Outback Steakhouse Wildwood

[DBaty]

We had dinner there last Saturday evening around 7:30. It was a terrible experience. I ordered an 18 ounce bone-in ribeye ($32). The steak I received had a bone of no more than 2 inches and at least a third of the steak was a big blob of fat. When I asked for the manager, I was told "ok, we will get you another one." No apology. The replacement steak that I received looked like a bone-in ribeye but was only about 1/2 thick and also had a huge blob of fat - almost 4 inches in diameter. And the steak had little flavor. It was worse than a cheap breakfast steak you get at a low quality diner. And then the service. It too was terrible. We ordered drinks from our waiter. Three of the 4 drinks arrived via another server. We told him one of the drinks was omitted. About 10 minutes later, I summoned a bus boy and asked for our waiter because we were missing a drink. The drink arrived about 10 minutes later, just before our meals were served. Then we never saw our waiter again until he brought the check. I am forgiving on challenged service when a restaurant is real busy, I can excuse substandard service. But the place was only about 3/4 full. Overall an unacceptable experience and a "never return."

[GpaVader]

We've eaten there a couple of times, once by ourselves and another time with some visitors and had great service and food both times. Sorry you had a bad experience.

[xcaligirl]

We had dinner there last Saturday evening around 7:30. It was a terrible experience. I ordered an 18 ounce bone-in ribeye ($32). The steak I received had a bone of no more than 2 inches and at least a third of the steak was a big blob of fat. When I asked for the manager, I was told "ok, we will get you another one." No apology. The replacement steak that I received looked like a bone-in ribeye but was only about 1/2 thick and also had a huge blob of fat - almost 4 inches in diameter. And the steak had little flavor. It was worse than a cheap breakfast steak you get at a low quality diner. And then the service. It too was terrible. We ordered drinks from our waiter. Three of the 4 drinks arrived via another server. We told him one of the drinks was omitted. About 10 minutes later, I summoned a bus boy and asked for our waiter because we were missing a drink. The drink arrived about 10 minutes later, just before our meals were served. Then we never saw our waiter again until he brought the check. I am forgiving on challenged service when a restaurant is real busy, I can excuse substandard service. But the place was only about 3/4 full. Overall an unacceptable experience and a "never return."
The service and food was next to not being able to be eaten or tolerated service when it was on 441. I won't go back to any Outback except for one down a ways from the Villages and the other was in Hawaii.

[coralway]

My SO found it very salty. She says never again

[Normal]

We had dinner there last Saturday evening around 7:30. It was a terrible experience. I ordered an 18 ounce bone-in ribeye ($32). The steak I received had a bone of no more than 2 inches and at least a third of the steak was a big blob of fat. When I asked for the manager, I was told "ok, we will get you another one." No apology. The replacement steak that I received looked like a bone-in ribeye but was only about 1/2 thick and also had a huge blob of fat - almost 4 inches in diameter. And the steak had little flavor. It was worse than a cheap breakfast steak you get at a low quality diner. And then the service. It too was terrible. We ordered drinks from our waiter. Three of the 4 drinks arrived via another server. We told him one of the drinks was omitted. About 10 minutes later, I summoned a bus boy and asked for our waiter because we were missing a drink. The drink arrived about 10 minutes later, just before our meals were served. Then we never saw our waiter again until he brought the check. I am forgiving on challenged service when a restaurant is real busy, I can excuse substandard service. But the place was only about 3/4 full. Overall an unacceptable experience and a "never return."

Sounds like it is on par with The Chop House

[Kenswing]

Sounds like it is on par with The Chop House

We won a $100 gift card to Outback. Trust me, Chop House even with all its warts is fine cuisine compared to Outback. We went there with low expectations and weren’t disappointed. lol

[Skip]

They OVER SEASON all their meats. Even if you specifically say "NO SEASONING". It comes out too salty.

A shame.

Skip

[Babubhat]

usually includes ingredients like kosher salt, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, coriander, and turmeric

They don’t understand it only needs salt and pepper. Showed them My steak could not be cut with the large knife. Management was indifferent. Won’t be back.

[gbs317]

That’s a shame I had hoped this new Outback would be better than the one on 441 in TV. We had one in CT and it was good not great but consistently good and service was excellent, no big issues.
I read the comments here on TOTV but, maybe I’m a glutton for punishment, I’ll have to try this Wildwood Outback before I pass judgement myself.
Who knows maybe their manager reads TOTV and will make things right before I get there….lol

[DrMack]

That’s a shame I had hoped this new Outback would be better than the one on 441 in TV. We had one in CT and it was good not great but consistently good and service was excellent, no big issues.
I read the comments here on TOTV but, maybe I’m a glutton for punishment, I’ll have to try this Wildwood Outback before I pass judgement myself.
Who knows maybe their manager reads TOTV and will make things right before I get there….lol

We liked it. We will be back.

[gorillarick]

Went to the previous location in Lady Lake once a year the past three years. Giving it a chance; hoping it would be different - improved.

Waiting til the thrill rubs off and the crowds go home to try the new one. Maybe I'll wait a little longer and get back on my once-a-year schedule.

Stuff on steak: Yeah, I don't even want salt and pepper from the kitchen.
Why, is there something wrong with my steak (or fish) that it needs seasoning or goo on it ?

Do you want steak sauce? Why, do I need it?

Salt: I can add my own salt to my taste and needs. And it is not possible to take-off; unless you want to run in the kitchen and rinse it. Aaaaaargh.

[retiredguy123]

Steakhouses are fine, but just don't order a steak. I buy USDA Prime steaks at Publix and cook them myself. The only restaurant nearby where I would order a steak is at Ruth Chris near Orlando. All of the other restaurants are trying to sell low quality beef and pass it off as a good steak. That is why they add salt and other seasonings.

[Rainger99]

Prime ribeye is about $22 a pound at Sam’s Club. Take it home and grill it. It will save you money and the steak will be very high quality.

As far as I know, Outback does not serve Prime ribeye. They serve Choice ribeye. No restaurant should charge (and no customer should pay) $32 for a Choice ribeye. The quality is not there.

[Risuli]

Steakhouses are fine, but just don't order a steak. I buy USDA Prime steaks at Publix and cook them myself. The only restaurant nearby where I would order a steak is at Ruth Chris near Orlando. All of the other restaurants are trying to sell low quality beef and pass it off as a good steak. That is why they add salt and other seasonings.

USDA Prime? I've yet to see prime cuts at Publix. They have only been USDA Choice.

This brings up a question I've had since moving here a couple of years ago. With all the cattle raised in and around the Villages, why are there no actual butcher shops to be found? Closest thing to a butcher shop is Fresh Market but nothing else.

[Ecuadog]

USDA Prime? I've yet to see prime cuts at Publix. They have only been USDA Choice. ...

Sometimes they have it. Sometimes they don't.

[bsloan1960]

Beginning 15 years ago we'd go often- always a GREAT meal. We stopped going for a while, and when we began to go again 5 years ago the food was awful- like what you'd expect from a Chain that figured out how to maximize profit and minimize quality. I'm not at all surprised that people are reporting underwhelming food there. We had dinner there last Saturday evening around 7:30. It was a terrible experience. I ordered an 18 ounce bone-in ribeye ($32). The steak I received had a bone of no more than 2 inches and at least a third of the steak was a big blob of fat. When I asked for the manager, I was told "ok, we will get you another one." No apology. The replacement steak that I received looked like a bone-in ribeye but was only about 1/2 thick and also had a huge blob of fat - almost 4 inches in diameter. And the steak had little flavor. It was worse than a cheap breakfast steak you get at a low quality diner. And then the service. It too was terrible. We ordered drinks from our waiter. Three of the 4 drinks arrived via another server. We told him one of the drinks was omitted. About 10 minutes later, I summoned a bus boy and asked for our waiter because we were missing a drink. The drink arrived about 10 minutes later, just before our meals were served. Then we never saw our waiter again until he brought the check. I am forgiving on challenged service when a restaurant is real busy, I can excuse substandard service. But the place was only about 3/4 full. Overall an unacceptable experience and a "never return."

[retiredguy123]

USDA Prime? I've yet to see prime cuts at Publix. They have only been USDA Choice.

This brings up a question I've had since moving here a couple of years ago. With all the cattle raised in and around the Villages, why are there no actual butcher shops to be found? Closest thing to a butcher shop is Fresh Market but nothing else.
I buy USDA Prime filet mignons at Publix. I shop at the Colony Plaza store often, and when they have them (usually 2-3 times per week), I buy them and freeze them. I never run out.

I have checked all of the high end restaurant menus in the area, and none of them sell a USDA Prime filet mignon, except Ruth Chris. This includes Chophouse, Mark's, and Prime 3.

[Aces4]

USDA Prime? I've yet to see prime cuts at Publix. They have only been USDA Choice.

This brings up a question I've had since moving here a couple of years ago. With all the cattle raised in and around the Villages, why are there no actual butcher shops to be found? Closest thing to a butcher shop is Fresh Market but nothing else.

To butcher what, Florida beef? I wouldn't waste my time, personally, it's just not the same quality.

[jimhoward]

Amongst the big chain Steak Houses, I think Ruth Chris and Capital grill are equally good. But they are 35 miles+ away. A prime bone-in ribeye costs about $89 ala carte. You might then add a salad and some sides and a drink.

The villages is a working class retirement community. Putting aside occasions, people mostly go to dinner where the prices are cheap. I know I do. Restaurants sell the lowest possible quality steaks, and season them so you can't taste the meat anyway. They operate with minimal staff. But they sell steaks for only $32. So we go.

Once in a while a pleasant surprise happens and the meal is great, not usually.

[elle123]

We had dinner there last Saturday evening around 7:30. It was a terrible experience. I ordered an 18 ounce bone-in ribeye ($32). The steak I received had a bone of no more than 2 inches and at least a third of the steak was a big blob of fat. When I asked for the manager, I was told "ok, we will get you another one." No apology. The replacement steak that I received looked like a bone-in ribeye but was only about 1/2 thick and also had a huge blob of fat - almost 4 inches in diameter. And the steak had little flavor. It was worse than a cheap breakfast steak you get at a low quality diner. And then the service. It too was terrible. We ordered drinks from our waiter. Three of the 4 drinks arrived via another server. We told him one of the drinks was omitted. About 10 minutes later, I summoned a bus boy and asked for our waiter because we were missing a drink. The drink arrived about 10 minutes later, just before our meals were served. Then we never saw our waiter again until he brought the check. I am forgiving on challenged service when a restaurant is real busy, I can excuse substandard service. But the place was only about 3/4 full. Overall an unacceptable experience and a "never return."
What do you expect--it's Outback. No one who demands a good piece of meat and attentive service would eat there.

[RustyandEthel]

This is probably what happened in the kitchen.

https://youtu.be/SKi1-e8R9RA?si=wuMWX40Ku--BpS77

[Michael 61]

Grilling your own will generally always deliver far superior results to what you get in most restaurants. (And will be much more economical ). I will rarely order a steak when dining out.

[paulajr]

Ribeye ALWAYS is a fatty cut…


We had dinner there last Saturday evening around 7:30. It was a terrible experience. I ordered an 18 ounce bone-in ribeye ($32). The steak I received had a bone of no more than 2 inches and at least a third of the steak was a big blob of fat. When I asked for the manager, I was told "ok, we will get you another one." No apology. The replacement steak that I received looked like a bone-in ribeye but was only about 1/2 thick and also had a huge blob of fat - almost 4 inches in diameter. And the steak had little flavor. It was worse than a cheap breakfast steak you get at a low quality diner. And then the service. It too was terrible. We ordered drinks from our waiter. Three of the 4 drinks arrived via another server. We told him one of the drinks was omitted. About 10 minutes later, I summoned a bus boy and asked for our waiter because we were missing a drink. The drink arrived about 10 minutes later, just before our meals were served. Then we never saw our waiter again until he brought the check. I am forgiving on challenged service when a restaurant is real busy, I can excuse substandard service. But the place was only about 3/4 full. Overall an unacceptable experience and a "never return."

[paulajr]

We purchase all of our quality beef at HM Cattle in Webster. Order online and pick up Saturday at Brownwood. Delicious!



I buy USDA Prime filet mignons at Publix. I shop at the Colony Plaza store often, and when they have them (usually 2-3 times per week), I buy them and freeze them. I never run out.

I have checked all of the high end restaurant menus in the area, and none of them sell a USDA Prime filet mignon, except Ruth Chris. This includes Chophouse, Mark's, and Prime 3.

[PhilR]

Charley’s does a nice job. Berns, if you’re up for scheduling 2 mos out

[merrymini]

Outback is ixnay. Way too spicy and salty. A fine steak should never taste that way.

[JRcorvette]

We had dinner there last Saturday evening around 7:30. It was a terrible experience. I ordered an 18 ounce bone-in ribeye ($32). The steak I received had a bone of no more than 2 inches and at least a third of the steak was a big blob of fat. When I asked for the manager, I was told "ok, we will get you another one." No apology. The replacement steak that I received looked like a bone-in ribeye but was only about 1/2 thick and also had a huge blob of fat - almost 4 inches in diameter. And the steak had little flavor. It was worse than a cheap breakfast steak you get at a low quality diner. And then the service. It too was terrible. We ordered drinks from our waiter. Three of the 4 drinks arrived via another server. We told him one of the drinks was omitted. About 10 minutes later, I summoned a bus boy and asked for our waiter because we were missing a drink. The drink arrived about 10 minutes later, just before our meals were served. Then we never saw our waiter again until he brought the check. I am forgiving on challenged service when a restaurant is real busy, I can excuse substandard service. But the place was only about 3/4 full. Overall an unacceptable experience and a "never return."

We have eaten there twice and had a good meal and service. One bad experience should never preclude you from going back but that is your choice.

[Stu from NYC]

We have eaten there twice and had a good meal and service. One bad experience should never preclude you from going back but that is your choice.

Generally will agree but every once in awhile a restaurant out does itself in making me a former customer.

[Driller703]

We had dinner there last Saturday evening around 7:30. It was a terrible experience. I ordered an 18 ounce bone-in ribeye ($32). The steak I received had a bone of no more than 2 inches and at least a third of the steak was a big blob of fat. When I asked for the manager, I was told "ok, we will get you another one." No apology. The replacement steak that I received looked like a bone-in ribeye but was only about 1/2 thick and also had a huge blob of fat - almost 4 inches in diameter. And the steak had little flavor. It was worse than a cheap breakfast steak you get at a low quality diner. And then the service. It too was terrible. We ordered drinks from our waiter. Three of the 4 drinks arrived via another server. We told him one of the drinks was omitted. About 10 minutes later, I summoned a bus boy and asked for our waiter because we were missing a drink. The drink arrived about 10 minutes later, just before our meals were served. Then we never saw our waiter again until he brought the check. I am forgiving on challenged service when a restaurant is real busy, I can excuse substandard service. But the place was only about 3/4 full. Overall an unacceptable experience and a "never return."
So I need to know this why?

[Sandy and Ed]

Wife an I went @ 3pm and sat at bar. Ordered a medium sized strip with baked potato. Not bad. Barkeep knew how to make a great perfect gin martini served up with olives. Not crowded and service was good. We try never to go to a dinner during regular hours in the crazy snowbird season.

[Aces4]

Okay, here is why restaurant complaints are pointless and can be counter productive. 4 of us ate there Tuesday night and came away totally happy...good meals and good service. Now class, what have we learned?

Everyone has different standards?:laugh:

[Risuli]

Everyone has different standards?:laugh:

I always liked the statement, "We raised our standards, now up yours..." LOL.

[Stu from NYC]

So I need to know this why?

Hmm it is called a restaurant review, take it seriously or not your choice

[Barkriver]

USDA Prime? I've yet to see prime cuts at Publix. They have only been USDA Choice.

This brings up a question I've had since moving here a couple of years ago. With all the cattle raised in and around the Villages, why are there no actual butcher shops to be found? Closest thing to a butcher shop is Fresh Market but nothing else.

There is Best Meats in Wildwood.

[gbs317]

There is Best Meats in Wildwood.
Best Meats was a good place 5-6 years ago but went downhill after the original owner, I met, left. I believe he said his name was Al from Australia.
Just recently I saw a sign on window saying under new management so I’m going to have to go back and look it over again.
When you stated Best Meats in Wildwood was that a recent visit by you?

[lookhwhite]

I loved my meal there! The steak was juicy, service was great—maybe it depends on the day or location? Hope you give it another try!✨

[kingofbeer]

Okay, here is why restaurant complaints are pointless and can be counter productive. 4 of us ate there Tuesday night and came away totally happy...good meals and good service. Now class, what have we learned?
Had lunch there once. It was fair. Dinner once which was not good, we had to leave. We saw flies inside the restaurant at our table. Also, they are cooking steaks differently now. You need to request wood fire grill, if you want the steak with grill marks, otherwise they cook on a flat top. Next time, we will order our meals for takeout instead. Not impressed with the service at this location.

[kingofbeer]

Okay, here is why restaurant complaints are pointless and can be counter productive. 4 of us ate there Tuesday night and came away totally happy...good meals and good service. Now class, what have we learned?
You make it sound like those who complain here are making something up. Gaslighting them.

[lookhwhite]

I enjoyed their 3 for $14.99 meal deal honestly....chilout

[ROCKETMAN]

Went to Outback for lunch yesterday and me and friend had the $13.99 sirloin. Get some warm bread and my side was potato soup which was very good. Steaks were done just as ordered and server checked on us frequently.

[Risuli]

If you are disappointed in Outback, you could try Texas Roadhouse on 441.

Mon-Thurs, before 5pm, they offer a 6 oz. sirloin and two sides for $12.99.

Wed. they offer an 8 oz. sirloin and two sides for $14.99.

Current prices for a fast food burger, fries and a drink make these offers very reasonable.

[gorillarick]

UPDATE from previous post: Finally went to the new location. Deja vu all over again.
Dirty tables everywhere, greasy and dirty floor, slow service from bar - after ordering initial drink, OUT of my top 1, 2, and 3 of preferred beers (had to pay more for a beer I really don't like).
Waitress good, and apologetic.
Service not so slow, but made two mistakes (dangit, I even said I wanted ketchup with my fries). Other side was WRONG.
Steak - slightly under medium rare as ordered (better than charred to death I'll admit).
Steak - humpt. A steak with no taste? Yeah, I ordered it with nothing on it, but it should taste like steak.

Recap: Visited Lady Lake Outback, once a year in 2001 thru 2004. SAME exact modus operandi. Never saw a busboy (girl) - too cheap. Never visited by a manager to be asked how was it dude?
Back to my give-it-another-try next year?
Can you imagine being out of their signature beer. Pathetic.

[xcaligirl]

We had dinner there last Saturday evening around 7:30. It was a terrible experience. I ordered an 18 ounce bone-in ribeye ($32). The steak I received had a bone of no more than 2 inches and at least a third of the steak was a big blob of fat. When I asked for the manager, I was told "ok, we will get you another one." No apology. The replacement steak that I received looked like a bone-in ribeye but was only about 1/2 thick and also had a huge blob of fat - almost 4 inches in diameter. And the steak had little flavor. It was worse than a cheap breakfast steak you get at a low quality diner. And then the service. It too was terrible. We ordered drinks from our waiter. Three of the 4 drinks arrived via another server. We told him one of the drinks was omitted. About 10 minutes later, I summoned a bus boy and asked for our waiter because we were missing a drink. The drink arrived about 10 minutes later, just before our meals were served. Then we never saw our waiter again until he brought the check. I am forgiving on challenged service when a restaurant is real busy, I can excuse substandard service. But the place was only about 3/4 full. Overall an unacceptable experience and a "never return."
Sad to hear that they closed down the Outback on 441 and opened up in Wildwood to have the same quality of service and food. They were once good but they turned really bad quite a fews years ago and never turned it back around. Thanks for your post, confirmed that we won't even bother trying the 'new' one in Wildwood

[CoachKandSportsguy]

Restaurants will usually be hit or miss, given the high turnover, the flakiness of the employees, the high variability in tips, and the low propensity of fixed income seniors to tip enough after a small meal. . . especially with Orlando near by for employment.

Have seen it outside the bubble here in MA, just this week, i ordered a Rachael, and the cook forgot the thousand island dressing and the sauerkraut. Will always go back to the restaurant though, as its local and not a chain, and we seldom see the same servers night in and night out. Chains are no different.. .

[Stu from NYC]

Restaurants will usually be hit or miss, given the high turnover, the flakiness of the employees, the high variability in tips, and the low propensity of fixed income seniors to tip enough after a small meal. . . especially with Orlando near by for employment.

Have seen it outside the bubble here in MA, just this week, i ordered a Rachael, and the cook forgot the thousand island dressing and the sauerkraut. Will always go back to the restaurant though, as its local and not a chain, and we seldom see the same servers night in and night out. Chains are no different.. .

Would think a large operation like outback would have standards and inspectors to make sure those standards are met. Guess outback doesnt do that. Sad we used to go regularly

[CoachKandSportsguy]

Would think a large operation like outback would have standards and inspectors to make sure those standards are met. Guess outback doesn't do that. Sad we used to go regularly

Public companies are always under pressure for earnings, and right now, we have slightly elevated inflation from the recent past, an economy where no one is changing jobs much, house prices which are too high to allow for much upward mobility, and so the disposable income sales sector is taking a small hit.

So its just a more challenging environment for everyone. . . especially the restaurant industry. . .

[kingofbeer]

UPDATE from previous post: Finally went to the new location. Deja vu all over again.
Dirty tables everywhere, greasy and dirty floor, slow service from bar - after ordering initial drink, OUT of my top 1, 2, and 3 of preferred beers (had to pay more for a beer I really don't like).
Waitress good, and apologetic.
Service not so slow, but made two mistakes (dangit, I even said I wanted ketchup with my fries). Other side was WRONG.
Steak - slightly under medium rare as ordered (better than charred to death I'll admit).
Steak - humpt. A steak with no taste? Yeah, I ordered it with nothing on it, but it should taste like steak.

Recap: Visited Lady Lake Outback, once a year in 2001 thru 2004. SAME exact modus operandi. Never saw a busboy (girl) - too cheap. Never visited by a manager to be asked how was it dude?
Back to my give-it-another-try next year?
Can you imagine being out of their signature beer. Pathetic.
The grade of meat at Outback is lower than before. Texas Roadhouse seems to taste better.

[Stu from NYC]

Public companies are always under pressure for earnings, and right now, we have slightly elevated inflation from the recent past, an economy where no one is changing jobs much, house prices which are too high to allow for much upward mobility, and so the disposable income sales sector is taking a small hit.

So its just a more challenging environment for everyone. . . especially the restaurant industry. . .

Agree we live in challenging times but lots of restaurant choices so if we are not satisfied with experience we move on. Wonder how much business Outback has been losing due to unsatisfactory experiences?

[Normal]

Why even go to a steak restaurant unless they are offering a Wagyu Prime or aged cut etc? It’s easier to grill at home and put a potato in the oven. Besides, I can have as much wine or beer as I want.

My point, an exceptional meal makes it worth it. A typical sirloin does not rank there for me.

[retiredguy123]

Why even go to a steak restaurant unless they are offering a Wagyu Prime or aged cut etc? It’s easier to grill at home and put a potato in the oven. Besides, I can have as much wine or beer as I want.

My point, an exceptional meal makes it worth it. A typical sirloin does not rank there for me.
Correct. If you order a steak in a restaurant, you are going to pay more for a lower quality meal than you can get at home. A restaurant should provide an equal or better quality steak than you can buy from a grocery store. They don't.

[dougjb]

And here I always called it by its proper name....Outhouse Steakhouse!

[margaretmattson]

Steakhouses are fine, but just don't order a steak. I buy USDA Prime steaks at Publix and cook them myself. The only restaurant nearby where I would order a steak is at Ruth Chris near Orlando. All of the other restaurants are trying to sell low quality beef and pass it off as a good steak. That is why they add salt and other seasonings.Has anyone noticed the quality of steak is going downhill everywhere? For years, we bought at Publix. Now, all fat and gristle. Went to Sam's Club, the same god awful meat. Ordered from Allen Brothers, a well known restaurant supplier, and received $300 worth of garbage. Most of the time, the steaks we prefer are not available. We now eat roasts. Anyone know where to buy quality steaks?

[jrref]

Has anyone noticed the quality of steak is going downhill everywhere? For years, we bought at Publix. Now, all fat and gristle. Went to Sam's Club, the same god awful meat. Ordered from Allen Brothers, a well known restaurant supplier, and received $300 worth of garbage. Most of the time, the steaks we prefer are not available. We now eat roasts. Anyone know where to buy quality steaks?

I agree, the quality of steak has gone down hill to the point we don't go out to have it. We have had pretty good luck with Publix and Costco prime meats and make it at home.

[ROCKETMAN]

If you are disappointed in Outback, you could try Texas Roadhouse on 441.

Mon-Thurs, before 5pm, they offer a 6 oz. sirloin and two sides for $12.99.

Wed. they offer an 8 oz. sirloin and two sides for $14.99.

Current prices for a fast food burger, fries and a drink make these offers very reasonable.
Outback sirloin special is great. Get warm bread, two sides and steak.

[retiredguy123]

Has anyone noticed the quality of steak is going downhill everywhere? For years, we bought at Publix. Now, all fat and gristle. Went to Sam's Club, the same god awful meat. Ordered from Allen Brothers, a well known restaurant supplier, and received $300 worth of garbage. Most of the time, the steaks we prefer are not available. We now eat roasts. Anyone know where to buy quality steaks?
I buy USDA Prime filet mignons from the Publix in Colony Plaza. Not all Publix stores sell these, and the Colony Plaza store only has them about 3 days per week. They are about 2 inches thick and very high quality, but they are not cheap, about $30 per pound. However, you will pay more than that in a restaurant that is a lower quality steak. By the way, you need to drive to the Orlando area and go to Ruth Chris or The Capital Grille to get a USDA Prime filet. As far as I know, none of the closer restaurants sell USDA Prime filets, and that includes the high priced steak restaurants, like Chophouse, Prime 3, and Mark's.