Texas Roadhouse

[Madelaine Amee]

The unmentionable online newspaper has a piece on Texas Roadhouse Restaurant coming to the Sam's area. Should be fun!

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I used to eat at one just outside of Boston. Great food and a fun atmosphere if you're in the mood. Can be loud and annoying if you're not. But the steaks are excellent.

[Sandtrap328]

I have eaten at them before. Very much like Cody's. It will be a good addition to that area.

[OBXNana]

The unmentionable online newspaper has a piece on Texas Roadhouse Restaurant coming to the Sam's area. Should be fun!


Off topic, but would someone please PM me with the name of the unmentionable online newspaper?!? Frequently, there is a reference and I'd like to know what I'm missing.

[bimmertl]

Check out their menu. Their only steak advertised as USDA "choice" grade is their sirloin. They say it's their most popular. That makes sense since the rest of their steaks are obviously of a grade less than "choice". So the rest of their steaks are graded "select" at best, and possibly even a lower grade. Doubt they'll qualify as excellent.

http://www.texasroadhouse.com/menu#!hand-cut-steaks

[Bobcuse]

Check out their menu. Their only steak advertised as USDA "choice" grade is their sirloin. They say it's their most popular. That makes sense since the rest of their steaks are obviously of a grade less than "choice". So the rest of their steaks are graded "select" at best, and possibly even a lower grade. Doubt they'll qualify as excellent.

http://www.texasroadhouse.com/menu#!hand-cut-steaks

I rarely comment on the restaurant topics because everyone's taste is different, but we frequent all the chain steakhouses (Outback, Longhorn, Cody's, etc etc) but we LOVE the taste of Texas Roadhouse steaks compared to the others. Their steaks must be a different cut or maybe they just don't load them with seasoning like most chains to camouflage the quality of the cut, but their steaks are the closest thing to great steaks cooked on our grill. We always stop at Texas Roadhouse in Ocoee when returning from trips to Orlando. Prices are actually about $1 less for filets and strips (which we always order) vs Outback, Longhorn prices. They must be choice cuts. Honestly, I would pay more for their steaks. Take a 45 ride to Ocoee and try them. Just my opinion.

[Bonny]

I've eaten in their restaurants before. They are good. It's another good option of where to eat. As long as I don't have to cook it, it's all good ! ;)

[Skip]

There's more info on The Gourmet Club's website HERE (http://thevillagesgourmetclub.com/page2.html#B124a).
It's not a done-deal yet. The town will require "impact requirements" I'm sure.

Skip

[justjim]

TV can always use another good reasonable price restaurant. I like the Outback and they have steak and lobster for 14.95 right now---a good deal!

This won't be golf cart accessible but who cares?

[tedquick]

There was a Texas Roadhouse in Omaha where we just moved from. My wife was always pleased with her sirloin and I always ordered the "road kill", which is nothing more than hamburger steak. While Nebraska is rightly known for its beef, we felt the Roadhouse was one of the best-priced places around in which to eat.

[The20Percent]

I have paid double the price for streaks in fancy steak houses and have not received near the great tasting steak as Texas Roadhouse cooks! Order the 10 or 12 ounce Ribeye and you will see what I mean. We have three of them in Knoxville alone and its one restaurant we have really missed when we stay in The Villages. We are thrilled to hear they are opening here!

[Bogie Shooter]

Check out their menu. Their only steak advertised as USDA "choice" grade is their sirloin. They say it's their most popular. That makes sense since the rest of their steaks are obviously of a grade less than "choice". So the rest of their steaks are graded "select" at best, and possibly even a lower grade. Doubt they'll qualify as excellent.

http://www.texasroadhouse.com/menu#!hand-cut-steaks

But you really don't know, right?

[tomjbud]

I have paid double the price for streaks in fancy steak houses and have not received near the great tasting steak as Texas Roadhouse cooks! Order the 10 or 12 ounce Ribeye and you will see what I mean. We have three of them in Knoxville alone and its one restaurant we have really missed when we stay in The Villages. We are thrilled to hear they are opening here!

I agree - their ribeyes are great!

[tomwed]

I always ordered the "road kill".

Yes, I am also looking forward to eating the road kill. It's always a little surprise inside the crispy crust, isn't it?

[Jgg7933]

Check out their menu. Their only steak advertised as USDA "choice" grade is their sirloin. They say it's their most popular. That makes sense since the rest of their steaks are obviously of a grade less than "choice". So the rest of their steaks are graded "select" at best, and possibly even a lower grade. Doubt they'll qualify as excellent.

http://www.texasroadhouse.com/menu#!hand-cut-steaks

Texas Roadhouse was our Favorite Steakhouse in the last town we lived in and they have many other great meals on their menu. They were the "steak house of choice" for me and my wife. I hope they make it to the area!

[Jullie]

Cannot wait to welcome Texas Roadhouse in TV. Good food/service. Had one in our hometown and ate there 1-2 times a week.

[2newyorkers]

We have eaten in many Texas Roadhouses thru the country and have never been disappointed. There is also one in Wesley Chapel.

[NYGUY]

Have been to the Texas Roadhouse in the Tampa area and found their steaks to be a notch above the typical mid-range chain steak joints. On the down side, they seemed to cater to kids (families) as well as sending their bartenders to the Mr. Rogers school of mixology (we didn't go often)!!

[kaydee]

Pretty sure there is a Texas Roadhouse in Ocala on 17 in front of Target.

[DougB]

Pretty sure there is a Texas Roadhouse in Ocala on 17 in front of Target.

There is a Logan's and a Cody's in Ocala. Don't believe they have a Texas Roadhouse.

[tedquick]

Yes, I am also looking forward to eating the road kill. It's always a little surprise inside the crispy crust, isn't it?

By the time it gets to the table, the "crispy" is gone as the cooked onions, cheese and mushrooms (minus the cheese and mushrooms) have softened the crusty exterior. The buns with their special butter would be worth the entire cost by itself. I have never had dessert. If I have any room left at all, which is very rare, I just ask for another platter of buns.

[CaliforniaGirl]

Pretty sure there is a Texas Roadhouse in Ocala on 17 in front of Target.

There was a Roadhouse Inn there (best flatiron steak for miles!) but it closed about 5 years ago - they did not advertise at all. A real shame.

[OldManTime]

I went to the one in Lake City, fla, i was impressed.

[BeetleBailey]

There is one in Gainesville, Fl. and it's great. We have eaten there twice, but it is about an hours drive. There are 3 in Dayton ,Ohio & their all good. Hope they put one here as they should do very well.

[Bruiser1]

There is one on Archer Road in Gainesville. Hand cut steaks and fall off the bone ribs are two of their standbys.

The American Cuisine chain is currently one of the two fastest growing franchises in the country. The market for the product must be successful as they are growing in all parts of the country.

[2catsmeow]

I just wish they were going to be on 466 or 466a instead of across the street from Outback and Longhorn......

[Fraugoofy]

Off topic, but would someone please PM me with the name of the unmentionable online newspaper?!? Frequently, there is a reference and I'd like to know what I'm missing.
Can please send this to me, too if someone responds? Many thanks.

[DougB]

We have two Texas Roadhouses by our other home in Melbourne. Not only good food, but they are also strong supporters of public education.

[Happinow]

On another thread, I read that some want a Texas Roadhouse to come to TV. I had never eaten at one before until tonight. I had their ribs and potato skins and both were very tastey. Hubby had a steak and baked potato and a salad, which he says was very good as well. They gave us hot rolls and cinnamon honey butter which was great. As a first time customer, they also offered us samples of their mashed potatoes, corn, green beans and chili. We didn't ask for it, it was what they did for all new customers. If one comes to TV we will be frequent customers.

[Bogie Shooter]

On another thread, I read that some want a Texas Roadhouse to come to TV. I had never eaten at one before until tonight. I had their ribs and potato skins and both were very tastey. Hubby had a steak and baked potato and a salad, which he says was very good as well. They gave us hot rolls and cinnamon honey butter which was great. As a first time customer, they also offered us samples of their mashed potatoes, corn, green beans and chili. We didn't ask for it, it was what they did for all new customers. If one comes to TV we will be frequent customers.

Not want............its coming.
https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/restaurant-discussions-90/texas-roadhouse-132979/

[Lady L_Commissioner_Ward4]

Texas Roadhouse has been approved by the Lady Lake Commission, and we should see it up and running in about 9 months or so. It is to be located between Sams Club and the Lady Lake Town hall on 441. Stein Mart also approved, will be located in the parcel behind McDonalds in Lady Lake.

[ROCKETMAN]

Texas roadhouse is very similiar to codys including the peanuts on the floor. Most of them don't have happy hours as good as codys and no entertainment.

[OldManTime]

Rocket man, it just might be that there success throughout the USA, is because they don't have happy hours, and entertainment….just good food!

[Villageshooter]

Texas roadhouse is very similiar to codys including the peanuts on the floor. Most of them don't have happy hours as good as codys and no entertainment.
Does not have peanut shells on the floor they have a bucket on the table for you to put the shells in

[delima2000]

Love Texas Roadhouse.

[John_W]

We went to the JC Penny store in Clermont last week and out front was a Texas Roadhouse. We turned into the parking lot in hopes of getting lunch. Unfortunately they don't open until 4pm on weekdays. I know Outback use to be the same until about six months ago and I noticed the one here started to open for lunch. Hopefully with all the stores around the new Lady Lake Roadhouse location they'll consider opening earlier.

[coconutmama]

We went to the JC Penny store in Clermont last week and out front was a Texas Roadhouse. We turned into the parking lot in hopes of getting lunch. Unfortunately they don't open until 4pm on weekdays. I know Outback use to be the same until about six months ago and I noticed the one here started to open for lunch. Hopefully with all the stores around the new Lady Lake Roadhouse location they'll consider opening earlier.

Just saw this post. So excited. Will go next chance we get. Thanks!

[KYDIANA12]

So glad that Texas Roadhouse is building a restaurant here. We really like their steaks and find their prices to be very reasonable. We have gone to their newest one in Clermont and it was great. If you are going use the call ahead seating and they really do get you in quick with that service. Longhorn here in the Villages is always packed and yet they have empty tables inside - don't understand that! Texas Roadhouse will give them relief when they open.

[chuckinca]

Does not have peanut shells on the floor they have a bucket on the table for you to put the shells in

Two buckets per table - one full of peanuts in shells and one for shells?

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[gerryann]

Codys is more natural food. No MSG
Texas Roadhouse has MSG in everything.

[blondie56]

we eat at the Texas Roadhouse in Orange City often and regarding the peanuts there, just toss them on the floor! Steaks are great, love the atmosphere although it not for everyone. Can't wait for them to open here!

[golfing eagles]

we eat at the Texas Roadhouse in Orange City often and regarding the peanuts there, just toss them on the floor! Steaks are great, love the atmosphere although it not for everyone. Can't wait for them to open here!

:agree:
Ate at Texas Roadhouse a dozen times in Colorado Springs--always great steak. Ate at Cody's LSL on our 1st trip to TV in Feb 14----it was late on Friday, about 9 PM and had the BEST steak I ever had in a restaurant. Went back in May 14 at about 6:30, extremely busy , and had the WORST steak and service I've ever had. I'll try Brownwood, but if it is bad again, Texas here we come!

[txfan]

If their ribs are like the "fall-off-the-bone" baby backs here in SE Houston, then you're in for a treat.

[Ray Roberts]

Too sales/rental in the villages proper, keeps a lot of good choices out.

[bagboy]

Too sales/rental in the villages proper, keeps a lot of good choices out.

What?

[golfing eagles]

What?

:agree:

[tomwed]

hmmmm

[Nucky]

:what:

[Miles42]

Texas roadhouse is hit or miss. It really depends on the cooks. Some do not know or care about how to cook a steak to order.

[Bogie Shooter]

Too sales/rental in the villages proper, keeps a lot of good choices out.

Please splain, Lucy............................

[texasfal]

Txfan where are you from in SE Houston?

[rodway120@aol.com]

Fun place eating peanuts throwing shells on floor and good food, even great, for the money.
Stop expecting $30 plus steaks for $12. In Columbus Indiana it was our restaurant of choice with the kids. Service is good. On . On the one occasion it wasn't when we told the manager on his table rounds, he checked it out, brought a fresh meal, and comped the total bill

[Dani Forbes]

We totally agree.

[Nucky]

That's it i can't take it anymore. If I can get my wife to stop packing for a couple of hours I'm gonna give this joint a shot tonight in NJ. I'll report my findings tomorrow. Hope there are no whip marks on the steak.

[SoccerCoach]

Steak was good. Vegetables, mushy green beans with no flavor, broccoli was steamed ok.
Too noisy if you want conversation. Don't go past 3:15 for early seating, by the time your order is taken it will be past 4:00 and all bets are off.....

[REDCART]

We tried Texas Roadhouse for the first time today. It was noon, and the parking lot appeared full. So we were pleasantly surprised when they took us directly to a table. The place is huge! The fried pickle appetizer was delicious. The warm dinner rolls and cinnamon butter were a nice touch. The real surprise was the burgers. We've had great burgers before at Square One, Glenview, and Havana CC, and even the Shell Blue Plate Deli (or whatever it's called these days). The Texas RH Angus burgers were 8 oz, cooked as ordered and juicy, and better than the others. My wife and I each cut our burger in half and took the other half home. Never did that before. Just ate the other half of my burger tonight for dinner. I know Texas RH is known for their steaks, but we'd go back again for their burgers in a heartbeat. They play country music loud, which makes normal conversation difficult but otherwise it was a fun lunch experience. We both had raspberry lemonade, very good but the Goose Island IPA on tap was very tempting.

[Steve9930]

We tried Texas Roadhouse for the first time today. It was noon, and the parking lot appeared full. So we were pleasantly surprised when they took us directly to a table. The place is huge! The fried pickle appetizer was delicious. The warm dinner rolls and cinnamon butter were a nice touch. The real surprise was the burgers. We've had great burgers before at Square One, Glenview, and Havana CC, and even the Shell Blue Plate Deli (or whatever it's called these days). The Texas RH Angus burgers were 8 oz, cooked as ordered and juicy, and better than the others. My wife and I each cut our burger in half and took the other half home. Never did that before. Just ate the other half of my burger tonight for dinner. I know Texas RH is known for their steaks, but we'd go back again for their burgers in a heartbeat. They play country music loud, which makes normal conversation difficult but otherwise it was a fun lunch experience. We both had raspberry lemonade, very good but the Goose Island IPA on tap was very tempting.

We also had a very fine meal and enjoyed the restaurant. A good addition to the choices available.

[PattyCakes]

Had dinner tonight at our new Texas Roadhouse. Stephanie, our server, and all the other folks were warm, friendly and fun. The food was great and made our evening even more fun. We loved the TR in Clermont, but having our own here near The Villages, is even nicer.

[dotti105]

We have always preferred Outback for the atmosphere. It is nice to go out and have a quiet, attractive place in which to dine and the steaks have always been good.

We had dined at TRH in Utah before moving here and I wasn't impressed. Loud, gimmicky western theme, etc. But we went yesterday, here in Lady Lake and had the BEST steaks we have ever had! Better than Ruth's Chris and Mortons! Excellent beef!

I still am not wild about the atmosphere. I would rather be able to hear my dinner companions and a few less "Yahoo"s out there. But we will certainly go back for the great steaks.

We were seated at 4:57 after a 10 minute wait. Our server made a point to offer us the early bird menu, even though it was almost 5:00. Good service and everything we had was excellent. We will be back!!

[Fortunate1]

That's great to hear , Dottie ! I'm headed there this week and it's always nice to hear good things about a restaurant you plan to visit !

[NYGUY]

We went to Texas Roadhouse Friday night. Food was great, cocktails were small. If it weren't for the noise, we would go back. They make the noise level loud just to make it loud.

[rubicon]

Fun place eating peanuts throwing shells on floor and good food, even great, for the money.
Stop expecting $30 plus steaks for $12. In Columbus Indiana it was our restaurant of choice with the kids. Service is good. On . On the one occasion it wasn't when we told the manager on his table rounds, he checked it out, brought a fresh meal, and comped the total bill

for less than $12 a customer can select from a variety of food and desserts including steak which is fair to midlin and doesn't have to walk over peanut shells to get to the food line:D

[Nucky]

We finally made it to the NJ Texas Roadhouse. It was quiet and no peanuts on the floor. The meal was a 9 on a 1 to 10 scale. We let the waitress order the meal for us. That always works for me. I'll definitely go back.

[Boomer]

We went to Texas Roadhouse Friday night. Food was great, cocktails were small. If it weren't for the noise, we would go back. They make the noise level loud just to make it loud.

I always figured restaurants that make it loud make it loud to turn the tables faster. Move 'em in. Move 'em out. My guess is volume begets volume.

I have an app on my phone that measures decibels. It is interesting, though sometimes rather horrifying, to read the sound level in some restaurants.

[N44125]

I don't get it...it appears that most comments are critical of the noise level...that leads me to believe that it is a deliberate decision by corporate and/or local management. Anyone have some inside info on this?

[Steve9930]

If its to loud just turn your hearing aid down......

[Fredster]

I don't get it...it appears that most comments are critical of the noise level...that leads me to believe that it is a deliberate decision by corporate and/or local management. Anyone have some inside info on this?

It seems that I heard that the higher noise levels in restaurants get people to order more drinks.
And as another said, it makes for faster turnover!

[Warren Kiefer]

The unmentionable online newspaper has a piece on Texas Roadhouse Restaurant coming to the Sam's area. Should be fun!

Been to the Roadhouse three times, food always excellent. The third time I felt the need to talk with a manager about the very loud music and staff yelling. This third dining experience was again very good food but my out of town guests and my wife and I were NOT able to have a conversation the entire evening. They will probably lose me as a customer and perhaps a lot of other Villagers...

[BK001]

We ate in the restaurant once and did take out twice. The grilled pork chops were among the best I have EVER eaten. Thick, juicy and soooo tender with appetizing grill marks on each side of the chop.

[600th Photo Sq]

Off topic, but would someone please PM me with the name of the unmentionable online newspaper?!? Frequently, there is a reference and I'd like to know what I'm missing.

I have no clue why someone did not tell you why, my guess they are frightened. So I will step up and tell you why...if the other unmentionable online newspaper email address is posted TOTV will post it like this: *********.com so there you have it.

It actually goes something like this V_ _ _ _ _ _ s_ _ _ _ _.com :spoken:

[graciegirl]

I have no clue why someone did not tell you why, my guess they are frightened. So I will step up and tell you why...if the other unmentionable online newspaper email address is posted TOTV will post it like this: *********.com so there you have it.

It actually goes something like this V_ _ _ _ _ _ s_ _ _ _ _.com :spoken:

This is not working out well for you.

All of the restaurants are kinda loud. If the acoustics aren't good then music is played. I sit there most of the time wondering what people are saying. I don't think it is planned. I think that softening sound must cost big bucks.............or a wheelbarrow full of socks to shove in big mouths. I have never done that, but thought about it a lot.

[600th Photo Sq]

For an experiment I invited 10 neighbors over for a belated driveway social with the " Theme " copy the Texas Roadhouse...... Loud Music ,and Tossing Peanut Shells, BYO of course but Ice Cold Beer Provided.... The social was a Complete Total Disaster !! The 10 of us threw in the towel within 8 minutes yes we had it timed..We cleaned up the peanut shells turned off the " Loud Music " and recovered.

Texas Roadhouse and Cody's I can tell you with 100% assurance you lost 10 potential customers. Why anyone would purposely go to eat at those two " Joints " is a mystery that only you the customer would understand..please tell all of us what pleasure is their in tossing peanut shells on the floor ?

[JerryLBell]

I didn't know what the hoopla was about the opening of the Texas Roadhouse. After all, you already have Cody's (and two locations at that) with a very similar menu. And I've always really enjoyed my meals at Cody's. However, my wife and I (who haven't moved to our house in The Villages just yet) were travelling in southern Arizona last week and happened to eat at a Texas Roadhouse there. I absolutely loved the chili and the rest of the meal was great as well. I don't know if it's overall better than Cody's or not, but I'm looking forward to eating at both when we move there next year!

[BK001]

My husband raved about the Chili also.

[Annie01]

had a great meal on mothers day at the roadhouse..AWESOME�the sirloin steak was fantastic..better than any of the steak houses..like longhorn etc�..very nice.. $8.99 can't beat that with salad and veggie and their nice delicious bread !! on sat and sun. they open at 11��get there early�.

[Chi-Town]

Have been there twice. Food and service are quite good. The noise level is not by accident.

[Jima64]

It seems that I heard that the higher noise levels in restaurants get people to order more drinks.
And as another said, it makes for faster turnover!

Probably true but how much do they lose when people read or are told about the loud noise , music?

[Golfer92]

This is my husband and I favorite place to eat.

[John_W]

We went to the new Texas Roadhouse about a week after they opened. We normally eat lunch out 2 or 3 times a week, not big on eating dinner out. I saw on the website they opened at 3pm. We arrived at 2:45 and the parking lot was full and people driving around looking for a spot to park.

We walked in and was seated immediately in the bar area. I asked what time do you open and they said 3pm, but we opened early today. I always liked the chopped steak with a slice of onion on top at Codys, so I ordered their version called 'Road Kill'. The place was already louder than Cody's and suddenly all the staff lined up in a row, maybe 20 to 25 people, and the music shot up even louder and they all started dancing and clapping their hands. I think the hand claps is what really put it over the edge when they are standing about 3' away.

The food was just OK, prices were very good at lunch, but I think we'll stay with Cody's at LSL, Outback and Longhorn.

[Boomer]

The topic of noise levels in restaurants has been woven throughout this thread. Based on what I am reading here about the din at Texas Roadhouse, I don't think I will be going there.

But, hey, that's OK. Sounds like they are doing just fine without me. Besides, we dinosaurs who enjoy conversation with dinner know of places we can go. We don't have to go to loud places that other people like and try to make them stop blasting the music and tell everybody to shut up.

Anyway, while perusing the internet for articles on the subject of noise levels in restaurants, I found the one I am linking here. It is from The Boston Globe and though I don't know anything about the specific restaurants mentioned in the article, I do find the overall topic interesting. It's a real thing that many restaurants are trying to get just right.....whatever that means for their individual customer-base and/or target-market.

For restaurant owners, striking the right noise level is key - The Boston Globe (https://www.bostonglobe.com/lifestyle/food-dining/2014/04/22/what-can-hear-you/uJGdqtAwATBLlxAKDxV0wK/story.html)

[spuds51]

We ate there today for the first time. We had eaten at other TRH restaurants before and I couldn't really remember the noise level being that much of an issue. We was there early today, somewhere before 5:00, and other than them wishing a woman happy birthday there was no noise at all. We was able to talk without any problem at all. I had the 10 oz. ribeye and the wife had the half BBQ chicken...both was excellent. I would go so far as to say that was the best steak I have had in a while. So unless we were just there too early for the real noise to start I'm not sure what all the ( it's too noisy ) is all about.. Oh, and the price wasn't bad either.