Ruths Chris Steak House

2525 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305-1620

Steakhouse

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Ruths Chris Steak House has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 8, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

“Current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Fort Lauderdale restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 31, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed Dishwasher (Temperature less than 160F). Operator will use the triple sink until the dishwasher is fixed. **Warning**

16-54-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers in the dishwashing area with wet nesting. Operator stored in a manner to allow air drying. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

24-08-4

Sep 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. Observed Smith, Rose, Vonnie unable to locate. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**

53B-14-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of cups on floor. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Oct 14, 2024

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Aug 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed 0 ppm at bar glass washer. Operator was able to prime and correct to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

16-55-4

Feb 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2023 only license on display.

50-09-4

Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed 0 ppm chlorine on dish machine. Operator primed and requested service.

16-55-4

Aug 18, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Mar 30, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher - main glass washer (Chlorine 0ppm).

22-41-4

High Priority - Non-food grade towel used as liner for food container. Terry cloth towel on cilantro. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-86-1

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Employee restroom off cookline.

32-17-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**

16-21-4

Dec 2, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.

29-34-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ruths Chris Steak House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ruths Chris Steak House on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ruths Chris Steak House?

Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ruths Chris Steak House.

How does Ruths Chris Steak House compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Ruths Chris Steak House most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Ruths Chris Steak House's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ruths Chris Steak House have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ruths Chris Steak House means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Ruths Chris Steak House inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ruths Chris Steak House is inspected around three times per year on average.

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