Steak-friendly pours, no surprises, no complaints
· Boca Raton · Steakhouse · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · September 11, 2026
RagingWine reviewed Ruth's Chris Steak House Boca Raton’s wine list and gave it The Reliable — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
Take Vibe Match and we’ll tell you what to order here.
Wingman Metrics
The wine list at Ruth's Chris Boca Raton is exactly what you'd expect from a national steakhouse chain — recognizable names, safe bets, and a format designed to reassure rather than excite. It's not trying to surprise you, and it doesn't. What it does do is cover the bases competently, with glass prices that aren't embarrassing and a range wide enough to keep most tables happy.
The list leans heavily on California workhorses — Rodney Strong, Sonoma Cutrer, Sea Sun, Josh Cellars — with a few Oregon Pinot Noirs from Willamette Valley thrown in to signal some geographic awareness. There's a nod to the Old World with a Mosel Riesling from Weingut Dr. Hermann and Benvolio Pinot Grigio from Friuli, though neither is exactly a deep cut. The most interesting moves are the Duckhorn Merlot and The Four Graces Pinot Noir, both solid producers that punch above their surroundings. Notably, the list also includes two zero-ABV wines from Giesen — a sign that someone is paying attention to the full table.
All 29 labels are available by the glass, which is genuinely impressive for a steakhouse — no bottle minimums, no awkward half-bottle negotiations. The glass range runs $9 to $35, with the $12–$16 tier being where most of the actual value lives. The Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne at $28/glass sits at the top end and is priced about right for a national chain.
The Four Graces Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon — $16/glass
Willamette Valley Pinot at $16 a glass is a fair deal by any standard. The Four Graces makes clean, honest Oregon Pinot — this is your best move on a steak-heavy menu where you want red fruit without the weight of a big Cab.
Weingut Dr. Hermann Dr. H Riesling, Mosel, Germany
Nobody at a steakhouse is ordering Riesling, which is exactly why you should. At $12 a glass, the Dr. H is a bright, off-dry Mosel that cuts through butter and fat beautifully — and it'll make your tablemates raise an eyebrow in the best way.
J Vineyards Winemaker's Selection Pinot Noir, California
At $18/glass, this is the priciest Pinot on the list, and J Vineyards doesn't justify the premium over The Four Graces at $16. You're paying for the label recognition more than what's in the glass.
Duckhorn Merlot, Napa Valley + Filet Mignon
Duckhorn Merlot is plush, structured, and built for red meat. At $24/glass it's the splurge option, but next to a filet it earns its place — the wine's dark fruit and smooth tannins match the tenderness of the cut without bullying it.
The Bottom Line
Ruth's Chris Boca Raton isn't a destination wine list, but it's a functional and fairly priced one that does its job without embarrassing the restaurant. If you're here for the steak, the wine program won't let you down — just know what you're walking into.
· Boca Raton · Steakhouse
The Capital Grille Boca Raton is a dependable choice if you want a proper glass of Napa Cab with your dry-aged ribeye and aren't going to sweat the markup. Just don't come here expecting discovery — this list is built for comfort, not adventure.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Varietal Specific
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
· Boca Raton · Seafood
Send a friend here for the fish, not the wine. If you care at all about what's in your glass, pre-game at a wine bar down the street and just order water with dinner.
Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Boca Raton · Boca Raton · New American / Health-focused
Farmer's Table isn't a wine destination, but the by-the-glass program is genuinely strong and the pricing is fair enough that you won't feel punished for ordering a second pour. Send a friend here? Yes — especially if they're already going for the food.
Solid Range
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Boca Raton · Italian
Josephine's is the kind of place where the wine list exists to complement a very good meal, not to be the reason you showed up — and that's fine, because it does its job without embarrassing itself. Send a friend here for a date night, just tell them to skip the obvious Napa Cab and dig a little deeper.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Boca Raton · Italian
Armando's has a wine list that actually reflects the food it's serving — Italian-centric, solid by the glass, and wide enough to satisfy most tables. The markups are South Florida standard (read: steep), but the selection quality keeps this squarely in reliable territory.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Unknown · Boca Raton · Upscale Casual Grill
Madison's wine list is the restaurant equivalent of a firm handshake — reliable, familiar, and unlikely to disappoint or impress. Send a friend here if they want a safe, solid bottle with a good steak; steer them elsewhere if they're looking for something to talk about.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Honolulu · Steakhouse
Morton's Honolulu gives you a competent, Cabernet-saturated list that will reliably satisfy the guest who came for a big steak and a big red — just don't expect any surprises, and watch the markup on the entry-level bottles. Send a friend here if they want comfort, not if they want discovery.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Palm Beach Gardens · West Palm Beach · Steakhouse
The Capital Grille Palm Beach Gardens is a reliable wine stop if you're already there for the steak — just don't expect the list to excite you. Lean toward the glass pours, chase the value picks, and avoid the temptation to drop $30 on that Orin Swift.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Billings · Steakhouse
Jake's is doing exactly what a Billings steakhouse is supposed to do with wine — safe choices, name brands, and a Champagne section that lets people feel fancy. If you want adventure, you're in the wrong place; if you want a reliable glass of something Californian to go with your ribeye, you'll leave satisfied.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
One wine list review, one adventure pick, one quick tip, and a personal note. Every week. Under 500 words.
List Variety
Markup
Glassware
Staff
Specials & Deals
Storage & Temp
