Ruth’s Chris Steak House

This Grand Hyatt–housed Ruth’s Chris departs from the model (and the other location near the airport) by serving breakfast and lunch as well as the sizzling steaks the national chain is known for. You’ll be well served, literally and figuratively, with such offerings as the petite filet with shrimp (not so petite, really, with two medallions and six jumbo Cajun-spiced crustaceans) and accompaniments that range from the expected asparagus to unexpected shoestring potatoes towering in a napkin-draped cone. Yes, the seafood is just as premium-grade as the steaks, and just as drenched in butter. Deep under the hotel, the main dining room is dreary, with nary a hue or hint at the River Walk locale, but the patio and glitzy bar are both more inviting.