Outback Steakhouse

Celiac disease family. We came here excited to learn that the chocolate thunder brownie was always gluten free. However, when we tried lunch items off of the dedicated gluten free, it became clear within an hour of eating that we had been gluten-ed here. The staff seems knowledgeable and it was encouraging to see a gluten free menu but that didn’t save us. Will not be eating here again.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering

Have always had good luck with GF Steak, Salmon, and Chicken with Veggies. Plus the famous Chocolate thunder from down under brownie is GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

While the gluten free menu was impressive our server knew nothing about gluten free. She brought out moldy grapes (literally black and fuzzy) to my children. I brought it to the attention of another waitress as well as her and she responded with, "yeah it was the bottom of the bag". Thank goodness I had cut them or my kids would have eaten them. No manager ever came over to apologize nor did the waitress. As a long time lover of Outback, the quality of the cook on my steak was diner quality at best. My husband who did not order gluten free was very disappointed with his food as well. Very disappointing and will not be returning.

Very good service and very understanding. Had a very nice meal with family. 😀

I found the waitress to be knowledgeable about the gluten free items on their specific gluten free menu. I asked about the fries and she nicely advised me against ordering them because of cross contamination because they use the same oil and gluten items. I was impressed.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This restaurant had a gluten free menu. I had the Cobb salad and enjoyed it.

Outback steak house has its own gluten free menu that includes salmon, steak, lobster, chicken, salads (and what dressings you can have), etc. But to top off all of the great food that's gluten free the Thunder From Down Under dessert is gluten free as well! It's a huge brownie topped with ice cream then whipped cream then chocolate sauce! 5 stars for outback!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

My 5 year old has celiac and they had a page of gluten free items. Appetizers, entree sides, deserts. He had steak, mashed potatoes.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I ordered online for carry-out. I very specifically noted in three different spots on the order (with steak, with salad, and with shrimp appetizer) Celiac - NO Gluten, please. I also requested No Toast with the Shrimp Appetizer, No Croutons with the salad, and No Bread with the order. When I opened the big bag there was a smaller bag with a loaf of bread sitting on top of the order. I wasn’t thrilled but it was in its own bag so I felt ok with the rest of the order other than the baked potato topping that were under the bread. As I got into the entree container, though, the add-on shrimp that I ordered with my steak was wrapped up in foil but sitting on a piece of toast. I get that I am taking a chance with cross contamination by eating at restaurants but I would have thought that they would be careful enough not to actually stick both a piece of toast and a loaf of bread in an order with Celiac marked all over it. Obviously they don’t take any care or pay any attention to food allergies.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

The chicken has a lot to of spice but the steak is good. They have a delicious chocolate dessert that is such a treat but so high in calories.

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent