LongHorn Allergen Menu (2026 Guide)

Last checked: Oct 15, 2026 Source: LongHorn allergen data Independent guide

LongHorn Allergen Menu at a Glance

The table below covers the items people ask about most. “Contains” means the allergen is in the recipe. A blank or “No” means it is not a listed ingredient — but cross-contact is still possible in a shared kitchen.

Based on LongHorn’s published allergen information and independent allergen guides. Always confirm with your server — recipes can change.

Gluten-Free at LongHorn

Good news first: plain grilled steaks are naturally gluten-free. Sirloin, filet, ribeye, strip, T-bone, and porterhouse — all of them. So are plain grilled shrimp and plain grilled chicken, and most plain vegetable sides.

Where gluten hides: breaded items (Chicken Fried Steak, chicken tenders, Texas Tonion, Spicy Chicken Bites), the Churrasco Steak marinade (contains wheat), the Longhorn Salmon marinade (contains wheat), burger buns, sandwich bread, and anything with a flour-based sauce or gravy.

The hard truth: LongHorn does not offer a certified gluten-free menu, and there is no dedicated gluten-free prep area. Shared grills, shared fryers, and a shared kitchen mean trace cross-contact is possible. If you have celiac disease, tell your server, ask for a manager, and ask specifically about grill cleaning and separate utensils. Many locations will accommodate you — but you have to ask.

Dairy-Free at LongHorn

Dairy is the allergen that catches the most people at LongHorn, because it shows up in items you would not expect.

Plain grilled steaks are the safe zone. It is not corporate practice to use dairy butter for grilling or finishing steaks — but some locations do it anyway. Always say “no butter” when you order, and confirm with your server.

These items contain milk: Chicken Fried Steak, LongHorn Steak Tips, Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders, Red Rock Grilled Shrimp, Lemon Garlic Chicken, Chop Steak, Texas Tonion, Firecracker Chicken Wraps, Spicy Chicken Bites, and Wild West Shrimp. Most appetizers, most breaded items, and most creamy sauces contain dairy.

The burger bun is a borderline case. It is made without milk, but it carries a “may contain” warning for milk cross-contact. If your dairy allergy is mild, the bun is probably fine. If it is severe, ask about it.

Safe dairy-free picks: plain grilled steak (no butter), plain grilled chicken, plain grilled shrimp, baked potato (no toppings), sweet potato (plain), steamed vegetables, and a side salad with oil and vinegar instead of ranch.

Egg, Soy, Fish, Shellfish, Nuts & Sesame

Egg: Found in breaded items (breading uses egg wash), most dressings and dips (ranch, honey mustard), and desserts. Plain grilled steaks, plain grilled chicken, and plain vegetables do not contain egg.

Soy: The Churrasco Steak marinade contains soy. The Longhorn Salmon marinade contains soy. The Half Pound Steakhouse Burger contains soy. Many sauces and dressings use soybean oil. Ask about marinades if soy is your allergy.

Fish: The Longhorn Salmon and other fish dishes obviously contain fish. Grilled items cooked on a shared grill may have trace cross-contact. Ask your server if fish cross-contact is a concern.

Shellfish: Shrimp dishes (Wild West Shrimp, Red Rock Grilled Shrimp) contain shellfish. Fried shellfish items share fryer oil with other fried foods — ask about fryer sharing if your shellfish allergy is severe.

Tree nuts: The Strawberry & Pecan Salad contains pecans. Most other menu items do not contain tree nuts, but nut-containing desserts and salads are prepared in the same kitchen.

Peanuts: Peanuts are not a standard ingredient in most LongHorn dishes, but peanut cross-contact is possible in a shared kitchen. Ask if you are concerned.

Sesame: Sesame appears in some buns, dressings, and Asian-inspired dishes. Ask your server about specific items.

Cross-Contact: What to Actually Worry About

Cross-contact is the real risk at any steakhouse, and LongHorn is no exception. Here is where it happens:

• Shared grill: Steaks, chicken, shrimp, and fish all cook on the same grill. Trace proteins transfer between items.
• Shared fryer: The Seasoned Steakhouse Wings are not coated, but they are deep-fried. Fried items share oil with breaded items. If you have a wheat, egg, or milk allergy, ask about fryer sharing before ordering anything fried.
• Shared prep surfaces: Cutting boards, knives, and prep areas handle allergen-containing foods throughout service.
• Butter on the grill: Some locations butter steaks or grill surfaces. This is the most common dairy cross-contact source at LongHorn.
• Sauces and dressings: Ladles, squeeze bottles, and ramekins can carry traces between items.

LongHorn staff are trained on allergen handling, but training varies by location. The safest move is to tell your server about your allergy when you sit down — not when you order — and ask them to flag it for the kitchen.

What to Order by Allergy

Here are the safest starting points for each major allergy. These are starting points, not guarantees — always confirm with your server.

• Gluten-free: Plain grilled steak, plain grilled chicken, plain grilled shrimp, baked potato, sweet potato, steamed vegetables, side salad with oil and vinegar.
• Dairy-free: Plain grilled steak (no butter), plain grilled chicken, plain grilled shrimp, baked potato (plain), sweet potato (plain), steamed vegetables, side salad with oil and vinegar.
• Egg-free: Plain grilled steak, plain grilled chicken, plain grilled shrimp, baked potato, steamed vegetables, side salad with oil and vinegar dressing.
• Soy-free: Plain grilled steak (skip Churrasco), plain grilled chicken, baked potato, steamed vegetables. Ask about marinades and dressings.
• Shellfish-free: Any steak, chicken, or non-seafood item. Ask about shared grill and fryer.
• Nut-free: Most steaks, chicken, and sides. Skip the Strawberry & Pecan Salad. Ask about desserts.

How to Order Safely at LongHorn

• Tell your server first. Say your allergy when you sit down, before you order. This gives the kitchen time to prepare.
• Ask for a manager. For serious allergies, ask to speak with a manager or the kitchen lead. They know the current recipes and prep procedures.
• Say “no butter” on steaks. Some locations finish steaks with butter. Saying it explicitly prevents the most common dairy surprise.
• Ask about the grill and fryer. If cross-contact matters, ask if your item can be cooked on a cleaned section of grill or in a separate pan.
• Skip fried items if you have wheat, egg, or milk allergies. The shared fryer is the hardest cross-contact to control.
• Check dressings and sauces. Ranch, honey mustard, and most creamy dressings contain milk and egg. Oil and vinegar is the safest dressing.
• Ask about today’s recipes. Menus change. What was safe last month may not be safe today. A quick check costs nothing.

Kids & Allergies

If your child has allergies, LongHorn’s kids menu is mostly the same foods as the adult menu in smaller portions — which means the same allergens apply. Grilled chicken tenders (breaded) contain milk, wheat, and egg. Mac and cheese contains milk and wheat. Plain grilled chicken or a small steak with a baked potato is the safest kids order for most allergies.

Ask for the allergen guide when you arrive. LongHorn publishes one, and your server should be able to show it to you or walk through it.

For the full LongHorn menu with prices, see our LongHorn Steakhouse menu prices page. Watching calories too? Check the LongHorn nutrition and calories guide. Planning a holiday visit? See LongHorn holiday hours for open and closed days.

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