After dining at Fleming's last week, I can make comparative review of each (I've been to other popular chain [and if you know me at all, how I prefer "not" to do chains - ugh], Morton's a few times) steakhouse. As for the service, it's a step up from the latter, and the "meat" (I had the Porterhouse for two [not by myself, thank you very much]), was succulent & tender with an actual "meat taste". Sounds odd, I know, but once you've had the real thing, you'll notice the difference from that point on. Sometimes with steaks, a sauce or overpowering seasoning will and can take away from the full flavor of the meat. It should be enhanced, ever so delicately, especially well done here with a 500 degree salt & butter plate the steak is be eaten off from, a nice touch I will say. I'll try that at home. I do recommend ordering the Porterhouse medium, rather than rare, because the hot plate doesn't remain hot for long to cook through the almost 2 inch cut. I swear I felt like early caveman during points of my meal. One important note in regards to the a la carte sides: if you like sweet potato, order the casserole. The other alternatives were "eh." I definitely prefer the creamed spinach at Fleming's more.
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Atom G.
Could be the Best steak house in town. Expensive but worth it if you want the steakhouse experience. Aside from this being a good franchise this is the better Ruth Chris I have visited. Nothing fancy here just Meat and Potatoes. Get the biggest steak on the menu.
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marisa s.
ruth chris - or is it ruth's chris, goddamit that's really an odd name. it's always been a great steakhouse to go to in the suburban D, and the steaks grilled or should i say doused in butter, make it even better, wouldn't you say, Fabio? i like butter a lot, but my love of butter can't allow me to give the RC a 4 or 5 star - because the service we had (pre-christmas time) was so damn creepy, it gives me the heebee geebees digging the story back up again. the waitress started off with the - "have you ever diner with us before?" well yes, but not with you (you, weird - ok, we'll get to that soon). it all starts out fine ordering drinks, etc. then it comes time to order the apps and she's literally trying to sell us every app (there were only 4 of us) - like a mary kay lady trying to sell you 3 kinds of foundation, we just didn't need all of those apps and quit hawking them like you need that extra $15.95 to get your next prescription! (well maybe, who knows what kind of meds she needed?) so we get our apps, she keeps asking one guy if he needs another beer - when he says no, she starts rattling off the brew list. ok lady, get your micromachine spiel outta here and just take our dinner order. so we order our dinner and she's trying so hard to push more ala carte sides on us like a gap cashier trying to get you to sign up for a gap card to get 20% off now, whoa 20% off, someone call the cops because i feel like i just stole something that deal is good. after muzzling our frustration and mumbling what we really thought, she finally walked away feeling weird that all we wanted was our dinner and "a few" sides. in the meantime, there is some odd 20-person prom/holiday dinner going on behind us. a professional photographer is taking pictures of the group in their sundays best, long gloves, bow ties and all. back to the creepiness - so the manager, who looks like dr. doom from 'who framed roger rabbit" walks over to our table (maybe sensing our awkwardness with our cracked out waitress) and asks "how is everything tonight?" he says it in the most deep, dark and depressing voice - i almost thought he said "are you ready to die?" he stared for a bit at us, we said "great, thanks," and he kept staring and then walked away - i swear, he was so tall, he cast a shadow on us and when he left, it was light again. so i have to fast forward to dessert - we decide we don't want any and she still tries to push it on us ("lay off me, i'm not starving!" - the gap girls reverse quote). she proceeds to try and push coffee on us and then when we say no AGAIN, she asks if we want to take it to go... yea i'll take the coffee to go or maybe just go to starbucks you freak! she was freaking us out to the fullest, so we had to just jet outta there after we paid, thanks weirdo!
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RAY S.
Had dinner here last night for the first time. I usually go to Morton's but decided to give Ruth's a try. I really enjoyed everything about it. I had the perfectly broiled medium rare cowboy ribeye with the lyonnaise potato and asparagus. The temperature of the ribeye was just right and for once was not under done. The lyonnaise potato with sauteed onions was quite tasty, and interesting because the onions didn't overpower the potato as I expected. The asparagus wasn't too tender and the creamy hollandaise sauce accented the asparagus perfectly. Usually I find most restaurants' attempts at hollandaise turn out runny, watery and bland, but Ruth's was actually thick and creamy. The service was surprisingly expedient considering it was really busy. I definitely recommend Ruth's if your looking for quality steak and exceptional sides. It's not extremely expensive but it is a little pricey so plan on spending some duckets. I should have tried the creme brulee... oh well there's always next time because I'm definitely going back.
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Johnny K.
I am a steak guy. I have eaten at every steakhouse you can think of in metro-Detroit, Chicago, Las Vegas, and Miami. I am very picky when it comes to judging a steakhouse because to be honest, they are the best and deserve the most love AND criticism. Ruth's Chris is hands-down the greatest steakhouse I have ever eaten at. The atmosphere, ambiance, service, and selection are all important, but nothing takes precedence over the STEAK. Ruth's excels in all categories ESPECIALLY the most important one. Their steaks are perfectly seasoned and tender and packed with flavor so you never need to add anything. Also, the steak has been cooked to perfect temperature at my request EVERY single time. This consistency is what keeps me coming back. Not to mention, I have eaten at other locations, even as far as Cancun, Mexico, and the experience was the same. That's what a steakhouse should be. Everything a steakhouse should be, Ruth's Chris is. Recommendations: Drinks: ALL. But my favorite is the Blackberry Sidecar. Appetizer: Spicy Lobster. I am not a huge lobster fan, yet this is one of the most delicious dishes I have even allowed near my palette. Entree: 11 oz. Filet Mignon, cooked medium and ask them to butterfly it. Dessert: Apple Cobbler (not sure of exact title) with vanilla ice cream. I'm usually a chocolate guy, but this is where it's at. Ask for Alex. He enhances the experience and is just an all-around good person. He was there the 1st time I ate at Ruth's Chris 9 years ago, and he was there with me today.
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Larry M.
Food was good, that was the ONLY thing I enjoyed about this experience. My wife and I went to Ruth Chris to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary. Big mistake unless you enjoy being rushed out of a fine dining restaurant in 50 minutes! We had a reservation at 7:15 on a Saturday night, and by 8:05 we were walking out the door. Our server rushed us through ordering and through the entire dinner. We sat down and within a few minutes we were asked if we were ready to order! I looked at our server and bluntly said NO, that we just sat down. We ordered our dinner a few minutes later after being rushed to order again, then within a minute or two our salads arrived, and literally after I put my fork down our entrees arrived. It was obvious that because we didn't order 100 dollar steaks, drinks or appetizers we were not welcome by this server. All he wanted to do was flip the table again. It is to bad I even left a tip! We couldn't even enjoy our dinner and enjoy the milestone in our lives. Upon leaving I spoke with a manager, all he said was "well what do you want me to do about it" I looked at him and said, I guess nothing since we are done, and went on to further say there are other ways to try and retain a customer, by inviting us to try their restaurant again. I even told him that we could have gone to the restaurant that is next door to them, ate a lot more food, had a better value for our buck, and had a much more enjoyable night by spending time with each other instead of being rushed our of a fine dining restaurant. What a way to RUIN a milestone, and a fine dining experience. Thanks Ruth Chris. I am speaking only about this location of Ruth Chris, as I have not experienced others. I sure hope the other locations are not run like this one. update.....on Saturday July 17th, I sent a lengthy email to Ruth Chris corporate via their website, and now still two business days later no reply. I am actually quite surprised.
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Christina G.
Excellent service, staff and food every time. We have not had a bad meal at this location. Exceptional service from Ann Marie and Christine. They are our favorite servers. The filet and lobster tail is my favorite. My husband loves the ribeye. Scalloped potatoes, spinach and chop salad are typical sides for us. New crab stack appetizer is fabulous!! Light and refreshing. Happy hour menu is our next stop .... To be continued
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Dr Ibraham A.
Had a great dinner birthday at Troy Ruth Chris The food was 5star The waiter Frank was 5star Everything was 5 star
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Sarah R.
Decent steak house, loved the lobster tail and the calamari appetizer. I was suprised how the waiter was not very attentive, we dined with a couple and one member has celiac's and can't have gluten, we stated this at the beginning of the meal, they did not offer the gluten free menu, she ordered a salad, and no where listed in the description did it note the breaded fried onions, she was served this salad and ended up getting sick. Disappointing because a nice night out ended with a member of the party getting sick. Other than this it was decent.
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Joe T.
I've been here on many occasions mostly for happy hour which runs Monday through Friday 4-630. My favorites from the happy hour (which all cost $8) are the prime burger, steak sandwich, seared ahi tuna, and crab blt! Drinks are pretty good too but not as good a deal at 8 bucks also. I have also been here for my birthday and I received excellent service. They took a picture for me and my girlfriend and then gave us a little souvenir Ruth Chris picture thing as well which I thought was cute. One thing I might want to mention is that they don't allow you to bring your own bottle of wine (not an option they accept a corkage fee at all). Just manager policy I suppose. I had brought my own bottle on my birthday not knowing. They did give me complimentary champagne for the inconvenience which was nice of them. Also, their steaks are usda prime of course. Here's a pro tip: bone in steaks aren't tastier (just heavier) so don't buy one if you don't have to! However I'd like to mention that they do not dry age their steaks here so if you're looking for that funky aged taste, you might have better luck elsewhere. Overall they cooked my ribeye beautifully medium rare as requested (you'd be surprised at how many steakhouses can mess this up) and it tasted delicious. Overall I think the service, staff, and quality of the restaurant is exceptional and would be happy to celebrate a special occasion here, or just drop by for their awesome happy hour. Happy eats!
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Laura B.
An excellent meal at the perfect pace. Arriving just a few minutes before the dining room opened (pro tip: always go early to avoid crowds!) we started at the bar. I had a delightful Blueberry Mojito. Once we were shown to our table, the menus were explained and we were given plenty of time to look things over. Their three-course meal appeared to be the best bargain currently available. I started with a strawberry, spinach, and goat cheese salad, which was good but not out-of-this-world. The entree was of course the most enjoyable - this is, after all, a steakhouse. My filet was sizzling hot (literally) and drenched in butter and salt. It melted perfectly with each bite. Fair warning though: I'm not kidding about being drenched in butter and salt. My broccoli was cooked but still retained some crunch, which I appreciated. The sides are large enough for 2+ people to split. We also had a loaded baked potato, which was just as buttery as the meat - and just as delicious. For dessert we had a strawberry cheesecake and a strawberry shortcake. Both were good, but not amazing. We were at our table for about 2 1/2 hours and never felt rushed. Our server was attentive but not overbearing. Overall everything was quite good.
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Amanda F.
I've been coming here for many many years. For any occasion that u can think of, we have celebrated here. My favorite was the pork chops. This is the ONLY place I will eat pork chops. They are to die for! But after recently going here, found out the pork chops are only special ordered now. But the Steak and all the side dishes are AMAZING!! I'm getting hungry now just typing this!
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Matthew P.
I came for Troy restaurant week, and I've never been upsold harder somewhere than at a timeshare seminar. 18 minutes the waitress yammered on about the 'Ruth's Classic Dinner' where you get to mix/match or 'create your own meal' if you will. Like a 'pick three'. She asked us twice what we would like from get started with, and twice my Mother and I said 'we'll go ahead and stick with the Restaurant Week menu'. The Fillet was damn good, as it should be for Prime beef. Did not care for the burning hot plate, or sizzling butter to 'let me know the plate was hot'. It's not just a personal dislike, it's a gimmicky novelty way to serve a beautiful slice of meat. Why do I want to not be able to move my plate around, or have to watch my wrirsts while cutting my steak? I can't imagine how many times people have burned themselves.
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Kristin W.
The food is very good. Steaks were fantastic, sides were good, although I don't like the pepper flavor in the lobster mac/cheese. The bread pudding tasted more like flan than bread pudding. But overall we were very happy with the meal. The service was good, but very rushed. This is a place that wants to get you in and out in as little time as possible, which isn't what I want when paying over $300 for 2 people. The atmosphere feels more like a banquet hall than an expensive steakhouse. The servers move around very quickly, which makes things efficient, but it also makes the restaurant feel chaotic. Also, lots of large tables with kids. Go for the food, not for the atmosphere. I'd say this is better for a business meal or a meal with family, not a romantic date night. For that try Cameron's or Hyde Park.
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William M.
I ordered the 16 oz. Ribeye which was juicy and cooked to perfection! Lobster mac-n-cheese was my side dish which was pretty good. Drinks were great as well as the service. Absolutely no room for dessert though. I will definitely be returning!
(5)
Barbara H.
OUTSTANDINGIf you are looking for a restaurant to enjoy a delectable perfectly cooked meal...here is your place!! We LOVE this restaurant for special occasions...so my Birthday was made perfect ,by dining here!The wine was a great Pint Noir...the filet mignon was sizzling and done to perfection pink in the middle...the cheesy potatoes fantastic...the asparagus..with hollandaise sauce just right and the mushrooms a NEW menu choice outstanding and great with the filet!!The friendly kind and knowledgeable server PEGGY was great at describing the menu choices....serving the meal...and also ....taking a Birthday photo of me and my husband with their camera and then it was put it in a cute birthday rememberance card...and how yummy was a surprise birthday dessert...a warm chocolate molten Lava cake with side of mini chocolate mousse with whipped cream...the best yet!! Thank you Ruth Chris for making my day so wonderful. ALSO the rest of the staff and manager too!! SO Grateful ...last year I had surgery and could not walk..and this year...dining out...and walking too.
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Nicole S.
It's amazing I do not care where I go no steaks can compare to the porter house I love the service also .
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Robert B.
4 of us went on Valentines Day. We've been here before, as well as to Ocean Prime, Mortons, and Capitol Grill. Our previous trip was outstanding. This time around, it was a hair away from being outright horrible. The service was mediocre. Empty water and pop glasses needed to have a waitress flagged down to be refilled. The steak (I had the 12 oz ribeye with 2 lobster tails) was a notch below mediocre, and tasted of burnt black pepper more than of steak. We don't mind dropping $100 per person for a really nice dinner, but it doesn't appear Ruths Chris can provide a really nice dinner anymore. At the very least, they buckle under the modestly increased crowds of Valentines days. Either way, there are too many good restaurants on Big Beaver to risk coming back here in the future.
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Christina T.
Bread: was not served today, not sure why, we noticed it when the steak for here, didn't ask for it but was just wondering. Appetizer: crab cake, stuffed mushroom and seared ahi - all very nicely prepared and tasty. Caesar Salad: surprisingly disappointing, normally I would expect a good salad from a steak house, but this crouton was soggy and romaine lettuce was not crunchy. Overall not a fresh salad. Petite filet and petite ribeye: delicious, very well prepared! Really enjoyed it. Service: the bus boy was a little rough, knocking the glasses when picking up plates etc., but the waitress was great!
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Jim E.
Exceeded Expectations. Ruth's Chris Steak House has been on the go to list for a long time, when speaking to a friend who visited the Toronto location and raved about it bumped this to the top of the list. I have been to a lot of restaurants and was expecting to enjoy it but will thought it may be standard. When walking in your greeted by a friendly staff into a warm inviting atmosphere with wine bottles showcased everywhere. The Filet was cooked to perfection, and it was delicious. You can tell the high end cut Ruth Chris has compared to places such as Longhorn. The Fries and Mashed Potatoes were standard sides but they were delicious and uniquely presented to make them different. The Dessert (Cheesecake) also caught me by surprise. Again I thought it may be a standard piece, it was a huge round piece of Cheesecake with light crumbly Graham cracker crust with a topping of sour cream on top. It was delicious light and fresh and well prepared/presented. This would be right at the top along with the Cheesecake Factory for this dessert. The service was fast and friendly; this is a perfect place for a great dinner, special occasions, business meeting, or a date. Highly Recommended!
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Matthew P.
I have eaten at several of the Ruth's Chris Steak Houses though out the US, Atlanta(all 3), Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota., you get the idea. It is hard to continue to do a great standard of food through out the country and maintain high levels of standards, yet they do that here in Michigan as well!!! The hostess are very polite and courteous, the wait staff is on point, and the food is simply amazing! Yes the decor could use an update but eh that's simple stuff! I can't say enough good things about this location. Simply awesome!
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Laurie C.
I asked for melted cheese and mushrooms on my steak and they gave me a bowl of mushrooms on the side with some powder stuff on my steak I won't go back not worth the money
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Ron C.
After a day of errands with the bride..she knew we were going out to dinner, but had no idea this was the surprise. We wheeled in & she lit up "Are we actually going here?" yes! Walked in at 4:30 on a Monday, were greeted & asked to be seated in the cozy bar versus the very large & bright dining room. Alicia warmly welcomed us & made us feel special immediately . Took our beverage order & even promoted the food & drink specials on the happy hour menu. Surprised the bride as she stepped away with a very flamboyant cosmo upon her return. Which Alicia made & delivered , it was VERY GOOD! We decided to split the 20 ounce Cowboy Cut Bone In , medium rare. And started with a harvest salad: Mixed greens with roasted corn,crispy bacon & tomatoes in a white balsamic vinaigrette,topped with goat cheese & cajun nuts. This salad was beyond perfect & the lightness of the dressing did not distract from the fresh flavors . The steak was delivered by a runner, & he offered to split the steak for us, and didn't make us feel bad either for splitting a steak. of course it was still sizzling on the double hot plates & although it was a little on the rare side he suggested to us both ..that if you turn the steak on the hot plate it wil continue to cook up & brown up, which we both tried & LOVED IT! Sean..was a roving caring guy who also stopped in often to check on anything/everything. Fabulous evening..and gave us Steak Hope again..after several misses along hall rd.
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Nunya B.
This review is BEYOND late, but considering how "great" this restaurant is, I think it's due. My boyfriend brought me here on Valentines Day. I wanted Flemings, but they were booked solid. The place was clean enough, but I can't remember if they don't have booths at all, or if they just didn't have any available. Either way, it cost them a star. I have to be comfortable when I enjoy my food, and being out in the open was a bit more than what I'm used to. Anyway, the waitress made us wait for awhile before bringing out water and bread. (As African Americans, we're used to this... They think we don't tip!... But we do, wink wink). She was very monotone, a significant difference from how she spoke to the table next to us. She proceeded to let us know that they were known for their "phenomenal steaks", so we both ordered their biggest fillet. That certainly got her attention, and suddenly her demeanor changed. Is it true? Could the African American couple be prepared to go all out?!? Bottom line, we were not impressed in the LEAST with these steaks. I always order my steaks medium (warm pink center), and the beau orders his medium well. They were dry, flavorless, and chewy. The sides weren't even memorable... The complete experience was more like we were at Logans... We didn't even do dessert, which is unusual for us. We always do top shelf drinks, appetizers, entree, and dessert... We were not even interested in finishing our food. We tipped her pretty well, about 22% of our $200 bill. Going forward, I think we'll skip this place and go elsewhere.
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Erin A.
The best Filet anywhere. It's where we go to celebrate a big success or even a holiday. Recently had Easter Dinner at the Ruth's Chris in Troy, Michigan. Make sure to try the center cut filet, spinach au gratin and berries and cream (not on the menu anymore, but they will make upon request!) A+++ Experience
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Anthony M.
THIS IS THE BEST STEAK HOUSE IN MICHIGAN in my humble opinion. Having said this know that I have eaten at every major steakhouse in the area including Capital Grill, Morton's, Big Rock, Ocean Prime, Ann Arbor Chophouse or Rochester or The London Downtown etc. etc. so I know what I'm talking about. Just trust me, best steak, best potato, best Blue cheese olives period. Best value?? I don't know about that, try Knights Ann Arbor if your on a budget almost as good and half the price. Peace
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Bill B.
"You're going WHERE?" friends who know that I'm a vegetarian would ask if I told them I was going to Ruth's Chris Steak House. I understand this. I'll confess that I felt a little like Nixon going to China. However, I had promised the Mrs. (who likes steak) that we'd go sometime and Christmas Day became sometime. Having explored the menu, I also knew that I wouldn't be SOL. The restaurant had a few different rooms. The decor was understated but powerful, suitable for high-end business meals or general affirmations of affluence. Don Draper of Mad Men would be at home here but the clientele and modes of dress actually covered a wide gamut (a few people even dressed in sweats). The waitstaff was very professional, obviously well-trained in relating to high rollers but deferential to all and sensitive to details. Our waiter proudly told us of the 1,000-degree ovens used to cook the steaks and the 500-degree plates to hold them. He also knew which vegetable dishes, soups and appetizers contained meat or meat stock. The manager visited to ensure that we were happy. These touches distinguish Ruth's Chris from an ordinary restaurant. The food continued the traditional, old money theme. Steaks are the stars here. Though most of the menu is a la carte, there are some combinations that help reduce the prices. My wife and sister-in-law each ordered one of these, which contained a petite filet and shrimp combination, salad, vegetable and dessert. They were raving about the quality of the steaks as well as their flour-less chocolate desserts. For vegetarians, Ruth's Chris provides a combination plate of three chosen sides. Mine were the potatoes Lyonnaise, sauteed mushrooms and fresh broccoli. The fried potatoes were a little thinner and more done than I prefer but the caramelized onions improved them. The mushrooms were only OK; the butter sauce was a bit nondescript. The broccoli was fine but nothing special. Actually, my favorite dishes of the evening were the beefsteak tomato and onion salad (topped with bleu cheese crumbles, red onion and vinaigrette) and the dark bread, the sweetness of which balanced the salty butter nicely. If I had to deconstruct my four-star rating of Ruth's Chris, I'd allot four stars for atmosphere, staff and desserts; five stars for meat-containing dishes and three stars for vegetarian dishes. Thus, if you are a vegetarian, this would not be an optimal choice but it is a doable one where you will be respected.
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Nickolaus V.
The prime rib is the best thing on the menu and when it comes on that hot plate, OMG it's so good. Also they have a epic happy hour...Worth it to eat there every time. :)
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Tony S.
Have you ever tried to get someone to try something new they've never had before (like filet mignon) and they refuse because they tell you they won't like it, but then because of some circumstance where someone else bought them a filet for free then all of a sudden they come to you like they discovered something new never before heard of? Yeah, I hate that. Well, my friend "discovered" Filet Mignon at Ruth Chris and gave me a $25 dollar gift card for my birthday so I could try too. 4 years later I decided to cash it in on my girlfriends birthday, here is what transpired: I called ahead to get a reservation and let them know it was my girls b-day. We got seated and from then on we were treated like King and Queen. Never before had I such service wisk and work like we were the most important thing on the planet. Right off the bat from left field a waiter comes flying in with a silver platter with an open bottle of $9 Pelligrino water steaming like Champagne that was just popped. "Care for some water??" the waiter asks. Before I could ask if we had to pay for this and could we have tap water, I see my birthday girl start in slow motion to say "sure" Me: oh my gosh. "How much is that?" Waiter, "$9 dollars" We got suckered. Now, all the other people in this place look like they finished up a round of golf with their buddies and they all had tap water. Ok. Rib-eye for me ($35), Petite filet for the petite lady. I made a mistake, don't get separate side dishes if there are 2 people. For instance, I got 2 orders of Au Gratin potatoes. This is enough for 5 people, seriously. The golf buddies shared like one of these between 4 people. I didn't notice until now, the waitress warned me but I was in la la land at the time enjoying my sparkling water. I ordered the Rib-eye medium, she ordered her filet well done. Doh!!? A Petite filet is already small, have you ever seen a Filet Mignon cooked well done? Anyways, she loved it. I think she never had better. I on the other hand 5 bites in was wondering when the WOW was going to happen. It was barely marbled, it was more like a sirloin but without the flavor. Salt helped slightly. The manager came around to ask how things were and I hadn't made up my mind yet. I think I stammered for a few seconds too long, I was almost going to complain about my cut of meat but I kept my mouth shut because i didn't want this birthday to be about me. I've had better. Maybe I should have gotten it medium rare? Maybe the chef thought we were idiots for ordering filet well done and decided I didn't deserve a good cut, or wouldn't notice? Whatever. Ma lady didn't want to appear stupid (or poor, which we almost are at this point) confidently said "yes" to more wine, without realizing it was going to cost $11 more for me. Just to let you know, I'm not cheap, I'm just not rich and for peat sake help me out a bit! Ok. When the absolutely the best waitress I've ever had in my life came around to offer the complimentary birthday cake my girlfriend said she was full and no she did not want the cake... What?! The waitress then said that she could give us a rain check on the cake. "Oh no, that's all right." ,she said. "Go ahead take the rain check", I insisted. We took the rain check. I think another instance of trying to look like we do this everyday in my opinion makes us look like we definitely don't do this everyday. I have to say it's better to be a noob than to try and pretend like we spend over $100 every weekend on dinner because when you pretend you just end up looking like a fool. $127 w/ tip (after gift card) 5 star service 1 star to the chef who thinks we're stupid so he could save the better Rib-eye for someone else, also for the bottled water trick. At least send an unopened bottle. That evens out to 3 stars. Oh, by the way I thought my date took the Potatoes in when I dropped her off at home but I discovered them in my back seat a week later (this was in the summer) PS- this was 2 years ago and I love my girlfriend.
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Boz D.
Do you ever check your watch to see what time it is and as soon as you put your arm down you forget what time it was, so you check again? Well that's what Ruth's Chris is for me. Been here before, forgot that it was no big deal, so we came back. The food is ok, does not justify the pricing. I ordered the filet, and the presentation of the plate was terrible. In an upscale restaurant presentation is just as important as the food. There was oil all over the plate, it looked like and felt like it sat under the heat lamp. I also had a side of the sauteed mushrooms, no big deal, they lacked flavor. On top of that THEY DON'T EVEN HAVE CARROT CAKE!!! If you want a 5 star experience I would recommend Eddie Merlot's or Morton's. This will be the last time we visit Ruth's Chris. Hopefully next time I will remember what time it is.
I'm giving this 4 stars, but that could change. I've eaten at the Toronto, Mississauga, Niagara Falls, Chicago and Las Vegas locations. By far this is my favourite chain restaurant. The location in Troy is actually only 30 minutes away from my house, so for my birthday we decided to try it out. They have a menu that has a starter, entree, side and dessert for about $50.00. Not bad considering I usually pay $50.00 just for my piece of meat. I've never ordered the special before, and I felt that it did not live up to all my other Ruth Chris experiences. Don't get me wrong, my meal was good and I was full, but it wasn't the typical Ruth Chris experience. The staff and service were great, I just felt like something was missing. I guess you do get what you pay for. Next time I will order a la carte.
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Theresa W.
Been to many Ruth's Chris' in California, but first time in Troy. It was very nice. Service was great, wine selection was great, and food is good as usual. The surf and turf is a great deal, as it comes with 2 lobster tails and 1 5 oz filet. The deserts are huge, so make sure you order to share.
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Brandi F.
The food here is nothing short of amazing! The filets are seasoned and cooked then come to your table on a hot dish that keeps it sizzling hot the whole time! The 2lb lobster tail is hands down one of the best I have ever had. The sides are perfect for sharing too. Besides great food the staff is wonderful! Love this place and can't wait to go back
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Dennis K.
This place would have been great if I didn't feel like I was at a Denny's for spoiled rich kids. Instead of enjoying my meal, I had to spend the whole time overhearing some self-entitled snotty 16-year old demeaning a guy for bringing her regular water instead of sparkling. For a middle-class guy like myself who rarely gets to treat my girlfriend and myself to a high-class experience, this place simply missed the mark. The food and service were decent, but it just didn't feel like a very enjoyable experience overall in comparison to other upscale restaurants that I've visited. I hate to let one bad experience set the bar, but I'm not sure that I will be back.
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Kevin S.
Great food. Get the filet! You cannot go wrong with it. Brussels sprout are awesome. Even if you don't normally like them try theirs. They are made with honey butter, brown sugar, and sweet goodness. Bartenders all make good drinks. Definitely make a reservation well ahead of time. As in 4 days. It gets busy but you will get sat on time. Great place to take a date. Even though it's a chain it still is awesome. Their chef won Ruth Chris chef of the year. It shows.
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Amanda Z.
We had dinner here for the first time the day after Valentine's Day. They offer complimentary valet and coat check, which was nice. We were greeted and seated as soon as we walked in. Our waitress came right over, gave us a drink menu, and we asked for a few waters to get us started. So, we waited...and waited for this water...for ten minutes. It was extremely awkward. We were just sitting there - no menus or water - just waiting for our waitress to notice, as all the guys were busy. You would think at this point, when she had glanced over quite a few times that she would take it upon herself to go get a pitcher of water, since her "helper" was busy, but nope. She had us wait for him. Whatever. He finally came with our waters, she took our order, and our salads came. I had the Caesar, which was extremely good. I mean, good; fresh grated cheese, fresh lettuce...definitely up to par. My fiance' got the house salad, which came with a pile of fried onions on top of it in stack form. It was awkward to eat. We both ordered steak, of course, which came out on a really hot butter plate. The nice thing was that the plate kept the steak warm throughout the entire meal...but it was HOT the entire meal. I had to blow on each piece for a substantial amount of time before I could even eat it. The steak, however, was awesome. It was perfectly cooked (who knew there was a thing called medium+? it was perfect) and seasoned. I had enough to take half of it home that night. We ordered a side of lyonnaise potatoes, which were pretty dry and hardly had any spice to them. I wasn't impressed. We skipped dessert and headed out. While we were there, the manager did come around and check on us, which was nice to see. So, was it good? For the most part. Was it worth $130? Not at all.
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Holly S.
I had the surf and turf with a side of creamed spinach that was to die for! The calamari was super tender and flavorful. The chocolate peanut butter dessert was amazing too. Pricey but a good little "teat yourself to a good meal" kinda place.
I feel like this place is overpriced and overhyped. I also do not like the way some of the steaks are seasoned. People rave about the zip sauce or whatever, I don't like putting a lot of different stuff on my steak. I'm a true meaty flavor lover. I despise people who get a nice cut of steak well done and ask for extra zip sauce and A1 or whatever else to dip it in. Might as well go to a local diner and order whatever they have on the menu. Anyways, I would've given this place 3 1/2 stars because the cuts they use are good, but the prices brought it to the 2 that it's at.
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Jaccob D.
There are so many great steak places on this side of town. But Ruth's Chris has a good name and good food. Service is always great with a classy, and upscale atmosphere. Will go back many times a year.
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James G.
We have enjoyed some good meals here, and we particularly like the happy hour specials offered in the bar. Unfortunately, this location has a policy of putting "Reserved" signs on several of the few tables that are available in the bar. Sometimes they will just remove those signs and let you sit there, but tonight we were told the only available table was "reserved". In the bar, at happy hour? When there are people standing there ready to take a seat? I can understand reserved tables in the dining room, but letting tables stand vacant in a crowded bar is a waste of space, and is disrespectful of customers who are actually on the premises. I'm not sure why they think this is a good idea, but it has soured us on the restaurant, and we have been long time loyal customers. We'll go somewhere else next time.
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Nichole S.
I must say, I travel routinely and have visited many Ruth's Chris Steakhouses in many cities (Atlanta, Chicago, Columbia...to name a few). The RC in Troy is by far the best I've ever been to. The executive chef there is simply amazing. This is hands down my husband and I's favorite restaurant. I would give it 6 stars if I could. Always consistent!!!
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Rachel M.
I've debated on giving this place a 4 or 5 star review. I would say 4.5 if I could. Our food was delicious and the service was exceptional. It was dead here (on a weekend) yet our service never lacked due to any servers wanting to "get out of there". I hate that, so big thumbs up for that. The food was well cooked and seasoned. The menu isn't cheap, no duh, but you easily get what you pay for and it's not ridiculously high either. We chose from a sort of prix fixe type menu (I can't remember what they called it) which we generally do not do but the selections allowed for a delicious meal and add-ons were not a problem. Some things that jump out were the crabmeat stuffed mushrooms... we fought over those. The drink menu was also very nice. I tried a Manhattan Eastside and I really enjoyed. Also, our desserts were to die for. My only lacking star is simply for the fact that there are other steak houses I like just as much if not a tad more with a tad lesser price. I admit I'm a bit jaded and sometimes I really need my socks knocked off... I still recommend and I will be back.
(4)
Maggie Margaret G.
Omg! Love this place! Best place for steak hands down! Best happy hour hands down! I have always great service fantastic food and delicious drinks shared with great company at this restaurant! It's not cheap but its worth EVERY penny! I could go on and on about my love affair with this place but I won't. I suggest you just go and experience how delicious the food is, how warm and inviting the atmosphere is and you too will be a Ruth Chris devotee!
Service is perfection and only adds to an incredible meal. It's hard to go wrong with anything you order.
(5)
Tom A.
My favorite high-end steakhouse to go out to. Tried a few other new ones in the area, and although the ambience might be more "updated", I don't think that many places offer a steak quite like Ruth's Chris. I wouldn't be able to offer a review on much other than the filet, but I have never left Ruth's Chris disappointed with the food or the service!
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C M.
Rave reviews for 2 recent Happy Hour visits to Ruth's Chris Steak House. Service was top notch and everything we tried from the Happy Hour menu was excellent! You can order from the regular menu in the large, intimate cocktail lounge and many neighboring tables did, but we have been perfectly happy with the ahi, lobster, crab cake sandwich (with outstanding zucchini fries) and mushroom-tenderloin salad ordered off the Happy Hour menu (until 6:30). We celebrated a 60th birthday and our wonderful server had the chef write Happy Birthday on the plate of our chosen dessert - Chocolate Sin Cake! We also loved - loved!!! - their deep dish apple pie. Wow! Next time we plan to try the steak sandwich - seems like it is a big hit among diners from the number of them we saw served throughout the lounge during our "dinner" last time. If you love the cherries in a sweet Manhattan, you must try Ruth's with Luxardo cherries! And their Happy Hour gin and tonic is spiced with ginger - so very tasty. An excellent meal at a very reasonable price!
(5)
Chris F.
Best steak I have ever had in my life! Great service. This a classy place to go for an anniversary or to celebrate something special. Price is a little high but it's what you would expect to pay for a nice dinner. Never had a bad meal here, one time we did get a gazpacho soup without knowing what it was, after returning to our table the waitress could tell we were not eating it so she replaced it with a different soup for me and my wife!
(5)
David R.
Been to several Ruth Chris, and this one was a big disappointment. Ordered the porter house for two medium, our usual and got a well done one that had a lot of fat, not what we were expecting. Not worth $87.00. After talking to the manager, it was removed from our bill. They offered to make us another one, but the truth was it would not have mattered.
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Ben R.
Food was great, service started out good until large party came in and we were forgotten.....not sure we would go back to this location.
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James S.
Just moved back home from Dallas where I frequented Ruth Chris on Dallas north tollway. I was very pleased to find that there was a Ruth Chris here. I was not disappointed great steaks great food great service I will absolutely be back I am a lifetime customer.
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Violet S.
I really enjoyed this place. We sat in a very cozy booth that seemed private. My friend had a steak and wanted a certain sauce that they used in another state's Ruth's Chris. The waiter said they didn't serve that but did ask the chef to make it for him which was nice. The fish I had was excellent. We had the potatoes and spinach which were delicious. Our martinis were great (had a chocolate type martini). Amazing food, professional wait service, romantic atmosphere! What more could you ask for? Recommend this place.
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Hanna S.
Better than Cameron's, not good as Capital grill.
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Kristopher S.
I wish there were an option for two and a half. This place is overrated, and criminally overpriced. To have "US Prime" in their logo, yet use USDA Choice for their Filet is false advertising, and seeing that I can go to Lelli's or Andiamo and get a PRIME Filet for the same price(with a Salad, Pasta, Soup, etc.), it makes Ruth's Chris an absolute rip-off. For 35-40 bucks, all you get is the steak. No salad, no side....just a steak. And if you want a Prime Filet, like myself, you're going to be disappointed. For those that don't know the difference, Prime is a much higher quality cut of meat than Choice. Prime melts in the mouth, while Choice is a tad chewier. The only thing that I felt justified in paying for were the PHENOMENAL sweet potatoes. The steak is highway robbery, for a low quality cut. Go to Lelli's or Andiamo's (or any place that serves Prime beef) for steak. Service was good, and I give it about two and a half stars.
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Anthony B.
I've been here a few times, always had the filet, and never had one better than theirs. For those who don;t like their steaks here never had a filet, all the complaints are for other steaks. If you go here get a filet. Also, order any side dish with cheese, don't order anything else, it is enough for 2 people. The happy hour menu is great too, the $7 burger and fries is better and cheaper than champps. Frank in the bar is great and takes good care of all his customers.
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Melissa J.
the happy hour special here is great. i have the tenderloin skewers and they were delicious. I have never had dinner here...yet but it is definitely on my radar now.
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Chris M.
Good steak and I don't ever usually eat steak but I could eat steak here anytime. Good vibe and atmosphere. Although the salad got my wife's stomach a lil upset
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Paul D.
Cleanliness...5 Food...5 Service...5 Price...1 Meal, Service was 100%...The place was spotless but the pricing was out of this world HIGH...
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Carlos S.
Ruth's Chris is one of my girlfriend's and mine go to staples. We love going out to try new places, but sometimes as you all know it's a bit of a gamble. If it's too new, a lot of times the kinks haven't worked out. If it's an old neighborhood joint, sometimes we feel alienated. We are both in the service industry ourselves, so we are a little more critical than most when it comes to going out to eat, and the fact that we go to this place on a somewhat regular basis speaks tons. The main reason why we do love this Ruth's Chris is consistency. We had a great experience the first time around, and have not been disappointed since. Being that it's a chain restaurant is really the only reason why I didn't give it a full five stars, the servers are a little pushy sometimes, but again, this is also what I do for a living so I am a little more sensitive to "suggestive selling", and I hate being sold to. Some other high end steak houses may have "fancier" steaks, preparations, sides, cooking techniques, wine lists, etcetera, but Ruth's Chris has a nice balance, and most importantly, consistency.
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Jac P.
Great steak, atmosphere, and wine! Service was awesome too! :)
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Torrie M.
"You've got to try Ruth Chris," "OMG, Ruth Chris is so good," and "He proposed at Ruth Chris!" were just a few comments that preceded my visit to Ruth Chris Steak House. What better time, than Troy Restaurant Week to finally try it out. I started things off with a pomengranite martini. It tasted fantastic, and the sugar rim was delectible. Next, I ordered the Lobster Bisque, my mom had the Michigan Salad and my dad tried a Caesar Salad to start out. Everything was really good. My soup not as thick as I would have liked but that did not stop me from cleaning my bowl (as well as the yummy lobster chunks). My dad's Caesar was so fresh, and he said it was the best caesar salad he's ever had! My mom loved her Michigan salad, complete with nuts and berries. Our plates were clean in no time. For my entree, I ordered the 6 oz filet and shrimp along with mashed potatoes. DELISH! The steak was cooked to perfection and the shrimp were seasoned so well in a fantastic lemon butter sauce. My dad ordered the 12 oz filet and only left behind a bone :) For dessert, my parents had the key lime pie, which came in an adorable pie tart with key lime filling, whipped cream, and a lime. I had the Chocolate Pots de Creme, which was lite chocalate custard with whipped cream and berries. Needless to say by the end of the night we were stuffed!! I can't wait to go back and try some of the other fantastic entrees and desserts. Ruth Chris was all that I had heard, and more!
(5)
Rick M.
This is a great cheap little diner, perfect for quick lunches and ...wait wrong review. This a great expensive steakhouse, perfect for special occasions when a perfectly cooked chunk of meat is required. The filet was amazing. One of the best steaks I ever had. My wife's chicken (I know right, but she just doesn't like steak) was super good too. The salad was not bad but the Lobster bisque was quite delish. Both the mashed potatoes and broccoli were very vey good. The mashed were the super creamy variety. The bread was ok, nothing special. The dessert (chocolate sin cake) was pretty good but that's really not my thing anyway. The beer menu wasn't great but if your a fan of the vino the wine menu was redonk! Again though nothing cheap. In fact I don't think you can get a glass of cab for less than $9.50. The place itself was pretty meh in terms of decor and style. There is a private lot and available valet parking. I would def go back and get more steak here but it's not someplace I would go very often just because of the price. We went for restaurant week and still dropped over $100 and I only had one drink.
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Donald P.
This is one of my favorite restaurants. I like the cleanliness, the ambiance and the friendliness of the staff. Most importantly, I enjoy the food. The food (especially the steaks) have great flavor and prepared just as you like it. The way I feel about this restaurant has apparently rubbed off on my daughter. She constantly ask her fiance to take her there. Lol!
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Dale A.
I had the perfect medium rare steak. They weren't kidding your steak stays hot from the first bite to the last. Perfect place for a date night, If you don't mind spending the extra money.
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Troy B.
Steak was ok not as good as I thought it would of been from a steakhouse of this caliber. The drinks saved it for me! Great specialized mixed drinks!
(4)
Rick D.
My girlfriend, mother and I dined at the Troy, Michigan Ruth's Chris at 630PM on a Sunday. Reservations were made via yelp and were absolutely trouble free. I would say that the decor of the dining room was seriously dated, if it had any real decor at all. I was transported back to the many dinners I've had to suffer through at a convention, where the conference room is turned into a makeshift dining room by the addition of tables and dimmed lighting. And it was LOUD. We were seated next to what seemed like a birthday party of about 20 people. The concepts of fine dining and fine parenting had apparently escaped this bunch, as the children were allowed to chase each other about and hammer on their plates with their silverware. Their dress and manner would have attracted management attention at Chuck E Cheese. On the bright side, the group did provide me with an opportunity to window shop if I ever decide to spring for a neck tattoo in loving memory of some local hoodlum. For an appetizer, we shared the spicy lobster tempura. Very nice, with just enough spice not to overwhelm the subtleties of the lobster. We each greatly enjoyed the Harvest Salad. Nicely balanced flavor and textural elements, all dressed as perfectly as a salad can be. I could swear they painted the balsamic dressing on each leaf by hand. The sides of creamed spinach and asparagus with hollandaise were solid. The steaks were crap. The bone-in ribeyes that my girlfriend and I ordered medium-rare were both medium-well. I had the temerity to send mine back. A new one was produced, this time presented by the tuxedo-clad manager. (Was he expecting the rat pack to drop in?) This steak was indeed medium-rare, but not at all seasoned, and had little to no marbling. Prime? I hardly think so. In the restaurant's favor, they did comp the one steak, since it had interrupted the rhythm of the meal. I am a big fan of Ruth's Chris. Just not this particular Ruth's Chris.
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S W.
Excellent steakhouse that does an amazing filet. We had 3 filets at our table all that were done to perfection. The spinach and mashed potatoes were excellent sides. The wine list is both extensive and impressive. The only thing preventing a 5 star rating is the restaurant is a bit noisy and not every seating area offers a personal feel.
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John W.
Wasn't impressed with the service. I felt like the waiter would be more suited for Chilis than a high end steak house. No explanation of the menu or anything. Food was OK nothing spectacular for the price. Plus the Valet jumped all over us for not using them and parking ourselves. Not a way to "greet the customer". Won't be back.
(1)
N W.
We dined here recently for Thanksgiving dinner. The food was good (not great) just good. Spectularly overpriced for what we received - 3 small thinly sliced turkey pieces, and a choice of 2 (small) sides and maybe a tablespoon of cranberries. All this was served on a small plate, piled on top of each other (turkey and stuffing with a dollop of gravy). It was lukewarm when we received it. Service was just ok and am not sure if it was due to the fact that our waitress had to work that day or what, however I was not impressed at all with service. On top of that, the server at the table next to us piled up the dishes so high on the side table, that they toppled over in a noisy mess on the floor next to us. Ugh! Was not impressed at all (and have been here twice before with likewise type of service). Will definitely not be back and will not recommend this place.
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Rachel K.
I went to Ruth Chris last night as a first-timer. I've always wanted to go there but had no real reason (other than to eat a great steak), but with Troy Restaurant Week going on this week and all the restaurants participating offering "special" prices, I decided to make reservations. Ruth Chris normally has a dinner special, at $49~ per person, that offers a salad, entree, and dessert, but during restaurant week, it was $30 per person. Not a bad deal, getting a $60 dinner for two, that would normally have been $100. I ordered the 12 oz NY Strip Steak and my boyfriend had the filet and shrimp. Both were DELICIOUS. Plate comes out smoking hot and there's melted butter to make the steak even more delicious. I also had the Michigan Salad, with blue cheese, cranberries, apples, and pecans, which was also a home run. Side dishes included mashed potatoes and a sweet potato casserole with candied pecans on top. Dessert was chocolate mousse and a carrot cake. I'd go to Ruth Chris again in a second. It was a little bit weird how much attention each server paid to us, from the hostess to the person that pours the water to the guy who brings the bread to the manager who asks how your meal is. I felt like a little kid in a big person's world. But I also eat mostly at Taco Hut, so... This is the perfect place to go when your work is paying for the meal, your parents are paying for the meal, or a potential ex boyfriend is paying for the meal.
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Sandra M.
My friend took me to this place for dinner and was nothing like Capital Grill, pricey but not worth it, service ok nothing amazing. Not coming back.
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Jennifer H.
This was the third steak house in the local trifecta of famous steak houses that we've wanted to try since we moved here: The Capital Grille (which we tried last year), Morton's Steakhouse (which we tried last week), and now Ruth's Chris. To give a tiny bit of background, we didn't have a babysitter, so we had to decide if our desire to try Ruth's Chris during [the cheaper] Restaurant Week outweighed our desire to not be THOSE parents (even though we were 98% sure our almost-14-month-old toddler would be just fine). I even took an informal Facebook poll of my friends, and 1/3 said NO DON'T TAKE HIM and 2/3 said YES OF COURSE TAKE HIM, so taking those results into consideration, we decided to try it. And he was the perfect little quiet smiling happy giggling toddler. The whole time. Everyone who walked by smiled at him and/or had to stop and say hi to him/us and/or tell us how good he was or how cute he was. Our waitress loved him ("a grandma of five" she told us). We did get desserts to go, though, because he was starting to get a little fussy, but we probably could have stayed. I'm really glad we went. (And I didn't see a stink eye from anyone!) So, onto our experience and my rating. How did it fare within the trifecta? I'd say better than Morton's but not as good as Capital Grille. (Although I joked to hubby that we really SHOULD try Capital Grille again since it was over a year ago that we were there! I mean, for honest-to-goodness comparison's sake.) /evil grin/ The valet parking was on par with the other restaurants. Surprisingly (or, not surprisingly), we didn't receive ANY stink eyes from anyone when we entered and gave our names, which impressed me since before I had kids, I would have given the stink eye to someone bringing in a small child to a fancy restaurant. We were seated within minutes and were graciously redirected to a more out-of-the-way table at my request (just so the high chair wouldn't be in the way of servers). The restaurant was fairly empty when we were seated a bit before 5:30, but it gradually filled up, although by the time we left around 6:30 it still wasn't full. We could tell a lot of the diners were also there for the Restaurant Week specials. The atmosphere didn't have as much of an "old boy's club" feel as The Capital Grille and Morton's did...it seemed a bit more contemporary. Our waitress was great, and made us feel at ease for bringing a toddler. Although he was being good, we didn't want to chance it, so quickly placed our order, starting with the calamari appetizer that wasn't included in the special three-course meal. But wow, was it worth it. It was really very good, with a nice percentage of tentacles if you like that part (which we do). And you have to love the wrapped lemon so you don't get seeds when you squeeze. My medium-rare filet and hubby's rare ribeye were cooked to perfection, and I looooooved the melted butter over the top, although the steaks were so hot that by the time it got to the table, it had melted completely. The steaks were nicely seasoned, with just salt and pepper, and were brought on sizzling 500 degree plates (which we learned were washed and kept in the oven). The plates were still so hot that you could actually cook your rare meat just a little by holding it against the plate! My side of sweet potato casserole was amazingly good--not overly sweet but sweet enough that it tasted like dessert (always a plus in my book). Hubby had the broccoli, which looked great (although I didn't try it), and the portion sizes of both were what a typical side should be--not a "family style" portion--so that I didn't feel stuffed to the gills when finishing the dish. Our waters were kept filled lightning-quick, which in my book is worth one star alone! And our waitress didn't bat an eye when we asked for more whole milk for our son, who had drained his entire sippy cup. The entire staff was warm and welcoming, and more than a few came over to our table to say hi to our son (who was behaving wonderfully)--or at the very least smile and/or wave to him as they walked by. We got our desserts to go, and our bill was brought quickly. As I should have expected from similar treatment at the other steak houses, our waitress also took our valet ticket so our car would be ready...but I am still not used to it so it always comes as a nice surprise. Overall it was a wonderful experience, and we are VERY glad we decided to tempt fate and bring the kidlet. The service was outstanding from entrance to exit, the food was impressive (and I have yet to even try the dessert!), and the ambiance was distinguished but casual. There was nothing--not even one microscopic reason--to knock off a star. And we can't wait to go back. P.S. I just realized I forgot to mention the bread (warm and yummy with butter) or our soups (hubby's seafood gumbo and my crab and corn chowder) which were all delicious as well. :)
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Sam B.
I went here for the first time yesterday for my 1 year anniversary. The food was delicious and prepared just the way I asked. It had a nice atmosphere with the employees and the lighting. I ordered the Filet medium rare and it was cooked perfectly. My girlfriend ordered the stuffed chicken breast. We were sharing each others food trying to decide what was better. The place can get a little pricey but for special occasions it definitely is a place to check out.
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Colin T.
Here's what your waiter will tell you: Ruth's Chris serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800° oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table. My recommendations are Calamari for an appetizer and Creme Brulee for dessert. Pick a steak and/or seafood combo for dinner and enjoy!
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Sarah M. B.
I will say for the major steakhouses in the area, at Ruths you will get the most bang for your buck... definitely more reasonably priced than other places in the Bham area, but I think I know why... Service: was very good, althou our waitress looked like she had just rolled out of bed after a 24 drunken binge...huge bags under the eyes, etc. while she was clean and did a good job, the lighting in the place did her no favors. First impressions, ya know? Great wine list, and our red wine was delicious and not acid tasting. The complimentary loaf of barley warmed, not that fresh, while bread was not so fab. They have a good deal going on for 39.95 you get a salad, filet with shrimp and dessert....not bad at all, however... -The salad was pretty much as basic as it could get, while it was fresh and large and my blue cheese dressing was good-there just wasn't much else to it...onion and tomato and crutons, really... -The shrimp that came with my dish....it was ok...I have seen bigger shrimp at COSTCO-maybe it was because I ordered the special deal and they save the small, unimpressive shrimp for those people...I dunno, it was just bland... -The filet...it was cooked perfectly to my liking BUT the fact it came on a sizzling plate of butter makes me question the quality of the meat. I mean, it was good BUT why did it have to be so 'doctored' up?? A great filet doesn't need to be cooked or doused with butter to make it tender....maybe it's their age old recipe and all but in my book great beef doesn't need need a butter sauce. Dessert-our meal came with a sample carrot cake and chocolate mouse thing....mouse thing was ok and the carrot cake was great. I ordered some sinful chocolate cake, which was like a flourless cake-it was very rich and good, but I wasn't crazy insane about it. I feel the dessert menu is weak compared to other comparable places. Overall, despite what it sound like, I did enjoy my meal. It was a hell of a deal for all the food we got...however, I see myself willing to spend a few extra bucks and heading to Cameron's, Flemings or Capital Grille(ok so CG would be a LOT of extra bucks) over Ruth's....of course, if someone wanted to treat me to Ruth's I wouldn't object.
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Charlie P.
Every once in a while, I decide I'm worth droppin a hundred bucks for dinner, and Ruth Chris never disappoints! Maureen works the bar Sunday nights, and always provides excellent service, and a generous pour. My favorite is the Cowboy Rib-Eye, done medium rare.
(4)
Scott S.
Unreal service. Phenomenal steak. Great prices. Highly recommend it. Best restaurant out there. No complaints at all. Services was awesome. Our server Alex was great and friendly.
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Kim V.
Steak is just as wonderful and perfect as you expect it to be. The house salad is amazing. My husband enjoyed the lobster bisque but not best he has had. The sides are not anything to brag about. The southwest mac and cheese tasted like velveta. The mushrooms we could make at home for 1/16th the price. Appetizers over priced. Deserts were delicious.
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Katie C.
By far the most delicious steaks around. They might not have everything perfect but they sure have perfected how to cook a steak. The steak comes out to you on a sizzling plate and just simply seasoned with butter, salt, pepper, and parsley. If you get the Fillet ( like I did) you have to barely cut it and it will melt in your mouth. The potato comes out huge as well as the sides. I ordered the yummy buttered green beans and roasted garlic, and the beans were still a little crisp so they had a bite and the garlic was just so sweet. The service was awesome. Our waters were constantly filled and so were our beverages. I also enjoyed that they gave me a black napkin when wearing a blue dress. Some places don't have this option and then you end up with lint all over you. I am not sure if this is normal but Ruth Chris has a special going on. For $40 you can get a soup or salad, a meat of your choice, a side to your liking, and a chocolate cake dessert. This is a great option for those that want to try a little of everything. Luckily they allow you to upgrade to different choices if you don't like their offerings. Fortunately if you have never been there everything on the menu is great. The French Onion soup is to die for! The amount of sherry in the soup is awesome and it gives it that rich depth that you look for in such a basic soup. Lastly, I love the option of upgrading your dessert. They call it a chocolate souffle cake, but better known has a yummy cupcake with a scoop of vanilla is what you get with your $40 meal. For $3 you can upgrade to a huge cheesecake, apple pie deliciousness, or some silky creme brulee! Honestly Ruth Chris got 5 stars because of the taste of their steaks, if you want the entire ambiance and presentation of a steakhouse then stick with Morton's.
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Jackie T.
I didn't know this place was a chain. I might have gone in more skeptical. That said, my first meal (birthday dinner) was incredible. I can still remember all the flavors, years later. I went with a strip steak and mashed potatoes for dinner and the creme brulee for dessert. That was the true surprise - I didn't expect dessert to be such a home run in a steak joint. Definitely one of the best brulees in town! Perfect crust and creamy vanilla center. Service was impeccable, as expected for the pricepoint. I prefer Ruth's to Capital Grille, Morton's or Cameron's. I'll definitely return.
(5)
Matt W.
It's a steakhouse for rich people. Of course it's good. Of course it's expensive. It's a steakhouse for rich people!
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lauren p.
We recently ate here and we really enjoyed our visit. I am a vegan and was surprised to see that they do offer a vegan plate which consists of 3 veggies/potato side dishes. The staff was extremely polite and very accomidating. I wasnt overly impressed with the building or decor, it was somewhat dated. If you are looking a modern trendy restaurant, this is not the place for you. RC is much more classic.
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Denmark S.
I love a good steak. And, this place is the best of the major steak chains. The food was great and the portions were large. Oh yeah the place is expensive, but you gotta spoil yourself every now and again. I highly recommend this place.
(5)
Jean H.
We recently had dinner here with friends. We hadn't been there in a while and were seated in the bar area. Although noisy at first it became a delightful place to eat dinner after the crowds were seated. Our waitress Maureen was amazing with great advice. She really knows and loves the menu (and food!). We had the beef Carpaccio ... If you try nothing else get this! Incredible presentation, heavenly flavors accompanied by dressed greens, capers and onions. It was the best thing we've ever had here. We had lamb chops and the cowboy ribeye.. both were overcooked for med rare, but not to the point of having to send them back The special veg was Roasted Brussels sprouts and they were okay but overpowered by bacon. Lyonnaise potatoes were good the mushrooms were particularly flavorful; better than we expected. For dessert, the bread pudding was great according to my guests. We ended it with port wine and a smile. A great experience!
(4)
Jason B.
This was my first visit to Ruth's Chris. While the steak was excellent, the side dishes and salad were uninspired. Our server was attentive and knew the menu from front to back but seemed a bit rushed through her delivery. Ambiance of the front of the house is certainly nicer than the corporate dining room setting in back. I was surprised to be seated in a booth that had a tear in the seating surface, that has to be an easy fix no?
(3)
M V.
Wow. That is all I can really say. We have been to a few nice steak houses in the area and this place has the most delicious steak around. When first dining here, I was a little taken back by the prices (considering it is a chain), but that soon went away with the first bite. I always go for the rib-eye and the girlfriend gets the fillet. Both are simply amazing and very filling. Be prepared to spend over $100 easy for two people though. Great for a special occasion or to splurge.
(5)
Lisa S.
I love this place! If you want the best steak you've ever tasted you must try the filet here!!!! Everything is ala carte, and a bit on the pricey side but well worth the money!!! Service has always been outstanding and like I said best steak ever! It is hot til the very last bite, but be careful on your first or you'll burn your mouth. I have had the lobtster tail here in the past I recommend you stick with the steak, it was a bit tough and dry. Highly recommend this place for beef lovers! Selection of wine was also good and if you don't know wine they are very helpful. This has become our special dinner out favorite! Birthdays, anniversary, end of a tough week, lol. Love it!!!
(5)
Marco B.
Great place, great service and the best steaks in town.
(5)
Joe T.
I haven't been here in a long time. I am not a wealthy man, but if I were I'd probably come here a lot. They really know how to handle your meat. Hey-yo! My Grandma thought the server we had there looked like Carry Grant. I'm not all that familiar with his work, but the waiter was very nice. I've always wondered about the name. I think its like when you have two friends named Paul, and one of them you know because he's Becky's best friend from high school, and the other one plays on Mike's hockey team. Like: "I saw Paul at the movies. We both saw Diary of a Wimpy Kid." "So the material was pretty familiar to you? Wait do you mean BECKY's PAUL or MIKE'S PAUL?" "Eff off and I mean BECKY's PAUL." I think that's how they mean it. Great steaks either way.
(5)
Andrea C.
Sizzling plates, excellent service, all for a price - what you expect to pay at a place like this. They have raised the bar for other steak houses that think they have this kind of class. My friend and I enjoyed spoiling ourselves with dinner here, both of us enjoying the Filet and Shrimp cooked medium with a side of mushrooms and sharing a side of potatoes. (Sharing with 2-3 people is still enough for a hearty serving). I have a gluten allergy and was thrilled they had a menu with gluten free recommendations, and were willing to make mild modifications to menu items so that I too could enjoy. They were so sensitive to the allergy, the took it upon themselves to let me know my salad would be mixed in a separate bowl to ensure no cross-contamination. The "Sin" chocolate cake for dessert was AMAZING. This was my first visit to this steak house, walked right in - no reservation needed. (Weeknight around 530-600). Clearly pricey, but the service and quality food is worth it once in awhile.
(5)
Andrew S.
Took my special lady to eat here to celebrate us getting into university together. I loved my steak and the exotic mushroom side(and i'm picky about mushrooms). Everything we ordered was delicious and of course the service was amazing as always for fancy places like this. Expensive but you get a perfect steak and experience.
(5)
Lizzy N.
Great steak! Ruth's Chris is known for their steak and rightfully so. I loved their steak and had an appetizer, salad, and dessert that were excellent as well. The service was great and busy of course on Valentine's Day but we were never neglected. I'd eat here again.
(4)
Sheri H.
I have been here a few times and have only ever had one small critique. Did not care for the asparagus with hollandaise. Asparagus was a bit overcooked and lacked in seasoning. Overall however, this place is fantastic. The service is bar none and I have yet to find any like it anywhere. The ribeye-which is the only steak I ever order and by far my favorite-is always cooked to perfection and perfectly seasoned. I will never forget the first bite the first time I went. I literally put down my utensils, sat back and just chewed. Was just amazing! Absolutely delicious!!! Great side dish selection. The onion rings were fantastic. The creamed spinach is pretty good-mine is better-but still good. The potato dishes are well made and well seasoned. I'm always too full by the end of the meal to really bother with dessert, but the couple of times I have ordered them they have been tasty. Would definitely go there more often if it weren't so pricey. But, you get what you pay for and so I will have to wait for the next special occasion. Must try for sure!
(5)
Renee P.
I live by Ruth's Chris.. Which means I live by Fleming's, Cameron's, Big Rock.. The Capital Grill, Mortons.. and I am a HUGE carnivore.. have been to them all- The only place I want to go is Ruth's Chris. I like the atmosphere (you can wear GOOD jeans and a decent shirt) and yes, I even take my VERY well behaved 9 and 5 year old here.. early dinner though- I do respect the 7:00 and later crowd :-) This is the ONLY place that gets the steaks PERFECTLY right and not a bunch of butter or other stuff... (don't get me started on Flemings.. can't even taste the steak through the butter and seasoning and the NAME Fleming kinda bothers me now that I think of it!!) As with most places.. I will never go here on Valentines day or any other day that they would be very busy- I did have a long wait about 2 years ago - about an hour with a reservation on Valentines day and we were rushed ...were asked like "You don't want dessert, right" - they seemed to have a very full lobby of people waiting for a table and the guilt of seeing all of those people waiting after we waited for an hour... - Just don't go on a busy day!! (Or if you do.. go EARLY!!) Yes, a glass of wine does cost $11.. it does everywhere out here.. you should see out taxes!!!!!!!!!!
(5)
Chris C.
Service was slow for the amount of staff they have. Paul forgot to bring me my refill of Coke and he glared at me when I asked for hot tea, like I was from another planet. The one in San Francisco was a little better in regards to Service. The lobster bisque was TOO salty. Not sure if I want to come back.
(2)
Brian B.
Why would anybody in there right mind consider this restaurant. Maybe if you had a Groupon and you wanted to take your 90yr old mother-in-law that you had no fondness for. The food was below average. It I am going to a "fancy" restaurant I expect to have something equal to what I can make at home if not hopefully better. The atmosphere reminded me of a catering hall that was designed by someone that loved the color beige. The bus boys hovered around like mosquitoes over a moss pond (there is a line between attentive and overkill). The waiter that served us did his job and just that. I was shocked they would allow his to serve people with his shirt mushrooming out of his pants and his sleeves rolled up like he was going to make the meal himself. We started with the steak house salad which was a handful of arugula salad that someone did not wash before they served it (or maybe it was dropped on the floor first) with boxed croutons from Costco- Nothing like was on the menu. They served my filet and lobster on a dish that was still cooking my meal while in front of me (third degree burns it touched). The cut of filet seemed more like a foot than a filet. The sides were canned mushrooms undercooked with melted butter and whipped butter to be made to look like garlic mashed potatoes. This mess of a restaurant does not deserve the one star I am going to give but it is the lowest allowed.
(1)
Brian M.
What can I say-great staff-excellent menu and fantastic atmosphere.
(5)
Sari G.
My favorite steak place in Michigan. It's expensive but so worth it.
(5)
Susan W.
We had dinner last week at Ruth's Chris and were delighted. We left The Whitney in Detroit after 30 minutes of being completely ignored by the wait staff. All dressed up with nowhere to go, we opted for Ruth's Chris and were treated like royalty. Our waitress, Alesse, and all of the staff were absolutely attentive and helpful. The food was excellent. We had the calamari appetizer, filet of beef, and the mashed potatoes. Everything was wonderful; love those seared steakhouse steaks! They completely salvaged our evening.
(5)
Whitney N.
Everything was perfect. My husband and I went for the first time for our anniversary last night. We ordered off the 'Ruth's Classics' selection, where you get an individual starter, entree, side, and desert for $40 or $50 dollars per person. I ordered the harvest salad, sirloin filet with shrimp, and the butternut squash. The salad was excellent, the filet melted in my mouth, and the squash was a great seasonal side. My husband had the chophouse salad, the Ribeye, and the garlic mashed potatoes. He had nothing but praise for his meal too! Not only did everything taste superb, but it also was presented beautifully. For us, it was an expensive treat, but it was absolutely the best meal we have EVER had. Bar none!
(5)
Angela H.
Excellent food and superb service! The courses were each delicious and the service was fluid. We were not rushed and enjoyed a wonderful evening! This is a spectacular place to celebrate an anniversary, or simply enjoy an amazing dinner.
(5)
Matthew A.
The service was attentive but a bit more familiar than I would prefer for that kind of restaurant. We each got the petite filet shrimp meal. The harvest salad was good, corn chowder was ok and the sides were not up to par when compared to the other steak houses in the area. My filet was too fatty, which is uncommon for filet. Their niche is to serve the steak on a hot plate with melted butter. I would much rather prefer a more properly seasoned steak. The sides were very disappointing and the bread is downright pathetic for this price range. The dessert was alright but nothing to write home about. This restaurant is really not as bad as I am making it out to be, but with so many better options in the surrounding area, why would you want to go here?
(2)
Brian B.
Why would anybody in there right mind consider this restaurant. Maybe if you had a Groupon and you wanted to take your 90yr old mother-in-law that you had no fondness for. The food was below average. It I am going to a "fancy" restaurant I expect to have something equal to what I can make at home if not hopefully better. The atmosphere reminded me of a catering hall that was designed by someone that loved the color beige. The bus boys hovered around like mosquitoes over a moss pond (there is a line between attentive and overkill). The waiter that served us did his job and just that. I was shocked they would allow his to serve people with his shirt mushrooming out of his pants and his sleeves rolled up like he was going to make the meal himself. We started with the steak house salad which was a handful of arugula salad that someone did not wash before they served it (or maybe it was dropped on the floor first) with boxed croutons from Costco- Nothing like was on the menu. They served my filet and lobster on a dish that was still cooking my meal while in front of me (third degree burns it touched). The cut of filet seemed more like a foot than a filet. The sides were canned mushrooms undercooked with melted butter and whipped butter to be made to look like garlic mashed potatoes. This mess of a restaurant does not deserve the one star I am going to give but it is the lowest allowed.
(1)
Brian M.
What can I say-great staff-excellent menu and fantastic atmosphere.
(5)
Sari G.
My favorite steak place in Michigan. It's expensive but so worth it.
(5)
Susan W.
We had dinner last week at Ruth's Chris and were delighted. We left The Whitney in Detroit after 30 minutes of being completely ignored by the wait staff. All dressed up with nowhere to go, we opted for Ruth's Chris and were treated like royalty. Our waitress, Alesse, and all of the staff were absolutely attentive and helpful. The food was excellent. We had the calamari appetizer, filet of beef, and the mashed potatoes. Everything was wonderful; love those seared steakhouse steaks! They completely salvaged our evening.
(5)
Whitney N.
Everything was perfect. My husband and I went for the first time for our anniversary last night. We ordered off the 'Ruth's Classics' selection, where you get an individual starter, entree, side, and desert for $40 or $50 dollars per person. I ordered the harvest salad, sirloin filet with shrimp, and the butternut squash. The salad was excellent, the filet melted in my mouth, and the squash was a great seasonal side. My husband had the chophouse salad, the Ribeye, and the garlic mashed potatoes. He had nothing but praise for his meal too! Not only did everything taste superb, but it also was presented beautifully. For us, it was an expensive treat, but it was absolutely the best meal we have EVER had. Bar none!
(5)
Angela H.
Excellent food and superb service! The courses were each delicious and the service was fluid. We were not rushed and enjoyed a wonderful evening! This is a spectacular place to celebrate an anniversary, or simply enjoy an amazing dinner.
(5)
Matthew A.
The service was attentive but a bit more familiar than I would prefer for that kind of restaurant. We each got the petite filet shrimp meal. The harvest salad was good, corn chowder was ok and the sides were not up to par when compared to the other steak houses in the area. My filet was too fatty, which is uncommon for filet. Their niche is to serve the steak on a hot plate with melted butter. I would much rather prefer a more properly seasoned steak. The sides were very disappointing and the bread is downright pathetic for this price range. The dessert was alright but nothing to write home about. This restaurant is really not as bad as I am making it out to be, but with so many better options in the surrounding area, why would you want to go here?
(2)
Jason R.
After dining at Fleming's last week, I can make comparative review of each (I've been to other popular chain [and if you know me at all, how I prefer "not" to do chains - ugh], Morton's a few times) steakhouse. As for the service, it's a step up from the latter, and the "meat" (I had the Porterhouse for two [not by myself, thank you very much]), was succulent & tender with an actual "meat taste". Sounds odd, I know, but once you've had the real thing, you'll notice the difference from that point on. Sometimes with steaks, a sauce or overpowering seasoning will and can take away from the full flavor of the meat. It should be enhanced, ever so delicately, especially well done here with a 500 degree salt & butter plate the steak is be eaten off from, a nice touch I will say. I'll try that at home. I do recommend ordering the Porterhouse medium, rather than rare, because the hot plate doesn't remain hot for long to cook through the almost 2 inch cut. I swear I felt like early caveman during points of my meal. One important note in regards to the a la carte sides: if you like sweet potato, order the casserole. The other alternatives were "eh." I definitely prefer the creamed spinach at Fleming's more.
(3)
Atom G.
Could be the Best steak house in town. Expensive but worth it if you want the steakhouse experience. Aside from this being a good franchise this is the better Ruth Chris I have visited. Nothing fancy here just Meat and Potatoes. Get the biggest steak on the menu.
(5)
Donald P.
This is one of my favorite restaurants. I like the cleanliness, the ambiance and the friendliness of the staff. Most importantly, I enjoy the food. The food (especially the steaks) have great flavor and prepared just as you like it. The way I feel about this restaurant has apparently rubbed off on my daughter. She constantly ask her fiance to take her there. Lol!
(4)
Dale A.
I had the perfect medium rare steak. They weren't kidding your steak stays hot from the first bite to the last. Perfect place for a date night, If you don't mind spending the extra money.
(5)
Troy B.
Steak was ok not as good as I thought it would of been from a steakhouse of this caliber. The drinks saved it for me! Great specialized mixed drinks!
(4)
Elizabeth T.
Service is perfection and only adds to an incredible meal. It's hard to go wrong with anything you order.
(5)
marisa s.
ruth chris - or is it ruth's chris, goddamit that's really an odd name. it's always been a great steakhouse to go to in the suburban D, and the steaks grilled or should i say doused in butter, make it even better, wouldn't you say, Fabio? i like butter a lot, but my love of butter can't allow me to give the RC a 4 or 5 star - because the service we had (pre-christmas time) was so damn creepy, it gives me the heebee geebees digging the story back up again. the waitress started off with the - "have you ever diner with us before?" well yes, but not with you (you, weird - ok, we'll get to that soon). it all starts out fine ordering drinks, etc. then it comes time to order the apps and she's literally trying to sell us every app (there were only 4 of us) - like a mary kay lady trying to sell you 3 kinds of foundation, we just didn't need all of those apps and quit hawking them like you need that extra $15.95 to get your next prescription! (well maybe, who knows what kind of meds she needed?) so we get our apps, she keeps asking one guy if he needs another beer - when he says no, she starts rattling off the brew list. ok lady, get your micromachine spiel outta here and just take our dinner order. so we order our dinner and she's trying so hard to push more ala carte sides on us like a gap cashier trying to get you to sign up for a gap card to get 20% off now, whoa 20% off, someone call the cops because i feel like i just stole something that deal is good. after muzzling our frustration and mumbling what we really thought, she finally walked away feeling weird that all we wanted was our dinner and "a few" sides. in the meantime, there is some odd 20-person prom/holiday dinner going on behind us. a professional photographer is taking pictures of the group in their sundays best, long gloves, bow ties and all. back to the creepiness - so the manager, who looks like dr. doom from 'who framed roger rabbit" walks over to our table (maybe sensing our awkwardness with our cracked out waitress) and asks "how is everything tonight?" he says it in the most deep, dark and depressing voice - i almost thought he said "are you ready to die?" he stared for a bit at us, we said "great, thanks," and he kept staring and then walked away - i swear, he was so tall, he cast a shadow on us and when he left, it was light again. so i have to fast forward to dessert - we decide we don't want any and she still tries to push it on us ("lay off me, i'm not starving!" - the gap girls reverse quote). she proceeds to try and push coffee on us and then when we say no AGAIN, she asks if we want to take it to go... yea i'll take the coffee to go or maybe just go to starbucks you freak! she was freaking us out to the fullest, so we had to just jet outta there after we paid, thanks weirdo!
(3)
Violet S.
I really enjoyed this place. We sat in a very cozy booth that seemed private. My friend had a steak and wanted a certain sauce that they used in another state's Ruth's Chris. The waiter said they didn't serve that but did ask the chef to make it for him which was nice. The fish I had was excellent. We had the potatoes and spinach which were delicious. Our martinis were great (had a chocolate type martini). Amazing food, professional wait service, romantic atmosphere! What more could you ask for? Recommend this place.
(5)
Hanna S.
Better than Cameron's, not good as Capital grill.
(4)
Tony S.
Have you ever tried to get someone to try something new they've never had before (like filet mignon) and they refuse because they tell you they won't like it, but then because of some circumstance where someone else bought them a filet for free then all of a sudden they come to you like they discovered something new never before heard of? Yeah, I hate that. Well, my friend "discovered" Filet Mignon at Ruth Chris and gave me a $25 dollar gift card for my birthday so I could try too. 4 years later I decided to cash it in on my girlfriends birthday, here is what transpired: I called ahead to get a reservation and let them know it was my girls b-day. We got seated and from then on we were treated like King and Queen. Never before had I such service wisk and work like we were the most important thing on the planet. Right off the bat from left field a waiter comes flying in with a silver platter with an open bottle of $9 Pelligrino water steaming like Champagne that was just popped. "Care for some water??" the waiter asks. Before I could ask if we had to pay for this and could we have tap water, I see my birthday girl start in slow motion to say "sure" Me: oh my gosh. "How much is that?" Waiter, "$9 dollars" We got suckered. Now, all the other people in this place look like they finished up a round of golf with their buddies and they all had tap water. Ok. Rib-eye for me ($35), Petite filet for the petite lady. I made a mistake, don't get separate side dishes if there are 2 people. For instance, I got 2 orders of Au Gratin potatoes. This is enough for 5 people, seriously. The golf buddies shared like one of these between 4 people. I didn't notice until now, the waitress warned me but I was in la la land at the time enjoying my sparkling water. I ordered the Rib-eye medium, she ordered her filet well done. Doh!!? A Petite filet is already small, have you ever seen a Filet Mignon cooked well done? Anyways, she loved it. I think she never had better. I on the other hand 5 bites in was wondering when the WOW was going to happen. It was barely marbled, it was more like a sirloin but without the flavor. Salt helped slightly. The manager came around to ask how things were and I hadn't made up my mind yet. I think I stammered for a few seconds too long, I was almost going to complain about my cut of meat but I kept my mouth shut because i didn't want this birthday to be about me. I've had better. Maybe I should have gotten it medium rare? Maybe the chef thought we were idiots for ordering filet well done and decided I didn't deserve a good cut, or wouldn't notice? Whatever. Ma lady didn't want to appear stupid (or poor, which we almost are at this point) confidently said "yes" to more wine, without realizing it was going to cost $11 more for me. Just to let you know, I'm not cheap, I'm just not rich and for peat sake help me out a bit! Ok. When the absolutely the best waitress I've ever had in my life came around to offer the complimentary birthday cake my girlfriend said she was full and no she did not want the cake... What?! The waitress then said that she could give us a rain check on the cake. "Oh no, that's all right." ,she said. "Go ahead take the rain check", I insisted. We took the rain check. I think another instance of trying to look like we do this everyday in my opinion makes us look like we definitely don't do this everyday. I have to say it's better to be a noob than to try and pretend like we spend over $100 every weekend on dinner because when you pretend you just end up looking like a fool. $127 w/ tip (after gift card) 5 star service 1 star to the chef who thinks we're stupid so he could save the better Rib-eye for someone else, also for the bottled water trick. At least send an unopened bottle. That evens out to 3 stars. Oh, by the way I thought my date took the Potatoes in when I dropped her off at home but I discovered them in my back seat a week later (this was in the summer) PS- this was 2 years ago and I love my girlfriend.
(3)
RAY S.
Had dinner here last night for the first time. I usually go to Morton's but decided to give Ruth's a try. I really enjoyed everything about it. I had the perfectly broiled medium rare cowboy ribeye with the lyonnaise potato and asparagus. The temperature of the ribeye was just right and for once was not under done. The lyonnaise potato with sauteed onions was quite tasty, and interesting because the onions didn't overpower the potato as I expected. The asparagus wasn't too tender and the creamy hollandaise sauce accented the asparagus perfectly. Usually I find most restaurants' attempts at hollandaise turn out runny, watery and bland, but Ruth's was actually thick and creamy. The service was surprisingly expedient considering it was really busy. I definitely recommend Ruth's if your looking for quality steak and exceptional sides. It's not extremely expensive but it is a little pricey so plan on spending some duckets. I should have tried the creme brulee... oh well there's always next time because I'm definitely going back.
(4)
C M.
Rave reviews for 2 recent Happy Hour visits to Ruth's Chris Steak House. Service was top notch and everything we tried from the Happy Hour menu was excellent! You can order from the regular menu in the large, intimate cocktail lounge and many neighboring tables did, but we have been perfectly happy with the ahi, lobster, crab cake sandwich (with outstanding zucchini fries) and mushroom-tenderloin salad ordered off the Happy Hour menu (until 6:30). We celebrated a 60th birthday and our wonderful server had the chef write Happy Birthday on the plate of our chosen dessert - Chocolate Sin Cake! We also loved - loved!!! - their deep dish apple pie. Wow! Next time we plan to try the steak sandwich - seems like it is a big hit among diners from the number of them we saw served throughout the lounge during our "dinner" last time. If you love the cherries in a sweet Manhattan, you must try Ruth's with Luxardo cherries! And their Happy Hour gin and tonic is spiced with ginger - so very tasty. An excellent meal at a very reasonable price!
(5)
Chris F.
Best steak I have ever had in my life! Great service. This a classy place to go for an anniversary or to celebrate something special. Price is a little high but it's what you would expect to pay for a nice dinner. Never had a bad meal here, one time we did get a gazpacho soup without knowing what it was, after returning to our table the waitress could tell we were not eating it so she replaced it with a different soup for me and my wife!
(5)
David R.
Been to several Ruth Chris, and this one was a big disappointment. Ordered the porter house for two medium, our usual and got a well done one that had a lot of fat, not what we were expecting. Not worth $87.00. After talking to the manager, it was removed from our bill. They offered to make us another one, but the truth was it would not have mattered.
(1)
Ben R.
Food was great, service started out good until large party came in and we were forgotten.....not sure we would go back to this location.
(3)
James S.
Just moved back home from Dallas where I frequented Ruth Chris on Dallas north tollway. I was very pleased to find that there was a Ruth Chris here. I was not disappointed great steaks great food great service I will absolutely be back I am a lifetime customer.
(4)
Kristopher S.
I wish there were an option for two and a half. This place is overrated, and criminally overpriced. To have "US Prime" in their logo, yet use USDA Choice for their Filet is false advertising, and seeing that I can go to Lelli's or Andiamo and get a PRIME Filet for the same price(with a Salad, Pasta, Soup, etc.), it makes Ruth's Chris an absolute rip-off. For 35-40 bucks, all you get is the steak. No salad, no side....just a steak. And if you want a Prime Filet, like myself, you're going to be disappointed. For those that don't know the difference, Prime is a much higher quality cut of meat than Choice. Prime melts in the mouth, while Choice is a tad chewier. The only thing that I felt justified in paying for were the PHENOMENAL sweet potatoes. The steak is highway robbery, for a low quality cut. Go to Lelli's or Andiamo's (or any place that serves Prime beef) for steak. Service was good, and I give it about two and a half stars.
(2)
Anthony B.
I've been here a few times, always had the filet, and never had one better than theirs. For those who don;t like their steaks here never had a filet, all the complaints are for other steaks. If you go here get a filet. Also, order any side dish with cheese, don't order anything else, it is enough for 2 people. The happy hour menu is great too, the $7 burger and fries is better and cheaper than champps. Frank in the bar is great and takes good care of all his customers.
(5)
Melissa J.
the happy hour special here is great. i have the tenderloin skewers and they were delicious. I have never had dinner here...yet but it is definitely on my radar now.
(4)
Chris M.
Good steak and I don't ever usually eat steak but I could eat steak here anytime. Good vibe and atmosphere. Although the salad got my wife's stomach a lil upset
(3)
Paul D.
Cleanliness...5 Food...5 Service...5 Price...1 Meal, Service was 100%...The place was spotless but the pricing was out of this world HIGH...
(4)
Carlos S.
Ruth's Chris is one of my girlfriend's and mine go to staples. We love going out to try new places, but sometimes as you all know it's a bit of a gamble. If it's too new, a lot of times the kinks haven't worked out. If it's an old neighborhood joint, sometimes we feel alienated. We are both in the service industry ourselves, so we are a little more critical than most when it comes to going out to eat, and the fact that we go to this place on a somewhat regular basis speaks tons. The main reason why we do love this Ruth's Chris is consistency. We had a great experience the first time around, and have not been disappointed since. Being that it's a chain restaurant is really the only reason why I didn't give it a full five stars, the servers are a little pushy sometimes, but again, this is also what I do for a living so I am a little more sensitive to "suggestive selling", and I hate being sold to. Some other high end steak houses may have "fancier" steaks, preparations, sides, cooking techniques, wine lists, etcetera, but Ruth's Chris has a nice balance, and most importantly, consistency.
(4)
Torrie M.
"You've got to try Ruth Chris," "OMG, Ruth Chris is so good," and "He proposed at Ruth Chris!" were just a few comments that preceded my visit to Ruth Chris Steak House. What better time, than Troy Restaurant Week to finally try it out. I started things off with a pomengranite martini. It tasted fantastic, and the sugar rim was delectible. Next, I ordered the Lobster Bisque, my mom had the Michigan Salad and my dad tried a Caesar Salad to start out. Everything was really good. My soup not as thick as I would have liked but that did not stop me from cleaning my bowl (as well as the yummy lobster chunks). My dad's Caesar was so fresh, and he said it was the best caesar salad he's ever had! My mom loved her Michigan salad, complete with nuts and berries. Our plates were clean in no time. For my entree, I ordered the 6 oz filet and shrimp along with mashed potatoes. DELISH! The steak was cooked to perfection and the shrimp were seasoned so well in a fantastic lemon butter sauce. My dad ordered the 12 oz filet and only left behind a bone :) For dessert, my parents had the key lime pie, which came in an adorable pie tart with key lime filling, whipped cream, and a lime. I had the Chocolate Pots de Creme, which was lite chocalate custard with whipped cream and berries. Needless to say by the end of the night we were stuffed!! I can't wait to go back and try some of the other fantastic entrees and desserts. Ruth Chris was all that I had heard, and more!
(5)
Jac P.
Great steak, atmosphere, and wine! Service was awesome too! :)
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Rick M.
This is a great cheap little diner, perfect for quick lunches and ...wait wrong review. This a great expensive steakhouse, perfect for special occasions when a perfectly cooked chunk of meat is required. The filet was amazing. One of the best steaks I ever had. My wife's chicken (I know right, but she just doesn't like steak) was super good too. The salad was not bad but the Lobster bisque was quite delish. Both the mashed potatoes and broccoli were very vey good. The mashed were the super creamy variety. The bread was ok, nothing special. The dessert (chocolate sin cake) was pretty good but that's really not my thing anyway. The beer menu wasn't great but if your a fan of the vino the wine menu was redonk! Again though nothing cheap. In fact I don't think you can get a glass of cab for less than $9.50. The place itself was pretty meh in terms of decor and style. There is a private lot and available valet parking. I would def go back and get more steak here but it's not someplace I would go very often just because of the price. We went for restaurant week and still dropped over $100 and I only had one drink.
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Rick D.
My girlfriend, mother and I dined at the Troy, Michigan Ruth's Chris at 630PM on a Sunday. Reservations were made via yelp and were absolutely trouble free. I would say that the decor of the dining room was seriously dated, if it had any real decor at all. I was transported back to the many dinners I've had to suffer through at a convention, where the conference room is turned into a makeshift dining room by the addition of tables and dimmed lighting. And it was LOUD. We were seated next to what seemed like a birthday party of about 20 people. The concepts of fine dining and fine parenting had apparently escaped this bunch, as the children were allowed to chase each other about and hammer on their plates with their silverware. Their dress and manner would have attracted management attention at Chuck E Cheese. On the bright side, the group did provide me with an opportunity to window shop if I ever decide to spring for a neck tattoo in loving memory of some local hoodlum. For an appetizer, we shared the spicy lobster tempura. Very nice, with just enough spice not to overwhelm the subtleties of the lobster. We each greatly enjoyed the Harvest Salad. Nicely balanced flavor and textural elements, all dressed as perfectly as a salad can be. I could swear they painted the balsamic dressing on each leaf by hand. The sides of creamed spinach and asparagus with hollandaise were solid. The steaks were crap. The bone-in ribeyes that my girlfriend and I ordered medium-rare were both medium-well. I had the temerity to send mine back. A new one was produced, this time presented by the tuxedo-clad manager. (Was he expecting the rat pack to drop in?) This steak was indeed medium-rare, but not at all seasoned, and had little to no marbling. Prime? I hardly think so. In the restaurant's favor, they did comp the one steak, since it had interrupted the rhythm of the meal. I am a big fan of Ruth's Chris. Just not this particular Ruth's Chris.
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John W.
Wasn't impressed with the service. I felt like the waiter would be more suited for Chilis than a high end steak house. No explanation of the menu or anything. Food was OK nothing spectacular for the price. Plus the Valet jumped all over us for not using them and parking ourselves. Not a way to "greet the customer". Won't be back.
(1)
N W.
We dined here recently for Thanksgiving dinner. The food was good (not great) just good. Spectularly overpriced for what we received - 3 small thinly sliced turkey pieces, and a choice of 2 (small) sides and maybe a tablespoon of cranberries. All this was served on a small plate, piled on top of each other (turkey and stuffing with a dollop of gravy). It was lukewarm when we received it. Service was just ok and am not sure if it was due to the fact that our waitress had to work that day or what, however I was not impressed at all with service. On top of that, the server at the table next to us piled up the dishes so high on the side table, that they toppled over in a noisy mess on the floor next to us. Ugh! Was not impressed at all (and have been here twice before with likewise type of service). Will definitely not be back and will not recommend this place.
(3)
S W.
Excellent steakhouse that does an amazing filet. We had 3 filets at our table all that were done to perfection. The spinach and mashed potatoes were excellent sides. The wine list is both extensive and impressive. The only thing preventing a 5 star rating is the restaurant is a bit noisy and not every seating area offers a personal feel.
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Rachel K.
I went to Ruth Chris last night as a first-timer. I've always wanted to go there but had no real reason (other than to eat a great steak), but with Troy Restaurant Week going on this week and all the restaurants participating offering "special" prices, I decided to make reservations. Ruth Chris normally has a dinner special, at $49~ per person, that offers a salad, entree, and dessert, but during restaurant week, it was $30 per person. Not a bad deal, getting a $60 dinner for two, that would normally have been $100. I ordered the 12 oz NY Strip Steak and my boyfriend had the filet and shrimp. Both were DELICIOUS. Plate comes out smoking hot and there's melted butter to make the steak even more delicious. I also had the Michigan Salad, with blue cheese, cranberries, apples, and pecans, which was also a home run. Side dishes included mashed potatoes and a sweet potato casserole with candied pecans on top. Dessert was chocolate mousse and a carrot cake. I'd go to Ruth Chris again in a second. It was a little bit weird how much attention each server paid to us, from the hostess to the person that pours the water to the guy who brings the bread to the manager who asks how your meal is. I felt like a little kid in a big person's world. But I also eat mostly at Taco Hut, so... This is the perfect place to go when your work is paying for the meal, your parents are paying for the meal, or a potential ex boyfriend is paying for the meal.
(4)
Sandra M.
My friend took me to this place for dinner and was nothing like Capital Grill, pricey but not worth it, service ok nothing amazing. Not coming back.
(2)
Jennifer H.
This was the third steak house in the local trifecta of famous steak houses that we've wanted to try since we moved here: The Capital Grille (which we tried last year), Morton's Steakhouse (which we tried last week), and now Ruth's Chris. To give a tiny bit of background, we didn't have a babysitter, so we had to decide if our desire to try Ruth's Chris during [the cheaper] Restaurant Week outweighed our desire to not be THOSE parents (even though we were 98% sure our almost-14-month-old toddler would be just fine). I even took an informal Facebook poll of my friends, and 1/3 said NO DON'T TAKE HIM and 2/3 said YES OF COURSE TAKE HIM, so taking those results into consideration, we decided to try it. And he was the perfect little quiet smiling happy giggling toddler. The whole time. Everyone who walked by smiled at him and/or had to stop and say hi to him/us and/or tell us how good he was or how cute he was. Our waitress loved him ("a grandma of five" she told us). We did get desserts to go, though, because he was starting to get a little fussy, but we probably could have stayed. I'm really glad we went. (And I didn't see a stink eye from anyone!) So, onto our experience and my rating. How did it fare within the trifecta? I'd say better than Morton's but not as good as Capital Grille. (Although I joked to hubby that we really SHOULD try Capital Grille again since it was over a year ago that we were there! I mean, for honest-to-goodness comparison's sake.) /evil grin/ The valet parking was on par with the other restaurants. Surprisingly (or, not surprisingly), we didn't receive ANY stink eyes from anyone when we entered and gave our names, which impressed me since before I had kids, I would have given the stink eye to someone bringing in a small child to a fancy restaurant. We were seated within minutes and were graciously redirected to a more out-of-the-way table at my request (just so the high chair wouldn't be in the way of servers). The restaurant was fairly empty when we were seated a bit before 5:30, but it gradually filled up, although by the time we left around 6:30 it still wasn't full. We could tell a lot of the diners were also there for the Restaurant Week specials. The atmosphere didn't have as much of an "old boy's club" feel as The Capital Grille and Morton's did...it seemed a bit more contemporary. Our waitress was great, and made us feel at ease for bringing a toddler. Although he was being good, we didn't want to chance it, so quickly placed our order, starting with the calamari appetizer that wasn't included in the special three-course meal. But wow, was it worth it. It was really very good, with a nice percentage of tentacles if you like that part (which we do). And you have to love the wrapped lemon so you don't get seeds when you squeeze. My medium-rare filet and hubby's rare ribeye were cooked to perfection, and I looooooved the melted butter over the top, although the steaks were so hot that by the time it got to the table, it had melted completely. The steaks were nicely seasoned, with just salt and pepper, and were brought on sizzling 500 degree plates (which we learned were washed and kept in the oven). The plates were still so hot that you could actually cook your rare meat just a little by holding it against the plate! My side of sweet potato casserole was amazingly good--not overly sweet but sweet enough that it tasted like dessert (always a plus in my book). Hubby had the broccoli, which looked great (although I didn't try it), and the portion sizes of both were what a typical side should be--not a "family style" portion--so that I didn't feel stuffed to the gills when finishing the dish. Our waters were kept filled lightning-quick, which in my book is worth one star alone! And our waitress didn't bat an eye when we asked for more whole milk for our son, who had drained his entire sippy cup. The entire staff was warm and welcoming, and more than a few came over to our table to say hi to our son (who was behaving wonderfully)--or at the very least smile and/or wave to him as they walked by. We got our desserts to go, and our bill was brought quickly. As I should have expected from similar treatment at the other steak houses, our waitress also took our valet ticket so our car would be ready...but I am still not used to it so it always comes as a nice surprise. Overall it was a wonderful experience, and we are VERY glad we decided to tempt fate and bring the kidlet. The service was outstanding from entrance to exit, the food was impressive (and I have yet to even try the dessert!), and the ambiance was distinguished but casual. There was nothing--not even one microscopic reason--to knock off a star. And we can't wait to go back. P.S. I just realized I forgot to mention the bread (warm and yummy with butter) or our soups (hubby's seafood gumbo and my crab and corn chowder) which were all delicious as well. :)
(5)
Christina G.
Excellent service, staff and food every time. We have not had a bad meal at this location. Exceptional service from Ann Marie and Christine. They are our favorite servers. The filet and lobster tail is my favorite. My husband loves the ribeye. Scalloped potatoes, spinach and chop salad are typical sides for us. New crab stack appetizer is fabulous!! Light and refreshing. Happy hour menu is our next stop .... To be continued
(5)
Johnny K.
I am a steak guy. I have eaten at every steakhouse you can think of in metro-Detroit, Chicago, Las Vegas, and Miami. I am very picky when it comes to judging a steakhouse because to be honest, they are the best and deserve the most love AND criticism. Ruth's Chris is hands-down the greatest steakhouse I have ever eaten at. The atmosphere, ambiance, service, and selection are all important, but nothing takes precedence over the STEAK. Ruth's excels in all categories ESPECIALLY the most important one. Their steaks are perfectly seasoned and tender and packed with flavor so you never need to add anything. Also, the steak has been cooked to perfect temperature at my request EVERY single time. This consistency is what keeps me coming back. Not to mention, I have eaten at other locations, even as far as Cancun, Mexico, and the experience was the same. That's what a steakhouse should be. Everything a steakhouse should be, Ruth's Chris is. Recommendations: Drinks: ALL. But my favorite is the Blackberry Sidecar. Appetizer: Spicy Lobster. I am not a huge lobster fan, yet this is one of the most delicious dishes I have even allowed near my palette. Entree: 11 oz. Filet Mignon, cooked medium and ask them to butterfly it. Dessert: Apple Cobbler (not sure of exact title) with vanilla ice cream. I'm usually a chocolate guy, but this is where it's at. Ask for Alex. He enhances the experience and is just an all-around good person. He was there the 1st time I ate at Ruth's Chris 9 years ago, and he was there with me today.
(5)
Larry M.
Food was good, that was the ONLY thing I enjoyed about this experience. My wife and I went to Ruth Chris to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary. Big mistake unless you enjoy being rushed out of a fine dining restaurant in 50 minutes! We had a reservation at 7:15 on a Saturday night, and by 8:05 we were walking out the door. Our server rushed us through ordering and through the entire dinner. We sat down and within a few minutes we were asked if we were ready to order! I looked at our server and bluntly said NO, that we just sat down. We ordered our dinner a few minutes later after being rushed to order again, then within a minute or two our salads arrived, and literally after I put my fork down our entrees arrived. It was obvious that because we didn't order 100 dollar steaks, drinks or appetizers we were not welcome by this server. All he wanted to do was flip the table again. It is to bad I even left a tip! We couldn't even enjoy our dinner and enjoy the milestone in our lives. Upon leaving I spoke with a manager, all he said was "well what do you want me to do about it" I looked at him and said, I guess nothing since we are done, and went on to further say there are other ways to try and retain a customer, by inviting us to try their restaurant again. I even told him that we could have gone to the restaurant that is next door to them, ate a lot more food, had a better value for our buck, and had a much more enjoyable night by spending time with each other instead of being rushed our of a fine dining restaurant. What a way to RUIN a milestone, and a fine dining experience. Thanks Ruth Chris. I am speaking only about this location of Ruth Chris, as I have not experienced others. I sure hope the other locations are not run like this one. update.....on Saturday July 17th, I sent a lengthy email to Ruth Chris corporate via their website, and now still two business days later no reply. I am actually quite surprised.
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Joe T.
I've been here on many occasions mostly for happy hour which runs Monday through Friday 4-630. My favorites from the happy hour (which all cost $8) are the prime burger, steak sandwich, seared ahi tuna, and crab blt! Drinks are pretty good too but not as good a deal at 8 bucks also. I have also been here for my birthday and I received excellent service. They took a picture for me and my girlfriend and then gave us a little souvenir Ruth Chris picture thing as well which I thought was cute. One thing I might want to mention is that they don't allow you to bring your own bottle of wine (not an option they accept a corkage fee at all). Just manager policy I suppose. I had brought my own bottle on my birthday not knowing. They did give me complimentary champagne for the inconvenience which was nice of them. Also, their steaks are usda prime of course. Here's a pro tip: bone in steaks aren't tastier (just heavier) so don't buy one if you don't have to! However I'd like to mention that they do not dry age their steaks here so if you're looking for that funky aged taste, you might have better luck elsewhere. Overall they cooked my ribeye beautifully medium rare as requested (you'd be surprised at how many steakhouses can mess this up) and it tasted delicious. Overall I think the service, staff, and quality of the restaurant is exceptional and would be happy to celebrate a special occasion here, or just drop by for their awesome happy hour. Happy eats!
(5)
Laura B.
An excellent meal at the perfect pace. Arriving just a few minutes before the dining room opened (pro tip: always go early to avoid crowds!) we started at the bar. I had a delightful Blueberry Mojito. Once we were shown to our table, the menus were explained and we were given plenty of time to look things over. Their three-course meal appeared to be the best bargain currently available. I started with a strawberry, spinach, and goat cheese salad, which was good but not out-of-this-world. The entree was of course the most enjoyable - this is, after all, a steakhouse. My filet was sizzling hot (literally) and drenched in butter and salt. It melted perfectly with each bite. Fair warning though: I'm not kidding about being drenched in butter and salt. My broccoli was cooked but still retained some crunch, which I appreciated. The sides are large enough for 2+ people to split. We also had a loaded baked potato, which was just as buttery as the meat - and just as delicious. For dessert we had a strawberry cheesecake and a strawberry shortcake. Both were good, but not amazing. We were at our table for about 2 1/2 hours and never felt rushed. Our server was attentive but not overbearing. Overall everything was quite good.
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Amanda F.
I've been coming here for many many years. For any occasion that u can think of, we have celebrated here. My favorite was the pork chops. This is the ONLY place I will eat pork chops. They are to die for! But after recently going here, found out the pork chops are only special ordered now. But the Steak and all the side dishes are AMAZING!! I'm getting hungry now just typing this!
(5)
Matthew P.
I came for Troy restaurant week, and I've never been upsold harder somewhere than at a timeshare seminar. 18 minutes the waitress yammered on about the 'Ruth's Classic Dinner' where you get to mix/match or 'create your own meal' if you will. Like a 'pick three'. She asked us twice what we would like from get started with, and twice my Mother and I said 'we'll go ahead and stick with the Restaurant Week menu'. The Fillet was damn good, as it should be for Prime beef. Did not care for the burning hot plate, or sizzling butter to 'let me know the plate was hot'. It's not just a personal dislike, it's a gimmicky novelty way to serve a beautiful slice of meat. Why do I want to not be able to move my plate around, or have to watch my wrirsts while cutting my steak? I can't imagine how many times people have burned themselves.
(3)
Kristin W.
The food is very good. Steaks were fantastic, sides were good, although I don't like the pepper flavor in the lobster mac/cheese. The bread pudding tasted more like flan than bread pudding. But overall we were very happy with the meal. The service was good, but very rushed. This is a place that wants to get you in and out in as little time as possible, which isn't what I want when paying over $300 for 2 people. The atmosphere feels more like a banquet hall than an expensive steakhouse. The servers move around very quickly, which makes things efficient, but it also makes the restaurant feel chaotic. Also, lots of large tables with kids. Go for the food, not for the atmosphere. I'd say this is better for a business meal or a meal with family, not a romantic date night. For that try Cameron's or Hyde Park.
(3)
William M.
I ordered the 16 oz. Ribeye which was juicy and cooked to perfection! Lobster mac-n-cheese was my side dish which was pretty good. Drinks were great as well as the service. Absolutely no room for dessert though. I will definitely be returning!
(5)
Barbara H.
OUTSTANDINGIf you are looking for a restaurant to enjoy a delectable perfectly cooked meal...here is your place!! We LOVE this restaurant for special occasions...so my Birthday was made perfect ,by dining here!The wine was a great Pint Noir...the filet mignon was sizzling and done to perfection pink in the middle...the cheesy potatoes fantastic...the asparagus..with hollandaise sauce just right and the mushrooms a NEW menu choice outstanding and great with the filet!!The friendly kind and knowledgeable server PEGGY was great at describing the menu choices....serving the meal...and also ....taking a Birthday photo of me and my husband with their camera and then it was put it in a cute birthday rememberance card...and how yummy was a surprise birthday dessert...a warm chocolate molten Lava cake with side of mini chocolate mousse with whipped cream...the best yet!! Thank you Ruth Chris for making my day so wonderful. ALSO the rest of the staff and manager too!! SO Grateful ...last year I had surgery and could not walk..and this year...dining out...and walking too.
(5)
Nicole S.
It's amazing I do not care where I go no steaks can compare to the porter house I love the service also .
(5)
Robert B.
4 of us went on Valentines Day. We've been here before, as well as to Ocean Prime, Mortons, and Capitol Grill. Our previous trip was outstanding. This time around, it was a hair away from being outright horrible. The service was mediocre. Empty water and pop glasses needed to have a waitress flagged down to be refilled. The steak (I had the 12 oz ribeye with 2 lobster tails) was a notch below mediocre, and tasted of burnt black pepper more than of steak. We don't mind dropping $100 per person for a really nice dinner, but it doesn't appear Ruths Chris can provide a really nice dinner anymore. At the very least, they buckle under the modestly increased crowds of Valentines days. Either way, there are too many good restaurants on Big Beaver to risk coming back here in the future.
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Christina T.
Bread: was not served today, not sure why, we noticed it when the steak for here, didn't ask for it but was just wondering. Appetizer: crab cake, stuffed mushroom and seared ahi - all very nicely prepared and tasty. Caesar Salad: surprisingly disappointing, normally I would expect a good salad from a steak house, but this crouton was soggy and romaine lettuce was not crunchy. Overall not a fresh salad. Petite filet and petite ribeye: delicious, very well prepared! Really enjoyed it. Service: the bus boy was a little rough, knocking the glasses when picking up plates etc., but the waitress was great!
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Jim E.
Exceeded Expectations. Ruth's Chris Steak House has been on the go to list for a long time, when speaking to a friend who visited the Toronto location and raved about it bumped this to the top of the list. I have been to a lot of restaurants and was expecting to enjoy it but will thought it may be standard. When walking in your greeted by a friendly staff into a warm inviting atmosphere with wine bottles showcased everywhere. The Filet was cooked to perfection, and it was delicious. You can tell the high end cut Ruth Chris has compared to places such as Longhorn. The Fries and Mashed Potatoes were standard sides but they were delicious and uniquely presented to make them different. The Dessert (Cheesecake) also caught me by surprise. Again I thought it may be a standard piece, it was a huge round piece of Cheesecake with light crumbly Graham cracker crust with a topping of sour cream on top. It was delicious light and fresh and well prepared/presented. This would be right at the top along with the Cheesecake Factory for this dessert. The service was fast and friendly; this is a perfect place for a great dinner, special occasions, business meeting, or a date. Highly Recommended!
(5)
Matthew P.
I have eaten at several of the Ruth's Chris Steak Houses though out the US, Atlanta(all 3), Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota., you get the idea. It is hard to continue to do a great standard of food through out the country and maintain high levels of standards, yet they do that here in Michigan as well!!! The hostess are very polite and courteous, the wait staff is on point, and the food is simply amazing! Yes the decor could use an update but eh that's simple stuff! I can't say enough good things about this location. Simply awesome!
(5)
Laurie C.
I asked for melted cheese and mushrooms on my steak and they gave me a bowl of mushrooms on the side with some powder stuff on my steak I won't go back not worth the money
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Ron C.
After a day of errands with the bride..she knew we were going out to dinner, but had no idea this was the surprise. We wheeled in & she lit up "Are we actually going here?" yes! Walked in at 4:30 on a Monday, were greeted & asked to be seated in the cozy bar versus the very large & bright dining room. Alicia warmly welcomed us & made us feel special immediately . Took our beverage order & even promoted the food & drink specials on the happy hour menu. Surprised the bride as she stepped away with a very flamboyant cosmo upon her return. Which Alicia made & delivered , it was VERY GOOD! We decided to split the 20 ounce Cowboy Cut Bone In , medium rare. And started with a harvest salad: Mixed greens with roasted corn,crispy bacon & tomatoes in a white balsamic vinaigrette,topped with goat cheese & cajun nuts. This salad was beyond perfect & the lightness of the dressing did not distract from the fresh flavors . The steak was delivered by a runner, & he offered to split the steak for us, and didn't make us feel bad either for splitting a steak. of course it was still sizzling on the double hot plates & although it was a little on the rare side he suggested to us both ..that if you turn the steak on the hot plate it wil continue to cook up & brown up, which we both tried & LOVED IT! Sean..was a roving caring guy who also stopped in often to check on anything/everything. Fabulous evening..and gave us Steak Hope again..after several misses along hall rd.
(5)
Nunya B.
This review is BEYOND late, but considering how "great" this restaurant is, I think it's due. My boyfriend brought me here on Valentines Day. I wanted Flemings, but they were booked solid. The place was clean enough, but I can't remember if they don't have booths at all, or if they just didn't have any available. Either way, it cost them a star. I have to be comfortable when I enjoy my food, and being out in the open was a bit more than what I'm used to. Anyway, the waitress made us wait for awhile before bringing out water and bread. (As African Americans, we're used to this... They think we don't tip!... But we do, wink wink). She was very monotone, a significant difference from how she spoke to the table next to us. She proceeded to let us know that they were known for their "phenomenal steaks", so we both ordered their biggest fillet. That certainly got her attention, and suddenly her demeanor changed. Is it true? Could the African American couple be prepared to go all out?!? Bottom line, we were not impressed in the LEAST with these steaks. I always order my steaks medium (warm pink center), and the beau orders his medium well. They were dry, flavorless, and chewy. The sides weren't even memorable... The complete experience was more like we were at Logans... We didn't even do dessert, which is unusual for us. We always do top shelf drinks, appetizers, entree, and dessert... We were not even interested in finishing our food. We tipped her pretty well, about 22% of our $200 bill. Going forward, I think we'll skip this place and go elsewhere.
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Erin A.
The best Filet anywhere. It's where we go to celebrate a big success or even a holiday. Recently had Easter Dinner at the Ruth's Chris in Troy, Michigan. Make sure to try the center cut filet, spinach au gratin and berries and cream (not on the menu anymore, but they will make upon request!) A+++ Experience
(5)
Sarah R.
Decent steak house, loved the lobster tail and the calamari appetizer. I was suprised how the waiter was not very attentive, we dined with a couple and one member has celiac's and can't have gluten, we stated this at the beginning of the meal, they did not offer the gluten free menu, she ordered a salad, and no where listed in the description did it note the breaded fried onions, she was served this salad and ended up getting sick. Disappointing because a nice night out ended with a member of the party getting sick. Other than this it was decent.
(2)
Anthony M.
THIS IS THE BEST STEAK HOUSE IN MICHIGAN in my humble opinion. Having said this know that I have eaten at every major steakhouse in the area including Capital Grill, Morton's, Big Rock, Ocean Prime, Ann Arbor Chophouse or Rochester or The London Downtown etc. etc. so I know what I'm talking about. Just trust me, best steak, best potato, best Blue cheese olives period. Best value?? I don't know about that, try Knights Ann Arbor if your on a budget almost as good and half the price. Peace
(5)
Bill B.
"You're going WHERE?" friends who know that I'm a vegetarian would ask if I told them I was going to Ruth's Chris Steak House. I understand this. I'll confess that I felt a little like Nixon going to China. However, I had promised the Mrs. (who likes steak) that we'd go sometime and Christmas Day became sometime. Having explored the menu, I also knew that I wouldn't be SOL. The restaurant had a few different rooms. The decor was understated but powerful, suitable for high-end business meals or general affirmations of affluence. Don Draper of Mad Men would be at home here but the clientele and modes of dress actually covered a wide gamut (a few people even dressed in sweats). The waitstaff was very professional, obviously well-trained in relating to high rollers but deferential to all and sensitive to details. Our waiter proudly told us of the 1,000-degree ovens used to cook the steaks and the 500-degree plates to hold them. He also knew which vegetable dishes, soups and appetizers contained meat or meat stock. The manager visited to ensure that we were happy. These touches distinguish Ruth's Chris from an ordinary restaurant. The food continued the traditional, old money theme. Steaks are the stars here. Though most of the menu is a la carte, there are some combinations that help reduce the prices. My wife and sister-in-law each ordered one of these, which contained a petite filet and shrimp combination, salad, vegetable and dessert. They were raving about the quality of the steaks as well as their flour-less chocolate desserts. For vegetarians, Ruth's Chris provides a combination plate of three chosen sides. Mine were the potatoes Lyonnaise, sauteed mushrooms and fresh broccoli. The fried potatoes were a little thinner and more done than I prefer but the caramelized onions improved them. The mushrooms were only OK; the butter sauce was a bit nondescript. The broccoli was fine but nothing special. Actually, my favorite dishes of the evening were the beefsteak tomato and onion salad (topped with bleu cheese crumbles, red onion and vinaigrette) and the dark bread, the sweetness of which balanced the salty butter nicely. If I had to deconstruct my four-star rating of Ruth's Chris, I'd allot four stars for atmosphere, staff and desserts; five stars for meat-containing dishes and three stars for vegetarian dishes. Thus, if you are a vegetarian, this would not be an optimal choice but it is a doable one where you will be respected.
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Boz D.
Do you ever check your watch to see what time it is and as soon as you put your arm down you forget what time it was, so you check again? Well that's what Ruth's Chris is for me. Been here before, forgot that it was no big deal, so we came back. The food is ok, does not justify the pricing. I ordered the filet, and the presentation of the plate was terrible. In an upscale restaurant presentation is just as important as the food. There was oil all over the plate, it looked like and felt like it sat under the heat lamp. I also had a side of the sauteed mushrooms, no big deal, they lacked flavor. On top of that THEY DON'T EVEN HAVE CARROT CAKE!!! If you want a 5 star experience I would recommend Eddie Merlot's or Morton's. This will be the last time we visit Ruth's Chris. Hopefully next time I will remember what time it is.
I'm giving this 4 stars, but that could change. I've eaten at the Toronto, Mississauga, Niagara Falls, Chicago and Las Vegas locations. By far this is my favourite chain restaurant. The location in Troy is actually only 30 minutes away from my house, so for my birthday we decided to try it out. They have a menu that has a starter, entree, side and dessert for about $50.00. Not bad considering I usually pay $50.00 just for my piece of meat. I've never ordered the special before, and I felt that it did not live up to all my other Ruth Chris experiences. Don't get me wrong, my meal was good and I was full, but it wasn't the typical Ruth Chris experience. The staff and service were great, I just felt like something was missing. I guess you do get what you pay for. Next time I will order a la carte.
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Theresa W.
Been to many Ruth's Chris' in California, but first time in Troy. It was very nice. Service was great, wine selection was great, and food is good as usual. The surf and turf is a great deal, as it comes with 2 lobster tails and 1 5 oz filet. The deserts are huge, so make sure you order to share.
(5)
Brandi F.
The food here is nothing short of amazing! The filets are seasoned and cooked then come to your table on a hot dish that keeps it sizzling hot the whole time! The 2lb lobster tail is hands down one of the best I have ever had. The sides are perfect for sharing too. Besides great food the staff is wonderful! Love this place and can't wait to go back
(5)
Dennis K.
This place would have been great if I didn't feel like I was at a Denny's for spoiled rich kids. Instead of enjoying my meal, I had to spend the whole time overhearing some self-entitled snotty 16-year old demeaning a guy for bringing her regular water instead of sparkling. For a middle-class guy like myself who rarely gets to treat my girlfriend and myself to a high-class experience, this place simply missed the mark. The food and service were decent, but it just didn't feel like a very enjoyable experience overall in comparison to other upscale restaurants that I've visited. I hate to let one bad experience set the bar, but I'm not sure that I will be back.
(2)
Nickolaus V.
The prime rib is the best thing on the menu and when it comes on that hot plate, OMG it's so good. Also they have a epic happy hour...Worth it to eat there every time. :)
(4)
Kevin S.
Great food. Get the filet! You cannot go wrong with it. Brussels sprout are awesome. Even if you don't normally like them try theirs. They are made with honey butter, brown sugar, and sweet goodness. Bartenders all make good drinks. Definitely make a reservation well ahead of time. As in 4 days. It gets busy but you will get sat on time. Great place to take a date. Even though it's a chain it still is awesome. Their chef won Ruth Chris chef of the year. It shows.
(5)
Amanda Z.
We had dinner here for the first time the day after Valentine's Day. They offer complimentary valet and coat check, which was nice. We were greeted and seated as soon as we walked in. Our waitress came right over, gave us a drink menu, and we asked for a few waters to get us started. So, we waited...and waited for this water...for ten minutes. It was extremely awkward. We were just sitting there - no menus or water - just waiting for our waitress to notice, as all the guys were busy. You would think at this point, when she had glanced over quite a few times that she would take it upon herself to go get a pitcher of water, since her "helper" was busy, but nope. She had us wait for him. Whatever. He finally came with our waters, she took our order, and our salads came. I had the Caesar, which was extremely good. I mean, good; fresh grated cheese, fresh lettuce...definitely up to par. My fiance' got the house salad, which came with a pile of fried onions on top of it in stack form. It was awkward to eat. We both ordered steak, of course, which came out on a really hot butter plate. The nice thing was that the plate kept the steak warm throughout the entire meal...but it was HOT the entire meal. I had to blow on each piece for a substantial amount of time before I could even eat it. The steak, however, was awesome. It was perfectly cooked (who knew there was a thing called medium+? it was perfect) and seasoned. I had enough to take half of it home that night. We ordered a side of lyonnaise potatoes, which were pretty dry and hardly had any spice to them. I wasn't impressed. We skipped dessert and headed out. While we were there, the manager did come around and check on us, which was nice to see. So, was it good? For the most part. Was it worth $130? Not at all.
(3)
Holly S.
I had the surf and turf with a side of creamed spinach that was to die for! The calamari was super tender and flavorful. The chocolate peanut butter dessert was amazing too. Pricey but a good little "teat yourself to a good meal" kinda place.
(5)
Sam B.
I went here for the first time yesterday for my 1 year anniversary. The food was delicious and prepared just the way I asked. It had a nice atmosphere with the employees and the lighting. I ordered the Filet medium rare and it was cooked perfectly. My girlfriend ordered the stuffed chicken breast. We were sharing each others food trying to decide what was better. The place can get a little pricey but for special occasions it definitely is a place to check out.
I feel like this place is overpriced and overhyped. I also do not like the way some of the steaks are seasoned. People rave about the zip sauce or whatever, I don't like putting a lot of different stuff on my steak. I'm a true meaty flavor lover. I despise people who get a nice cut of steak well done and ask for extra zip sauce and A1 or whatever else to dip it in. Might as well go to a local diner and order whatever they have on the menu. Anyways, I would've given this place 3 1/2 stars because the cuts they use are good, but the prices brought it to the 2 that it's at.
(2)
Jaccob D.
There are so many great steak places on this side of town. But Ruth's Chris has a good name and good food. Service is always great with a classy, and upscale atmosphere. Will go back many times a year.
(4)
James G.
We have enjoyed some good meals here, and we particularly like the happy hour specials offered in the bar. Unfortunately, this location has a policy of putting "Reserved" signs on several of the few tables that are available in the bar. Sometimes they will just remove those signs and let you sit there, but tonight we were told the only available table was "reserved". In the bar, at happy hour? When there are people standing there ready to take a seat? I can understand reserved tables in the dining room, but letting tables stand vacant in a crowded bar is a waste of space, and is disrespectful of customers who are actually on the premises. I'm not sure why they think this is a good idea, but it has soured us on the restaurant, and we have been long time loyal customers. We'll go somewhere else next time.
(2)
Nichole S.
I must say, I travel routinely and have visited many Ruth's Chris Steakhouses in many cities (Atlanta, Chicago, Columbia...to name a few). The RC in Troy is by far the best I've ever been to. The executive chef there is simply amazing. This is hands down my husband and I's favorite restaurant. I would give it 6 stars if I could. Always consistent!!!
(5)
Rachel M.
I've debated on giving this place a 4 or 5 star review. I would say 4.5 if I could. Our food was delicious and the service was exceptional. It was dead here (on a weekend) yet our service never lacked due to any servers wanting to "get out of there". I hate that, so big thumbs up for that. The food was well cooked and seasoned. The menu isn't cheap, no duh, but you easily get what you pay for and it's not ridiculously high either. We chose from a sort of prix fixe type menu (I can't remember what they called it) which we generally do not do but the selections allowed for a delicious meal and add-ons were not a problem. Some things that jump out were the crabmeat stuffed mushrooms... we fought over those. The drink menu was also very nice. I tried a Manhattan Eastside and I really enjoyed. Also, our desserts were to die for. My only lacking star is simply for the fact that there are other steak houses I like just as much if not a tad more with a tad lesser price. I admit I'm a bit jaded and sometimes I really need my socks knocked off... I still recommend and I will be back.
(4)
Maggie Margaret G.
Omg! Love this place! Best place for steak hands down! Best happy hour hands down! I have always great service fantastic food and delicious drinks shared with great company at this restaurant! It's not cheap but its worth EVERY penny! I could go on and on about my love affair with this place but I won't. I suggest you just go and experience how delicious the food is, how warm and inviting the atmosphere is and you too will be a Ruth Chris devotee!
Here's what your waiter will tell you: Ruth's Chris serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800° oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table. My recommendations are Calamari for an appetizer and Creme Brulee for dessert. Pick a steak and/or seafood combo for dinner and enjoy!
(4)
Sarah M. B.
I will say for the major steakhouses in the area, at Ruths you will get the most bang for your buck... definitely more reasonably priced than other places in the Bham area, but I think I know why... Service: was very good, althou our waitress looked like she had just rolled out of bed after a 24 drunken binge...huge bags under the eyes, etc. while she was clean and did a good job, the lighting in the place did her no favors. First impressions, ya know? Great wine list, and our red wine was delicious and not acid tasting. The complimentary loaf of barley warmed, not that fresh, while bread was not so fab. They have a good deal going on for 39.95 you get a salad, filet with shrimp and dessert....not bad at all, however... -The salad was pretty much as basic as it could get, while it was fresh and large and my blue cheese dressing was good-there just wasn't much else to it...onion and tomato and crutons, really... -The shrimp that came with my dish....it was ok...I have seen bigger shrimp at COSTCO-maybe it was because I ordered the special deal and they save the small, unimpressive shrimp for those people...I dunno, it was just bland... -The filet...it was cooked perfectly to my liking BUT the fact it came on a sizzling plate of butter makes me question the quality of the meat. I mean, it was good BUT why did it have to be so 'doctored' up?? A great filet doesn't need to be cooked or doused with butter to make it tender....maybe it's their age old recipe and all but in my book great beef doesn't need need a butter sauce. Dessert-our meal came with a sample carrot cake and chocolate mouse thing....mouse thing was ok and the carrot cake was great. I ordered some sinful chocolate cake, which was like a flourless cake-it was very rich and good, but I wasn't crazy insane about it. I feel the dessert menu is weak compared to other comparable places. Overall, despite what it sound like, I did enjoy my meal. It was a hell of a deal for all the food we got...however, I see myself willing to spend a few extra bucks and heading to Cameron's, Flemings or Capital Grille(ok so CG would be a LOT of extra bucks) over Ruth's....of course, if someone wanted to treat me to Ruth's I wouldn't object.
(3)
Charlie P.
Every once in a while, I decide I'm worth droppin a hundred bucks for dinner, and Ruth Chris never disappoints! Maureen works the bar Sunday nights, and always provides excellent service, and a generous pour. My favorite is the Cowboy Rib-Eye, done medium rare.
(4)
Scott S.
Unreal service. Phenomenal steak. Great prices. Highly recommend it. Best restaurant out there. No complaints at all. Services was awesome. Our server Alex was great and friendly.
(5)
Kim V.
Steak is just as wonderful and perfect as you expect it to be. The house salad is amazing. My husband enjoyed the lobster bisque but not best he has had. The sides are not anything to brag about. The southwest mac and cheese tasted like velveta. The mushrooms we could make at home for 1/16th the price. Appetizers over priced. Deserts were delicious.
(4)
Katie C.
By far the most delicious steaks around. They might not have everything perfect but they sure have perfected how to cook a steak. The steak comes out to you on a sizzling plate and just simply seasoned with butter, salt, pepper, and parsley. If you get the Fillet ( like I did) you have to barely cut it and it will melt in your mouth. The potato comes out huge as well as the sides. I ordered the yummy buttered green beans and roasted garlic, and the beans were still a little crisp so they had a bite and the garlic was just so sweet. The service was awesome. Our waters were constantly filled and so were our beverages. I also enjoyed that they gave me a black napkin when wearing a blue dress. Some places don't have this option and then you end up with lint all over you. I am not sure if this is normal but Ruth Chris has a special going on. For $40 you can get a soup or salad, a meat of your choice, a side to your liking, and a chocolate cake dessert. This is a great option for those that want to try a little of everything. Luckily they allow you to upgrade to different choices if you don't like their offerings. Fortunately if you have never been there everything on the menu is great. The French Onion soup is to die for! The amount of sherry in the soup is awesome and it gives it that rich depth that you look for in such a basic soup. Lastly, I love the option of upgrading your dessert. They call it a chocolate souffle cake, but better known has a yummy cupcake with a scoop of vanilla is what you get with your $40 meal. For $3 you can upgrade to a huge cheesecake, apple pie deliciousness, or some silky creme brulee! Honestly Ruth Chris got 5 stars because of the taste of their steaks, if you want the entire ambiance and presentation of a steakhouse then stick with Morton's.
(5)
Jackie T.
I didn't know this place was a chain. I might have gone in more skeptical. That said, my first meal (birthday dinner) was incredible. I can still remember all the flavors, years later. I went with a strip steak and mashed potatoes for dinner and the creme brulee for dessert. That was the true surprise - I didn't expect dessert to be such a home run in a steak joint. Definitely one of the best brulees in town! Perfect crust and creamy vanilla center. Service was impeccable, as expected for the pricepoint. I prefer Ruth's to Capital Grille, Morton's or Cameron's. I'll definitely return.
(5)
Matt W.
It's a steakhouse for rich people. Of course it's good. Of course it's expensive. It's a steakhouse for rich people!
(5)
lauren p.
We recently ate here and we really enjoyed our visit. I am a vegan and was surprised to see that they do offer a vegan plate which consists of 3 veggies/potato side dishes. The staff was extremely polite and very accomidating. I wasnt overly impressed with the building or decor, it was somewhat dated. If you are looking a modern trendy restaurant, this is not the place for you. RC is much more classic.
(4)
Denmark S.
I love a good steak. And, this place is the best of the major steak chains. The food was great and the portions were large. Oh yeah the place is expensive, but you gotta spoil yourself every now and again. I highly recommend this place.
(5)
Jean H.
We recently had dinner here with friends. We hadn't been there in a while and were seated in the bar area. Although noisy at first it became a delightful place to eat dinner after the crowds were seated. Our waitress Maureen was amazing with great advice. She really knows and loves the menu (and food!). We had the beef Carpaccio ... If you try nothing else get this! Incredible presentation, heavenly flavors accompanied by dressed greens, capers and onions. It was the best thing we've ever had here. We had lamb chops and the cowboy ribeye.. both were overcooked for med rare, but not to the point of having to send them back The special veg was Roasted Brussels sprouts and they were okay but overpowered by bacon. Lyonnaise potatoes were good the mushrooms were particularly flavorful; better than we expected. For dessert, the bread pudding was great according to my guests. We ended it with port wine and a smile. A great experience!
(4)
Jason B.
This was my first visit to Ruth's Chris. While the steak was excellent, the side dishes and salad were uninspired. Our server was attentive and knew the menu from front to back but seemed a bit rushed through her delivery. Ambiance of the front of the house is certainly nicer than the corporate dining room setting in back. I was surprised to be seated in a booth that had a tear in the seating surface, that has to be an easy fix no?
(3)
M V.
Wow. That is all I can really say. We have been to a few nice steak houses in the area and this place has the most delicious steak around. When first dining here, I was a little taken back by the prices (considering it is a chain), but that soon went away with the first bite. I always go for the rib-eye and the girlfriend gets the fillet. Both are simply amazing and very filling. Be prepared to spend over $100 easy for two people though. Great for a special occasion or to splurge.
(5)
Lisa S.
I love this place! If you want the best steak you've ever tasted you must try the filet here!!!! Everything is ala carte, and a bit on the pricey side but well worth the money!!! Service has always been outstanding and like I said best steak ever! It is hot til the very last bite, but be careful on your first or you'll burn your mouth. I have had the lobtster tail here in the past I recommend you stick with the steak, it was a bit tough and dry. Highly recommend this place for beef lovers! Selection of wine was also good and if you don't know wine they are very helpful. This has become our special dinner out favorite! Birthdays, anniversary, end of a tough week, lol. Love it!!!
(5)
Marco B.
Great place, great service and the best steaks in town.
(5)
Joe T.
I haven't been here in a long time. I am not a wealthy man, but if I were I'd probably come here a lot. They really know how to handle your meat. Hey-yo! My Grandma thought the server we had there looked like Carry Grant. I'm not all that familiar with his work, but the waiter was very nice. I've always wondered about the name. I think its like when you have two friends named Paul, and one of them you know because he's Becky's best friend from high school, and the other one plays on Mike's hockey team. Like: "I saw Paul at the movies. We both saw Diary of a Wimpy Kid." "So the material was pretty familiar to you? Wait do you mean BECKY's PAUL or MIKE'S PAUL?" "Eff off and I mean BECKY's PAUL." I think that's how they mean it. Great steaks either way.
(5)
Andrea C.
Sizzling plates, excellent service, all for a price - what you expect to pay at a place like this. They have raised the bar for other steak houses that think they have this kind of class. My friend and I enjoyed spoiling ourselves with dinner here, both of us enjoying the Filet and Shrimp cooked medium with a side of mushrooms and sharing a side of potatoes. (Sharing with 2-3 people is still enough for a hearty serving). I have a gluten allergy and was thrilled they had a menu with gluten free recommendations, and were willing to make mild modifications to menu items so that I too could enjoy. They were so sensitive to the allergy, the took it upon themselves to let me know my salad would be mixed in a separate bowl to ensure no cross-contamination. The "Sin" chocolate cake for dessert was AMAZING. This was my first visit to this steak house, walked right in - no reservation needed. (Weeknight around 530-600). Clearly pricey, but the service and quality food is worth it once in awhile.
(5)
Andrew S.
Took my special lady to eat here to celebrate us getting into university together. I loved my steak and the exotic mushroom side(and i'm picky about mushrooms). Everything we ordered was delicious and of course the service was amazing as always for fancy places like this. Expensive but you get a perfect steak and experience.
(5)
Lizzy N.
Great steak! Ruth's Chris is known for their steak and rightfully so. I loved their steak and had an appetizer, salad, and dessert that were excellent as well. The service was great and busy of course on Valentine's Day but we were never neglected. I'd eat here again.
(4)
Sheri H.
I have been here a few times and have only ever had one small critique. Did not care for the asparagus with hollandaise. Asparagus was a bit overcooked and lacked in seasoning. Overall however, this place is fantastic. The service is bar none and I have yet to find any like it anywhere. The ribeye-which is the only steak I ever order and by far my favorite-is always cooked to perfection and perfectly seasoned. I will never forget the first bite the first time I went. I literally put down my utensils, sat back and just chewed. Was just amazing! Absolutely delicious!!! Great side dish selection. The onion rings were fantastic. The creamed spinach is pretty good-mine is better-but still good. The potato dishes are well made and well seasoned. I'm always too full by the end of the meal to really bother with dessert, but the couple of times I have ordered them they have been tasty. Would definitely go there more often if it weren't so pricey. But, you get what you pay for and so I will have to wait for the next special occasion. Must try for sure!
(5)
Renee P.
I live by Ruth's Chris.. Which means I live by Fleming's, Cameron's, Big Rock.. The Capital Grill, Mortons.. and I am a HUGE carnivore.. have been to them all- The only place I want to go is Ruth's Chris. I like the atmosphere (you can wear GOOD jeans and a decent shirt) and yes, I even take my VERY well behaved 9 and 5 year old here.. early dinner though- I do respect the 7:00 and later crowd :-) This is the ONLY place that gets the steaks PERFECTLY right and not a bunch of butter or other stuff... (don't get me started on Flemings.. can't even taste the steak through the butter and seasoning and the NAME Fleming kinda bothers me now that I think of it!!) As with most places.. I will never go here on Valentines day or any other day that they would be very busy- I did have a long wait about 2 years ago - about an hour with a reservation on Valentines day and we were rushed ...were asked like "You don't want dessert, right" - they seemed to have a very full lobby of people waiting for a table and the guilt of seeing all of those people waiting after we waited for an hour... - Just don't go on a busy day!! (Or if you do.. go EARLY!!) Yes, a glass of wine does cost $11.. it does everywhere out here.. you should see out taxes!!!!!!!!!!
(5)
Chris C.
Service was slow for the amount of staff they have. Paul forgot to bring me my refill of Coke and he glared at me when I asked for hot tea, like I was from another planet. The one in San Francisco was a little better in regards to Service. The lobster bisque was TOO salty. Not sure if I want to come back.
(2)
Tom A.
My favorite high-end steakhouse to go out to. Tried a few other new ones in the area, and although the ambience might be more "updated", I don't think that many places offer a steak quite like Ruth's Chris. I wouldn't be able to offer a review on much other than the filet, but I have never left Ruth's Chris disappointed with the food or the service!
(4)
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Address :755 W Big Beaver Rd,Ste 151
Troy, MI, 48084
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet, Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Dressy Ambience : Classy Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Jason R.
After dining at Fleming's last week, I can make comparative review of each (I've been to other popular chain [and if you know me at all, how I prefer "not" to do chains - ugh], Morton's a few times) steakhouse. As for the service, it's a step up from the latter, and the "meat" (I had the Porterhouse for two [not by myself, thank you very much]), was succulent & tender with an actual "meat taste". Sounds odd, I know, but once you've had the real thing, you'll notice the difference from that point on. Sometimes with steaks, a sauce or overpowering seasoning will and can take away from the full flavor of the meat. It should be enhanced, ever so delicately, especially well done here with a 500 degree salt & butter plate the steak is be eaten off from, a nice touch I will say. I'll try that at home. I do recommend ordering the Porterhouse medium, rather than rare, because the hot plate doesn't remain hot for long to cook through the almost 2 inch cut. I swear I felt like early caveman during points of my meal. One important note in regards to the a la carte sides: if you like sweet potato, order the casserole. The other alternatives were "eh." I definitely prefer the creamed spinach at Fleming's more.
(3)Atom G.
Could be the Best steak house in town. Expensive but worth it if you want the steakhouse experience. Aside from this being a good franchise this is the better Ruth Chris I have visited. Nothing fancy here just Meat and Potatoes. Get the biggest steak on the menu.
(5)marisa s.
ruth chris - or is it ruth's chris, goddamit that's really an odd name. it's always been a great steakhouse to go to in the suburban D, and the steaks grilled or should i say doused in butter, make it even better, wouldn't you say, Fabio? i like butter a lot, but my love of butter can't allow me to give the RC a 4 or 5 star - because the service we had (pre-christmas time) was so damn creepy, it gives me the heebee geebees digging the story back up again. the waitress started off with the - "have you ever diner with us before?" well yes, but not with you (you, weird - ok, we'll get to that soon). it all starts out fine ordering drinks, etc. then it comes time to order the apps and she's literally trying to sell us every app (there were only 4 of us) - like a mary kay lady trying to sell you 3 kinds of foundation, we just didn't need all of those apps and quit hawking them like you need that extra $15.95 to get your next prescription! (well maybe, who knows what kind of meds she needed?) so we get our apps, she keeps asking one guy if he needs another beer - when he says no, she starts rattling off the brew list. ok lady, get your micromachine spiel outta here and just take our dinner order. so we order our dinner and she's trying so hard to push more ala carte sides on us like a gap cashier trying to get you to sign up for a gap card to get 20% off now, whoa 20% off, someone call the cops because i feel like i just stole something that deal is good. after muzzling our frustration and mumbling what we really thought, she finally walked away feeling weird that all we wanted was our dinner and "a few" sides. in the meantime, there is some odd 20-person prom/holiday dinner going on behind us. a professional photographer is taking pictures of the group in their sundays best, long gloves, bow ties and all. back to the creepiness - so the manager, who looks like dr. doom from 'who framed roger rabbit" walks over to our table (maybe sensing our awkwardness with our cracked out waitress) and asks "how is everything tonight?" he says it in the most deep, dark and depressing voice - i almost thought he said "are you ready to die?" he stared for a bit at us, we said "great, thanks," and he kept staring and then walked away - i swear, he was so tall, he cast a shadow on us and when he left, it was light again. so i have to fast forward to dessert - we decide we don't want any and she still tries to push it on us ("lay off me, i'm not starving!" - the gap girls reverse quote). she proceeds to try and push coffee on us and then when we say no AGAIN, she asks if we want to take it to go... yea i'll take the coffee to go or maybe just go to starbucks you freak! she was freaking us out to the fullest, so we had to just jet outta there after we paid, thanks weirdo!
(3)RAY S.
Had dinner here last night for the first time. I usually go to Morton's but decided to give Ruth's a try. I really enjoyed everything about it. I had the perfectly broiled medium rare cowboy ribeye with the lyonnaise potato and asparagus. The temperature of the ribeye was just right and for once was not under done. The lyonnaise potato with sauteed onions was quite tasty, and interesting because the onions didn't overpower the potato as I expected. The asparagus wasn't too tender and the creamy hollandaise sauce accented the asparagus perfectly. Usually I find most restaurants' attempts at hollandaise turn out runny, watery and bland, but Ruth's was actually thick and creamy. The service was surprisingly expedient considering it was really busy. I definitely recommend Ruth's if your looking for quality steak and exceptional sides. It's not extremely expensive but it is a little pricey so plan on spending some duckets. I should have tried the creme brulee... oh well there's always next time because I'm definitely going back.
(4)Johnny K.
I am a steak guy. I have eaten at every steakhouse you can think of in metro-Detroit, Chicago, Las Vegas, and Miami. I am very picky when it comes to judging a steakhouse because to be honest, they are the best and deserve the most love AND criticism. Ruth's Chris is hands-down the greatest steakhouse I have ever eaten at. The atmosphere, ambiance, service, and selection are all important, but nothing takes precedence over the STEAK. Ruth's excels in all categories ESPECIALLY the most important one. Their steaks are perfectly seasoned and tender and packed with flavor so you never need to add anything. Also, the steak has been cooked to perfect temperature at my request EVERY single time. This consistency is what keeps me coming back. Not to mention, I have eaten at other locations, even as far as Cancun, Mexico, and the experience was the same. That's what a steakhouse should be. Everything a steakhouse should be, Ruth's Chris is. Recommendations: Drinks: ALL. But my favorite is the Blackberry Sidecar. Appetizer: Spicy Lobster. I am not a huge lobster fan, yet this is one of the most delicious dishes I have even allowed near my palette. Entree: 11 oz. Filet Mignon, cooked medium and ask them to butterfly it. Dessert: Apple Cobbler (not sure of exact title) with vanilla ice cream. I'm usually a chocolate guy, but this is where it's at. Ask for Alex. He enhances the experience and is just an all-around good person. He was there the 1st time I ate at Ruth's Chris 9 years ago, and he was there with me today.
(5)Larry M.
Food was good, that was the ONLY thing I enjoyed about this experience. My wife and I went to Ruth Chris to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary. Big mistake unless you enjoy being rushed out of a fine dining restaurant in 50 minutes! We had a reservation at 7:15 on a Saturday night, and by 8:05 we were walking out the door. Our server rushed us through ordering and through the entire dinner. We sat down and within a few minutes we were asked if we were ready to order! I looked at our server and bluntly said NO, that we just sat down. We ordered our dinner a few minutes later after being rushed to order again, then within a minute or two our salads arrived, and literally after I put my fork down our entrees arrived. It was obvious that because we didn't order 100 dollar steaks, drinks or appetizers we were not welcome by this server. All he wanted to do was flip the table again. It is to bad I even left a tip! We couldn't even enjoy our dinner and enjoy the milestone in our lives. Upon leaving I spoke with a manager, all he said was "well what do you want me to do about it" I looked at him and said, I guess nothing since we are done, and went on to further say there are other ways to try and retain a customer, by inviting us to try their restaurant again. I even told him that we could have gone to the restaurant that is next door to them, ate a lot more food, had a better value for our buck, and had a much more enjoyable night by spending time with each other instead of being rushed our of a fine dining restaurant. What a way to RUIN a milestone, and a fine dining experience. Thanks Ruth Chris. I am speaking only about this location of Ruth Chris, as I have not experienced others. I sure hope the other locations are not run like this one. update.....on Saturday July 17th, I sent a lengthy email to Ruth Chris corporate via their website, and now still two business days later no reply. I am actually quite surprised.
(1)Christina G.
Excellent service, staff and food every time. We have not had a bad meal at this location. Exceptional service from Ann Marie and Christine. They are our favorite servers. The filet and lobster tail is my favorite. My husband loves the ribeye. Scalloped potatoes, spinach and chop salad are typical sides for us. New crab stack appetizer is fabulous!! Light and refreshing. Happy hour menu is our next stop .... To be continued
(5)Dr Ibraham A.
Had a great dinner birthday at Troy Ruth Chris The food was 5star The waiter Frank was 5star Everything was 5 star
(5)Sarah R.
Decent steak house, loved the lobster tail and the calamari appetizer. I was suprised how the waiter was not very attentive, we dined with a couple and one member has celiac's and can't have gluten, we stated this at the beginning of the meal, they did not offer the gluten free menu, she ordered a salad, and no where listed in the description did it note the breaded fried onions, she was served this salad and ended up getting sick. Disappointing because a nice night out ended with a member of the party getting sick. Other than this it was decent.
(2)Joe T.
I've been here on many occasions mostly for happy hour which runs Monday through Friday 4-630. My favorites from the happy hour (which all cost $8) are the prime burger, steak sandwich, seared ahi tuna, and crab blt! Drinks are pretty good too but not as good a deal at 8 bucks also. I have also been here for my birthday and I received excellent service. They took a picture for me and my girlfriend and then gave us a little souvenir Ruth Chris picture thing as well which I thought was cute. One thing I might want to mention is that they don't allow you to bring your own bottle of wine (not an option they accept a corkage fee at all). Just manager policy I suppose. I had brought my own bottle on my birthday not knowing. They did give me complimentary champagne for the inconvenience which was nice of them. Also, their steaks are usda prime of course. Here's a pro tip: bone in steaks aren't tastier (just heavier) so don't buy one if you don't have to! However I'd like to mention that they do not dry age their steaks here so if you're looking for that funky aged taste, you might have better luck elsewhere. Overall they cooked my ribeye beautifully medium rare as requested (you'd be surprised at how many steakhouses can mess this up) and it tasted delicious. Overall I think the service, staff, and quality of the restaurant is exceptional and would be happy to celebrate a special occasion here, or just drop by for their awesome happy hour. Happy eats!
(5)Laura B.
An excellent meal at the perfect pace. Arriving just a few minutes before the dining room opened (pro tip: always go early to avoid crowds!) we started at the bar. I had a delightful Blueberry Mojito. Once we were shown to our table, the menus were explained and we were given plenty of time to look things over. Their three-course meal appeared to be the best bargain currently available. I started with a strawberry, spinach, and goat cheese salad, which was good but not out-of-this-world. The entree was of course the most enjoyable - this is, after all, a steakhouse. My filet was sizzling hot (literally) and drenched in butter and salt. It melted perfectly with each bite. Fair warning though: I'm not kidding about being drenched in butter and salt. My broccoli was cooked but still retained some crunch, which I appreciated. The sides are large enough for 2+ people to split. We also had a loaded baked potato, which was just as buttery as the meat - and just as delicious. For dessert we had a strawberry cheesecake and a strawberry shortcake. Both were good, but not amazing. We were at our table for about 2 1/2 hours and never felt rushed. Our server was attentive but not overbearing. Overall everything was quite good.
(4)Amanda F.
I've been coming here for many many years. For any occasion that u can think of, we have celebrated here. My favorite was the pork chops. This is the ONLY place I will eat pork chops. They are to die for! But after recently going here, found out the pork chops are only special ordered now. But the Steak and all the side dishes are AMAZING!! I'm getting hungry now just typing this!
(5)Matthew P.
I came for Troy restaurant week, and I've never been upsold harder somewhere than at a timeshare seminar. 18 minutes the waitress yammered on about the 'Ruth's Classic Dinner' where you get to mix/match or 'create your own meal' if you will. Like a 'pick three'. She asked us twice what we would like from get started with, and twice my Mother and I said 'we'll go ahead and stick with the Restaurant Week menu'. The Fillet was damn good, as it should be for Prime beef. Did not care for the burning hot plate, or sizzling butter to 'let me know the plate was hot'. It's not just a personal dislike, it's a gimmicky novelty way to serve a beautiful slice of meat. Why do I want to not be able to move my plate around, or have to watch my wrirsts while cutting my steak? I can't imagine how many times people have burned themselves.
(3)Kristin W.
The food is very good. Steaks were fantastic, sides were good, although I don't like the pepper flavor in the lobster mac/cheese. The bread pudding tasted more like flan than bread pudding. But overall we were very happy with the meal. The service was good, but very rushed. This is a place that wants to get you in and out in as little time as possible, which isn't what I want when paying over $300 for 2 people. The atmosphere feels more like a banquet hall than an expensive steakhouse. The servers move around very quickly, which makes things efficient, but it also makes the restaurant feel chaotic. Also, lots of large tables with kids. Go for the food, not for the atmosphere. I'd say this is better for a business meal or a meal with family, not a romantic date night. For that try Cameron's or Hyde Park.
(3)William M.
I ordered the 16 oz. Ribeye which was juicy and cooked to perfection! Lobster mac-n-cheese was my side dish which was pretty good. Drinks were great as well as the service. Absolutely no room for dessert though. I will definitely be returning!
(5)Barbara H.
OUTSTANDINGIf you are looking for a restaurant to enjoy a delectable perfectly cooked meal...here is your place!! We LOVE this restaurant for special occasions...so my Birthday was made perfect ,by dining here!The wine was a great Pint Noir...the filet mignon was sizzling and done to perfection pink in the middle...the cheesy potatoes fantastic...the asparagus..with hollandaise sauce just right and the mushrooms a NEW menu choice outstanding and great with the filet!!The friendly kind and knowledgeable server PEGGY was great at describing the menu choices....serving the meal...and also ....taking a Birthday photo of me and my husband with their camera and then it was put it in a cute birthday rememberance card...and how yummy was a surprise birthday dessert...a warm chocolate molten Lava cake with side of mini chocolate mousse with whipped cream...the best yet!! Thank you Ruth Chris for making my day so wonderful. ALSO the rest of the staff and manager too!! SO Grateful ...last year I had surgery and could not walk..and this year...dining out...and walking too.
(5)Nicole S.
It's amazing I do not care where I go no steaks can compare to the porter house I love the service also .
(5)Robert B.
4 of us went on Valentines Day. We've been here before, as well as to Ocean Prime, Mortons, and Capitol Grill. Our previous trip was outstanding. This time around, it was a hair away from being outright horrible. The service was mediocre. Empty water and pop glasses needed to have a waitress flagged down to be refilled. The steak (I had the 12 oz ribeye with 2 lobster tails) was a notch below mediocre, and tasted of burnt black pepper more than of steak. We don't mind dropping $100 per person for a really nice dinner, but it doesn't appear Ruths Chris can provide a really nice dinner anymore. At the very least, they buckle under the modestly increased crowds of Valentines days. Either way, there are too many good restaurants on Big Beaver to risk coming back here in the future.
(2)Christina T.
Bread: was not served today, not sure why, we noticed it when the steak for here, didn't ask for it but was just wondering. Appetizer: crab cake, stuffed mushroom and seared ahi - all very nicely prepared and tasty. Caesar Salad: surprisingly disappointing, normally I would expect a good salad from a steak house, but this crouton was soggy and romaine lettuce was not crunchy. Overall not a fresh salad. Petite filet and petite ribeye: delicious, very well prepared! Really enjoyed it. Service: the bus boy was a little rough, knocking the glasses when picking up plates etc., but the waitress was great!
(3)Jim E.
Exceeded Expectations. Ruth's Chris Steak House has been on the go to list for a long time, when speaking to a friend who visited the Toronto location and raved about it bumped this to the top of the list. I have been to a lot of restaurants and was expecting to enjoy it but will thought it may be standard. When walking in your greeted by a friendly staff into a warm inviting atmosphere with wine bottles showcased everywhere. The Filet was cooked to perfection, and it was delicious. You can tell the high end cut Ruth Chris has compared to places such as Longhorn. The Fries and Mashed Potatoes were standard sides but they were delicious and uniquely presented to make them different. The Dessert (Cheesecake) also caught me by surprise. Again I thought it may be a standard piece, it was a huge round piece of Cheesecake with light crumbly Graham cracker crust with a topping of sour cream on top. It was delicious light and fresh and well prepared/presented. This would be right at the top along with the Cheesecake Factory for this dessert. The service was fast and friendly; this is a perfect place for a great dinner, special occasions, business meeting, or a date. Highly Recommended!
(5)Matthew P.
I have eaten at several of the Ruth's Chris Steak Houses though out the US, Atlanta(all 3), Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota., you get the idea. It is hard to continue to do a great standard of food through out the country and maintain high levels of standards, yet they do that here in Michigan as well!!! The hostess are very polite and courteous, the wait staff is on point, and the food is simply amazing! Yes the decor could use an update but eh that's simple stuff! I can't say enough good things about this location. Simply awesome!
(5)Laurie C.
I asked for melted cheese and mushrooms on my steak and they gave me a bowl of mushrooms on the side with some powder stuff on my steak I won't go back not worth the money
(1)Ron C.
After a day of errands with the bride..she knew we were going out to dinner, but had no idea this was the surprise. We wheeled in & she lit up "Are we actually going here?" yes! Walked in at 4:30 on a Monday, were greeted & asked to be seated in the cozy bar versus the very large & bright dining room. Alicia warmly welcomed us & made us feel special immediately . Took our beverage order & even promoted the food & drink specials on the happy hour menu. Surprised the bride as she stepped away with a very flamboyant cosmo upon her return. Which Alicia made & delivered , it was VERY GOOD! We decided to split the 20 ounce Cowboy Cut Bone In , medium rare. And started with a harvest salad: Mixed greens with roasted corn,crispy bacon & tomatoes in a white balsamic vinaigrette,topped with goat cheese & cajun nuts. This salad was beyond perfect & the lightness of the dressing did not distract from the fresh flavors . The steak was delivered by a runner, & he offered to split the steak for us, and didn't make us feel bad either for splitting a steak. of course it was still sizzling on the double hot plates & although it was a little on the rare side he suggested to us both ..that if you turn the steak on the hot plate it wil continue to cook up & brown up, which we both tried & LOVED IT! Sean..was a roving caring guy who also stopped in often to check on anything/everything. Fabulous evening..and gave us Steak Hope again..after several misses along hall rd.
(5)Nunya B.
This review is BEYOND late, but considering how "great" this restaurant is, I think it's due. My boyfriend brought me here on Valentines Day. I wanted Flemings, but they were booked solid. The place was clean enough, but I can't remember if they don't have booths at all, or if they just didn't have any available. Either way, it cost them a star. I have to be comfortable when I enjoy my food, and being out in the open was a bit more than what I'm used to. Anyway, the waitress made us wait for awhile before bringing out water and bread. (As African Americans, we're used to this... They think we don't tip!... But we do, wink wink). She was very monotone, a significant difference from how she spoke to the table next to us. She proceeded to let us know that they were known for their "phenomenal steaks", so we both ordered their biggest fillet. That certainly got her attention, and suddenly her demeanor changed. Is it true? Could the African American couple be prepared to go all out?!? Bottom line, we were not impressed in the LEAST with these steaks. I always order my steaks medium (warm pink center), and the beau orders his medium well. They were dry, flavorless, and chewy. The sides weren't even memorable... The complete experience was more like we were at Logans... We didn't even do dessert, which is unusual for us. We always do top shelf drinks, appetizers, entree, and dessert... We were not even interested in finishing our food. We tipped her pretty well, about 22% of our $200 bill. Going forward, I think we'll skip this place and go elsewhere.
(2)Erin A.
The best Filet anywhere. It's where we go to celebrate a big success or even a holiday. Recently had Easter Dinner at the Ruth's Chris in Troy, Michigan. Make sure to try the center cut filet, spinach au gratin and berries and cream (not on the menu anymore, but they will make upon request!) A+++ Experience
(5)Anthony M.
THIS IS THE BEST STEAK HOUSE IN MICHIGAN in my humble opinion. Having said this know that I have eaten at every major steakhouse in the area including Capital Grill, Morton's, Big Rock, Ocean Prime, Ann Arbor Chophouse or Rochester or The London Downtown etc. etc. so I know what I'm talking about. Just trust me, best steak, best potato, best Blue cheese olives period. Best value?? I don't know about that, try Knights Ann Arbor if your on a budget almost as good and half the price. Peace
(5)Bill B.
"You're going WHERE?" friends who know that I'm a vegetarian would ask if I told them I was going to Ruth's Chris Steak House. I understand this. I'll confess that I felt a little like Nixon going to China. However, I had promised the Mrs. (who likes steak) that we'd go sometime and Christmas Day became sometime. Having explored the menu, I also knew that I wouldn't be SOL. The restaurant had a few different rooms. The decor was understated but powerful, suitable for high-end business meals or general affirmations of affluence. Don Draper of Mad Men would be at home here but the clientele and modes of dress actually covered a wide gamut (a few people even dressed in sweats). The waitstaff was very professional, obviously well-trained in relating to high rollers but deferential to all and sensitive to details. Our waiter proudly told us of the 1,000-degree ovens used to cook the steaks and the 500-degree plates to hold them. He also knew which vegetable dishes, soups and appetizers contained meat or meat stock. The manager visited to ensure that we were happy. These touches distinguish Ruth's Chris from an ordinary restaurant. The food continued the traditional, old money theme. Steaks are the stars here. Though most of the menu is a la carte, there are some combinations that help reduce the prices. My wife and sister-in-law each ordered one of these, which contained a petite filet and shrimp combination, salad, vegetable and dessert. They were raving about the quality of the steaks as well as their flour-less chocolate desserts. For vegetarians, Ruth's Chris provides a combination plate of three chosen sides. Mine were the potatoes Lyonnaise, sauteed mushrooms and fresh broccoli. The fried potatoes were a little thinner and more done than I prefer but the caramelized onions improved them. The mushrooms were only OK; the butter sauce was a bit nondescript. The broccoli was fine but nothing special. Actually, my favorite dishes of the evening were the beefsteak tomato and onion salad (topped with bleu cheese crumbles, red onion and vinaigrette) and the dark bread, the sweetness of which balanced the salty butter nicely. If I had to deconstruct my four-star rating of Ruth's Chris, I'd allot four stars for atmosphere, staff and desserts; five stars for meat-containing dishes and three stars for vegetarian dishes. Thus, if you are a vegetarian, this would not be an optimal choice but it is a doable one where you will be respected.
(4)Nickolaus V.
The prime rib is the best thing on the menu and when it comes on that hot plate, OMG it's so good. Also they have a epic happy hour...Worth it to eat there every time. :)
(4)Tony S.
Have you ever tried to get someone to try something new they've never had before (like filet mignon) and they refuse because they tell you they won't like it, but then because of some circumstance where someone else bought them a filet for free then all of a sudden they come to you like they discovered something new never before heard of? Yeah, I hate that. Well, my friend "discovered" Filet Mignon at Ruth Chris and gave me a $25 dollar gift card for my birthday so I could try too. 4 years later I decided to cash it in on my girlfriends birthday, here is what transpired: I called ahead to get a reservation and let them know it was my girls b-day. We got seated and from then on we were treated like King and Queen. Never before had I such service wisk and work like we were the most important thing on the planet. Right off the bat from left field a waiter comes flying in with a silver platter with an open bottle of $9 Pelligrino water steaming like Champagne that was just popped. "Care for some water??" the waiter asks. Before I could ask if we had to pay for this and could we have tap water, I see my birthday girl start in slow motion to say "sure" Me: oh my gosh. "How much is that?" Waiter, "$9 dollars" We got suckered. Now, all the other people in this place look like they finished up a round of golf with their buddies and they all had tap water. Ok. Rib-eye for me ($35), Petite filet for the petite lady. I made a mistake, don't get separate side dishes if there are 2 people. For instance, I got 2 orders of Au Gratin potatoes. This is enough for 5 people, seriously. The golf buddies shared like one of these between 4 people. I didn't notice until now, the waitress warned me but I was in la la land at the time enjoying my sparkling water. I ordered the Rib-eye medium, she ordered her filet well done. Doh!!? A Petite filet is already small, have you ever seen a Filet Mignon cooked well done? Anyways, she loved it. I think she never had better. I on the other hand 5 bites in was wondering when the WOW was going to happen. It was barely marbled, it was more like a sirloin but without the flavor. Salt helped slightly. The manager came around to ask how things were and I hadn't made up my mind yet. I think I stammered for a few seconds too long, I was almost going to complain about my cut of meat but I kept my mouth shut because i didn't want this birthday to be about me. I've had better. Maybe I should have gotten it medium rare? Maybe the chef thought we were idiots for ordering filet well done and decided I didn't deserve a good cut, or wouldn't notice? Whatever. Ma lady didn't want to appear stupid (or poor, which we almost are at this point) confidently said "yes" to more wine, without realizing it was going to cost $11 more for me. Just to let you know, I'm not cheap, I'm just not rich and for peat sake help me out a bit! Ok. When the absolutely the best waitress I've ever had in my life came around to offer the complimentary birthday cake my girlfriend said she was full and no she did not want the cake... What?! The waitress then said that she could give us a rain check on the cake. "Oh no, that's all right." ,she said. "Go ahead take the rain check", I insisted. We took the rain check. I think another instance of trying to look like we do this everyday in my opinion makes us look like we definitely don't do this everyday. I have to say it's better to be a noob than to try and pretend like we spend over $100 every weekend on dinner because when you pretend you just end up looking like a fool. $127 w/ tip (after gift card) 5 star service 1 star to the chef who thinks we're stupid so he could save the better Rib-eye for someone else, also for the bottled water trick. At least send an unopened bottle. That evens out to 3 stars. Oh, by the way I thought my date took the Potatoes in when I dropped her off at home but I discovered them in my back seat a week later (this was in the summer) PS- this was 2 years ago and I love my girlfriend.
(3)Boz D.
Do you ever check your watch to see what time it is and as soon as you put your arm down you forget what time it was, so you check again? Well that's what Ruth's Chris is for me. Been here before, forgot that it was no big deal, so we came back. The food is ok, does not justify the pricing. I ordered the filet, and the presentation of the plate was terrible. In an upscale restaurant presentation is just as important as the food. There was oil all over the plate, it looked like and felt like it sat under the heat lamp. I also had a side of the sauteed mushrooms, no big deal, they lacked flavor. On top of that THEY DON'T EVEN HAVE CARROT CAKE!!! If you want a 5 star experience I would recommend Eddie Merlot's or Morton's. This will be the last time we visit Ruth's Chris. Hopefully next time I will remember what time it is.
(2)Dee D.
My fiancé and I had dinner here a couple of days ago for the first time ever, everything was splendid except for our waitress. She was so rude & made me feel stupid when I asked her a question about my entrée. Her name is Amy, if anyone goes there and you get her as your waitress, ask for a different one.
(3)Bernice M.
I'm giving this 4 stars, but that could change. I've eaten at the Toronto, Mississauga, Niagara Falls, Chicago and Las Vegas locations. By far this is my favourite chain restaurant. The location in Troy is actually only 30 minutes away from my house, so for my birthday we decided to try it out. They have a menu that has a starter, entree, side and dessert for about $50.00. Not bad considering I usually pay $50.00 just for my piece of meat. I've never ordered the special before, and I felt that it did not live up to all my other Ruth Chris experiences. Don't get me wrong, my meal was good and I was full, but it wasn't the typical Ruth Chris experience. The staff and service were great, I just felt like something was missing. I guess you do get what you pay for. Next time I will order a la carte.
(4)Theresa W.
Been to many Ruth's Chris' in California, but first time in Troy. It was very nice. Service was great, wine selection was great, and food is good as usual. The surf and turf is a great deal, as it comes with 2 lobster tails and 1 5 oz filet. The deserts are huge, so make sure you order to share.
(5)Brandi F.
The food here is nothing short of amazing! The filets are seasoned and cooked then come to your table on a hot dish that keeps it sizzling hot the whole time! The 2lb lobster tail is hands down one of the best I have ever had. The sides are perfect for sharing too. Besides great food the staff is wonderful! Love this place and can't wait to go back
(5)Dennis K.
This place would have been great if I didn't feel like I was at a Denny's for spoiled rich kids. Instead of enjoying my meal, I had to spend the whole time overhearing some self-entitled snotty 16-year old demeaning a guy for bringing her regular water instead of sparkling. For a middle-class guy like myself who rarely gets to treat my girlfriend and myself to a high-class experience, this place simply missed the mark. The food and service were decent, but it just didn't feel like a very enjoyable experience overall in comparison to other upscale restaurants that I've visited. I hate to let one bad experience set the bar, but I'm not sure that I will be back.
(2)Kevin S.
Great food. Get the filet! You cannot go wrong with it. Brussels sprout are awesome. Even if you don't normally like them try theirs. They are made with honey butter, brown sugar, and sweet goodness. Bartenders all make good drinks. Definitely make a reservation well ahead of time. As in 4 days. It gets busy but you will get sat on time. Great place to take a date. Even though it's a chain it still is awesome. Their chef won Ruth Chris chef of the year. It shows.
(5)Amanda Z.
We had dinner here for the first time the day after Valentine's Day. They offer complimentary valet and coat check, which was nice. We were greeted and seated as soon as we walked in. Our waitress came right over, gave us a drink menu, and we asked for a few waters to get us started. So, we waited...and waited for this water...for ten minutes. It was extremely awkward. We were just sitting there - no menus or water - just waiting for our waitress to notice, as all the guys were busy. You would think at this point, when she had glanced over quite a few times that she would take it upon herself to go get a pitcher of water, since her "helper" was busy, but nope. She had us wait for him. Whatever. He finally came with our waters, she took our order, and our salads came. I had the Caesar, which was extremely good. I mean, good; fresh grated cheese, fresh lettuce...definitely up to par. My fiance' got the house salad, which came with a pile of fried onions on top of it in stack form. It was awkward to eat. We both ordered steak, of course, which came out on a really hot butter plate. The nice thing was that the plate kept the steak warm throughout the entire meal...but it was HOT the entire meal. I had to blow on each piece for a substantial amount of time before I could even eat it. The steak, however, was awesome. It was perfectly cooked (who knew there was a thing called medium+? it was perfect) and seasoned. I had enough to take half of it home that night. We ordered a side of lyonnaise potatoes, which were pretty dry and hardly had any spice to them. I wasn't impressed. We skipped dessert and headed out. While we were there, the manager did come around and check on us, which was nice to see. So, was it good? For the most part. Was it worth $130? Not at all.
(3)Holly S.
I had the surf and turf with a side of creamed spinach that was to die for! The calamari was super tender and flavorful. The chocolate peanut butter dessert was amazing too. Pricey but a good little "teat yourself to a good meal" kinda place.
(5)Julie V.
5/5 FIVE OUT OF FIVE!!!!! Ughhhhhh so so sooooo good. This place is utter perfection. I'm extremely snobby when it comes to one things: steak. Extremely picky. No Red Lobster's steak is a nuisance to society. I had the Filet and oh my goodness, just there was that crust on the outside, perfectly pink on the inside, and the seasoning was not too overpowering but enough. Don't even get me going on the feel of the streak. The steak is so soft and crispy on the outside and I'm pretty sure I'm drooling as I remember my meal from an hour ago. On the side we had fresh asparagus with hollandaise sauce and mushrooms as well as mashed potatoes. Everything was delicious. There was nothing that I did not like. The asparagus was tender and the sauce was buttery and silky. The mushrooms were cooked perfectly and the sauté sauce that went on top was just to die for. The mashed potatoes was so UGHHH JUST CAN WE TALK ABOUT MASHED PERFECTION BECAUSE IM PRETTY SURE THAT IS WHAT IT WAS! And then to dessert right?? How does the best creme brûlée you have ever eaten sound??? Make sure to get 2. The bread pudding was eh. Sort of like French toast to be perfectly honest. Or maybe I don't have a palate for bread pudding but it was not half bad. Well at least it was pretty. ANYWAYS. PLEASE DO YOUR STOMACH A FAVOR AND GO HERE. I SWEAR TO GOD YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED WHATEVER IT IS YOU CHOOSE. Also service was impeccable.
(5)Dick E.
I feel like this place is overpriced and overhyped. I also do not like the way some of the steaks are seasoned. People rave about the zip sauce or whatever, I don't like putting a lot of different stuff on my steak. I'm a true meaty flavor lover. I despise people who get a nice cut of steak well done and ask for extra zip sauce and A1 or whatever else to dip it in. Might as well go to a local diner and order whatever they have on the menu. Anyways, I would've given this place 3 1/2 stars because the cuts they use are good, but the prices brought it to the 2 that it's at.
(2)Jaccob D.
There are so many great steak places on this side of town. But Ruth's Chris has a good name and good food. Service is always great with a classy, and upscale atmosphere. Will go back many times a year.
(4)James G.
We have enjoyed some good meals here, and we particularly like the happy hour specials offered in the bar. Unfortunately, this location has a policy of putting "Reserved" signs on several of the few tables that are available in the bar. Sometimes they will just remove those signs and let you sit there, but tonight we were told the only available table was "reserved". In the bar, at happy hour? When there are people standing there ready to take a seat? I can understand reserved tables in the dining room, but letting tables stand vacant in a crowded bar is a waste of space, and is disrespectful of customers who are actually on the premises. I'm not sure why they think this is a good idea, but it has soured us on the restaurant, and we have been long time loyal customers. We'll go somewhere else next time.
(2)Nichole S.
I must say, I travel routinely and have visited many Ruth's Chris Steakhouses in many cities (Atlanta, Chicago, Columbia...to name a few). The RC in Troy is by far the best I've ever been to. The executive chef there is simply amazing. This is hands down my husband and I's favorite restaurant. I would give it 6 stars if I could. Always consistent!!!
(5)Rachel M.
I've debated on giving this place a 4 or 5 star review. I would say 4.5 if I could. Our food was delicious and the service was exceptional. It was dead here (on a weekend) yet our service never lacked due to any servers wanting to "get out of there". I hate that, so big thumbs up for that. The food was well cooked and seasoned. The menu isn't cheap, no duh, but you easily get what you pay for and it's not ridiculously high either. We chose from a sort of prix fixe type menu (I can't remember what they called it) which we generally do not do but the selections allowed for a delicious meal and add-ons were not a problem. Some things that jump out were the crabmeat stuffed mushrooms... we fought over those. The drink menu was also very nice. I tried a Manhattan Eastside and I really enjoyed. Also, our desserts were to die for. My only lacking star is simply for the fact that there are other steak houses I like just as much if not a tad more with a tad lesser price. I admit I'm a bit jaded and sometimes I really need my socks knocked off... I still recommend and I will be back.
(4)Maggie Margaret G.
Omg! Love this place! Best place for steak hands down! Best happy hour hands down! I have always great service fantastic food and delicious drinks shared with great company at this restaurant! It's not cheap but its worth EVERY penny! I could go on and on about my love affair with this place but I won't. I suggest you just go and experience how delicious the food is, how warm and inviting the atmosphere is and you too will be a Ruth Chris devotee!
(5)Crystal P.
I've eaten here several times and was just here a month ago, but this experience didn't sit very well with me. I don't mind spending my money on what I like, but I was underwhelmed this time around. When I arrived, I told the hostess my name and alerted her that I had a reservation. She looked at me strangely and said that nothing could be found in their system. I showed her my email confirmation and she continued to look dumbfounded but said that we could be seated momentarily. Typically when I come, I order the barbecue shrimp appetizer, filet mignon, asparagus, au gratin potatoes and I swish it down with a Sprite mixed with cranberry juice, no ice. This time, I was going to get the barbecue shrimp entrée which comes with twice the shrimp as the appetizer, but it includes mashed potatoes. I asked if I could have au gratin potatoes instead since they're the same price. I was told it could not happen which is very, very disappointing. Needless to say, instead of spending the $80-95 I normally spend on myself, I spent $53 and that's only because I got dessert. I guess I'll be taking my dollars to Ocean Prime or Capital Grille instead.
(2)Elizabeth T.
Service is perfection and only adds to an incredible meal. It's hard to go wrong with anything you order.
(5)Tom A.
My favorite high-end steakhouse to go out to. Tried a few other new ones in the area, and although the ambience might be more "updated", I don't think that many places offer a steak quite like Ruth's Chris. I wouldn't be able to offer a review on much other than the filet, but I have never left Ruth's Chris disappointed with the food or the service!
(4)C M.
Rave reviews for 2 recent Happy Hour visits to Ruth's Chris Steak House. Service was top notch and everything we tried from the Happy Hour menu was excellent! You can order from the regular menu in the large, intimate cocktail lounge and many neighboring tables did, but we have been perfectly happy with the ahi, lobster, crab cake sandwich (with outstanding zucchini fries) and mushroom-tenderloin salad ordered off the Happy Hour menu (until 6:30). We celebrated a 60th birthday and our wonderful server had the chef write Happy Birthday on the plate of our chosen dessert - Chocolate Sin Cake! We also loved - loved!!! - their deep dish apple pie. Wow! Next time we plan to try the steak sandwich - seems like it is a big hit among diners from the number of them we saw served throughout the lounge during our "dinner" last time. If you love the cherries in a sweet Manhattan, you must try Ruth's with Luxardo cherries! And their Happy Hour gin and tonic is spiced with ginger - so very tasty. An excellent meal at a very reasonable price!
(5)Chris F.
Best steak I have ever had in my life! Great service. This a classy place to go for an anniversary or to celebrate something special. Price is a little high but it's what you would expect to pay for a nice dinner. Never had a bad meal here, one time we did get a gazpacho soup without knowing what it was, after returning to our table the waitress could tell we were not eating it so she replaced it with a different soup for me and my wife!
(5)David R.
Been to several Ruth Chris, and this one was a big disappointment. Ordered the porter house for two medium, our usual and got a well done one that had a lot of fat, not what we were expecting. Not worth $87.00. After talking to the manager, it was removed from our bill. They offered to make us another one, but the truth was it would not have mattered.
(1)Ben R.
Food was great, service started out good until large party came in and we were forgotten.....not sure we would go back to this location.
(3)James S.
Just moved back home from Dallas where I frequented Ruth Chris on Dallas north tollway. I was very pleased to find that there was a Ruth Chris here. I was not disappointed great steaks great food great service I will absolutely be back I am a lifetime customer.
(4)Violet S.
I really enjoyed this place. We sat in a very cozy booth that seemed private. My friend had a steak and wanted a certain sauce that they used in another state's Ruth's Chris. The waiter said they didn't serve that but did ask the chef to make it for him which was nice. The fish I had was excellent. We had the potatoes and spinach which were delicious. Our martinis were great (had a chocolate type martini). Amazing food, professional wait service, romantic atmosphere! What more could you ask for? Recommend this place.
(5)Hanna S.
Better than Cameron's, not good as Capital grill.
(4)Kristopher S.
I wish there were an option for two and a half. This place is overrated, and criminally overpriced. To have "US Prime" in their logo, yet use USDA Choice for their Filet is false advertising, and seeing that I can go to Lelli's or Andiamo and get a PRIME Filet for the same price(with a Salad, Pasta, Soup, etc.), it makes Ruth's Chris an absolute rip-off. For 35-40 bucks, all you get is the steak. No salad, no side....just a steak. And if you want a Prime Filet, like myself, you're going to be disappointed. For those that don't know the difference, Prime is a much higher quality cut of meat than Choice. Prime melts in the mouth, while Choice is a tad chewier. The only thing that I felt justified in paying for were the PHENOMENAL sweet potatoes. The steak is highway robbery, for a low quality cut. Go to Lelli's or Andiamo's (or any place that serves Prime beef) for steak. Service was good, and I give it about two and a half stars.
(2)Anthony B.
I've been here a few times, always had the filet, and never had one better than theirs. For those who don;t like their steaks here never had a filet, all the complaints are for other steaks. If you go here get a filet. Also, order any side dish with cheese, don't order anything else, it is enough for 2 people. The happy hour menu is great too, the $7 burger and fries is better and cheaper than champps. Frank in the bar is great and takes good care of all his customers.
(5)Melissa J.
the happy hour special here is great. i have the tenderloin skewers and they were delicious. I have never had dinner here...yet but it is definitely on my radar now.
(4)Chris M.
Good steak and I don't ever usually eat steak but I could eat steak here anytime. Good vibe and atmosphere. Although the salad got my wife's stomach a lil upset
(3)Paul D.
Cleanliness...5 Food...5 Service...5 Price...1 Meal, Service was 100%...The place was spotless but the pricing was out of this world HIGH...
(4)Carlos S.
Ruth's Chris is one of my girlfriend's and mine go to staples. We love going out to try new places, but sometimes as you all know it's a bit of a gamble. If it's too new, a lot of times the kinks haven't worked out. If it's an old neighborhood joint, sometimes we feel alienated. We are both in the service industry ourselves, so we are a little more critical than most when it comes to going out to eat, and the fact that we go to this place on a somewhat regular basis speaks tons. The main reason why we do love this Ruth's Chris is consistency. We had a great experience the first time around, and have not been disappointed since. Being that it's a chain restaurant is really the only reason why I didn't give it a full five stars, the servers are a little pushy sometimes, but again, this is also what I do for a living so I am a little more sensitive to "suggestive selling", and I hate being sold to. Some other high end steak houses may have "fancier" steaks, preparations, sides, cooking techniques, wine lists, etcetera, but Ruth's Chris has a nice balance, and most importantly, consistency.
(4)Jac P.
Great steak, atmosphere, and wine! Service was awesome too! :)
(4)Torrie M.
"You've got to try Ruth Chris," "OMG, Ruth Chris is so good," and "He proposed at Ruth Chris!" were just a few comments that preceded my visit to Ruth Chris Steak House. What better time, than Troy Restaurant Week to finally try it out. I started things off with a pomengranite martini. It tasted fantastic, and the sugar rim was delectible. Next, I ordered the Lobster Bisque, my mom had the Michigan Salad and my dad tried a Caesar Salad to start out. Everything was really good. My soup not as thick as I would have liked but that did not stop me from cleaning my bowl (as well as the yummy lobster chunks). My dad's Caesar was so fresh, and he said it was the best caesar salad he's ever had! My mom loved her Michigan salad, complete with nuts and berries. Our plates were clean in no time. For my entree, I ordered the 6 oz filet and shrimp along with mashed potatoes. DELISH! The steak was cooked to perfection and the shrimp were seasoned so well in a fantastic lemon butter sauce. My dad ordered the 12 oz filet and only left behind a bone :) For dessert, my parents had the key lime pie, which came in an adorable pie tart with key lime filling, whipped cream, and a lime. I had the Chocolate Pots de Creme, which was lite chocalate custard with whipped cream and berries. Needless to say by the end of the night we were stuffed!! I can't wait to go back and try some of the other fantastic entrees and desserts. Ruth Chris was all that I had heard, and more!
(5)Rick M.
This is a great cheap little diner, perfect for quick lunches and ...wait wrong review. This a great expensive steakhouse, perfect for special occasions when a perfectly cooked chunk of meat is required. The filet was amazing. One of the best steaks I ever had. My wife's chicken (I know right, but she just doesn't like steak) was super good too. The salad was not bad but the Lobster bisque was quite delish. Both the mashed potatoes and broccoli were very vey good. The mashed were the super creamy variety. The bread was ok, nothing special. The dessert (chocolate sin cake) was pretty good but that's really not my thing anyway. The beer menu wasn't great but if your a fan of the vino the wine menu was redonk! Again though nothing cheap. In fact I don't think you can get a glass of cab for less than $9.50. The place itself was pretty meh in terms of decor and style. There is a private lot and available valet parking. I would def go back and get more steak here but it's not someplace I would go very often just because of the price. We went for restaurant week and still dropped over $100 and I only had one drink.
(4)Donald P.
This is one of my favorite restaurants. I like the cleanliness, the ambiance and the friendliness of the staff. Most importantly, I enjoy the food. The food (especially the steaks) have great flavor and prepared just as you like it. The way I feel about this restaurant has apparently rubbed off on my daughter. She constantly ask her fiance to take her there. Lol!
(4)Dale A.
I had the perfect medium rare steak. They weren't kidding your steak stays hot from the first bite to the last. Perfect place for a date night, If you don't mind spending the extra money.
(5)Troy B.
Steak was ok not as good as I thought it would of been from a steakhouse of this caliber. The drinks saved it for me! Great specialized mixed drinks!
(4)Rick D.
My girlfriend, mother and I dined at the Troy, Michigan Ruth's Chris at 630PM on a Sunday. Reservations were made via yelp and were absolutely trouble free. I would say that the decor of the dining room was seriously dated, if it had any real decor at all. I was transported back to the many dinners I've had to suffer through at a convention, where the conference room is turned into a makeshift dining room by the addition of tables and dimmed lighting. And it was LOUD. We were seated next to what seemed like a birthday party of about 20 people. The concepts of fine dining and fine parenting had apparently escaped this bunch, as the children were allowed to chase each other about and hammer on their plates with their silverware. Their dress and manner would have attracted management attention at Chuck E Cheese. On the bright side, the group did provide me with an opportunity to window shop if I ever decide to spring for a neck tattoo in loving memory of some local hoodlum. For an appetizer, we shared the spicy lobster tempura. Very nice, with just enough spice not to overwhelm the subtleties of the lobster. We each greatly enjoyed the Harvest Salad. Nicely balanced flavor and textural elements, all dressed as perfectly as a salad can be. I could swear they painted the balsamic dressing on each leaf by hand. The sides of creamed spinach and asparagus with hollandaise were solid. The steaks were crap. The bone-in ribeyes that my girlfriend and I ordered medium-rare were both medium-well. I had the temerity to send mine back. A new one was produced, this time presented by the tuxedo-clad manager. (Was he expecting the rat pack to drop in?) This steak was indeed medium-rare, but not at all seasoned, and had little to no marbling. Prime? I hardly think so. In the restaurant's favor, they did comp the one steak, since it had interrupted the rhythm of the meal. I am a big fan of Ruth's Chris. Just not this particular Ruth's Chris.
(2)S W.
Excellent steakhouse that does an amazing filet. We had 3 filets at our table all that were done to perfection. The spinach and mashed potatoes were excellent sides. The wine list is both extensive and impressive. The only thing preventing a 5 star rating is the restaurant is a bit noisy and not every seating area offers a personal feel.
(4)John W.
Wasn't impressed with the service. I felt like the waiter would be more suited for Chilis than a high end steak house. No explanation of the menu or anything. Food was OK nothing spectacular for the price. Plus the Valet jumped all over us for not using them and parking ourselves. Not a way to "greet the customer". Won't be back.
(1)N W.
We dined here recently for Thanksgiving dinner. The food was good (not great) just good. Spectularly overpriced for what we received - 3 small thinly sliced turkey pieces, and a choice of 2 (small) sides and maybe a tablespoon of cranberries. All this was served on a small plate, piled on top of each other (turkey and stuffing with a dollop of gravy). It was lukewarm when we received it. Service was just ok and am not sure if it was due to the fact that our waitress had to work that day or what, however I was not impressed at all with service. On top of that, the server at the table next to us piled up the dishes so high on the side table, that they toppled over in a noisy mess on the floor next to us. Ugh! Was not impressed at all (and have been here twice before with likewise type of service). Will definitely not be back and will not recommend this place.
(3)Rachel K.
I went to Ruth Chris last night as a first-timer. I've always wanted to go there but had no real reason (other than to eat a great steak), but with Troy Restaurant Week going on this week and all the restaurants participating offering "special" prices, I decided to make reservations. Ruth Chris normally has a dinner special, at $49~ per person, that offers a salad, entree, and dessert, but during restaurant week, it was $30 per person. Not a bad deal, getting a $60 dinner for two, that would normally have been $100. I ordered the 12 oz NY Strip Steak and my boyfriend had the filet and shrimp. Both were DELICIOUS. Plate comes out smoking hot and there's melted butter to make the steak even more delicious. I also had the Michigan Salad, with blue cheese, cranberries, apples, and pecans, which was also a home run. Side dishes included mashed potatoes and a sweet potato casserole with candied pecans on top. Dessert was chocolate mousse and a carrot cake. I'd go to Ruth Chris again in a second. It was a little bit weird how much attention each server paid to us, from the hostess to the person that pours the water to the guy who brings the bread to the manager who asks how your meal is. I felt like a little kid in a big person's world. But I also eat mostly at Taco Hut, so... This is the perfect place to go when your work is paying for the meal, your parents are paying for the meal, or a potential ex boyfriend is paying for the meal.
(4)Sandra M.
My friend took me to this place for dinner and was nothing like Capital Grill, pricey but not worth it, service ok nothing amazing. Not coming back.
(2)Jennifer H.
This was the third steak house in the local trifecta of famous steak houses that we've wanted to try since we moved here: The Capital Grille (which we tried last year), Morton's Steakhouse (which we tried last week), and now Ruth's Chris. To give a tiny bit of background, we didn't have a babysitter, so we had to decide if our desire to try Ruth's Chris during [the cheaper] Restaurant Week outweighed our desire to not be THOSE parents (even though we were 98% sure our almost-14-month-old toddler would be just fine). I even took an informal Facebook poll of my friends, and 1/3 said NO DON'T TAKE HIM and 2/3 said YES OF COURSE TAKE HIM, so taking those results into consideration, we decided to try it. And he was the perfect little quiet smiling happy giggling toddler. The whole time. Everyone who walked by smiled at him and/or had to stop and say hi to him/us and/or tell us how good he was or how cute he was. Our waitress loved him ("a grandma of five" she told us). We did get desserts to go, though, because he was starting to get a little fussy, but we probably could have stayed. I'm really glad we went. (And I didn't see a stink eye from anyone!) So, onto our experience and my rating. How did it fare within the trifecta? I'd say better than Morton's but not as good as Capital Grille. (Although I joked to hubby that we really SHOULD try Capital Grille again since it was over a year ago that we were there! I mean, for honest-to-goodness comparison's sake.) /evil grin/ The valet parking was on par with the other restaurants. Surprisingly (or, not surprisingly), we didn't receive ANY stink eyes from anyone when we entered and gave our names, which impressed me since before I had kids, I would have given the stink eye to someone bringing in a small child to a fancy restaurant. We were seated within minutes and were graciously redirected to a more out-of-the-way table at my request (just so the high chair wouldn't be in the way of servers). The restaurant was fairly empty when we were seated a bit before 5:30, but it gradually filled up, although by the time we left around 6:30 it still wasn't full. We could tell a lot of the diners were also there for the Restaurant Week specials. The atmosphere didn't have as much of an "old boy's club" feel as The Capital Grille and Morton's did...it seemed a bit more contemporary. Our waitress was great, and made us feel at ease for bringing a toddler. Although he was being good, we didn't want to chance it, so quickly placed our order, starting with the calamari appetizer that wasn't included in the special three-course meal. But wow, was it worth it. It was really very good, with a nice percentage of tentacles if you like that part (which we do). And you have to love the wrapped lemon so you don't get seeds when you squeeze. My medium-rare filet and hubby's rare ribeye were cooked to perfection, and I looooooved the melted butter over the top, although the steaks were so hot that by the time it got to the table, it had melted completely. The steaks were nicely seasoned, with just salt and pepper, and were brought on sizzling 500 degree plates (which we learned were washed and kept in the oven). The plates were still so hot that you could actually cook your rare meat just a little by holding it against the plate! My side of sweet potato casserole was amazingly good--not overly sweet but sweet enough that it tasted like dessert (always a plus in my book). Hubby had the broccoli, which looked great (although I didn't try it), and the portion sizes of both were what a typical side should be--not a "family style" portion--so that I didn't feel stuffed to the gills when finishing the dish. Our waters were kept filled lightning-quick, which in my book is worth one star alone! And our waitress didn't bat an eye when we asked for more whole milk for our son, who had drained his entire sippy cup. The entire staff was warm and welcoming, and more than a few came over to our table to say hi to our son (who was behaving wonderfully)--or at the very least smile and/or wave to him as they walked by. We got our desserts to go, and our bill was brought quickly. As I should have expected from similar treatment at the other steak houses, our waitress also took our valet ticket so our car would be ready...but I am still not used to it so it always comes as a nice surprise. Overall it was a wonderful experience, and we are VERY glad we decided to tempt fate and bring the kidlet. The service was outstanding from entrance to exit, the food was impressive (and I have yet to even try the dessert!), and the ambiance was distinguished but casual. There was nothing--not even one microscopic reason--to knock off a star. And we can't wait to go back. P.S. I just realized I forgot to mention the bread (warm and yummy with butter) or our soups (hubby's seafood gumbo and my crab and corn chowder) which were all delicious as well. :)
(5)Sam B.
I went here for the first time yesterday for my 1 year anniversary. The food was delicious and prepared just the way I asked. It had a nice atmosphere with the employees and the lighting. I ordered the Filet medium rare and it was cooked perfectly. My girlfriend ordered the stuffed chicken breast. We were sharing each others food trying to decide what was better. The place can get a little pricey but for special occasions it definitely is a place to check out.
(5)Colin T.
Here's what your waiter will tell you: Ruth's Chris serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800° oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table. My recommendations are Calamari for an appetizer and Creme Brulee for dessert. Pick a steak and/or seafood combo for dinner and enjoy!
(4)Sarah M. B.
I will say for the major steakhouses in the area, at Ruths you will get the most bang for your buck... definitely more reasonably priced than other places in the Bham area, but I think I know why... Service: was very good, althou our waitress looked like she had just rolled out of bed after a 24 drunken binge...huge bags under the eyes, etc. while she was clean and did a good job, the lighting in the place did her no favors. First impressions, ya know? Great wine list, and our red wine was delicious and not acid tasting. The complimentary loaf of barley warmed, not that fresh, while bread was not so fab. They have a good deal going on for 39.95 you get a salad, filet with shrimp and dessert....not bad at all, however... -The salad was pretty much as basic as it could get, while it was fresh and large and my blue cheese dressing was good-there just wasn't much else to it...onion and tomato and crutons, really... -The shrimp that came with my dish....it was ok...I have seen bigger shrimp at COSTCO-maybe it was because I ordered the special deal and they save the small, unimpressive shrimp for those people...I dunno, it was just bland... -The filet...it was cooked perfectly to my liking BUT the fact it came on a sizzling plate of butter makes me question the quality of the meat. I mean, it was good BUT why did it have to be so 'doctored' up?? A great filet doesn't need to be cooked or doused with butter to make it tender....maybe it's their age old recipe and all but in my book great beef doesn't need need a butter sauce. Dessert-our meal came with a sample carrot cake and chocolate mouse thing....mouse thing was ok and the carrot cake was great. I ordered some sinful chocolate cake, which was like a flourless cake-it was very rich and good, but I wasn't crazy insane about it. I feel the dessert menu is weak compared to other comparable places. Overall, despite what it sound like, I did enjoy my meal. It was a hell of a deal for all the food we got...however, I see myself willing to spend a few extra bucks and heading to Cameron's, Flemings or Capital Grille(ok so CG would be a LOT of extra bucks) over Ruth's....of course, if someone wanted to treat me to Ruth's I wouldn't object.
(3)Charlie P.
Every once in a while, I decide I'm worth droppin a hundred bucks for dinner, and Ruth Chris never disappoints! Maureen works the bar Sunday nights, and always provides excellent service, and a generous pour. My favorite is the Cowboy Rib-Eye, done medium rare.
(4)Scott S.
Unreal service. Phenomenal steak. Great prices. Highly recommend it. Best restaurant out there. No complaints at all. Services was awesome. Our server Alex was great and friendly.
(5)Kim V.
Steak is just as wonderful and perfect as you expect it to be. The house salad is amazing. My husband enjoyed the lobster bisque but not best he has had. The sides are not anything to brag about. The southwest mac and cheese tasted like velveta. The mushrooms we could make at home for 1/16th the price. Appetizers over priced. Deserts were delicious.
(4)Katie C.
By far the most delicious steaks around. They might not have everything perfect but they sure have perfected how to cook a steak. The steak comes out to you on a sizzling plate and just simply seasoned with butter, salt, pepper, and parsley. If you get the Fillet ( like I did) you have to barely cut it and it will melt in your mouth. The potato comes out huge as well as the sides. I ordered the yummy buttered green beans and roasted garlic, and the beans were still a little crisp so they had a bite and the garlic was just so sweet. The service was awesome. Our waters were constantly filled and so were our beverages. I also enjoyed that they gave me a black napkin when wearing a blue dress. Some places don't have this option and then you end up with lint all over you. I am not sure if this is normal but Ruth Chris has a special going on. For $40 you can get a soup or salad, a meat of your choice, a side to your liking, and a chocolate cake dessert. This is a great option for those that want to try a little of everything. Luckily they allow you to upgrade to different choices if you don't like their offerings. Fortunately if you have never been there everything on the menu is great. The French Onion soup is to die for! The amount of sherry in the soup is awesome and it gives it that rich depth that you look for in such a basic soup. Lastly, I love the option of upgrading your dessert. They call it a chocolate souffle cake, but better known has a yummy cupcake with a scoop of vanilla is what you get with your $40 meal. For $3 you can upgrade to a huge cheesecake, apple pie deliciousness, or some silky creme brulee! Honestly Ruth Chris got 5 stars because of the taste of their steaks, if you want the entire ambiance and presentation of a steakhouse then stick with Morton's.
(5)Jackie T.
I didn't know this place was a chain. I might have gone in more skeptical. That said, my first meal (birthday dinner) was incredible. I can still remember all the flavors, years later. I went with a strip steak and mashed potatoes for dinner and the creme brulee for dessert. That was the true surprise - I didn't expect dessert to be such a home run in a steak joint. Definitely one of the best brulees in town! Perfect crust and creamy vanilla center. Service was impeccable, as expected for the pricepoint. I prefer Ruth's to Capital Grille, Morton's or Cameron's. I'll definitely return.
(5)Matt W.
It's a steakhouse for rich people. Of course it's good. Of course it's expensive. It's a steakhouse for rich people!
(5)lauren p.
We recently ate here and we really enjoyed our visit. I am a vegan and was surprised to see that they do offer a vegan plate which consists of 3 veggies/potato side dishes. The staff was extremely polite and very accomidating. I wasnt overly impressed with the building or decor, it was somewhat dated. If you are looking a modern trendy restaurant, this is not the place for you. RC is much more classic.
(4)Denmark S.
I love a good steak. And, this place is the best of the major steak chains. The food was great and the portions were large. Oh yeah the place is expensive, but you gotta spoil yourself every now and again. I highly recommend this place.
(5)Jean H.
We recently had dinner here with friends. We hadn't been there in a while and were seated in the bar area. Although noisy at first it became a delightful place to eat dinner after the crowds were seated. Our waitress Maureen was amazing with great advice. She really knows and loves the menu (and food!). We had the beef Carpaccio ... If you try nothing else get this! Incredible presentation, heavenly flavors accompanied by dressed greens, capers and onions. It was the best thing we've ever had here. We had lamb chops and the cowboy ribeye.. both were overcooked for med rare, but not to the point of having to send them back The special veg was Roasted Brussels sprouts and they were okay but overpowered by bacon. Lyonnaise potatoes were good the mushrooms were particularly flavorful; better than we expected. For dessert, the bread pudding was great according to my guests. We ended it with port wine and a smile. A great experience!
(4)Jason B.
This was my first visit to Ruth's Chris. While the steak was excellent, the side dishes and salad were uninspired. Our server was attentive and knew the menu from front to back but seemed a bit rushed through her delivery. Ambiance of the front of the house is certainly nicer than the corporate dining room setting in back. I was surprised to be seated in a booth that had a tear in the seating surface, that has to be an easy fix no?
(3)M V.
Wow. That is all I can really say. We have been to a few nice steak houses in the area and this place has the most delicious steak around. When first dining here, I was a little taken back by the prices (considering it is a chain), but that soon went away with the first bite. I always go for the rib-eye and the girlfriend gets the fillet. Both are simply amazing and very filling. Be prepared to spend over $100 easy for two people though. Great for a special occasion or to splurge.
(5)Lisa S.
I love this place! If you want the best steak you've ever tasted you must try the filet here!!!! Everything is ala carte, and a bit on the pricey side but well worth the money!!! Service has always been outstanding and like I said best steak ever! It is hot til the very last bite, but be careful on your first or you'll burn your mouth. I have had the lobtster tail here in the past I recommend you stick with the steak, it was a bit tough and dry. Highly recommend this place for beef lovers! Selection of wine was also good and if you don't know wine they are very helpful. This has become our special dinner out favorite! Birthdays, anniversary, end of a tough week, lol. Love it!!!
(5)Marco B.
Great place, great service and the best steaks in town.
(5)Joe T.
I haven't been here in a long time. I am not a wealthy man, but if I were I'd probably come here a lot. They really know how to handle your meat. Hey-yo! My Grandma thought the server we had there looked like Carry Grant. I'm not all that familiar with his work, but the waiter was very nice. I've always wondered about the name. I think its like when you have two friends named Paul, and one of them you know because he's Becky's best friend from high school, and the other one plays on Mike's hockey team. Like: "I saw Paul at the movies. We both saw Diary of a Wimpy Kid." "So the material was pretty familiar to you? Wait do you mean BECKY's PAUL or MIKE'S PAUL?" "Eff off and I mean BECKY's PAUL." I think that's how they mean it. Great steaks either way.
(5)Andrea C.
Sizzling plates, excellent service, all for a price - what you expect to pay at a place like this. They have raised the bar for other steak houses that think they have this kind of class. My friend and I enjoyed spoiling ourselves with dinner here, both of us enjoying the Filet and Shrimp cooked medium with a side of mushrooms and sharing a side of potatoes. (Sharing with 2-3 people is still enough for a hearty serving). I have a gluten allergy and was thrilled they had a menu with gluten free recommendations, and were willing to make mild modifications to menu items so that I too could enjoy. They were so sensitive to the allergy, the took it upon themselves to let me know my salad would be mixed in a separate bowl to ensure no cross-contamination. The "Sin" chocolate cake for dessert was AMAZING. This was my first visit to this steak house, walked right in - no reservation needed. (Weeknight around 530-600). Clearly pricey, but the service and quality food is worth it once in awhile.
(5)Andrew S.
Took my special lady to eat here to celebrate us getting into university together. I loved my steak and the exotic mushroom side(and i'm picky about mushrooms). Everything we ordered was delicious and of course the service was amazing as always for fancy places like this. Expensive but you get a perfect steak and experience.
(5)Lizzy N.
Great steak! Ruth's Chris is known for their steak and rightfully so. I loved their steak and had an appetizer, salad, and dessert that were excellent as well. The service was great and busy of course on Valentine's Day but we were never neglected. I'd eat here again.
(4)Sheri H.
I have been here a few times and have only ever had one small critique. Did not care for the asparagus with hollandaise. Asparagus was a bit overcooked and lacked in seasoning. Overall however, this place is fantastic. The service is bar none and I have yet to find any like it anywhere. The ribeye-which is the only steak I ever order and by far my favorite-is always cooked to perfection and perfectly seasoned. I will never forget the first bite the first time I went. I literally put down my utensils, sat back and just chewed. Was just amazing! Absolutely delicious!!! Great side dish selection. The onion rings were fantastic. The creamed spinach is pretty good-mine is better-but still good. The potato dishes are well made and well seasoned. I'm always too full by the end of the meal to really bother with dessert, but the couple of times I have ordered them they have been tasty. Would definitely go there more often if it weren't so pricey. But, you get what you pay for and so I will have to wait for the next special occasion. Must try for sure!
(5)Renee P.
I live by Ruth's Chris.. Which means I live by Fleming's, Cameron's, Big Rock.. The Capital Grill, Mortons.. and I am a HUGE carnivore.. have been to them all- The only place I want to go is Ruth's Chris. I like the atmosphere (you can wear GOOD jeans and a decent shirt) and yes, I even take my VERY well behaved 9 and 5 year old here.. early dinner though- I do respect the 7:00 and later crowd :-) This is the ONLY place that gets the steaks PERFECTLY right and not a bunch of butter or other stuff... (don't get me started on Flemings.. can't even taste the steak through the butter and seasoning and the NAME Fleming kinda bothers me now that I think of it!!) As with most places.. I will never go here on Valentines day or any other day that they would be very busy- I did have a long wait about 2 years ago - about an hour with a reservation on Valentines day and we were rushed ...were asked like "You don't want dessert, right" - they seemed to have a very full lobby of people waiting for a table and the guilt of seeing all of those people waiting after we waited for an hour... - Just don't go on a busy day!! (Or if you do.. go EARLY!!) Yes, a glass of wine does cost $11.. it does everywhere out here.. you should see out taxes!!!!!!!!!!
(5)Chris C.
Service was slow for the amount of staff they have. Paul forgot to bring me my refill of Coke and he glared at me when I asked for hot tea, like I was from another planet. The one in San Francisco was a little better in regards to Service. The lobster bisque was TOO salty. Not sure if I want to come back.
(2)Brian B.
Why would anybody in there right mind consider this restaurant. Maybe if you had a Groupon and you wanted to take your 90yr old mother-in-law that you had no fondness for. The food was below average. It I am going to a "fancy" restaurant I expect to have something equal to what I can make at home if not hopefully better. The atmosphere reminded me of a catering hall that was designed by someone that loved the color beige. The bus boys hovered around like mosquitoes over a moss pond (there is a line between attentive and overkill). The waiter that served us did his job and just that. I was shocked they would allow his to serve people with his shirt mushrooming out of his pants and his sleeves rolled up like he was going to make the meal himself. We started with the steak house salad which was a handful of arugula salad that someone did not wash before they served it (or maybe it was dropped on the floor first) with boxed croutons from Costco- Nothing like was on the menu. They served my filet and lobster on a dish that was still cooking my meal while in front of me (third degree burns it touched). The cut of filet seemed more like a foot than a filet. The sides were canned mushrooms undercooked with melted butter and whipped butter to be made to look like garlic mashed potatoes. This mess of a restaurant does not deserve the one star I am going to give but it is the lowest allowed.
(1)Brian M.
What can I say-great staff-excellent menu and fantastic atmosphere.
(5)Sari G.
My favorite steak place in Michigan. It's expensive but so worth it.
(5)Susan W.
We had dinner last week at Ruth's Chris and were delighted. We left The Whitney in Detroit after 30 minutes of being completely ignored by the wait staff. All dressed up with nowhere to go, we opted for Ruth's Chris and were treated like royalty. Our waitress, Alesse, and all of the staff were absolutely attentive and helpful. The food was excellent. We had the calamari appetizer, filet of beef, and the mashed potatoes. Everything was wonderful; love those seared steakhouse steaks! They completely salvaged our evening.
(5)Whitney N.
Everything was perfect. My husband and I went for the first time for our anniversary last night. We ordered off the 'Ruth's Classics' selection, where you get an individual starter, entree, side, and desert for $40 or $50 dollars per person. I ordered the harvest salad, sirloin filet with shrimp, and the butternut squash. The salad was excellent, the filet melted in my mouth, and the squash was a great seasonal side. My husband had the chophouse salad, the Ribeye, and the garlic mashed potatoes. He had nothing but praise for his meal too! Not only did everything taste superb, but it also was presented beautifully. For us, it was an expensive treat, but it was absolutely the best meal we have EVER had. Bar none!
(5)Angela H.
Excellent food and superb service! The courses were each delicious and the service was fluid. We were not rushed and enjoyed a wonderful evening! This is a spectacular place to celebrate an anniversary, or simply enjoy an amazing dinner.
(5)Matthew A.
The service was attentive but a bit more familiar than I would prefer for that kind of restaurant. We each got the petite filet shrimp meal. The harvest salad was good, corn chowder was ok and the sides were not up to par when compared to the other steak houses in the area. My filet was too fatty, which is uncommon for filet. Their niche is to serve the steak on a hot plate with melted butter. I would much rather prefer a more properly seasoned steak. The sides were very disappointing and the bread is downright pathetic for this price range. The dessert was alright but nothing to write home about. This restaurant is really not as bad as I am making it out to be, but with so many better options in the surrounding area, why would you want to go here?
(2)Brian B.
Why would anybody in there right mind consider this restaurant. Maybe if you had a Groupon and you wanted to take your 90yr old mother-in-law that you had no fondness for. The food was below average. It I am going to a "fancy" restaurant I expect to have something equal to what I can make at home if not hopefully better. The atmosphere reminded me of a catering hall that was designed by someone that loved the color beige. The bus boys hovered around like mosquitoes over a moss pond (there is a line between attentive and overkill). The waiter that served us did his job and just that. I was shocked they would allow his to serve people with his shirt mushrooming out of his pants and his sleeves rolled up like he was going to make the meal himself. We started with the steak house salad which was a handful of arugula salad that someone did not wash before they served it (or maybe it was dropped on the floor first) with boxed croutons from Costco- Nothing like was on the menu. They served my filet and lobster on a dish that was still cooking my meal while in front of me (third degree burns it touched). The cut of filet seemed more like a foot than a filet. The sides were canned mushrooms undercooked with melted butter and whipped butter to be made to look like garlic mashed potatoes. This mess of a restaurant does not deserve the one star I am going to give but it is the lowest allowed.
(1)Brian M.
What can I say-great staff-excellent menu and fantastic atmosphere.
(5)Sari G.
My favorite steak place in Michigan. It's expensive but so worth it.
(5)Susan W.
We had dinner last week at Ruth's Chris and were delighted. We left The Whitney in Detroit after 30 minutes of being completely ignored by the wait staff. All dressed up with nowhere to go, we opted for Ruth's Chris and were treated like royalty. Our waitress, Alesse, and all of the staff were absolutely attentive and helpful. The food was excellent. We had the calamari appetizer, filet of beef, and the mashed potatoes. Everything was wonderful; love those seared steakhouse steaks! They completely salvaged our evening.
(5)Whitney N.
Everything was perfect. My husband and I went for the first time for our anniversary last night. We ordered off the 'Ruth's Classics' selection, where you get an individual starter, entree, side, and desert for $40 or $50 dollars per person. I ordered the harvest salad, sirloin filet with shrimp, and the butternut squash. The salad was excellent, the filet melted in my mouth, and the squash was a great seasonal side. My husband had the chophouse salad, the Ribeye, and the garlic mashed potatoes. He had nothing but praise for his meal too! Not only did everything taste superb, but it also was presented beautifully. For us, it was an expensive treat, but it was absolutely the best meal we have EVER had. Bar none!
(5)Angela H.
Excellent food and superb service! The courses were each delicious and the service was fluid. We were not rushed and enjoyed a wonderful evening! This is a spectacular place to celebrate an anniversary, or simply enjoy an amazing dinner.
(5)Matthew A.
The service was attentive but a bit more familiar than I would prefer for that kind of restaurant. We each got the petite filet shrimp meal. The harvest salad was good, corn chowder was ok and the sides were not up to par when compared to the other steak houses in the area. My filet was too fatty, which is uncommon for filet. Their niche is to serve the steak on a hot plate with melted butter. I would much rather prefer a more properly seasoned steak. The sides were very disappointing and the bread is downright pathetic for this price range. The dessert was alright but nothing to write home about. This restaurant is really not as bad as I am making it out to be, but with so many better options in the surrounding area, why would you want to go here?
(2)Jason R.
After dining at Fleming's last week, I can make comparative review of each (I've been to other popular chain [and if you know me at all, how I prefer "not" to do chains - ugh], Morton's a few times) steakhouse. As for the service, it's a step up from the latter, and the "meat" (I had the Porterhouse for two [not by myself, thank you very much]), was succulent & tender with an actual "meat taste". Sounds odd, I know, but once you've had the real thing, you'll notice the difference from that point on. Sometimes with steaks, a sauce or overpowering seasoning will and can take away from the full flavor of the meat. It should be enhanced, ever so delicately, especially well done here with a 500 degree salt & butter plate the steak is be eaten off from, a nice touch I will say. I'll try that at home. I do recommend ordering the Porterhouse medium, rather than rare, because the hot plate doesn't remain hot for long to cook through the almost 2 inch cut. I swear I felt like early caveman during points of my meal. One important note in regards to the a la carte sides: if you like sweet potato, order the casserole. The other alternatives were "eh." I definitely prefer the creamed spinach at Fleming's more.
(3)Atom G.
Could be the Best steak house in town. Expensive but worth it if you want the steakhouse experience. Aside from this being a good franchise this is the better Ruth Chris I have visited. Nothing fancy here just Meat and Potatoes. Get the biggest steak on the menu.
(5)Donald P.
This is one of my favorite restaurants. I like the cleanliness, the ambiance and the friendliness of the staff. Most importantly, I enjoy the food. The food (especially the steaks) have great flavor and prepared just as you like it. The way I feel about this restaurant has apparently rubbed off on my daughter. She constantly ask her fiance to take her there. Lol!
(4)Dale A.
I had the perfect medium rare steak. They weren't kidding your steak stays hot from the first bite to the last. Perfect place for a date night, If you don't mind spending the extra money.
(5)Troy B.
Steak was ok not as good as I thought it would of been from a steakhouse of this caliber. The drinks saved it for me! Great specialized mixed drinks!
(4)Elizabeth T.
Service is perfection and only adds to an incredible meal. It's hard to go wrong with anything you order.
(5)marisa s.
ruth chris - or is it ruth's chris, goddamit that's really an odd name. it's always been a great steakhouse to go to in the suburban D, and the steaks grilled or should i say doused in butter, make it even better, wouldn't you say, Fabio? i like butter a lot, but my love of butter can't allow me to give the RC a 4 or 5 star - because the service we had (pre-christmas time) was so damn creepy, it gives me the heebee geebees digging the story back up again. the waitress started off with the - "have you ever diner with us before?" well yes, but not with you (you, weird - ok, we'll get to that soon). it all starts out fine ordering drinks, etc. then it comes time to order the apps and she's literally trying to sell us every app (there were only 4 of us) - like a mary kay lady trying to sell you 3 kinds of foundation, we just didn't need all of those apps and quit hawking them like you need that extra $15.95 to get your next prescription! (well maybe, who knows what kind of meds she needed?) so we get our apps, she keeps asking one guy if he needs another beer - when he says no, she starts rattling off the brew list. ok lady, get your micromachine spiel outta here and just take our dinner order. so we order our dinner and she's trying so hard to push more ala carte sides on us like a gap cashier trying to get you to sign up for a gap card to get 20% off now, whoa 20% off, someone call the cops because i feel like i just stole something that deal is good. after muzzling our frustration and mumbling what we really thought, she finally walked away feeling weird that all we wanted was our dinner and "a few" sides. in the meantime, there is some odd 20-person prom/holiday dinner going on behind us. a professional photographer is taking pictures of the group in their sundays best, long gloves, bow ties and all. back to the creepiness - so the manager, who looks like dr. doom from 'who framed roger rabbit" walks over to our table (maybe sensing our awkwardness with our cracked out waitress) and asks "how is everything tonight?" he says it in the most deep, dark and depressing voice - i almost thought he said "are you ready to die?" he stared for a bit at us, we said "great, thanks," and he kept staring and then walked away - i swear, he was so tall, he cast a shadow on us and when he left, it was light again. so i have to fast forward to dessert - we decide we don't want any and she still tries to push it on us ("lay off me, i'm not starving!" - the gap girls reverse quote). she proceeds to try and push coffee on us and then when we say no AGAIN, she asks if we want to take it to go... yea i'll take the coffee to go or maybe just go to starbucks you freak! she was freaking us out to the fullest, so we had to just jet outta there after we paid, thanks weirdo!
(3)Violet S.
I really enjoyed this place. We sat in a very cozy booth that seemed private. My friend had a steak and wanted a certain sauce that they used in another state's Ruth's Chris. The waiter said they didn't serve that but did ask the chef to make it for him which was nice. The fish I had was excellent. We had the potatoes and spinach which were delicious. Our martinis were great (had a chocolate type martini). Amazing food, professional wait service, romantic atmosphere! What more could you ask for? Recommend this place.
(5)Hanna S.
Better than Cameron's, not good as Capital grill.
(4)Tony S.
Have you ever tried to get someone to try something new they've never had before (like filet mignon) and they refuse because they tell you they won't like it, but then because of some circumstance where someone else bought them a filet for free then all of a sudden they come to you like they discovered something new never before heard of? Yeah, I hate that. Well, my friend "discovered" Filet Mignon at Ruth Chris and gave me a $25 dollar gift card for my birthday so I could try too. 4 years later I decided to cash it in on my girlfriends birthday, here is what transpired: I called ahead to get a reservation and let them know it was my girls b-day. We got seated and from then on we were treated like King and Queen. Never before had I such service wisk and work like we were the most important thing on the planet. Right off the bat from left field a waiter comes flying in with a silver platter with an open bottle of $9 Pelligrino water steaming like Champagne that was just popped. "Care for some water??" the waiter asks. Before I could ask if we had to pay for this and could we have tap water, I see my birthday girl start in slow motion to say "sure" Me: oh my gosh. "How much is that?" Waiter, "$9 dollars" We got suckered. Now, all the other people in this place look like they finished up a round of golf with their buddies and they all had tap water. Ok. Rib-eye for me ($35), Petite filet for the petite lady. I made a mistake, don't get separate side dishes if there are 2 people. For instance, I got 2 orders of Au Gratin potatoes. This is enough for 5 people, seriously. The golf buddies shared like one of these between 4 people. I didn't notice until now, the waitress warned me but I was in la la land at the time enjoying my sparkling water. I ordered the Rib-eye medium, she ordered her filet well done. Doh!!? A Petite filet is already small, have you ever seen a Filet Mignon cooked well done? Anyways, she loved it. I think she never had better. I on the other hand 5 bites in was wondering when the WOW was going to happen. It was barely marbled, it was more like a sirloin but without the flavor. Salt helped slightly. The manager came around to ask how things were and I hadn't made up my mind yet. I think I stammered for a few seconds too long, I was almost going to complain about my cut of meat but I kept my mouth shut because i didn't want this birthday to be about me. I've had better. Maybe I should have gotten it medium rare? Maybe the chef thought we were idiots for ordering filet well done and decided I didn't deserve a good cut, or wouldn't notice? Whatever. Ma lady didn't want to appear stupid (or poor, which we almost are at this point) confidently said "yes" to more wine, without realizing it was going to cost $11 more for me. Just to let you know, I'm not cheap, I'm just not rich and for peat sake help me out a bit! Ok. When the absolutely the best waitress I've ever had in my life came around to offer the complimentary birthday cake my girlfriend said she was full and no she did not want the cake... What?! The waitress then said that she could give us a rain check on the cake. "Oh no, that's all right." ,she said. "Go ahead take the rain check", I insisted. We took the rain check. I think another instance of trying to look like we do this everyday in my opinion makes us look like we definitely don't do this everyday. I have to say it's better to be a noob than to try and pretend like we spend over $100 every weekend on dinner because when you pretend you just end up looking like a fool. $127 w/ tip (after gift card) 5 star service 1 star to the chef who thinks we're stupid so he could save the better Rib-eye for someone else, also for the bottled water trick. At least send an unopened bottle. That evens out to 3 stars. Oh, by the way I thought my date took the Potatoes in when I dropped her off at home but I discovered them in my back seat a week later (this was in the summer) PS- this was 2 years ago and I love my girlfriend.
(3)RAY S.
Had dinner here last night for the first time. I usually go to Morton's but decided to give Ruth's a try. I really enjoyed everything about it. I had the perfectly broiled medium rare cowboy ribeye with the lyonnaise potato and asparagus. The temperature of the ribeye was just right and for once was not under done. The lyonnaise potato with sauteed onions was quite tasty, and interesting because the onions didn't overpower the potato as I expected. The asparagus wasn't too tender and the creamy hollandaise sauce accented the asparagus perfectly. Usually I find most restaurants' attempts at hollandaise turn out runny, watery and bland, but Ruth's was actually thick and creamy. The service was surprisingly expedient considering it was really busy. I definitely recommend Ruth's if your looking for quality steak and exceptional sides. It's not extremely expensive but it is a little pricey so plan on spending some duckets. I should have tried the creme brulee... oh well there's always next time because I'm definitely going back.
(4)C M.
Rave reviews for 2 recent Happy Hour visits to Ruth's Chris Steak House. Service was top notch and everything we tried from the Happy Hour menu was excellent! You can order from the regular menu in the large, intimate cocktail lounge and many neighboring tables did, but we have been perfectly happy with the ahi, lobster, crab cake sandwich (with outstanding zucchini fries) and mushroom-tenderloin salad ordered off the Happy Hour menu (until 6:30). We celebrated a 60th birthday and our wonderful server had the chef write Happy Birthday on the plate of our chosen dessert - Chocolate Sin Cake! We also loved - loved!!! - their deep dish apple pie. Wow! Next time we plan to try the steak sandwich - seems like it is a big hit among diners from the number of them we saw served throughout the lounge during our "dinner" last time. If you love the cherries in a sweet Manhattan, you must try Ruth's with Luxardo cherries! And their Happy Hour gin and tonic is spiced with ginger - so very tasty. An excellent meal at a very reasonable price!
(5)Chris F.
Best steak I have ever had in my life! Great service. This a classy place to go for an anniversary or to celebrate something special. Price is a little high but it's what you would expect to pay for a nice dinner. Never had a bad meal here, one time we did get a gazpacho soup without knowing what it was, after returning to our table the waitress could tell we were not eating it so she replaced it with a different soup for me and my wife!
(5)David R.
Been to several Ruth Chris, and this one was a big disappointment. Ordered the porter house for two medium, our usual and got a well done one that had a lot of fat, not what we were expecting. Not worth $87.00. After talking to the manager, it was removed from our bill. They offered to make us another one, but the truth was it would not have mattered.
(1)Ben R.
Food was great, service started out good until large party came in and we were forgotten.....not sure we would go back to this location.
(3)James S.
Just moved back home from Dallas where I frequented Ruth Chris on Dallas north tollway. I was very pleased to find that there was a Ruth Chris here. I was not disappointed great steaks great food great service I will absolutely be back I am a lifetime customer.
(4)Kristopher S.
I wish there were an option for two and a half. This place is overrated, and criminally overpriced. To have "US Prime" in their logo, yet use USDA Choice for their Filet is false advertising, and seeing that I can go to Lelli's or Andiamo and get a PRIME Filet for the same price(with a Salad, Pasta, Soup, etc.), it makes Ruth's Chris an absolute rip-off. For 35-40 bucks, all you get is the steak. No salad, no side....just a steak. And if you want a Prime Filet, like myself, you're going to be disappointed. For those that don't know the difference, Prime is a much higher quality cut of meat than Choice. Prime melts in the mouth, while Choice is a tad chewier. The only thing that I felt justified in paying for were the PHENOMENAL sweet potatoes. The steak is highway robbery, for a low quality cut. Go to Lelli's or Andiamo's (or any place that serves Prime beef) for steak. Service was good, and I give it about two and a half stars.
(2)Anthony B.
I've been here a few times, always had the filet, and never had one better than theirs. For those who don;t like their steaks here never had a filet, all the complaints are for other steaks. If you go here get a filet. Also, order any side dish with cheese, don't order anything else, it is enough for 2 people. The happy hour menu is great too, the $7 burger and fries is better and cheaper than champps. Frank in the bar is great and takes good care of all his customers.
(5)Melissa J.
the happy hour special here is great. i have the tenderloin skewers and they were delicious. I have never had dinner here...yet but it is definitely on my radar now.
(4)Chris M.
Good steak and I don't ever usually eat steak but I could eat steak here anytime. Good vibe and atmosphere. Although the salad got my wife's stomach a lil upset
(3)Paul D.
Cleanliness...5 Food...5 Service...5 Price...1 Meal, Service was 100%...The place was spotless but the pricing was out of this world HIGH...
(4)Carlos S.
Ruth's Chris is one of my girlfriend's and mine go to staples. We love going out to try new places, but sometimes as you all know it's a bit of a gamble. If it's too new, a lot of times the kinks haven't worked out. If it's an old neighborhood joint, sometimes we feel alienated. We are both in the service industry ourselves, so we are a little more critical than most when it comes to going out to eat, and the fact that we go to this place on a somewhat regular basis speaks tons. The main reason why we do love this Ruth's Chris is consistency. We had a great experience the first time around, and have not been disappointed since. Being that it's a chain restaurant is really the only reason why I didn't give it a full five stars, the servers are a little pushy sometimes, but again, this is also what I do for a living so I am a little more sensitive to "suggestive selling", and I hate being sold to. Some other high end steak houses may have "fancier" steaks, preparations, sides, cooking techniques, wine lists, etcetera, but Ruth's Chris has a nice balance, and most importantly, consistency.
(4)Torrie M.
"You've got to try Ruth Chris," "OMG, Ruth Chris is so good," and "He proposed at Ruth Chris!" were just a few comments that preceded my visit to Ruth Chris Steak House. What better time, than Troy Restaurant Week to finally try it out. I started things off with a pomengranite martini. It tasted fantastic, and the sugar rim was delectible. Next, I ordered the Lobster Bisque, my mom had the Michigan Salad and my dad tried a Caesar Salad to start out. Everything was really good. My soup not as thick as I would have liked but that did not stop me from cleaning my bowl (as well as the yummy lobster chunks). My dad's Caesar was so fresh, and he said it was the best caesar salad he's ever had! My mom loved her Michigan salad, complete with nuts and berries. Our plates were clean in no time. For my entree, I ordered the 6 oz filet and shrimp along with mashed potatoes. DELISH! The steak was cooked to perfection and the shrimp were seasoned so well in a fantastic lemon butter sauce. My dad ordered the 12 oz filet and only left behind a bone :) For dessert, my parents had the key lime pie, which came in an adorable pie tart with key lime filling, whipped cream, and a lime. I had the Chocolate Pots de Creme, which was lite chocalate custard with whipped cream and berries. Needless to say by the end of the night we were stuffed!! I can't wait to go back and try some of the other fantastic entrees and desserts. Ruth Chris was all that I had heard, and more!
(5)Jac P.
Great steak, atmosphere, and wine! Service was awesome too! :)
(4)Rick M.
This is a great cheap little diner, perfect for quick lunches and ...wait wrong review. This a great expensive steakhouse, perfect for special occasions when a perfectly cooked chunk of meat is required. The filet was amazing. One of the best steaks I ever had. My wife's chicken (I know right, but she just doesn't like steak) was super good too. The salad was not bad but the Lobster bisque was quite delish. Both the mashed potatoes and broccoli were very vey good. The mashed were the super creamy variety. The bread was ok, nothing special. The dessert (chocolate sin cake) was pretty good but that's really not my thing anyway. The beer menu wasn't great but if your a fan of the vino the wine menu was redonk! Again though nothing cheap. In fact I don't think you can get a glass of cab for less than $9.50. The place itself was pretty meh in terms of decor and style. There is a private lot and available valet parking. I would def go back and get more steak here but it's not someplace I would go very often just because of the price. We went for restaurant week and still dropped over $100 and I only had one drink.
(4)Rick D.
My girlfriend, mother and I dined at the Troy, Michigan Ruth's Chris at 630PM on a Sunday. Reservations were made via yelp and were absolutely trouble free. I would say that the decor of the dining room was seriously dated, if it had any real decor at all. I was transported back to the many dinners I've had to suffer through at a convention, where the conference room is turned into a makeshift dining room by the addition of tables and dimmed lighting. And it was LOUD. We were seated next to what seemed like a birthday party of about 20 people. The concepts of fine dining and fine parenting had apparently escaped this bunch, as the children were allowed to chase each other about and hammer on their plates with their silverware. Their dress and manner would have attracted management attention at Chuck E Cheese. On the bright side, the group did provide me with an opportunity to window shop if I ever decide to spring for a neck tattoo in loving memory of some local hoodlum. For an appetizer, we shared the spicy lobster tempura. Very nice, with just enough spice not to overwhelm the subtleties of the lobster. We each greatly enjoyed the Harvest Salad. Nicely balanced flavor and textural elements, all dressed as perfectly as a salad can be. I could swear they painted the balsamic dressing on each leaf by hand. The sides of creamed spinach and asparagus with hollandaise were solid. The steaks were crap. The bone-in ribeyes that my girlfriend and I ordered medium-rare were both medium-well. I had the temerity to send mine back. A new one was produced, this time presented by the tuxedo-clad manager. (Was he expecting the rat pack to drop in?) This steak was indeed medium-rare, but not at all seasoned, and had little to no marbling. Prime? I hardly think so. In the restaurant's favor, they did comp the one steak, since it had interrupted the rhythm of the meal. I am a big fan of Ruth's Chris. Just not this particular Ruth's Chris.
(2)John W.
Wasn't impressed with the service. I felt like the waiter would be more suited for Chilis than a high end steak house. No explanation of the menu or anything. Food was OK nothing spectacular for the price. Plus the Valet jumped all over us for not using them and parking ourselves. Not a way to "greet the customer". Won't be back.
(1)N W.
We dined here recently for Thanksgiving dinner. The food was good (not great) just good. Spectularly overpriced for what we received - 3 small thinly sliced turkey pieces, and a choice of 2 (small) sides and maybe a tablespoon of cranberries. All this was served on a small plate, piled on top of each other (turkey and stuffing with a dollop of gravy). It was lukewarm when we received it. Service was just ok and am not sure if it was due to the fact that our waitress had to work that day or what, however I was not impressed at all with service. On top of that, the server at the table next to us piled up the dishes so high on the side table, that they toppled over in a noisy mess on the floor next to us. Ugh! Was not impressed at all (and have been here twice before with likewise type of service). Will definitely not be back and will not recommend this place.
(3)S W.
Excellent steakhouse that does an amazing filet. We had 3 filets at our table all that were done to perfection. The spinach and mashed potatoes were excellent sides. The wine list is both extensive and impressive. The only thing preventing a 5 star rating is the restaurant is a bit noisy and not every seating area offers a personal feel.
(4)Rachel K.
I went to Ruth Chris last night as a first-timer. I've always wanted to go there but had no real reason (other than to eat a great steak), but with Troy Restaurant Week going on this week and all the restaurants participating offering "special" prices, I decided to make reservations. Ruth Chris normally has a dinner special, at $49~ per person, that offers a salad, entree, and dessert, but during restaurant week, it was $30 per person. Not a bad deal, getting a $60 dinner for two, that would normally have been $100. I ordered the 12 oz NY Strip Steak and my boyfriend had the filet and shrimp. Both were DELICIOUS. Plate comes out smoking hot and there's melted butter to make the steak even more delicious. I also had the Michigan Salad, with blue cheese, cranberries, apples, and pecans, which was also a home run. Side dishes included mashed potatoes and a sweet potato casserole with candied pecans on top. Dessert was chocolate mousse and a carrot cake. I'd go to Ruth Chris again in a second. It was a little bit weird how much attention each server paid to us, from the hostess to the person that pours the water to the guy who brings the bread to the manager who asks how your meal is. I felt like a little kid in a big person's world. But I also eat mostly at Taco Hut, so... This is the perfect place to go when your work is paying for the meal, your parents are paying for the meal, or a potential ex boyfriend is paying for the meal.
(4)Sandra M.
My friend took me to this place for dinner and was nothing like Capital Grill, pricey but not worth it, service ok nothing amazing. Not coming back.
(2)Jennifer H.
This was the third steak house in the local trifecta of famous steak houses that we've wanted to try since we moved here: The Capital Grille (which we tried last year), Morton's Steakhouse (which we tried last week), and now Ruth's Chris. To give a tiny bit of background, we didn't have a babysitter, so we had to decide if our desire to try Ruth's Chris during [the cheaper] Restaurant Week outweighed our desire to not be THOSE parents (even though we were 98% sure our almost-14-month-old toddler would be just fine). I even took an informal Facebook poll of my friends, and 1/3 said NO DON'T TAKE HIM and 2/3 said YES OF COURSE TAKE HIM, so taking those results into consideration, we decided to try it. And he was the perfect little quiet smiling happy giggling toddler. The whole time. Everyone who walked by smiled at him and/or had to stop and say hi to him/us and/or tell us how good he was or how cute he was. Our waitress loved him ("a grandma of five" she told us). We did get desserts to go, though, because he was starting to get a little fussy, but we probably could have stayed. I'm really glad we went. (And I didn't see a stink eye from anyone!) So, onto our experience and my rating. How did it fare within the trifecta? I'd say better than Morton's but not as good as Capital Grille. (Although I joked to hubby that we really SHOULD try Capital Grille again since it was over a year ago that we were there! I mean, for honest-to-goodness comparison's sake.) /evil grin/ The valet parking was on par with the other restaurants. Surprisingly (or, not surprisingly), we didn't receive ANY stink eyes from anyone when we entered and gave our names, which impressed me since before I had kids, I would have given the stink eye to someone bringing in a small child to a fancy restaurant. We were seated within minutes and were graciously redirected to a more out-of-the-way table at my request (just so the high chair wouldn't be in the way of servers). The restaurant was fairly empty when we were seated a bit before 5:30, but it gradually filled up, although by the time we left around 6:30 it still wasn't full. We could tell a lot of the diners were also there for the Restaurant Week specials. The atmosphere didn't have as much of an "old boy's club" feel as The Capital Grille and Morton's did...it seemed a bit more contemporary. Our waitress was great, and made us feel at ease for bringing a toddler. Although he was being good, we didn't want to chance it, so quickly placed our order, starting with the calamari appetizer that wasn't included in the special three-course meal. But wow, was it worth it. It was really very good, with a nice percentage of tentacles if you like that part (which we do). And you have to love the wrapped lemon so you don't get seeds when you squeeze. My medium-rare filet and hubby's rare ribeye were cooked to perfection, and I looooooved the melted butter over the top, although the steaks were so hot that by the time it got to the table, it had melted completely. The steaks were nicely seasoned, with just salt and pepper, and were brought on sizzling 500 degree plates (which we learned were washed and kept in the oven). The plates were still so hot that you could actually cook your rare meat just a little by holding it against the plate! My side of sweet potato casserole was amazingly good--not overly sweet but sweet enough that it tasted like dessert (always a plus in my book). Hubby had the broccoli, which looked great (although I didn't try it), and the portion sizes of both were what a typical side should be--not a "family style" portion--so that I didn't feel stuffed to the gills when finishing the dish. Our waters were kept filled lightning-quick, which in my book is worth one star alone! And our waitress didn't bat an eye when we asked for more whole milk for our son, who had drained his entire sippy cup. The entire staff was warm and welcoming, and more than a few came over to our table to say hi to our son (who was behaving wonderfully)--or at the very least smile and/or wave to him as they walked by. We got our desserts to go, and our bill was brought quickly. As I should have expected from similar treatment at the other steak houses, our waitress also took our valet ticket so our car would be ready...but I am still not used to it so it always comes as a nice surprise. Overall it was a wonderful experience, and we are VERY glad we decided to tempt fate and bring the kidlet. The service was outstanding from entrance to exit, the food was impressive (and I have yet to even try the dessert!), and the ambiance was distinguished but casual. There was nothing--not even one microscopic reason--to knock off a star. And we can't wait to go back. P.S. I just realized I forgot to mention the bread (warm and yummy with butter) or our soups (hubby's seafood gumbo and my crab and corn chowder) which were all delicious as well. :)
(5)Christina G.
Excellent service, staff and food every time. We have not had a bad meal at this location. Exceptional service from Ann Marie and Christine. They are our favorite servers. The filet and lobster tail is my favorite. My husband loves the ribeye. Scalloped potatoes, spinach and chop salad are typical sides for us. New crab stack appetizer is fabulous!! Light and refreshing. Happy hour menu is our next stop .... To be continued
(5)Johnny K.
I am a steak guy. I have eaten at every steakhouse you can think of in metro-Detroit, Chicago, Las Vegas, and Miami. I am very picky when it comes to judging a steakhouse because to be honest, they are the best and deserve the most love AND criticism. Ruth's Chris is hands-down the greatest steakhouse I have ever eaten at. The atmosphere, ambiance, service, and selection are all important, but nothing takes precedence over the STEAK. Ruth's excels in all categories ESPECIALLY the most important one. Their steaks are perfectly seasoned and tender and packed with flavor so you never need to add anything. Also, the steak has been cooked to perfect temperature at my request EVERY single time. This consistency is what keeps me coming back. Not to mention, I have eaten at other locations, even as far as Cancun, Mexico, and the experience was the same. That's what a steakhouse should be. Everything a steakhouse should be, Ruth's Chris is. Recommendations: Drinks: ALL. But my favorite is the Blackberry Sidecar. Appetizer: Spicy Lobster. I am not a huge lobster fan, yet this is one of the most delicious dishes I have even allowed near my palette. Entree: 11 oz. Filet Mignon, cooked medium and ask them to butterfly it. Dessert: Apple Cobbler (not sure of exact title) with vanilla ice cream. I'm usually a chocolate guy, but this is where it's at. Ask for Alex. He enhances the experience and is just an all-around good person. He was there the 1st time I ate at Ruth's Chris 9 years ago, and he was there with me today.
(5)Larry M.
Food was good, that was the ONLY thing I enjoyed about this experience. My wife and I went to Ruth Chris to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary. Big mistake unless you enjoy being rushed out of a fine dining restaurant in 50 minutes! We had a reservation at 7:15 on a Saturday night, and by 8:05 we were walking out the door. Our server rushed us through ordering and through the entire dinner. We sat down and within a few minutes we were asked if we were ready to order! I looked at our server and bluntly said NO, that we just sat down. We ordered our dinner a few minutes later after being rushed to order again, then within a minute or two our salads arrived, and literally after I put my fork down our entrees arrived. It was obvious that because we didn't order 100 dollar steaks, drinks or appetizers we were not welcome by this server. All he wanted to do was flip the table again. It is to bad I even left a tip! We couldn't even enjoy our dinner and enjoy the milestone in our lives. Upon leaving I spoke with a manager, all he said was "well what do you want me to do about it" I looked at him and said, I guess nothing since we are done, and went on to further say there are other ways to try and retain a customer, by inviting us to try their restaurant again. I even told him that we could have gone to the restaurant that is next door to them, ate a lot more food, had a better value for our buck, and had a much more enjoyable night by spending time with each other instead of being rushed our of a fine dining restaurant. What a way to RUIN a milestone, and a fine dining experience. Thanks Ruth Chris. I am speaking only about this location of Ruth Chris, as I have not experienced others. I sure hope the other locations are not run like this one. update.....on Saturday July 17th, I sent a lengthy email to Ruth Chris corporate via their website, and now still two business days later no reply. I am actually quite surprised.
(1)Joe T.
I've been here on many occasions mostly for happy hour which runs Monday through Friday 4-630. My favorites from the happy hour (which all cost $8) are the prime burger, steak sandwich, seared ahi tuna, and crab blt! Drinks are pretty good too but not as good a deal at 8 bucks also. I have also been here for my birthday and I received excellent service. They took a picture for me and my girlfriend and then gave us a little souvenir Ruth Chris picture thing as well which I thought was cute. One thing I might want to mention is that they don't allow you to bring your own bottle of wine (not an option they accept a corkage fee at all). Just manager policy I suppose. I had brought my own bottle on my birthday not knowing. They did give me complimentary champagne for the inconvenience which was nice of them. Also, their steaks are usda prime of course. Here's a pro tip: bone in steaks aren't tastier (just heavier) so don't buy one if you don't have to! However I'd like to mention that they do not dry age their steaks here so if you're looking for that funky aged taste, you might have better luck elsewhere. Overall they cooked my ribeye beautifully medium rare as requested (you'd be surprised at how many steakhouses can mess this up) and it tasted delicious. Overall I think the service, staff, and quality of the restaurant is exceptional and would be happy to celebrate a special occasion here, or just drop by for their awesome happy hour. Happy eats!
(5)Laura B.
An excellent meal at the perfect pace. Arriving just a few minutes before the dining room opened (pro tip: always go early to avoid crowds!) we started at the bar. I had a delightful Blueberry Mojito. Once we were shown to our table, the menus were explained and we were given plenty of time to look things over. Their three-course meal appeared to be the best bargain currently available. I started with a strawberry, spinach, and goat cheese salad, which was good but not out-of-this-world. The entree was of course the most enjoyable - this is, after all, a steakhouse. My filet was sizzling hot (literally) and drenched in butter and salt. It melted perfectly with each bite. Fair warning though: I'm not kidding about being drenched in butter and salt. My broccoli was cooked but still retained some crunch, which I appreciated. The sides are large enough for 2+ people to split. We also had a loaded baked potato, which was just as buttery as the meat - and just as delicious. For dessert we had a strawberry cheesecake and a strawberry shortcake. Both were good, but not amazing. We were at our table for about 2 1/2 hours and never felt rushed. Our server was attentive but not overbearing. Overall everything was quite good.
(4)Amanda F.
I've been coming here for many many years. For any occasion that u can think of, we have celebrated here. My favorite was the pork chops. This is the ONLY place I will eat pork chops. They are to die for! But after recently going here, found out the pork chops are only special ordered now. But the Steak and all the side dishes are AMAZING!! I'm getting hungry now just typing this!
(5)Matthew P.
I came for Troy restaurant week, and I've never been upsold harder somewhere than at a timeshare seminar. 18 minutes the waitress yammered on about the 'Ruth's Classic Dinner' where you get to mix/match or 'create your own meal' if you will. Like a 'pick three'. She asked us twice what we would like from get started with, and twice my Mother and I said 'we'll go ahead and stick with the Restaurant Week menu'. The Fillet was damn good, as it should be for Prime beef. Did not care for the burning hot plate, or sizzling butter to 'let me know the plate was hot'. It's not just a personal dislike, it's a gimmicky novelty way to serve a beautiful slice of meat. Why do I want to not be able to move my plate around, or have to watch my wrirsts while cutting my steak? I can't imagine how many times people have burned themselves.
(3)Kristin W.
The food is very good. Steaks were fantastic, sides were good, although I don't like the pepper flavor in the lobster mac/cheese. The bread pudding tasted more like flan than bread pudding. But overall we were very happy with the meal. The service was good, but very rushed. This is a place that wants to get you in and out in as little time as possible, which isn't what I want when paying over $300 for 2 people. The atmosphere feels more like a banquet hall than an expensive steakhouse. The servers move around very quickly, which makes things efficient, but it also makes the restaurant feel chaotic. Also, lots of large tables with kids. Go for the food, not for the atmosphere. I'd say this is better for a business meal or a meal with family, not a romantic date night. For that try Cameron's or Hyde Park.
(3)William M.
I ordered the 16 oz. Ribeye which was juicy and cooked to perfection! Lobster mac-n-cheese was my side dish which was pretty good. Drinks were great as well as the service. Absolutely no room for dessert though. I will definitely be returning!
(5)Barbara H.
OUTSTANDINGIf you are looking for a restaurant to enjoy a delectable perfectly cooked meal...here is your place!! We LOVE this restaurant for special occasions...so my Birthday was made perfect ,by dining here!The wine was a great Pint Noir...the filet mignon was sizzling and done to perfection pink in the middle...the cheesy potatoes fantastic...the asparagus..with hollandaise sauce just right and the mushrooms a NEW menu choice outstanding and great with the filet!!The friendly kind and knowledgeable server PEGGY was great at describing the menu choices....serving the meal...and also ....taking a Birthday photo of me and my husband with their camera and then it was put it in a cute birthday rememberance card...and how yummy was a surprise birthday dessert...a warm chocolate molten Lava cake with side of mini chocolate mousse with whipped cream...the best yet!! Thank you Ruth Chris for making my day so wonderful. ALSO the rest of the staff and manager too!! SO Grateful ...last year I had surgery and could not walk..and this year...dining out...and walking too.
(5)Nicole S.
It's amazing I do not care where I go no steaks can compare to the porter house I love the service also .
(5)Robert B.
4 of us went on Valentines Day. We've been here before, as well as to Ocean Prime, Mortons, and Capitol Grill. Our previous trip was outstanding. This time around, it was a hair away from being outright horrible. The service was mediocre. Empty water and pop glasses needed to have a waitress flagged down to be refilled. The steak (I had the 12 oz ribeye with 2 lobster tails) was a notch below mediocre, and tasted of burnt black pepper more than of steak. We don't mind dropping $100 per person for a really nice dinner, but it doesn't appear Ruths Chris can provide a really nice dinner anymore. At the very least, they buckle under the modestly increased crowds of Valentines days. Either way, there are too many good restaurants on Big Beaver to risk coming back here in the future.
(2)Christina T.
Bread: was not served today, not sure why, we noticed it when the steak for here, didn't ask for it but was just wondering. Appetizer: crab cake, stuffed mushroom and seared ahi - all very nicely prepared and tasty. Caesar Salad: surprisingly disappointing, normally I would expect a good salad from a steak house, but this crouton was soggy and romaine lettuce was not crunchy. Overall not a fresh salad. Petite filet and petite ribeye: delicious, very well prepared! Really enjoyed it. Service: the bus boy was a little rough, knocking the glasses when picking up plates etc., but the waitress was great!
(3)Jim E.
Exceeded Expectations. Ruth's Chris Steak House has been on the go to list for a long time, when speaking to a friend who visited the Toronto location and raved about it bumped this to the top of the list. I have been to a lot of restaurants and was expecting to enjoy it but will thought it may be standard. When walking in your greeted by a friendly staff into a warm inviting atmosphere with wine bottles showcased everywhere. The Filet was cooked to perfection, and it was delicious. You can tell the high end cut Ruth Chris has compared to places such as Longhorn. The Fries and Mashed Potatoes were standard sides but they were delicious and uniquely presented to make them different. The Dessert (Cheesecake) also caught me by surprise. Again I thought it may be a standard piece, it was a huge round piece of Cheesecake with light crumbly Graham cracker crust with a topping of sour cream on top. It was delicious light and fresh and well prepared/presented. This would be right at the top along with the Cheesecake Factory for this dessert. The service was fast and friendly; this is a perfect place for a great dinner, special occasions, business meeting, or a date. Highly Recommended!
(5)Matthew P.
I have eaten at several of the Ruth's Chris Steak Houses though out the US, Atlanta(all 3), Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota., you get the idea. It is hard to continue to do a great standard of food through out the country and maintain high levels of standards, yet they do that here in Michigan as well!!! The hostess are very polite and courteous, the wait staff is on point, and the food is simply amazing! Yes the decor could use an update but eh that's simple stuff! I can't say enough good things about this location. Simply awesome!
(5)Laurie C.
I asked for melted cheese and mushrooms on my steak and they gave me a bowl of mushrooms on the side with some powder stuff on my steak I won't go back not worth the money
(1)Ron C.
After a day of errands with the bride..she knew we were going out to dinner, but had no idea this was the surprise. We wheeled in & she lit up "Are we actually going here?" yes! Walked in at 4:30 on a Monday, were greeted & asked to be seated in the cozy bar versus the very large & bright dining room. Alicia warmly welcomed us & made us feel special immediately . Took our beverage order & even promoted the food & drink specials on the happy hour menu. Surprised the bride as she stepped away with a very flamboyant cosmo upon her return. Which Alicia made & delivered , it was VERY GOOD! We decided to split the 20 ounce Cowboy Cut Bone In , medium rare. And started with a harvest salad: Mixed greens with roasted corn,crispy bacon & tomatoes in a white balsamic vinaigrette,topped with goat cheese & cajun nuts. This salad was beyond perfect & the lightness of the dressing did not distract from the fresh flavors . The steak was delivered by a runner, & he offered to split the steak for us, and didn't make us feel bad either for splitting a steak. of course it was still sizzling on the double hot plates & although it was a little on the rare side he suggested to us both ..that if you turn the steak on the hot plate it wil continue to cook up & brown up, which we both tried & LOVED IT! Sean..was a roving caring guy who also stopped in often to check on anything/everything. Fabulous evening..and gave us Steak Hope again..after several misses along hall rd.
(5)Nunya B.
This review is BEYOND late, but considering how "great" this restaurant is, I think it's due. My boyfriend brought me here on Valentines Day. I wanted Flemings, but they were booked solid. The place was clean enough, but I can't remember if they don't have booths at all, or if they just didn't have any available. Either way, it cost them a star. I have to be comfortable when I enjoy my food, and being out in the open was a bit more than what I'm used to. Anyway, the waitress made us wait for awhile before bringing out water and bread. (As African Americans, we're used to this... They think we don't tip!... But we do, wink wink). She was very monotone, a significant difference from how she spoke to the table next to us. She proceeded to let us know that they were known for their "phenomenal steaks", so we both ordered their biggest fillet. That certainly got her attention, and suddenly her demeanor changed. Is it true? Could the African American couple be prepared to go all out?!? Bottom line, we were not impressed in the LEAST with these steaks. I always order my steaks medium (warm pink center), and the beau orders his medium well. They were dry, flavorless, and chewy. The sides weren't even memorable... The complete experience was more like we were at Logans... We didn't even do dessert, which is unusual for us. We always do top shelf drinks, appetizers, entree, and dessert... We were not even interested in finishing our food. We tipped her pretty well, about 22% of our $200 bill. Going forward, I think we'll skip this place and go elsewhere.
(2)Erin A.
The best Filet anywhere. It's where we go to celebrate a big success or even a holiday. Recently had Easter Dinner at the Ruth's Chris in Troy, Michigan. Make sure to try the center cut filet, spinach au gratin and berries and cream (not on the menu anymore, but they will make upon request!) A+++ Experience
(5)Sarah R.
Decent steak house, loved the lobster tail and the calamari appetizer. I was suprised how the waiter was not very attentive, we dined with a couple and one member has celiac's and can't have gluten, we stated this at the beginning of the meal, they did not offer the gluten free menu, she ordered a salad, and no where listed in the description did it note the breaded fried onions, she was served this salad and ended up getting sick. Disappointing because a nice night out ended with a member of the party getting sick. Other than this it was decent.
(2)Anthony M.
THIS IS THE BEST STEAK HOUSE IN MICHIGAN in my humble opinion. Having said this know that I have eaten at every major steakhouse in the area including Capital Grill, Morton's, Big Rock, Ocean Prime, Ann Arbor Chophouse or Rochester or The London Downtown etc. etc. so I know what I'm talking about. Just trust me, best steak, best potato, best Blue cheese olives period. Best value?? I don't know about that, try Knights Ann Arbor if your on a budget almost as good and half the price. Peace
(5)Bill B.
"You're going WHERE?" friends who know that I'm a vegetarian would ask if I told them I was going to Ruth's Chris Steak House. I understand this. I'll confess that I felt a little like Nixon going to China. However, I had promised the Mrs. (who likes steak) that we'd go sometime and Christmas Day became sometime. Having explored the menu, I also knew that I wouldn't be SOL. The restaurant had a few different rooms. The decor was understated but powerful, suitable for high-end business meals or general affirmations of affluence. Don Draper of Mad Men would be at home here but the clientele and modes of dress actually covered a wide gamut (a few people even dressed in sweats). The waitstaff was very professional, obviously well-trained in relating to high rollers but deferential to all and sensitive to details. Our waiter proudly told us of the 1,000-degree ovens used to cook the steaks and the 500-degree plates to hold them. He also knew which vegetable dishes, soups and appetizers contained meat or meat stock. The manager visited to ensure that we were happy. These touches distinguish Ruth's Chris from an ordinary restaurant. The food continued the traditional, old money theme. Steaks are the stars here. Though most of the menu is a la carte, there are some combinations that help reduce the prices. My wife and sister-in-law each ordered one of these, which contained a petite filet and shrimp combination, salad, vegetable and dessert. They were raving about the quality of the steaks as well as their flour-less chocolate desserts. For vegetarians, Ruth's Chris provides a combination plate of three chosen sides. Mine were the potatoes Lyonnaise, sauteed mushrooms and fresh broccoli. The fried potatoes were a little thinner and more done than I prefer but the caramelized onions improved them. The mushrooms were only OK; the butter sauce was a bit nondescript. The broccoli was fine but nothing special. Actually, my favorite dishes of the evening were the beefsteak tomato and onion salad (topped with bleu cheese crumbles, red onion and vinaigrette) and the dark bread, the sweetness of which balanced the salty butter nicely. If I had to deconstruct my four-star rating of Ruth's Chris, I'd allot four stars for atmosphere, staff and desserts; five stars for meat-containing dishes and three stars for vegetarian dishes. Thus, if you are a vegetarian, this would not be an optimal choice but it is a doable one where you will be respected.
(4)Boz D.
Do you ever check your watch to see what time it is and as soon as you put your arm down you forget what time it was, so you check again? Well that's what Ruth's Chris is for me. Been here before, forgot that it was no big deal, so we came back. The food is ok, does not justify the pricing. I ordered the filet, and the presentation of the plate was terrible. In an upscale restaurant presentation is just as important as the food. There was oil all over the plate, it looked like and felt like it sat under the heat lamp. I also had a side of the sauteed mushrooms, no big deal, they lacked flavor. On top of that THEY DON'T EVEN HAVE CARROT CAKE!!! If you want a 5 star experience I would recommend Eddie Merlot's or Morton's. This will be the last time we visit Ruth's Chris. Hopefully next time I will remember what time it is.
(2)Dee D.
My fiancé and I had dinner here a couple of days ago for the first time ever, everything was splendid except for our waitress. She was so rude & made me feel stupid when I asked her a question about my entrée. Her name is Amy, if anyone goes there and you get her as your waitress, ask for a different one.
(3)Bernice M.
I'm giving this 4 stars, but that could change. I've eaten at the Toronto, Mississauga, Niagara Falls, Chicago and Las Vegas locations. By far this is my favourite chain restaurant. The location in Troy is actually only 30 minutes away from my house, so for my birthday we decided to try it out. They have a menu that has a starter, entree, side and dessert for about $50.00. Not bad considering I usually pay $50.00 just for my piece of meat. I've never ordered the special before, and I felt that it did not live up to all my other Ruth Chris experiences. Don't get me wrong, my meal was good and I was full, but it wasn't the typical Ruth Chris experience. The staff and service were great, I just felt like something was missing. I guess you do get what you pay for. Next time I will order a la carte.
(4)Theresa W.
Been to many Ruth's Chris' in California, but first time in Troy. It was very nice. Service was great, wine selection was great, and food is good as usual. The surf and turf is a great deal, as it comes with 2 lobster tails and 1 5 oz filet. The deserts are huge, so make sure you order to share.
(5)Brandi F.
The food here is nothing short of amazing! The filets are seasoned and cooked then come to your table on a hot dish that keeps it sizzling hot the whole time! The 2lb lobster tail is hands down one of the best I have ever had. The sides are perfect for sharing too. Besides great food the staff is wonderful! Love this place and can't wait to go back
(5)Dennis K.
This place would have been great if I didn't feel like I was at a Denny's for spoiled rich kids. Instead of enjoying my meal, I had to spend the whole time overhearing some self-entitled snotty 16-year old demeaning a guy for bringing her regular water instead of sparkling. For a middle-class guy like myself who rarely gets to treat my girlfriend and myself to a high-class experience, this place simply missed the mark. The food and service were decent, but it just didn't feel like a very enjoyable experience overall in comparison to other upscale restaurants that I've visited. I hate to let one bad experience set the bar, but I'm not sure that I will be back.
(2)Nickolaus V.
The prime rib is the best thing on the menu and when it comes on that hot plate, OMG it's so good. Also they have a epic happy hour...Worth it to eat there every time. :)
(4)Kevin S.
Great food. Get the filet! You cannot go wrong with it. Brussels sprout are awesome. Even if you don't normally like them try theirs. They are made with honey butter, brown sugar, and sweet goodness. Bartenders all make good drinks. Definitely make a reservation well ahead of time. As in 4 days. It gets busy but you will get sat on time. Great place to take a date. Even though it's a chain it still is awesome. Their chef won Ruth Chris chef of the year. It shows.
(5)Amanda Z.
We had dinner here for the first time the day after Valentine's Day. They offer complimentary valet and coat check, which was nice. We were greeted and seated as soon as we walked in. Our waitress came right over, gave us a drink menu, and we asked for a few waters to get us started. So, we waited...and waited for this water...for ten minutes. It was extremely awkward. We were just sitting there - no menus or water - just waiting for our waitress to notice, as all the guys were busy. You would think at this point, when she had glanced over quite a few times that she would take it upon herself to go get a pitcher of water, since her "helper" was busy, but nope. She had us wait for him. Whatever. He finally came with our waters, she took our order, and our salads came. I had the Caesar, which was extremely good. I mean, good; fresh grated cheese, fresh lettuce...definitely up to par. My fiance' got the house salad, which came with a pile of fried onions on top of it in stack form. It was awkward to eat. We both ordered steak, of course, which came out on a really hot butter plate. The nice thing was that the plate kept the steak warm throughout the entire meal...but it was HOT the entire meal. I had to blow on each piece for a substantial amount of time before I could even eat it. The steak, however, was awesome. It was perfectly cooked (who knew there was a thing called medium+? it was perfect) and seasoned. I had enough to take half of it home that night. We ordered a side of lyonnaise potatoes, which were pretty dry and hardly had any spice to them. I wasn't impressed. We skipped dessert and headed out. While we were there, the manager did come around and check on us, which was nice to see. So, was it good? For the most part. Was it worth $130? Not at all.
(3)Holly S.
I had the surf and turf with a side of creamed spinach that was to die for! The calamari was super tender and flavorful. The chocolate peanut butter dessert was amazing too. Pricey but a good little "teat yourself to a good meal" kinda place.
(5)Sam B.
I went here for the first time yesterday for my 1 year anniversary. The food was delicious and prepared just the way I asked. It had a nice atmosphere with the employees and the lighting. I ordered the Filet medium rare and it was cooked perfectly. My girlfriend ordered the stuffed chicken breast. We were sharing each others food trying to decide what was better. The place can get a little pricey but for special occasions it definitely is a place to check out.
(5)Julie V.
5/5 FIVE OUT OF FIVE!!!!! Ughhhhhh so so sooooo good. This place is utter perfection. I'm extremely snobby when it comes to one things: steak. Extremely picky. No Red Lobster's steak is a nuisance to society. I had the Filet and oh my goodness, just there was that crust on the outside, perfectly pink on the inside, and the seasoning was not too overpowering but enough. Don't even get me going on the feel of the streak. The steak is so soft and crispy on the outside and I'm pretty sure I'm drooling as I remember my meal from an hour ago. On the side we had fresh asparagus with hollandaise sauce and mushrooms as well as mashed potatoes. Everything was delicious. There was nothing that I did not like. The asparagus was tender and the sauce was buttery and silky. The mushrooms were cooked perfectly and the sauté sauce that went on top was just to die for. The mashed potatoes was so UGHHH JUST CAN WE TALK ABOUT MASHED PERFECTION BECAUSE IM PRETTY SURE THAT IS WHAT IT WAS! And then to dessert right?? How does the best creme brûlée you have ever eaten sound??? Make sure to get 2. The bread pudding was eh. Sort of like French toast to be perfectly honest. Or maybe I don't have a palate for bread pudding but it was not half bad. Well at least it was pretty. ANYWAYS. PLEASE DO YOUR STOMACH A FAVOR AND GO HERE. I SWEAR TO GOD YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED WHATEVER IT IS YOU CHOOSE. Also service was impeccable.
(5)Dick E.
I feel like this place is overpriced and overhyped. I also do not like the way some of the steaks are seasoned. People rave about the zip sauce or whatever, I don't like putting a lot of different stuff on my steak. I'm a true meaty flavor lover. I despise people who get a nice cut of steak well done and ask for extra zip sauce and A1 or whatever else to dip it in. Might as well go to a local diner and order whatever they have on the menu. Anyways, I would've given this place 3 1/2 stars because the cuts they use are good, but the prices brought it to the 2 that it's at.
(2)Jaccob D.
There are so many great steak places on this side of town. But Ruth's Chris has a good name and good food. Service is always great with a classy, and upscale atmosphere. Will go back many times a year.
(4)James G.
We have enjoyed some good meals here, and we particularly like the happy hour specials offered in the bar. Unfortunately, this location has a policy of putting "Reserved" signs on several of the few tables that are available in the bar. Sometimes they will just remove those signs and let you sit there, but tonight we were told the only available table was "reserved". In the bar, at happy hour? When there are people standing there ready to take a seat? I can understand reserved tables in the dining room, but letting tables stand vacant in a crowded bar is a waste of space, and is disrespectful of customers who are actually on the premises. I'm not sure why they think this is a good idea, but it has soured us on the restaurant, and we have been long time loyal customers. We'll go somewhere else next time.
(2)Nichole S.
I must say, I travel routinely and have visited many Ruth's Chris Steakhouses in many cities (Atlanta, Chicago, Columbia...to name a few). The RC in Troy is by far the best I've ever been to. The executive chef there is simply amazing. This is hands down my husband and I's favorite restaurant. I would give it 6 stars if I could. Always consistent!!!
(5)Rachel M.
I've debated on giving this place a 4 or 5 star review. I would say 4.5 if I could. Our food was delicious and the service was exceptional. It was dead here (on a weekend) yet our service never lacked due to any servers wanting to "get out of there". I hate that, so big thumbs up for that. The food was well cooked and seasoned. The menu isn't cheap, no duh, but you easily get what you pay for and it's not ridiculously high either. We chose from a sort of prix fixe type menu (I can't remember what they called it) which we generally do not do but the selections allowed for a delicious meal and add-ons were not a problem. Some things that jump out were the crabmeat stuffed mushrooms... we fought over those. The drink menu was also very nice. I tried a Manhattan Eastside and I really enjoyed. Also, our desserts were to die for. My only lacking star is simply for the fact that there are other steak houses I like just as much if not a tad more with a tad lesser price. I admit I'm a bit jaded and sometimes I really need my socks knocked off... I still recommend and I will be back.
(4)Maggie Margaret G.
Omg! Love this place! Best place for steak hands down! Best happy hour hands down! I have always great service fantastic food and delicious drinks shared with great company at this restaurant! It's not cheap but its worth EVERY penny! I could go on and on about my love affair with this place but I won't. I suggest you just go and experience how delicious the food is, how warm and inviting the atmosphere is and you too will be a Ruth Chris devotee!
(5)Crystal P.
I've eaten here several times and was just here a month ago, but this experience didn't sit very well with me. I don't mind spending my money on what I like, but I was underwhelmed this time around. When I arrived, I told the hostess my name and alerted her that I had a reservation. She looked at me strangely and said that nothing could be found in their system. I showed her my email confirmation and she continued to look dumbfounded but said that we could be seated momentarily. Typically when I come, I order the barbecue shrimp appetizer, filet mignon, asparagus, au gratin potatoes and I swish it down with a Sprite mixed with cranberry juice, no ice. This time, I was going to get the barbecue shrimp entrée which comes with twice the shrimp as the appetizer, but it includes mashed potatoes. I asked if I could have au gratin potatoes instead since they're the same price. I was told it could not happen which is very, very disappointing. Needless to say, instead of spending the $80-95 I normally spend on myself, I spent $53 and that's only because I got dessert. I guess I'll be taking my dollars to Ocean Prime or Capital Grille instead.
(2)Colin T.
Here's what your waiter will tell you: Ruth's Chris serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800° oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table. My recommendations are Calamari for an appetizer and Creme Brulee for dessert. Pick a steak and/or seafood combo for dinner and enjoy!
(4)Sarah M. B.
I will say for the major steakhouses in the area, at Ruths you will get the most bang for your buck... definitely more reasonably priced than other places in the Bham area, but I think I know why... Service: was very good, althou our waitress looked like she had just rolled out of bed after a 24 drunken binge...huge bags under the eyes, etc. while she was clean and did a good job, the lighting in the place did her no favors. First impressions, ya know? Great wine list, and our red wine was delicious and not acid tasting. The complimentary loaf of barley warmed, not that fresh, while bread was not so fab. They have a good deal going on for 39.95 you get a salad, filet with shrimp and dessert....not bad at all, however... -The salad was pretty much as basic as it could get, while it was fresh and large and my blue cheese dressing was good-there just wasn't much else to it...onion and tomato and crutons, really... -The shrimp that came with my dish....it was ok...I have seen bigger shrimp at COSTCO-maybe it was because I ordered the special deal and they save the small, unimpressive shrimp for those people...I dunno, it was just bland... -The filet...it was cooked perfectly to my liking BUT the fact it came on a sizzling plate of butter makes me question the quality of the meat. I mean, it was good BUT why did it have to be so 'doctored' up?? A great filet doesn't need to be cooked or doused with butter to make it tender....maybe it's their age old recipe and all but in my book great beef doesn't need need a butter sauce. Dessert-our meal came with a sample carrot cake and chocolate mouse thing....mouse thing was ok and the carrot cake was great. I ordered some sinful chocolate cake, which was like a flourless cake-it was very rich and good, but I wasn't crazy insane about it. I feel the dessert menu is weak compared to other comparable places. Overall, despite what it sound like, I did enjoy my meal. It was a hell of a deal for all the food we got...however, I see myself willing to spend a few extra bucks and heading to Cameron's, Flemings or Capital Grille(ok so CG would be a LOT of extra bucks) over Ruth's....of course, if someone wanted to treat me to Ruth's I wouldn't object.
(3)Charlie P.
Every once in a while, I decide I'm worth droppin a hundred bucks for dinner, and Ruth Chris never disappoints! Maureen works the bar Sunday nights, and always provides excellent service, and a generous pour. My favorite is the Cowboy Rib-Eye, done medium rare.
(4)Scott S.
Unreal service. Phenomenal steak. Great prices. Highly recommend it. Best restaurant out there. No complaints at all. Services was awesome. Our server Alex was great and friendly.
(5)Kim V.
Steak is just as wonderful and perfect as you expect it to be. The house salad is amazing. My husband enjoyed the lobster bisque but not best he has had. The sides are not anything to brag about. The southwest mac and cheese tasted like velveta. The mushrooms we could make at home for 1/16th the price. Appetizers over priced. Deserts were delicious.
(4)Katie C.
By far the most delicious steaks around. They might not have everything perfect but they sure have perfected how to cook a steak. The steak comes out to you on a sizzling plate and just simply seasoned with butter, salt, pepper, and parsley. If you get the Fillet ( like I did) you have to barely cut it and it will melt in your mouth. The potato comes out huge as well as the sides. I ordered the yummy buttered green beans and roasted garlic, and the beans were still a little crisp so they had a bite and the garlic was just so sweet. The service was awesome. Our waters were constantly filled and so were our beverages. I also enjoyed that they gave me a black napkin when wearing a blue dress. Some places don't have this option and then you end up with lint all over you. I am not sure if this is normal but Ruth Chris has a special going on. For $40 you can get a soup or salad, a meat of your choice, a side to your liking, and a chocolate cake dessert. This is a great option for those that want to try a little of everything. Luckily they allow you to upgrade to different choices if you don't like their offerings. Fortunately if you have never been there everything on the menu is great. The French Onion soup is to die for! The amount of sherry in the soup is awesome and it gives it that rich depth that you look for in such a basic soup. Lastly, I love the option of upgrading your dessert. They call it a chocolate souffle cake, but better known has a yummy cupcake with a scoop of vanilla is what you get with your $40 meal. For $3 you can upgrade to a huge cheesecake, apple pie deliciousness, or some silky creme brulee! Honestly Ruth Chris got 5 stars because of the taste of their steaks, if you want the entire ambiance and presentation of a steakhouse then stick with Morton's.
(5)Jackie T.
I didn't know this place was a chain. I might have gone in more skeptical. That said, my first meal (birthday dinner) was incredible. I can still remember all the flavors, years later. I went with a strip steak and mashed potatoes for dinner and the creme brulee for dessert. That was the true surprise - I didn't expect dessert to be such a home run in a steak joint. Definitely one of the best brulees in town! Perfect crust and creamy vanilla center. Service was impeccable, as expected for the pricepoint. I prefer Ruth's to Capital Grille, Morton's or Cameron's. I'll definitely return.
(5)Matt W.
It's a steakhouse for rich people. Of course it's good. Of course it's expensive. It's a steakhouse for rich people!
(5)lauren p.
We recently ate here and we really enjoyed our visit. I am a vegan and was surprised to see that they do offer a vegan plate which consists of 3 veggies/potato side dishes. The staff was extremely polite and very accomidating. I wasnt overly impressed with the building or decor, it was somewhat dated. If you are looking a modern trendy restaurant, this is not the place for you. RC is much more classic.
(4)Denmark S.
I love a good steak. And, this place is the best of the major steak chains. The food was great and the portions were large. Oh yeah the place is expensive, but you gotta spoil yourself every now and again. I highly recommend this place.
(5)Jean H.
We recently had dinner here with friends. We hadn't been there in a while and were seated in the bar area. Although noisy at first it became a delightful place to eat dinner after the crowds were seated. Our waitress Maureen was amazing with great advice. She really knows and loves the menu (and food!). We had the beef Carpaccio ... If you try nothing else get this! Incredible presentation, heavenly flavors accompanied by dressed greens, capers and onions. It was the best thing we've ever had here. We had lamb chops and the cowboy ribeye.. both were overcooked for med rare, but not to the point of having to send them back The special veg was Roasted Brussels sprouts and they were okay but overpowered by bacon. Lyonnaise potatoes were good the mushrooms were particularly flavorful; better than we expected. For dessert, the bread pudding was great according to my guests. We ended it with port wine and a smile. A great experience!
(4)Jason B.
This was my first visit to Ruth's Chris. While the steak was excellent, the side dishes and salad were uninspired. Our server was attentive and knew the menu from front to back but seemed a bit rushed through her delivery. Ambiance of the front of the house is certainly nicer than the corporate dining room setting in back. I was surprised to be seated in a booth that had a tear in the seating surface, that has to be an easy fix no?
(3)M V.
Wow. That is all I can really say. We have been to a few nice steak houses in the area and this place has the most delicious steak around. When first dining here, I was a little taken back by the prices (considering it is a chain), but that soon went away with the first bite. I always go for the rib-eye and the girlfriend gets the fillet. Both are simply amazing and very filling. Be prepared to spend over $100 easy for two people though. Great for a special occasion or to splurge.
(5)Lisa S.
I love this place! If you want the best steak you've ever tasted you must try the filet here!!!! Everything is ala carte, and a bit on the pricey side but well worth the money!!! Service has always been outstanding and like I said best steak ever! It is hot til the very last bite, but be careful on your first or you'll burn your mouth. I have had the lobtster tail here in the past I recommend you stick with the steak, it was a bit tough and dry. Highly recommend this place for beef lovers! Selection of wine was also good and if you don't know wine they are very helpful. This has become our special dinner out favorite! Birthdays, anniversary, end of a tough week, lol. Love it!!!
(5)Marco B.
Great place, great service and the best steaks in town.
(5)Joe T.
I haven't been here in a long time. I am not a wealthy man, but if I were I'd probably come here a lot. They really know how to handle your meat. Hey-yo! My Grandma thought the server we had there looked like Carry Grant. I'm not all that familiar with his work, but the waiter was very nice. I've always wondered about the name. I think its like when you have two friends named Paul, and one of them you know because he's Becky's best friend from high school, and the other one plays on Mike's hockey team. Like: "I saw Paul at the movies. We both saw Diary of a Wimpy Kid." "So the material was pretty familiar to you? Wait do you mean BECKY's PAUL or MIKE'S PAUL?" "Eff off and I mean BECKY's PAUL." I think that's how they mean it. Great steaks either way.
(5)Andrea C.
Sizzling plates, excellent service, all for a price - what you expect to pay at a place like this. They have raised the bar for other steak houses that think they have this kind of class. My friend and I enjoyed spoiling ourselves with dinner here, both of us enjoying the Filet and Shrimp cooked medium with a side of mushrooms and sharing a side of potatoes. (Sharing with 2-3 people is still enough for a hearty serving). I have a gluten allergy and was thrilled they had a menu with gluten free recommendations, and were willing to make mild modifications to menu items so that I too could enjoy. They were so sensitive to the allergy, the took it upon themselves to let me know my salad would be mixed in a separate bowl to ensure no cross-contamination. The "Sin" chocolate cake for dessert was AMAZING. This was my first visit to this steak house, walked right in - no reservation needed. (Weeknight around 530-600). Clearly pricey, but the service and quality food is worth it once in awhile.
(5)Andrew S.
Took my special lady to eat here to celebrate us getting into university together. I loved my steak and the exotic mushroom side(and i'm picky about mushrooms). Everything we ordered was delicious and of course the service was amazing as always for fancy places like this. Expensive but you get a perfect steak and experience.
(5)Lizzy N.
Great steak! Ruth's Chris is known for their steak and rightfully so. I loved their steak and had an appetizer, salad, and dessert that were excellent as well. The service was great and busy of course on Valentine's Day but we were never neglected. I'd eat here again.
(4)Sheri H.
I have been here a few times and have only ever had one small critique. Did not care for the asparagus with hollandaise. Asparagus was a bit overcooked and lacked in seasoning. Overall however, this place is fantastic. The service is bar none and I have yet to find any like it anywhere. The ribeye-which is the only steak I ever order and by far my favorite-is always cooked to perfection and perfectly seasoned. I will never forget the first bite the first time I went. I literally put down my utensils, sat back and just chewed. Was just amazing! Absolutely delicious!!! Great side dish selection. The onion rings were fantastic. The creamed spinach is pretty good-mine is better-but still good. The potato dishes are well made and well seasoned. I'm always too full by the end of the meal to really bother with dessert, but the couple of times I have ordered them they have been tasty. Would definitely go there more often if it weren't so pricey. But, you get what you pay for and so I will have to wait for the next special occasion. Must try for sure!
(5)Renee P.
I live by Ruth's Chris.. Which means I live by Fleming's, Cameron's, Big Rock.. The Capital Grill, Mortons.. and I am a HUGE carnivore.. have been to them all- The only place I want to go is Ruth's Chris. I like the atmosphere (you can wear GOOD jeans and a decent shirt) and yes, I even take my VERY well behaved 9 and 5 year old here.. early dinner though- I do respect the 7:00 and later crowd :-) This is the ONLY place that gets the steaks PERFECTLY right and not a bunch of butter or other stuff... (don't get me started on Flemings.. can't even taste the steak through the butter and seasoning and the NAME Fleming kinda bothers me now that I think of it!!) As with most places.. I will never go here on Valentines day or any other day that they would be very busy- I did have a long wait about 2 years ago - about an hour with a reservation on Valentines day and we were rushed ...were asked like "You don't want dessert, right" - they seemed to have a very full lobby of people waiting for a table and the guilt of seeing all of those people waiting after we waited for an hour... - Just don't go on a busy day!! (Or if you do.. go EARLY!!) Yes, a glass of wine does cost $11.. it does everywhere out here.. you should see out taxes!!!!!!!!!!
(5)Chris C.
Service was slow for the amount of staff they have. Paul forgot to bring me my refill of Coke and he glared at me when I asked for hot tea, like I was from another planet. The one in San Francisco was a little better in regards to Service. The lobster bisque was TOO salty. Not sure if I want to come back.
(2)Tom A.
My favorite high-end steakhouse to go out to. Tried a few other new ones in the area, and although the ambience might be more "updated", I don't think that many places offer a steak quite like Ruth's Chris. I wouldn't be able to offer a review on much other than the filet, but I have never left Ruth's Chris disappointed with the food or the service!
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