Ruth's Chris Steak House

This was our first time at RC & we wouldn't ask for it again. POSITIVES: 1) good service; 2) cozy ambience albeit very traditional, dark wood, dim lighting; 3) good bread; 4) sweet potato side was excellent; 5) they comped a dessert since it was our anniv. NEGATIVES: 1) baby arugula salad for $7.50 was tiny w/ 2 slivers of mushroom; 2) $35 salmon special was good but root veggies were very salty & side of scallops were tiny, rubbery; 3) $38 ribeye was ordered med. rare but came out med (almost m.well), very tough, & in a sizzling pool of butter, apparently a signature detail; 4) $9 caramelized ban creme pie dessert was very disappointing - white choc. ban custard had little taste & pastry shell was stale, tough, greasy.\r \r We would have expected less if it hadn't been for a slight air of pretention & pricing that rivals steakhouses in Vegas. $38 ribeye should be a tender, well-marbled cut of beef and not the tough sirloin-like cut that I got. And a steakhouse should get the temperature right - c'mon! If RC wants to set themselves at this price-point then they should provide a quality product at an appropriate price. I also expected some signature seasoning or au jus (e.g. balsamic reduction) w/ the steak but all I got was plain red meat. Also, the texture (no tasty caramelized crust) was such that I wondered if I got a steak that had been partially nuked then put on the grill for sear marks.\r \r Unfortunately, this dining experience fell far short of our expectations. Ruth Chris presents many of the cliche trappings of a traditional steakhouse but their food lacks the substance to set the restaurant apart from other local steakhouses. My benchmarks for a steakhouse are Craftsteak (MGM) & Delmonico (Venetian) in Vegas - both are no more expensive than RC. Short of jetting to Las Vegas I would pick Hyde Park or Fish Market for more consistent & better quality steak or fish, respectively. Pros: Service, free valet parking on weekend, good bread Cons: Tough overcooked steak, overpriced, tasteless dessert more

I've been to 5 ruths chris' nationwide (columbus,chicago, philly, king of prussia, westchester) and ALWAYS have a great dining experience whether alone or with my family. The columbus restaurant is always clean, great food, and great service.\r Pros: ALL of their food is top notch Cons: price more

Awesome food, awesome service....too many good things to say about this place .Dishes are available in generous portion sizes.\r I always call ahead for reservation. more

I have to say the steaks were very well prepared. The feeling when you walk in feels very nice and elegant. The staff was extremely friendly and checked up enough to make sure I was okay but not be annoying about it. The steaks were hot when it came out, as was my gumbo. The side dishes were nice too, but on the expensive side for what you get .I was fooled into buying the $8.00 water bottle, but pass on it! Unless, you must have it that is. All in all, the best steak I've had, pricey is the menu, but service was great. I'd recommend for special occasions, as it's pretty elegant. Pros: Steaks, Service, Environment Cons: Pricey, Special Occasion Plac more

I have been to RCs one time only... and it will be my only time. My food was only alright, they don't know how to cook steaks to order (rare does not mean no pink whatsoever). The wine list was only mediocre and the prices were outragous for what I got. Definately will not be going again. Pros: Decently Good Service Cons: Mediocre Steaks, Cost, Poor Wine List more

Went on an extremely busy nite around mid-December. Avoided overloaded and backed-up valet parking by using adjoining lot. Seated promptly, and attended to very nicely in spite of several loud tables around us. After they left, it was very pleasant, and service was excellent. We will return. Steaks are top-notch. Just remember to avoid peak times for better atmosphere and parking. Pros: Steaks, Service Cons: No parking, during peak times more

I LOVED the restaurant - so stylish and chic, but in no way snooty or pretentious. The service is oustanding too. As for the food, the steak was extremely good, but I was astonished at the prices of the side dishes. It was a great dining experience but I really don't think it was good value for money. I have enjoyed steaks just as much for half the price at the Polaris Grill. Pros: Chic and exclusive, Great food, Oustanding service Cons: Price more

The thought of eating at a steak joint never appealed to me, but I willingly do it for my carnivorous husband. I was very impressed by this establishment for several reasons: The ambience and decor is very rich and sophisticated - I love their ingenious wine coolers - reminiscent of old world style, the hostesses and staff are wonderfully accomodating (they go out of their way to address you by surname) and the steaks, dishes are well (and generously) prepared. Thank you, Jason, for advising us! I, obviously, encounter difficulty finding nicely prepared non-steak dishes at steak restaurants, but the menu consisted of several options - my grilled portobella mushroom dish was excellent. My husband was impressed by the steak: cut, preparation, perfect consistency (they could ease up on the butter, though). Overall, I think Ruth's Chris is an excellent restaurant; certainly worth the price. Pros: Well prepped steak, Great veg options, Excellent service Cons: , More reds, please more

My wife and I went to Ruth's Chris for our fifth wedding anniversary. We expected it to be a little expensive, but very nice. We made reservations and when we arrived we were seated right away. The prices were hefty and included no sides. Any way we both ordered steaks, hers medium well, mine well. When the steaks arrived mine was very pink inside my wife was still bleeding. We sent them back. When they returned mine was alright, but my wife's was still rare, so they took it back again. The third time her steak came back she ate it. Before she finished it she still found more under cooked spots. $95 and they couldn't get it right in three tries, come on. Pros: free valet parking, atmosphere Cons: , steaks were wrong more

My husband and I love steak and have visited Ruth's Chris restaurants in several cities. We have loved it every time! The food is outstanding! The sizzling butter sauce served with each steak is unique and flavorful but not overbearing, and the service is first rate. The price tag can be hefty, but a visit to Ruth's Chris is worth every penny! Pros: Food, Ambiance, Service more

One of the better steaks I've had in Columbus, but also much more expensive....the sides are wonderful and easily shared by two people, which I wish our server had explained before we ordered 2 each - way too much food. Expect dinner to take at least 2 1/2 - 3 hours - don't go here if you are in a hurry to catch a movie. But the steaks were wonderful and prepared to our exact specifications...a great place for a relaxed, leisurely dining experience. more

I was able to take my wife to Ruth's Chris Steak House and I eagerly await the next opportunity to do so again. One of , if not the , best dining experiences of my life . Having lived in Ft. Lauderdale and W. Palm Beach for 23 years I have sampled some great metropolitan cuisine and Ruth's is certainly among the best steakhouses I have ever enjoyed. As for expense , some things are worth the price simply because they cannot be duplicated for less. more

The food here is truly superior, from sizzling prime steaks to abundant sides. But the real reason to spend your time (and money) here are the people. The staff at Ruth's Chris of Columbus are probably the single most accommodating and pleasant team of restaurant folk we've ever encountered. Their managers assure your meal is perfection. This is especially true of Managers Adrian, and Debbie who deserve special note for always going the extra mile. As for servers, ask for Aaron Gillum. Aaron is polite, a master of efficiency, and totally in his element, while making you feel pampered and special. One never doubts that his chief concern is making the customer happy and at ease. They have our highest recommendation. If you have a special evening in mind, check them out. We drive over an hour each way when we go... they're that good. Pros: Easy to find, Amazing Staff, Delicious Food Cons: Crowded on Fri/Sat more

First time here last night. Had heard/read a lot about it. From the moment we got out of the car till we left, it was a WONDERFUL experience. I was a little skeptical going in, but the service, the food, the atmosphere was all well worth the money spent. I had a Ribeye, husband had Filet. Everything was excellently prepared.BEST steak we have had in Columbus. We enjoyed Mitchells, but Ruth's Chris is just a step above. VERY personalized service. Very attentive waiter. Try the Augratin potatoes! Superb! I need to stress that all the staff that saw us, from the bartender, hostess, even waiters other than our own, acknowledged us and said hi. One thing to note, this was on a Tuesday evening, so not sure if service would differ on weekends due to higher traffic, but I would hope not. Pros: Service, Location, Food Cons: VERY expensive more

I find Ruth Chris Steak,s to be of the finest quality and the service is outstanding, we feel very comfortable and not rushed as has happened in some other establishments. The servers were well prepared on any questions about the menu .if there is one phrase to describe Ruth Chris establishments it is ""consistantly Fine dining"" Pros: exelent food, exelent service, not crowded more

Filet is tender and flavorful and sides are large to be shared. Service is excellent. Pricey but good. more

My wife and I drove down from Toledo to take our son and his girl friend out to dinner. We selected Ruth's Chris because they are college students and don't get many opportunities to dine at an upscale restaurant. My wife and I have dined at Ruth's before and hoped the meal in Columbus would be a great experience. We were not disappointed! The steaks were great, done exactly as ordered. We had a great bottle of Jordan cabernet, which is my favorite wine. The service was attentive, and the wait staff did an excellent job. We can't wait to return! more

Outback, Lone Star and Roadhouse are a huge step below places like Mitchell's, Smith&Wollensky, Ruth's Chris, Hyde Park, etc.... Yes, you pay a lot more but the quality of the steak is vastly superior at an upper-end steakhouse. Service is much better as is atmophere and of course, the food and wine list. Lower-end chains are fine for a steak with the guys but for a fine steak and meal, go to Ruth's Chris or similar. I feel that Mitchell's has a better ambience and is a bit more exciting but while their steak is excellent, I still have to rate Ruth's Chris as a higher quality cut of beef. The taste is just a slight notch higher than Mitchell's or Morton's. I will say, they are a little inconsistent, but on a good night you won't find a better steak in Columbus. Pros: Filet, Service, Wine list Cons: Ambience, Expensive, Inconsistent more

The steaks are to die for, side dishes will feed two or more and are delicious. Everything is ala carte, but worth the price. The service is terrific. Great place to take out of town guests, or business dinners. Great for a special occasion as well. Pros: delicious steaks, wonderful sides, attentive wait staff Cons: ala carte side dishes more

We have tried many steakhouses over the years and this one keeps rising to the top. Definately the place to go to celebrate something special. The servers are extremely educated in the products and the attention to detail is meticulous (sp). We recommend the filet mignon, cobb salad, and the mashed potatoes. Be aware that the sides are huge and you will probably need to share. Top notch. Pros: Great Atmosphere, Big portions, Best Servers Cons: Expensive, Sometimes Loud more