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Chili's Mocks Ruth's Chris Dress Code on Social Media

3/23/2026

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Chili’s criticized Ruth’s Chris Steak House for its strict dress code, which bans gym wear and hats.
The exchange occurred on social media, where Chili’s quipped that its only dress code is being dressed.
Some diners say the dress code, in place for years and recently enforced, may alienate customers, while others defend decorum.
Darden Restaurants owns Ruth’s Chris Steak House and aims to position it within the fine-dining sector.

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Chili’s criticized Ruth’s Chris Steak House for its strict dress code, which bans gym wear and hats.
The exchange occurred on social media, where Chili’s quipped that its only dress code is being dressed.
Some diners say the dress code, in place for years and recently enforced, may alienate customers, while others defend decorum.
Darden Restaurants owns Ruth’s Chris Steak House and aims to position it within the fine-dining sector.