We decided to try Outback again after not coming here for some time. Gotta give this place some love - it's deserved. Ambience- modern, not too busy on a warm Saturday night- and we had the front door opened for us by a smartly dressed young man who greeted us warmly and had us seated in no time. We got water and warm bread almost immediately- hubby placed an order for a nonalcoholic cocktail, while I had the same cocktail with alcohol. The drinks were just fine and more important? The prices were very 2020! Ok - I ordered a 6 ounce filet mignon, well done, with a lobster tail. Hubby ordered Alice's chicken with Outback fries as his side while I got a baked potato for my side. I drank my cocktail pretty quickly and decided to get a tall Outback Blonde beer- perfectly light and cold on this very warm day! The food came out without a fuss - a request for A1 steak sauce arrived quickly- and we dug in! My filet mignon was perfectly cooked and the lobster tail was just nice! Hubby's Alice's Chicken was quite ok for him as well - when offered a 2nd bread? We took it! This place honestly deserves some love - food and service was on par with other restaurants we frequent and the prices - especially for the drinks- were absolutely low! I felt like we've been missing out! So will we return? Yup- Outback is back in our rotation! Want a nice meal that won't break the bank? Outback is the place. read more

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5 stars for Outback Steakhouse in Schaumburg! I went here for lunch today and everything was absolutely fantastic. We tried the Platypus Punch which was good (like a lemonade style drink), the bread and butter, house salad, baked potato's, grilled shrimp, grilled salmon and the sirloin. Everything was great but my favorite part of the meal was probably the sirloin - medium rare. Our waitress was excellent as well, super attentive and very friendly service from every employee I encountered. Overall a great experience for a casual steakhouse style meal - would definitely recommend. read more

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I like this new location. I came here for lunch and it was ok. Our hostess and waitress was super attentive and nice. Ordered a steak and fries and my friend had this loaded bacon cheeseburger burger with fried onion petals. Everything came out delicious. My steak was a little undercooked but I sent back which I hate doing but I couldn't eat it.. it was just wayyyyyy to raw but when it came back it was perfect!!!! They have this house beer that is delicious!!! I will be back again. read more

Today I saw a commercial on television for a special 3 course meal so I figured we would give it a try. We have never been to this location it's relatively new. We signed up online for the rewards program and you get a free blooming onion but you have to dine here at least once to get it. We added our name to the waitlist and luckily there was no waiting time today. We arrived at 6:30 p.m. and we were seated right away by the friendly hostess. There are lots of different types of tables there's booths, tables, half Booth / half tables, and also tall tables near the bar area and there's two televisions by the bar. My husband and I both ordered the three course meal. My husband picked the soup any upgraded it to French onion and he ordered the 6 oz steak with a side of broccoli it also comes with a slice of cheesecake for dessert. I ordered the chicken on the barbie with broccoli and for my appetizer I ordered the Caesar salad. Before we were even ready to order they had placed some bread with butter on the table which we appreciated. I asked if there's free refills on the bread and she said yes so we ordered a second loaf. The French onion soup was delicious and hot... Almost too temperature hot to eat right away The Caesar salad was very peppery and salty. I think I will ask for the dressing on the side next time. The soup and salad were both a decent portion sizes too. The entrees were both amazing and cooked to perfection. I personally don't like so much salty seasoning on my chicken but it was delicious. It came with a BBQ sauce but I did not use it because I am not sure if there are tomatoes in it (eating tomatoes cause me so much pain) The cheesecake slice for dessert comes topped with either chocolate or raspberry sauce... It is your choice. My husband ate the raspberry and I am taking mine home. We had a great time and highly recommend giving this restaurant a try if your in the area. We will be back! read more

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I had the bone in ribeye steak which was over $36. I asked for medium rare and it came well done. They brought me a new one that was raw. I sent it back and it was still raw. I took it home to cook more. The meat was tough and full of grizzle. I chose rib eye because it's fatty which I prefer, but this was not chewable. The manager made a point of saying he wouldn't charge me for the first steak (duh) My husband liked his filet. As for the sides, the sweet potato was the size of a baseball and the broccoli as well as the French onion soup were heavily salted. My final gripe was that though the waitstaff were friendly, the waitress had so much vanilla perfume on it made the food taste off I'm sure read more

My husband and I have been coming to this location more often since they remodeled, and since the remodel, their attention to detail and to the customer has greatly improved. Since the remodel, we have come here a few times and have never had bad service or a problem with anything. When walking up to the door, there is usually now a staff member/host who opens the front doors for you as you walk in. Then, when being seated, the host now talks to you and asks how your day is going as you get to your table. It's a nice change and you can tell that they are really trying to make good first impressions from right when the customer walks through their doors. This location also has nice plates now, too, and even steins for beer. Recently, I have ordered the crispy Bloomin' Chicken sandwich ($14.79), which had the perfect crispy crust with a juicy chicken breast inside. I've also ordered the Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie ($20.99). This meal has SO many shrimp on your plate and it was cooked perfectly when I ordered it. The perfect amount of butter to seasoning so they weren't dry, and I also chose rice and a baked potato to be my sides. As for my husband, he normally gets some type of steak or steak/chicken combo meal and he always enjoys it. We tried the Tasmanian chili during our last visit and we also thought that was delicious and it had a good amount of spice. Overall, I do recommend this location because it is always clean and both their service and food is great! read more

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Ruined Father's Day, we called and got on the list for 6pm, when all 8 of us arrived they had lost our reservation and offered zero solutions. We ended up at chilis. read more

The steak is more appetizing due to its fine grill markings. The steak was prepared exactly as I had requested. It was well-seasoned and tender. The two sides that I got were superb. read more

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A very bad experience!! Will not go back again ! I did not enjoy the food at all. I have been go to Outback for years. This was by far the worse time ever ! This is not what it used to be. read more

Came in for a quick bite. Sat at the bar and was taken care of by Michelle. Great service and it was quick. The steak was cooked a perfect medium which doesn't always happen. This location used to be a Panera, now it is Outback. I like it a lot. Very cute interior. Music may be too loud for some people but I liked it. Highly recommend coming by and visiting. Great cooks in the kitchen as well. read more

Outback Steakhouse - Steak m'as season specials - Steakhouses Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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Service was good Food was excellent sides were very good food value was good. However when I left a 20% tip on the bill as suggested by bill it turned out I was tipping on the total with tax. Bad taste in my mouth. Though it was only 1.97 difference it still irks me cus I usually check before I pay. But this time I trusted. I'll do my math next time. I can't send the receipt to yelp as I'd like to prove my point. But they can look it up by my email. Thanks. read more

I like the inside compared to the old building but the quality of food has gone down. The prices are similar to other restaurants.

Joined the online waitlist, but showed up early and they still could seat us. We were traveling from out of town and crazy hungry so the bread they brought out was extra good. Big portions and good flavors. Happy with our choice to stop here. read more

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5 Star Service and a decent Bloomin Onion and good french fries were not enough to offset 3 13 oz boneless mystery meat "ribeye" steaks. We did order them medium well without their seasoning blend (we were told it was spicy) & without the char. Decent ribeyes even USDA choice when cooked through have enough marbling to yield very flavorful tender meat. The result here was close to flavorless shoe leather. A-1 could not revive it. We pecked away 20%, paid and left. read more

I use to go to the Outback on Golf Rd. Was sad it closed. Didn't know till today that this one is now here. So happy again Great staff, atmosphere and beautiful bar. read more

Service was extremely slow for such a small place. It was good at the start then tapered off. Our server check on us maybe 3 times and we were there for approximately 2 hours. Food was good except one salad came out with no dressing and the waiter that prepared it came out and mumbled I guessing what was an apology. The staff just seemed inexperience and slow to responded to requests. read more

Outback Steakhouse is a classic! Great service, food, beer, and good time. Never been to Australia but Outback Steakhouse makes me want to go! They know how to season their food very well! Grab a Foster's Beer to set the mood! Bloomin Onion is awesome! Steaks are great! Love the wings and fully loaded baked potatoes! read more

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Unfortunately this was not a good visit. First time at their new location. Waiter was very rushed, didn't let you finish your sentence, or listen. My filet was supposed to be medium well and came out a sirloin instead and was medium. They did take that off the bill as I did not eat it and by the time they came for me to tell them, everyone else was done. They also forgot my father in laws dessert. We weren't too annoyed at this point to stay to let them know. read more

So happy to see the spinach dip appetizer is back. It's a definite must have for our family.

Stopped with the family after viewing Avatar in South Barrington's AMC. Got a $100.00 gift card for Outback, knowing we are 5, would easily have to kick in more $$$. Our Server was "Isa", she was professional, funny & enjoyed her work. Restaurant had a semi Australian vibe. We started out with cocktails: Pina Koala, lemonade, Cosmo Martini, Beer, & Strawberry Smash Tini . Appetizers were the following: Bloomin ' Onions & Shrimp. Entree's were the following: Classic Prime Rib, Ribeye, (Two) Filet Mignon, & A Half Slab of Ribs. We shared a Chocolate Thunder from Down Under. Cheers, Mangia & Bottoms Up! read more

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Today my friend and I had lunch in Merrillville, Indiana. I can't say enough positives about the service and quality of food. It was delicious. The service was great. Here are some of my observations: I am NOT a racist person, but I get tired of hearing that white people are racist, please don't stereotype. The waitress and bus lady were both people of color along with the hostess. If there was a table seated with people of color, (2 adults at one table, 2 adults and a small child at another) they received 2 loaves of bread, while my friend and I, and other white guests were served 1 loaf of bread (all 2 white adult guests at each table). I know if we asked for another loaf of bread, we would have gotten one, but it's the point. Everyone should be treated equal no matter what color they are. I asked the hostess about filling out out a survey. She wasn't aware of how to do that so went to talk to the manager. She came back and said I had to create an account. I created an account, but there is not somewhere to fill out information about my visit (at least that I could find). In addition, if you are wanting to complete a survey, wouldn't you think that the manager would want to come to check with us to see what I wanted to say? I gave it 5 stars because the service was great (the waitress even got an extra tip--never did come back to thank us) read more

Update 4 years later- service was wonderful and food was good. Mixed veggies were pretty soggy, but everything else was very tasty. read more

Outback Steakhouse - Steakhouses Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

Excellent Dining Experience. Tasty food, thoughtful service,and quiet ambiance. With my disability sometimes it is difficult. Manager Nicole made sure that my experiencel was great. Thank you to my server Erica and hostess RJ. read more

Our server was a very cheerful young lady really nice, we ordered the bloomin Onion, and their chicken parmesan bites which were tasty but I found a black hair long black hair, then the bloomin Onion was just barely warm which I don't understand because it was not very busy and she was very quick she was not a slow person she was right on, the manage was very nice and comp'd it and they brought out new ones, my son's both ordered filet and lobster tail one had a nice sear the other did not have any , also filet mignon is a very lean tender cut , these were fatty so I know from experience the difference We but a half cow every year , and I cook the filet mignon at home, what they provided was sirloin , the lobster was dry and tough. Whoever the cooks are they don't have the passion to cook steak I had the blooming chicken that was good, my husband ordered a sirloin and enjoyed it. They did take my son's off the bill and gave some cheesecake as an apology which was nice but for a steakhouse so near better steak houses they should care more about quality to compete, servers are good and manger again really nice I hope they take more time to pay attention to quality so they succeed read more

Service is very good. Food was was decent overall I ordered the prime rib outback style. It came out a little bit dry like a pot roast but my wife and daughter's food was was just fine, and my daughter loved the blooming onion would definitely go back. read more

Usually have a great experience at Outback! Menu is consistent but sometimes has new things which is nice. We got a bloomin onion, entrees, and a birthday dessert! My friend got some cinnamon old fashioned drink that came with a smoky presentation that I wish I had been quick enough to capture. Lots of table bread and prompt service. The chicken fingers aren't as good as they once were though, as a connoisseur of chicken fingers I remember when they were amazing! Photo of the cookie skillet - we loved it! read more

Outback Steakhouse - Salted Caramel Cookie Skillet** - Steakhouses Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

Good service good food value meals also well worth it New facility good atmosphere. Friendly waiters and reception people

We've been to this newer location twice now and both times we were very impressed by the excellent service we received. Our server was Erica for our last visit and she was great! Very attentive and this was on a packed Friday night. The food was good and what we expect from this type of chain restaurant - I had the Bloomin Burger, which was really good. I would highly recommend this location as both times we are there, the entire staff was great, from host to server. read more

Wow Outback. What a BIG disappointment from past experiences here. Why even offer a Valentine's Day Special for 2, when you can't even deliver on it? I feel for the staff working hard to try and salvage what they could of this failed offer but we are now trying to decide what to order, or cook, for our dinner in, when Outback Schaumburg let us down. We went to pick-up our order at the time specified and were told it would be at least another hour. So we said forget it and canceled the entire order. I'll be checking back to make sure the charge comes off my card. What a shame. But I hope they figure this out in the future before offering another special. Hopefully, a hard lesson learned, but thanks for trying anyway. read more

Outback Steakhouse - Valentine's Day FAILED SPECIAL! Don't waste your money or time! - Steakhouses Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

Recommend server Alex. My brother and I went for a birthday celebration and told the server no special occasion.Alex the server still stayed on top of game refilling drinks and checking up on us ,one of the best experiences in Outback would go again if Alex is severing that day. read more

Outback Steakhouse - 13oz Ribeye* & Choice of Shrimp recommend server Alex. - Steakhouses Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

I did not place my order until I was parked as I did not pay attention. The curbside attendant was on his J O B!! he broght my order out, saying I noticed you Allyson and saw your order placed after you got her wanted to make sure you got your food promptly. Much appreciated customer service!! read more

We've loved Outback and been going since the mid 1990s to the one in Schaumburg (Golf and Basswood). We were regulars and always enjoyed the food and entire experience. Our favorite restaurant! We've been to the new location on Plaza a few times, and have to say that each time there seems to be an issue. Today was the worst. Around noon, I used the app to put our party of three on the waitlist for an early dinner at 4:45. When we got there they said it was about a 10 min wait. At that point we were the only ones waiting. But 10 minutes later, the entryway was packed with people, and the new location doesn't have any waiting area (a small bench that seats three and two chairs). A few minutes later we were seated. The waitress took our drink orders and we asked for our favorite cheese fries appetizer. We didn't place our entrees order right away on purpose as we've had issues in the past with the appetizer arriving and the salads coming moments later. We waited for a bit and the drinks were delivered by someone else. Our waitress came by and said the cheese fries would be out soon. But they didn't come. The waitress stopped by and said they were on their way, and did we want to order the rest of our meals. Since we assumed the cheese fries were almost done, we decided to go ahead and order our entrees. Big mistake. Still no cheese fries. Then our salads arrived. Actually 4 salads arrived even though we were a party of three. We said that our appetizer had not arrived, but went ahead and ate our salads. They said the kitchen was backed up but the cheese fries should arrive soon. So we waited. All of a sudden our meals arrived -- followed immediately by our cheese fries! We ended up with a table full of food all at once!! They told us the appetizer was going to be free, but how can you enjoy the food when it all arrives at once??? In the meantime we could see at least 20-25 people now waiting to be seated by the entryway, and up the aisle by some of the booths. I'm just glad we weren't sitting over there. I do have to say that the food tasted great (with the exception of the baked potatoes which seemed slightly undercooked and a little drab). But the ambiance, the staff and the service at the old Schaumburg location were so much better than the new one! If I could rate this separately I'd give the food 4.5 stars, the service 1 star, and the ambiance 2 stars. Extremely disappointing for a $125 meal!! read more

The worst restaurant experience of my life. We ordered to go. And they got almost everything in our order wrong. Not only did we spend $130 on the food but when we called to ask them to make it right, they argued with us. They also told me that they get everything right in their restaurant. Yet I'm the one who just spent $130 on food to have it be almost all the way wrong. Even the stickers on the containers were wrong. We ordered fruit (and it said fruit on the sticker) and they put french fries in the container. Please do yourself a favor and go anywhere else but this place. In fact, go to any other outback location, but this one. read more

The service was fantastic. From the way we were greeted and walked over to our table by Eric, (he was so polite and professional) and the positive attitude of our server Yuben. His energy was great. Most young people lately I encounter in the service industry are so out of touch and these two were a breath of fresh air. Will FOR SURE come back to this location. The food was also good :) read more

Excellent service. Ordered online and my meal was ready before the scheduled time. When I got their the Manager greeted me and gave a drink while I waited. read more

I must say Outback was just delicious. The service was spot on and the waitress was very attentive. I got a half rack with broccoli and a loaded baked potato. The ribs were so tender you could literally pull the bones out and had great flavor and both the sides were great too. I would definitely go back in a minute. read more

Outback Steakhouse - 1/2 Rack w/broccoli and a loaded baked potato - Steakhouses Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

Schaumburg Outback was AWESOME !! Very Clean and the hospitality was perfect !! Molly and Michelle were the bartenders serving us. They both were very nice and made are day !! The food was very good !! Thanks for a super amazing visit !! We will be back !!! read more

Really like the new building - much better than the older one. Went with a large party for lunch & we were treated well by the staff. Plan on going there more often. read more

Great service and decent food and drinks. I recommend it. The steak was good and the drinks were good.

It's been awhile since I've been to Outback Steakhouse. I would say at least a decade or so. Not much has changed; the Bloomin' Onion is still unhealthy but freakin delicious, and the steaks are A-OK. Came here on a Thursday night and the place was not that busy. They give ya complimentary chocolate-lookin' bread to whet the appetite and start things off. I ended up ordering the 22oz bone-in ribeye, cooked medium. My friend also got the same, but his medium was definitely cooked a lot better than mine. Somewhat dry, and lacking the juicy marbling and seasoning, the steak was A-OK. The portion was good though. My entree included two sides so I got the chicken tortilla soup, which on a cold Chicago day, was perfect. It had crunchy tortilla strips on top and small tiny chunks of chicken. The sweet potato, as a second side, was good too. Overall, the service was A-OK, the steak was as well, and the experience was A-OK. At the end, it took them quite some time (around 15-minutes) to split our checks and we ended up paying not what we expected, but meh. BATHROOM REVIEW: Located near the togo section of the restaurant, the men's (or blokes as it was labeled) bathroom was decently clean. There are several urinals and stalls. The sink consisted of two sinks. Sit or squat? Squat. read more

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