Outback Steakhouse

4.4
2239 reviews

About

Steak HouseRestaurantTake Out RestaurantAmerican RestaurantAustralian RestaurantBar & GrillGluten-Free RestaurantBar
Outback Steakhouse, the home of juicy steaks, spirited drinks and Aussie hospitality. Find our location in Bloomington on the corner of Empire Street and US 66 near by the Eastland Mall and OSF St. Joseph Medical Center.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable

Location

Outback Steakhouse
1637 E Empire St., Bloomington, IL
61701, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
2,239 reviews
5 stars
1,438
4 stars
468
3 stars
165
2 stars
70
1 star
98

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality, with some praising the taste while others noted issues with over-seasoning and saltiness.

Service Excellence

Many customers highlighted exceptional service from staff, with specific mentions of attentive and friendly servers.

Cleanliness

The restaurant is frequently noted for its cleanliness and well-maintained environment.

Consistency

Several reviews mention consistent quality in food and service, indicating a reliable dining experience.

Customer Experience

Positive experiences often emphasized the welcoming atmosphere and accommodating staff, enhancing overall satisfaction.
  • FF
    Frederick
    2 days ago
    5.0
    One of the better Outback restaurants and one of the better steakhouses in Normal Bloomington area. Service is great, and they will even suggest what’s best for the day. Always nice to see that! Payment can be done on the tablet thing at the table, and receipt sent either in email or via text.
  • GC
    Glen C
    Nov 17, 2025
    5.0
    Our experience has been great everytime we,ve eaten here! Food is great, as well as the service! Atmosphere is quiet, a great to bring a date or your spouse. Very easy to have a conversation and get to know someone or gain continued knowledge of your significant other!
  • LL
    Lolly
    Nov 13, 2025
    5.0
    We visited for veterans Day. It's the first time that I have had outback steakhouse in the last 15 years. It was so good, and the waiter was awesome.
  • SB
    Scott Broeker
    Nov 11, 2025
    5.0
    Veterans Day Lunch at Outback Today I went to Outback for Veterans Day. We arrived around 11:45 and it wasn’t crowded yet, so we were seated quickly. Our server, David, did a fantastic job — he was attentive and kept our teas filled the entire time. It seemed like the kitchen was a bit overwhelmed, but I wasn’t in any rush. When the food came out, everything was great! We started with the Trio Appetizer, which I highly recommend — it’s the perfect amount to sample a few things without getting too full before your meal. For my entrée, I had the Cactus Blossom Fried Chicken with mashed potatoes, and it was delicious. David continued to check in and made sure we had everything we needed. I even got dessert to go since I was comfortably full by the end. Thank you, Outback, for a great meal and for honoring our veterans!
  • JS
    John Sayles
    Nov 11, 2025
    5.0
    Went there, last year, and only now thought to write a review. It was great !

Frequently Asked Questions About Outback Steakhouse

Where can I find information on gluten-free menu items?

We can recommend several items on our menu specifically for gluten intolerance. Please [click here](https://www.outback.com/nutrition/gluten\-free) to view our gluten\-free menu

Where can I earn dine rewards?

Visit Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba's Italian Grill, Bonefish Grill and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse \& Wine Bar participating locations.