Ruth's Chris Steak House Opens First Restaurant in Japan New Franchised Location Brings Total to 112 Worldwide
Heathrow, Fla., October 25, 2007 – Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Inc., (Nasdaq: RUTH), the largest fine-dining company, today announced the opening of a new franchised restaurant in Tokyo, Japan, bringing the total number of restaurants to 112 worldwide. This is Ruth’s Chris first location in Japan, and the sixth location for franchise owners William and Stanley Ko who currently own and operate three locations in Taiwan and two in Hong Kong.
“We are pleased to be expanding our presence internationally, and are excited that we can add Tokyo to our expanding list of restaurants abroad,” commented Craig Miller, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive of Ruth’s Chris Steak House. “As a result of our continued success in Taiwan and Hong Kong, we believe our guests in Tokyo will enjoy the sizzling Ruth’s Chris experience.”
“We are proud to celebrate this new location with William and Stanley Ko, with whom we have enjoyed working with for many years. This newest endeavor is sure to be as successful as the earlier restaurants established in Taiwan and Hong Kong,” said Dan Hannah, Ruth’s Chris Vice President, New Business Development. “Our unique dining experience is a perfect match for the Tokyo area,” he added.
The Tokyo Ruth’s Chris restaurant is located on the first floor of the newly refurbished Tokyo Club building
Kasumigaseki, placing Ruth’s Chris in the middle of downtown Tokyo, and located in the political and administrative heart of the city. Ruth’s Chris Tokyo offers seating for 140 guests in the main dining room and has a private dining space that can accommodate up to 40 additional guests.
Guests in Tokyo can enjoy Ruth’s Chris’ New Orleans-inspired appetizers, the finest Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts, all complemented by an award-winning wine list. Ruth’s Chris, founded in New Orleans more than 40 years ago, offers a comfortable yet elegant atmosphere in which to enjoy celebrations with family and friends or important meeting with colleagues or clients.
About Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Inc. is the largest fine-dining company in the U.S., as measured by the total number of company-owned and franchise-owned restaurants, with 112 locations worldwide. Founded in New Orleans by Ruth Fertel in 1965, Ruth’s Chris specializes in USDA Prime grade steaks served in Ruth’s Chris signature fashion … “sizzling.”
To experience fine dining at its prime . . . just follow the sizzle to Ruth's Chris Steak House. For information, reservations, and gift cards, visit www.RuthsChris.com or call 1-800-544-0808.
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