A steakhouse, founded in 1981 in the United States, is set to launch in the Philippines this month.
LongHorn Steakhouse, with its first location in Atlanta, Georgia, is the latest addition to The Bistro Group’s growing restaurant roster. The group’s portfolio of local and international brands now totals 26, with 225 stores nationwide.
The group announced that LongHorn will open in Shangri-La Plaza Mall’s Streetscape this March.
“As we pursue our business growth objective of vigorously opening new concepts, we express
our enthusiasm over the forthcoming launch of LongHorn Steakhouse this March,” Jean Paul Manuud, The Bistro Group president, said.
“We are thrilled to expand our relationship with The Bistro Group through the opening of LongHorn Steakhouse here in the Philippines,” Brad Smith, president of Darden Franchising, said.
What to expect
With a tagline “You Can’t Fake Steak,” Filipino steak lovers and casual diners can expect high-quality cuts with one-of-a-kind propriety seasonings prepared by grill masters.
Its menu features the following legendary steaks:
- the bone-in Outlaw Ribeye® – well-marbled, fire-grilled
- Flo’s Filet® – exceptionally tender, center cut with signature seasoning.
- New York Strip — thick cut and fire-grilled, a steakhouse classic.
- Fire-Grilled T-Bone — Bold flavor of a strip with the tenderness of a filet
Beyond steaks, it would also offer a variety of fresh salads, shareable appetizers and signature sides.
The menu also features fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs, Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Bourbon-marinated Grilled Salmon, and Hand-breaded Chicken Tenders.
For those with a sweet tooth, the steakhouse offers desserts, including the famous Chocolate Stampede.
Guests can complement the dining experience with a range of margarita and other hand-crafted cocktails, wine or draft beer from LongHorn’s full bar.
Manuud said LongHorn’s “unrelenting passion and uncompromising standards” with its offerings resonates with Bistro’s dedication to its customers.
“While some take shortcuts and cut corners, at LongHorn, they do things the right way because that is what great steak deserves and, more important, it’s their guests deserve. Together, we can create an impact on the local market which, we believe, is ripe for LongHorn Steakhouse,” he said.
Smith, on the other hand, said that Filipinos will love the steakhouse’s “boldly seasoned and expertly grilled steaks paired with delicious sides and refreshing beverages.”
LongHorn currently has more than 590 branches worldwide and is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
— Rosette Adel
