RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE
Chiyoda, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Kasumigaseki delivers reliable American steakhouse dining with USDA Prime beef seared at 980°C. Five-time Tabelog 100 selection since 2021, it serves corporate lunches (JPY 5,000–5,999) and expense-account dinners (JPY 15,000–19,999) in a 136-seat space with three private rooms. Book for group-friendly capacity and consistent execution near Tokyo's government district.
About RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE
Book Ruth's Chris Steak House in Tokyo if you are comparing premium steakhouse options. Dinner is JPY 15,000–19,999 and lunch is JPY 5,000–5,999. The restaurant is also included in the Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST - 2025 selection. The dress code is smart casual, and the hours include both lunch and dinner service daily.
The Steakhouse Format in Tokyo
Ruth's Chris Steak House is a Tokyo steakhouse with listed lunch and dinner hours and a premium dinner price range. If chef-led formats, seat count, tasting-menu structure, beverage program, or room layout matter to your booking, ask the restaurant directly before reserving. For planning purposes, check current availability before booking, especially if timing, party size, or seating preferences matter.
Menu, Pricing, and What to Order
Expect lunch in the JPY 5,000–5,999 range and dinner in the JPY 15,000–19,999 range. Check current dishes, cuts, course structures, service charges, allergy accommodations, and dietary options directly with the restaurant before booking. Lunch is the lower listed spend, while dinner is the higher-priced option. Hours are listed as 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10:30 PM Monday through Friday, and 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10 PM on Saturday and Sunday.
How It Fits Tokyo's Steak Market
Ruth's Chris Steak House sits within Tokyo's broader premium dining landscape, alongside very different venues such as 焼肉あたご 虎ノ門 and French-leaning destinations such as L'ARGENT. Its most useful planning hooks are practical ones: known price bands, daily lunch and dinner hours, smart-casual dress code, and the Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST - 2025 listing. Diners looking for specific counter seating, private rooms, a particular beverage focus, or a highly structured menu should confirm those points directly rather than relying on assumptions.
Ruth's Chris Steak House is a straightforward Tokyo option to evaluate when you want a premium meal with published lunch and dinner price ranges. Focus your decision on practical details such as budget, hours, dress code, and menu fit. If you want to compare it with other Tokyo dining rooms, consider Tokyo restaurants that better match the format you want.
Planning details
- Location
- Club Building, 101, Tokyo, 3 Chome-2-6 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0013, Japan
- Website
- ruthschris.com
- Phone
- +81 3-3501-0822
The take
The Take
The Vibe
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE presents as a classic, well-established steakhouse rooted in an international reputation. The description emphasizes its long-standing identity and specialty in high-heat cooking—searing beef at an extraordinary 980 degrees—so the kitchen’s technique is a clear part of the restaurant’s character. Private rooms are available and the listing notes a no-smoking policy, which together reinforce a polished, controlled dining environment rather than a casual grill. The overall impression is of a focused, beef-forward destination that leans toward traditional steakhouse refinement.
Best For
This venue suits diners who prioritize a traditional steakhouse experience and private-group dining. The write-up highlights the restaurant’s focus on the finest beef cooked at very high temperatures and explicitly mentions private rooms, which makes it a sensible pick for business gatherings or small celebratory parties that value privacy. The no-smoking note further indicates an environment attentive to guest comfort. The restaurant is presented as a well-known overseas brand operating in Toranomon, so it also appeals to guests seeking a recognizable, classic steakhouse format.
Ordering Tips
When dining here, lean into the restaurant’s signature approach to beef: the description calls out steaks seared at 980 degrees, so ordering a prime steak is the most straightforward way to experience what the kitchen emphasizes. Because private rooms are available, ask about reserving one for groups or special occasions. Note the no-smoking policy when booking if that matters to your party. The Tabelog listing implies menus and user photos are available online, so checking those resources ahead of your visit can help you choose cuts and side options that match your preferences.
Venue details
Ambiance
Upscale American steakhouse atmosphere with white tablecloths, dark woods, and dim, warm lighting, creating a polished yet comfortable setting suited to dates, business dinners, and special occasions.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- USDA Prime ribeye steak
- Filet mignon
- Lobster tail
- New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Club Building, 101, Tokyo, 3 Chome-2-6 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0013, Japan
Planning details
Location
Club Building, 101, Tokyo, 3 Chome-2-6 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0013, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- L'ARGENT, French, ¥¥¥
- ラルジャン, Notable alternative
- Restaurant Ararat, French, French
- Zuckerbäckerei Kayanuma, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown
- 焼肉あたご 虎ノ門, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Ruth's Chris sits in a different category than Tokyo's French-technique steakhouses. L'ARGENT and Restaurant Ararat both layer French culinary training over their steak programs, pushing dinner prices above JPY 20,000 and aiming for a more intimate, chef-driven experience. Ruth's Chris trades that refinement for portion size, predictable American-style service, and the ability to accommodate parties of 10 to 20 in private rooms, a capacity that most independent steakhouses can't match. If you're booking for a business dinner or a large group that needs reliable execution without the three-week lead time required at high-end teppanyaki counters, Ruth's Chris is the easier call.
For diners seeking value rather than scale, Zuckerbäckerei Kayanuma operates in a completely different format (European bakery-café with savory plates at JPY 3,000–4,999), making it a poor comparison for steak-focused meals. 焼肉あたご 虎ノ門 offers a more casual yakiniku experience in the same neighborhood, with lower price points and a grill-it-yourself format that appeals to solo diners and couples who don't need the full-service American steakhouse treatment. Ruth's Chris makes the most sense when private-room capacity, corporate-friendly service, and consistent beef quality outweigh the desire for culinary experimentation or a quieter, more intimate counter experience.
If you can't book Ruth's Chris or prefer a smaller-scale experience, consider the counter seating at independent steakhouses in Ginza or Roppongi, where the chef's technique and seasonality drive the menu. For broader Tokyo dining options across all categories, explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tasting menu worth it at RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE?
Ask the restaurant whether a tasting menu is currently offered. Dinner is listed at JPY 15,000–19,999, so confirm the current menu format directly with the restaurant before booking.
What should I order at RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE?
Use the current restaurant menu when deciding what to order. At lunch, the listed budget is JPY 5,000–5,999; at dinner, it is JPY 15,000–19,999.
Is lunch or dinner better at RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE?
Lunch has the lower listed spend at JPY 5,000–5,999, while dinner is listed at JPY 15,000–19,999. Lunch and dinner service are available daily, with dinner closing listed at 10:30 PM Monday through Friday and 10 PM on Saturday and Sunday.
