With temperatures rising across the Southeast, you might not always find yourself in the mood for a hearty meal. While sizzling steaks are our specialty at Ruth’s Chris Steak House, our restaurants also offer a variety of lighter dishes that can help you beat the heat. Take a look at some of our favorites below and contact your local Ruth’s Chris when you’re ready to make your reservation!

Enjoy a Cool Seafood Appetizer at Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Although our steaks are always served sizzling, we serve several refreshing seafood appetizers. For instance, the name of our Chilled Seafood Tower says it all: Cool off with succulent Maine lobster, Alaskan king crab legs, jumbo cocktail shrimp, and colossal lump crab meat all served over a bed of ice, paired with classic cocktail sauce for dipping and fresh lemon. If you’re dining with a group, order the large to share with the whole table–your party will thank you.

Start Off Your Meal With a Salad

If you’re not in the mood for a seafood starter, you can of course kick off your meal with a salad during the warmer months of the year.

You can always count on a traditional Caesar Salad to help you stay cool, or maybe you’re craving an iceberg Lettuce Wedge with blue cheese and bacon. If you prefer something light and simple, try our Steak House Salad. At Ruth’s Chris, our version of the classic house salad includes baby arugula, baby lettuces, grape tomatoes, garlic croutons, red onions, and your choice of dressing.

One popular choice is our original Ruth’s Chop Salad, with baby spinach, radicchio, red onions, mushrooms, green olives, bacon, eggs, hearts of palm, croutons, blue cheese, lemon basil dressing, and crispy onions for extra crunch.

Light Entrees for Summer at Ruth’s Chris

Just because you’re at a steakhouse, that doesn’t mean you have to order one of our premium cuts! For example, try our broiled Salmon Fillet finished with lemon butter and garnished with parsley. Seafood lovers will also enjoy our Fresh Whole Maine Lobster. If you aren’t in the mood for the ocean’s offerings, however, our Stuffed Chicken Breast filled with garlic-herb cheese always hits the spot.

And if you really want to indulge in a steak this time of year, don’t worry; you can still sink your teeth into tender USDA Prime beef without weighing yourself down for the rest of the evening if you order our Petite Filet, an 8 oz. portion equally as delicious as the 11 oz. entree.

Don’t Forget Signature Sides

When eating light, selecting vegetables as your side will round out your meal. Some options include our Fresh Steamed Broccoli, Grilled Asparagus–with a delightful side of hollandaise sauce –and pan-roasted Cremini Mushrooms served with fresh thyme.

Visit a Ruth’s Chris Near You for Dinner This Summer

Are you ready to dine on lighter fare this summer at Ruth’s Chris? Reserve your table at a Ruth’s Chris Steak House near you today!