Like most restaurant chains, Texas Roadhouse raises its menu prices a little at a time to keep up with beef, wage and supply costs. Here is what we know about the 2026 Texas Roadhouse price increase and what the most popular items cost today.
How Much Did Texas Roadhouse Raise Prices in 2026?
In its first-quarter 2026 results, Texas Roadhouse said its menu prices were about 1.9% higher. Even so, guests kept coming: the company reported comparable restaurant sales up about 6.5% and the average check up about 2.6%. For comparison, the National Restaurant Association reported restaurant menu prices overall up about 3.6% year over year at the same time, so Texas Roadhouse raised prices more slowly than the industry.
What Popular Items Cost Now
| Item | Typical price now |
|---|---|
| 6oz Hand-Cut Sirloin | $14.49 |
| 12oz Ft. Worth Ribeye | $24.99 |
| 6oz Dallas Filet | $23.99 |
| Prime Rib (12oz) | $25.99 |
| Half Slab Ribs | $19.99 |
| Chicken Critters | $15.99 |
| Cactus Blossom | $8.99 |
| Family-size Sirloins | $54.99 |
These are typical U.S. prices. Every restaurant sets its own prices, so yours may be a little higher or lower, see Texas Roadhouse prices by state.
Why Do Texas Roadhouse Prices Go Up?
- Beef costs: steak is the biggest part of the menu, and beef prices have stayed high.
- Wages: many states raised their minimum wage.
- Everything else: rent, energy, packaging and delivery all cost more.
Texas Roadhouse is known for raising prices slowly and less than many competitors, which is one reason it keeps ranking at the top of customer satisfaction surveys.
Other 2026 Changes Diners Notice
- More restaurants use tabletop tablets (Roadhouse Pay) so you can pay without waiting for the check.
- Online ordering and curbside pickup keep growing, see delivery & takeout.
- New restaurants keep opening, see new locations.
How to Pay Less at Texas Roadhouse
- Order Early Dine on weekday afternoons.
- Pick the 6oz sirloin and add a cheap side instead of a bigger steak.
- Buy a family pack for groups.
- Check current deals, like the VIP Club free appetizer.
How Texas Roadhouse Prices Compare by State
Because every restaurant sets its own prices, the same steak can cost a dollar or two more in a big city than in a small town. Our prices by state tool shows the average for every item in 47 states, so you can see what to expect before you go.
