Outback Appetizers Menu With Prices & Calories (2026)

If you have ever sat down at Outback and opened the appetizer menu your first reaction is probably this is way more food than I expected. Some of these starters are so big and filling that regular visitors skip their main meal entirely and just order two appetizers. So picking the right one is not just about taste it is about not ruining your entire dinner before it even arrives.

No doubt the Bloomin’ Onion is the most famous appetizer, priced at $12.49 with 1,620 calories. But do you know about the recently added off-menu appetizer, the Hot Wing Roo-lette? Everyone on social media is talking about it. You get a spinner with five wings four are mild and one is hot and spicy. Turn the wheel and find out which wing is destined for you.

I have visited Outback more times than I can count and tried almost every appetizer at least once. Some are great value, some are pure hype and a few are genuinely worth it depending on your mood. I have broken everything down prices, calories, and honest opinions so you can order the right thing before your main meal. I also review many of them in detail on my YouTube channel.

Appetizers Menu With Prices

AppetizerPriceCaloriesBest For
Down Under Trio$15.99~1,300 CalFirst-timers, groups
Bloomin’ Onion®$11.991,900 CalSharing, classic experience
Alice Springs Chicken® Quesadilla$16.99~1,620 CalChicken lovers
Three Cheese Spinach DipFrom $7.29870 CalVegetarians, light bite
Fried Mozzarella Bloomerangs$10.991,200 CalCheese lovers, kids
Bloomin’ Fried Shrimp$15.99900 CalSeafood fans
Aussie Cheese Fries (Full)$12.992,620 CalCheese lovers, sharing
Aussie Cheese Fries (Half)$8.991,310 CalSolo, lighter option
Kookaburra Wings®$15.991,740 CalWing fans, spicy lovers
Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie$13.99550 CalLighter option
Sydney Shrooms$10.991,370 CalVegetarians
Seared Peppered Ahi$19.99460 CalHealthy, light choice
Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp$15.991,650 CalSweet & crunchy fans
🆕 Hot Wing Roo-lette  Off-Menu$9.99N/AGroups, fun experience

📌 Note: Prices and calories are approximate and may vary by location. Always check with your nearest Outback for the most current menu.

Bloomin Onion
Bloomin’ Onion
$11.99 – 1900 Cal
Bloomin Fried Shrimp
Bloomin Fried Shrimp
$15.99 – 990 Cal
Aussie Cheese Fries
Aussie Cheese Fries
Full $12.99 -2,620 Cal and Half $8.99-1310 Cal
Kookaburra Wings
Kookaburra Wings
$15.99 – 1740 Cal
Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie
Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie
$13.99 – 550 Cal
Sydney Shrooms
Sydney Shrooms
$10.99 – 1370 Cal
Seared Peppered Ahi
Seared Peppered Ahi
$19.99 – 460 Cal
Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp
Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp
$15.99 – 1650 Cal
Hot Wing Roolette
Hot Wing Roo-lette
$9.99 – Off-Menu
Spinach Dip
Three Cheese Spinach Dip
$7.49 – 870 Cal
Down Under Trio
Down Under Trio 🆕
Starting at $15.99 – 1200-1400 Cal
Sirloin & Alice Springs Chicken
Alice Springs Chicken® Quesadilla
$16.99 – 1620 Cal

Try the Hot Wing Roo-lette for $10 (Limited Time)

Now from 21 April outback is offering new appetizer off-menu plate of five wings Hot Wing Roo-lette With Price $9.99. 5 Wings: (4 Mild / 1 scorpion chilli)! Brng your friends and whoever gets the scorpion Chili wing wins a pin and free bloomin’ onion for your next visit.

Both the mild wings and the hot wing look similar and it’s fun to gather with your mates, exchange stories ,spin the wheel and get your wing.

Please note that Hot Wing Roo-lette is an off-menu appetizer so you need to ask the server to order it. It is only available at participating locations across the US.

Hot Wing Roolette
Outback Hot Wing Roo-lette

Which Outback Appetizer Should You Order?

If its your first visit I will suggest order Down Under Trio so you can taste three popular starters in one plate and if you want to share with group then you can order Bloomin’ Onion as its large and great for sharing. Seared Peppered Ahi (only 460 cal) or Grilled Shrimp best for healthy options as both are light.

If you’re vegetarian or if any of your friends want a vegetarian option you can order the Three Cheese Spinach Dip or Sydney Shrooms. Bloomin’ Onion or Hot Wing Roo-lette are value for money appetizers both provide sharing option. You can order Kookaburra Wings or Aussie Cheese Fries for full meal as they can replace a meal.

Appetizers During Happy Hour — Can You Save Money?

Yes, you can save money if you visit outback during happy hour because selected appetizers are offered at discounted prices compared to the regular menu.Outback Happy Hour runs daily from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at most locations giving you a two hour window to grab discounted starters before the dinner start.

During Happy Hour selected appetizers including Aussie Cheese Fries, Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie and Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp are available at discounted price typically ranging from $4 to $10 depending on the item and location.Please note happy hour usually available at the bar or lounge area only.

For the full breakdown of deals and timings check our Outback Happy Hour guide.

Vegetarian & Gluten-Friendly Appetizer Options

If you are vegetarian Outback have few appetizer options for you. First option is Three Cheese Spinach Dip is the most popular vegetarian choice and second one is Sydney Shrooms lightly battered and fried mushrooms served with house-made ranch dressing. The next you can checkout is Seared Peppered Ahi – 460 lowest calories on the entire appetizer menu.

it is important to know that Outback kitchens are not allergen-free environments. Cross contamination is possible as vegetarian and gluten-sensitive items are prepared in the same kitchen as meat and gluten containing dishes.But still you can ask from server for more details.

For a full breakdown of allergens check our Outback Allergens Menu.

The Bloomin’ Onion is a famous appetizer at Outback. But the recently added Hot Wing Roo-lette has become very popular among people.
Kookaburra Wings are available in three spice levels—mild, medium or hot So you can choose which suits you.

Yes, currently they offer a fun off-menu item called Hot Wing Roo-lette with price $9.99.

Yes, Outback offers a few vegetarian friendly appetizers like the Three Cheese Spinach Dip and Sydney Shrooms but since kitchens are not fully vegetarian there may be cross-contamination so it’s best to inform your server before ordering.

For larger groups the Bloomin Onion is always the go to choice as it is large enough to share between 4 people and gives everyone that classic Outback experience.