Texas Roadhouse Ribs Menu With Prices 2026

I have a confession: I used to be a steak-only guy at Texas Roadhouse. Then one night my buddy ordered the full slab and I stole a rib, and my whole world changed. These are St. Louis style ribs, slow-cooked until they basically surrender, hand-rubbed with seasoning, and finished with their signature BBQ sauce. The Texas Roadhouse ribs menu is small, just a few items, but everything on it is done right.

This guide covers the full ribs lineup with 2026 prices, my honest take on half slab versus full slab, and whether the family-sized ribs are actually a good deal. Spoiler: they are.

Texas Roadhouse Ribs Menu With Prices 2026

Half Slab vs Full Slab: Which Should You Get?

This is the question everyone asks, so here’s my honest answer: get the full slab. The half slab is $19.99 and the full slab is $25.99, so for six bucks more you get double the ribs. The math is not even close. The half slab is fine if you’re a light eater or you’re splitting with someone who’s mostly eating sides, but the full slab is the move for anyone with a real appetite.

Now, a word about what “fall off the bone” actually means here. Some BBQ purists will tell you ribs should have a little tug. These ribs don’t have a tug. They fall apart. They’re not competition-style ribs, they’re comfort-food ribs, and I mean that as the highest compliment. The meat is smoky, the sauce is sweet with a little kick, and the bark has this great caramelized chew.

Are the Family Sized Ribs Worth It?

The family-sized ribs at $59.99 get you three full racks. That’s $20 per rack, versus $25.99 for a single full slab. If you’re feeding three or four people who all want ribs, this is a genuinely great deal. I’ve ordered it for game nights and it feeds four adults comfortably with sides. It comes with the usual two sides per person structure, so plan your sides accordingly.

One tip: the family ribs are a lot of food. If you’re two people, don’t be heroes. Get one full slab and share it, or get the half slab each. The family pack is for actual families or groups.

What Sauce Comes on Texas Roadhouse Ribs?

The ribs come with Texas Roadhouse’s signature BBQ sauce, which is sweet, smoky, and a little tangy. You can ask for the sauce on the side if you want to taste the dry rub first, and I’d actually recommend doing that at least once. The hand rub is peppery and savory, and it’s excellent on its own. Some locations will also do a half-and-half situation if you ask nicely.

Ribs in Combos: The Best of Both Worlds

If you can’t decide between ribs and steak, the Texas Size Combos have you covered. The Sirloin and Ribs combo at $22.99 is one of the best values on the entire menu: a 6 oz sirloin plus ribs, with two sides. The Ribeye and Ribs combo at $28.99 is the premium play. The Filet and Ribs at $32.99 is for when you want the tender filet experience plus smoky ribs. And the BBQ Chicken and Ribs at $23.99 is great if someone at the table doesn’t do steak.

How Are Texas Roadhouse Ribs Cooked?

The ribs are slow-cooked, which is the whole secret. Low and slow breaks down the connective tissue and gives you that tender, juicy meat. They’re finished on the grill with sauce, which gives you those caramelized edges. This isn’t a smoker situation like a dedicated BBQ joint, but for a chain steakhouse, the technique is seriously good. The consistency is impressive too: I’ve had these ribs in five different states and they’ve been great every time.

How Do Texas Roadhouse Ribs Compare to Other Chains?

I’ve had ribs at a lot of chain restaurants, and here’s where Texas Roadhouse lands: better than Chili’s and Applebee’s by a mile, competitive with Famous Dave’s, and not quite at the level of a dedicated local BBQ joint with a real smoker. But for the price? The full slab at $25.99 with two sides beats most BBQ restaurants on value. A comparable rack at a BBQ joint runs $28 to $35 with no sides included. The consistency is the real win: I’ve had these ribs in Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Colorado, and they’ve been excellent every single time.

Leftover Ribs: How to Reheat Them Right

If you somehow have leftover ribs, and honestly that’s a big if, here’s how to bring them back to life. Wrap them tightly in foil with a splash of water or apple juice, and heat in a 250-degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes. The steam keeps them moist. Do NOT microwave them unless you enjoy chewing on shoe leather. The sauce also reheats well, and leftover rib meat makes an incredible next-day sandwich on a toasted bun with pickles and extra sauce.

Final Verdict: Should You Order the Ribs?

Yes. A thousand times yes. The full slab at $25.99 is one of the best things on the entire Texas Roadhouse menu, and the value is undeniable when you factor in the two sides and the free rolls. The ribs are tender, smoky, and consistent, and the half slab exists for lighter appetites. If you have never had them, the full slab with a loaded baked potato is the order. You will not regret it.

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Prices last verified: October 10, 2026. Source: texasroadhouse.com