Outback Steakhouse: Serious Food Menu Study Guide

Bloomin' Onion (BLOOM)

A colossal onion, breaded and fried, served with spicy mayo, and horseradish sauce.

Note: Served with "on another level" pedestal.

Aussie Cheese Fries (CHEESE)

Seasoned French fries, topped with melted Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, topped with bacon, and served with house-made ranch dressing.

Kookaburra Wings (WINGS HOT/MED/MILD)

One pound (10 on average) fresh chicken wings (50/50 drumettes and flats) tossed in our secret spices, fried and served with our blue cheese dressing and celery. Choose mild, medium, or hot.

Sydney 'Shrooms (SYDNEY SHROOMS)

Lightly batter and fried mushrooms served with house-made ranch dressing.

Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp (COCO)

8 large shrimp (6 at lunch), hand-dipped in beer batter, rolled in coconut and fried golden. Paired with a creole marmalade.

Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie (GSB)

8 seasoned grilled shrimp (6 at lunch) with a special blend of herbs and spices. Served with house-made garlic toast and classic remoulade sauce.

Fried Mozzarella Bloomerangs (BLM MOZZ)

Six breaded and fried bloomerangs that are seasoned with our famous Bloomin' Onion spices, and served with marinara sauce

Bloomin' Fried Shrimp (BLOOM SHRIMP)

Hand breaded shrimp tossed in our famous Bloomin' Onion batter and cooked until golden brown, and served with our spicy signature Bloom sauce.

Note: Served with "on another level" pedestal.

1. What are our 8 signature Aussie-Tizers?

-Bloomin' Onion

-Aussie Cheese Fries

-Kookaburra Chicken

-Sydney Shrooms

-Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp

-Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie

-Fried Mozzarella Bloomerangs

-Bloomin Fried Shrimp

What Aussie-Tizer would you suggest to Guests that have never dined at Outback?

Bloomin' Onion

What is your favorite Aussie-Tizer and why?

My favorite Aussie-Tizer is the Bloomin' Fried Shrimp because it's hand breaded till golden brown. It comes with a lot of Outbacks signature ingredients like the Bloomin' Onion batter and Bloom sauce. To top it off the Aussie-Tizer is displayed on this cool pedestal showing off how it's on another level. Overall great presentation and tastes delicious.

House Salad (HOUSE SAL)

Mix of romaine and iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, tomatoes, red onions, house-made croutons, and dressing of choice.

Caesar Salad (CAESAR)

Romaine lettuce, house-made croutons, tossed with traditional caesar dressing, and topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

Brisbane Caesar Salad (5 CHX C-SAL, 8 SHRIMP C-SAL)

Large portion of caesar salad with a choice of thinly sliced 5 oz chicken breast or 8 seasoned grilled shrimp.

Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad (CHOP SAL)

Mixed greens with shredded carrots, red cabbage, green onions, cinnamon pecans, crispy noodles, all tossed in a blue cheese vinaigrette and topped with blue cheese crumbles.

Wedge Salad (WEDGE SAL)

Crisp wedge of iceberg lettuce, topped with tomato, red onions, bacon, and house-made blue cheese dressing, then drizzled with balsamic glaze.

Note: Served with a knife.

Aussie Cobb Salad (CRISPY COBB SAL, GRILL COBB SAL)

Choice of 3 sliced chicken fingers or 5 oz of thinly sliced grilled chicken breast. Served with mixed greens, tomatoes, bacon, Monterey Jack, cheddar cheese, diced eggs, and croutons with your choice of dressing.

Steakhouse Salad (STKHS SAL)

A 5 oz seasoned and seared sliced sirloin, served with mixed greens, shredded carrots, red cabbage, green onions, red onions, tomatoes, cinnamon pecans, crispy noodles, all tossed in a blue cheese vinaigrette and topped with blue cheese crumbles.

French Onion Soup (FO)

A traditional French onion soup with caramelized onions, a toasted Holland Rusk, melted provolone cheese, and topped with garnished parsley.

Tasmanian Chili (CHILI CUP/CROCK)

Contains spicy steak and no beans, topped with mixed cheese and green onions. Choice between a cup or crock.

Baked Potato Soup (POT CUP/BOWL)

House-made creamy baked potato soup topped with bacon, green onions, Monterey Jack, and cheddar cheese.

1. List all of the salad dressings (by abbreviation):

-Ranch (R)

-Blue Cheese (BC)

-Casaer (C)

-Tangy Tomato (T)

-Thousand Island (1000)

-Honey Mustard (HV)

-Mustard Vinaigrette (MV)

-Light Balsamic Vinaigrette (LBV)

-Oil & Vinegar (O&V)

2. Soups are available in what two sizes?

(excluding French Onion)

Cup and Bowl

3. Aussie Crunch refers to what ingredient in the Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad?

Crispy Noodles

4. Which soups and salads are premium (have an upcharge)?

-Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad

-Wedge Salad

-French Onion Soup

-Tasmanian Chili

Victoria's Filet Mignon (6/8 FILET)

-Most tender & juicy thick cut

-6 or 8 oz

-Seasoned & seared

Outback Center Cut Sirloin (6/8/11 SIRLOIN)

-Center-cut for tenderness, lean, hearty, full of flavor

-6, 8, or 11 oz

-Seasoned and seared

Ribeye (13 RIBEYE)

-Well marbled, juicy, savory, bold flavor

-13 oz

-Seasoned and seared

Bone In Ribeye (20 BONE RIBEYE)

-Bone-in and extra marbled for maximum tenderness

-20 oz

-Char-grilled

Delmonico Ribeye (15 DELMONICO)

thick cut ribeye / exceptional marbling / rich buttery flavor / seasoned w Steak Grill Seasoning

• 15 oz.

• char-grilled

Classic Prime Rib (PRIME 12/16)

-Slow roasted with an herb crust. Hand carved with au jus

-12 or 16 oz

Note: ONLY SERVED FRI-SUN

Note: If the customer asks what is "AU JUS", tell them its a light savory beef broth.

1. Which steak is the most tender?

Victoria's Filet

2. Which steak has the most marbling?

Ribeye

3. Which steaks are Bone-In?

Ribeye (18 oz), Porterhouse

4. Which grade of steak do we serve?

Prime, Choice, Select

1. How would you explain the Seasoned & Seared cooking style to a Guest?

It's our signature cooking style. Steak is seared on a flat top grill, with a blend of bold and peppery spices. It gives the outside a flavorful crust while keeping the inside juicy and tender.

2. How would you explain the char-grilled cooking style to a Guest?

Cooked on an open flame giving the steak a smokey flavor.

3. What 7 items are listed as "PLUS IT UP" options to our Signature Steaks?

-Grilled Onions (ADD GR ONIONS)

-Sautéed Shrooms (ADD SHROOMS)

-Toowoomba Topping (ADD TW TOP)

-Grilled Shrimp (ADD 4 GSB)

-Coconut Shrimp (ADD 4 COCO)

-Roasted Garlic Butter (ADD GARLIC TOP)

-Steamed Lobster Tail (ADD LOB 4OZ)

2. A Guest orders a steak. Explain which "PLUS IT UP" you would recommend and how would you describe it?

-I'd recommend the roasted garlic butter, its rich, flavorful, and it melts over the steak to make it even juicier.

-If you want to go all out and like seafood, go with the steamed lobster tail. It's sweet, buttery, and delicate making it a great add on.

-The grilled onions are a great choice. They're sweet, rich, and the char on the onions compliments the steak.

-If you like shrimp I'd go with the grilled shrimp. Its juicy, nicely seasoned, and pairs well with the steak without being too heavy.

1. What 5 things can the sirloin be paired with in the Steak & Mate Combos?

-Grilled Shrimp

-Coconut Shrimp

-1/2 Ribs

-Alice Spring Chicken

-Grilled Chicken

2. What is the Victorias Filet paired with in the Steak & Mate Combos?

The Steamed Lobster Tail

3. The Ribeye is paired with what two seafood options in the Steak & Mate Combo?

-Grilled Shrimp

-Coconut Shrimp

4. A Guest tells you they're looking for a "surf & turf" option. What would you recommend & how would you recommend it?

If you want a surf & turf option, I'd go with the ribeye and grilled shrimp. The shrimp are grilled and seasoned with our herbs and spices, complementing the steaks flavor. Its a guest favorite.

Grilled Chicken on the Barbie (CHICKEN)

A seasoned and gilled 8 oz chicken breast (5 oz at lunch) served with our signature BBQ sauce on the side.

Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders (CHX TENDERS)

5 crispy hand breaded white meat tenders served with honey mustard sauce

Alice Springs Chicken (ALICE)

An 8 oz grilled chicken breast (5 oz at lunch) topped with sautéed mushrooms , crispy bacon, melted Monterey Jack, cheddar cheese, and honey mustard.

Queensland Chicken & Shrimp Pasta (C&S PASTA)

5 oz grilled chicken and 6 grilled shrimp over pasta in bold Alfredo with green onions, parsley, and lemon pepper butter.

Chicken Only: 8 oz grilled chicken over pasta, no shrimp.

Shrimp Only: 8 grilled shrimp over pasta, no chicken.

No Protein: Pasta only, usually cheaper.

Bloomin' Fried Chicken (BLOOM CHX 8)

8 oz boneless chicken breast, battered in Bloomin' Onion spices, fried golden, drizzled with Bloom Sauce, and served with extra sauce for dipping

Outback Ribs (1/2 RIBS or RIBS)

A half or full rack of smoke pork ribs brushed with tangy BBQ sauce, and served with extra sauce for dipping.

Note: A wet napkin is included for wiping hands.

Caramel Mustard Glazed Pork Chops (PORK CHOPS)

Two 8 oz center cut bone in pork chops, seasoned and seared then topped with sweet caramel and creole marmalade.

Note: Pork can be cooked with slight pink (juicier) or no pink (fully cooked).

Chimichurri Filet (FILET CHIMI)

Tender filet seasoned and seared, sliced and topped with chimichurri sauce and Bloomin' onion pedals, and served with extra sauce for dipping.

Note: Chimichurri sauce originates from Argentina made with parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and herbs.

Kingsland Steak and Shrimp Pasta (KINGSLAND)

Steak, shrimp, and fettuccine noodles topped with bold Alfredo sauce and lemon butter

Note: Served with a spoon

1. What is drizzled on top of the Queensland Chicken & Shrimp Pasta?

Lemon Pepper Butter

2. The Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders is served with what sauce?

Honey Mustard

3. Which entrees are served with a bowl and wet-nap?

The Ribs

4. What sauce is served over the Pork Chops?

Sweet Caramel and Creole Marmalade

Except for our Chicken & Shrimp Pasta, how many sides are our "Not" Steak entrees served with?

2

Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie (GSB ENTREE)

16 seasoned and grilled shrimp served with classic remoulade sauce.

Perfectly Grilled Salmon (SALMON 8)

8 oz seasoned and grilled salmon. Served with remoulade sauce.

Toowoomba Salmon (TW SALMON 8)

Grilled salmon topped with seasoned and sautéed shrimp and mushrooms tossed in a creamy creole sauce.

Lobster Tails (2 LOB 4 OZ)

Two 4 oz cold water tails perfectly steamed for maximum tenderness. Served with drawn butter.

Seared Peppered Ahi (AHI ENTREE)

Seared rare with garlic peppered seasoning, sliced and served over a bed of lettuce, cabbage, carrots, and crispy noodles. Served with creamy soy ginger sauce and wasabi.

1. How many shrimp come with the Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie Entrée?

16 Shrimp

2. How would you describe the Toowoomba Topping?

It's bold and creamy. Comes with sliced mushrooms and sautéed shrimp.

3. All seafood entrees are served with how many sides?

2

4. What size is our Perfectly Grilled Salmon?

8 oz

4. How many ounces is each lobster tail?

4 oz each

The Bloomin' Burger (BLOOM BURG)

ALL THE BURGERS COME WITH: lettuce, tomatoes, onions, HM spicy pickle

Memorize that it comes with: bacon, American cheese, topped off with Bloomin' onion petals, and Bloom sauce

The Outback Burger (OB)

ALL THE BURGERS COME WITH: lettuce, tomatoes, onions, HM spicy pickle

Memorize that it comes with: Mustard. And for $1 you can add bacon or American, provolone, and cheddar cheese (also available during lunch)

Fried Buttermilk Chicken Sammie (CHX SAMMIE)

First mention: That the chicken has been marinated -> hand breaded with buttermilk -> fried.

ALL THE BURGERS COME WITH: lettuce, tomatoes, onions, HM spicy pickle

Memorize that it comes with: HM ranch and toasted buns.

1. How many ounces are the burger patties?

6.5 oz

2. All Sammies & Burgers are served with how many sides?

1 side

3. What sauce comes on the Bloomin' Burger?

Bloomin' Sauce

4. What is special about our pickles?

Spicy and House-made

1. Our lunch options are available daily until what time?

4:00 pm

2. True or False? Our lunch options are available on Saturday and Sunday?

False. Monday through Friday only

How many Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie or Coconut Shrimp are served in the lunch section of our menu?

6 each

What are all lunch options served with?

Choice of one side

True or False. We offer endless soup & salad in the lunch menu of our menu?

True

What size Grilled Chicken & Alice Springs Chicken is offered in the lunch section of the menu?

5 oz

1. How can you upsell the Aussie 3 Course?

Recommend Premium Soup/Salad/Side, or Chocolate Thunder From Down Under

2. How much is it to substitute the Chocolate Thunder from Down Under for the Cheesecake?

$3

What are the two choices of sauce for the Cheesecake?

Chocolate or Raspberry

Fresh Seasonal Veggies (BROC)

Fresh cut broccoli, steamed to perfection. (This may change seasonally)

Seasoned Rice (RICE)

Boldly seasoned and delicious rice cooked with diced bell peppers and onions.

Note: On study guide it says perfect pair to any entree

Aussie Fries (FRIES)

Seasoned French fries

Baked Potato (POT)

Baked potato rolled in kosher salt. Topped with butter (B), sour cream (S), cheese (C), chive (V), bacon (bb).

Sweet Potato (SWT POT)

Baked sweet potato topped with honey butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

Homestyle Mashed Potatoes (MASH)

House-made mashed potatoes whipped with heavy cream, butter, milk, sour cream, and garnished with chopped parsley.

Homestyle Loaded Mashed Potatoes (LOADED MASH) ($Premium$)

House-made mashed potatoes whipped with heavy cream, butter, milk, sour cream, and garnished with chopped parsley.

Topped with sour cream (S), cheese (C), chive (V), bacon (bb).

Steakhouse Mac & Cheese (STEAKHOUSE MAC) ($Premium$)

Cavatappi pasta tossed in a creamy cheddar and smoked gouda cheese sauce (with a little spice). Topped with toasted and garlic breadcrumbs with chopped parsley.

Asparagus (ASPARAGUS) ($Premium$)

Fresh steamed asparagus with veggie butter

1. List the Baked Potato Toppings and their abbreviations

Butter (B), Sour Cream (S), Mixed Cheese (C), Chives (V), Bacon (bb)

2. What toppings come on a Sweet Potato?

Honey Butter, Brown Sugar, and Cinnamon

Chocolate Thunder From Down Under (THUNDER)

Pecan brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, warm chocolate sauce, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings.

Note: Gluten-free

Salted Caramel Cookie Skillet (SKILLET CRM COOK)

A warm salted caramel cookie with pieces of white chocolate, almond toffee, and pretzels. Toasted in a skillet, topped with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream.

New York Style Cheesecake (CHEESE CAKE LG)

Creamy, with a choice of warm chocolate or raspberry sauce.

Triple Layer Carrot Cake (CARROT CAKE LG)

Moist 3 layers carrot cake made with coconut pecans with a sweet vanilla cream cheese frosting.

1. Which dessert option is gluten-free?

Chocolate Thunder from Down Under

2. Does the Triple Layer Carrot Cake have pecans?

Yes