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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Wilmington is located inside the Hilton Wilmington Riverside Hotel in the heart of historic Downtown Wilmington. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting, or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs and our Wilmington steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere of casual elegance.
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87 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 87 reviews
5 stars
(53)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(69)
- romantic(47)
- scenic view(34)
- notable wine list(30)
- fit for foodies(20)
- good for groups(14)
Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC Reviews List
Review 1 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointed to say the least
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The title says it all! I have eaten at many Ruth's Chris across the country in MAJOR metropolitan towns, DC, NY, LA, Seattle, Vegas... I KNOW what RC quality was or is suppose to be and frankly the food was no better than going to an out back but the cost was not that! My mom said it best she resented the meal! When you pay 400$ for a meal it should be memorable for all good reasons not for how average it was. Don't know if RC of Wilm simply does not have to live up to higher standards as the cities named above or if RC has just grown too big and has become nothing more than an overpriced Outback; but either way I won't be back as there are much better (and sometimes more expensive so its about quality not money) out there."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 2 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I loved the whole dining experience. The staff was great and the view of the river topped it off. The food was excellent."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 3 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great meal as always. Soup
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great meal as always. Soup and cream spinach could have been a little hotter. The dessert we selected was very small. Wish server would have explained it was smaller due to being a special....overall loved the meal and would go back."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 4 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a phenomenal experience. Patrick was our server, but he was backed up by an entire crew of unobtrusively scrupulous assistants. I wish I could remember their names. The food was exquisite in it's simplicity, salt, pepper, butter. The most amazing flavors were brought forth from each featured item. The steak, lobster, scallop, shrimp... Beautiful. I was particularly impressed with the baked potato whose interior was creamy perfection while the skin was crisp and flavorful. Next to the lobster, I do believe I enjoyed that perfect potato best!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service, requested roses
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great service, requested roses for date and it was complimentary! Awesome steak, staff was very generous and professional"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ruth Chris is THE BEST Place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Ruth Chris is THE BEST Place for GREAT Food. The best steak ever, it was tender,absolutely the best tasting beef you can get.Everything was cooked perfect,fresh veggies and service was 1st class. Our waitress a joy, she enjoyed her job and KNEW her job, very professional. The best service anywhere. Very nice atmosphere, overlooking the Cape Fear with a view of the Battle ship.Quaint dinning!!!
We will be back.LOVE,LOVE,LOVE!!!!!!
The Rouse's"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 7 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our server, Leslie, was FANTASTIC.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our server, Leslie, was FANTASTIC. She was there to take care of our needs without being obtrusive. We noted on our reservation that one of our party is gluten intolerant. Leslie had the gluten-free menu on the table when we arrived. She also provided a gluten-free dessert for our "birthday girl" without us reminding her about the gluten issue."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food but very expensive.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food but very expensive. Everything is a la carte so expect a huge bill."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 9 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was great, The tea
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"The food was great, The tea was good (that's important)the Service was good. I would likek to see you offer more specials like Restaurant Week 3 Course."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 10 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was my 59th birthday and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was my 59th birthday and I always wanted to come to your resturant and yoillu didn't let me down it was absolutely wonderful and we will be back again."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I've never seen so many people
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've never seen so many people in jeans for a place that when they called me to confirm my reservation, that the dress attire was business casual."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 12 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food, poor service from Dave
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great. I went for Restaurant Week. The three-course meal was a good fit. I like coming to Ruth's Chris, however, this is the second time I have been served by a waiter named Dave and received sub-par service. While I don't mind quirkiness in character, Dave was not focused on his job, was totally irresponsible and did not place my order in a timely fashion. There was a wait of 20 minutes before I received my drink, and the place was not full or extremely busy. My main course came in before my appetizer (mixup occurred), and when I inquired about my salad, the other waiters were flustered. I did get my salad shortly after that. Thankfully, the manager stopped by my table and made amends for the poor service."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 13 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My fillet was not as tasty
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My fillet was not as tasty as it was during my last visit to Ruth Chris."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 14 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been there 3 times
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been there 3 times in the past year, never disappointed."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 15 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A wonderful birthday celebration!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waitress was wonderful. She knew that we had an event to make after dinner and skillfully brought us item at the appropriate time for us to make it to the event on time.
Although one of our steaks was cooked a bit too much, our waitress took care of us and it was not a reflection of the norm at your restaurant."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The steak and pork were great!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The steak and pork were great! Prices are through the roof and almost laughable for this part of the country. Caesar salad had no Caesar taste at all and did not even look like a Caesar salad.
Nice staff."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 17 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
FOOD PREP AND PRESENTATION
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"FOOD PREP AND PRESENTATION OUTSTANDING. IN MY OPINION RUTHS IS THE BEST REST. IN THE WILMINGTON ARE BAR NONE. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 18 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
seperate checks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"waiter seemed to be overwelmed with eight people and separate checks. Didn't get it right three times. Must of been having a bad night. Otherwise the experence was fine."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
nice experience...a regular
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"nice experience...a regular customer...was very uncomfortable in temp...much to warm.."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
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Review 20 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I mentioned that it was our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I mentioned that it was our wedding anniversary and they made the experience extra special. It was very nice."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 21 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great "Special Occasion" Resturant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very good resturant. It is a great "Special Occasion" spot. Might be the best steak and Bread Pudding I have ever had. Very romantic and should sweep just about any girl off her feet with just the Ambiance alone. It is a fairly small resturant so making a reservation was a great idea."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
While extremely disappointed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While extremely disappointed with a 40 minute wait to be seated, regardless of my reservation, the evening was saved by our server. Brook was very professional, highly effecient, and extremely friendly. Anyone dining with Ruth's Chris Wilmington would be lucky to have her.
PS: To whoever is responsible for the wine list - Believe it or not, there ARE people outside of California who produce wine. A whole world of them actually. Just a thought."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
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Review 23 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We enjoyed a typically great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed a typically great meal from Ruth's Chris on Valentines Day, but this location seemed pricey even by RC standards. Not sure if it was the special menu, or if the Wilmington location is just higher priced, but it was significantly more than we've spent in other locations for a similar meal. Otherwise, it was what you'd expect from a high end restaurant on a special occasion, and few do it as well as Ruth's."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 24 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Disappointing Valentine Meal
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was very disappointed when we arrived ON TIME for our 8pm reservation & was told it would be approx a 15min wait.... We actually waited approx 32-45 minutes for our table. Another party that also had reservations @ 8pm had to wait so long they missed their movie that they had prepaid to see. They had purchased advanced tickets for a 10pm showing.....they were VERY disappointed.
This was my first visit & I expected much more...sadly to say my expectations were not meet. I ordered gumbo & a caesar salad. I must say, it was the sadest salad I have ever seen. The only one in my group that was totally pleased with the meal was the individual that ordered the pork chop. 1 in 4 isn't a high number of satisfaction."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 25 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our server was excellent.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our server was excellent. He told us later he had been with the corporation for a long time, but had just started as a waiter that week. You wouldn't have known; he was extremely personable, around when necessary, aloof when we wanted time alone. My husband and I were celebrating our first anniversary since getting married. The crab corn chowder was fantastic, I'd recommend to anyone. The steak was expertly prepared exactly how we wanted it. The crab cake was good, a little too filled with shredded crab, but there was lump crab in it, so I could tolerate it. I was disappointed by the potatoes au gratin - they tasted like they had been frozen. I also could have used a bit more flavor in the hollandaise sauce served with the asparagus."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfectly done filet! Our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perfectly done filet! Our server, Diane was wonderful. Excellent experience."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 27 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I took my husband to Ruth's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my husband to Ruth's Chris on his birthday. Table next to us had some noisy people, but since everything else was so great, I overlook those who don't realize that in a restaurant, we use our "inside" voices."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 28 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never disappoints. The food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Never disappoints. The food is always fantastic and the service is always great."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 29 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ruth's Cris is an excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Ruth's Cris is an excellent restaurant and this location definitely delivered! The staff was exceptional as was the ambiance. Thank you for another wonderful night."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
100% worth it!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I read reviews and some of them were not as high as I expected. I didn't want to go to a place and spend lots of money if it wasn't going to be worth it. I just decided what the heck, and went anyway. I can not say enough good things about this restaurant. The food, service and overall experience was amazing. I am a white wine drinker so I do not really know which red wines I like. My waiters Drew & Hunter(training) brought me over 4 glasses of red wines to try to see which one I would like best. I've never experiencd that before and they were just so welcoming. I highly recommend this restaurant. I had the filet with the blue cheese crust and it was the best piece of steak I have ever had."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2012
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Review 31 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Bad night
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I am not sure what happened . . We had a steak that was cooked wrong, a burger that was way overdone and the worst service ever!!! It was a bad night for sure . . I am hoping it was an isolated incident."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2007
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Review 32 for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great but Disappointing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was greatly disappointed to find out (at the end of my meal) that I could have gotten the filet and lobster tail (which is an absolute favorite of mine) for about the same price as the filet I ordered. Part of our group was seated and informed of the specials and when the remainder of our group was seated, the waiter did not repeat the specials. The food was excellent and, other than this one mishap, the waitstaff was very attentive."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wilmington, NC
Based on the average of (55) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
9 out of 9 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate