LongHorn Steakhouse Is Coming Soon to Hutto, Texas

Hutto’s restaurant scene is about to get a little meatier.

LongHorn Steakhouse is officially planning a new Hutto location in the Sprouts-anchored shopping center near the northeast corner of U.S. Highway 79 and State Highway 130.

An opening date has not yet been announced, according to Community Impact.

What We Know About the New LongHorn Steakhouse in Hutto

Here are the confirmed details currently available:

• Restaurant: LongHorn Steakhouse

• Location: Sprouts-anchored Hutto Shopping Center

• Intersection: Northeast corner of U.S. 79 and SH 130

• Status: Lease reportedly signed

• Opening date: To be determined

• Official website: LongHornSteakhouse.com

The 13.84-acre retail development is located at one of Hutto’s busiest regional intersections. According to the developer, the shopping center will have access from three major roads and sits in an area carrying more than 100,000 vehicles per day. Endeavor Real Estate Group

LongHorn will join other announced restaurants and retailers in the growing development, including Sprouts Farmers Market, Jason’s Deli and Pepper Lunch. Community Impact

Hutto Residents Have Been Asking for a Steakhouse

The LongHorn Steakhouse announcement is especially significant because it answers one of the community’s loudest—and hungriest—requests.

In the City of Hutto’s retail wish-list survey, LongHorn Steakhouse received 225 responses, making it the third-most-requested restaurant behind Texas Roadhouse and Olive Garden. The survey also found that residents were particularly interested in more traditional sit-down restaurants, especially steakhouses and Italian restaurants. City of Hutto Wish List Survey

In other words, Hutto did not whisper that it wanted steak. It practically handed city leaders a dinner reservation.

Why This Announcement Is Different From Earlier LongHorn Rumors

Longtime residents may remember seeing LongHorn Steakhouse associated with a Hutto development before.

In 2022, a preliminary marketing map for Townwest Commons included proposed businesses such as LongHorn Steakhouse and Olive Garden. At the time, the developer explained that the names were being used to market the property and that the restaurants had not committed to opening in Hutto. Community Impact

The current announcement is different. Mayor Snyder and recent local reports say LongHorn has signed a lease for the new Sprouts-anchored center. That represents a much more concrete step than appearing on a conceptual leasing map.

However, a signed lease does not mean construction is finished—or even that an opening date is imminent. Additional planning, permitting, construction, inspections, hiring and staff training may still be required.

What Will LongHorn Steakhouse Bring to Hutto?

LongHorn Steakhouse is a full-service casual dining restaurant known primarily for grilled steaks, including sirloin, filet, New York strip, ribeye, T-bone and porterhouse selections.

Its broader menu typically includes:

• Steaks and steakhouse combinations

• Burgers and sandwiches

• Chicken and ribs

• Seafood

• Salads and soups

• Shareable appetizers

• Side dishes and desserts

• Kids’ meals

• Beer, wine and cocktails

LongHorn is part of Darden Restaurants, the company behind Olive Garden, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, Chuy’s, Yard House, Ruth’s Chris Steak House and several other national restaurant brands. Darden operates more than 2,200 restaurants and employs more than 200,000 people across its brands. Darden Restaurants

Menu selections, prices, operating hours and services at the future Hutto restaurant have not been released.

Why the U.S. 79 and SH 130 Location Matters

The intersection of U.S. 79 and SH 130 has become one of Hutto’s most important commercial corridors. It provides regional access for residents traveling between Hutto, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Taylor and other parts of Williamson County.

A recognizable sit-down restaurant such as LongHorn Steakhouse could help the development:

• Attract additional shoppers and diners

• Encourage more national retailers to consider Hutto

• Create restaurant and management jobs

• Keep more dining dollars within the community

• Provide another option for family dinners, celebrations and business meals

• Strengthen Hutto’s position as a regional shopping and dining destination

The arrival of a nationally known steakhouse also reflects Hutto’s continued population and commercial growth. Residents have repeatedly asked for more full-service dining—not simply another drive-thru—and LongHorn helps fill that gap.

When Will LongHorn Steakhouse Open in Hutto?

As of August 18, 2026, no official construction schedule or grand-opening date has been announced for the Hutto LongHorn Steakhouse.

Local reports list the opening as TBD, so residents should be cautious about unofficial dates circulating on social media. The most reliable signs of progress will be official construction filings, hiring announcements, exterior signage and updates from LongHorn Steakhouse, the developer or the City of Hutto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is LongHorn Steakhouse really coming to Hutto?

Yes. Mayor Mike Snyder confirmed the restaurant’s plans, and multiple local reports state that LongHorn Steakhouse has signed a lease in the Sprouts-anchored Hutto Shopping Center.

Where will the Hutto LongHorn Steakhouse be located?

It is planned for the retail development at the northeast corner of U.S. Highway 79 and State Highway 130 in Hutto, Texas.

When will LongHorn Steakhouse open in Hutto?

An official opening date has not been announced. Current reports list the opening date as TBD.

What other businesses are coming to the development?

Sprouts Farmers Market anchors the shopping center. Jason’s Deli and Pepper Lunch have also been announced for the development, with additional retail and restaurant space available.

Is this the same LongHorn Steakhouse proposed for Townwest Commons?

No confirmed connection has been reported. LongHorn appeared on a conceptual Townwest Commons marketing plan in 2022, but the developer said the restaurant had not committed at that time. The newly announced location is planned for the Sprouts development at U.S. 79 and SH 130.

Hutto’s Dining Scene Continues to Grow

LongHorn Steakhouse is one of the most anticipated restaurant announcements Hutto has received in years. Its planned arrival adds another major sit-down dining option while reinforcing the growing commercial importance of the U.S. 79 and SH 130 corridor.

The exact opening date remains unknown, but one thing is clear: Hutto asked for more steakhouse options, and LongHorn appears ready to answer.