Texas Roadhouse Question

[jasonD2]

I had a business lunch today at texas roadhouse - i had steak kabobs, a side of rice and vegetables - is there a chance this couldve contained gluten?

[Lisa]

Texas Roadhouse used to have a gluten free menu. They no longer have one available.

Could there be gluten, yes. The steak may have been marinaded and there is a good chance of cross contamination.

....hope not though.

[buffettbride]

I've found eating out at steakhouses to be some of the best experiences we've had. We (it is my daughter who is gluten-free) ask for a steak that is not marinated and just cooked w/ salt and pepper. Also, baked potatoes are usually a good substitute for a rice dish you might be unsure of. They are usually kept in a warmer and have little chance to come into contact with gluten. The veggie dishes are usually safe as well.

We haven't gone to TX Roadhouse, but we have eaten at Lone Star Steakhouse a few times with continued success as well.

[bbuster]

I had a business lunch today at texas roadhouse - i had steak kabobs, a side of rice and vegetables - is there a chance this couldve contained gluten?

I have a copy of their old (Jan 2006) gluten free menu, and here is an excerpt:

Hearty Steaks - Request that your meal be prepared w/o grill shortening

Sirloin Steak

Ft. Worth Ribeye

T-bone Steak

New York Strip

Dallas Fillet

Sirloin Kabob w/o seasoned rice

Filet Medallions w/o seasoned rice

Road Kill

Prime Rib

So this implies that the seasoned rice is not gluten-free, and the grill shortening that they would use to prepare all the steaks (unless you order without) is also not gluten-free.

[tiffjake]

I have a copy of their old (Jan 2006) gluten free menu, and here is an excerpt:

Hearty Steaks - Request that your meal be prepared w/o grill shortening

Sirloin Steak

Ft. Worth Ribeye

T-bone Steak

New York Strip

Dallas Fillet

Sirloin Kabob w/o seasoned rice

Filet Medallions w/o seasoned rice

Road Kill

Prime Rib

So this implies that the seasoned rice is not gluten-free, and the grill shortening that they would use to prepare all the steaks (unless you order without) is also not gluten-free.

I called the corporate office a couple of weeks ago and was told that they "removed their gluten-free menu because they have changed some of their recipes, and encourage those who are gluten intolerant to NOT dine at Texas Roadhouse". If you want to call, their number is 1-800-TEX-ROAD

[CaraLouise]

Last time I ate at Texas Roadhouse (about two months ago) I was informed by the manager that they dip all their potatoes and sweet potatoes in bacon fat before cooking! YUCK!!