Outback Steakhouse offers a wide variety of “Aussie-Tizers” and entrees. Based on current menus and popular items, here is a detailed breakdown of what else you can find:
🍗 Chicken, Ribs, and Non-Steak Entrees
These are some of the most popular items for guests not ordering a steak:
- Alice Springs Chicken® (Estimated Price: $$$20.99): Grilled chicken breast topped with sautéed mushrooms, crisp bacon, melted Aussie Jack and Cheddar cheeses, and a honey mustard sauce. This is arguably the most famous non-steak entree.
- Baby Back Ribs (Full or Half Rack): Smoked and grilled, then brushed with a tangy BBQ sauce. A classic choice for those craving BBQ.
- Grilled Chicken on the Barbie (Estimated Price: $$$20.99): A simple, healthier option—seasoned and grilled chicken breast served with BBQ sauce.
- Queensland Chicken & Shrimp Pasta (Estimated Price: $$$21.99): Grilled chicken and shrimp served over fettuccine and tossed in a creamy Alfredo sauce.
- Bloomin’ Fried Chicken (Estimated Price: $$$20.99): A thick chicken breast hand-battered in Bloomin’ Onion seasoning, fried, and drizzled with signature bloom sauce.
🦞 Seafood Selections
The menu always features a few classic seafood dishes:
- Grilled Salmon (Estimated Price: $$$24.99): Seasoned and grilled to perfection.
- Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp (Estimated Price: $$$14.99 – as an appetizer/combo): Hand-dipped in batter, rolled in coconut, and fried, served with a sweet and spicy Creole marmalade.
- Steamed Lobster Tails (Estimated Price: $$$33.99): A premium option, often available as a solo entree or a side to a steak (Surf & Turf).
- Seared Pepper Ahi (Estimated Price: $$$17.99 – as an appetizer): Seared tuna seasoned with garlic pepper, served rare with ginger soy sauce and wasabi.
🍔 Burgers and Sandwiches
Great for lunch or a casual dinner:
- The Bloomin’ Burger®* (Estimated Price: $$$14.49): A burger topped with Bloomin’ Onion petals, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and bloom sauce.
- The Outbacker Burger*: A traditional burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and mustard.
- Prime Rib Sandwich (Estimated Price: $$$16.79): Slow-roasted prime rib with grilled onions and cheese on a toasted roll.
🥗 Soups, Salads, and Sides
Outback is well-known for its sides and large salads:
- Entrée Salads:
- Aussie Cobb Salad: Mixed greens, shredded cheese, avocado, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, and crispy chicken or steak.
- Brisbane Caesar Salad: Crisp romaine and croutons tossed in Caesar dressing, often topped with chicken.
- Soups: Classic French Onion Soup (with melted cheese) and Baked Potato Soup.
- Popular Sides (Included with Entrees):
- Homestyle Mashed Potatoes
- Dressed Baked Potato
- Aussie Fries
- Grilled Asparagus
- Steakhouse Mac & Cheese (often a premium upgrade)
🍹 Featured Drinks and Desserts
- Desserts:
- Chocolate Thunder From Down Under® (Estimated Price: $$$10.79): A rich pecan brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, warm chocolate sauce, chocolate shavings, and whipped cream.
- Triple-Layer Carrot Cake (Estimated Price: $$$9.99): Layered carrot cake with cream cheese frosting.
- Beverages: They often feature special drinks like the Platypus Punch cocktail or the non-alcoholic Puggle Splash mocktail.
