Denny's vs Texas Roadhouse: Menu Prices Compared (2026)
The short answer
Denny's is the cheaper of the two. Of the 5 directly comparable items we could match across both menus, Denny's is cheaper on 4 of them, by an average of $2.98 per item.
Deals Worth Knowing at Both
Denny's
- The $5.99 Everyday Value Slam is the cheapest sit-down breakfast at any national chain — two pancakes, an egg and meat.
- Build Your Own Grand Slam at $12.49 gives four items; ordering the same four à la carte typically costs $4 to $6 more.
- The 55+ menu takes roughly $2 to $3 off the standard versions of the same dishes for guests 55 and older.
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.
Denny's vs Texas Roadhouse — FAQ
Is Denny's cheaper than Texas Roadhouse in 2026?
Denny's is cheaper on most matched items — 4 of 5. Across the whole menu Texas Roadhouse is the lower-priced of the two, at $12.99 for a typical item against $13.29 at Denny's.
What is the price difference between Denny's and Texas Roadhouse?
On matched items the average difference is $2.98, or about 18% overall. Denny's averages $12.28 across 41 priced items; Texas Roadhouse averages $14.99 across 47.
Which has the cheaper entry price, Denny's or Texas Roadhouse?
Denny's starts at $3.49 (Coffee (bottomless)) 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.