A new, casual steakhouse is open in the Triangle. Here’s where to find it
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- LongHorn Steakhouse opened in Selma at Eastfield mixed‑use development off I‑95.
- Restaurant to employ about 90 people and joins national brands at Eastfield.
- Menu features steaks from $17, sides and other entrees like burgers and ribs.
One of the country’s most popular steakhouse chains has expanded in the Triangle.
LongHorn Steakhouse, a concept owned by Darden Restaurants, is now open in Selma.
The casual steakhouse has moved into Eastfield, a mixed-use development off Interstate 95 between exits 97 and 98. LongHorn Steakhouse has existing Triangle locations in Garner, Apex and Raleigh.
The LongHorn Steakhouse opening will create between 75 and 100 new jobs in the Selma area, the restaurant told The News & Observer in an email.
LongHorn Steakhouse, expected to employ around 90 people, is the latest national restaurant brand to open at Eastfield, joining Panda Express and Olive Garden, another Darden concept.
“We’re happy to welcome LongHorn Steakhouse to Eastfield, the first in Johnston County, N.C., and we look forward to enjoying LongHorn’s famous fresh, never frozen, expertly grilled steaks,” Kevin Dougherty, president of Eastfield developer AdVenture Development, said in a news release.
Eastfield also hosts retailers including Old Navy, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Hobby Lobby, Ulta Beauty and Academy Sports and Outdoors.
The development will welcome Johnston County’s first Target.
LongHorn Steakhouse menu
LongHorn serves steakhouse classics including ribeyes, sirloins and filets, with cuts starting at $17.
Steaks can be paired with seafood such as grilled shrimp and lobster. On the side, diners can choose from options including mac and cheese, loaded baked potatoes, steamed asparagus, fries and mashed potatoes.
The restaurant also serves a cheeseburger and chicken sandwich ($14), and other meat entrees such as grilled lamb chops, chicken tenders, baby back ribs and pork chops (starting at $16).
Meals for children, such as cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, mac and cheese and a small sirloin, start at $7.
Selma’s LongHorn Steakhouse is located at 151 Saint Mark Ave.
This story has been updated.
This story was originally published March 3, 2026 at 12:22 PM.
