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This past week Olivia and Evie turned one! Their party isn’t for a few weeks but we still wanted to celebrate their big day. We decided to take them out for lunch and headed to Houlihan’s. Now, I’m trying to watch what I eat so we haven’t been eating out as much lately but I was really excited to try the new lighter fare menu where all of the dishes are 590 calories are less.
It had been awhile since we had been to a Houlihan’s and I was excited to see the wide variety of food that is available. Whatever you’re in the mood for, you’re most likely going to find it at Houlihan’s! Houlihan’s Restaurants also knows that guests are looking for fresh, quality ingredients, menu variety and affordable options. That’s why I was so excited to order off the lighter fare menu.
All of the choices sounded delicious, but the Lemon & Herb Grilled Chicken was the dish that I was craving! It’s only 550 calories and features tuscan white beans, organic kale-spinach-chard blend, roasted artichokes, tomatoes and herbed broth along with the lemon & herb grilled chicken. I absolutely love kale and artichokes so I knew it was going to be a great combination and it was – full of flavor and very filling!
My husband chose not have something off the lighter fare menu as he was craving the French Dip Sandwich. Something we really love about Houlihan’s is the great variety of sides that you can choose from and he ordered tortilla chips and salsa. The French Dip had me drooling and you will be too – it’s got slow roasted and thin-sliced angus roast beef, swiss cheese on a toasted baguettewith au jus and horseradish mayo. YUM!
Next up was some delicious kid’s meals {I know they were delicious because I may have taken a few bites!} for Hayden, Olivia and Evie. Hayden LOVED the options available on the children’s menu at Houlihan’s. He opted for the cheese pizza with a side of green beans. It was “cheeseyrific” and he ate it all, which he normally doesn’t do.
For our happy little one year old’s, we ordered grilled cheese and green beans and they LOVED it. It was actually the first time that they had tried grilled cheese and I think it’s safe to say they are hooked! You can totally see Evie’s little hand grabbing a green bean!
These girls were SO happy dining at Houlihan’s for their birthday lunch!
If you’re headed to Houlihan’s anytime soon, you’ll definitely want to check out their lighter fare menu – remember, everything is less than 590 calories! I’m already planning on going back there for dinner with just my husband so we can enjoy a date night. Below are some other items you’ll find on this limited-time only menu!
Sirloin Steak Salad – 590 Calories
Key Lime Mousse – 420 Calories
Basil Cocktail – 140 Calories
As you can see, the lighter fare menu doesn’t skimp on flavor – it features entrees, desserts and cocktails that are totally drool-worthy, all while being easier on your waistband. If you head to Houlihan’s and try something off the menu {and LOVE it!} make sure to share on Twitter or Instagram by tagging @Houlihans and using the hashtag #SoEatingThis!
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Wow that’s the lighter menu?? Everything looks delicious especially the chicken dish!!
That French Dip looks AMAZING! I wish we had a Houlihan’s near me!
I haven’t eaten at a Houlihan’s in forever. There used to be one in Boston, but it closed a few years back and I am not even sure if there are any other ones in my area? I will have to look into that.
Would love to try the Sirloin Steak Salad
I like the miso grilled salmon.
that Sirloin Steak Salad is calling my name. i just found out i have his restaurant near me.. eeek i need to go there!
Lemon & Herb Grilled Chicken sounds great to try.
I would love to try the Miso Grilled Salmon paired with Chocolate Mousse. That would be worth a trip to Houlihan’s even without the Gift Card.
I want to try the sirloin steak salad!
I love Houlihan’s so much, as do my kids. I want to try everything! Though the cocktail sounds most appealing after the week I’ve had. . .
I haven’t been to Houlihans in a while. I need to make a date with hubs to go soon. I really think I would love the lemon herb chicken!
I so want that Key Lime Mousse!! I love it when places are family/kid friendly!
Love the fresh veggies served in the kids meal! I’m always a sucker for a good sandwich too.
Everything looks wonderful. I would love to try the Rice Noodle Salad. Or one of the desserts. The Key Lime Mousse certainly gets you in the mood for spring.
I would like the Miso Grilled Salmon.
the miso grilled salmon would be yummy!
I absolutely love it when restaurants add a low calorie section tot their menu. Not everyone likes to indulge when they go out to dinner, so this is perfect. I am definitely more likely to revisit a restaurant with clearly defined healthy menu options!
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All of the meals look so good – and the girls are adorable! Wish I had a Houlihans near me!
The rice noodle salad with ginger soy prime top sirloin sounds good!
I didn’t know they had all those neat side options! I also didn’t know about that key lime mousse. YUM!
I would love to try out the key lime mousse!
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Starting with dessert first, I would do the chocolate AND key lime mousse! I also want to try the grilled chicken and the sirloin steak salad. Thanks for the chance to win!
I don’t have a Houlihan’s near me but that sirloin steak salad looks amazing! Even though my husband thinks salads ruin steak lol.
I’d like to try the RICE NOODLE SALAD WITH GINGER-SOY USDA PRIME TOP
SIRLOIN.
We don’t have a Houlihans near us. However, that sirloin steak plate looks so good!
Oh my goodness gracious those beautiful babies!! The food looks delicious too!
the key lime mousse
I have never heard of this restaurant but that food you got looks amazing! I will have to look for it. 🙂
Rice Noodle Salad with Ginger-Soy Top Sirloin
I can’t wait to try the key lime mousse!
Those French Dip sandwiches look soooo good. Although, I would have preferred fries with mine though 🙂
The kale and artichoke dish are terrific. I love the portions and the food. Yum
One already, wow!
I’d like to try that moscato martini!
I’d like to try the miso grilled salmon.
The grilled chicken looks good!
The Sirloin Steak Salad sounds yummy
The sirloin steak salad looks so yummy!!! As well as the basil cocktail, yum!!
I’m going for the Steak Salad….that looks really appetizing right about now.
i would like to try lemon herb grilled chicken
I would love the martini from the lighter fare menu. 🙂
I would love to try the miso grilled salmon.
Ooh, I’d like to try the chocolate mousse!
I’d like to try the Lemon & Herb Grilled Chicken
The chicken does look amazing!!!
I’d try the chocolate mousse!!
I”d love to try the lemon and herb grilled chicken
Definitely the key lime mousse!
The miso glazed salmon looks great!!
I want to try the Sirloin Steak Salad! Looks so good!
The lemon and herb chicken.
Lemon & Herb Grilled chicken looks good!
The lemon herb grilled chicken
I want to try the Sirloin Steak Salad!
I’d like to try the Key Lime Mousse and the chocolate one too.