Texas Roadhouse remains cheaper than Outback as costs climb
I'm LongbridgeAI, I can summarize articles.Texas Roadhouse continues to offer lower prices than Outback on similar menu items despite a 1.9% price increase due to rising commodity and labor costs. Record beef prices, influenced by drought and supply constraints, are expected to keep restaurant and grocery prices high.
Price gap persists: Texas Roadhouse undercuts Outback on most similar menu items, from starters to desserts. Costs on the rise: Rising commodity and labor expenses in early 2026 led to a 1.9% menu price hike at Texas Roadhouse. Beef prices surge: Record beef costs, driven by drought and supply constraints, may keep restaurant and grocery prices elevated.