Best steakhouse in Kernersville!! The "Texas" brown sugar chili spice crust is such a game changer if you're looking for something other than a normal plain grilled steak. Steaks always come out perfect and the crab dip is very tasty as well! This place is a must try read more

Outwest - Texas spiced Ribeye - 14oz. Blackened shrimp Loaded potato - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

Nice selection of steak chicken and seafood . Food is always good and not too expensive for what you get. Nice little steakhouse! A local favorite. read more

Great dinner with Chris as our waiter. 25 min wait when we walked in but he grabbed us and said he had a table by the bar. We caned our name on the waitlist and he took great care of us. Outstanding old fashioned and great burger. Sitting in the bar area was not crowded, noisy or rushed. We had a wonderful evening. Thanks Chris read more

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Wow ! This place is a hidden gem in kernersville . I was in town for a conference and the hotel manager recommended it . The ambiance is that of a western steakhouse in Texas. Our server Chris was soooo pleasant and kind. I got the steak kabobs medium well , with a baked sweet potato and brussel sprouts. Everything was flavorful and filling. This place is a must try ! read more

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We absolutely love coming for dinner. The atmosphere is perfect for a date night, family celebration, or just because. read more

Outwest - Bib and Beet Salad with vinaigrette - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

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I am so trying to give this establishment a chance. The atmosphere is inviting, service is decent yet total fail on the food. We love the bar area and historically have had good service. After my visit a few weeks ago, I decided to hold off on my review. Tonight sealed the deal. The lack of quality on our previous visit brought the owner, Mike to our table. He is a great guy with a passion to deliver. He advised me, going forward to request a mushroom Swiss burger and they will gladly take care of me. Tonight, I attempted to place that order and was shut down. Christine, the manager on duty advised our server that they were too busy to slice mushrooms and make a special burger. Wow!!!! Needless to say, it all went down hill from there. The fry's came out cold and the burger came out well done and very dry. If you are going to charge $16 for a burger, it should be perfect. Sorry Mike....i tried but won't be back. read more

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First off, they do not take Reservations and the wait is lengthy at times BUT it goes by fast and it is well worth the wait. The Chicken nachos were not just your average everyday nachos, different and delicious. Caesar Salad was one of the best I've ever had. Our Steaks were tender and the sauces were so good. We ordered key lime pie to share even though we had a lot of our meal left to take home, it was really good but next time we will try the German Chocolate Cake, it looked really good! The menu is quite large and hard to decide but this Steak House is VERY good and the wait staff is excellent! read more

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Prompt and friendly service. Food prepared to order and flavorful. Nice atmosphere with comfortable seating.

This place is always a sure thing. The extensive menu, quality service and elevated yet family/friendly atmosphere checks all of the boxes. It's a wonderful special occasion dinner spot. read more

Wow! Exceeded my expectations! The prime rib was one of the best I've had! I had the Texas spice burger and it was beautifully cooked and tasted great! There were 5 of us and we all loved our entrees. Salmon, pork loin, hamburger and prime rib! Tre was the best server ever! So attentive and on top of it! Thank you for a dinner that was as good as the price! Great value for the food! Better than any steak house I've had in the Triad! read more

We came early so we could get a seat quick, it worked. Seated immediately we were met by our waitress Diane who was wonderful. Bright and funny she really made the experience whole. My wife and I both enjoyed the prime rib. Cooked perfectly to medium rare it was so tasty, kudos to the chef! Too full for desert we'll save that for another time. Thanks to the whole staff, our dining was epic! read more

Hands down, one of the best tasting restaurants in town. The only issue I have are their business hours. They open way too late in the day for me for the food to be as good as it is. I love their steaks...they hit! read more

Came in with over an hour till closing. Got seated right away. Waited 10 minutes till I asked if I was going to see a server for even a glass of water. "Yes sir!" Waited 10 more minutes with multiple servers passing by my table again. Walked out Absolutely pathetic Only reason it's 2 and not a one, is because the food looked amazing, but didn't even get to try it read more

Outwest - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

Birthday dinner vibes! I had the pleasure of being treated to dinner at Outwest for my birthday and they did not disappoint! I knew this was going to be a great experience when we parked. We arrived at 4pm, they open at 4:30 and there was already a line forming. The door was opened promptly at 4:30 and we were seated quickly. The staff was all very polite and professional. We were served out drinks quickly. My Strawberry Margarita was a mocktail by request but they have the real thing as well. We started off with the crab dip appetizer. It came out quickly after ordering. It was warm, cheesy and delicious. The toasted flatbread was some and warm as well. I would definitely get this again. For the entree I had the Grilled Shrimp with the Honey Bourbon Glaze on the side. Thanks to our waitress for flagging the heat level on the glaze. It was about a 7 out of ten for heat intensity. It was very tasty but having it on the side allowed me to manage the experience. My broccoli and baked potato were cooked to perfection with very little salt or pepper needed for seasoning. I love when my broccoli is still bright green but also not hard to chew. For dessert, honestly I was stuffed but it's my birthday so we have to have cake right! We chose the strawberry shortcake cheesecake that was on special for the weekend. It was so decadent and rich that I couldn't only have a couple of bites but I took it home to enjoy later. I have an amazing birthday dinner and I can't wait to come back to try some other menu items. Pro tip: Arrive early and hungry! read more

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I've seen people frequenting this place and leaving a lot of love for it, and whenever I do find myself driving by near dinner hours it is always PACKED. I had never visited before because at least for me, it's not super convenient to where I live, and quite honestly... I make a better steak at home with some effort. But, sometimes there is an occasion where you'd like a steak dinner and not have to cook it yourself, AND in this case it did happen to be on the path to an evening activity, so we used it as a date night spot. We had tickets for a 7:30 show in Winston, and they do not do reservations here. Even eating at the old folks hour of 5pm, there was a 30 minute wait. It was easily over an hour by the time we left. They text you when ready so we got to sit in our car instead of packed into the lobby, and our wait time was actually less than quoted. I'm sure you'll be surprised when I tell you there is a western ranch theme here. Less like a kitschy steakhouse, more nicely appointed. Our server was ontop of things by and large, you can tell this place runs like a well oiled machine as they can expect to be busy every night. We started with a french onion soup to split, one of our favorites when we can find it. This one was pretty good, i wouldn't say one of the best around, but definitely worth trying. Nice thick layer of cheese and bread soaking up the oniony broth. We opted for salads with our meal, she went caesar, I went house. Both fresh and crisp, the caesar probably slightly better. Somehow... steakhouses always seem to have an excellent caesar dressing. She went with a special, a top sirloin with a chimichurri and roasted brussel sprouts. I opted for a strip steak in a creamy mushroom peppercorn sauce and loaded potato. Both steaks were cooked exactly how we ordered them, I found it interesting they had sliced them for us. We made further cuts to the large pieces, but I've not really had a steakhouse do that before. It did result in more sauce available, and in my case, that was very welcome. Meat was great, but the sauce really set it off. My wife's steak was also cooked right, but her chimichurri was a bit boring. Needed some kind of kick, it was fine, but not a highlight. Brussels were nicely roasted, my baked potato was indeed loaded. All told, we can see why this place is well liked. It won't be a place we go often, but if the occasion arises, we'd come back! read more

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Get there early or late!! It is crazy how busy this place gets at 430 when they open. The beet salad - add salmon is my favorite. !! My husband got a steak, and he said it was delicious. Cooked perfectly. The ambience is pretty loud and busy- so not the place for a romantic meal. But definitely the place for a fun, delicious evening read more

Outwest - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

I got sick eating there! I will never go back again. The food is grossly over priced and the service is poor.

I'm beginning this review at the very beginning of dinner with my family a party of 11. These first 10 minutes of my visit our waitress Lisa has been extremely rude to me. I'm hoping this will change so that it doesn't effect my dining experience. I will return. Edit the morning after dinner: Lisa did seem to lighten up just a little with the rudeness. She continued to reach across me near my face without saying excuse me and the rudeness was still present. I only felt this towards me and didn't witness it with any other family members. As I stated, I was with my family a party of 11. My husband, my mother in love and myself arrived about 5 minutes after our family was seated. We played musical chairs a bit to get everyone situated. When Lisa began to take orders she started at my end of the table. I nicely informed her she can start at the other end of the table she said and I quote "No, I'm going to start here. If you are not ready, I won't take your order but I'm going start here." I was seated a the end of the table with my husband next to me. As she served my husband beer, water, food, she passed each of these items to my husband very near my face without saying excuse me. With a party of 11, gratuities were already added to our bill so I couldn't reflect my experience through the tip. This was our first visit to Outwest and I must say this experience took away from the beautiful medieval decor, the ambiance of the restaurant, even the food. I bought my dinner home because I was ready to leave. I didn't say anything because my family was having a good time. We had my nephew home from the Navy, 4 members visiting from PR, and another nephew visiting from Florida, I didn't want to ruin this for the family. I guess I will move on to the food now. Crab dip for appetizer was creamy and good. I would suggest frying the pita chips just for a crunchy with the creaminess of the dip. My husband had the onion soup, I tasted it, very good, not salty like some onion soups can be in restaurants. Salads were served in a chilled bowl and I appreciate that. We both ordered steaks. I would love an option to add seasonings to the steak prior to grilling in restaurants. Yet overall the steaks were decent quality. We are planning to have our steaks for lunch today. I did order the key lime pie to go(like I said I was ready to leave). It's in the fridge ready to be devoured. Overall, I hope to return with a different waitress and really enjoy the place. But first impressions are everything. I am genuinely a nice person who lives daily by the golden rule, right now my heart it is heavy with disbelief. I would also like to mention our dinner for 2 was $179 with gratuity. read more

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I've heard so much about how awesome this place is. The hostess was very polite seating us. It took awhile before the waitress greeted us, she was very pleasant. Looks like a typical western steakhouse inside. It wasn't too loud considering the number of people. Everyone said order the prime rib it's awesome. Let me tell you it was OK! Iwas not impressed especially considering how much they charged. $36 for a 12oz with 1 side. Honestly I've had much better at Texas Roadhouse. Maybe their normal chef wasn't in who knows. I ordered the Prime Rib medium Rare, it came out more medium. We had to ask for bread, the crust was so hard you could barely chew it with of course almost frozen butter. The best part of my meal was the sweet potato. If I go back I will not order the Prime Rib. read more

Outwest - Prime rib and sweet potato - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

Everything is great here. They open at 4 close at 9. Scrumptious! The wait staff is very attentive. We get the prime rib. And the German Chocolate cake is to die for! One serving can be split 4 ways. read more

Another great visit to Outwest Steak House. The food, service and ambiance are all 5/5. I ordered a full grilled chicken house salad with warm bacon vinaigrette, and my husband ordered salmon with mushrooms and a side salad. Everything was great! We didn't order a steak on this visit... They have the best steak around! My husband said the salmon was good but the ribeye is so much better. read more

We've been here a few times and really liked it. Last week we took the family for my birthday dinner, and everyone raved about the food. Spouse and I always split a 16oz prime rib that's amazing, and we get a couple extra sides to round it out. Let me tell you -- the Brussels sprouts are a must-try. They are delicious! Bacon and brown sugar make a humble veg into a delectable treat. Get the onion appetizer. Crisp and served with a nice sauce. And the crab dip! Wow! We were stuffed so we didn't get dessert this time, but I've had the crème brûlée before and loved it. The wait staff are efficient and friendly. And the bartenders did an especially great job on our cocktails. Get there early because their secret is out and there's a line half an hour before they open! read more

Get there early, there is always a long wait! That's because we really don't have real restaurants in Kernersville. The service has always been great. It is very loud inside. read more

Forgot to take a pic of the food because the smell was so enticing, I got carried away. The employees and our waiter Zach was very prepared for the massive influx of people on Fathers Day. Execution was fast and efficient for the number of people in the restaurant. I had Grilled Chicken with a Parmesan Black Pepper Marsala & Mushroom sauce, brussel sprouts, sautéed button mushrooms, Irish home fries with Blue Cheese sauce and the Lemon Blueberry Martini. The taste of each complimented the other exactly as should without being overwhelming. read more

Outwest - Lemon Blueberry Martini - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

Exceptional restaurant. We loved the service. Waitress was super helpful when choosing our selections. The steak I ordered was cooked to perfection. The ambiance was super nice and chill. Love the western style design of the place. They do have a great selection at the Bar. Overall a perfect place for a good dinner with your loved ones. read more

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Took my twins here for their birthday dinner this past week and had a good time! It did take a few minutes for our server to finally come take our drink order but once he realized we were there, the service was good the rest of the evening. They both definitely got steak (along with my wife) since that it what Outwest is known for and it was all cooked perfectly and seasoned well. I tried the grouper which was good but not exactly what I expected. I don't think the parmesan crust is necessary since the filet is basically sitting in a bowl of lemon caper sauce. The breading gets soggy and doesn't really work well with the sauce. The fish was cooked well but the dish was just muddled to me with the tomatoes and needed some texture or something to break things up. I think grilling the shrimp would help give it some added flavor and texture. My daughter ordered the shrimp and grits. The size of the shrimp was huge but the grits were not that great. It's almost as if the ancho chile and cheddar cheese competes too much with the parmesan cream sauce. Just too much going on I think and again I think grilling the shrimp would add a crunch/texture element that is missing in the dish. My youngest son ordered the kids cheeseburger and it is a great portion size. He could only eat half of it! We did order the potato wedges app and crab dip (did not get a picture of them). The wedges were good but I would prefer to have the ranch on the side so you have the option on how much to use as well as to help keep it cold. Warm ranch is ! The crab dip is very good but the pita chips could use a toast or something to crisp them up. We actually used the house rolls as they held up better to the dip. All in all it was a good evening and hope to go back somet read more

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Amazing apps, good steaks, all around solid spot! I came here for a work dinner the other night. We were a party of 15 and although originally intended to sit inside, one of the hosts let us know there was a spot outside that would be available sooner. They have an extensive wine menu as well as plenty of beers and a standard cocktail menu. Not a huge deal at all, but I do wish they had some N/A / mocktail offerings, a lot of places are expanding in that area and I think it would be nice if Outwest did too! I settled for a diet coke though while everyone else mostly had beers and old-fashioneds. One person did get a blue motorcycle which looked pretty interesting. For apps, we ordered just about "one of each" (my foodie dream come true) - the prime rib sliders, crab dip, filet medallions, blackened shrimp, mushrooms, and we even went for the lamb entree (as a starter!). I also had a bowl of the French onion soup. App-wise...all delicious! Filet medallions were cooked and seasoned perfectly (also made me excited for my entree because I had arrived set on a surf+turf), the blackened shrimp and avocado salsa hit the spot. The prime rib sliders...so so good (meat was super tender and juicy, the au jus was just a bonus), and even though I'm not big on mushrooms, they were fantastic as well. I don't have lamb often, but when I do, it normally does not disappoint, and this was no exception. It was also cooked and seasoned perfectly. The bread and butter were good too - piping hot rolls and a slightly softened/whipped butter. And we haven't even hit the main course! Pretty much everyone ordered a filet/prime rib and lobster tail. I also ordered the stuffed tomatoes as a premium side. I only requested the 7oz cut but barely made a dent in it after sampling all of the apps. My filet was delicious, cooked medium, and the lobster tail was huge - a lot larger than I had been expecting. I will say flavor wise, nothing compares to a fresh Maine lobster, but this serving certainly compensated in size for what it lacked in that special Maine touch! And finally for dessert - their special was apple cobbler cheesecake. As enticing as that was though (and plenty of others did order it), I went with the oreo crumb cheesecake and was very content with that decision. Only made it about 3 bites in before asking for a box! To make a long review short, this was a great spot for a teambuilding dinner and I would definitely recommend it for a similar function. I'd come on my own dime, but I definitely wouldn't be ordering as extensively-ha! Service was great, friendly, and very hospitable. Glasses were never empty and it seemed that dishes were being served continuously! read more

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Delicious surprise in Kernersville! My parents and I stopped by on Father's Day while in the area and had a wonderful experience. We sat at the bar and our servers were great! Super attentive and friendly. It was definitely steady this day and I know extremely busy before we arrived so the service was even more impressive. The restaurant itself is beautiful and the outdoor patio is spacious, covered with fans and umbrellas. Beautiful flowers, just an all around welcoming space. For food, we had the Texas Nachos and BBQ Bacon & Cheddar Chicken sandwiches. YUM! My mom and I agreed that that these were the best grilled chicken sandwiches we've had in a very long time, if not ever! The chicken was tender, the melty cheese and crispy bacon between two pillowy and buttery buns. I want another right now! I also loved the barbecue sauce. The fries are great and the ranch was delicious. Their prices were also reasonable. They do charge $1 a piece for side sauces, didn't realize that but they were worth it! Highly recommend this place! But be prepared to wait during busy times, or snag a seat at the bar if you're lucky! read more

Outwest - Texas-Style Chili Nachos - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

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Wonderful all around! Great service and food!! Great atmosphere! Will definitely be a regular

The parking lot was packed for an early Tuesday evening, but we were seated right away. Our server was clueless about the bar menu. The menu Old Fashioned called for Spiced Rum. I told her I wanted a regular Old Fashioned. Puzzled look. I said "made with bourbon as an Old Fashioned should be" she said "i'll have to talk to the bartender." Suddenly, our party grew and we had to change tables and servers. Thank goodness, it was gonna be a long night. Our new server (Katarin) got it, and I got my Knob Creek Old Fashioned in short order. WARNING: bread is free, but you have to ask for it. Its a crispy, French dinner roll. Served hot. Butter, however, came straight from the fridge. Would have been better at room temperature. So we started with the crab dip. Lots of crab meat in a creamy sauce, baked with a lightly browned Parmesan cheese finish. Toasted pita chips. Ample serving for five. Delicious start to the evening. Next were house salads. The typical mix of lettuce, tomato, cukes, and cheese, with choice of housemade dressing. Fresh. I chose French Onion Soup instead of salad. My absolute favorite! A rich, beefy broth, lots of onions, topped with Guyere chese, perfectly melted over a piece of crusty French bread. Yum yum! Carolyn had the 7oz filet and loaded baked potato. The steak was a perfect medium. A slightly crisp outside, and beautiful pink center. Tender and tasty ($36). Best filet we've had in a while. I went for the single rack of Baby Back Ribs ($22). Slow cooked, fall off the bone doneness. A really tasty dry rub and served with a tangy BBQ sauce on the side. I highly recommend the ribs. Liz had the salmon. Pan seared to perfection. Liz loves salmon and was quite pleased. Daniel had a well done (OMG) New York Strip. The kitchen did a great job of not turning this great cut of meat to ash. Managed a touch of pink and preserved juiciness, yet satisfied his desire for no red. Served with A-1. Ok, he's young and will eventually figure out how to eat steak. Loaded baked potatoes were nicely cooked and smothered with cheese, bacon bits, sour cream, and chives. Actually better than I expected. All in all, a great meal all around. Katarina was attentive without hovering. She offered dessert but we were too full. We did see some deserts come to nearby tables and they looked great. This is one of those places you could make a meal of appetizers and dessert. We'll have to try that one time. Decor is very nice. Prices are well in line with comparable restaurants. Cgeck out the horse statues ohtside the entrance. This is a gem in Kernersville and we shall return!! Highly recommended for special occasions. read more

Outwest - Baby Back Ribs - single rack. - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

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Loved the ambiance and the cocktails. Food was just meh! The brussel sprouts had great flavor, but they were swimming in oil. The crab cakes were mostly breading. I did think the garlic mashed potatoes were good. I got a glass of wine that was actually about 2/3 of a glass. Service was excellent. read more

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Love coming to Out West. Conveniently located in Kernersville, it's a nice middle location for meeting up with family. The wait times can get hefty during the busy season, but the bar area is first come first served, so even when the table wait time may be long, you could possibly snag a booth or table in the bar side. The restaurant is western themed, and the theme runs from the lighting to the wall decor. A mixture of tables and booths are throughout the restaurant. The bathrooms near the bar area are nice and easily accessible. We have eaten here a few times, and the seating in the bar area can get loud and makes it difficult to hold a conversation. The wait staff is always prompt and courteous. I have gotten their nachos before and they were filling enough to make my meal. This time I opted for their beet salad, knowing that the holiday sweets would soon be coming. I absolutely loved the combination of beets with the candied pecans, the soft cheese and the crunchy salad. It was a great meal option. I love that they have ribs on the kids menu so my little can have their own ribs without having to share. Their steaks are in a class of their own and reasonably priced. This is definitely a place we come back to and have the same quality of food each time, which can't be said with every place that serves steak. read more

Prime Rib - 4 Stars In NC visiting family and we came here for the Prime Rib Special on our last night. The Prime Rib was seasoned perfectly and cooked Med Rare the way I requested. The mashed potatoes and green beans on the side seemed overcooked or maybe just been sitting under a heat lamp awhile. Wine List was excellent with some perfect wines for the Prime Rib pairing. We had the Caymus - Cabernet Sauvignon and the Duckhorn - Cabernet Sauvignon. And I was so glad to see that the markup on the wine was reasonable at 2.5x retail price, well worth it. Outwest serves steak and a bunch of other selections but I don't think of it as a Steakhouse. To me, Outwest is a family restaurant that serves good steak at a reasonable price and takes care of you like family. read more

Stopped by for a simple meal with friends. Sat in the bar. Had great service and the food was awesome. I got the avocado salad and added shrimp it was huge! The bar atmosphere was great. Enough room between tables and plenty of space if you choose to sit at the bar. Outside seating is available when weather is nice. It's a decent place but a little pricey. read more

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The food is really good here! My family gathers here for Mother's Day and Father's Day as it is my grandparents favorite restaurant. They are always accommodating to our large party and friendly. I've tried various dishes over the years and nothing has been bad. read more

Giving it 4 stars because of the wait time. The restaurant was clean, the staff was friendly and accommodating and the food was good. The key lime pie was my favorite. It is infused with pecans and the crust also has pecans in it. read more

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Kernersville restaurants have come and gone but this location isn't going anywhere. Everytime I go here it's loaded with customers but the service is always swift. I've tried many menu items and they are all tasty. This time I tried the chicken thighs and mushrooms, a great combination! Can't wait to come back and visit again. read more

Outwest - Chicken thighs and mushrooms - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

Get there early! I got there 10 min after opening was probably 20th in line. The staff got us sat quickly, great and attentive servers. True to the name there's fun western inspired decor and a host of hearty food options. I went for the first time for a birthday dinner so I got to see many different food options and everyone was pleased. Some of the top hits were the ribs and loaded mashed potatoes. read more

Excellent customer service. I ordered the mushrooms and lobster bisque. It was delicious. My experience is always consistent. The complimentary rolls are always perfect. There was a wait since we had a party of 7. My husband ordered the chicken thighs with chorizo and a sweet potato. This is nice for family dinners. read more

Outwest - Bisque - Steakhouses Near Me - Kernersville, North Carolina

The one star is for desert only..... whoever decided to change the carrot cake totally screwed up! Not only smaller portion, but taste like spice cake with ho hum cream cheese frosting. Will not order again! read more