Celiac safety profile
Ruth's Chris Steak House
Steak House · American Restaurant · Restaurant
2001 K St NW, Washington, DC 20006
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Steaks ( Filet, Ribeye, New York Strip, T-Bone, Porterhouse for Two )
- Potatoes: Baked Potato; Mashed Potatoes
- Grilled Vegetables: Grilled Asparagus; Cremini Mushrooms; Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Salads: Caesar Salad (hold the croutons); Lettuce Wedge
- Starters: Chilled Seafood Tower; Seafood Cocktail
- Desserts: Flourless Chocolate Sin Cake; Crème Brûlée
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- Non-dedicated fryer: Some evidence indicates the fryer is not dedicated for gluten-free items, which can affect certain fried sides.
- Croutons and dressings: There are notes about salads or dressings containing gluten (e.g., croutons or dressings), requiring careful ordering (e.g., Caesar without croutons).
- Cross-contact vigilance varies by visit: While many diners report meticulous kitchen checks and staff consults, a few experiences highlight moments where cross-contact wasn’t fully avoided, underscoring the importance of proactive communication each visit.
- Overall, cross-contamination risk exists but many patrons report effective precautions when they communicate their needs and when staff involve the kitchen.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.