Top Restaurants in Amarillo

El Tejavan
Location: Downtown Amarillo
Cuisine: Mexican
Price: $$
Ambience: Casual

A great Mexican restaurant with authentic food and décor, El Tejavan offers some of the finest Mexican in Amarillo. The dishes are a little on the small side, so stock up on their excellent spicy salsa and chips before digging into your food.

The Big Texan Steakhouse
Location: Downtown Amarillo
Cuisine: Steak House
Price: $$
Ambience: Casual

Featured on the Travel Channel and parodied on innumerous shows for its famous 72oz steak challenge (finish it and all the sides within an hour and it's free!), the Big Texan Steakhouse is more than just a gimmick. Great steak and a fun atmosphere make the restaurant a must-visit when going to Amarillo.

Bl Bistro
Location: Downtown Amarillo
Cuisine: American
Price: $$$
Ambience: Casual

A local favorite, Bl Bistro is a great place for a casual or date dinner, with some of the finest wines available and great dishes. The lamb dinner is a favorite, and their martinis are to die for. With a quiet atmosphere and great food, the restaurant is a must-visit when in Amarillo.

La Campana
Location: Downtown Amarillo
Cuisine: Mexican
Price: $
Ambience: Casual

With some of the best Mexican in Amarillo, this authentic restaurant features a very hot and spicy salsa and real margaritas (more alcohol than sour). The specials are great and ensure your meal is cheap and you get more than your money's worth. The enchiladas are a favorite, as are the tacos and soup.

Macaroni Joe's
Location: Downtown Amarillo
Cuisine: Italian
Price: $$
Ambience: Dressy

Consistently rated one of the best local restaurants in Amarillo, Macaroni Joe's is the fine restaurant with the quirky name. With the best wine list in the city and a nice cozy atmosphere, this is a great place for a business or date dinner. The menu leans toward a southwestern Italian style, which must be tried to truly appreciate.