Basel Z.
Yelp
Twelve years ago, I came to Ruth's Chris for the first time and it completely changed everything I thought I knew about steak. It was a game-changer. Coming back more than a decade later, I was nervous I had built it up too much in my head, worried it wouldn't live up to the memory. Alas, it was every bit as incredible as the first time.
My wife and I chose to celebrate our anniversary here, and from the moment we arrived, the experience felt special. The table was decorated with hearts, and the menu was personalized with our names, a thoughtful and unexpected touch. Our server, "Stone Cold Steve" Patrick (he'll get it if he sees this), was outstanding. Friendly, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable, he went out of his way to make sure everything was perfect.
We started with the warm, complimentary bread and butter, followed by the French Onion soup (soup of the day), which was the ideal start to a cozy dinner on a cold, rainy night. For appetizers, we had the Brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes. Both are fantastic. The Brussels sprouts are roasted, served with crispy bacon and a touch of honey butter that adds just the right amount of sweetness. And the garlic mashed potatoes are exactly what you want next to a great steak: creamy, flavorful, and comforting.
For our main course, we shared the Porterhouse for Two, ordered medium. It arrived slightly more on the medium-rare side (still delicious) but the staff insisted on correcting it and returned it perfectly cooked. To make up for the mix-up, they also gave us a complimentary sweet potato casserole, which turned out to be an unexpected highlight. I normally wouldn't think to order it, but it tasted like Thanksgiving. It's warm, spiced, and topped with a crisp pecan crust.
As for the steak: it was simply phenomenal. The Porterhouse for Two is Ruth's Chris' signature cut, combining the best of both worlds - a flavorful New York Strip on one side and a tender Filet Mignon on the other, served sizzling on a 500-degree plate to keep every bite hot and juicy (watch the video I posted to hear that beautiful sound). It reminded me exactly why I fell in love with this place in the first place. We paired it with a glass of red wine, expertly recommended by Patrick, and it brought everything together beautifully.
To top off the night, they brought us a complimentary cheesecake dessert with two glasses of champagne to celebrate our anniversary, yet another thoughtful gesture that really made the evening feel special.
All in all, it was a flawless experience: warm service, incredible food, and the perfect setting for a memorable date night. I definitely won't be waiting another 12 years to come back.