Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Texas Panhandle

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

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

Metropolitan Steak & Seafood

4.8

4.8 (426)

$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

Landon

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful place to eat and take a date. Service is impeccable, food is amazing, and the atmosphere is second to none.

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Experience

Dueling Pianos

Toscana Italian Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (278)

$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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Linda

Dined 3 days ago

Had lunch with a friend and really enjoyed the experience. The food was very good the waitress is wonderful. It was a very relaxed, enjoyable time.

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Experience

Santa's Brunch Buffet

Sa•Vor

4.8

4.8 (286)

$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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SusanVIP

Dined on 10 Dec 2024

Wonderful ambiance with an interesting menu and nice wine selection. We shared tapas and a Caesar salad as well as the scallops and filet, all were outstanding. Highly recommend!

Cellar 55

4.8

4.8 (161)

$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!

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David

Dined 2 days ago

Great food great service and absolutely worth the price.

Claraboya Scratch Kitchen + Bar

4.6

4.6 (298)

$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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Gene

Dined 1 day ago

We were seated near the piano so it was hard to hear out tablemates over the christmas tunes. Food was outstanding but expensive. Waitress was great, there with tea/water refills before we realized we needed them.

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Popular dish

House Salad

The Reserve Culinary Tavern

4.6

4.6 (138)

$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!

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Mikela

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent experience!!! Quick service and great food.

Skyview's Restaurant of Texas Tech

4.5

4.5 (316)

$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.

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Ricahrd

Dined on 20 Nov 2024

They canceled the dinner due to circumstance beyond their control they had to cancel the dinners.

Flair Taverna

4.5

4.5 (168)

$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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TraciVIP

Dined on 9 Nov 2024

Need more lighting. Cassie is an excellent server and friendly and pleasant

Barrel & Derrick at Marriott Odessa Conference Center

4.2

4.2 (196)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Odessa / Midland

About the restaurant

WE INVITE FRIENDS, FAMILY AND COLLEAGUES TO EAT, DRINK AND PLAY; CELEBRATING BIG CITY FLAVORS WITH A WARM TEXAS WELCOME.

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DianaDiana

Dined on 28 Nov 2024

EVERYTHING was excellent!!!! Will definitely go back.

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Experience

New Year's Eve Dinner

The Co-Op Public House

4.1

4.1 (126)

$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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Laura

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful food. Road travelers, first time in Lubbock so was very happy to find this little gem.

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