Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Texas Panhandle

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies 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!

Sa•Vor

4.9

4.9 (273)

$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.

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Robertvip

Dined 6 days ago

The Paella was the best we have had in the U.S. and compared very favorably to that we had in Spain. An outstanding chef. Our overall dining experience was exceptional from the privateness of the Garden Room (ask to be seated there for greater privacy) although the main dining room is beautiful, to the quality of service of our waitress, Brianna. A real find in our cross country trip!

Public House

4.8

4.8 (163)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Amarillo

About the restaurant

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Located in Amarillo, Public House features upscale American comfort food, craft beer, classic cocktails, & boutique wines.
Prepared using fresh, quality ingredients, our elevated comfort food menu will make you feel right at home. Dig into delicious favorites like creamy prime rib & mushroom soup, a vast array of sandwiches & salads, or try seared elk tenderloin, our specialty. We also have a wide variety of gluten free choices (including our soups and gluten free bread for sandwiches).
Enjoy the warm company of family & friends as you look through our extensive drink menu. You’ll find an unparalleled selection, featuring award winning wine list, nice bottled beer list, 8 craft beers on tap, and Amarillo’s largest selection of whiskey.

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Loren

Dined on Aug 23, 2024

My wife and I went to Public House to celebrate our 44th wedding anniversary. We always enjoy a meal at Public House. My wife had a margarita with whiskey, and I may have enjoyed that more than she did. Our appetizers were crab and cream cheese wontons and drunken mushrooms. For our meal, my bride ordered mac/cheese with meatloaf. I ordered my "go to" favorite BLT. That may not seem celebratory to some, but I do love that BLT! Everything was delicious, but if I were to do that meal over again, I would have passed on the drunken mushrooms only because they are rich (yet delicious) and I had to restrict my attention to my BLT. Great food, great ambiance, great service...that makes for a very Happy Anniversary for us. And I almost forgot the carrot cake. I lack the right words to describe the taste, so I'll go with, "delicious."

Flair Taverna

4.8

4.8 (164)

$31 to $50

Italian

Odessa / Midland

About the restaurant

A concept inspired from farm to table ingredients with an organic
foundation on the menu, offering a casual ambiance dining experience.
Featuring varied selection of tapas with European and Latin American
influences at moderate prices, and a full bar including wines around
the world and artisan craft cocktails. Every dish and drink reveals
flavors representing at least one part of world.

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Betsy

Dined on Aug 23, 2024

Excellent surf and turf, charcuterie and wine. Great service

Copper Creek Fine Texas Dining

4.7

4.7 (620)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Abilene

About the restaurant

Copper Creek Fine Texas Dining serves hand cut mesquite grilled steaks and the freshest seafood selection in Abilene. We also have an fantastic lunch menu! Guests will also enjoy a full wine list, craft cocktails and craft beers and our once a month brunch, held on the first Saturday of every month!

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Charlene

Dined 2 days ago

Always a wonderful experience . Server was very good and not intrusive. Best bang for my buck. Sweet celebration for my friends birthday

Toscana Italian Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (263)

$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.

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Mindy

Dined 7 days ago

The food was wonderful! Our server, Allie, was fantastic! We will definitely be back!

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Cask & Cork

4.4

4.4 (424)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Amarillo

About the restaurant

Welcome to Cask & Cork, casual comfort and fine dining!

Cask & Cork is a restaurant and bar with a scenic rooftop patio. Cask & Cork strives to offer an experience that strikes the perfect balance between casual comfort and fun dining. Offering an extensive menu with mouth-watering features & craft beverages.

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Katherine

Dined on Aug 4, 2024

Sat on the rooftop and shared a delicious charcuterie board and the best bottle of red wine we’ve ever had! The vibe was on point, great music, excellent service, and an overall relaxing atmosphere. We enjoyed watching the sunset and storms rolling into town in the distance. This is by far my new favorite spot in Amarillo!

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Experience

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Claraboya Scratch Kitchen + Bar

4.3

4.3 (274)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

Lubbock

About the restaurant

Let us delight and tantalize you with an experience unlike no other. Savor a cuisine of bold flavors that will temp you to indulge and relax. Join us for a truly memorable dining experience.

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Nadenevip

Dined 6 days ago

Tony Pena scores again! Beautiful tasty dishes that are healthy and unique!

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Popular dish

House Salad

Corralito Steak House- Lubbock

4.3

4.3 (65)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Lubbock

About the restaurant

For more than 15 years, Corralito Steak House has become a Family Tradition in the Border area of El Paso and Juarez City. From a variety in food and drinks, Corralito works to provide the best service, quality of products, and long lasting memories to our customers.

As you step in any of our locations, you will find yourself in a relaxing, and distinctive experience that adequately establishes a pleasant mood to accompany you and your love ones.

Corralito Steak House is unlike any other steak joints. Preparing our mouthwatering steaks is a talent that we’ve aimed to perfect and we’re proud to share it with all. Starting with USDA upper 2/3 choice meat, all of our steaks are carefully hand cut by our in-house butchers, meaning you get to taste only the juiciest and most tender of steaks.

We invite you to live the extraordinary experience of Corralito Steak House.

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Malik

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

Food was amazing! The melted cheese with shredded beef is always great! The service was awesome. Very attentive, helpful and quick. This is our second time there and we have enjoyed both experiences! Definitely a place I recommend to family and friends!

The Co-Op Public House

4.3

4.3 (105)

$30 and under

American

Lubbock

About the restaurant

Our signature takes on casual fine dining ensure the best experience for your dining pleasure. From business lunches to a night out with your special someone, no other restaurant has the same commitment to fresh, responsibly sourced local ingredients and combines them in the same way as Chef Sal. With carefully curated cocktails and mocktails, the party doesn’t end with the food. Enjoy a casual lunch, or private dining experience at the Co-Op Public House.

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Larry

Dined 5 days ago

Had Sunday Brunch and the food was great! First time there and will definitely go back. All the food at our table was complimented on and the waitress was great and attentive to our needs.

The Western Horseman Club

4.2

4.2 (25)

$31 to $50

American

Amarillo

About the restaurant

Amarillo's newest destination for Whiskey, Steaks, & Live Entertainment.

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Jeff

Dined on Aug 25, 2024

Nice upscale restaurant with a country/western vibe. Food was great and the service was outstanding.