Perfect Steakhouse Starters
Any memorable steakhouse feast begins with an outstanding opening act. LongHorn Steakhouse has crafted a legendary lineup of appetizers designed for bold flavors, crunch, and perfect table sharing.
To elevate your next dinner choice, **Steakhouse Expert Chef Marcus Vance** ranks the best appetizers at LongHorn Steakhouse for 2026. This comprehensive guide features details from the official LongHorn Menu with Prices, nutritional facts, and actual food photos to help you choose the ultimate table starter before your main dinner menu steaks.
#1. The Wild West Shrimp
The Crispy, Spicy Seafood Masterpiece.
The iconic Wild West Shrimp, tossed with cherry peppers and warm garlic butter.
The undisputed champion of the starters menu is the **Wild West Shrimp**. This crowd-pleasing skillet features premium, tender shrimp that is lightly hand-breaded and fried to golden perfection. It is then tossed with bright, spicy red cherry pepper rings, drizzled with warm, decadent garlic butter, and served with a side of house-made ranch dipping sauce. It is savory, slightly spicy, and deeply buttery.
💰 2026 Price: **$10.99** | 🔥 Calories: **970 kcal** (Shared).
#2. The Texas Tonion
The Legendary pull-Apart Onion Petals.
Crispy fried, seasoned onion petals served with zesty dipping sauce.
For onion lovers, the **Texas Tonion** is pure comfort food heaven. Instead of serving a whole whole onion, LongHorn hand-cuts sweet onions into thick, individual petals. The petals are dipped in a signature seasoned batter, fried until intensely crispy, drizzled with sour cream, and served with a zesty, creamy dipping sauce. It is much easier to share and eat cleanly compared to whole bloom onions.
💰 2026 Price: **$9.49** | 🔥 Calories: **1,180 kcal** (Shared).
#3. White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms
The Rich, Baked Cheese Indulgence.
White cheddar stuffed mushrooms baked hot with a crispy parmesan topping.
If you prefer a rich, warm, cheese-forward starter, the **White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms** are an outstanding choice. Large, fresh mushroom caps are packed with a rich, garlic-herb cream cheese filling. They are then topped with a dynamic blend of melted white cheddar and crunchy parmesan breadcrumbs, baked hot in a skillet until bubbly and golden. Warm, earthy, and exceptionally rich.
💰 2026 Price: **$9.99** | 🔥 Calories: **730 kcal** (Shared).
#4. Firecracker Chicken Wraps
Spicy chicken, melted cheese, and fresh jalapenos wrapped tightly in flour tortillas, fried crispy, and served with a cool avocado-lime dipping sauce. It delivers a perfect zesty kick with great textural crunch.
💰 2026 Price: **$9.99** | 🔥 Calories: **720 kcal**.
#5. Seasoned Steakhouse Wings
Crispy chicken wings seasoned with a bold signature dry rub, served with celery and blue cheese dipping sauce. The dry rub coating locks in moisture while creating a crispy seasoned skin.
💰 2026 Price: **$11.49** | 🔥 Calories: **950 kcal**.
Starters Nutritional Grid
| Appetizer Name | Caloric Count | Primary Allergen Tags | Sharing Capacity | 2026 Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild West Shrimp | 970 kcal | Shellfish, Gluten, Dairy | 2-3 People | $10.99 |
| Texas Tonion | 1,180 kcal | Gluten, Dairy | 3-4 People | $9.49 |
| White Cheddar Mushrooms | 730 kcal | Dairy, Gluten | 2 People | $9.99 |
| Firecracker Chicken Wraps | 720 kcal | Gluten, Dairy | 2 People | $9.99 |
Chef Recommendation
For the perfect table setup, select your starters based on your group goals, and check out the Happy Hour drink specials for the perfect pairing:
🍤 Order **The Wild West Shrimp** if you want the absolute highest-quality, buttery-spicy seafood starter that matches beautifully with draft beer or crisp white wine.
🧅 Order **The Texas Tonion** if you want clean, easy-to-share pull-apart crispy onion petals with zero grease and maximum seasoned crunch.
🍄 Order **The White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms** if you are looking for rich, cheese-infused, warm garlic comfort food before your main steak (see our list of best steaks ranked, or check out our Date Night Guide for romantic pairings).