Ruth's Chris Steak House Signs Franchise Agreement for Two Restaurants in Florida
Ruth's Chris Steak House, Inc. (Nasdaq: RUTH) has announced the signing of two new franchise-owned restaurant locations, one in Destin and one in Panama City, Florida
The fine-dining steak house leader recently signed the dual location agreement with Florida-based franchisees, James Lee, Bill Parker, and Thomas Becnel. They are new to the Ruth's Chris Franchise system.
"We are looking forward to a successful relationship with Ruth's Chris," said James Lee. "The Destin location will be opening in the Silver Shells Resort at 15000 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, Florida in 2006." "The search for the Panama City restaurant location, which will open in 2007, is on-going." Bill added.
People in Destin and Panama City will soon be able to enjoy New Orleans-inspired appetizers, the finest U.S. Prime steaks, fresh seafood and classic desserts, all complemented by an award-winning wine list. Ruth's Chris, founded in New Orleans over 40 years ago, offers a comfortable yet elegant atmosphere in which to enjoy celebrations with family and friends or important meetings with colleagues or clients.
"Florida is one of the fastest growing states in our group with two franchised and eight company-owned for a total of ten restaurants," said Dan Hannah, Ruth's Chris Vice President of New Business Development. "I am looking forward to working with Bill Parker and his team to make these two new additions a success." Dan added.
"We are looking forward to a successful relationship with Ruth's Chris," said James Lee. "The Destin location will be opening in the Silver Shells Resort at 15000 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, Florida in 2006." "The search for the Panama City restaurant location, which will open in 2007, is on-going." Bill added.
People in Destin and Panama City will soon be able to enjoy New Orleans-inspired appetizers, the finest U.S. Prime steaks, fresh seafood and classic desserts, all complemented by an award-winning wine list. Ruth's Chris, founded in New Orleans over 40 years ago, offers a comfortable yet elegant atmosphere in which to enjoy celebrations with family and friends or important meetings with colleagues or clients.
"Florida is one of the fastest growing states in our group with two franchised and eight company-owned for a total of ten restaurants," said Dan Hannah, Ruth's Chris Vice President of New Business Development. "I am looking forward to working with Bill Parker and his team to make these two new additions a success." Dan added.
