Why You Should Try To Catch The Early Bird Special At Texas Roadhouse

Texas Roadhouse prides itself on serving Texas-sized portions at affordable prices. Surprisingly, the chain wasn't born in the Lone Star state; rather, it was first launched by Kent Taylor in Clarskville, Indiana in 1993. Since then, Texas Roadhouse has grown into nearly 600 locations around the United States, with a few international spots mixed in as well.

The menu focuses on steaks and Texas-style barbecue, with some of the best Texas Roadhouse dishes being the pulled pork, country fried steak, and of course, the Cactus Blossom (roasted and fried onion petals). Don't skip those complimentary rolls with cinnamon honey butter, either.

Texas Roadhouse makes its food from scratch — something that can't be said for every chain around the U.S. It's continued to pull customers in with various deals, including its "Early Dine" special. If you're looking to save money and avoid wait times at Texas Roadhouse, you might want to consider jumping on this deal.

Going out to eat is the perfect time to catch up with family and friends, and it's even better when it doesn't cost an arm and a leg. The Texas Roadhouse Early Dine deal is essentially its form of an early bird special — it offers its signature entrées for a discount, with each plate costing just $10.99. 

All you have to do is visit Texas Roadhouse between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Monday-Saturday (the deal is not available on Sundays). Some locations even run the deal from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For certain dishes, the $10.99 price is as much as a 21% discount on the original cost. The Country Fried Sirloin, Herb Crusted Chicken, and Country Fried Chicken all regularly go for $14, meaning it's a steal if you snag them during the Early Dine special. Other menu choices include sirloin steak, Chicken Critters, barbecue chicken, pulled pork, pork chop, and a handful of salad options.

If dining out before 6 p.m. doesn't work for your schedule, you can still score some pretty impressive deals from the restaurant. 

A TikTok about Texas Roadhouse went viral when one former employee revealed that the filet medallions are a better deal than ordering a regular filet mignon from the menu. You get an extra ounce of steak, plus an extra side, for less money, according to TikTok users aever17 and princessannafit. The medallions offer nine ounces of steak, while the filet mignon on the menu only comes in a six- or eight-ounce portion.

Texas Roadhouse also has an option to sign up for its VIP Club through its website. The Club claims to give members certain "offers" that non-VIP members don't get. Plus, you get a "special welcome gift" just for signing up (though Texas Roadhouse doesn't reveal what that is until it reaches your inbox).