# Signature Smoked Steak Meals The Outback Steakhouse Smoked Porterhouse is Smokily Served By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-12-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoked-porterhouse References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2022/12/20/outback-introduces-new-smoked-porterhouse-served-under-a-dome-of-smoke/) & [outback](https://www.outback.com)  The [Outback Steakhouse Smoked](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-steak) Porterhouse is being offered as a complexly flavored menu item from the restaurant brand for patrons to try out as a decidedly elevated take on a classic. The meal consists of New York striploin and filet tenderloin cuts cooked to perfection before being smoked to give them a decidedly aromatic flavor profile. The steak comes served under a dome with smoke to further enhance the dramatic serving of the meal when arriving at the patron's table. The Outback Steakhouse Smoked Porterhouse is only available as a dine-in option and is arriving at participating locations for a limited time only. The meal takes inspiration from fare traditionally found at [high-end restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paris-steak) and is likely to be a hit amongst consumers seeking an artisan option to enjoy. Image Credit: Outback ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smoked Meat Trend:** Offering smoked meat as a menu item is catching on among restaurants for consumers who want an elevated and artisan take on classic dishes. - **Dramatic Serving Trend:** Serving dishes under a dome with smoke is gaining popularity for its dramatic and memorable effect on diners. - **Limited-time Deals Trend:** Offering limited-time menu items creates a sense of urgency and exclusivity among consumers looking for unique dining experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants can add value and differentiation to their menu offerings by incorporating smoked meats and offering dramatic presentations to meals. - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The smoked meat trend can create new opportunities for food and beverage manufacturers to develop and market artisanal meat products for restaurants and consumers. - **Marketing Industry:** Marketers can leverage the limited-time deal trend to create buzz and generate excitement around new menu items and promotions in the restaurant industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Asian-Inspired Beef Tenderloin Entrees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-steak.md) - [Steak-Centric Winter Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steakcation-menu.md) - [Espresso-Infused Steak Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-butter-steak-topping.md) - [Ocean-Themed Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/great-barrier-eats-menu.md) - [Festive Steakhouse Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outback-steakhouse-holiday-menu.md) - [Hot Honey-Highlighting Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-heat-season-menu.md) - [Chile-Topped Australian Ribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aussie-chook-ribs.md) - [Celebratory Throwback Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outback-steakhouse-boomerang-menu.md) - [Crunchy Carrot-Topped Steaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filet-sheila.md)