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Ruth's Chris Steak House

3.7 (205 reviews)
Open • 4:00 pm - 10:30 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Brussels Sprouts
Leah U.

If you plan on coming here definitely splurge for the Valet parking, so much easier than the garage on Vine Street. We had reservations for 430 and walked in at 430. They had everything ready for us and took us to a great seat. Ordered a Manhattan and a Dirty Goose Martini, both were very well made and delicious. We ordered the summer salad of tomatoes, feta and mangoes, my husband had the ribeye and a loaded potato and I had the petite filets with shrimp and brussel sprouts. They were all delicious. We ordered dessert of carrot cake and bread pudding to go. We have eaten at the Cincinnati location a few times and this one was just as good. The view wasn't as nice as Cincinnati, BUT it's hard to beat that view. Overall a great time and a delicious meal served by very sweet servers.

Justin M.

We are in town for a convention. We decided to splurge on the first night and have a nice dinner. Ruth's Chris did not disappoint. I ordered the fillet and it was absolutely perfect. It was very buttery and tender. We shared mashed potatoes, mushrooms, and asparagus. I started with the French onion soup, which was also marvelous. The service was top right all of the food was delicious and the restaurant was beautiful. I really don't have anything negative to say. Yes, it's a bit on the expensive side, but we knew that going in and it was perfectly delicious. The cocktails were also made very well and I enjoyed my old-fashioned.

GARLIC MASHED
Bethany D.

I've wanted to try Ruth's Chris Steak House for years, so while we were in town for a volleyball tournament, we decided to treat ourselves to a nice dinner at the bar. Unfortunately, the experience didn't live up to the expectations that come with a high-end steakhouse. After sitting down, it took about ten minutes before anyone acknowledged us or asked for a drink (it was not busy AT ALL). Within the first 20 minutes, three different bartenders asked if we wanted bread and butter--but somehow it never came. I eventually had to remind them. When ordering, I asked for my steak medium rare. The bartender told me that meant a cold red center, which didn't sound right, so I questioned it. She confirmed it, so I ended up ordering medium instead. Shortly after, when my wife was ordering, she noticed the menu clearly described medium rare as having a warm, red center, and the bartender apologized for the confusion. That kind of basic mistake was surprising. We also asked about adding onions to the steak and were told they weren't available and may even be removing them from the menu. For a steakhouse of this caliber, not offering grilled onions felt odd. The suggested alternative--crispy fried onions--didn't feel like an appropriate substitute at this price point. Service continued to be inconsistent. I ordered a second drink that never came until I reminded them about 10 minutes later. At this point there were more employees behind the bar than patrons. While our steak and sides were very good, the overall experience was disappointing--especially considering the cost. It simply didn't match the level of service you expect from a restaurant like this. To make matters worse, we noticed similar issues happening around us. One couple was told there were no onions available after their steaks had already been served. Another guest ordered a blue cheese topping that never came--instead of correcting it, the staff just removed it from the bill. In the end, the bartender did apologize (we didn't complain) and comped us two drinks and the food was solid, but the service and overall experience fell short. For the price, it just wasn't worth it.

CHOCOLATE SIN CAKE
Nick M.

Great time here! Came in for a business meeting, so we were seated in a private room in the corner, which was really nice. We had several servers taken care of us, and everyone was very attentive to the room. We had a preset menu for the event, and some of the sides were served family style, but all of the food was delicious. I had the 11 ounce fillet for dinner, and it was cooked really well and to order (heavily recommend this option, it was the perfect amount of food and so delicious). Also had the garlic mashed potatoes and creamed spinach for sides. For dessert, we had the chocolate sin cake which was also extremely delicious. I really liked that it wasn't overly sweet since dinner was already pretty rich. It was the perfect size too, as I was already pretty full. Overall, great time here, and would happily come back for another steak!

Sea Bass
Ted S.

Had a great dinner at Ruth's Chris last night. It definitely hit the spot. I went with the 11oz filet and blackened scallops, and both were cooked to perfection. The steak was buttery and so tender, and the scallops had just the right amount of seasoning and sear. My wife and mom ordered the sea bass and a salmon, and both looked fantastic Sides were great and shareable sizes too. The au gratin potatoes were rich and cheesy, and the Caesar salad was crisp with a a nice amount of a garlic favor. The real star were the sweet potato casserole. You absolutely have to get a side of ice cream (as recommended by our server Anthony), it somehow managed to be both a side and a dessert, and we were not complaining! Service was on point, the atmosphere was upscale but still relaxed, and overall, it made for a great night out. Everything was amazing and Anthony made the experience that much more worth it!

Brandon N.

If you are going here you already know what to expect for prices and service so you just hope they hit the mark. Well hope no more because they nailed the expectations ... other than the beverage selection. Weirdly enough they did not have Miller Lite or sweet tea. Regardless the food and service was literally perfect across the board. I actually arrived early not knowing the time they opened and the host opened early for me so I didn't have to stand outside in the awful weather. Highly recommended.

Garlic crusted Sea bass.
William D.

Visiting Columbus on a Monday and I wasn't certain if they would be open. I was so pleasantly surprised to be seated almost immediately. Our waitress Michelle was so positive and super helpful we ordered her recommended special and a sea bass. We met Chris the manager on duty that night and had a wonderful visit. When our food arrived Jack and Michelle helped us with everything we could ask for. Just a top notch experience, I need to bring my daughters along next time! Unfortunately we were so taken with the meal that we only thought of pictures near the end. The food was phenomenal! We appreciated the quiet but nicely lit room and since it was early evening on a Monday we had a nice intimate dinner. Well worth the effort to visit!

Cheesecake
Casey G.

This was a birthday celebration dinner. Reservations recommended although when we went during a weekday, it was not busy. When we arrived they asked if we were celebrating and put birthday party confetti on our table. I loved the little detail! Our server was friendly and attentative. He stopped by the table just enough and talked to us a for a moment a couple of times. I ordered one of the classics that included a salad, steak, mashed potatoes, and a mini dessert. It was a good amount of food for the deal. My steak was cooked perfectly and one of the best steaks I have had. This was an enjoyable experience from the celebration atmosphere, service, and meal. They have a Yelp perk check-in offer, but beware they said it is an old offer and will not honor the discount.

Lemon drop
Nancy L.

My son took me to this lovely restaurant for my birthday. HarriJean was our server and she was absolutely delightful and attentive to our needs. I was treated like I was the only guest in the establishment. The food was amazing! Everything was the perfect temperature and delicious. The side dishes are served family style and the portions of the sides were enough for 3 people. We got the mashed potatoes and asparagus for our sides. The steak was so good! I had plenty enough to take home some leftovers. The dessert was so chocolatey and rich: my kind of treat! The atmosphere was perfect for conversation and the table was set beautifully with birthday confetti! I would definitely recommend this restaurant for your next special occasion!

The detectible cheese goo on the inside
Pam P.

By nature of my job I eat at a lot of high end restaurants. But damn, I haven't had service this good in years. And the stuffed chicken was delish as well.

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Wine on High

Wine on High

4.4(124 reviews)
0.4 mi•Short North
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Eight years of visiting Wine on High and it's officially time for an update and an extra star is…read moreindeed warranted. I really enjoy this place and I've been visiting more and more often these days. It's just such a chill wine bar. The vibes are always on point, the staff is lovely (shoutout Chelsea for always being awesome), their selection is great, and the prices are fair. If you ever want to enjoy some food while sipping a glass you can order it from Hubbard Grill next door and they'll bring it over to you. If you want some entertainment during your visit, they have a TV but the people watching on High St is prime time. They also have an upstairs which is perfect if you have a party. Give them a visit next time you're in need of a relaxing time and a glass of your favorite wine.

Super cute place! Very small though, so plan ahead if you have a larger group. Ordering was a…read morelittle confusing because there weren't any signs explaining that you needed to go order at the bar. We waited at a table upstairs for awhile thinking we had a server. Once we realized we didn't, we went downstairs to order our drinks and food at the bar. I had the braised beef sliders with brussel sprouts and they were so good! The food is from Hubbard Grill so that's a fun addition. The wine section is vast, but there is a corkage fee of around $12 for any bottle bought in the store that you want to drink.

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Speck Italian Eatery - Tortellini and Funghi

Speck Italian Eatery

4.4(223 reviews)
0.6 mi•Downtown

I was totally in love with this space and the food served inside. We ate around 6 PM and it was…read moregolden hour so the lighting was gorgeous. The space is very bright and airy: loved the floral and plant vibes. Our server was kind but maybe a bit apprehensive because we brought our two daughters. Sometimes I feel bad bringing kids but honestly we deserve to have good food even if there are little mouths involved. We had the focaccia starter and it was as pillowy and sumptuous as it looked. Next was broccolini which our 8 month old devoured. I tried the funghi pasta and my husband had the sausage ragu. Both had generous portions. The kitchen made butter noodles for our daughter and she LOVED them. I was pleased they didn't try to doll them up because she really did just want noodles and butter. Finally, the octopus was sooo tasty. The sauce was super flavorful and I love a good bean addition. Delicious meal all around.

YE Gurl Says: Speck Had the Scene, But Did It Feed the Girl?…read more Place: Speck Italian Eatery Date: June 30 You know a restaurant is popular when you've been trying to get a reservation and keep losing the battle. So when a girlfriend chose Speck Italian Eatery for girls' dinner, I was ready. Italian food is one of my first loves. I was expecting good food, a good atmosphere, and frankly, a little "this is where everybody is trying to be seen" energy. And on that front? Speck delivered. The space is airy and attractive, the atmosphere was lively, and despite the seating being a little tight, our table toward the back had plenty of room. My girlfriend had been raving about the focaccia, so obviously we had to test the theory. Housemade focaccia with olive oil and sea salt? Yes, ma'am. We shared a few things, including the Crudo--hamachi, blood orange, Castelvetrano olives, fennel, and basil--and the Gem, a crunchy vegetable salad with pistachio, Parmesan crumb, and vinaigrette. Our waiter deserves a shoutout because when it came time to settle up, he was gracious enough to split the shared dishes down the middle for both the portions and the bill. That's good service. For my entrée, I ordered the Cacio e Pepe--except this version uses gnudi, peppercorn, and pecorino. It was good enough that I immediately thought about the beau, who loves cacio e pepe, so half went home with me. I also ordered another focaccia to go. And naturally, I had my Peroni while I was there. So here's where my Italian grandmother's spirit entered the chat. The food wasn't bad. The value is what lost me. For a pescatarian dinner, I felt like the portion sizes and prices didn't quite meet in the middle. Maybe I'm spoiled. I've eaten Italian food made by grandmothers and grandfathers in Little Italy, New Orleans, and Italy itself. I'm accustomed to Italian food being generous, comforting, unfussy, and--most importantly--filling. Speck feels more like consumerism Italian to me. Beautiful room. Beautiful plating. Trendy ingredients. Great atmosphere. But I'm still sitting there wondering when dinner is coming. And the bill didn't help. There's a 3% charge toward team member healthcare, and my portion of the dinner came to about $57. My girlfriend also had a basic Pomodoro pasta, around $17, which means the two of us were already north of $100 before drinks on her side, dessert, and my 20% tip. For two people. And we weren't exactly leaving with the kind of leftovers that could feed us tomorrow. That math gave me pause. YE Gurl Insight: There's a difference between expensive food and expensive dining. I'm perfectly willing to pay for an exceptional meal. But when the experience is carrying as much of the price as the food itself, I need the food to make me forget what I paid. Speck didn't quite get me there. And that's unfortunate because the restaurant absolutely has the atmosphere and popularity to become a regular destination. Final Take: Atmosphere: 1/2 Service: Food: 1/2 Portions/value: 1/2 Pescatarian Experience: 1/2 Would I return? Maybe--but the bar is now considerably higher. YE Gurl Says: Speck is a great place to be seen. I'm just not convinced it's the place to get fed--at least not if you're a vegetarian watching your dollars. I was generous with that 20% tip because the service deserved it. Consider that my chef's kiss goodbye... at least for now.

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Speck Italian Eatery - Gem salad. Arguably the best salad I've ever had.

Gem salad. Arguably the best salad I've ever had.

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The Refectory Restaurant - Mousse au chocolat

The Refectory Restaurant

4.4(597 reviews)
6.7 mi•Northwest
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Celebrating my partner's birthday was the perfect excuse to return to what is, in my opinion,…read moreColumbus' premier restaurant. From the moment we arrived, it was clear why this institution has remained at the top of the city's dining scene for half a century. My partner began with the Escargot and Shiitake Marble Veal Mousse with parsley garlic butter sauce, while I enjoyed the exceptional Mussel Soup with leek chiffonade, saffron cream, and Chablis. Both starters were beautifully prepared and set the tone for the evening. For our second course, my partner selected the Roasted Lake Erie Walleye with dill Chablis sauce, and I chose the Sautéed Florida Red Snapper with Choron vin blanc sauce. Both dishes showcased impeccable technique, fresh ingredients, and elegant presentation. Our third course continued to impress. The Black Truffle Duxelle Stuffed Rabbit Loin with Dijonnaise sauce was rich, flavorful, and perfectly executed, while my Pan-Seared Prime New York Strip Steak with cardamom sauce was cooked flawlessly and absolutely outstanding. We shared the Black Forest Tart with mascarpone chantilly and cherry gel for dessert. The flavors were wonderful, though the tart crust was a bit firmer than expected, making it somewhat difficult to enjoy with only a spoon. Service was polished and professional throughout the evening. Although the restaurant had run out of the bottle of wine we initially selected, the sommelier recommended a comparable bottle from the same AVA that was slightly more expensive and graciously adjusted the price to match our original selection. This was a thoughtful gesture that perfectly reflects The Refectory's commitment to hospitality. Our only minor disappointment was the seating location. The booth where we were placed was tucked away from the main dining room and felt a bit tight, making it somewhat less comfortable than we would have preferred. While the secluded setting had its charm, a table or a more spacious booth in the main dining area would have enhanced the overall experience. Overall, it was another memorable dining experience. Exceptional cuisine, refined service, and an atmosphere that continues to set the standard for fine dining in Columbus. It's easy to understand why The Refectory has earned its stellar reputation and why it has thrived for 50 years. Highly recommended and well deserving of its legendary status.

It's been several months since we were at the refectory restaurant and while the menu has changed…read moresignificantly, the quality of the food remains the same. The restaurant is beautiful, and the service is impeccable. The menu today had a list of "smaller dishes". We started with their bread service which is no longer complementary but it's very inexpensive, and the crusty bread is delicious. For starters my wife and I shared the walnut salad and the escargot mushroom mousse. Both were excellent. For dinner, I ordered the snake river sturgeon which was cooked over a light curry sauce -- fantastic. My wife got the lamb chops, which were cooked to perfection. Even though we were pretty stuffed by this time we couldn't not get their famous crème brûlée -- and it did not disappoint! Oh, and both of us really enjoyed our wines! A wonderful evening, which reminded us why this was one of our favorite Columbus restaurants.

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Lindey's - Croque madame

Lindey's

4.2(1.2k reviews)
1.6 mi•German Village
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Delicious dinner here a few weeks back. Came in for a Sunday night dinner over Labor Day weekend,…read moreand we were amazed. Definitely recommend sitting outside, the patio is so peaceful. Only downside is that we had to wait a little bit (about 30 minutes) for a patio table even though we did have a reservation. They do not take reservations for the patio. Our service was amazing though, food was delicious, and it came out quickly. If you like steak, the steak fried is a perfect size dish without being overly heavy pricey. Our waitress was very friendly and took good care of us. We were actually celebrating our recent engagement, and the restaurant gave us each a glass of champagne, which was very kind of them. Overall great experience here, one of Columbus's finest gems!

Okay I'll start with I love lindeys and the service is always great. I think I went during a day…read morethat was a one off all around though. We waited at the bar for an outside table, they said 30-40 minutes but took 60-70 minutes, okay totally fine the outside patio is so nice. What was not ok was the front desk host who was rude (maybe because it was so busy?) either way, whispering under her breath how miserable she is was kinda awkward. Loved my drink and burrata during the bar service and Aiden the outside server was kind. Will definitely come back because it's so nice whether you're sitting inside in the pretty dining rooms or outside on the patio.

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Watershed Vodka Martini with Blue cheese stuffed olives

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