Applebee's vs Texas Roadhouse: Menu Prices Compared (2026)
The short answer
Texas Roadhouse is the cheaper of the two. Of the 7 directly comparable items we could match across both menus, Texas Roadhouse is cheaper on 3 of them, by an average of $1.14 per item.
Deals Worth Knowing at Both
Applebee's
- The 2 for $25 menu — an appetizer plus two entrees — is roughly $10 below ordering the same three items separately and covers most of the popular dishes.
- The $9.99 weekday lunch combo pairs a half sandwich or salad with soup or fries and is the cheapest sit-down lunch at any national casual chain.
- Applebee's runs $1 and $5 cocktail promotions several times a year; the Dollarita in particular is the cheapest drink at any chain restaurant.
Texas Roadhouse
- Early Dine takes about $5 off a 6 oz sirloin dinner and runs until 6:00 PM on weekdays — the single largest discount at any casual-dining chain.
- Unlimited peanuts and fresh-baked rolls with cinnamon butter come free with every meal and arrive before you order.
- Every entree includes two sides, so the menu price is closer to a complete meal than at Applebee's or Chili's where sides are often extra.
Applebee's vs Texas Roadhouse — FAQ
Is Applebee's cheaper than Texas Roadhouse in 2026?
Texas Roadhouse is cheaper on most matched items — 3 of 7. Across the whole menu Texas Roadhouse is the lower-priced of the two, at $12.99 for a typical item against $15.49 at Applebee's.
What is the price difference between Applebee's and Texas Roadhouse?
On matched items the average difference is $1.14, or about 3% overall. Applebee's averages $14.56 across 42 priced items; Texas Roadhouse averages $14.99 across 47.
Which has the cheaper entry price, Applebee's or Texas Roadhouse?
Applebee's starts at $1.00 (Dollarita (limited promotion)) and Texas Roadhouse at $3.49 (Soft Drink (free refills)).
Are these prices the same at every location?
No. Both chains let franchise owners set prices, so figures move by a dollar or more between markets and run highest at airport, stadium and highway locations. Treat these as the typical U.S. price, not a quote.