21 Copycat Restaurant Favorites Everyone Orders Every Time

By Stephanie Manley Updated 03/20/26

There is a reason certain dishes get ordered again and again. They are reliable, flavorful, and exactly what everyone at the table agrees on. These copycat recipes bring those restaurant favorites home so you can skip the wait and still enjoy the meals your family loves most.

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Olive Garden Grilled Chicken Flatbread

Olive Garden Grilled Chicken Flatbread
Olive Garden Grilled Chicken Flatbread. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Grilled chicken flatbread with Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, roasted peppers, basil, and garlic recreates the Olive Garden appetizer favorite.
Get the Recipe: Olive Garden Grilled Chicken Flatbread

Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken

Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken
Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Juicy grilled chicken topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions, and melted cheese recreates the hearty Texas Roadhouse smothered chicken.
Get the Recipe: Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken

Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

Cracker Barrel Meatloaf
Cracker Barrel Meatloaf. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Tender meatloaf made with Ritz crackers and finished with a tangy glaze recreates the comforting Cracker Barrel homestyle dinner.
Get the Recipe: Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

Chili’s Baby Back Ribs

Chili’s Baby Back Ribs
Chili’s Baby Back Ribs. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Slow-cooked baby back ribs coated in a rich barbecue sauce recreate the fall-apart tender Chili’s restaurant favorite.
Get the Recipe: Chili’s Baby Back Ribs

Buffalo Wild Wings Buffalo Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings Buffalo Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings Buffalo Wings. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Crispy fried wings tossed in buttery hot sauce recreate the bold, tangy Buffalo Wild Wings classic appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Wild Wings Buffalo Wings

Olive Garden Sausage and Peppers Rustica

Olive Garden Sausage and Peppers Rustica
Olive Garden Sausage and Peppers Rustica. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Italian sausage with peppers, marinara, and melted mozzarella over pasta recreates the hearty Olive Garden Rustica favorite.
Get the Recipe: Olive Garden Sausage and Peppers Rustica

Texas Roadhouse Deviled Eggs

Texas Roadhouse Deviled Eggs
Texas Roadhouse Deviled Eggs. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Creamy deviled eggs topped with caramelized bacon recreate the rich and savory Texas Roadhouse appetizer favorite.
Get the Recipe: Texas Roadhouse Deviled Eggs

Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Buttery biscuits with cheddar cheese and garlic seasoning recreate the warm and savory Red Lobster Cheddar Bay classic.
Get the Recipe: Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Wings and Things Garlic Buffalo Wings

Wings and Things Garlic Buffalo Wings
Wings and Things Garlic Buffalo Wings. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Lightly breaded wings fried and tossed in a garlic buffalo sauce recreate the flavorful Wings and Things signature wings.
Get the Recipe: Wings and Things Garlic Buffalo Wings

Ruth’s Chris Barbecue Shrimp

Ruth’s Chris Barbecue Shrimp
Ruth’s Chris Barbecue Shrimp. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Shrimp cooked in a buttery Cajun sauce with garlic and wine recreates the bold and savory Ruth’s Chris steakhouse favorite.
Get the Recipe: Ruth’s Chris Barbecue Shrimp

Panda Express Broccoli Beef

Panda Express Broccoli Beef
Panda Express Broccoli Beef. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Tender beef and crisp broccoli in a savory brown sauce recreate the classic Panda Express takeout favorite.
Get the Recipe: Panda Express Broccoli Beef

Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Chicken

Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Chicken
Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Chicken. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Grilled chicken with grains, vegetables, and dressing recreates the fresh and hearty Panera Mediterranean bowl.
Get the Recipe: Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Chicken

Wingstop Cajun Fried Corn

Wingstop Cajun Fried Corn
Wingstop Cajun Fried Corn. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Crispy corn tossed in Cajun spices recreates the bold and flavorful Wingstop fried corn side dish.
Get the Recipe: Wingstop Cajun Fried Corn

Big Boy Strawberry Pie

Big Boy Strawberry Pie
Big Boy Strawberry Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Fresh strawberries in a glossy glaze with a flaky crust recreate the classic Big Boy diner-style strawberry pie.
Get the Recipe: Big Boy Strawberry Pie

LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken

LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken
LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Marinated chicken topped with a crispy parmesan crust recreates the savory LongHorn Steakhouse favorite.
Get the Recipe: LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Lawry’s Creamed Spinach with Bacon

Lawry’s Creamed Spinach with Bacon
Lawry’s Creamed Spinach with Bacon. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Creamy spinach with bacon, onions, and seasoning recreates the rich and savory Lawry’s steakhouse side dish.
Get the Recipe: Lawry’s Creamed Spinach with Bacon

Jason’s Deli Garlic Toast

Jason’s Deli Garlic Toast
Jason’s Deli Garlic Toast. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Toasted baguette slices brushed with garlic oil recreate the crisp and flavorful Jason’s Deli garlic toast.
Get the Recipe: Jason’s Deli Garlic Toast

Shells Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Shells Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Shells Garlic Shrimp Pasta. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Shrimp tossed with garlic sauce and pasta recreates the simple and flavorful Shells restaurant favorite.
Get the Recipe: Shells Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Panda Express Chili Crisp Shrimp

Panda Express Chili Crisp Shrimp
Panda Express Chili Crisp Shrimp. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Crispy shrimp with vegetables and chili oil sauce recreates the spicy Panda Express chili crisp shrimp dish.
Get the Recipe: Panda Express Chili Crisp Shrimp

Brennan’s Garlic Bread

Brennan’s Garlic Bread
Brennan’s Garlic Bread. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Toasted bread with garlic butter and herbs recreates the classic Brennan’s New Orleans garlic bread.
Get the Recipe: Brennan’s Garlic Bread

Arby’s Beef and Cheddar

Arby’s Beef and Cheddar
Arby’s Beef and Cheddar. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Thinly sliced roast beef with cheddar sauce and red ranch on an onion roll recreates the classic Arby’s sandwich.
Get the Recipe: Arby’s Beef and Cheddar

O’Charley’s California Chicken Salad

O’Charley’s California Chicken Salad
O’Charley’s California Chicken Salad. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Grilled chicken with strawberries, pecans, blue cheese, and balsamic dressing recreates the fresh O’Charley’s salad.
Get the Recipe: O’Charley’s California Chicken Salad

McDonald’s Hamburger Copycat

McDonald’s Hamburger Copycat
McDonald’s Hamburger Copycat. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Thin beef patties with pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard recreate the classic McDonald’s hamburger.
Get the Recipe: McDonald’s Hamburger Copycat

Benihana Hibachi Steak

Benihana Hibachi Steak
Benihana Hibachi Steak. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Seared steak with mushrooms and savory sauce recreates the classic Benihana hibachi-style steak dinner.
Get the Recipe: Benihana Hibachi Steak

Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt

Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Smoky chicken with avocado, peppers, and melted cheese on focaccia recreates the Panera sandwich favorite.
Get the Recipe: Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt

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