A TikTok video posted by creator Chris Cruze, under the handle @cruze_shenanigans, recently showed a very rare steak served at what appears to be a LongHorn Steakhouse. The video, which has garnered significant attention, prominently features a large, grilled steak alongside french fries on a white plate. The plate displays the distinct red and white logo for “LongHorn Steakhouse.”
The video opens with a close-up view of the steak, which on-screen text identifies as a “Wagyu Rubeye,” likely a typo for Ribeye. A person, dressed in blue denim overalls over a dark t-shirt, is seen using a knife and fork to cut into the meat. The on-screen text also poses a direct question to viewers, asking, “You eating this Wagyu Rubeye or sending it RIGHT back to the chef???”
As the person cuts into the steak, a woman’s voice is heard off-screen, asking, “There you go. Are you good? You want it more? Was that perfect?” The knife slices through the steak, revealing a deep pink to purplish-red interior, which appears to indicate a blue rare or rare doneness. Following this, an off-screen man is heard asking, “Is that what y’all are doing?” before immediately adding, “That’s beautiful, man. Good. Excellent.” This statement appears to suggest satisfaction with the steak’s very rare preparation.
The Doneness of the Steak Sparks Debate Among Viewers
The video’s public caption further invites discussion, asking, “How would you say this steak is cooked???” The clip then shows the person lifting a piece of the steak on their fork, clearly displaying its extremely undercooked center. This visual, combined with the off-screen comments, prompted a range of reactions from viewers regarding the steak’s doneness and quality.
The man’s positive remark, “That’s beautiful, man. Good. Excellent,” seems to indicate that the steak was cooked to his preference, despite its rare appearance. This perspective contrasts sharply with many of the comments left by other TikTok users, who expressed differing opinions on the steak’s doneness and its apparent quality.
The specific doneness of the meat, described as a very rare, deep pink to purplish-red interior, became a central point of discussion. While some diners prefer their steak cooked to this level, many viewers appeared to find it unappetizingly undercooked. The video’s creator, Chris Cruze, did not appear to offer further commentary within the video itself regarding the steak’s preparation.
The visual evidence from the video, showing the steak’s interior, seemed to be the primary driver of viewer engagement. The contrast between the off-screen man’s approval and the apparent doneness of the steak created a talking point for those who watched the video.
The video’s public caption also included hashtags such as #steak, #ribeye, #wagyu, and #dinner, which likely contributed to its reach and engagement among users interested in food content. The discussion surrounding the steak’s preparation continued to unfold in the comments section.
The comment section of the video reflected a variety of opinions on the steak’s doneness and whether it truly was Wagyu beef. Several viewers commented directly on the steak’s raw appearance and perceived quality.
One user wrote, “Most definitely not Waygu and it is raw with a horrible sear!!” Another comment stated, “that is too tough for wague.” A third viewer simply noted, “They call anything wagyu.” Other comments included, “Texas roadhouse is so much better. That sounded horrible to cut. not even tender,” and “Back to the chef.. lil too raw for me.” One user also described the steak as being “Cut like boot leather.” The comments even name-checked a rival chain, with one viewer writing “Texas roadhouse is so much better,” and a TikTok user there later said she found what appears to be a small worm on her broccoli stem.
