Over 650 Texas Roadhouse locationsin the U.S.

In fact, you might find at least oneTexas Roadhouserestaurant in every state except Hawaii.

Over 5,000 guests a week are served at these locations.

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Why is the chain so successful?

Part of it is the food, of course.

People love thehand-cut steaks, the famous bread served with honey-cinnamon butter, and the creative cocktails.

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In addition, fans love the environment at Texas Roadhouse, where things are fun and laid back.

Why is such a sunny disposition the norm for Texas Roadhouse servers?

Well, it’s required, for starters.

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And so are these other rules that Texas Roadhouse servers are expected to follow.

Effective order management has been a huge piece of the puzzle for such a busy restaurant.

(And regardless of whether or not you hate line dancing.)

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But it’s a little stricter when it comes to shoes, which must be black and non-slip.

Plus, men should be clean shaven and women cannot wear makeup with “loud colors.”

Many Texas Roadhouse workers end up securing only $9.36 per hour in take-home pay.

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A previous version of this article was originally published on Jul 9, 2022.

It has been updated with new information.

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Texas Roadhouse Rolls

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