Longhorn Steakhouse

For every rule there is an exception. By rule large chain restaurants can’t compare to a local stand alone restaurant. Longhorn proves that on rare occasion, very rare, a chain can be good. The atmosphere is corporate but nicely upscale for a mid-priced chain. The best thing about Longhorn is that they get good cuts of beef and season with salt & pepper instead of marinating or over seasoning like Outback. There are signs you’re at a chain like an incorrectly served wheat beer and baked potato that lacked flavor and not “fluffy” inside. My server was good but it wasn’t busy during my visit. The most disappointing thing about my visit wasn’t Longhorns fault necessarily, many of the patrons showed up in shorts and tee shirts. I’m not talking “dress” shorts but the “I just mowed the lawn” look. I’d be less than happy if I choose to spend a special date night here and was met by that.

Delicious! If you love flavor this is a great place. Steaks are extremely tender and full of flavor. The sides are amazing, I had asparagus and some of the best dang mashed potatoes I've ever had. The server staff and host/hostesses are extremely friendly. One of the best steaks I have had in NWA and it's fairly priced. It was extremely fast which I'm sure is in part due to the current state we are in and the restaurant running at half capacity.