The Back Room Steakhouse
Apopka
Restaurant in Apopka, United States
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
The Back Room Steakhouse is a practical Apopka pick for a dinner-first celebration when a classic steakhouse format is easier than debating cuisines. Choose it for date night or a small occasion meal; compare Highland Manor for event-style ambiance and Tibby's, Santiago's, Kobé, or Terramia if the group wants a different format.
About The Back Room Steakhouse
The Back Room Steakhouse is an Apopka dinner option with evening hours and a smart casual dress code.
A dinner-first choice for Apopka evenings
The schedule makes The Back Room Steakhouse a dinner-only consideration: Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30–10 PM, and Sunday from 4–9 PM. It is not a fit for breakfast, brunch, or lunch planning based on the confirmed hours.
For weekend planning, note that Sunday has the earlier closing time. For any group with timing constraints, confirm current availability with the venue before relying on a specific dinner window.
Who should choose it, and who should compare first
Choose The Back Room Steakhouse if you want an Apopka dinner option that fits evening-only hours and a smart casual dress expectation. It is a simple fit when the key decision is whether the schedule and setting match your plans.
If you are still comparing, nearby or regional options to check include Highland Manor, Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen, Santiago's Bodega, Kobé Japanese Steakhouse - Altamonte Springs, and Terramia Ristorante. Compare based on current hours, setting, availability, and the kind of meal your group wants.
Quick reference: choose The Back Room Steakhouse for an Apopka evening meal; compare first if you need lunch, brunch, a different setting, or more specific planning details.
Planning details
- Location
- 1418 Rock Springs Rd, Apopka, FL 32712
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- tbrsteakhouse.com
- Phone
- +14078807832
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Back Room Steakhouse reads like a classic suburban American steakhouse that values heft and restraint over flash. The room has “enough weight to it” and service that stays out of the way, creating a calm, measured and quietly confident impression. It sits in a quieter slice of Apopka rather than elbowing into an urban dining scene, which reinforces a relaxed, understated character. Diners can expect a place that prioritizes straightforward, well-executed steaks and a dining room that feels purposeful rather than trendy.
Best For
This is a place people turn to for milestone evenings and celebrations: local occasions that call for something more considered than the surrounding chain and fast-casual options. Milestone dinners and group gatherings can focus on quality cuts of meat and solid service. It suits celebratory parties, family milestone meals, and groups marking special occasions who want a reliably substantial steakhouse experience without the fuss of a city fine-dining circuit.
Ordering Tips
Center your order on the steaks and signature mains called out in the description: the Black Angus Filet Mignon, Tomahawk Steak and Prime Rib Dinner anchor the menu, with Chilean Sea Bass offering a non‑beef alternative. Given the restaurant’s emphasis on serious cuts and traditional steakhouse service, choose a classic steak preparation and pair it simply to let the meat speak. For groups, consider sharing a larger cut so everyone can sample the quality that defines the house. Save questions about doneness and sourcing for the server, who is unobtrusive but competent.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, unpretentious fine dining atmosphere with an old-style bar, recently remodeled, featuring happy patrons and background conversation from the bar area.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Prix fixe
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Cocktails
- Dietary
- Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Black Angus Filet Mignon
- Tomahawk Steak
- Prime Rib Dinner
- Chilean Sea Bass
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1418 Rock Springs Rd, Apopka, FL 32712
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Highland Manor, Notable alternative
- Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen, Notable alternative
- Santiago's Bodega, Notable alternative
- Kobé Japanese Steakhouse - Altamonte Springs, Notable alternative
- Terramia Ristorante, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares for an Apopka dinner decision
The Back Room Steakhouse is the better choice when the brief is a focused steakhouse dinner in Apopka. Highland Manor is the stronger comparison for atmosphere and event-style dining, especially if the meal is tied to a larger celebration. For a date or small occasion where the food format matters more than a venue-like setting, The Back Room Steakhouse is the cleaner pick.
For value and ease, the decision shifts by mood. Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen is the better casual alternative when the group wants a livelier, lower-pressure meal. Santiago's Bodega works better for sharing and grazing, while Kobé Japanese Steakhouse - Altamonte Springs is the choice when the table wants a more performative group dinner.
Terramia Ristorante is the safer cross-shop for Italian comfort and mixed-preference groups. The Back Room Steakhouse should win when the occasion calls for a direct steakhouse experience; Terramia should win when pasta, familiar Italian dishes, and broader crowd appeal matter more than the steakhouse frame.
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Compare The Back Room Steakhouse
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Back Room Steakhouse | Apopka | No published awards |
| Highland Manor | Apopka | No published awards |
| Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen | Altamonte Springs | No published awards |
| Santiago's Bodega | Altamonte Springs | No published awards |
| Kobé Japanese Steakhouse - Altamonte Springs | Altamonte Springs | No published awards |
| Terramia Ristorante | Altamonte Springs | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Back Room Steakhouse good for solo dining?
It can be, if the evening hours fit your plans. The Back Room Steakhouse is open Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30–10 PM and Sunday from 4–9 PM, with Monday and Tuesday closed.
What are alternatives to The Back Room Steakhouse?
Other options to compare include Highland Manor, Terramia Ristorante, Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen, Santiago's Bodega, and Kobé Japanese Steakhouse - Altamonte Springs. The Back Room Steakhouse makes the most sense when you specifically want an Apopka evening option.
What should I wear to The Back Room Steakhouse?
The dress code is smart casual. Plan for neat dinner attire that fits an evening meal in Apopka.
Is lunch or dinner better at The Back Room Steakhouse?
Dinner is the relevant choice because the schedule lists evening service only, with no lunch hours shown. If you need a midday meal, compare other options first.
Is The Back Room Steakhouse good for a special occasion?
It may be worth considering for an Apopka evening plan if the hours and smart casual dress code fit the occasion. For a different setting or schedule, compare Highland Manor, Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen, Santiago's Bodega, Terramia Ristorante, or Kobé Japanese Steakhouse - Altamonte Springs.
What should a first-timer know about The Back Room Steakhouse?
Plan around dinner only: Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30–10 PM and Sunday from 4–9 PM, with Monday and Tuesday closed. The venue is in Apopka, and the dress code is smart casual.
