Anna Texas Roadhouse-a great steakhouse with bread

Ann Arbor’s Texas-Style Steakhouse – Consistent Steaks, Amazing Bread, & Chill Vibes! If you’re craving no-fuss, solid steaks without the stuffy fine dining vibe, this Texas-style spot is a total win! The steak quality is reliably good (no misses here), they nail the doneness every time, and the value can’t be beat. Plus, the atmosphere is super chill—there’s a night bar perfect for drinking, chatting, or watching sports. Let’s break it down 🥩! 🥖 The Star of the Starters: Complimentary Bread (We Ate Two Baskets!) First things first: the complimentary bread is a game-changer. It’s slightly sweet with a faint cinnamon aroma—crusty on the outside, fluffy and soft on the inside. We loved it so much, we asked for a second basket before our mains even arrived 😂! They also bring out salty peanuts, which are just “okay” (super salty, nothing special)—but the bread alone makes the pre-meal wait worth it. 🦐 Apps: Hits & a Big Miss Apps are hit-or-miss—stick to one, skip the other: Onion Blossom: Highly recommended! It looks exactly like the photos—crispy, coated in Cajun-spiced batter, and not too greasy. The seasoning is a little light, but it’s still crunchy, savory, and perfect for sharing. Grilled Shrimp: Hard pass. It’s insanely salty—like, “my tongue tingled” salty. To make it worse, the shrimp are served on a piece of the complimentary bread (lazy plating!) that soaks up all the salt. Totally (phoned-in)—don’t waste your money. 🥩 Steaks: Reliable, Juicy, & Perfectly Cooked This is why you come here—their steaks are consistent, well-seasoned, and cooked to order: Ribeye & Sirloin (My Top Picks!): Order these two, and you won’t be disappointed. Whether we got medium rare or medium, the doneness was perfect—pink in the center, juicy all the way through. The seasoning is just right (not too salty, lets the beef flavor shine), and adding sautéed onions takes it to another level. Shoutout to the sirloin especially—it’s tender, flavorful, and way better than expected for the price! NY Strip: Skip this one. Even when ordered medium rare or rarer, it’s tough and chewy—nowhere near as tender as the ribeye or sirloin. Save your cash for the better cuts. 🥗 Sides: House Salad > Caesar Salad Their side salad game is simple but clear: House Salad: Way better than the Caesar. It has more varied veggies (crunchy, fresh), so the texture is more interesting. I always get it with ranch dressing—creamy, tangy, and pairs perfectly with the rich steak. Caesar Salad: Basic, boring, and the dressing is too heavy. No reason to pick this over the house salad. 🍗 Bonus: Fried Chicken (Too Salty for Me) We tried the fried chicken on a whim—it’s super heavy-handed with salt. If you love ultra-savory, salty food, you might like it, but it was too much for me. Stick to the steaks—they’re the real reason to visit. 💰 Final Verdict: $20–40 Per Person, Worth It for Steaks & Bread The only downside? Service is inconsistent—sometimes we waited an hour for food, other times it all came out in 15 minutes. But when you’re here for juicy steaks, amazing bread, and a chill vibe (plus sports on TV!), that’s easy to overlook. I’ll definitely be back—next time, I’m skipping the apps and doubling down on bread and ribeye! #UniversityOfMichiganAnnArbor #Michigan #AnnArborFood #Steak #MichiganFood #AnnArborEats #AnnArbor #MichiganEats