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Reception
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$45 per person
Reception
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$45 per person

Attributes highlighted by couples

Quality catering
Guests comfort
Amenities

About

Ruth’s Chris is an elegant wedding venue in Boston, Massachusetts. The popular restaurant is a customer-focused option for hosting your wedding reception, bridal shower, ceremony, engagement party, rehearsal dinner, or elopement celebration. Popular months at this eatery include March, May through August, and December. The setting itself is a star, making for a neat backdrop for your photos, particularly on the front steps of Old City Hall, where the restaurant is located.

Facilities and Capacity

Sixty-five people can have a seated meal at Ruth’s Chris in the Ruth’s Room, the largest dining area, which also offers a view of the Old City Hall courtyard. If you’re hosting a cocktail reception, 100 people could easily mingle about the room. Other private space options include the Capital Room, Kevin White Room, Board Room, Vault Room, and Freedom Trail Dining Room.

Cuisine

Ruth’s Chris offers more than just steak to those hosting private events. With four package options, there’s something here to accommodate each budget and need; the Happy Jack, for example, covers appetizers, a main dish such as stuffed chicken breast, with side dishes and dessert — yummy cheesecake is one of the choices. There are options to tack on things like shrimp or lobster tail with the primary meals. Bar and catering services include:

  • Liquor license
  • Signature drink
  • Cash bar
  • Open bar
  • Food stations
  • Champagne toast
  • Cocktail reception
  • Plated food

Services Offered

Depending on your needs, some of the dining rooms include a large TV, which could be used to show a home video or other footage. Ruth’s Chris will provide the barware, linens, flatware, china, and glassware. They offer all-inclusive packages, lighting and sound, and will take care of setup and teardown.

Other Services

Ruth’s Chris offers off-site catering, too. If you’re looking for an external food provider for any of your wedding events, allow them to create something memorable from their catering menus; options include petite filet, salmon, and seasonal mini desserts.

Location

Valet parking is available at Ruth’s Chris. Decorations also are part of the mix with this venue.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$45

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Decor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

March
May
June
July
August
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
April
September
October
November
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Reviews of Ruth's Chris

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Kaitlin M. Sent on 01/14/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!

Highly recommend Ruth's Chris for a wedding reception, 5 star service and treatment! Our guest's were wowed with the venue, staff, and of course food! Kandis, Marin, and the service team are fantastic!! The historical setting set it apart from other venues. Cocktail hour and the first dance was held on the outdoor patio and the reception in the Ruth Room. The ceremony was at the Old South Meeting House, another historical landmark that was only a few steps away. Ruth's Chris exceeded expectations!!
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John Sent on 09/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The staff at Ruth's Chris really thought of everything and helped us make informative decisions so our day would go smoothly. Kandis and Alex were great to work with and laid everything out for us at the very beginning and followed through with what we were hoping for from our wedding day while keeping everything very reasonable. There were adjustments that had to be made due to weather conditions and they handled it very professionally and made the event look beautiful and flawless. We didn't have to worry about any of the service since the staff was very good at looking after our guests, served everything well and cleared everything. It was unbelievable! Of course, the food was also phenomenal on top of the great service. All the guests kept raving about it! Ruth's Chris made the whole day very easy and all of our guests had an amazing time, which was absolutely wonderful!
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Craig Sent on 09/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Everything went great! Thank you Kandis!
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Ruth's Chris frequently asked questions

Ruth's Chris includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Tables
Ruth's Chris includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Ruth's Chris includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Ruth's Chris for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
  • Restaurant
Ruth's Chris offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
Ruth's Chris offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Ruth's Chris offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
Ruth's Chris offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Tables
Ruth's Chris is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
Ruth's Chris currently offers 1 gift promotion for wedding services.

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