I've only been in two TK's, in Round Rock TX, and the one here in Houston. Compairing them to a hooters is doing them a dis-service IMO! Just to be clear, please do not get the idea that dining at the Kilt is any kind of "traditional 'Celtic' experience"! But the TK food is good, as is the drink selection, staff friendly, and kilted guys are always welcomed and fawned over. I'm kind of a regular, and I think I have been comped a drink or given free junk on at least half my visits. They have hosted several events for local Celtic groups, and even participated in our Highland games last year.

The "Look! Our waitresses are hot!" gimmick is great to get you in the door, look how long Hooters has been at it, but the quality of the food, drinks and fast friendly service is what brings folks back. In that area at least I'm pleased with our local Tilted Kilt. Lets face it, it's surrounded by plenty of other "reasonably priced dining" places, but since I'm not troubled by having my grub brought over by a pretty girl in a mini-skirt, I'll generally choose the Kilt over Chili's!