Outback Steakhouse • Appetizers
Bloomin' Onion
Hand-carved onion, cooked golden and served with spicy signature bloom sauce — Outback's most famous appetizer
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Bloomin' Onion
The Bloomin' Onion is hand-carved onion, cooked golden and served with spicy signature bloom sauce — outback's most famous appetizer It comes in at 1950 calories with 19g of protein, and is priced at $11.99 in the Appetizers section of the Outback Steakhouse menu — about 0.61 cents per 100 calories. Outback Steakhouse is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 1,020 locations known for Bloomin' Onion, Outback Center-Cut Sirloin 6oz, Victoria's Filet Mignon 6oz. Our Outback Steakhouse menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Bloomin' Onion compares to similar Outback Steakhouse items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomin' Onion (this item) | $11.99 | 1950 | 0.61 |
| Aussie Cheese Fries | $12.99 | 2160 | 0.60 |
| Kookaburra Wings | $14.99 | 1280 | 1.17 |
| Coconut Shrimp Appetizer | $13.99 | 760 | 1.84 |
| Seared Ahi Tuna Appetizer | $15.99 | 380 | 4.21 |
Average price in the Appetizers section: $13.85. This item is below the section average.
How the Bloomin' Onion compares at other chains
Compare the Bloomin' Onion across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Outback Steakhouse |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auntie Anne's | Sour Cream & Onion Pretzel | $5.29 | $6.70 more |
| Burger King | Onion Rings (12-piece) | $3.49 | $8.50 more |
| Arby's | Onion Rings (8-piece) | $3.49 | $8.50 more |
| Applebee's | French Onion Soup | $7.49 | $4.50 more |
| Outback Steakhouse | Bloomin' Onion | $11.99 | — |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Outback Steakhouse secret menu items
Bloomin' Onion Burger · $15.99
A burger topped with Bloomin' Onion petals, spicy bloom sauce, and American cheese on a brioche bun
How to order: Order a Cheeseburger and ask to 'add Bloomin' Onion petals and spicy bloom sauce on top.' Some locations know this as the Bloomin' Burger.
Walkabout Soup · $5.99
A creamy French onion-style soup that was removed from the menu but can still be ordered at many locations
How to order: Ask for 'Walkabout Soup' — if the location still makes it, they'll serve it. Not all locations accommodate this.
Loaded Baked Potato Soup · $6.99
A loaded baked potato prepared in soup form with cheese, bacon, and chives
How to order: Ask for a 'loaded baked potato — but mashed into soup consistency with extra cheese and bacon.'
Steak and Bloomin' Onion Combo · $5.99
Any steak served with a side of Bloomin' Onion petals for dipping in bloom sauce
How to order: Order any steak and ask for 'a side of Bloomin' Onion petals with bloom sauce.'
Dietary & allergen information
This item is flagged as: V.
View the official Outback Steakhouseallergen & nutrition guide
Is the Bloomin' Onion good value at Outback Steakhouse?
At $11.99, the Bloomin' Onion costs about 0.61 cents per 100 calories against a $13.85 average in the Appetizers section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Outback Steakhouse sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Bloomin' Onion at Outback Steakhouse
The Bloomin' Onion is available at Outback Steakhouse locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Outback Steakhouse app or third-party services. Order through the official Outback Steakhouse ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Outback Steakhouse menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Bloomin' Onion
- 1At 1950 calories, this is one of the higher-calorie items on the menu — plan portions accordingly.
- 2Check current Outback Steakhouse deals — Dine Rewards — $10 Reward After 4 Visits.
- 3Prices have trended +5.9% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Bloomin' Onion prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Outback Steakhouse national-average pricing model:
- Atlanta: $11.75 (Estimated — on par with national average — Bloomin' Onion)
- Charlotte: $11.50 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Bloomin' Onion)
- Nashville: $11.50 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Bloomin' Onion)
- Orlando: $12.25 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Bloomin' Onion)
- Houston: $11.50 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Bloomin' Onion)
- Richmond: $11.25 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Bloomin' Onion)
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About Outback Steakhouse
Outback Steakhouse is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 1,020 locations known for Bloomin' Onion, Outback Center-Cut Sirloin 6oz, Victoria's Filet Mignon 6oz. Our Outback Steakhouse menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including appetizers, steaks, ribs & combos, chicken. Current deals include Dine Rewards — $10 Reward After 4 Visits.
Outback Steakhouse FAQ
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Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Outback Steakhouse website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: www.outback.com