From Texas Roadhouse to Fogo de Chão, these sides take food from good to unforgettable.
Some steakhouses are well-known not only for well-cooked cuts of meat, but for unique sides (Texas Roadhouse is forever associated with fresh bread with honey butter). These sides go well with a rich steak, balancing the meal perfectly and taking it from good to memorable. If you’re looking for lunch or dinner where the sides shine, here are seven steakhouses with sides so good they’re worth the trip alone.
Texas Roadhouse
Diners are obsessed with the Baked Sweet Potato at Texas Roadhouse, which is dessert: Guests can choose to have it Loaded with Honey Cinnamon Caramel Sauce and Toasted Marshmallows or Honey Cinnamon Butter. Mac and Cheese is also a popular side dish.
Fogo de Chão
Fogo de Chão has a salad bar that’s so good it’s almost stocked with endless portions of grilled meat. I would visit there for lunch just for the Market Table, which has great charcuterie, smoked salmon, salads, and much more. The Crispy Yuca Fries with grated parmesan and malagueta aioli are also a must-have.
Ruth’s Chris
Ruth’s Chris has outstanding Signature Sides, such as Lobster Mac & Cheese (cavatappi pasta and tender Maine lobster tossed in a white cheddar sauce) and Sweet Potato Casserole (a rich and creamy sweet potato casserole topped with a buttery pecan crust). Crabmeat Stuffed Mushrooms from the Appetizer menu is another delicious option, made with marinated mushroom caps stuffed with house blue crab and topped with romano cheese.
Charlie Palmer Steak
Charlie Palmer Steak has many great sides to go with your steak, like Macaroni & Cheese, which is a rich, delicious pasta dish made with aged gruyere and comte cheese. Sauteed Forest Mushrooms made with garlic, shallots, and thyme are also very flavorful and should be a side.
Outback Steakhouse
Outback Steakhouse is famous for its Bloomin’ Onion drink, a special hand-picked onion, cooked until golden, and ready to be dipped in a spicy spicy sauce. The Tasmanian Chili is also worth ordering—this spicy chili is made only with steak and no beans.
The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille has sides and appetizers that are so good they’re a meal in themselves, like the Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail, chilled and served with house-made mustard sauce. The Seared Lobster Cake with Lemon Basil Aioli is another gem, made with North Atlantic lobster served with house-made aioli and grilled lemon.
LongHorn Steakhouse
LongHorn Steakhouse offers guests many delicious sides, such as Crispy Texas Okra. This sweet, savory side is made with fresh okra coated in the signature Parmesan breadcrumbs and fried to order. Loaded Baked Potato (Fresh Baked Potato loaded with Applewood smoked bacon, Daisy® sour cream, aged yellow cheddar, butter and green onions) is another delicious option.
