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Outback Steakhouse, the home of juicy steaks, spirited drinks and Aussie hospitality. Find our location in Merrillville on Lincoln Highway across from Khols.
Steak was tender, but rest of the food was not too good. Wings were too salty, they forgot one of my sides . Restaurant was not crowded at all. Picked up order around 1:30 so maybe a few cars in the lot. Ribs were covered in sauce and extremely bland and over cooked. Tasted like sauce was just slapped on old ribs that been reheating all afternoon. Baked potato was covered in tons of salt, had to wipe it off. I will not return to this location. Shrimp was tasty but still too much salt. This location is just too heavy handed with salt.
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Michele Stroud
6 days ago
5.0
I went there not too long ago and there was a new person cooking and our steaks came out a little bit overcooked. So, the manager that was on duty helped out and cooked the other ones that came out and they were amazing! I went there today and ordered to go food and the same manager was there and she went above and beyond to make sure that our food came out wonderful… Thank you so much for your loving touch… Out of all the steakhouses in this area I will always go to Outback! Thanks again!
EE
Elizabeth
Apr 19, 2026
4.0
We recently ordered from Outback Steakhouse and overall had a really good experience!
I got the Aussie steak sandwich and honestly, it surprised me—in a good way. I’m not even an onion person, but everything about the sandwich just worked. The flavors were really well balanced and I ended up enjoying the whole thing.
My husband ordered the Blooming Burger and loved it, especially the crunchy onions on top. That seemed to be the highlight for him.
For the kids, we got a chicken tender meal with broccoli and fries to split. The broccoli was actually seasoned really well (which isn’t always the case at restaurants), so that was a nice bonus.
We also tried the Boomerang Cheese sticks, which were pretty good—but we did eat them after they cooled down a bit since we took everything to a park for a picnic before the playground. I’m sure they would’ve been even better fresh, same with the Blooming Onion. Ours lost some of that crunch because of condensation in the takeout container, but the flavor was still there.
The only thing I personally didn’t love was the Bloom Sauce. It has horseradish in it, which I’m not a fan of, so that explains it. I actually preferred the Blooming Onion with ranch instead. My husband, on the other hand, liked the sauce just fine.
Overall, we’d definitely order again—especially if we’re eating it fresh next time!
MB
Mæ Boē
Apr 10, 2026
1.0
Came in for a birthday party, and we had a reservation even with the reservation the wait was about 45 minutes which wasn’t terribly bad. I was a bit confused because it actually wasn’t that crowded for the wait to still be 45 minutes. Never the less we were seated and our waiter was amazing she was prompt, made sure we had everything, she was awesome. But the reason why I’ll never come back mind you this was my first ever time here was the food. It was awful point blank period my *medium rare steak* was dry extremely dry no blood at all charred on top I’m assuming it wasn’t burnt persay but they did not clean the grill off and it charred badly on top which made it taste burnt and extremely salty. For this to be a steak house meaning they specialize in STEAK that should be the main thing that is actually good and it was not I won’t be back.
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Angela
Apr 9, 2026
1.0
Order the wings. Called in the order at 4:58. Received a text from outback at 5:02 stating they had received my order. Got a text asking what spot I was in. Another text saying they was on their way out. Over 30 minutes. They came had to go in and pick up my order. Young lady came out I assume was the manager stating that the text I got stating my order was the was his machine generated. Got my order. All drumettes no flats. I won’t waste my time calling back. It’s a waste of time
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?
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What are the regular business hours of Outback Steakhouse in Merrillville?
Outback Steakhouse in Merrillville is open from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Thursday, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday, and 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Sunday.
Does Outback Steakhouse offer happy hour specials?
Yes, happy hour is available daily from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Merrillville location.
What types of meals does Outback Steakhouse serve?
They serve lunch, dinner, and happy hour food and drinks.
What pickup and delivery options are available at Outback Steakhouse?
They offer in-store pickup, curbside pickup, delivery, same-day delivery, and no-contact delivery options.
Is the Merrillville Outback Steakhouse family-friendly and accessible?
Yes, the restaurant welcomes families, has wheelchair-accessible parking and seating, high chairs, a unisex restroom, and a wheelchair-accessible restroom.
What payment methods does Outback Steakhouse accept?
They accept American Express, Android Pay, Apple Pay, cash, Mastercard, and Visa.
Are gluten-free menu options available at Outback Steakhouse?
Yes, they offer several gluten-free menu items. You can view them at their gluten-free menu page.
Where is Outback Steakhouse located, and what are some nearby notable places?
Outback Steakhouse is located at 1590 E Lincoln Highway in Merrillville, Indiana. It is across from Kohl's and near places such as Buddy V's Cake Slice, Chuck E. Cheese, and Costco Wholesale Merrillville.
What nearby entertainment options are available around Outback Steakhouse?
Nearby entertainment includes Chuck E. Cheese, which offers arcade games and family fun, and TGI Friday's American restaurant for additional dining options.
Where can customers shop for clothing close to Outback Steakhouse Merrillville?
Nearby clothing stores include Old Navy, dd's DISCOUNTS, DXL Big + Tall, Catherines, and Destination XL, offering a variety of apparel options.
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