A Ruth's Chris franchise owner has a passion for hospitality—in particular, the warm generosity and welcoming style perfected by our founder, Ruth Fertel. It's a special dedication to creating an inviting atmosphere where memories are made, by guests and team members alike. We call it sizzle.
That passion is the foundation of our partnership. The Ruth's Chris brand, its standards and practices paired with your expertise, investment and hard work make a winning combination. Together, we deliver the upscale steak house experience that keeps our customers coming back for more.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Our franchise partners have...
- A proven track record of operating in hospitality systems
- An infrastructure dedicated to the development of our brands
- Local knowledge and expertise in the areas of consumer preferences, real estate, government regulations, labor, and distribution issues
- Access to adequate capital to develop entire development schedule
- Cultural alignment with Ruth’s Chris Steak House
In 1965, a time when most women couldn’t even apply for a bank card without their husband’s signature, our founder Ruth Fertel risked it all and mortgaged her home to buy a small steak house in New Orleans. As a single mom with two boys, Ruth taught herself the restaurant business, endured countless challenges and, in the process, redefined hospitality.
WHY “RUTH’S CHRIS”?
When a kitchen fire destroyed Chris Steak House in 1976, Ruth was forced to relocate her business, but the Chris Steak House name wasn’t allowed to come along. Short on time, Ruth improvised, adding her own name to the sign. That made it “Ruth’s Chris Steak house” and our legendary name was born.
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