We Finally Know Which Is Better: Texas Roadhouse Or Outback
Outback Steakhouse is famous for their Bloomin' Onion. But did you know Texas Roadhouse has their own knock-off version — and it may be just as good?
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00:00 Outback Steakhouse is famous for their Bloomin' Onion, but did you know Texas Roadhouse has
00:05 their own knockoff version, and it may be just as good?
00:09 Looking for traditional appetizers?
00:12 If so, you'll likely love Texas Roadhouse.
00:14 The restaurant chain features starters like boneless wings, potato skins, and more.
00:19 But in addition to traditional fare, you'll also find more unusual appetizer options like
00:24 fried pickles and fried jalapeno poppers.
00:27 And Outback Steakhouse, many of the offerings aren't quite the norm, but that isn't a bad
00:32 thing.
00:33 Choose between eclectic grabs like fried mushrooms, fried mac and cheese bites, ahi tuna, coconut
00:38 shrimp, and more.
00:39 You can also order the original, ever-popular Bloomin' Onion here, though Texas Roadhouse
00:44 fans can expect a sample the same under the guise of cactus blossom.
00:49 Either way, expect Outback Steakhouse to have more unique options, while Texas Roadhouse
00:53 stays traditional for those whose taste buds don't like to stray too far off the beaten
00:58 path.
00:59 Cocktails, beer, and wine abound at both Texas Roadhouse and Outback Steakhouse, and the
01:04 pricing, especially on cocktails, is pretty stellar at both chains.
01:09 Outback Steakhouse shines with options like the Wallaby Darned, Strawberry Kiwi Rita,
01:14 and the crowd-pleasing Blueberry Lavender Lemonade available for the choosing.
01:19 At Texas Roadhouse, pricing is comparable, with fan favorites including the Jamaican
01:23 Cowboy and Kenny's Cooler.
01:25 If you're a fan of affordable alcoholic beverages, you likely won't be disappointed with the
01:30 selection or prices at either restaurant.
01:34 Texas Roadhouse claims to make all of its food from scratch, and of course, that includes
01:38 the sides.
01:39 While being made from scratch doesn't necessarily mean the food tastes better, it's worth noting
01:44 that Texas Roadhouse does put a little more effort into its food than most joints.
01:49 That makes it a high-quality selection, even when pitted against other popular steakhouse
01:53 chains like Outback Steakhouse.
01:55 Having said that, you can also find good Outback side dishes.
01:59 Outback Steakhouse says their sides are made fresh rather than from scratch, but items
02:03 like the Baked Sweet Potato and Homestyle Mashed Potatoes are definite winners, rising
02:08 above other less exciting options like the Veggie Grabs.
02:12 One side dish which allows for direct comparison between the two chains is mac and cheese.
02:18 Outback serves a steakhouse-style mac and cheese, while Texas Roadhouse got in hot water
02:22 in 2023 for a series of viral TikToks revealing their mac and cheese isn't made from scratch,
02:28 but is actually craft from a box.
02:30 Still, there are some select locations that make homemade mac and cheese on-site, so ask
02:35 your server before ordering.
02:37 Otherwise, stick to Outback.
02:39 "We paired it with that steakhouse mac and cheese, which is amazing.
02:42 It looks to die for."
02:43 "That mac and cheese looks amazing."
02:45 Considering the pricing, both Texas Roadhouse and Outback Steakhouse deliver a pretty decent
02:51 steak.
02:52 "You like steak?"
02:53 "I do."
02:54 "I deliver steak."
02:55 "Do ya?"
02:56 "Good steak."
02:59 Expect a variety of choices from each, along with a few fan favorites that devotees of
03:04 each restaurant return for again and again.
03:07 Take the bone-in ribeye at Texas Roadhouse, for example.
03:10 It's 20 ounces of meat cut by an on-site butcher, and it's beautifully marbled.
03:15 Another roadie favorite is the Dallas Filet.
03:18 Customers declare its melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
03:21 As for Outback, customers rave about the prime rib.
03:24 It's said to be cooked to perfection with a delicious traditional crust on it to satisfy
03:29 your taste buds.
03:30 The bone-in ribeye is also a favorite here as well.
03:33 It may not be as thick as some of the other steak options served at the establishment,
03:38 but it makes up for that in flavor, appearance, and juiciness.
03:41 Besides taste, though, there's one other consideration — price.
03:45 Though Texas Roadhouse executives announced menu price increases in October 2023, the
03:51 steaks at Outback Steakhouse may still be a little more costly than those at Texas Roadhouse.
03:56 Still, prices also vary by location and could be affected by fluctuating beef prices, so
04:02 specific prices can differ.
04:05 Texas Roadhouse may only have a few seafood entrees, but according to online feedback,
04:10 most people find them very satisfying.
04:13 Having said that, Outback has slightly more options when it comes to seafood, but you
04:17 may have to search around a bit on the menu to figure out what those offerings are.
04:22 Outback has its own seafood section that features several seafood entrees, including two salmon
04:27 dishes.
04:28 While this is only one entree more than what Texas Roadhouse offers, it's important to
04:32 note that seafood will pop up in several other places on Outback's menu as entree choices.
04:38 You just have to look.
04:39 For example, some of their pasta dishes come with shrimp.
04:42 Additionally, it's important to remember that the restaurant encourages the addition of
04:46 lobster tail, coconut shrimp, or grilled shrimp with any steak plate.
04:51 Texas Roadhouse also offers grilled shrimp with a few of its steak plates, but seafood
04:55 pasta options, coconut shrimp, and lobster tail aren't part of the variety.
05:00 Thus, when it comes to the variety of seafood, Outback has you covered.
05:04 Who comes to a steakhouse just to order chicken, right?
05:07 Most people say, "Bring the steak and hold the chicken."
05:10 "You want me to hold the chicken, huh?"
05:13 "I want you to hold it between your knees."
05:15 Still, some people prefer something lighter than steak, and for those select few, Outback
05:20 Steakhouse and Texas Roadhouse both have plenty to offer.
05:24 At Outback, expect to enjoy options like grilled chicken, hand-breaded chicken tenders, and
05:29 their own spin on classic wings.
05:31 Pair any of these chicken dishes with your choice of two sides, and you've got a perfect
05:36 poultry meal to satisfy your non-beef craving.
05:39 With that said, Texas Roadhouse knows how to do chicken right, too, with the favorite
05:43 seemingly being the herb-crusted chicken.
05:46 Its herb-infused seasoning is flame-grilled and served with a caramelized lemon to give
05:50 it an even more zippy flavor, if you so desire.
05:54 Other chicken-inspired grabs from Texas Roadhouse include smothered chicken, portobello mushroom
05:59 chicken, country fried chicken, grilled barbecue chicken, and chicken critters.
06:05 Steakhouses are obviously known for their steaks first and foremost, but both Outback
06:09 Steakhouse and Texas Roadhouse also have other good meat options, including fan-favorite
06:14 burgers.
06:15 So what makes the burgers at these steakhouses so great?
06:18 Starting with Outback, customers love the spices used on the meat, the fact that the
06:22 burgers come perfectly cooked, and the slight amount of char the patties come with.
06:27 Meanwhile, Texas Roadhouse also offers at least three classic burger selections.
06:32 Choose from the All-American Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheeseburger, and the Smokehouse Burger.
06:37 Each is served with steak fries and a pickle.
06:39 All in all, both Outback and Texas Roadhouse seemingly fly under the radar when it comes
06:44 to their burgers, but they shouldn't be overlooked.
06:47 While the reviews seem a bit split when it comes to Outback salads, the salads at Texas
06:52 Roadhouse are no joke.
06:53 There's something about the freshness of the thickly shredded cheese, the crisp and flavorful
06:58 homemade croutons, and the decadence of the restaurant's made-from-scratch dressings that
07:03 come together for a truly excellent salad.
07:05 As for Outback Steakhouse, online reviews from patrons are all over the place, with
07:10 opinions divided across the board.
07:12 For example, while one reviewer called the Outback salad "terrible," another praised
07:16 both the crispness of the lettuce and the flavorful ranch dressing.
07:20 So when it comes to the battle of the salads, it seems that Texas Roadhouse is the clear
07:25 favorite.
07:26 When it comes to pricing, you may find Outback to be slightly more expensive, but honestly
07:31 not by much.
07:32 While the restaurant does cost a few dollars more than its Texas Roadhouse competitor,
07:37 it isn't a very notable difference, especially by way of steak pricing.
07:41 For example, you can get the 18-ounce bone-in ribeye for about $32 at Outback, depending
07:46 on local or seasonal price variations.
07:49 At Texas Roadhouse, you can get a slightly bigger 20-ounce bone-in ribeye for slightly
07:54 less money, about $29 depending on the location.
07:58 Sounds like Texas Roadhouse is the cheaper option, right?
08:01 Well, not so fast, because it also depends on what type of steak you're getting.
08:05 A New York strip at Texas Roadhouse will run you around $22 for 12 ounces, while at Outback,
08:11 you'll get a slightly better deal on a per-ounce basis with 16 ounces for $29.
08:17 The price similarities extend to their side dishes as well.
08:20 Ordering a la carte is going to cost you a little more at Outback.
08:24 Their a la carte options are roughly $4 for traditional sides, while signature sides may
08:29 cost as much as $6 or more.
08:31 Texas Roadhouse doesn't have separate categories on its sides, but you can expect most of the
08:36 traditional dishes to cost about $3, with some of the specialty ones costing a few dollars
08:41 more.
08:42 Even though the price differences are very small, a dollar or two here and there can
08:46 add up when you're hungry, and especially if you are eating with a large group.
08:51 So while the chains have very comparable prices, it's useful to know that Outback Steakhouse
08:55 may ultimately cost you a little more money than Texas Roadhouse.
09:00 Texas Roadhouse has dessert options that are tantalizingly delicious.
09:04 Take the Big O' Brownie, for example.
09:07 Fans of the restaurant rave about this dessert, declaring it to be "chocolatey, melty, and
09:12 decadent all the way until the last bite."
09:14 Texas Roadhouse also offers strawberry cheesecake, along with a tasty apple pie with vanilla
09:19 ice cream that's drizzled with honey cinnamon caramel sauce.
09:23 Nevertheless, Outback has far more variety when it comes to pleasing those of us with
09:27 a sweet tooth, and most of them are pretty interesting options.
09:31 The Tim Tam Brownie dessert isn't something you'll see very often in America, as it contains
09:36 a chocolate brownie, layers of peanut butter and chocolate mousse, caramel sauce, and,
09:41 of course, our Knott's Tim Tam Cookies, which are an Australian favorite.
09:45 Plus, there are season variations that are even more over-the-top.
09:49 Other options, like the Butter Cake, sound equally delightful, with strawberries and
09:54 whipped cream to top everything off.
09:56 There are also several other options, including more traditional picks like Cheesecake and
10:01 Carrot Cake, plus occasional limited-edition desserts like the Decadent Chocolate Tower.
10:06 Call this one a win for Outback Steakhouse.
10:09 With all things considered, choosing which is best between Texas Roadhouse and Outback
10:14 Steakhouse is tricky.
10:15 Both have really solid meals, desserts, and drinks, and prices, for the most part, are
10:20 somewhat comparable.
10:22 Still, Texas Roadhouse has proven to be slightly cheaper, even though it also features all
10:27 made-from-scratch menu items.
10:29 So despite the fact that Outback does offer some more unique options than you might find
10:34 at other steakhouse chains in America, at the end of the day, it's Texas Roadhouse that
10:38 gets the nod.
10:39 Just make sure it's the right roadhouse, if you want a good time.
10:43 "People who really want to have a good time won't come to a slaughterhouse."
10:46 - Outback Steakhouse
10:47 "People who really want to have a good time won't come to a slaughterhouse."
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