We always eat out to celebrate our anniversary. This year, we decided we would finally try Outback Steakhouse. Mr. Incredible had been wanting to try that restaurant for years. We ordered the blooming onion appetizer and two entrees. While we were waiting for our appetizer, the wait staff brought us a wooden cutting block with a small loaf of brown bread, a scoop of butter in a cup, and a knife. The bread was pretty good.
The Blooming Onion ($6.50) was a bit dark, probably from the grease that it was fried in being in need of a change, but the taste was good - the slightly spicy breading paired well with a spicy dipping sauce.
Our entrees (Alice Springs Chicken and Cyclone Pasta) were rather boring - nothing really special. We didn't feel that the food we received was worth the ridiculous price we paid for it. At $12 and $13 apiece, our entrees were nearly the cheapest ones on the menu! We did end up taking a little bit home, but we still felt the food was overpriced.
Another minus: there was an open bar in the center of the restaurant. That made us distinctly uncomfortable.
Summary:
- Atmosphere: 6/10
- Taste: 8/10
- Portion size: 8/10
- Price: 6/10
3 comments:
Well, I'd have to agree with your review. I haven't eaten there in years! It is over priced and it seems as though no matter where you sit, you're sitting in the smoking section. I feel the same way about Applebee's and some other well-known chain restaurants.
At least you can say you tried it. Now you don't have to wonder what you're missing.
Yes, we enjoyed trying this restaurant, though we won't go there again. It's fun to try something new, but you never know how it's going to turn out, either. :)
At least, they donate to the military serving overseas. Can you imagine preparing over seven thousand meals in the Outback style? I was impressed.
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