Background
About LongHorn Steakhouse: History, Hours and Locations
Background information compiled for this site. Confirm current details with the restaurant.
A Short History
LongHorn Steakhouse opened its first location on Peachtree Street in Atlanta in August 1981, founded by George McKerrow Jr. along with George McKerrow Sr., Bill Norman and Bill Dukes, under the original name LongHorn Steaks Restaurant and Saloon. Business started slowly until a snowstorm hit Atlanta in January 1982 and stranded commuters. LongHorn stayed open with cheap drinks and steak specials, and word of mouth took off from there.
The chain expanded steadily through the Southeast and beyond. Darden Restaurants, the parent company of Olive Garden and The Capital Grille, acquired LongHorn in 2007. Today LongHorn runs close to 600 locations across the United States and Puerto Rico.
Typical Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Sunday to Thursday | 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Friday to Saturday | 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
Hours shift around major holidays. LongHorn is typically closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day and closes early, usually around 8 PM, on Christmas Eve. Individual locations sometimes adjust their schedules, so call ahead or check online.
Where to Find a LongHorn Steakhouse
LongHorn operates close to 600 locations, clustered around a handful of regions.
| Region | Common areas |
|---|---|
| Northeast | New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Newark |
| Southeast | Atlanta, Orlando, Miami, Charlotte |
| Midwest | Chicago, Cleveland, Indianapolis, Detroit |
| Southwest | Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Phoenix |
| West | Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Seattle, Portland |
For an exact address and live hours, use the official LongHorn Steakhouse website or a maps app.
Keep Exploring
Ready to plan your visit?