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Outback Gluten-Free – Are They Great For Celiacs?

If you’re a celiac hungry for meat, let’s discover the Outback gluten-free menu, from Aussie‑Tizers to steaks, seafood, sides & treats to quench your hunger!

Eating out as a celiac can often feel like navigating a minefield, especially when you’re eating out in a steakhouse famed for its Bloomin’ Onion and garlic toast.

Yet, it turns out that there’s a lot that you can get from the Outback gluten-free menu, and over the past few years alone, Outback Steakhouse has been one of the most celiac and gluten-friendly places to dine at! 👏

Outback Steakhouse has offered a dedicated ‘Gluten-Friendly Menu’ for over a decade, crafted by registered dietitians to include salads, steaks, chicken, seafood, ribs, veggies, and even their famed Chocolate Thunder dessert!

So, if you, a fellow celiac, have felt alienated by most casual dining places and their meager celiac-safe menus, Outback Steakhouse has a seat just for you!

Nevertheless, not everything is included in the Outback gluten-free menu, so let’s dissect their entire menu apart, and see which ones are safe for celiacs… And which ones you should avoid like the plague.

From burgers to seafood and soups, let’s fire up the grill and look at everything you need to know about Outback Steakhouse and its awesome gluten-free meals. 🔥🥩🍔

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Disclaimer

On their website, you can find the Outback gluten-free menu, which was developed alongside Registered Dietitians (RDs), in collaboration with the brand’s culinary team.

Of course, it’s nice to know that they have a specialized ‘Gluten-Friendly Menu’ for celiacs like me to order from, but do bear in mind that all food at Outback Steakhouse is prepared in a shared kitchen. 👩‍🍳

In fact, Outback Steakhouse openly mentions and warns you about the unavoidable risks of cross-contamination, so super-sensitive celiacs should still be wary.

Here is what they have to say to celiacs, if you’re dining out at Outback Steakhouse, as per the official Gluten‑Free Menu PDF file:

Food is prepared in a common kitchen with the risk of gluten exposure. We cannot guarantee any menu item is completely free of gluten.

When placing your order, please let your server know you are ordering a gluten‑free menu item.

FDA regulations define ‘gluten‑free’ as containing less than 20 ppm gluten. It is possible that some individuals may be sensitive to levels below this amount. If you have any concerns, please consult your healthcare provider.

Outback Steakhouse’s FAQs emphasize that, although their RDs and chefs take hand-washing, glove‑changing, and clean‑equipment protocols pretty seriously, they do not have dedicated gluten‑free kitchens. 🖐🧼🔪

During normal service, they mentioned that “individual foods may come into contact with one another due to shared cooking and preparation areas,” so being 100% celiac-safe and gluten-free can’t be assured. ⚠️

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Outback Steakhouse Allergen Policy (Gluten-Free)

Speaking of, if you want to read up more on the Outback gluten-free policies, you should check out their Gluten-Friendly Menu FAQs right here. Plus, on the Outback Steakhouse website, you could also find, peer through, and download the complete Outback gluten-free menu.

This will give you a way better idea of what is and isn’t safe to order at Outback Steakhouse. 🔎

Aside from that, if you need even more in-depth data on specific allergens, Outback Steakhouse has a complete Allergens Information PDF file. Here, they’ll list each individual menu item, with some insight into what allergens each one might contain, such as milk, eggs, fish, nuts, and lots more.

I’d suggest downloading this and keeping it close by when you’re ordering. 📃

Speaking of, for an even broader view of the nutritional information for each and every single Outback Steakhouse menu item, they also have a complete Nutrition Information PDF file, too.

If I had to give Outback Steakhouse a score out of 10 for how celiac-friendly they are, it’d be a 10 out of 10, especially with how much readily available information there is! ℹ👍

Still, do remember that no matter how celiac-friendly and gluten-free Outback Steakhouse can try to be, bear in mind that everything is prepped in a shared kitchen environment.

So, there is still a risk of cross-contamination! If you’re a super-sensitive celiac, make sure you don’t take any risks, and let the Outback Steakhouse staff know about your dietary restrictions! 🥩

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Appetizers

I know I was just praising how celiac-friendly and gluten-free Outback Steakhouse’s menu was in general, but we’re not 100% in the clear just yet.

First up, there are the appetizers, and while Outback’s starters are legendary—think crispy blooms and cheesy bites—celiacs have just one safe option among this lineup.

Here’s how it stacks up in my Outback gluten-free list:

❌ Garlic Parm Chicken Bites
❌ 3 Cheese Steak Dip
❌ Fried Mozzarella Bloomerangs
❌ Bloomin’ Onion
❌ Bloomin’ Fried Shrimp
❌ Aussie Cheese Fries
❌ Kookaburra Wings
⚠️ Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie
❌ Sydney Shrooms
❌ Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp

So, let’s break this down and figure out why most of these appetizers aren’t safe for celiacs:

Garlic Parm Chicken Bites: Bite-sized chicken tossed in a wheat-based breading and loads of garlic-parm coating. However, this contains enriched flour, so avoid it if you’re a celiac.

3 Cheese Steak Dip: Creamy blend of cheeses and seared steak served with toasted bread or tortilla chips. Alas, they both carry gluten, so it’s off‑limits for us celiacs.

Fried Mozzarella Bloomerangs: Sticks of mozzarella cheese dipped in a wheat batter, which is then fried until golden. Just like those Chicken Bites, there’s no option for gluten‑free batter.

Bloomin’ Onion: The iconic onion petals are dredged in seasoned wheat flour and deep‑fried. Sure, it’s delicious, but it’s totally unsuitable for celiacs, and isn’t gluten-free.

Bloomin’ Fried Shrimp: Shrimp coated in a crispy wheat‑based breading. This contains gluten, even though it’s seafood, owing to that non-gluten-free breading.

Aussie Cheese Fries: Fries topped with Monterey Jack, Cheddar, bacon, and green onions. This is then cooked in fryers shared with those bloomin’ petals, so cross‑contact makes them unsafe for sensitive celiacs.

Kookaburra Wings: Chicken wings tossed in a wheat‑flour batter before frying. Unfortunately, no gluten‑friendly version is available for this one.

Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie: Jumbo shrimp seasoned and grilled, served with rémoulade. This is the only Outback gluten-free appetizer, but only when ordered without the garlic toast!

Sydney Shrooms: Button mushrooms battered in wheat flour and fried. This means it contains gluten, and it also shares fryers with other breaded items.

Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp: Shrimp dipped in rice flour and coconut batter, and then fried. As the batter contains wheat flour, it’s not safe for celiacs.

All other starters use wheat-based batters or share fryers with breaded dishes. This otherwise makes 100% “true” gluten‑free service impossible. If you need an appetizer before your steak, stick with the Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie, and be sure to remind staff of your celiac needs to help minimize cross-contamination. Not a good start, but there’s more! 🍤🦐

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Signature Steaks

Alright, here comes the steaks, and how we’re talking! Outback Steakhouse’s signature steaks are the heart of the menu… Each cut is seasoned with gluten‑friendly spices and grilled to your preference.

Do bear in mind, however, that while all these steaks listed here contain no wheat ingredients, they’re cooked on shared grills and prepped alongside non-gluten-free dishes.

To reduce cross-contamination risks, remember to ask the Outback staff for some fresh gloves and a wiped‑down cooking surface!

If you’re careful enough, these delectable and juicy steaks easily make it into my Outback gluten-free list. 🍖🥩

✅ Victoria’s Barrel‑Cut Filet Mignon
✅ Outback Center‑Cut Sirloin
✅ Ribeye
✅ Classic Prime Rib
✅ Bone‑In Ribeye
✅ Melbourne Porterhouse
✅ Chimichurri Filet

Let’s break each bite of steak down, one by one, to see how they compare, gluten-wise:

Victoria’s Barrel‑Cut Filet Mignon: A tender, very lean cut that’s then seasoned simply with salt and pepper, which is then grilled. Nutrition-wise, it ranges from 380 to 530 calories depending on the size, and it uses no gluten‑containing ingredients!

Outback Center‑Cut Sirloin: A hearty, USDA Choice sirloin seasoned with gluten‑friendly spices. The portion sizes span 370–600 calories, and no wheat is used in its seasoning or cooking, which makes it celiac-friendly.

Ribeye: This well‑marbled 13-oz steak clocks in at around 970 calories, seasoned and grilled, with zero wheat in the marinade or rub, making it gluten-free.

Classic Prime Rib: Slow‑roasted and hand‑cut, served au jus on the side. You could also order without au jus to keep it strictly gluten-free (1140 / 1520 calories).

Bone‑In Ribeye: An 18-oz center‑cut choice ribeye on the bone, delivering 910 calories of rich, beefy flavor. It’s been seasoned simply to avoid gluten additives.

Melbourne Porterhouse: A generous 22-oz steak combining filet and strip, with roughly 660 calories per portion, then seasoned with Outback’s gluten‑friendly blend.

Chimichurri Filet: Tender filet medallions seared rare, topped with a bright chimichurri sauce and Bloomin’ Petals. At 1070 calories, this newcomer to their menu uses no wheat ingredients in the sauce or preparation, making it celiac-safe.

All steak seasonings are crafted to be gluten‑friendly by Outback’s Registered Dietitians and culinary team. However, you should remember to always request a clean grill spot and fresh cooking utensils to reduce cross‑contact and contamination risk. 🔥🥩

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Steak Combos

Now, if a singular steak isn’t enough to satiate your hunger, then Outback’s Steak Combos pair your favorite cut with a protein of your choice.

For a totally celiac-safe meal, you could also ask that you’re served without the garlic toast, and then include one steakhouse potato and a side.

This is by far my favorite part of the Outback gluten-free menu! 🥩🍤🍟

Nevertheless, it’s worth being a tiny bit paranoid, especially if you’re a sensitive celiac like me! While most of these combos easily make it into Outback’s Gluten‑Friendly Menu, some haven’t qualified, so do be careful when you’re ordering, and avoid them if you’re a celiac:

✅ Sirloin & Grilled Shrimp
✅ Sirloin & Ribs
✅ Sirloin & Grilled Chicken
✅ Sirloin & Alice Springs Chicken
✅ Ribeye & Grilled Shrimp
✅ Filet Mignon & Lobster
❌ Sirloin & Coconut Shrimp

So, let’s see how they stack up in my Outback gluten-free list:

Sirloin & Grilled Shrimp: USDA Choice sirloin paired with herb‑grilled shrimp. Both proteins are free of wheat, and garlic toast is omitted by default, so it should be pretty safe for celiacs.

Sirloin & Ribs: Lean sirloin with smoked ribs brushed in tangy, gluten‑friendly BBQ sauce. Still, remember to remind staff to use clean tongs on the ribs to minimize cross‑contact.

Sirloin & Grilled Chicken: Sirloin steak plus a wood‑fire grilled chicken breast. Neither contains wheat ingredients, but to be extra safe, you can request a fresh grill spot.

Sirloin & Alice Springs Chicken: Sirloin, then paired with bacon‑topped, honey‑mustard‑sauced chicken. The honey mustard and bacon are gluten-free, but always ask for clean prep surfaces to be doubly sure!

Ribeye & Grilled Shrimp: A marbled 13-oz ribeye with grilled shrimp. These are then seasoned simply without any gluten, but they do share the grill with other items. That said, you can ask the Outback staff to prep a clean grill.

Filet Mignon & Lobster: Petite filet medallions with steamed lobster tails. Both are gluten-free by ingredient, but make sure to ask for separate steaming from non-gluten-free items.

Sirloin & Coconut Shrimp: Outback’s coconut shrimp, as I mentioned earlier in the appetizers section, are breaded and not part of the steak combos, making this pairing unsafe for celiacs.

Ah, before we move on, remember that all combos come with your choice of potato and side. To be celiac-safe, only stick to gluten-free sides, such as baked or sweet potato, veggies, and asparagus, as well as Outback’s mashed potatoes.

And, remember to skip items like chili and croutons on salads, as these won’t be gluten-free. 🥔🍠🥗

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Chicken, Ribs, and More

Another relatively bright spot in the Outback gluten-free menu is their chicken and ribs section.

Here, you’ll find tons of comfort‑food pastas, hand‑held chicken dishes, and their famous ribs. However, you should be a bit wary if you’re a fellow celiac like me, as only some of these are gluten-free, while others rely on wheat‑based batters or sauces. 🍗🍝

✅ Outback Ribs
✅ Grilled Chicken on the Barbie
✅ Alice Springs Chicken
❌ Queensland Chicken & Shrimp Pasta
❌ Kingsland Pasta
❌ Bloomin’ Fried Chicken
❌ Caramel Mustard Glazed Pork Chops
❌ Chicken Tender Platter

Now, let’s take a closer look at why some of these aren’t safe for celiacs:

Queensland Chicken & Shrimp Pasta: A creamy Alfredo‑style pasta with chicken and shrimp. However, it contains wheat flour in the fettuccine and a roux‑based sauce, thus making it not gluten‑friendly.

Kingsland Pasta: Steakhouse pasta with grilled sirloin, shrimp, and the same creamy Alfredo. Once again, we find traditional wheat‑based fettuccine, which should be off‑limits for celiacs.

Alice Springs Chicken: Wood‑fire grilled chicken topped with mushrooms, some bacon, Jack & Cheddar cheeses, and honey mustard sauce. There’s no wheat in the preparation, and it ought to remain gluten‑friendly when ordered without sides that contain gluten.

Bloomin’ Fried Chicken: Hand‑breaded chicken breast tossed in a seasoned wheat batter and fried to golden perfection. While it’s absolutely delicious, it remains unsafe for any gluten‑free diners, due to the breading.

Caramel Mustard Glazed Pork Chops: Pork chops finished with a sweet‑tangy glaze that does contain wheat‑based thickeners. This glaze renders the dish unsuitable for celiacs like me.

Outback Ribs: Slow‑cooked pork ribs brushed with Outback’s signature barbecue sauce, which is gluten‑friendly. The ribs are inherently wheat‑free, but make sure to confirm that the server and kitchen staff are using fresh tongs and a clean prep area.

Grilled Chicken on the Barbie: Simply seasoned chicken breast grilled over wood fire, served with a side of BBQ sauce. There’s no wheat used in the chicken or sauce, so it’s a pretty easy gluten-free pick.

Chicken Tender Platter: Strips of chicken breast hand‑breaded in wheat flour and deep‑fried. While this sounds incredibly tempting, it’s not gluten‑friendly, thanks to that breading, once again.

Again, here’s your friendly reminder that every gluten‑friendly entrée still shares kitchens and grills with wheat‑based dishes.

It’s a good idea to inform your server of your celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, ask for fresh gloves, clean cooking surfaces, and double-check any sauces or marinades before you order. 👩‍🍳🍽

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Seafood

If you like seafood and you’re looking through the Outback gluten-free menu, here’s some bit of great news… Outback Steakhouse’s seafood lineup is surprisingly celiac‑friendly!

All of their seafood dishes contain no wheat ingredients, and they’re even featured on Outback’s Gluten-Friendly Menu. Just be sure to be wary of any cross-contamination! 🦞

⚠️ Seared Peppered Ahi
✅ Toowoomba Salmon
✅ Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie
✅ Perfectly Grilled Salmon
✅ Steamed Lobster Tails

For a bit more context, let’s look at how Outback makes its seafood dishes gluten-free:

Seared Peppered Ahi: Ahi tuna steak is seasoned with garlic‑pepper rub and seared rare. No wheat in the seasoning or prep, but you should ideally skip the wasabi‑soy drizzle to keep it 100% gluten-free.

Toowoomba Salmon: Perfectly grilled salmon topped with shrimp, garlic butter, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Contains zero wheat, and the buttery topping is also gluten-free! I’d suggest that you ask the Outback staff to confirm that they use clean tongs.

Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie: Six jumbo shrimp brushed with signature herb blend, wood‑fire grilled, and served with gluten‑friendly rémoulade. There’s no flour in the preparation, but do request a clean grill spot when you’re ordering.

Perfectly Grilled Salmon: A moist salmon filet seasoned simply and grilled, accompanied by a side of gluten-free rémoulade. There are no gluten ingredients, although they’re cooked on the same grill as non-gluten-free items. So, remember to ask for a clean prep area.

Steamed Lobster Tails: Two cold‑water lobster tails steamed and served with drawn butter. It should naturally just be gluten-free, so long as you remember to request that they steam these separately from any battered or breaded items.

This is a good time for me to remind you that even gluten‑friendly and celiac-safe items could pick up traces of gluten in a shared kitchen. Remember to let your servers know that you have celiac, and ask them nicely for fresh gloves and clean cooking surfaces.

Personally, I make it a habit to verify any sauces or toppings before digging in, and I think you should, too! 🦞

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Burgers & Sandwiches

For all their celiac-centric policies, you’d be shocked to know that Outback Steakhouse doesn’t feature any gluten-free bread. This means that their entire burger menu isn’t celiac-safe, given that they’re all built on wheat‑based buns or batters, making them unsuitable for celiacs.

So, if you’re a celiac, I’d recommend skipping this entire section of their menu and then opting for grilled proteins with naturally gluten‑free sides instead. Still, let’s see what kind of burgers you could’ve ordered from Outback Steakhouse if they were gluten-free. 🍔

❌ Fried Buttermilk Chicken Sammie
❌ The Outbacker Burger
❌ The Bloomin’ Burger

Let’s break down each burger one by one to see why they’re not safe for celiacs:

Fried Buttermilk Chicken Sammie: Hand‑breaded, buttermilk‑marinated chicken on a toasted wheat bun with ranch, lettuce, pickles, tomato, and onion. The bun has enriched wheat flour, and the chicken is fried in shared fryers, so it’s definitely off‑limits for celiacs.

The Outbacker Burger: A juicy Angus beef patty with American cheese on a toasted wheat bun. According to Outback’s allergen tables, the bun and patty prep contain wheat, milk, and soy. In other news, no gluten-free substitute or alternative is available at Outback.

The Bloomin’ Burger: Angus beef topped with Bloomin’ Onion petals, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and Burger Sauce on a wheat bun. Both the petals and bun use wheat flour, and cross-contact is inevitable in the fryer and toaster. You should avoid this if you have celiac disease.

All in all, it’s a shame that Outback Steakhouse doesn’t offer gluten‑free buns or sandwiches, and I won’t be adding this to my Outback gluten-free list anytime soon. 🙁

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Entrée Salads

On the other hand, Outback’s entrée salads are hearty bowls of greens topped with premium proteins, and with the exception of a slight risk of cross-contamination, they’re pretty safe for celiacs!

If you’re super-sensitive, though, don’t worry, as you could always ask the server and kitchen staff to avoid shared prep lines. 🥗🥖

And, while you’re there, remember to skip the croutons! They’re not included by default, but it is always better to be safe than sorry. Another tip, if you’re ordering salads, you could also ask for dressings on the side to keep better control over individual ingredients, just in case:

⚠️ Aussie Cobb Salad
⚠️ Brisbane Caesar Salad
⚠️ Steakhouse Salad

So, let’s take a closer peek at these salads:

Aussie Cobb Salad: Mixed greens topped with tomato, bacon, chopped egg, Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheeses, and grilled chicken. There aren’t any wheat ingredients used here, making it pretty safe when ordered without croutons and with dressings on the side.

Brisbane Caesar Salad: Romaine lettuce tossed in gluten‑friendly Caesar dressing, finished with Parmesan and your choice of grilled chicken or shrimp. You should, of course, skip the croutons (they’re not included by default on the Outback gluten-free menu) to make sure that it properly stays gluten‑free.

Steakhouse Salad: Seared center‑cut sirloin served over mixed greens with Aussie Crunch, some tomatoes, red onions, green onions, cinnamon pecans, Blue Cheese crumbles, and Danish Blue Cheese Vinaigrette. Again, there’s no wheat in any of the toppings or dressing, though some of those pecans are processed in facilities handling wheat.

As relatively safe as they might be, these salads do still contain a bit of cross-contact and some contamination risk. It’ll depend on how sensitive you are, but it’s a good idea to let your server and the kitchen staff know about your gluten sensitivity and celiac disease. 👩‍🍳

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Soups & Side Salads

Outback’s soups and side salads offer a mix of gluten-friendly and gluten-containing options. While some of these items could be modified to accommodate gluten sensitivities, others are best avoided entirely due to their ingredients or preparation methods. Here’s what I mean by this:

✅ Tasmanian Chili
❌ Baked Potato Soup
❌ French Onion Soup
⚠️ House Side Salad
⚠️ Caesar Side Salad
❌ Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Side Salad
⚠️ Classic Blue Cheese Wedge Side Salad

Now, with that said, let’s break these soups and side salads bit by bit to learn more:

Tasmanian Chili: This hearty, all-steak chili contains no beans and is naturally gluten-free. However, it’s usually prepared in a shared kitchen, so there’s a risk of cross-contact. Some caution is therefore recommended.

Baked Potato Soup: While the primary ingredients are gluten-free, the soup may be thickened with flour, and there’s definitely a risk of cross-contamination during preparation. I can’t really recommend this for anyone with celiac disease.

French Onion Soup: This soup contains wheat-based ingredients like flour for thickening and is topped with bread, making it unsuitable for gluten-sensitive folks like me.

House Side Salad: Comes with mixed greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, and croutons. To make it gluten-friendly, make sure that you ask for one without croutons, and remember to choose a gluten-free dressing.

Caesar Side Salad: Features romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and croutons tossed in Caesar dressing. Omit the croutons and verify the dressing’s ingredients to make sure that it’s totally gluten-free.

Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Side Salad: Includes mixed greens, shredded carrots, red cabbage, green onions, cinnamon pecans, Aussie Crunch, and Blue Cheese vinaigrette topped with Blue Cheese crumbles. The Aussie Crunch does contain wheat, so I’m afraid it’s a no-go for celiacs.

Classic Blue Cheese Wedge Side Salad: A wedge of iceberg lettuce topped with chopped bacon, grape tomatoes, red onions, Blue Cheese dressing, Blue Cheese crumbles, and a balsamic glaze. It should be safe, but I’d recommend double-checking and verifying that dressing and glaze to be sure that they’re gluten-free.

Again, remember that Outback Steakhouse doesn’t operate a gluten-free kitchen, so there’s a risk of cross-contact and contamination. Still, as long as you remind the server and the kitchen staff, they’ll be more than happy to take extra precautions. 🍽👩‍🍳

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Freshly Made Sides

Outback Steakhouse also offers a huge variety of sides, some of which are suitable for gluten-sensitive folks like me! However, with that aforementioned risk of cross-contamination, they’d instead list these meals as ‘gluten-friendly’ instead of ‘gluten-free’.

Still, depending on just how sensitive you are, these are still worth adding to my Outback gluten-free list:

✅ Homestyle Mashed Potatoes
✅ Dressed Baked Potato
✅ Loaded Mashed Potatoes
✅ Asparagus
✅ Sweet Potato with Honey & Brown Sugar
✅ Fresh Steamed Seasonal Veggies
❌ Aussie Fries
❌ Seasoned Rice
❌ Steakhouse Mac & Cheese

Now, let’s break down each side:

Homestyle Mashed Potatoes: These creamy mashed potatoes are considered gluten-friendly. However, they are prepared in a shared kitchen, so cross-contact is possible.

Dressed Baked Potato: A fluffy baked potato topped with butter, sour cream, bacon, Monterey Jack, Cheddar cheese, and chives. This side itself should be gluten-friendly, but always confirm and double-check with your server.

Loaded Mashed Potatoes: Mashed potatoes topped with some cheese and bacon. This side is considered gluten-friendly, but always verify with the server, especially if you’re very sensitive to gluten.

Asparagus: Fresh asparagus spears. To be extra, extra safe, you could order them without butter to ensure that they’re gluten-friendly.

Sweet Potato with Honey & Brown Sugar: A baked sweet potato topped with honey butter and brown sugar. This side is gluten-friendly, but you’d be wise to make sure that there’s no cross-contact and contamination during preparation.

Fresh Steamed Seasonal Veggies: A mix of steamed vegetables. But, to make sure that they are gluten-friendly, you could request them without any added seasonings or butter.

Aussie Fries: These fries are not considered gluten-free due to the risk of cross-contamination in shared fryers and potential gluten-containing seasonings. As such, you’d best avoid these if you are a celiac.

Seasoned Rice: This rice pilaf, unfortunately, contains gluten and is not suitable for those with gluten sensitivities or celiacs like yours truly.

Steakhouse Mac & Cheese: This dish contains wheat and is not gluten-free, so you should try and order something else from their menu instead.

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Kids Menu

If you’re bringing your kids over to your local Outback Steakhouse, then great news! They are now offering a variety of kid-friendly meals. The bad news: if your kid is a celiac or has a lot of gluten sensitivity, then your options are pretty limited.

Still, you’re not completely without gluten-free dishes, so let’s see what your children could enjoy instead. 👶

⚠️ Grilled Chicken on the Barbie (5 oz)
⚠️ Joey Sirloin (5 oz)
✅ Kids Fruit
❌ Chicken Fingers
❌ Grilled Cheese-A-Roo
❌ Boomerang Cheeseburger
❌ Mac ‘A’ Roo ‘N Cheese
❌ Kids Aussie Fries
❌ Spotted Dog Sundae

Let’s now break down each kid’s meal one by one to see what they’re made of:

Grilled Chicken on the Barbie (5 oz): A lean, grilled chicken breast without seasoning. This item is considered gluten-friendly when ordered without butter. So, remember to omit the butter if your kid is a sensitive celiac.

Joey Sirloin (5 oz): A petite sirloin steak cooked to order. Naturally gluten-free when prepared without butter or seasoning. So, once again, remember to make it clear to your server and the kitchen staff not to include the butter.

Kids Fruit: A side of fresh fruit, typically consisting of seasonal selections. Naturally gluten-free and an overall pretty safe choice for children with gluten sensitivities.​

Chicken Fingers: Breaded and fried, these do contain wheat and are not suitable for celiacs. If your child is sensitive to gluten, avoid this at all costs!

Grilled Cheese-A-Roo: Made with wheat bread and cheese, this item contains traces of gluten, so it’s another dish worth avoiding.

Boomerang Cheeseburger: Served on a traditional bun, just like Outback Steakhouse’s other adult-sized burgers from earlier, which means that it contains gluten.​

Mac ‘A’ Roo ‘N Cheese: Pasta-based dish that contains wheat, which isn’t gluten-free, and no gluten-free alternative is available.

Kids Aussie Fries: While potatoes are naturally gluten-free, these fries are cooked in shared fryers, posing a high risk of cross-contact with gluten-containing items.​​ I’d suggest avoiding them altogether, just to be extra safe.

Spotted Dog Sundae: This dessert includes ice cream topped with chocolate sauce and Oreo cookie crumbles, which do contain gluten.​

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Desserts

Whether you’re an adult or a kid, it’s always nice to end a meal with some indulgent cakes and desserts. Outback Steakhouse offers a decent selection of nice desserts, but for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease, your options are quite limited, I’m afraid.

Right now, they only have a singular dessert that could fit into my Outback gluten-free list. 🍰🎂

✅ Chocolate Thunder from Down Under
❌ Triple-Layer Carrot Cake
❌ Salted Caramel Cookie Skillet
❌ New York-Style Cheesecake

Now, let’s see what makes some of these dessert items not friendly to celiacs like me:

Chocolate Thunder from Down Under: A decadent flourless chocolate pecan brownie topped with rich vanilla ice cream, drizzled with warm chocolate sauce, and finished with chocolate shavings and whipped cream. Best of all, this dessert was made to be gluten-friendly!

Triple-Layer Carrot Cake: This moist carrot cake is layered with cream cheese frosting and topped with chopped pecans. It contains wheat flour, making it unsuitable for celiacs and anyone sensitive to gluten.

Salted Caramel Cookie Skillet: A warm salted caramel cookie baked in a skillet and topped with vanilla ice cream. This dessert contains wheat and is definitely not gluten-free!

New York-Style Cheesecake: A classic cheesecake served with your choice of raspberry or chocolate sauce. The crust contains wheat, rendering it unsuitable for a gluten-free diet.

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Beverages

To help quench your thirst, Outback Steakhouse offers a huge variety of beverages. All of the drinks offered are gluten-free, but it’s still worth being a tiny bit paranoid, as Outback Steakhouse doesn’t operate a completely gluten-free kitchen. 🍸🍹

✅ Mock Crock
✅ Coca-Cola Products
✅ Dr. Pepper
✅ San Pellegrino – Sparkling
✅ Acqua Panna
⚠️ Gold Peak Sweetened Iced Tea
✅ Gold Peak Unsweetened Iced Tea
✅ Lemonade
✅ Aussie Palmer
✅ Strawberry Lemonade
✅ Kiwi Strawberry Lemonade
✅ Iced Tea – Gallon
⚠️ Sweet Tea – Gallon
✅ Lemonade – Gallon
✅ Gold Peak Coffee

Just to make absolutely sure these are safe, let’s break them down a bit further:

Mock Crock: This non-alcoholic beverage option is gluten-free and doesn’t contain any common allergens, so it’s safe for celiacs.

Coca-Cola Products: All Coca-Cola beverages are gluten-free and free from common allergens, making them a safe choice for anyone with gluten sensitivity.

Dr. Pepper: A popular soft drink that is naturally gluten-free and free from common allergens.

San Pellegrino – Sparkling: This sparkling mineral water is naturally gluten-free and contains no allergens, making it safe for those with gluten sensitivities.

Acqua Panna: A natural spring water that’s gluten-free and allergen-free, suitable for celiacs.

Gold Peak Sweetened Iced Tea: This iced tea is gluten-free, though it contains some added sweeteners, so it’s best to check if you’re avoiding any specific ingredients.

Gold Peak Unsweetened Iced Tea: A gluten-free iced tea without added sweeteners, making it a safe option for celiacs and those watching their sugar intake.

Lemonade: This sweetened lemon-flavored beverage is gluten-free and free from common allergens, so it’s safe for celiacs.

Aussie Palmer: A mix of iced tea and lemonade, this refreshing drink is gluten-free and free from common allergens.

Strawberry Lemonade: Gluten-free and free from allergens, this fruity twist on classic lemonade is safe for those with gluten sensitivities.

Kiwi Strawberry Lemonade: A combination of kiwi and strawberry with lemonade, this drink is gluten-free and free from common allergens.

Iced Tea – Gallon: A gallon-sized serving of iced tea, which is naturally gluten-free and free from common allergens.

Sweet Tea – Gallon: A gallon-sized serving of sweetened iced tea, which is also gluten-free, but it does contain some added sweeteners.

Lemonade – Gallon: A gallon-sized serving of lemonade, which is gluten-free and free from common allergens.

Gold Peak Coffee: This brewed coffee is naturally gluten-free and doesn’t contain common allergens, so it’s safe for those following a gluten-free diet.

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To Sum Up

All in all, there are a ton of Outback gluten-free dishes that you could safely order.

However, if you want to be even more sure that your celiac isn’t going to flare up, I applaud that Outback Steakhouse has its Gluten‑Friendly Menu, with a surprising breadth of safe choices, from the brand’s iconic Grilled Shrimp and big‑bowl salads to prime steaks, seafood, sides, and more!

And, of course, their steaks and steak combos, one of Australia’s greatest gifts to the world, are celiac-safe and gluten-free, too!

Nonetheless, remember that despite the many celiac-friendly policies and dishes that you can find at Outback Steakhouse, all crafted with care by their RDs, without a totally gluten-free kitchen, there’s always that risk of cross-contamination. ❗

Still, there are ways that you can mitigate the risk of cross-contact with non-gluten-free menu items, and here are some of my top tips:

• Order during off‑peak hours and call ahead to inform the staff that you’re a celiac and have specific dietary needs.
• Ask the kitchen staff for fresh gloves and wiped‑down grills or utensils before cooking your meal to prevent cross-contamination.
• Skip breaded and roux‑thickened items (Bloomin’ Onion, Aussie Fries, and Tasmanian Chili, unless it’s been verified) and hold off on croutons on salads.
• Check the Outback Steakhouse’s Gluten-Friendly Menu (which I’ve linked out to earlier in that PDF file), and keep an eye out on their website for any updates.

With these tips and hacks in mind, you too could enjoy some of Outback’s hearty steaks and a bit of that Aussie flair without playing Russian roulette with gluten. 🥩💪

In the meantime, remember to stay tuned to Great Without Gluten for more celiac‑friendly dining guides! 🔥🥩

Or, you might also want to check out my other eating out guides and some tasty gluten‑free recipes!

If you’re craving other fast-food or casual dining chains, do check out my celiac-friendly guides to Jimmy John’s, Subway, Pizza Hut, KFC, McDonald’s, Burger King, Red Robin, Firehouse Subs, Waffle House, The Cheesecake Factory, Panda Express, Applebee’s, Chick-fil-A, Krispy Kreme, IHOP, Taco Bell, Buffalo Wild Wings, Olive Garden, Panera Bread, Denny’s, Sonic, Popeyes, Dunkin Donuts, Texas Roadhouse, Chipotle, Starbucks and more! 🍔🍟

Stay safe and gluten‑aware, my celiac friends! 💖🥗

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Frequently Asked Questions

While researching Outback Steakhouse’s menu and seeing just how many of their dishes would fit into my personal Outback gluten-free list, I came across a few interesting questions that I thought I’d try and answer:

Does Outback Steakhouse offer gluten‑free bread or buns?

No, they do not provide gluten-free bread substitutes, and all sandwiches and the garlic toast contain wheat. As such, they should be avoided if you’re a celiac.

Are Outback Steakhouse’s seasonings gluten‑friendly?

Yes—every Outback Steakhouse seasoning blend is tested and labelled gluten‑friendly by their Registered Dietitians. However, with cross-contamination risks in mind, you can always double-check with your server or kitchen staff.

Which Outback Steakhouse steaks are safest for celiacs?

All plain‑seasoned steaks (including their iconic Filet, Sirloin, Ribeye, and Porterhouse) are gluten-free. However, make sure that you request no Bloomin’ Onion petals or Au Jus, as they contain traces of gluten.

How do I minimize cross‑contact with non-gluten-free ingredients?

Order off‑peak, inform your server about celiac disease, ask for fresh gloves and clean prep areas, and make sure to avoid fried or roux‑thickened items, including at Outback Steakhouse.

Is Chocolate Thunder from Down Under at Outback Steakhouse truly gluten-free?

Outback labels it gluten‑friendly, but it’s baked alongside wheat products, so there is a slight risk of cross-contamination. Be sure to ask if they could prepare it for you separately to reduce cross‑contact with celiac-unsafe ingredients and menu items.

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