ARUBA – Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino will be home to the next Ruth’s Chris Steak House and February 11, 2008 will mark the official opening of this world-renowned, fine-dining restaurant in Aruba.
“Ruth’s Chris Steak House has a proven recipe for success which is evident from their international presence. We’re thrilled to become part of this elite group,” commented Rick Zeolla, general manager of the Aruba Marriott. “We welcome the addition to Aruba and to our resort and look forward to entertaining both island visitors and residents.”
The franchised restaurant is being introduced as part of a $40 million renovation at the Aruba Marriott. The first phase of the renovation is complete, which included transforming what was previously Tuscany, a fine-dining Italian restaurant, in to Ruth’s Chris Steak House.
The conversion of the restaurant has created a brand new look and feel for the space, designed by Washington, D.C. based J.C Schaub of Core Design. Design elements include a bar area with wooden floors, cherry wood wine display and limestone bar top and a split-level dining area with rich, chocolate brown carpeting, antique mirrors showcasing various views throughout the restaurant, elegant lighting and a central column adorned with colored glass and tiles in warm tones of honey, gold and red.
Additionally, the upper level features two 16-seat private dining rooms, one of which is a wine room showcasing a wall of the premium wines the restaurant offers to complement its cuisine. Both private dining rooms will feature artwork by a local artist, Elisa Lejeuz.
Situated on the ground level of the Aruba Marriott, Ruth’s Chris Steak House will be open seven days a week, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. New Orleans-inspired appetizers, the finest U.S. Prime steaks, fresh seafood and classic desserts will be served with Caribbean charm and elegance.
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