Texas Roadhouse • Appetizers
Texas Roadhouse Cactus Blossom
Texas-sized fried onion blossom with spicy Cajun horseradish sauce — the signature starter
- Price
- $10.99
- Calories
- 2250
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbs
- 236g
- Fat
- 135g
$10.99
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 Cactus Blossom
The Cactus Blossom is texas-sized fried onion blossom with spicy cajun horseradish sauce — the signature starter It comes in at 2250 calories with 25g of protein, and is priced at $10.99 in the Appetizers section of the Texas Roadhouse menu, about $0.49 per 100 calories. Texas Roadhouse is a steakhouse chain with over 700 locations known for hand-cut steaks, made-from-scratch sides, fresh-baked bread with cinnamon butter, and legendary margaritas. The Texas Roadhouse menu with prices for 2026 ranges from $9.99 for lunch specials to $34.99 for premium steaks like the 20oz Bone-In Ribeye.
How the Cactus Blossom compares to similar Texas Roadhouse items
| Cactus Blossom (this item) | $10.99 | 2250 | 0.49 |
| Rattlesnake Bites | $9.49 | 560 | 1.69 |
| Tater Skins | $9.99 | 1320 | 0.76 |
| Fried Pickles | $8.49 | 550 | 1.54 |
| Texas Red Chili | $6.99 | 430 | 1.63 |
Average price in the Appetizers section: $9.19. This item is above the section average.
How the Cactus Blossom compares at other chains
Compare the Cactus Blossom across all chains →| Texas Roadhouse | Cactus Blossom | $10.99 | — |
| A&W Restaurants | Onion Rings | $3.49 | $7.50 more |
| Applebee's | French Onion Soup | $7.49 | $3.50 more |
| Burger King | Onion Rings (Medium) | Varies by location | same |
| Cheddar's Kitchen | Hand-Battered Onion Rings | $8.99 | $2.00 more |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Dietary & allergen information
This item is flagged as: V.
Is the Cactus Blossom good value at Texas Roadhouse?
At $10.99, the Cactus Blossom costs about $0.49 per 100 calories against a $9.19 average in the Appetizers section. It is the lowest price-per-calorie item on the entire Texas Roadhouse menu: the strongest value pick we track at this chain.
How to order the Cactus Blossom at Texas Roadhouse
The Cactus Blossom is available at Texas Roadhouse locations nationwide: dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Texas Roadhouse app or third-party services. Order through the official Texas Roadhouse ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location. Check the current full Texas Roadhouse menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Cactus Blossom
- 1Customers say it rivals Outback's Bloomin' Onion - it's the most-ordered appetizer (Google Reviews, Yelp).
- 2At 960 calories it's the biggest appetizer on the menu - regulars split it between two people.
- 3Served with Cajun horseradish sauce for dipping.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
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Texas Roadhouse secret menu items
Cheesy Fries · $5.99
Crispy fries smothered in melted cheese and bacon bits — not listed but easy to order
How to order: Order an order of fries and ask for 'cheese and bacon on top.'
Roadhouse Quesadilla · $10.99
Flour tortilla with steak or chicken, melted cheese, and jalapeños — grilled crispy
How to order: Ask for a 'steak quesadilla with jalapeños' — they'll make it from the fajita ingredients.
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.
Cactus Blossom prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Texas Roadhouse national-average pricing model:
- Atlanta: $15.65 (Estimated — on par with national average — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Charlotte: $15.35 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Nashville: $15.35 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Orlando: $16.30 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Houston: $15.35 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Richmond: $15.05 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
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About Texas Roadhouse
Texas Roadhouse is a steakhouse chain with over 700 locations known for hand-cut steaks, made-from-scratch sides, fresh-baked bread with cinnamon butter, and legendary margaritas. The Texas Roadhouse menu with prices for 2026 ranges from $9.99 for lunch specials to $34.99 for premium steaks like the 20oz Bone-In Ribeye. Texas Roadhouse is famous for its USDA Choice steaks, Cactus Blossom appetizer, Loaded Sweet Potato, and complimentary peanuts at every table. The Texas Roadhouse kids menu offers meals at $5.99. Texas Roadhouse early dine specials run Monday-Friday 4-6 PM. Whether you're looking for the Texas Roadhouse menu with prices, Texas Roadhouse early dine specials, Texas Roadhouse allergen menu, or Texas Roadhouse gluten free options, this guide covers every item.
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Where does the Texas Roadhouse nutrition data come from?
Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Texas Roadhouse website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: Texas Roadhouse official nutrition — latest published, dated 2026-09-30