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Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Texas Panhandle

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Texas Panhandle? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Skyviews Restaurant of Texas Tech restaurant
4.8
4.8 (339)
$31 to $50
American
Lubbock
About the restaurant
While you may not realize it, you have chosen to dine in a Texas Tech University classroom! Skyviews Restaurant is a full-service, largely self-supporting restaurant designed and operated to provide a hospitality laboratory experience for up to 50 students each week. While you are enjoying an excellent meal in the lovely surroundings, students are developing skills and applying knowledge. Every day is a learning experience for our students, and we welcome comments and suggestions as we strive to improve your dining experience. We greatly appreciate your patronage.

Please note that reservations are limited due to the nature of our restaurant. Dinner reservations fill up quickly and will close 24 hours prior to dinner. If OpenTable does not allow a reservation or blocks out a timeslot, that signifies we are full for that time and/or day.

Top review
Nancy
Dined on Apr 23, 2025
Spare ribs were quite fatty, but the rest of the meal was delicious. Service was good. Nice setting allowing for conversation.
A photo of Cellar 55 restaurant
4.8
4.8 (279)
$31 to $50
American
Amarillo
About the restaurant
Experience a world of culinary delights at Cellar 55, Amarillo's newest dining sensation. As soon as you step inside, you'll be enveloped in an atmosphere that's as unique as the menu itself. Cellar 55 offers an unforgettable dining experience, pairing a one-of-a-kind ambiance with exceptional cuisine that promises to tantalize your taste buds.

Located in the heart of Amarillo, Texas, Cellar 55 is perfect for both intimate dinners and festive gatherings. Each dish is meticulously crafted, showcasing local flavors and ingredients in ways that will surprise and delight you. From innovative starters to decadent desserts, every bite is designed to be an adventure.

Join us at Cellar 55, where dining is not just about eating, but about embarking on a flavorful journey. Whether you're a local food lover or a visitor to the area, prepare to indulge in a meal that you'll remember long after the last bite.

Cheers, to the good life!

Top review
FrankVIP
Dined 5 days ago
We have had Matthew several times as a server when we have been to restaurant. Makes our meal so pleasant.
A photo of Metropolitan Steak & Seafood restaurant
4.8
4.8 (477)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Amarillo
About the restaurant
Metropolitan:
Our amazing food is a result of a menu selection of prime steaks, chops, and seafood complimented with an extensive wine list and world-class bar service.

Executive Chef: Nori Karimi
Michelin Star Recipient

Top review
Terry
Dined on Jul 17, 2025
Very nice server and chef came to our table to check on us.
A photo of Macaroni Joe's restaurant
4.7
4.7 (198)
$30 and under
Steak
Amarillo
About the restaurant
Macaroni Joe's, in Amarillo, serves up simple yet unique Italian-inspired dishes. Featuring an eclectic menu as well as diverse selection of wines, Macaroni Joe's is a great place to dine in an atmosphere with a real Tuscan feel.



Specialty pastas on the menu at Macaroni Joe's include green chili chicken farfalle, handmade lasagna, blackened bayou pasta and much more. You'll also find a number of chef's specialties such as our wagyu ribeye, slow roasted pork shank, and Chilean seabass. And don't forget to ask your server about the perfect wine to go with your meal, from a wine cellar offering more than 400 choices.

Top review
Damaris
Dined on Jul 11, 2025
Great experience, great food and can’t wait to come back!!
A photo of Venezia Restaurant restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1054)
$30 and under
Italian
Odessa / Midland
About the restaurant
Join us for an authentic Northern Italian food experience right here in West Texas.

We offer a full dining experience complete with an award-winning and extensive wine list, a lengthy Italian menu with appetizers, entrees, and desserts, and ambiance to top it all off. Have a special request? Let our chefs create a dish worth dishing about. We offer everything from handmade pastas to sizzling steaks and fresh seafood from our kitchens to your plate.

Enjoy a Midland, Texas evening on our patio with a glass of wine and a plate of something delicious while relaxing outside. Our restaurant boasts several events spaces as well as an outdoor patio for small and large events and regular dining.

Top review
DarlaVIP
Dined on Jul 17, 2025
It was wonderful!! Food was amazing!! Service was good!!
A photo of Triple J Chophouse and Brew Co restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1146)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Lubbock
About the restaurant
Not just Lubbock’s Orginal brew pub, but also a steakhouse where a comfortable, laidback atmosphere and a friendly service staff await you. With a wide variety of menu items from steaks, seafood and brick oven pizza, no wonder people claim we have “Darn Good Food.” Located across from the Buddy Holly Museum, on Buddy Holly Ave. in the Depot District.

Come in for a Well Crafted Beer, stay for the food.

Top review
Michael
Dined on Jul 15, 2025
Great food, amazing service and wonderful experience.
A photo of Claraboya Scratch Kitchen + Bar restaurant
4.6
4.6 (346)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican
Lubbock
About the restaurant
Chef Antonio Pinas role in Lubbock’s Culinary Scene
Claraboya Scratch Kitchen & Bar in Lubbock, a restaurant known for its vibrant, innovative menu and quality service. His culinary style there continues to emphasize bold, creative flavor combinations featuring locally sourced ingredients and seasonal seafood, such as red snapper and Argentinian wild-caught shrimp paired with flavorful grits.
Claraboya has developed a reputation for standout dishes including lobster corn dogs and shrimp and grits, and it supports community events
Philosophy and Community Involvement
Pina advocates for supporting local businesses and the restaurant community, especially in difficult economic times. He encourages patrons to provide constructive feedback directly to restaurants and support local dining through social media shout-outs, reviews, and regular visits. He’s actively engaged in fundraisers and community causes, such as hosting barbecue events to support families in need

Top review
NancyVIP
Dined on Jul 16, 2025
We went for a birthday lunch. It was very nice and the waiter was great and they made it special with a dessert with a fun birthday sparkler.
A photo of The Reserve Culinary Tavern restaurant
4.6
4.6 (176)
$30 and under
American
Lubbock
About the restaurant
The Reserve Culinary Tavern is situated in the heart of South Lubbock, surrounded by your favorite shops and neighborhoods. Whether you’re stopping by for happy hour with friends or a date night dinner, our menu has something for everyone. With our expansive bar menu and skilled bartenders, you can enjoy your favorite specialty cocktail with your choice of liquor, or grab craft beer from our large selection of beer on tap. Don’t miss out on Willie’s Pie of the Day, and if you want more than a slice, you can always buy a whole pie.
We aim to provide great food, cold drinks and wonderful service every time you visit us. We are locally owned and operated and our tavern reflects that: we feature local products on our food menu, local beers on draft, and you can always catch a Texas Tech game at the Reserve. If you’re looking for quality food in a beautiful atmosphere, we know The Reserve will be added to your Lubbock-night-out rotation.
Don't forget about Saturday and Sunday brunch!

Top review
Sue
Dined on Jul 19, 2025
We love The Reserve for its great service and consistently great food.
A photo of Sa•Vor restaurant
4.7
4.7 (318)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
Amarillo
About the restaurant
Contrary to what most think, the word tapas actually means "to cover". Rooted as a tradition in Spanish culture, socializing patrons of restaurants would cover their wine glasses with small plates to protect their beverages from insects and small pests while outdoors. At Savor, we pay homage to this ritual in our own unique way. The urban and chic atmosphere invites locals to step outside Amarillo for an evening and into another place entirely. With an urban, speakeasy vibe, Savor welcomes its patrons to sit comfortably at the bar or in a cozy booth next to the floor to ceiling windows.
Top review
kristie
Dined on Jul 5, 2025
Great food and ambience. Highly recommend the goat cheese stuffed peppers and the Cesar salad.
A photo of Toscana Italian Steakhouse restaurant
4.4
4.4 (323)
$31 to $50
Italian
Amarillo
About the restaurant
Merging classic cowboy cultures, Toscana brings the iconic flavors of Italy and its cattle-country to West Texas. Serving beef that would make any Panhandle rancher proud, we source our ingredients from nearby farms and fields, and offer an outstanding selection of local and international wines and spirits. Pull up a seat, grab a glass, and allow our staff to take you on this culinary journey.
Top review
Kathy
Dined 4 days ago
Delicious and love the ambiance. Had great service. Will definitely be back.
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