There’s a lot to love about asteakhouse chain.
Beyond leading the pack inannual sales, the two steakhouse chains are alsocontinuing to grow their presenceacross the country.
Upon stepping foot into these restaurants, you’ll find even more similarities.
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Most notably, they’re both named after places where they weren’t founded.
Plus, they each serve their own version of a flower-shaped fried onion appetizer.
Despite these commonalities, each steakhouse chain still delivers a distinctly unique experience.
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Here are some of the major differences between Texas Roadhouse and Outback Steakhouse.
The ambiance
A key component of both steakhouse chains is their characteristic themes.
The restaurant’s rustic interior features cowboy artwork, line-dancing servers, and a jukebox playing country music.
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At Outback, on the other hand, customers will see menu items paying tribute to Australia.
Above all, it’s hard to forget about Outback’s iconic Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie.
The southwestern-inspired chain allows them tohand-select it from a meat displayfeaturing various cuts of steak.
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The chain even released a honey cinnamon butter-scented candlelast September, which retails for $15 online.
Take the filet, for example.
At a New Jersey-based Texas Roadhouse, the 6-ounce Dallas Filet with two sides costs$23.49.
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Meanwhile, Victoria’s 6-ounce Filet Mignon with two sides at a New Jersey-based Outback is$31.99.
However, there are some Texas Roadhouse locations that serve lunch on Fridays, as well.
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