Ruth's Chris Steak House

Ruth's Chris Steak House was founded in New Orleans, Louisiana by Ruth Fertel, a single mother of two who wanted a better life for herself and her two sons. She purchased "Chris" steakhouse in New Orleans which had been operating for 38 years prior. She changed the name to "Ruth's" Chris when a fire forced her to move from the original location. Today, there are over 140 Ruth’s Chris Steak House locations across the globe, including a recently opened restaurant in Panama. http://www.ruthschris.com