The Cheesecake Factory Has a Huge Menu But They Still Need to Add These 6 Dishes

No matter how much time goes by, The Cheesecake Factory continues to be one of the most popular restaurants for sit-down eating. While it’s not fine dining, it’s a great place to eat if you want to have a good meal while being surrounded by family and friends. One of the biggest draws of the restaurant is its huge menu. It’s like opening a book that’s filled with tasty drinks, appetizers, entrees, and, of course, amazing cheesecake options.

The menu at The Cheesecake Factory is so huge that when you look up their menu online, there’s a search function so you can find what you need without endless scrolling. Still, there’s always room for improvement. We have combed through the menu and found some missing entries that we think customers would really like. Check these out and see what you think.

A Traditional Lasagna

The Cheesecake Factory has a lot of pasta options on its menu. There are so many, in fact, that you have to click “view more items” on their online menu just to see them all. They have several different types of fettuccini Alfredo and chicken pasta dishes. However, as of right now, they don’t have a traditional lasagna. It seems like people who go to the restaurant for Italian food would like that.

Why A Lasagna Would Work

Who doesn’t love lasagna? This menu option would likely be very popular, especially if someone wanted Italian food but not traditional pasta. A well-made lasagna packs in a lot of flavor. The Cheesecake Factory could even choose to make different types of lasagna with different cheeses and sauces. I believe it’s only a matter of time before we see this on the menu.

Fried Pickles

When it comes to appetizers, The Cheesecake Factory is no slouch. They have everything from egg rolls and chicken pot stickers to fried calamari. However, what they don’t have at the time of this writing is an appetizer offering of fried pickles. These days, it’s hard to find a restaurant that doesn’t offer these in some form. Maybe it’s time for a change?

Why Fried Pickles Would Be Great

Granted, not everyone loves fried pickles or pickles in general. However, the folks that do really love them. It seems that fried pickles would be popular enough to sell well and make it worth adding to the menu. Either pickles spears or coins would be great. They could pair them with a selection of dipping sauces and really have a hit on their hands.

Hot Dog or Brat Option

One of the many reasons why people love The Cheesecake Factory is for their big burger selection. They have bistro burgers, smokehouse BBQ burgers, mushroom burgers, meat-free burgers, and even a macaroni and cheeseburger. But where are the hot dog or brat options? Sure, this is not a hot dog stand, but when faced with the choice, many may go with the hot dog.

Can A Hot Dog Option Work At The Cheesecake Factory?

Some may think that a hot dog would be out of place, and it’s true that you wouldn’t typically expect to see this offering here, but it is possible. After all, there are many ways to elevate a hot dog. Countless condiments, including truffle mayo, sriracha aioli, honey mustard, and Thousand Island dressing, can bring a hot dog to a new level, and this restaurant can benefit from that.

Fish Florentine

Though you may not think of it at first, The Cheesecake Factory is a great place for seafood. They have a wide variety of options, including fresh grilled salmon, herb-crusted salmon, cajun salmon, and miso salmon. The one thing that the restaurant seems to be missing is a great fish florentine dish.

Why Fish Florentine?

For those not in the know, fish florentine is a fish dish that typically involves cooked spinach and a mornay sauce. This is an understated dish that is actually quite elegant, and you could get it at The Cheesecake Factory if this dream comes true. It could be served with potatoes seasoned with salt and pepper for the perfect dish.

Philly Cheesesteak Pasta

The Cheesecake Factory has many unique pastas. They have their famous spicy rigatoni vodka, the farfalle with chicken and roasted garlic, and their tasty cajun jambalaya. Now, it’s time to add a whole new unique pasta. Offering Philly cheesesteak pasta would make this restaurant even more popular than it is today, and it could get new fans.

The Perfect Philly Cheesesteak Pasta

Just imagine this dish being put in front of you at the restaurant. An amazing Philly cheesesteak pasta complete with onions, mushrooms, peppers, tender skirt steak, and a creamy sauce. Then, you add the amazing cheese. Every bite is delicious. We think this dish would fit nicely on their already large menu.

Funfetti Cheesecake

Finally, no dream Cheesecake Factory menu would be complete without a new piece of cheesecake. We recommend the Funfetti cheesecake. This slice would make it so every age group has their own cheesecake to love. Like all Funfetti products, the slice would be colorful and fun, and kids and adults would both enjoy it. We think it would be a hit on the menu.

Other Cheesecake Runner-Ups

While we believe that the Funfetti cheesecake is a sure winner, there are some other cheesecakes that we think the restaurant should consider. For instance, how about a keto cheesecake or one with Nutella? A peach cobbler cheesecake could be really great, especially in the summer. Any of these options would likely be a great hit on a Cheesecake Factory menu.

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