text: I'll start from the beginning as I typically do when reviewing a restaurant. We arrived Ruth Chris' a bit early for our 5 pm reservation- though the restaurant was still just opening for the dinner shift, Tashira, the hostess, welcomed my party and I with a warm hello and sat us at the bar while we waited on our table. Erin and Patrick the bartenders were friendly and equally entertaining while creating good conversation and our beverages. Chris and Ashley, the managers on site greeted us while enjoying cocktails at the bar- both with humble greetings and endearment. It was not long before Jessica, another employee, graciously assisted us to our table. Laura Beth our server first introduced herself before engaging us with the daily specials being served that evening. I first noticed her exceptional professionalism, it was rather busy that night and for anyone with knowledge of the foodservice industry, understanding that keeping your cool while doing 300 covers in a fine dining establishment is no easy feat.  After taking our drink order we informed Laura Beth of our plans to attend a concert that began at 7pm sharp, so a sense of urgency was necessary. Z, the servers assistant came at once with bread service, he was kind.  When Laura Beth returned My guest ordered a salad, Petite Filet with BBQ Crab medium rare and Green Beans, and I the Ribeye with Au Poivre sauce medium rare with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon and the Potato au Gratin. \nBesides the salad of cool vine-ripen tomatoes and mozzarella, the food arrived hot. Let me say again, the food arrived hot! Everything the way I requested and the chef intended. Proteins cooked to the liking of my guest and as requested, seasoned beautifully, the crab- masterfully prepared by the kitchen staff. My au poivre sauce comparative of French bistros. Green beans crisp and delightful; the gratin, luscious, sexy, cheesy goodness. The wine- perfect. Laura Beth arrived once more to find our drinks full and mouths full, courteously smiling back at me knowing my guest and I were doing just fine. Evening though we were in quite the hurry the team at Ruth Chris did a marvelous job keeping my guest and I thoroughly happy as we dined. I happily advise anyone in or traveling to the area to keep Ruth Chris in mind when seeking dinner and a quite night out with a loved one, cocktails and conversation with business associates in the incredible bar, or even a quick lunch on the outdoor patio with views of Tyron Street and the inhabitants going on with their busy city lives.