The best LongHorn menu items in 2026 span every category steaks, appetizers, non steak entrees, and desserts. This guide ranks every must-order item at LongHorn Steakhouse by flavor,
value, and nutrition so you walk in knowing exactly what to get.
Most people walk in, look at the menu for five minutes, and order whatever sounds familiar. The regulars already know exactly what they want. This guide closes that gap.
Best LongHorn Steaks Ranked by Flavor, Value & Protein
All seven cuts on the Legendary Steaks menu are made from USDA Choice beef, fresh and never frozen, fire-grilled by certified LongHorn Grill Masters trained under LongHorn Legendary Grill training program:
| Steak | Price | Cal | Protein | Seasoning | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renegade Sirloin (6 oz) | $17.29 | 320 | ~38g | Prairie Dust | Best value, leanest |
| Flo’s Filet (6 oz) | $27.79 | 330 | 35g | Grill Seasoning | Most tender |
| New York Strip (12 oz) | $28.99 | 630 | 72g | 7-Pepper (rec) | Max protein |
| Ribeye (12 oz) | $28.49 | 810 | 66g | Grill Seasoning | Richest boneless |
| Fire-Grilled T-Bone (18 oz) | $33.29 | 1,130 | ~90g | Char Seasoning | Two cuts in one |
| Outlaw Ribeye (20 oz) | $34.99 | 1,250 | ~80g | Char Seasoning | Boldest overall |
| Porterhouse (22 oz) | $36.99 | 1,280 | ~95g | Char Seasoning | Biggest plate |
Best LongHorn Appetizers
| Appetizer | Price | Cal | Why Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild West Shrimp® | $12.99 | 970 | Most ordered – crispy shrimp, spicy cherry peppers, garlic butter |
| Spicy Chicken Bites | $8.29 | 740 | Best value starter – sweet chili-ginger sauce |
| White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms | $11.49 | 730 | Best light starter before any steak |
| Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip | $11.99 | 770 | Best for groups – golden Parmesan crust |
| Texas Tonion® | $10.29 | 1,180 | Iconic blooming onion – designed for the table |
| Firecracker Chicken Wraps | $11.99 | 720 | Crispy, spicy, cheesy – great crowd-pleaser |
| Seasoned Steakhouse Wings | $13.99 | 460 | Lowest-calorie starter, bold dry rub |
Best LongHorn Non-Steak Items
Most people walk past this section heading straight for the steaks. The non-steak lineup at LongHorn Steakhouse runs from $15.99 to $22.79 and holds its own against anything on the Legendary Steaks menu:
| Item | Price | Cal | Why Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parmesan Crusted Chicken | $19.29 | ~620 | Most reordered non-steak – crackly Parmesan and garlic crust broiled to order |
| LongHorn Salmon (7 oz) | $22.79 | 300 | Lightest protein entree, bourbon-marinated, flame-kissed |
| Lemon Garlic Chicken | $21.49 | 330 | Second lightest entree – zesty, clean, grilled |
| Redrock Grilled Shrimp (8 ct) | $18.99 | 160 | Lightest entree on the entire menu |
| Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | $18.49 | 420–620 | Crowd favorite, crispy golden |
| Cowboy Pork Chops | $21.79 | 970 | Bone-in, open-flame grilled, boldly seasoned |
| Baby Back Ribs (Half) | $21.99 | 820 | Slow-roasted, housemade sweet and smoky BBQ sauce |
Best LongHorn Desserts
Everyone wants something sweet after a great steak. The trick is saving room for it. Here are the best desserts at LongHorn Steakhouse from the lightest finish to the most indulgent shared experience at the table.
| Dessert | Price | Cal | Why Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Stampede® | $11.99 | 2,460 | Most iconic – six types of chocolate, share 3–4 people |
| THE Cheesecake | $10.99 | 1,520 | Classic New York-style on buttery graham cracker crust |
| Molten Lava Cake | $9.99 | 1,150 | Best individual dessert – dark chocolate fudge center |
| Strawberries & Cream Shortcake | $9.79 | 640 | Lightest dessert – most refreshing finish after a heavy steak |
LongHorn Secret Menu 7 Best Off-Menu Orders
| Secret Order | What to Say | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Parmesan-Crusted Ribeye | “Ribeye with the Parmesan crust on top” | $28.49 + $3.49 |
| Filet Oscar Style | “Flo’s Filet, add Redrock Shrimp and asparagus with lemon-garlic drizzle” | $27.79 + |
| Outlaw Surf-and-Turf | “Outlaw Ribeye, add 8 ct Redrock Grilled Shrimp” | $34.99 + |
| 7-Pepper Buttered Strip | “New York Strip with 7-Pepper seasoning, fire grill please” | $28.99 |
| Caesar + Spicy Chicken | “Caesar Salad, top it with Spicy Chicken Bites” | $4.49 + $8.29 |
| Prairie Dust Sirloin Fire Grill | “Renegade Sirloin on the fire grill with Prairie Dust” | $17.29 |
| Veggie-Forward Steak | “6 oz Renegade Sirloin, Steamed Broccoli and Asparagus, no butter” | $17.29 |
Best LongHorn Menu Items for Healthy Eating
| Goal | Best Item | Price | Cal | Net Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest calorie entree | Redrock Grilled Shrimp | $18.99 | 160 | ~1g |
| Lightest chicken | Lemon Garlic Chicken | $21.49 | 330 | ~2g |
| Best keto steak | Renegade Sirloin* (6 oz) | $17.29 | 320 | ~1g |
| Best keto filet | Flo’s Filet® (6 oz) | $27.79 | 330 | ~2g |
| Best protein per cal | New York Strip* (12 oz) | $28.99 | 630 | ~1g |
| Lightest side | Steamed Broccoli | Included | 90 | 6g |
| Best premium side | Fresh Steamed Asparagus | $3.99 | 130 | ~2g |
| Lightest salad | Mixed Greens (no croutons) | $4.49 | 140 | 3g |
Best LongHorn Menu Items for Value
The LongHorn Steakhouse lunch menu runs Monday through Saturday, 11am to 3pm only every Legendary Steak at a lower price:
| Steak | Dinner | Lunch | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire-Grilled T-Bone* (18 oz) | $33.29 | $29.99 | $3.30 |
| Flo’s Filet® (6 oz) | $27.79 | $25.49 | $2.30 |
| New York Strip* (12 oz) | $28.99 | $26.99 | $2.00 |
| Ribeye* (12 oz) | $28.49 | $26.99 | $1.50 |
| Renegade Sirloin* (6 oz) | $17.29 | $15.99 | $1.30 |
| Outlaw Ribeye® (20 oz) | $34.99 | $33.99 | $1.00 |
| Porterhouse* (22 oz) | $36.99 | $35.99 | $1.00 |
Best Grill Master Combos by value:
- Renegade Sirloin + Redrock Shrimp $24.99, best value surf-and-turf on the entire menu
- Flos Filet + Lobster Tail, $37.79, most elegant meal at LongHorn Steakhouse
- 7-Pepper Sirloin Lunch Salad $11.99 (250 cal), best value lunch under 300 calories
Complete Comparison Table (Must Order Item 2026)
Not sure what to order? This table covers every category so you walk in with a clear answer.
| Category | Best Item | Price | Cal | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Overall Steak | Outlaw Ribeye® (20 oz) | $34.99 | 1,250 | Bone-in, char grill, Char Seasoning, max marbling |
| Most Tender Steak | Flo’s Filet® (6 oz) | $27.79 | 330 | Center-cut tenderloin, buttery, melt-in-mouth |
| Best Protein Steak | New York Strip* (12 oz) | $28.99 | 630 | 72g protein, best protein-to-calorie ratio |
| Best Value Steak | Renegade Sirloin* (6 oz) | $17.29 | 320 | Prairie Dust, 38g protein, most affordable |
| Best Appetizer | Wild West Shrimp® | $12.99 | 970 | Most ordered starter, bold and spicy |
| Best Value Appetizer | Spicy Chicken Bites | $8.29 | 740 | Lowest price starter with real flavor |
| Best Non-Steak | Parmesan Crusted Chicken | $19.29 | ~620 | Most reordered non-steak on menu |
| Lightest Entree | Redrock Grilled Shrimp | $18.99 | 160 | Lightest on entire menu |
| Best Seafood | LongHorn Salmon (7 oz) | $22.79 | 300 | Bourbon-marinated, flame-kissed |
| Best Dessert (Share) | Chocolate Stampede® | $11.99 | 2,460 | Six types of chocolate |
| Best Dessert (Solo) | Molten Lava Cake | $9.99 | 1,150 | Dark chocolate fudge center |
| Best Keto Item | Renegade Sirloin* | $17.29 | 320 | 1g net carbs, 38g protein |
| Lightest Dessert | Strawberries & Cream Shortcake | $9.79 | 640 | Most refreshing finish |
| Best Lunch Value | 7-Pepper Sirloin Lunch Salad | $11.99 | 250 | Full steakhouse flavor under 300 cal |
Final Verdict
The best LongHorn menu items reward guests who know what to ask for. Outlaw Ribeye ($34.99) for bold flavor. Flo’s Filet ($27.79) for tenderness. New York Strip ($28.99, 72g protein) for protein. Renegade Sirloin ($17.29) for best value. Wild West Shrimp to start. Chocolate Stampede to finish. Whatever you order say Medium Rare, ask for the fire grill, and request the Parmesan Crust. Those three requests make your meal noticeably better than what most guests ever discover.
Check current pricing at longhornsteakhouse.com or the LongHorn Steakhouse app check our complete LongHorn Steakhouse Ordering Guide for lunch savings and insider hacks.
FAQ’s
Q1. What are the best items to order at LongHorn Steakhouse?
Outlaw Ribeye ($34.99), Flo’s Filet ($27.79), New York Strip ($28.99, 72g protein), Wild West Shrimp ($12.99), Parmesan Crusted Chicken ($19.29), and Chocolate Stampede ($11.99).
Q2. What is the most popular item at LongHorn Steakhouse?
Outlaw Ribeye for steaks, Wild West Shrimp for appetizers, Parmesan Crusted Chicken for non-steak, and Chocolate Stampede ($11.99) for dessert.
Q3. What is the best value LongHorn menu item?
Renegade Sirloin ($17.29, 320 cal, 38g protein, Prairie Dust) drops to $15.99 at lunch Mon-Sat 11am-3pm.
Q4. What are the healthiest LongHorn menu items?
Redrock Grilled Shrimp (160 cal), LongHorn Salmon (300 cal), Renegade Sirloin (320 cal) pair with Steamed Broccoli and Mixed Greens for full meal under 550 calories.
Q5. What LongHorn menu items are keto-friendly?
All Legendary Steaks have under 5g net carbs best keto: Renegade Sirloin (1g, $17.29) and Flo’s Filet (2g, $27.79), confirmed by Carb Manager and MyNetDiary.
Q6. What is the best LongHorn appetizer?
Wild West Shrimp ($12.99) most ordered. Spicy Chicken Bites ($8.29) best value. LongHorn eClub members get one free at longhornsteakhouse.com.
Q7. What is the LongHorn secret menu?
Top picks: Parmesan Crusted Ribeye (+$3.49), Filet Oscar Style (Flo’s Filet + shrimp + asparagus), and Caesar Salad topped with Spicy Chicken Bites all available when requested politely.
Q8. What is the best LongHorn dessert?
Chocolate Stampede ($11.99) for sharing, Molten Lava Cake ($9.99) for individual, Strawberries & Cream Shortcake ($9.79, 640 cal) for the lightest finish.
