Texas Roadhouse
Prime Rib 2026
Marinated 24 hours, seared at 500°F, then slow-roasted overnight. This is the most tender beef on the entire menu. Most people order it wrong. Here is everything you should know before you go.
4:00 PM
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$25.99
12oz price
Fri, Sat, Sun
Days served
Texas Roadhouse prime rib is not on the menu every day. It shows up Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only, and it starts at 4 PM, not at lunch. Miss that window and you wait a full week. This guide covers exactly when it is available, what it costs, how they make it, and six ordering tricks that most regular customers have never heard of.
Independent taste tests have ranked Texas Roadhouse prime rib the best at any chain restaurant in the country. The reason is the prep process: a 24-hour marinade followed by a high-heat sear and then an overnight slow roast. It produces a completely different texture from a grilled steak. If you have only ever had the ribeye here, the prime rib will surprise you.
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Prime rib starts at 4 PM, not 11 AM
Even on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, prime rib is not available at lunch. Most locations start carving it around 4:00 PM. Call your local restaurant to confirm the exact start time.
6 Insider Tricks for Texas Roadhouse Prime Rib
These come from former employees and people who eat here every single weekend. None of these are on the menu or on the official website.
Ask for the End Cut: Free and Better Flavor
Most ValuableThe prime rib roast is carved from a long cylindrical cut that employees call "the log." The outermost slices (the end cuts) have the most seasoned bark, the crispiest crust from the initial 500°F sear, and a more intense flavor than the softer center slices. You can request an end cut at no extra charge. Most servers won't mention it because most customers don't ask. Just say "can I get an end cut?" when you order.
Busier Nights Mean Fresher Prime Rib
Counter-IntuitiveThis is the most surprising tip on this list. The prime rib sits in a heated warmer after it's cooked. On a slow night, the same roast can sit there for hours. On a busy Friday or Saturday, roasts cycle through the warmer quickly because demand is higher. So the busiest nights give you the freshest, most recently carved slices. On a quiet night, ask your server how long the current roast has been in the warmer.
Order the 16oz for the Freshest Cut
Pro MoveAt a busy location, the 16oz prime rib forces the carver to cut deeper into the roast, which is often the most recently rested part. This doesn't apply at every location, but at high-volume restaurants it is a reliable way to get a fresher slice. The price difference from the 12oz to the 16oz works out to a better value per ounce as well.
Ask the Kitchen to Sear It on the Flattop
Ask Your ServerPrime rib comes carved and ready to plate. But if you want a fresh sear on your slice, you can ask the kitchen to put it on the flattop for a minute or two. Not every location will do this, and it is not an official menu option, but many kitchens will accommodate the request. It gives you slow-roasted interior with a fresh grilled exterior.
Two Separate Roasts: Know Which One Is Yours
Hidden SystemTexas Roadhouse cooks two separate prime rib roasts every weekend. One is brought to a lower internal temperature for rare and medium-rare orders. The other is cooked to a higher temperature for medium-well and well-done. Your doneness is not decided by which slice the carver picks. The kitchen pulls from a completely different roast. Say your doneness clearly so you get the right one.
Arrive Before 8 PM or It Sells Out
ImportantOn busy Friday and Saturday nights, Texas Roadhouse locations regularly run out of prime rib before closing. Most sell-outs happen between 8 PM and 9 PM. If prime rib is the reason you are going, arrive before 7 PM. If you are not sure, call ahead. Any location can tell you whether prime rib is still available that night. There is no rain check and they do not hold portions.
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How Texas Roadhouse Actually Makes Their Prime Rib
Most chains don't share this. The prep process is why Texas Roadhouse prime rib tastes different from everything else on the menu and from most competitors.
24-Hour Marinade
Night beforeEvery roast gets coated in soy sauce, liquid smoke, minced garlic, sugar, oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. The soy sauce's acidity works into the meat overnight, carrying flavors deep into every slice. The sugar caramelizes during cooking and helps form the bark. This step starts the evening before the roast is ever cooked.
500°F Flash Sear
15 minutesThe marinated roast goes into a very hot oven (500°F) for exactly 15 minutes. This high-heat sear builds the dark, flavorful crust on the outside and locks in the juices before the slow cook begins. Same principle as reverse searing, just done at the start instead of the end.
Overnight Low-and-Slow Roast
8 plus hoursAfter the sear, the roast moves to a cook-and-hold oven, a professional piece of kitchen equipment that slow-cooks at a low, precise temperature for hours. The roast is brought to the exact internal temperature needed, then held there until dinner service. The result is an extremely even, consistent doneness from edge to edge.
Carved to Order from the Log
At serviceThe finished roast goes into a heated warmer and is carved to order throughout dinner service. Kitchen staff call it "the log." Center slices are the rarest. End slices are more done and have more bark. Rare and medium-rare orders come from one roast. Medium-well and well-done orders come from a separate roast kept at a higher temperature.
Texas Roadhouse Prime Rib Prices 2026
All sizes include two made-from-scratch sides, unlimited fresh-baked rolls, and au jus with horseradish cream sauce. Prices vary slightly by location.
| Size | Approx. Calories | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 oz Prime Rib | ~590 | Regular appetite | $25.99 |
| 14 oz Prime Rib | ~690 | Bigger appetite | $27.49 |
| 16 oz Prime RibBest Value | ~780 | Best value + freshest | $29.99 |
What Comes With Every Order
- Two made-from-scratch sides (your choice)
- Unlimited fresh-baked rolls with honey cinnamon butter
- Au jus for dipping
- Horseradish cream sauce on the side
Best Side Pairings
- ★Loaded Sweet Potato: Sweetness cuts through the rich beef
- ★Fresh Vegetables: Lightens a very heavy plate
- ★Seasoned Rice: Soaks up the au jus perfectly
- ★Mashed Potatoes: Classic pairing, never goes wrong
- ★Baked Potato: Hearty, great with au jus
Prime Rib vs Ribeye: Which Should You Order?
Same cut of beef, completely different experience. Here is exactly how they differ and which one is right for you.
Prime Rib
From $25.99
- Whole-roasted for 8 plus hours overnight
- Melt-in-your-mouth, buttery texture
- Carved thick, not cooked to order
- Available Friday, Saturday, Sunday only
- Best if you love tender, slow-cooked beef
- Ranked number one prime rib at any chain restaurant
Choose prime rib if you want the most tender, flavorful beef Texas Roadhouse makes. It takes patience to prepare, and it shows in every bite.
Ft. Worth Ribeye
From $24.99
- Hand-cut in-house and grilled to order
- Bold char, caramelized crust, intense sear
- Available 7 days a week at any time
- Ready in 8 to 12 minutes
- Best if you love a classic grilled steak
- Has the most marbling of any cut on the menu
Choose the ribeye if you want that classic steakhouse experience with fire, smoke, and char. It is available any day and consistently excellent.
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Texas Roadhouse Prime Rib 2026
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Available FRIDAY, SATURDAY and SUNDAY ONLY from 4:00 PM. Not available at lunch. Sells out between 8 and 9 PM on busy nights.
$Current Prices
12 oz
$25.99
Most popular
14 oz
$27.49
Good value
16 oz
$29.99
Freshest cut
All sizes include 2 sides + unlimited rolls + au jus + horseradish sauce
6Insider Tricks
End cut is free and better
Ask for it. More bark, more flavor, no extra charge.
Busier nights = fresher meat
High volume means faster warmer turnover.
Order 16oz for freshest slice
Forces carver deeper into the most recently rested part.
Ask for a flattop sear
Kitchen will add a fresh crust to your carved slice.
Two roasts for doneness
Rare roast and well-done roast are separate. Say your preference clearly.
Arrive before 8 PM
Sells out most Fridays and Saturdays before closing.
4How They Make It
24-hr Marinade
Soy, garlic, smoke, sugar
500°F Sear
15 minutes to build bark
Overnight Slow Roast
Cook-and-hold oven, 8+ hrs
Carved from the Log
Center = rare, ends = well done
Best Side Pairings
Texas Roadhouse Prime Rib: Common Questions
What days does Texas Roadhouse serve prime rib?
Texas Roadhouse serves prime rib on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only. Most locations start serving it at 4:00 PM on these days, not at their regular 11 AM opening time. It is not available Monday through Thursday at any U.S. location.
How much does Texas Roadhouse prime rib cost in 2026?
Texas Roadhouse prime rib prices in 2026 are approximately $25.99 for the 12oz, $27.49 for the 14oz, and $29.99 for the 16oz. Prices vary slightly by location. All sizes come with two made-from-scratch sides and unlimited fresh-baked rolls.
What is the end cut at Texas Roadhouse prime rib?
The end cut is the outermost slice from the roast. It has more seasoned bark on the outside, a crispier crust from the initial 500 degree sear, and a more intense flavor than a center slice. You can request the end cut at no extra charge. Most people never know this is an option, so just ask your server.
Does Texas Roadhouse prime rib sell out?
Yes, Texas Roadhouse prime rib does sell out on busy Friday and Saturday nights. Most locations run out between 8 PM and 9 PM on peak nights. Arriving before 6 PM gives you the best selection. Interestingly, busier nights also mean fresher prime rib because the roasts turn over faster from the warmers.
How does Texas Roadhouse prepare their prime rib?
Texas Roadhouse marinates their prime rib for 24 hours in a blend of soy sauce, liquid smoke, minced garlic, sugar, oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. The roast is then seared at 500 degrees for 15 minutes to build a crust, then transferred to a cook-and-hold oven that slow-roasts it overnight at low heat. They keep two separate roasts: one for rare and medium-rare orders, another for medium-well and well-done.
Is Texas Roadhouse prime rib better than their ribeye?
They are different experiences. The ribeye is grilled to order with a charred crust. The prime rib is whole-roasted for 8 plus hours, which makes it melt-in-your-mouth tender with a completely different texture. If you want char and crust, get the ribeye. If you want the most tender, buttery beef on the menu, prime rib wins.
Can I get Texas Roadhouse prime rib to-go?
Yes, Texas Roadhouse prime rib is available for to-go orders on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Order through the Texas Roadhouse app or website and choose curbside pickup. It is a carved, thick slice that holds its quality well but is best eaten within 30 minutes of pickup.
Ready to Order Texas Roadhouse Prime Rib?
Find your nearest location, confirm it is a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, and arrive before 7 PM. Ask for the end cut. You will not regret it.