If you want steakhouse food without steakhouse dinner prices, lunch is the move. LongHorn lunch specials run Monday through Saturday, 11 AM to 3 PM, with plates starting at $9.99. Same fire-grilled proteins, smaller portions, lower prices. Here’s the full breakdown.
When Are LongHorn Lunch Specials Available?
Monday through Saturday, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Sunday lunch specials are not typically available. The cutoff is firm — arrive before 3 PM or you’ll pay dinner prices. If you’re cutting it close, get there by 2:45 at the latest.
LongHorn Lunch Specials Prices
LongHorn organizes lunch into three rough price tiers. Prices vary by location — these are the typical ranges we’ve verified.
| Lunch Item | Typical Price | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|
| Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Tenders (3 pcs) | ~$9.99 | Side salad or side + honey-wheat bread |
| Half Shaved Prime Rib Sandwich | ~$9.99–$11.49 | Side salad or side + bread |
| Bowl of Loaded Potato or French Onion Soup | ~$9.99 | Side salad + bread |
| Half-Pound Steakhouse Cheeseburger | ~$10.99 | Seasoned fries or baked potato + bread |
| Grilled Chicken & Strawberry Salad (lunch portion) | ~$10.99–$12.99 | Fries or baked potato + bread |
| 7-Pepper Sirloin Salad (lunch portion) | ~$10.99–$13.99 | Fries or baked potato + bread |
| 6 oz. Renegade Sirloin (lunch cut) | ~$12.99–$13.99 | Side + side salad + bread |
| LongHorn Grilled Salmon (lunch cut) | ~$12.99–$14.49 | Side + side salad + bread |
| Parmesan Crusted Chicken (lunch portion) | ~$12.99 | Side + side salad + bread |
| Pick Two Combo | ~$11.99 | Any two: soup, salad, or handheld |
Last checked: Oct 15, 2026. Prices vary by location — check your local LongHorn menu or app before you go.
The Best Lunch Orders
6 oz. Renegade Sirloin ($12.99–$13.99). This is the one. A real fire-grilled steak, a side, a side salad, and bread for under $14. The dinner Renegade runs several dollars more for a bigger cut. If you want steak at lunch, this is the best value on the menu.
Pick Two Combo ($11.99). Any two items from soup, salad, or handheld. Soup + salad is the lightest option. Sandwich + soup is the most filling. It’s the best value if you want variety without committing to one entrée.
Half-Pound Steakhouse Cheeseburger ($10.99). Half-pound fresh ground chuck, grilled over fire, on a toasted brioche bun with seasoned fries. It beats most fast-casual burgers at this price by a wide margin.
Half Shaved Prime Rib Sandwich ($9.99–$11.49). Thinly shaved prime rib on a toasted French roll with Swiss cheese and rosemary au jus for dipping. At under $11, it’s the cheapest way to eat prime rib at LongHorn.
What to Skip at Lunch
The lunch salads are fine but not special — you’re paying $11–$14 for a salad you could get anywhere. If you’re at a steakhouse for lunch, get the steak or the burger. The salmon lunch cut is good but the portion is noticeably smaller than dinner, so the savings aren’t as dramatic. And don’t fill up on the free bread before your entrée arrives — it’s good, but it ruins the value math if you can’t finish your steak.
Lunch vs. Dinner: What’s Different?
Lunch portions are smaller — a 6 oz. sirloin instead of the dinner cut, a lunch-sized salad instead of a full one. But the proteins and preparations are the same. Same grill, same seasoning, same sides. You’re not getting a lesser version, just less of it. For most people, the lunch portion is plenty, and you’ll save $5–$8 per entrée versus dinner.
Happy Hour: The Other Discount Window
If you miss the 3 PM lunch cutoff, the next deal window is Prime Time Happy Hour, Monday–Friday 4–7 PM at participating locations. Select appetizers drop to around $5 and domestic draft beers to around $3. It’s not a full meal replacement, but a couple of appetizers plus a beer for under $15 is a solid pre-dinner play.
More Ways to Save
- Join the eClub. LongHorn rewards members get a free appetizer on signup and a free birthday dessert.
- Bring the kids at lunch. The LongHorn kids menu ($4.99–$10.99) plus a lunch special for the adults is the cheapest family steakhouse outing you’ll find.
- Check Groupon. LongHorn deals pop up there from time to time.
- Feeding a crowd at lunch? LongHorn catering (sandwich and salad spreads at $7–$12 per person) can be cheaper than individual lunch orders for groups.
- Arrive early. 11:15–11:45 AM gets you instant seating and fast kitchen turnaround — useful if you’re on a lunch break.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time are LongHorn lunch specials?
Monday through Saturday, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Sunday lunch specials are not typically available. Arrive before 3 PM — the cutoff is firm.
How much are LongHorn lunch specials?
Lunch plates start at $9.99 and top out around $14.49. The 6 oz. Renegade Sirloin lunch cut runs $12.99–$13.99, and the Pick Two Combo is $11.99.
What is the Pick Two Combo at LongHorn?
The Pick Two Combo (around $11.99) lets you choose any two items from soup, salad, or handheld — for example, soup + salad, or sandwich + soup.
Are LongHorn lunch portions smaller than dinner?
Yes, slightly. Lunch portions are smaller (e.g., a 6 oz. sirloin instead of the dinner cut), but the proteins, seasoning, and preparations are the same. Most people find the lunch portion plenty.
Does LongHorn serve lunch specials on Sunday?
No, lunch specials are typically Monday through Saturday only. On Sunday, the full dinner menu pricing applies all day.
Can I get lunch specials for takeout?
Yes, lunch specials are available for takeout and curbside pickup during the 11 AM–3 PM window.
What is the cheapest lunch at LongHorn?
The cheapest lunch items are around $9.99 — crispy chicken tenders, the half shaved prime rib sandwich, or a bowl of soup (all with a side salad or side and bread).
Does LongHorn have a happy hour?
Yes. Prime Time Happy Hour runs Monday–Friday 4–7 PM at participating locations, with select appetizers around $5 and domestic draft beers around $3.
Can I use eClub coupons on lunch specials?
It depends on the location and the specific coupon. Some locations let coupons stack with lunch pricing, others don’t. Ask your server.
Is the lunch sirloin worth it?
Yes. The 6 oz. Renegade Sirloin lunch cut at $12.99–$13.99 (with side, side salad, and bread) is the best steak value on the LongHorn menu — same grill and seasoning as dinner for several dollars less.