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Ruth's Chris Steak House

Ruth's Chris Steak House Franchise Cost & Facts · Food & Beverage

Explore Ruth's Chris Steak House franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Unlock the full FDD PDF below for $200.

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Food & BeverageFounded 2011· 15 yrs61 unitsruthschris.com
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Total Investment

Franchise Fee

$203K – $292K

Unit Count

61

Year Founded

2011

Overview

Why Ruth's Chris Steak House?

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a food & beverage brand with over 15 years of operating history and 61 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
Initial franchise fee
$203K – $292K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Franchise Disclosure Documents

Ruth's Chris Steak House FDDs

$200 per document, one-time. Pay by card and the complete PDF downloads instantly: Item 7 initial investment, Item 19 financial performance where disclosed, Item 20 outlet tables, Item 21 audited financials, and every exhibit. Latest filing on record: 2025.

Who's Operating It

28 franchisees of Ruth's Chris Steak House

0 multi-unit operators28 units operated by franchisees
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Why every serious buyer reads the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Ruth's Chris Steak House franchise FAQ

Is Ruth's Chris Steak House a franchise?

Yes. Ruth's Chris Steak House is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Ruth's Chris Steak House location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

What is the Ruth's Chris Steak House franchise fee?

The Ruth's Chris Steak House initial franchise fee is $203K – $292K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Ruth's Chris Steak House franchise locations are there?

Ruth's Chris Steak House operates 61 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Unlock the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Ruth's Chris Steak House founded?

Ruth's Chris Steak House was founded in 2011, giving the brand 15 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Ruth's Chris Steak House franchise profitable?

Ruth's Chris Steak House unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Unlock the Ruth's Chris Steak House FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Ruth's Chris Steak House franchise opportunity?

Unlock the Ruth's Chris Steak House Franchise Disclosure Document on this page for a flat $200. Pay by card and the complete PDF downloads instantly. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials.

Where can I get the Ruth's Chris Steak House FDD?

The current Ruth's Chris Steak House FDD can be unlocked directly on this page for $200 and downloaded as a PDF immediately. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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