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The Most Profitable Steakhouse Chain In America Isn't LongHorn Or Outback By Bobby Lewis Oct. 22, 2025 5:39 pm EST

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Steakhouse chains have been an integral part of the American dining scene since the 19th century, and some of today's biggest chains only became more popular after the pandemic. With a deluge of customers often comes big money, as one leading steakhouse chain learned when its profits jumped nearly 15% in 2024.

That chain was Texas Roadhouse, and this financial windfall made the company not only America's most profitable chain steakhouse, but also America's most profitable chain restaurant overall. With 664 locations, 26 of which opened last year, the company's overall sales increased 14.7% for a total o

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