Illinois Man Alleges Receiving Cheaper Steak Instead of Filet Mignon at Texas Roadhouse
Kenneth Card, a regular customer at Texas Roadhouse in Forsyth, Illinois, alleges he was served a cheaper sirloin steak instead of the pricier filet mignon he ordered on three occasions. Card, a former cook familiar with meat cuts, shared his experience in a viral TikTok video warning others. Texas Roadhouse acknowledged one mix-up, stating it was corrected promptly, but could not verify multiple incidents. Card reported raising concerns with staff and management during his visits.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (46/100). Lens Score 38/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (38–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 26 Oct, 01:19 pm. Other outlets followed.