5 Best Restaurants in Downtown, Amarillo TX
Updated 11 October 2026 · 35 restaurants in Downtown, Amarillo TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers top-rated restaurants listed under Downtown Amarillo TX, drawn from Google listings in the area. It helps visitors and nearby workers pick a place for lunch or dinner without scrolling through dozens of options. Businesses are ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many reviews each one has. Thirty-five qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry gives the Google category, rating, hours, address and the points reviewers raise most often. Because listing details change, confirm opening hours before heading out.
#1
Ponto Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse
★ 4.9 (1,732 Google reviews)Brazilian restaurant$40–90 per person
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Ponto Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse is a Brazilian restaurant on Hillside Rd rated 4.9 from 1,732 reviews, with a listed price range of $40–90. Reviewers describe attentive staff, plenty of food and a salad bar. The listing includes a private dining room, happy-hour food and drinks, spirits and vegan options. Wheelchair-accessible seating and toilet are listed. Lunch and dinner are served on most days, and Sunday hours run until 8:30 pm.
Best for: Steakhouse dinner with a salad bar
- Address
- 7609 Hillside Rd, Amarillo, TX 79119, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–10 pm; Mon 5–9 pm; Sat 11:30 am–10 pm; Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm; Thu 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm; Tue 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm; Wed 11:30 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm
#2
Delvin's Restaurant & Catering
★ 4.8 (1,023 Google reviews)Barbecue restaurant$10–20 per person
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Delvin's Restaurant & Catering is a barbecue restaurant on N Hughes St with a 4.8 Google rating from 1,023 reviews. The listed price range is $10–20. Reviewers mention a friendly team, large portions that leave leftovers, and a counter where staff explained the menu to a first-time visitor. The listing includes breakfast, lunch and dinner service, catering, and seating. Friday and Saturday hours run from 11 am to 6 pm.
Best for: Barbecue with friendly counter service
- Address
- 1300 N Hughes St, Amarillo, TX 79107, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–6 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–6 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–4 pm; Tue 11 am–4 pm; Wed 11 am–4 am
#3
Little Laos
★ 4.9 (276 Google reviews)Asian restaurant$10–20 per person
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Little Laos is an Asian restaurant on SW 6th Ave with a Google rating of 4.9 from 276 reviews and a listed price range of $10–20. Reviewers mention laab and other Laotian dishes they considered authentic, and a basil chicken topped with a fried egg. One reviewer said the dining room is light, with windows and Route 66 decorations. The listing shows vegetarian and vegan options, a tea selection and takeout. It is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Best for: Laotian and Thai-style dishes
- Address
- 3811 SW 6th Ave, Amarillo, TX 79106, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–3 pm, 5–9 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–3 pm, 5–9 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–3 pm, 5–9 pm; Tue 11 am–3 pm, 5–9 pm; Wed 11 am–3 pm, 5–9 pm
#4
Tyler's Barbeque
★ 4.7 (2,492 Google reviews)Barbecue restaurant
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Tyler's Barbeque is a barbecue restaurant on Olsen Blvd with a Google rating of 4.7 from 2,492 reviews, and the listing does not show a price range. Reviewers mention smoked brisket and ribs, a pulled pork sandwich, and sides such as creamy jalapeño corn. Several say the meat is served without heavy sauce, so a little hot sauce can be added at the table. Wheelchair access is listed for the car park, entrance and seating. Friday hours run from 11 am to 7 pm.
Best for: Smoked brisket and ribs
- Address
- 3301 Olsen Blvd, Amarillo, TX 79109, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–6 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–7 pm; Tue 11 am–7 pm; Wed 11 am–7 pm
#5
Coyote Bluff Cafe
★ 4.7 (2,237 Google reviews)Restaurant$10–20 per person
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Coyote Bluff Cafe is a restaurant on S Grand St rated 4.7 from 2,237 reviews, with a listed price range of $10–20. Reviewers mention smash burgers cooked to order, a green chili burger, bacon cheeseburgers and a wide range of toppings. Cheese fries with bacon and ranch also come up. The listing includes outdoor seating, takeaway, a wine list, and table service with a dessert menu. It is open Tuesday through Saturday.
Best for: Burgers and a busy lunch spot
- Address
- 2417 S Grand St, Amarillo, TX 79103, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–3 pm, 5–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–3 pm, 5–10 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–3 pm, 5–10 pm; Tue 11 am–3 pm, 5–9 pm; Wed 11 am–3 pm, 5–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 35 restaurants in Downtown, Amarillo TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Ponto Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse and Little Laos take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Ponto Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 1,732 reviews. Delvin's Restaurant & Catering is second at 4.8 from 1,023 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Amarillo TX are open late?
Delvin's Restaurant & Catering stays open until 4 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Ponto Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse $40–90; Delvin's Restaurant & Catering $10–20; Little Laos $10–20; Coyote Bluff Cafe $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Ponto Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, Delvin's Restaurant & Catering, Little Laos and Coyote Bluff Cafe.
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