Queen Creek surveys residents on favorite steakhouses

In response to frequent feedback from Queen Creek residents who want a sit-down steakhouse, the town launched a social media campaign to determine what steak restaurants are popular — and the results are in.

The town’s "Rare Opportunity" campaign ran on LinkedIn and Facebook during Economic Development Week, May 12-16.

The top five steakhouse brands visited by Queen Creek residents are:

1. Texas Roadhouse
2. The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
3. Outback Steakhouse
4. Bourbon & Bones Chophouse
5. Longhorn Steakhouse

“Residents are currently spending over $63 million on dining at restaurants outside of Queen Creek. This highlights a significant unmet demand for full-service restaurants, including steakhouses, within the community,” according to information from the town’s economic development department.

The campaign focused on reaching key developers and brokers representing restaurants.

In November, the town issued a request for proposals for a full-service steak restaurant at Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre.

Successful applicants will have the opportunity to lease land for a two-story restaurant and possible retail.