Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Relocate to Annapolis Town Center in Late 2026 Ruth’s Chris Steak House is set to expand its presence in Maryland by opening a new location at Annapolis Town Center, a mixed-use development in the heart of Annapolis, in late fall 2026. The move marks the closure of the restaurant’s longtime Eastport location and positions the brand as a new anchor in the growing retail and dining hub. Federal Realty Investment Trust, the developer behind Annapolis Town Center, announced that the steakhouse will occupy a 10,150-square-foot space previously held by the Chop House. The new venue will feature a ground-level entrance with stairs and an elevator leading to a second-floor dining area offering views of the entertainment green, enhancing the space’s appeal for both casual and formal dining. The relocation is part of Ruth’s Chris’s broader strategy to expand its global footprint, which includes over 160 locations worldwide. The brand is renowned for its signature 1,800-degree broiler and its tradition of serving steaks on 500-degree sizzling plates, a hallmark of its fine-dining experience. The new Annapolis Town Center location is designed to complement the existing retail and dining options at the site, which already attracts shoppers, families, and tourists. According to Steve de Castro, the restaurant’s owner and franchisee, the decision to relocate was driven by the opportunity to serve a broader audience in a central location where customers already spend time. “Annapolis Town Center presented the ideal opportunity to open our restaurant to an easily accessible area where we know our diners are already spending time,” de Castro said.#ruths_chris_steak_house #annapolis_town_center #federal_realty_investment_trust #steve_de_castro #stuart_biel
