warehouse district and there are exposed brick walls and wooden beams throughout. Many thanks to my friend HJK for hooking up the reservation and getting us a window table on the Fulton Street side. This dining room is all the way to the rear of the restaurant and IMHO is the best place to dine, as you are not in the sea of diners in the other dining rooms and it offers a little more intimacy. Besides, this is where the bar is! Neither my wife nor I are big drinkers, but we were celebrating her birthday, we had a babysitter and a drink was called for. She had a"blackberry sidecar". For the uneducated like me, it's Remy Martin VSOP cognac, Cointreau, lemon juice, muddled blackberries and plum bitters in a sugar rimmed glass. Overall, a good sweet drink with a little kick at the end. My drink was a Moscow Mule, which I never heard of until I read a recent review by NOLA Yelp Ambassador Joi B. Made with vodka, ginger liqueur, lime juice and ginger ale; this drink was dangerously delicious, as you could pound it down like a kid's drink. As we waited for our appetizer ,we were served the freshest and most delicious French bread. Perfectly crispy on the outermost layer and delectably soft and warm on the inside. Bonus points for the butter being the perfect temperature to spread. (Yes, we ate 2 loaves). Appetizer: The sizzling blue crab cakes are awesome. The breading is just sufficient enough to hold the lump crab meat together, and there is hardly any breading in the actual stuffing. And I mean this as a compliment, as there is nothing worse than over-breaded stuffing. Just mouthfuls of hot delicious lump crab meat here. Side dish 1: These potatoes au gratin will never be confused for a box of Betty Crocker. The potatoes are sliced thin, loaded with butter and come with a "crust" of melted cheese so thick that you could practically walk across it. Side dish 2: The creamed spinach, although not my choice, was a pleasant surprise. The spinach was chopped, but not so finely that you lost the texture. I couldn't put a handle on the ingredients of the cream sauce. All I know is that I wanted to lick the pate when we were done, but I refrained. Steaks: My wife had the petit filet (2 - 4 oz medallions) topped with grilled shrimp. Cooked to perfection and served searing hot, these steaks were so tender that a knife was really not necessary. Bone in 22 oz Cowboy ribeye -- If you want flavor, then a bone in ribeye is what you want. I had nearly forgotten what a great ribeye was all about. This aint your store-bought ribeye that's loaded with fat, and there was no fat to cut off of this masterpiece. However, it was marbled throughout with "fatty goodness" that imparted a flavor that is worth Yelping about. Served sizzling and with a slightly charred exterior, this is what steak is all about. Simply delicious. Dessert 1: Fresh berries with cream was my wife's choice. Served in a large martini glass, this was a good looking dessert. Diabetics be warned as I think the cream is mixed with condensed milk as it is slightly thicker than heavy cream and way sweeter. Dessert 2: Based on our server's recommendation, I opted for the creme brûlée. I normally go for a chocolate dessert or a cheesecake, but this creme brûlée was done up right. Real specks of vanilla bean were strewn throughout and the caramelized sugar on top was perfect. (Another missed opportunity to lick the plate). The thing that tied everything together was our server Joe. Joe, aside from being a great server, was just an overall good dude. He seemed to instantly "read" his clients and I could see and hear the subtle nuances at each of his tables. His recommendations were spot on and he truly made this a memorable experience. The floor manager also checked on us twice during our meal. It was a nice touch without being overly intrusive. Can't wait to go back and try to tackle the 42 oz Porterhouse for two.....with some help of course..
(4)Anne S.
Hands down, I mean up up- hoooorah- omg seriously succulent sizzling slammin' best ribeye ever from east to west- go go go- the food n vibe so worth it!!! Beyond butta' bam to make you wanna slap yo mama n hear the $$$$ cha Ching from hoorahs casino next door- pity that the bartenders blur the 5star experience w their subpar service- worth the trip to cow couture cuisine though- mmmmmmmm
(4)Chandra E.
Not a good choice if you have dietary restrictions. Not vegan friendly. Unwilling to go off menu for a vegan entree. Vegan entree was a "vegetable plate" that was tasteless and dull. They also seemed annoyed when asked if they could accommodate for the dietary restrictions. Chef did not know any "off the cuff" vegan meals. Try one of the MANY vegan friendly restaurants within walking distance. Although Ruth's Chris will tell you they do not receive requests for special meals often. Odd that, considering it's such a large city with many different cultures that visit often. Pass if you're a vegan or vegetarian. *note* I have been to multiple Ruth's Chris restaurants that were more than happy to accommodate for a vegan. This is not a Ruth's Chris standard. Just a restaurant that was unwilling to please a customer.
(1)Pamella T.
It is a dependable place to go, the outdoor seating is wonderful and semi private (not on street corner). Salads werr all very nice.
(3)Nisey M.
I got the Porterhouse for Two shared it with someone else. It was worth the $86!!! Best steak I've eaten. Also ordered the crab cakes as an appetizer, creamed spinach and potatoes au gratin as sides to go with the steak. Creamed spinach was the best! You will never want to eat a steak anywhere else
(5)meaghan e.
I normally love eating here, but this time was a terrible let down! The lobster appetizer was fantastic, and we had a wonderful Tempranillo blend, but both of our steaks were salted so heavily we couldn't finish them, and ended up scraping off the thick layer of seasoning and just taking the rest home. Probably won't be back again as a good steak isn't too hard to come by in a city like New Orleans.
(3)Nicole C.
Yay steak! Saturday night, reservation for 7 at 9:15 (earliest we could get). As soon as entire party arrived we were able to sit. Our server John was great! He was personable, attentive, and handled our table with grace. Now on to the food. Drinks all around. Most girls had some fancy type of Martini, I opted for a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. Warm French bread and whipped butter is placed on the table (that disappeared fast) Lobster mac and cheese for the table. Just so everyone could have a taste. Please order this, you won't regret it. Ruth's was running a pre fix type of menu on top of regular menu. It was a good deal. ruthschris.com/promotion… I opted for the seasonal soup to start, 6 oz. filet (medium) with shrimp, side of mashed potatoes, and bread pudding to finish. All were fantastic. No fault could be found with anything. You want an amazing steak, Ruth's has it for sure! Easy location within the Harrah's Hotel on Fulton. Parking in the Harrah's garage and Ruth's validates.
(5)marisa l.
Great bar ! Food safety and cross contamination not a concern for bartender. Coughed in his hand, scratch face and failed to wash his hands after this. He proceeded to touch plates, glassware and bar fruit with his hands. Feel awkward complaining about this to mgr. , so I will passive aggressively write a review about it. Love the place itself
(3)Cody H.
Love this place. We went here on Wednesday and loved it as usual. We were sat just moments before a big party and the staff had no problems with taking care of us and the big party. My son loved his steak as did my girlfriend. I ordered the bone in filet and thought it was exceptional. This place is on my list of best steakhouses in New Orleans along with Desi Vega, LaBoca and Obriens on the westbank.
(5)Krystine S.
I came with my boyfriend while they were doing construction, looks like they are expanding with a new room. They have some of the best cuts of steaks. It's very romantic with its atmosphere. Right next to Harras if you want to gamble a little before or after. Parking is super close. Service is excellent. A very nice super classy restaurant.
(5)Ashley H.
I have to give another shout out to Ruth's Chris. The boyfriend had a birthday and I had a ridiculous amount of credit card reward points about to expire, so the stars aligned, I cashed the points in for Ruth's Chris gift certificates and the plan was set. I made a reservation online and put in the comment section that it was a special birthday celebration. Honestly, I didn't expect anything to come of it at all other than us being guaranteed a table at the time we wanted to dine. The big day arrives, we get gussied up and head downtown. We got there early and the hostesses asked for a minute to get our table ready. They were pretty busy and there was some kind of auction event going on, too. So, we sat at the bar and ordered drinks. It only took a few minutes before the hostess came back to escort us to our table. We got there to find they had sprinkled the center of the table with "Happy Birthday" confetti. Okay, so it turns out they do read the comments when you make a reservation online. Nice. The food, as always, was perfect. Side note, if you haven't had the Osso Bucco ravioli, please get it immediately. However, what really made the night so wonderful was our server, Connie. She was nothing short of stellar. When we were leaving, she told us that she normally only works lunch but had picked up an extra to help out a coworker. As far as I'm concerned, it was divine intervention because she gave us the best service I've ever had in my life. At the end of the meal, we both ordered crème brûlée and his came out with "Happy Birthday" written on the plate in chocolate (plus his was comped since it was his birthday.) One of the hostesses also came out during dessert, took our picture and brought back the printed picture in an envelope when we were ready to leave. Yeah, yeah, Ruth's Chris is a chain and all that jazz. But who cares when the food is spectacular and they treat you like royalty? They're 5 stars in my book.
(5)Tim S.
Ruth's Chris is always great. We celebrated Thanksgiving in New Orleans here at Ruth's Chris. Instead of my normal ribeye, I opted for the turkey special. Hell, it was Thanksgiving so I felt obligated. The roasted turkey was great and the sides rocked as usual. The price for the turkey meal was a little steep. We are talking about turkey here. It is easy for Ruth's Chris to blow away other places with their superb steaks but a little harder when you are talking about turkey. If you want a better priced option (other than staying home and doing it yourself) then hell go to Cracker Barrel. For us, we were away from home and wanted a higher class experience so we paid the price. Plus, you can't get wine a Cracker Barrel.
(5)Tammie W.
Lunch date venue was as perfect as ever... Pre-Bday celebration as our server presented us with a dual-bday-dessert. This place Never disappoints. I highly recommend Ruth's for a group event... Love the staff...
(5)Diane V.
Hubby and I had our Easter dinner here today. We had the Bar B Que shrimp appetizer. It was okay. The sauce needs more zing. What I liked was the priced fixed menus that included many of their signature dishes. My husband had the steak...cooked just right..cream spinach and steak salad with remoulade. I had the salmon with shrimp, fire roasted corn, and steak salad with remoulade. It was all very good. The dessert was cheesecake and almond brick chocolate. The server (Alex) was excellent. All the wait staff complemented and helped one another. We will definitely be back. It was a relaxing and delicious experience.
(4)Jeannie P.
Went here a few months ago with Gabe and Yelp kept reminding me to review it. *sigh* I don't have anything great to say about this one. Ok I'll try. The table was in a good location. In a back corner, private and I could actually sit next to Gabe instead of a mile across ( having flashbacks of Muriel's). I'm not a steak expert but mine was good. The cons, our main waiter was an ass. He spoke to us but never looked at us. As if his eyes could not bare the sight of commoners. He was just mean to the second waiter.... just a meanie, MEANIE. The waitress who cleaned off our table was super nice and was more than happy to take our picture. I don't care to go back. There are far better steak houses in Nola... (cough LaBoca cough). Gabe R has a better recollection of this place. I actually enjoyed the after dinner beer outside Fulton on Tap.
(2)Christopher W.
A New Orleans made chain that still serves some of the best steaks in the world with the signature sizzle. This location is nice but would have preferred that they not have left the mothership on Broad Street. They offer one a great dinner deal which won't hurt your wallet for that special occasion. Im sure you can find just as good a steak from one of our local steakhouses but Ruth's is still Ruth's.
(4)Mike P.
Do I really need to elaborate. I stopped going to Ruth Chris about 7 years ago in Atlanta when me and the rest of the table thought we were eating tasteless, card board disguised as a steak. Over the past weekend same experience in New Orleans. The only reason we went was because we were invited to my buddies 50th birthday party celebration. I would never intentionally return to Ruth Chris again. It is way over priced and the quality is sub standard to the other known steak houses. Why go here when there are so many other steak houses to go to.!!!
(2)Marissa N.
This used to be the best steak in the city, then I tried Mr. John's and La Boca. This is definitely subpar compared to those two.
(3)Gabe R.
I went here on Saturday (5/11/13) with the lady friend as neither of us had ever been to a Ruth Chris before. Friends of mine always rave about the place so here we came. We had a 6:45 reservation ( I wanted 7pm but their website said NO!) and were given a great table in the back dining room. (this is why it's good to make reservations) We couldn't decide on an appetizer. I didn't want anything cold and she didn't want anything with meat as we were about to be all carnivorous with a big hunk of beef soon so we settled on the calamari. Calamari seemed like a slightly odd thing at a steak house to me but it was really good. It comes tossed in a sweet and spicy asian sauce that was great! The steaks were cooked to perfection, I had a NY strip cooked medium rare and she had the petite filet cooked medium. Both of course came in the signature Nola style of sizzling butter. We split an order of shoestring potato fries that were border line terrible. Over cooked and tasted like those old shoestring potato chips in a can that I use to get as a kid. 8.50 for 1 order of crappy fries! The head waiter while attentive was somewhat aloof. He kept calling us "ladies and gentlemen" over and over. I wanted to say "Dude there is only 2 people here. 1 Lady, 1 man". He took our order but would turn to look the other way while I was talking and I had to repeat myself. I think the guy at the table next to me made him mad as the waited was stairing at him angrily a few times. The support waiters were actually great and a lot more personable. So 2 steaks, 1 app, 1 side and a bottle of wine for 164.00 plus tip equals 200.00. The bottle of wine we drank retails in stores for 13.00, here 48.00. I get mark ups but really? Steaks are about 40 each which is typical of steak houses that serve prime beef but seriously why are side items always ala cart? You can't throw a potato on the side of that steak and still make a good profit? 9 dollars for a fuckin' baked potato???? Do the shareholders of Mortons, RuthChris, and all the other top level steakhouses get together to say "No side items! We must make them pay!!!" Overall the food was pretty good. It's a slab of grilled meat, so it's hard to screw that up. The prices are just too high for what you get. I spent a less at La Boca and had a feast that i'll remember forever. I spent less at Commanders for 5 coarses and another life long memorable meal. The only thing I'll remember about Ruth's is how overpriced it is.
(3)Dave M.
First the positives; The host was able to move my reservation up a half hour for me, my wife's fillet was very good, nice looking place, and very clean. Now the fails; The waiter hid from our table like he was afraid of us. The food runner forgot an item, and then argued with me when I nicely reminded him. Worst of all, I was served a vein/first cut strip, this cut should not even be in a restaurant. The vein cut is a substandard piece of meat and when I pointed this truly bad steak out to the server he was clearly embarrassed, but did nothing about it. I didn't want to ruin my wife's meal, so I was going to let it go. My plan was to have a drink as my wife finished eating, but I could not as the server never came back. So I sat there getting more and more angry, not at the server, his look of shame made it clear that the problem was with management. Once the runner (yes the runner) had snuck the bill onto our table I paid up +20%, again, I don't think that the problem was the server, and headed out to find the manager. When I asked for the manager at the host desk the 2 nice host girls both looked worried and started hemming and hawing about the manager being busy or not available right away. So there ya' go HUGE management problems here.
(1)Rich D.
We went into the restaurant to order a steak to go. We were instructed to order at the bar so we sit down at the bar. SLOW service from the bartender. Took 5 minutes to order. (When your waiting, that is a long time) finally got our order and it was correct. My only issue was trying to cut the steak with the cheapest plastic cutlery pack they could find. Looks like they came from Sam's Club. If I'm going to pay $45 for one piece of meat, give me the BEST plastic fork and knife you can find. Will not be ordering "to go" from there.
(3)Matt R.
I come here only for the filet. The side dishes are just ok, the dessert is nothing special, but damn... that oven broiled filet served in sizzling butter on a 500 degree plate is just incredible. There are few, if any, steaks in the world that beat that taste. BOTTOM LINE: One of the best places to consistently get an awesome filet.
(4)Jesper H.
Good service and fine quality food very close to the convention center. The seared ahi tuna is perfect ;-)
(4)Candy C.
This location is a staple for me. I've lost count how many times I've been here-both for dinner and happy hour. The food is great and they remain consistent. The bartenders are really good and the Moscow Mule and Rocks Rita are my go-to drinks. I'm a salad fanatic and their Ruth's chopped salad and Tenderloin skewer salad are my faves! The steaks are some of the best I've ever had and the Seared Ahi Tuna makes my life a little better...:) I'm not a big fan of lobster, but it's good here too. I recently left my purse at the bar and sure enough when I called them they had it behind the hostess station. That alone makes them 5 star!
(5)Adrienne F.
They opened right on time for lunch. Very comfortable seating! Petite steak with shrimp, started with a salad, all were excellent.
(5)Arielle B.
I went to Ruth's Chris for a night out with my work managers. When I arrived, they were already seated at a bar table drinking and ordering appetizers before being moved to a table in the restaurant. The service at the bar area was very slow. The waiter didn't ask me for my drink order, so I had to trigger him as he was walking by the table. Once my drink order was placed, I waited about 30 minutes before I received my glass of wine. That had me a little bit upset about his service but I was willing to wait until we were seated and have a better server. After our apps and drinks, we were sat at a table with water and menus. The waiter came over right away to the table and politely greeted us. He asked if were wanted apps but his smart remarks when we had questions for him was just enough to make me request another server, but I didn't take it that far since I was there to celebrate my success in my new position. For dinner, I ordered the dinner combo which included a choice of salad, 12oz. ribeye steak with a side of mashed potatoes and a cheesecake for dessert. It was about $52 which wasn't bad. The steak was very tender and juicy, just how i like it. But, the mashed potatoes were a bit bland and the cheesecake was very small, but filling. Overall, a nice place to go, but not as nice as you would think.
(3)Sahn C.
This is the best steak I have ever eaten. I have been to six different countries and had steak in each of those countries and nothing compares. The steak has not artificial flavor and is just season with salt and pepper if you are looking for an excellent steak bring yourself to this restaurant and be ready to be amazed. To add on to this amazing restaurant they have a beautiful bathroom. It is close to several hotels and it's in easy walking distance of those hotels. I'm breath taken by the amazing atmosphere and customer service. You will not be disappointed.
(5)Quan B.
Excellent customer service!! Food was greatrecommend everyone to try them out. I had a T-bone steak well with shrimp everything was really good
(5)Lacey G.
The Ruth's classic special was perfect for a date night, it included a starter, entree, side dish, and dessert. My filet was juicy and cooked medium rare as requested. Everything was wonderful and the service was great!
(4)Jolie R.
I am a foodie, but don't like pretentious, overly complicated foods. That said, this was probably the best meal I have ever had. I ordered the three course meal for $45. My companion had the same thing, but with a larger steak for $55. The beet and goat cheese salad was absolutely divine. The waiter was kind enough to discover the specific brand of cheese for me because it was so perfect. His Caesar salad was well done, crisp with just the right amount of dressing. My filet was a perfect medium rare. I like a sauce on my steaks, so even though the flavor without was excellent, I tried their green peppercorn sauce. It didn't mask the flavor at all, but it enhanced it perfectly, adding a layer that I had to close my eyes to savor. It was luxury on a fork. He destroys his steak before eating it by having it cooked well done, but said it was delicious and still very render. Dessert was the flourless chocolate cake with berries in sweet cream. Oh, my dear sweet Heaven on a plate, it was divine. If I had to imagine what God's favorite food is, this was it. Service was impeccable, as is expected at this caliber of a restaurant. Our server, Joe, went above and beyond. He discussed foodie favorites with me, but never imposed. Our water glasses were filled, my wine was smooth and velvety, and this was the best dining experience we had in New Orleans. That includes beignets. Seriously.
(5)Guy S.
Let me preface by saying this is my first trip to Ruth Chris. After being hyped up by friends and colleagues I was very disappointed. I ordered a Greek Salad and what I got was chopped lettuce with a small amount of feta cheese and ONE Olive? Come On!!! Then our steaks came ( my friend ordered the exact same Filet) his was big thick and cooked to temp, mine looked like a dogs chew toy. It came in 3 pieces and was much smaller than my friends filet and was not cooked to temp. As a matter of fact one piece was medium, one piece was med well and the smallest piece was well done. How can any so called "High Class" steak house send out two completely different filets to the same table? At this point I was pissed! I waited for the waiter to return but he was too worried about taking care of the 8 Top next to us. By the time he returned my friend had finished his dinner and I had finished my green bean casserole ( the only thing good about the whole meal) Even though the manager came over and gave me a $40 credit on my steak I'm still very disappointed.
(2)matthew l.
Very good, as expected! This location featured great bartenders and the most friendly fellow patrons at the bar, all very talkative. Good drinks, burger, steaks.
(4)Joseph G.
Sat outside on a Monday evening. Good shade and nice breeze. The atmosphere was very welcoming. Our servers were very polite and made sure our glasses were full and bread was on the table. I ordered the ribeye with mashed potatoes. It was the best steak I have had in a very long time. The mashed potatoes were amazing as well. My wife got the BBQ shrimp plate, and that was phenomenal as well. The BBQ shrimp is more of a light sauce and zesty than what you'd normally expect from a BBQ dish, but it wasn't disappointing. Love this place! They will get my business again soon!
(5)Eric D.
Went there for lunch on Sunday Nov 3rd. Party of 2 without a reservation, but was seated immediately. I am unsure why they still asked for my name? We each got a salad and had steak added. These are not salads in the traditional sense...as the one was an ice cream scoop of stuff that had lettuce in it. These were $18 apiece, which I consider pricey. The service was sub par. Our server, Alex, was too busy watching the saints game to bring us bread, our meals, or anything. Others did this for him. The check also took forever to get. I wish I could have given his (small) tip to the ones that actually did the work. Will not return.
(3)Eric H.
Having had dinner at Ruth's Chris in different cities, I had an idea of what to expect. A quality meal at fairly high price. Most other of this chain are fairly pedestrian in my opinion regarding decor etc. This one was totally different I'm happy to say. The service was spectacular and the food was amazingly good. We had the Porterhouse and I'd highly recommend it. Enjoyed a bottle of great wine and our server was charismatic and attentive. The decor, taste, quality of service were all 5star.
(5)Jainy L.
Best tasting steak around. Yum yum yummy. Everytime I go my steak is cooked to perfection. Love the asparagus, mac n lobster, every potato dish, and the cosmopolitans are perfect. It doesn't get any better than this. A must try for all!!
(5)Lisa H.
Ruth's used to be my absolute favorite steak house to visit. Unfortunately, time has not been kind to the old girl, making her less and less relevant (ie delicious) and more and more high maintenance (ie expensive). At an impromptu dinner last night while visiting the Miracle on Fulton Street, I had a wilted salad, gristly filet and just ok creamed spinach. In years past, I would have devoured every bite, damning the calories along the way. This time, I returned half of my food to the kitchen with complaints and got nothing for it but an extremely large bill. Be sure to check the prices on wine and don't just order a house. The house pinot grigio set me back $17 a GLASS! Two of the prixe-fixe dinners at $49/each, 3 cocktails and one glass of wine came in at $150. I dont mind spending money on an excellent dining experience, but the best thing about this meal was the view of the Christmas lights.
(2)April L.
I love their steak!!!! It's really tasty, nice quality, and affordable price! My friends and I ordered New York strip and Ribeye. My husband ordered cowboy ribeye. Even thought I was really full, we still ordered desserts & coffee. I recommend New York strip and Pinot Noir~ Awesome combination!!!!!
(4)John J.
This was my second visit to a Ruth Chris Steak House and it will definitely be a last. Each visit has been the same, overpriced food, overcooked steak and under service. I would recommend to anyone, when you are traveling and looking for a good steak, ask the locals where they go I am sure you will be happier, pleased with your experience and still have something leftover for dessert.
(2)Angela H.
Nom Nom Nom...Love the layout of this location!
(5)Shannon S.
Ruth's Chris used to be a local NOLA joint and they got props for that. They then expanded and became a chain and as with many chains that did result in a loss of the quality they used to have. They also relocated their corporate offices out of NOLA after Katrina so they get major negatives for that. Generally the steaks here are very well done while the sides are good but not outstanding. I have had occasions where my entire meal was burned, and I mean with black charring all over my steak and sides, so they aren't always perfect but at least 80% of the time they do a decent job. This location is far better than the one in Metairie but there are usually other places I will go for a steak. When Ruth's was a local place it was hard to beat but the ravages of going corporate and becoming a chain have definitely decreased the experience.
(3)Ryan B.
Typical chain steakhouse, you can expect a decent steak and good sides. I ate here for lunch on Christmas this year. The staff was very friendly, as you can expect, and went out of their ways to be really attentive on Christmas, although I'm sure they would have much preferred being elsewhere. I ordered my ribeye medium rare, it came medium well. I'm not sure if the waiter misunderstood me, but I wasn't in the mood for sending it back. Fortunately, a ribeye can take a beating and still be relatively tender due to the fat content. Aside from that, typical experience that I've had at many other steak houses, not any better or worse. I still prefer Flemings to Ruth Chris if I had to go with a chain.
(3)Shawna J.
I go to Ruth's Chris occasionally, and service and food are always good. However, I was in the bar area recently to watch the Saints playoff game and experienced the most amazing service by our server Donnie, and all those that supported him. The food was great as usual, but Donnie out shined the meal. He made it a very fun night, was extremely friendly to all of his customers. My party commented that he made everyone feel like family. I plan to come back much more often and will continue to ask for Donnie.
(5)Dan P.
A delicious meal, as usual, at the best chain steakhouse around. This is the original location and they truly believe in maintaining the tradition of the franchise. I had the stuffed chicken, the mushrooms and the creamed spinach and all were delicious. My one problem with this meal was the fact that it took 3+ hours, despite the fact our party was about 30 deep (the bill came out to about $4,500), that was far too long for us to wait for our food. All-in-all, Ruth's Chris is simply a great meal.
(4)Raymond S.
Probably the best steak I've ever had at a restaurant. That really doesn't mean much though, since this was my first high-end steakhouse I've ever been to (which is kinda sad). Whenever I've thought about going to one, I'd ask myself whats the point in spending $45 on an al a carte steak when I can go to Fogo and get all-you-can-eat steak along with sides to boot? I ordered the ribeye, which was cooked perfectly and had some great natural flavor/. Everyone else was satisfied with their steaks, although one at the table was over-cooked. The sides were nothing special, but then again all we ordered was asparagus, mushrooms and mashed potatoes.
(4)Blue M.
Of course the steak was good. If you haven't been to a RC before keep in mind that you have to order everything a la carte. Your $50 steak does not come with sides or a salad...unless you pay extra for them. The service was okay and the place appeared to be clean. It was located inside of the Harrah's so the restaurant itself was small. I have found that each RC location is either hit or miss.
(3)Nigel T.
After years going to Ruth's Chris on 51st street in NYC, was very disappointed at the one in New Orleans. They'd run out of bread, there was a sheet of dust on the mantle in our booth, and the side of broccoli was profoundly overcooked. It was amateur hour and the kind of place where the management are sleeping and relying on the "name". What a sad excuse for a steakhouse, let alone the Ruth's Chris variety which one would assume would be of a certain standard. Obviously it's disappointing when the experience is so bad because you end up spending over $100 a head. Two words: lame and crap.
(2)Benjamin R.
I don't give this rating lightly but the service and every course of the meal was excellent. The taste and presentation from appetizer, main course and dessert was impeccable. Out server, Colt as well was top notch.
(5)Judson B.
I had a dang good steak!!! The loaded baked potato was just right with the right amount of toppings. The southwestern Mac and cheese was good to the last bite. My steak was tender and juicy and I could eat another one it was sooo good!!
(5)Scott C.
Amazing as always. I had steak each night we were in new Orleans and this was by far the best and not all that much more expensive than the others were. I always get the filet and garlic mashed potatoes. Be sure to save room for some sin cake and fresh fruit in sweet cream. They were so good, I had to get a second dessert!
(5)Yang C.
I have never been so disappointed in a steakhouse. I really would have preferred Norm's $10.99 steak to the sad excuse of a ribeye I was presented with. We were kind of sick and tired or NO creole/Cajun food after 5 full days and just wanted some good ol fashioned steak. Bad mistake, should have known to just stick with the local cuisine and leave the steak chain food for home. We walked in, about 6 pm on a. Sunday. Place didn't seem that packed, bar was a bit busy with the NCAA games on. We were seated in a booth, waitress came by rather quickly and introduced her junior waitress(helper). Took our drink order and went through the usual process. Brought us our drinks rather promptly , we both ordered a salad, steak and decided to split a soup. The soup we received in a timely manner and it was decent, some shrimp bisque, not too shabby but a bit lukewarm. Then the atrocity started, received their market salad and it was drenched in the dressing and the flavor of the salad was just off. I love salad and I just sat there thinking what the heck is this nonsense I'm eating. I let it go as I wasn't in a mood to say anything. A good 10-15 minutes go by but we are still working on our salads and a server comes by with our food, he sees we are still working on our salads and was courteous enough to ask us if we wanted to have him come back. We decided that yes we did. Literally a minute later and our original waitress comes back with the food and asks are you ready for your steaks, but it was more just to serve notice that they would be given to us. No question about whether we wanted to finish out salads first, just plopped the food down. My ribeye was something you could get a your local mega chain grocery store, throw it under a broiler and serve. No flavor, meat was a bit chewy, overall it was laughable. The weirdest thing was that my steak was sitting in a pool of it's own oil. Every time I cut a piece, I had to pat the gosh darn piece on a napkin to rid it of its oil. It was disgusting. When I finally had the waitress come back and I asked her for a new plate (not a new steak, literally a new plate) due to the disguising nature of mine, she seemed perplexed after I explained it to her. Place is a joke, should have just stuck to getting some crawfish as the last meal. Please avoid at all costs, rather just randomly walk to the restaurant right next door even though I have no idea while they serve then to step back into this place.
(1)Eileen Z.
While I really want to hate Ruth's, because they pulled out their HQ after Katrina (I know Ms. Ruth is rolling over in her grave), as a New Orleanian it is hard to quit you! Ahh from the warm perfectly crunchy yet soft fresh bread that you bring to the table along with my favorite appetizers (Ahi Tuna and crab stuffed mushrooms) to your spinach au gratin and perfectly cooked and buttery steaks... it is difficult The service is always consistently excellent here, we have even come in later in the evening after an event and still treated as if we came in at 8 for dinner, the food and experience have always been great. The wine selection is vast but the cocktails are pricey to say the least. I also want to add that at one visit there was an issue and the manager was quick to remedy the situation and go over and above to ensure we returned again and assured a better experience. Like I said while I have a bit of disdain, I still return in hopes that they will bring the HQ back to where it belongs.
(4)Larry H.
My family and I visit Ruths at least three or four times a year mainly for very special events. Well for this visit I was very disappointed with the lack of sides for my meal and the meals of my guest. I ordered my typical Ruths Special along with my wife, but the sides we requested were not available(mashed potatos) along with the scallops, and a blended wine that my father was requesting. My server was showed much patience when encountered with our frustrations, and very understanding. I have never been to a Ruth's that was missing so much till it gave the idea of it either going out of business or it didn't prepare for the very busy Mardi Gras season in New Orleans. Now by no means am I degrading your restaurant, I personally love Ruths and I will be visiting again and again, but I was very disappointed with the lack of preparedness. I will visiting Ruth's in the near future with my wife for a very special occasion and I hope your restaurant will be ready.
(4)Tam L.
Great location downtown and nice outdoor seating in Fulton Square. The tuna appetizer is exceptional. RCS does a consistent, very good med-rare filet. A common place for pre and post Saints games and nice happy hour spot.
(4)caleb g.
So, this review starts with some caveats: 1) I am a pescatarian and therefore deny myself the panoply of roasted meats Ruth's offers; 2) when I was an omniovore, the Ruth's style of "steakery" was not my fave-I find the super-heated butter gives off a metallic tang for which I don't care; 3)the top 100 steaks I've had in my life were all prepared by my father save for #97 , and entrecote avec frites at Le Polidor in Paris, so I never was the target audience. All this said, my sweetheart Paige and I were happy to join her sister & brother-in-law for a birthday dinner that was, most importantly, fun. The service was for the most part, very good premium steakhouse style, with a few hiccups. I had a pleasant tomato bisque that was nevertheless just a notch above mid level chain restaurant in flavor. My seared tuna was quite good, though I deduct points for a mediocre bearnaise. My gal loved her lobster bisque and was very happy with her steak, but since she mostly eats my red meat cooking, I wonder if it was a "reunited and it feels so good" moment. I felt the sides, for which so many people celebrate Ruth's, were wan and unimpressive (my potatoes au gratin and my girl's asparagus were b-list at best The birthday girl absolutely loved her tuna appetizer which was the whole reason we were at Ruth's, so who am I to kvetch? Ultimately, I have to grade on price point and there are just too many restaurants in New Orleans where what we spent would have purchased toe-curling delights with change to spare.
(2)Jaydee P.
Fancy. Expensive good. Good considering it's a chain. I'm a steak girl and this just isn't my favorite steak house. The steaks are well cooked and taste ok, but the flavor just isn't there. I can't say anything bad about this place, but neither can I rant and rave. It's just a big OK. So, if you're looking for an OK steak that you pay GREAT money for. Here's the place.
(3)Ashley H.
I love this place,the service is always great,food always amazing,Ruth's Chris never disappoints me!!
(5)Sting E.
Petit Filet was to be medium rare. It was DOA- cooked to dry, gray and stringy. No excuses. It was meat abuse! Never ever should happen to a steak. It's usually a outstanding steak house. Sides really good.
(3)Mari P.
Worst customer service EVER!!! Please be aware of Lee ( the bartender), the was extremely rude, had a bad attitude, and did not acknowledge us the whole time we were there. We waited over 25 min to get our drinks and she spent the whole time sitting down talking to her friends instead of doing her job and assisting customers.
(1)Derrick S.
I love the service and the food and the crowd, I am a def a fan!
(5)Tabetha S.
I don't really see what all the hype is about this place. I went with family on 9/22/2012- We had crab cakes, seared ahi tuna and stuffed mushrooms for an appetizer and I found those the best part of the meal. They were probably the best stuffed mushrooms I have ever had and the same for the Ahi Tuna. However, I was not a fan of the crab cakes which seemed to almost be frozen crab cakes. Considering this is New Orleans, I would say the worst I've had in our city. I ordered a filet Oscar style but instead of a crab cake I just asked for crab meat. Don't get me wrong the steak was good but not spectacular. I didn't expect it to come in a piping hot plate covered in butter. It seemed as thought they broiled it in the plate they served it to me in. The topping was very flavorful but nothing to rave about. The steak (the actual meat) which didn't have much flavor and was well done on the outside and rare on the inside even though I ordered is medium rare. My mother isn't a big steak person so she ordered a lobster and said it was so dry that she took one bite and left the rest. The sides were... well typical. Our table split the baby spinach, baked potato and sauteed mushrooms and they weren't anything that would make me say "Oh I need to eat that again" We split a chocolate sin, Crème Brûlée and Fresh Seasonal Berries with Sweet Cream. They were pretty good but typical pre-ordered desserts. I would have to say the best part of this dining experience was the appetizers and our waiter Joseph was very good. Bottom line, I won't be returning. I've had far better steaks for half the price at Me Me's in Chalmette (you can see my reviews on them)
(2)Charlene B.
So...I went to a steakhouse and didn't have steak. Whomp whomp whoooomp. However, I thoroughly enjoyed everything else I did have! I loved the Sizzling Blue Crab Cakes, Spicy Lobster, Mushrooms Stuffed w/Crabmeat, Ruth's Chop Salad, and Sweet Potato Casserole and would order any/all of those items again...everyday, if I could afford it :) Ruth's is pricey so I won't be a frequent diner but if you have a little change to spare and want to partake in some fine dining, Ruth's is a great option.
(5)Inquisitor M.
Had our Christmas party here this year. The service was top notch, the food came out right on time, and the steak was HEAVENLY. The sides were excellent. Definitely worth the trip!
(5)Chris W.
What can I really say about Ruth Chris. They have very good steaks, The service is always spot on. I do find it to be a little more expensive for the amount of food you get but you are paying for the atmosphere. I have been to the one in Connecticut and the one in New Orleans I have to say the one here in New Orleans had a bit of a louder crowd and was less intimate than I was hopeing for on the night I went.
(4)Kris A.
The atmophere is very classy. The food/drinks are over priced. My husband ordered the kobe beef ribeye($50) and it didnt have much flavor. Its a shame because they want you to add a topping, blue cheese, etc and this tells me they are not emphasing the taste of the actual meats. A real steak house would not want you to mask the flavor of the beef right? Ruths chris has a name and thats it, their reputation has gone down and down over the years.
(3)Beth K.
Cesaer salad was tasty. Seem to take a long time for the main course. Steak was cooked nicely. Not much flavor. They ran out of green beans so I got sautéd spinach instead. Flavorless. Waitress never cleaned the table after the bread so we've been dealing with crumbs our entire meal. Annoying!
(3)Adam C.
Great steak and nice atmosphere.
(4)Kurt E.
Disappointed in our dining experience. The atmosphere was far too bright for dinner. We went their for our anniversary. The appetizers were OK. The filet was good but the lobster was well done and therefore was rubbery. The sauté mushrooms tasted like they were out of a can as did the spinach au gratin. The one bright spot was that our service was good. We will not be going back. There are better steak places in New Orleans.
(2)Sarah J.
We gave it a try since we stayed at near by. Onion soup very mediocre. barbecue shrimp are excellent. Veal ravioli were good. We expected much more.
(3)Nicole B.
Apparently they were in the "middle of a shift change" and couldn't seat us even though there were plenty of empty seats. Fine. I will spend my money elsewhere.
(1)Ben S.
My wife and I were very disappointed with Ruth's Chris. The bill was $100 for a petite filet, 12 ounce sirloin, baked potato and mashed potatoes. Only water to drink. Both steaks were ordered "medium" with a pink center and both were overcooked to what we call "well done" with no pink. Dry steaks for a premium cost.
(1)Jason A.
I'm pretty surprised at the bad reviews (comparatively) this Ruth's Chris is getting. This place was exactly the same as every other Ruth's Chris which is what you want when the food and service are excellent. The steaks are as good if not better than a Morton's/Donovan's and about 2/3 the price. The steaks are drizzled in butter, so for the person complaining that each bite of steak had to have the fat dabbed off is missing the point. The steaks are cooked in just a couple of ingredients designed to let the meat dominate the taste. And you absolutely cannot get the quality of meat at a grocery store that they use. I absolutely recommend coming here to remind yourself what beef is supposed to taste like.
(5)Pat B.
Pricey, but worth it for a high-end night out. The food was excellent and the service was tops. We were seated on time and were treated as VIP's The fillet was prepared to perfection. It was tasty and lean. The portions were overly generous. We split both the appetizer (Calamari) and our side dish and still had left overs. If you want to treat yourself, try the Duckhorn Merlot. It's a can't miss with steak and has a smooth, superb finish.
(4)Roxy H.
Went there for some type of after-hours event with Ciroc? Chris Paul? (Not sure) Essence weekend. It was my first time dining at Ruth Chris. I wasn't impressed. The chicken was actually better than the steak! The drinks of course were great and top shelf. But that's it!!!!! Oh wait, it was free too. I will not be returning to Ruth Chris in any city unless it's an event like the one I went to in NOLA. :)
(3)Scott H.
Ruth's is a good steakhouse, but I think it's become over-rated, especially compared with Mr. John's steakhouse on St. Charles. The steaks there are superior to Ruth's, and that's saying a lot, because Ruth's is a good, solid steakhouse.
(3)Kendra W.
So Saturday night out. First time in New Orleans & I just wanted a steak for dinner. I wanted something in walking distance because parking can be really crazy here. I looked it up in my GPS & it said 3 seconds away. haha I thought, perfect! I find the place, no problem. Walk to the hostess stand greeted right away and I asked if they had outdoor dining, they did so the hostess brought me to the table. After sitting down probably five minutes later the server/waitress greeted me asked for my drink order the usual. I was starving so I ordered a salad right away. My coke was brought to me right away and my water was filled. When I am out to eat I cannot help but notice my surroundings, especially when I am dining alone. When I received my salad I still had not gotten bread yet but the two tables that sat down after me had. So I requested it, by the time I was through with my salad the bread arrived, and no I do not eat fast. I also noticed that when the server took my order she then turned around and took two more tables orders before she went and entered mine in, I know this because she never left the patio. During this period of time a table that was seated further back waited, and waited eventually they got up and left. 20 minutes later my steak arrived. A lot of tables sat around with dirty plates on the table and well, I drank all my water and the glass stayed empty until I paid the bill. I did not want to keep asking for things that should be automatic in any restaurant not just a 'fine-dining establishment' also, Ruth's Chris is very well known and most people know what to expect when dining here. My coke was empty and I could not keep eating my steak with no beverage, so I waited. During this time my server asked how everything was, a manager came over and asked how everything was and then another manager came over and asked how everything was and he left his card. You're probably thinking I should have ASKED for another coke, but why should I have to? Finally my server returned and asked if I wanted another 'diet-coke' (I was drinking regular) AH I didn't care I just wanted something to drink. It's Nola, & it's hot outside. She did bring me diet, I continued to eat my steak and noticed that one table flagged down a busboy/backwaiter and asked if they could order drinks. Another man actually got up to get our server to take an order. I am not really sure if she was the one to blame. She did have the entire patio section on a Saturday night where there was 20ish tables out there. Maybe management should have noticed that she was overly-busy or the hostess. When the server came back the second time, she brought me a regular coke. I just laughed. Maybe I shouldn't have been paying so much attention to all the other customers but I was just wondering is it just me, or everyone outside? The table behind me ate dessert with the dinner plates still on the table. The table in front of me received dessert as well as the one behind me and across from me, but never received dessert menus. Was it free dessert night and I missed out? Bummer. I was never asked if I wanted dessert, coffee nothing. The bill was just dropped on my table. As I was paying out, four more tables were sat on the patio in a 10 minute span. hah I just wanted to get out of there. I felt bad for the server because she couldn't do much about the situation. Management when they were out there would walk by and say "Hi" to tables, but never really paid attention with busing or refilling of any sort. A food runner (I believe) named Lexington, Ludington something like that was really sweet and even came back a second time to ask how my food was. By the time I left I counted the tables with guests (not with the bill dropped) she had 14, that could be why. Getting guests in the seat is important, but isn't good service and getting them to come back? It IS better to say that you are booked/full or on a wait than to give bad service. FOOD: 5 stars across the board. That's why I wanted to go there. I knew it would be good. Next time I will drive, pay to park, walk farther. Whatever for better service. Or maybe get food to go if possible? I was considering going to Dicky Brennan's Steakhouse but opted out, next time I won't.
(1)Gina R.
Love the atmosphere!
(4)Frequent D.
A CHAIN IS A CHAIN IS A CHAIN! "Just ain't what it used to be." "Miss Ruth is turnin' ova in ha grave." You can too often hear these quotes in N.O. Dined at Vets&Broad for 25-30 yrs. Fulton same. More changes to menu & less quality each year. Once the best in N.O., now just another chain restaurant. Food is prepared ahead, frozen, reheated. That qualifies as LEFTOVERS. Shame on you, Corporates! She's watching! (Service always good.)
(1)Brad F.
I came here for the Sunday brunch this past weekend and had a really good breakfast. I had a bowl of gumbo for my appetizer, petite filet w/ eggs, and the bread pudding. I was very hungover when I came, so I wasnt in the best of moods but it was really good.
(4)Nathan S.
My T-bone was huge, well seasoned and cooked, but was way too fatty and salty. I love salty fat as much as the next guy, but it over took the steak's other flavors.
(3)L. A. W.
I have been here several times. The starters are awesome. I have had bbq shrimp & the shrimp roumelaude/ cocktail which are great. The steaks are always cooked to perfection (medium rare), and the sides are oh so good. I especially love the au gratin potatoes and sweet potato casserole. A great place for lunch or dinner. The only reason I gave it 4 stars as opposed to 5, is that 5 stars are reserved for life altering experiences. ;)
(4)Glenn C.
I'm not sure why the address is off on other reviews but this one is for the one in Harrah's hotel. And, there are only two in New Orleans. My wife said the crab cakes were the best she'd ever had. She isn't easily impressed so that's a solid endorsement. My filet was very good as well. The service was good and I'd certainly go back next time I stay at eh Harrah's property.
(5)Chris D.
We went here last night, and it was fantastic. Best steak i have ever had and the atmosphere was very nice and dim. A lil on the pricey side, but its just one of those places that u go from time to time for a good steak and a special occassion.
(4)Mardi C.
ruths chris steak house is a take off of an original new orleans steak house. everything they serve is a take off of that place. they're great, but really.... find the real steak house that they fashioned themselves after, and buy local, shop local.
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