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| - First off, I have to say that I'm not the kind of person who gets caught up in the yelp hype of a particular restaurant simply because there are some positive reviews posted. In addition, I walked into Ruth Chris Steak House with a bit of trepidation because many of the local Las Vegas yelpers I follow hadn't posted reviews of this dining establishment. Many of the reviews were from visitors or tourists who may not know the ins and outs of Las Vegas steak houses. Just the same, I had high expectations for this restaurant, in part because I knew I was about to plunk down over $200 for a dinner for two. I'm sad to say, those expectations weren't realized.
The following is my score card for Ruth Chris Steak House:
Hostess/Front Counter service
4 out 5 stars. They greeted us with a smile and smartly took time to make small talk as were escorted to our table.
Ambiance
4 out of 5 stars. For most tables, you have an elevated view of the bright lights of the strip (or at least part of it). The table settings and overall decor were as expected.
Waiter service
3 out of 5 stars. Our waiter, Dean, was relatively cordial and efficient for what he did. He got down to business and took our order relatively quickly. For some reason, he skipped engaging us with small talk or making any personal connection, and his check-ins with us were few and far between (at a time when the restaurant wasn't busy). Food was brought out by a server, so Dean earned a nice sized tip simply for taking our order and dropping off the check.
Food
3 out of 5 stars. We both ordered filet mignon, salad and a number of side orders, which are easily large enough to share. At the very least, I was expecting an impressive steak, but Ruth Chris didn't deliver. My steak was merely average.
Hot plate situation
Both the waiter and server made a number of cautionary announcements about their entrees being served piping hot 500 degree plates. So much so, I got a little concerned for my personal safety. Put your hand on the plate without oven mitts and you'll could end up in a burn unit. Yikes. I hate Mexican food served in this fashion, and serving steak this way didn't make it any better.
Something you might factor into your steak order is if you want your steak cooked medium, and (when served) you take time for a couple of yelp photos, a yelp check-in and chit chat with your company, your steak (sitting on 500 degree plate) might just end up sizzling itself up to medium well. I'm just saying its possible, especially when you consider you can fry an egg on the pavement at about 150 degrees.
I might give Ruth Chris one more try, but only after I've run through a number of other Las Vegas steakhouses.
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