Ruth’s Chris Steak House: The High-Fidelity "Sizzling Luxury" Anchor for Premier Commercial & Mixed-Use Districts. Founded in 1965 by Ruth Fertel in New Orleans, Ruth’s Chris Steak House (ruthschris.com) is a world-class fine-dining brand defined by its "Life's Best Moments" philosophy. Serving as a critical Fine-Dining & Community Anchor, the brand is globally renowned for its signature USDA Prime steaks served on 500-degree plates. Entering 2026, the brand is entering a "Synergy Integration Era" under the ownership of Darden Restaurants, which acquired the brand in June 2023 for $715 million. For developers, Ruth’s Chris represents a "High-Value Traffic Driver" that validates luxury high-streets and premium hotel podiums—driving intense dwell time through its upscale dining room environment and high-fidelity beverage program.