Friends enjoying Happy Hour at the Ruth's Chris bar

birmingham, al

Ruth's Happiest Hours

HighlightsHalf Priced Bottles of WineDrink Specials

Perched just off the Red Mountain Expressway between Homewood and Mountain Brook, Ruth’s Chris Steak House brings its signature Ruth’s Happiest Hours to Birmingham’s Embassy Suites — an easy stop whether you’re headed into the Magic City for the evening, looking to wind down from a long work day or wanting to toast a successful day of client meetings.

From 4–6:30pm daily, the bar and lounge fill with guests unwinding over discounted cocktails, wines by the glass and half-priced bottles, paired with steakhouse-quality small plates. It’s a popular pre- or post-visit stop for anyone spending the afternoon at Vulcan Park and Museum, the Birmingham Zoo, Birmingham Botanical Gardens or the Birmingham Museum of Art.

 

Happy Hour pricing (in red) available in the bar/lounge only, 4-6:30pm daily.

happy hour highlights

RUTH'S PRIME BURGER

prime ground beef, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, julienne fries
14 | 25

FISH & CHIPS

beer battered atlantic cod, julienne fries, remoulade sauce
15 | 26

LOADED FRIES

julienne fries, cheddar cheese, bacon, chives
9 | 14

CAESAR SALAD

romaine hearts, romano cheese, shaved parmesan, croutons, creamy caesar dressing, freshly cracked black pepper
8 | 15

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BLACK & BLUE LETTUCE WRAPS*

seasoned beef tips, served with diced tomatoes, blue cheese,
red onion, balsamic vinaigrette in iceberg lettuce cups
17 | 21

SEARED AHI TUNA*

zesty mustard & beer sauce
18 | 22

FRIED OYSTERS

seasonal availability
lightly breaded & golden, remoulade, spicy thai chili sauce
17 | 21

CALAMARI

lightly fried, asian chili sauce
19 | 25

SPICY SHRIMP

lightly fried large shrimp, spicy cream sauce, tangy cucumber salad
22 | 27

LAMB LOLLIPOP CHOPS*

mango chutney marmalade
25 | 29

STEAK & FRITES*

8 oz. petite filet, julienne fries, bearnaise sauce
58 | 70

Half Priced Bottles of Wine

PINOT BLANC, Trimbach, Alsace, France ………………………………………………. 30 | 60

ROSÉ, Chateau d’Esclans, “Whispering Angel,” Cote de Provence, France ………………… 32 | 64

CABERNET SAUVIGNON, Caymus Vineyards, California ………………………………….. 49 | 98

Drink Specials

Available exclusively in the bar & lounge, 4-6:30pm daily.

 

Featured Wines By the Glass

house red & white selections
10 (6 oz)  |  13 (9 oz)

Steakhouse Cocktails 10

vodka martini with a twist
dirty gin martini
old fashioned
margarita on the rocks

Select Beers

domestic 5  |  premium 6

Classic Highballs 10

Premium House Spirit & Non-Alcoholic Mixer
select non-alcoholic spirit alternatives available upon request

*ITEMS MAY BE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED. CONSUMER ADVISORY: CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED MEATS, POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE CERTAIN MEDICAL CONDITIONS.


Ruth’s Happiest Hours offerings and pricing are available only at select Ruth’s Chris restaurants.
Happy hour menus, pricing, and availability vary by restaurant. For information about happy hour offerings at other Ruth’s Chris locations, please visit your preferred restaurant’s location page.

Can’t make it to Happy Hour?

Enjoy the Ruth’s Chris dinner menu all evening in the bar, lounge or dining room.

Birmingham happy hour between Homewood and Mountain Brook

Ruth’s Chris Birmingham is located at Embassy Suites just off Red Mountain Expressway, convenient to two of the metro area’s most popular neighborhoods. Friends can meet from opposite sides of town, colleagues can step away from the workday, and visitors can enjoy a polished local stop without navigating downtown Birmingham.

A better beginning for Birmingham plans

Pair happy hour with an afternoon at Vulcan Park, Birmingham Botanical Gardens or the Birmingham Zoo, stop before a performance or museum visit, or let the bar and lounge be the destination. The service is warm, the setting is comfortable and the full dinner menu is ready all evening if the occasion grows.

Make Ruth’s Happiest Hours part of your Birmingham plans
  • After work across Birmingham. Meet just off Red Mountain Expressway for a drink that feels more rewarding than routine.
  • After a visit to the gardens or zoo. Continue a Mountain Brook afternoon with appetizers, wine and easy conversation.
  • Before downtown arts and culture. Begin with a cocktail before heading toward a performance, museum or evening event.
  • For Homewood and Mountain Brook friends. Choose a polished midpoint that makes gathering simple.
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Birmingham, AL Happy Hour Details

  • Available daily: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM, no reservations; first come-first served
  • Location: Bar & Lounge only
  • City: Birmingham, AL
  • Experience: Ruth’s Happiest Hour at Ruth’s Chris Steak House Birmingham
Frequently Asked Questions About Happy Hour in Birmingham
Where can I find happy hour in Birmingham?

Ruth’s Chris Steak House offers an elevated happy hour at Embassy Suites on Woodcrest Place, between Homewood and Mountain Brook and near Red Mountain Expressway. Ruth’s Happiest Hours features food specials, cocktails, wine and beer in the bar and lounge.

What time is happy hour at Ruth’s Chris Birmingham?

Ruth’s Happiest Hours is available daily from 4:00-6:30 p.m. at the Ruth’s Chris Birmingham location. Holiday hours and availability may vary.

Do I need a reservation for happy hour in Birmingham?

No. Happy hour is offered in the bar and lounge on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations may still be made separately for dining-room dinner service.

What makes Ruth’s Chris a good happy hour choice in Birmingham?

It combines premium drinks, steakhouse-inspired food specials and signature Ruth’s Chris hospitality in a polished setting that pairs naturally with work, a visit to the gardens or zoo, or an evening in Homewood, Mountain Brook or downtown Birmingham.