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Ruth's Chris Steak House

3.9 (241 reviews)
Ultra High-EndSteakhouses
Closed • Closed
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Classy
Upscale
Moderate noise
Happy hour specials

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Billy L.

I have always wanted to eat at a Ruth's Chris restaurant but never got the opportunity. Last year when I was in the Grand Rapids area we tried doing a walk in! Not happening! From what I understand they get booked up weeks in advance. So this year we booked the reservation about a month in advance. Starting with the hostess - sweet , friendly and prompt professional service. Next on to our amazing waitress Autumn! Seriously had to be one of the best waiter or waitress I've ever had. She was attentive to our needs without interrupting or smothering us. She asked if we were celebrating any special occasion, which we were not, other than being in town to watch Bullriding at the Van Andel Arena. Autumn went through the menu for us and let us know what her favorites were. The meal starts with their warm mini loaf of bread with awesome soft butter. It was so good that she had to bring us a second loaf while we were there, and she sent another loaf home in my leftover bag. I ordered the Sea Bass on spinach and my friend ordered the stuffed chicken. We also got a side of the Crimini Mushrooms and she explained that it comes in a veal sauce and since I don't eat red meat she said we could substitute olive oil for it. My friend ordered the stuffed chicken that had garlic, stuffing and Parmesan. Not sure exactly what it all was - but it was over the top delicious. We were too stuffed for dessert, but she brought us a free dessert that looked like it's given to people who are celebrating a special occasion. It was a small chocolate mousse and a small bowl of fruits in a cream sauce. Yummy for both!!! All in all - expensive but amazing experience and totally worth it. My portion of sea bass was huge and it was cooked perfectly. I tried really hard to finish all of it, but ended up taking probably half back to the room.

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De'Laka B.

Ruth Chris has such a cool dimly lit kind of vibe. Light jazz in the back as I enjoyed a pomegranate smash cocktail. The lamb chops were my second dinner option. Delicious flavor but too much food for me. Service was incredible. The kitchen added graham cracker crumbles to the berries and cream and it was heaven. Will be back.

Chelsea F.

We came here for our first anniversary and wow it didn't disappoint! You do have to pay a 40$ deposit to make a reservation but once we checked in, they refunded us the 40$ automatically. The prices are listed on the menu (and it's expensive , as you'd expect). The atmosphere is cozy and the wait staff was great. Our food was INCREDIBLE. We had heard amazing things but the food really was amazing. I also got an Apple cider cinnamon sangria (it was like 18$) but it was quite delicious. The steaks don't come with sides (you need to order and buy additional items) but you do get warm bread and butter. We enjoyed the additional 20$ lobster tail side. Yum yum yum. Our waiter recommended us coming back each year for our anniversary and we just might! They also had a nice little dish to celebrate our anniversary (that was demolished). Definitely recommend (and go in knowing it's very expensive but still enjoy the experience).

Dyz S.

My husband wanted to take me to W for my birthday dinner, but it was too crowded. So, we went to a steakhouse instead. Luckily, there were still seats available since we didn't make a reservation. The establishment exuded a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere. Our server, Michael, warmly welcomed us and promptly provided us with refreshing beverages. He proceeded to meticulously detail the various courses, including the restaurant's specialties. Michael displayed exceptional politeness, friendliness, and expertise in his role. He consistently ensured that we were attended to and promptly addressed any of our needs. We started with calamari as an appetizer, followed by a steak salad , a porter house meant to serve two individuals, along with sweet wine. The quality of the food, ranging from the bread to the steak, was exceptional. The service provided to us was of the highest standard. Upon completing our meal, we were graciously offered a dessert; however, we declined as we were too full. Much to our surprise, they presented me with a delightful chocolate moose accompanied by fresh fruit in celebration of my birthday. This gesture truly touched me. Overall, our experience was thoroughly enjoyable and we intend to return in the future, accompanied by our family. Thank you very much! Your establishment made my birthday celebration exceptionally memorable.

Chilled Seafood Tower !
Shonda C.

Amazing ! The seafood tower was delicious !!!! Service was great, and food was quick! Josh had the misfortune of being our server but he took it all in stride of us being a bit silly and loud !

Hannah M.

Just stopped in for a couple of drinks before dinner on a busy night! The drinks were pretty good and the waitress was attention and friendly. Dim lighting and a cozy feel. We were seated quickly and were able to relax for a while before heading out!

Chop Salad
Jonathan Z.

Ruth's Chris is one of those chains that are super consistent. Nice hot bread and good butter. We we're too hungry coming off eating on the plane, so we decided to share a few items. We started off with Ruth's Chop Salad, which was delightful. Julienne iceberg lettuce, baby spinach and radicchio were the main veg. It also had some red onions, mushrooms, and green olives. I loved the bacon, eggs, croutons, and bleu cheese dressing. Probably the best part is the topping of crispy onions. It's rare to see escargot on a menu, so we ordered the app. They were not the biggest I've had, but they were covered in garlic butter and delicious. I recommend dipping some bread in there. So good! Our main was the Porterhouse. What can I say? NY Strip and Filet Mignon nice and juicy on T-shaped bone! We had it cut and it was on a classic sizzling hot plate. Don't touch the plate to check. Ask me how I know.

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4 months ago

Still one of the best steaks. Best Cesar salad I had blanked ribeye. Rare. The best. Window seat. Great environment great service.

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Great food and service! Always a hit for any occasion like a dinner date or family gathering.

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Best steak I have ever had! The sweet potato casserole is my absolute favorite very expensive

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I have eaten here many times and it's always perfect. Wonderful service and unbelievable food, our go-to for every special occasion.

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Love the service the food was amazing fresh tasty beautiful atmosphere we will go back for sure

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Bowdie's Chophouse - Grand Rapids

Bowdie's Chophouse - Grand Rapids

4.3(131 reviews)
3.2 mi

Another great date night with Bowdies and Houston friends! We made a 7:15p reservation for Monday…read morenight and got sat in the main dining room this time (definitely will always request this side now). We were welcomed with drinks and toasted bread. Our party of 4 enjoyed shrimp cocktail, oysters, mushrooms, fries and Caesar salads to start. This time, we decided to share the ribeye and our server carved it for us table side. Our steaks were cooked perfectly medium rare and I loved having a side of creamy horseradish to dip. Fancy date on Monday night is the way to go - not overly crowded/busy, casual atmosphere, and gastronomically delightful.

Overpriced and underwhelming…read more In any other city, this place would have its lunch eaten by better operations / food. ~$125 per person (before tip) for 2 steaks (ribeyes), 3 sides, and 2 Diet Cokes is a bit much considering the quality of food. Fries and brussels were delicious, but the lobster mac is overrated (bland) and our steaks were mediocre. Both were slightly overcooked (not a dealbreaker, but for $85/each I'd expect better). Add in the fact that they just drown them in butter and salt to hide the poor cooking (somehow, very little sear and barely any grill marks on one of the two steaks). Service was excellent - I'll give it that, but it was a little slow at the end once our meal had concluded to get us packed up / being a check. Atmosphere - it feels upscale, but that's just because of the prices and menu selection / options. Food came out quickly, portions were good for the price. They also validate parking for the lot just behind their building (street parking is tight / limited). Unfortunately, it's unlikely that we'd come back. Good news is, there are lots of other options for special occasions in town so weigh your options before booking here.

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Bowdie's Chophouse - Grand Rapids - To the left of the front entrance. Really nice dining area.

To the left of the front entrance. Really nice dining area.

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Bowdie's Chophouse - Grand Rapids - Warm and welcoming decor. Outdoor seating available during warmer months.

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Warm and welcoming decor. Outdoor seating available during warmer months.

The Chop House Grand Rapids

The Chop House Grand Rapids

4.3(379 reviews)
0.1 mi
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After attending a marriage retreat, my husband and I decided on Chop House for our date night. From…read morethe time we stepped in the door to when we walked out, the service was exceptional! Their team worked in unison to provide a truly enjoyable experience. To start, the cheese popovers were a delicious surprise, and we could've taken a bagful home. My husband ordered the 22 oz cowboy steak, which he described as the best steak he has ever eaten (this is a rare statement from him), and I enjoyed two jumbo African lobster tails dipped in butter. Despite feeling full after our entrees, we felt the need to order the Affogato topped with Baileys for dessert. It was a perfect end to a wonderful meal. Special shoutout to our server, Brian C., for his amazing attentiveness and personable attitude. We will be going back.

First time here and on my birthday and it was a real treat!…read more I've never been inside and realized how deep it goes! We were brought to a dim lit area downstairs and the vibe felt moody and romantic. Right away we were greeted and got water and some drinks ordered and they brought us some bread and butter to eat while we picked out what we wanted for dinner. I already had decided on trying the Beef Wellington because I've always been curious about that dish and had never been anywhere fancy enough to serve it. Since this restaurant serves items à la carte we decided on two sides: we ordered the brussel sprouts and the au gratin potatoes. Both were unbelievably good! The brussel sprouts had Dijon mustard and bacon lardons which made the sprouts shine and the au gratin potatoes were rich and cheesy and I loved them! My Beef Wellington really exceeded my expectations! They mentioned with it having a puff pastry the steak could only be cooked medium rare to prevent the pastry from burning which I am completely fine with. The puff pastry and the filet were so good together especially with the Cabernet demi glaze that came with it. The flavors really complimented each other so well I finished this and was super satisfied! I also want to mention I've never been to a restaurant that plated everyone at the same time. It felt very fancy and special and was awesome to see all around us. My water glass was never empty either! The servers were obviously very well trained and so helpful. For dessert we ordered the peanut butter tart and that was so yummy! They drew a happy birthday message for me which always makes me feel special no matter what age I am. Loved my experience here and would gladly recommend and return here! The prices are elevated but not as bad as you'd think! It's definitely a special occasion spot for your loved ones!

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The Chop House Grand Rapids - Just ok... wouldn't order again.

Just ok... wouldn't order again.

The Chop House Grand Rapids - Béarnaise was really good!

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Béarnaise was really good!

Carvers: Grand Rapids Finest Meats - Steak fries

Carvers: Grand Rapids Finest Meats

4.2(44 reviews)
0.8 mi
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Carvers must be doing something right. Three of the four people in my family chose to get a meal…read morefrom Carvers over the multiple other choices at Grand Rapids Downtown Market, so that must mean something! Carvers has an actual kids menu. I don't think any other food stall in the market has a kids menu, so that's a bonus. The kids' menu includes the standard kid fare: chicken tenders, grilled cheese, a hot dog, a cheeseburger. That was enough variety for my children, who picked a grilled cheese and cheeseburger. All of the kids' meals are served with fries. We also got steak fries, which I was told were "very good." OK! The steak fries were what you'd imagine them to be: fries topped with chopped pieces of steak, topped with white cheese sauce. I was impressed by Carvers ready-to-eat offerings in their refrigerated case. They had stuffed baked potatoes, ready-to-grill asparagus, cole slaw, egg rolls, and even elote salad (which is labeled as street corn salad). Lots of delicious-looking foods ready to take with you.

Located in the Downtown Market, this full-service butcher is also a restaurant featuring quality…read moremeats. There is a lot of foot-traffic in the market, but ordering has never been difficult and the service is typically decent. Over the years, I've been back to Carver's multiple times and they have upped their game since my first visit. The burgers have been great and the fries are particularly good. Their menu changes with their inventory, but there are always burgers and good sandwiches. The French Dip, Pulled Pork and Reubens have been standouts. This is now my go-to for lunch when the family stops at the Downtown Market.

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Carvers: Grand Rapids Finest Meats - Meat for sale

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Leo's - Chargrilled Seascallopa.

Leo's

4.2(404 reviews)
0.2 mi
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We enjoyed a wonderful anniversary dinner on a Saturday night during a holiday weekend . The place…read morewas busy . We had a reservation and received a text on our way in that our table was ready , they added a nice touch with an anniversary placard at the table . Dinner wasn't rushed yet service was attentive , drinks were well crafted , wine list very well curated . We enjoyed Lobster pasta and Cajun seafood dish , very nice menu making it was hard to choose . Dessert was a chocolate cheesecake covered in cherries . The only complaint is the dining room is a bit bright and just doesn't have a high end feel . The food and service make up for that , truly a great dinner

This was a great seafood spot a group of us from work visited near the end of a long week. We…read morestarted with cocktails and then moved on to a selection of wines by the glass. The menu for both was extensive. Several appetizers, soups, and salads were enjoyed. The seafood cake duo (one crab and one lobster), along with the soup trio (clam chowder, lobster bisque, and soup of the day, which was a sirloin tip and bean variety) were my favorites. All entrees were huge. I enjoyed the Chilean sea bass, which was amazing. The halibut, and a few different steaks also received rave reviews. One didn't care for their branzino. Not sure why, as I tasted it and thought it was fine. The waiter, without asking, took it off the bill. We didn't get dessert, as we were stuffed. However, we saw several that looked great. Service was friendly, informative, and around when we needed it. I'd definitely go back.

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Leo's - Crab cakes & scallops starters

Crab cakes & scallops starters

Leo's - Seafood cakes duet (lobster and crab)

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Seafood cakes duet (lobster and crab)

Ruth's Chris Steak House - steak - Updated May 2026

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