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The Big Texan Steak Ranch, Amarillo, TX

The Big Texan Steak Ranch

4.4
4.4
237 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
In 1960, R. J. “Bob” Lee opened The Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo Texas on Route 66, the “Mother Road”. It’s distinctive architecture soon became recognized across the Mother Road as a good stopping place for great steaks grilled over an open flame. The Big Texan is famous for the FREE 72oz steak challenge, which includes eating a salad, baked potato, shrimp cocktail and 72 ounces of beef! Stop in and have a one of a kind experience with large, juicy steaks, cowboys and cowgirls, and take a dive into the Old Wild West!

The Big Texan has more to offer than just big steaks! Stay with us either at our RV Park, Cabins, Wagons, Airstream, and AIRBNBs on property.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 10:00 am–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (806) 372-6000
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Amarillo
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 237 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Texas Panhandle

    Kid-friendly

  • Texas Panhandle

    Good for groups

  • Texas Panhandle

    Hot spot

  • Texas Panhandle

    Lively

  • Texas Panhandle

    Most Booked

  • Amarillo

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Big Texan Steak Ranch offers a lively and festive atmosphere, making it a must-visit in Amarillo. Known for its "excellent prime rib and ribeye steaks," this iconic spot provides "great food and fun." While some reviews note inconsistent service, the unique dining experience and "delicious food" make it worthwhile.

237 Reviews
  1. Mikaela

    San Antonio

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The cuts are the lowest of the low. You’ll pay a pretty penny just for it to be flavorless and a horrible cut. My boyfriend and I were super excited and were severely disappointed. I got a lunch ribeye and he got a higher cut costing over $45 and it’s not worth it at all. Horrible quality, worst quality I’ve ever had at restaurant.

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  2. Jill

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Booked ahead of time but because of the set up the have we ended up having to queue not once but twice, once to ‘check in’ and then another for a table, really couldn’t move the place was so busy and lines were long. Once a table was ready we were taken upstairs to what was the worst table in the place away from all the atmosphere right outside the restrooms upstairs. 30 minutes before anyone came near us to take an order and then it was a further 20 minutes before our drinks came out. One of the sides was laid on our table 20minutes before our food. Never got the straws we asked for twice. Steaks were good, sides were terrible. 95% of menu was deep fried. Was a really disappointing trip. Noticed that it’s not listed as the number one steak house in Amarillo, think next time we will try another place instead. Oh and before I forget the restrooms were pretty shocking.

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  3. Tim

    Amarillo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We made a reservation on Christmas day and got right in. The service was great and the food was amazing. I had the smothered beef tips and my husband had the chicken fried chicken.

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  4. Stephanie

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family enjoyed our visit! The ambiance was just what we were looking for.

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  5. nick

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    68 reviews

    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent staff quality food and a great ambience. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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  6. Tommy

    Amarillo

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Steak was the butt end of a big slab of meat. Ordered Medium, received Well Done. Never should have put that piece of meat on a plate.

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  7. Travis

    Oklahoma City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Food, service, drinks and desert all outstanding. Highly recommend and definitely be back.

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  8. Larry

    Denver

    47 reviews

    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fun place to eat in Amarillo. Good food and a cool atmosphere.

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  9. Julia

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was a fun restaurant, full of boisterous people having a good time. The meats were delicious, and the food was good. Dessert , coconut cake, tasted of chemicals and was way too sweet. It’s the quintessential Texan experience.

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  10. Terri

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a group of 8 dining in for dinner. We have been here multiple times, however, this time we were underwhelmed by the food. Our potatoes were lukewarm and the steaks had a ton of pepper on them. They were served lukewarm as well. The place is fun and is still has great ambiance, especially decorated for Christmas as it was. Sad the food did not live up to our expectations.

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FAQs

The Big Texan Steak Ranch offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (806) 372-6000.

The Big Texan Steak Ranch is rated 4.4 stars by 237 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Big Texan Steak Ranch

7701 E I 40, Amarillo, TX 79118-6915

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Amarillo
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 10:00 am–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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