Texas Roadhouse at 74 Newtown Road in Danbury opened its doors in June of 2017. Since day one Texas Roadhouse has been the Greater Danbury area’s go-to for ice cold beers, legendary margaritas, fresh baked bread, fall-off-the-bone ribs, made-from-scratch sides and salad dressings, and hand-cut steak.

In September of 2022, Matthew Wood took over as Danbury’s managing partner. “Woody” is excited to be part of the Danbury community and help make your experience Legendary while visiting the restaurant. Woody started with Texas Roadhouse over 16 years ago as a busboy.

Woody joined a team of dedicated Roadies including Lexi, Kyle, Hunter, Marco, Chelsea, Tyler S., Amarilis and Nick, who have been here since the Danbury doors opened in June of 2017.

His management support team has also been with the company many years, Ally (service manager) three years, Jake (kitchen key) 20 years, Lauren (kitchen MIT) seven years, Chris (kitchen key) seven years, Loren (local store marketer) five years and Ben five years.

Loren Daly is the local store marketer for the Danbury location and noted Texas Roadhouse as being a casual, energetic, family-friendly spot for patrons to enjoy.

The restaurant, Daly said, strives “to be the best, cleanest, and friendliest in town.”

Whether diners are looking to have a meal at the restaurant or taken to-go, Daly says Texas Roadhouse continues to serve up its signature “legendary food and legendary service.” It follows the legacy of the restaurant’s founder Kent Taylor.

That means fresh, never-frozen ingredients; sides made from scratch; hand-cut steaks; and an on-site meat cutter “in a room cold enough to snow,” Daly adds.

For takeout, customers can order online using the restaurant’s mobile app and pick up at the TOGO Window.

Legendary service does not end there, as community involvement is always important for Texas Roadhouse through legendary fundraisers such as Rib Rallies and Dine to Donates. They also offer visits with Andy Armadillo (the restaurant’s mascot), line dancing with Roadie Assemblies, Achievement Certificates, and field trips. They also honor local heroes all year round with special first responder and veteran discounts as well as veteran parking. Community and business partnerships are a large part of what Texas Roadhouse is about.

Texas Roadhouse also offers co-brand gift cards. Co-brand gift cards can be ordered in amounts from $5 to $100. Cards are ordered in bulk and take about ten days to come in. These cards have a Texas Roadhouse logo and your logo or picture. The restaurant also offers gift card fundraisers.

A Sample Of The Menu:

Starters: The Cactus Blossom is Texas Roadhouse’s signature appetizer. The Combo Appetizer lets customers pick three items from a menu of wings, fried pickles, twisted mozzarella, snake bites, or potato skins.

Combos: The Grilled BBQ Chicken & Ribs meal is served with a choice of two sides.

Burgers and Sandwiches: Texas Roadhouse uses tender, slow-cooked pork covered in the restaurant’s signature BBQ sauce for its pulled pork sandwich. Another standout is the Smokehouse Burger, made of half a pound of fresh ground chuck topped with sauteed onions, mushrooms, BBQ sauce, American cheese, and jack cheese. Both sandwiches are served on a toasted Texas-sized bun with steak fries and pickle chips.

Salads: Of the more than half a dozen salad options, there is the Steakhouse Filet Salad with Italian and blue cheese dressing, topped with blue cheese crumbles, bacon bits, tender filet strips, tomatoes, red onions, and croutons. It is also served with a side of creamy blue cheese. The Chicken Critter Salad has hot, crispy strips of chicken on a bed of cold greens with cheddar and jack cheeses, tomato, egg, and bacon.

Country Dinners: The Country Fried Sirloin consists of hand-battered, fresh-cut sirloin that is cooked crispy and golden, then topped with cream gravy. It is served with two sides.

Hand-Cut Steaks and Ribs: Texas Roadhouse has sirloin, starting from six ounces, and fall-off-the-bone ribs. On Wild West Wednesday, there are shrimp and steak specials available.

Chicken: Chicken Critters are all white meat chicken tenders that are golden-fried and lightly crispy. The herb-crusted chicken is boneless, marinated chicken breast that is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, before being flame-grilled and served with a caramelized lemon. Both meals are served with two sides.

Kids’ Meals: The Lil’ Dillo Steak Bites are grilled filet pieces served with one side and a kid-sized soft drink, juice, or milk.

Sides and Extras: All the sides are made from scratch, and there are fresh rolls and honey cinnamon butter.

Beverages: On a hot summer day, popular drinks are fresh-brewed sweet tea, flavored lemonades, and Legend Margarita.

Dessert: Treats include a Big Ole Brownie Sundae, strawberry cheesecake, and Granny’s Classic Apple Pie.

Texas Roadhouse, 74 Newtown Road, Danbury, is open Monday through Thursday from 3 to 10 pm; Friday 3 to 11 pm; Saturday from 11:30 am to 11 pm; and Sunday from 11:30 am to 9 pm. Catering is available.

For more information about Texas Roadhouse, including community involvement or business partnership opportunities and your chance to win prizes, call Loren Daly at 203-730-9176 ext 5, or e-mail 574marketing@texasroadhouse.com, or visit texasroadhouse.com. Be sure to follow the restaurant on Facebook @Texas Roadhouse (DanburyCT).