Chili's has responded to a backlash over the dress code at Ruth's Chris Steak House, stating that customers can wear whatever they wish. The fast-casual chain's X account stated that the only dress code required is that guests have to be dressed. This statement contradicts a recent notice on the Ruth’s Chris website which stated that guests should remove all hats when entering the restaurant and sit down in the bar/lounge. However, some commenters defended the desire to dress up for special occasions, citing a wedding anniversary as an example.