3440 S. Bell St., 353.7309, silver-fork.com $ y Ruby Tequila's Mexican Kitchen Ruby’s is Tex-Mex at its finest. Fajita burritos, crispy tacos, stuffed poblanos and savory meats off the grill are just a short list of what the Kitchen offers. You’ll enjoy the vibrant atmosphere with a margarita in hand. 2001 S. Georgia St., 358.7829/3616 S. Soncy Road, 463.7829, rubytequilas.com $$ T y c ^ Sabaidee Sabaidee offers a fusion of Asian tastes along with delicious, authentic Laotian dishes, such as sticky rice with beef jerky, chicken wings and papaya salad. Try the Sabaidee Special for a guaranteed taste-treat. 3318 S. Georgia St., Suite 2734, 331.6720 $ Sakura Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar Choose from an extensive sushi menu that includes nigiri style, cut rolls, special rolls, spicy rolls, sushi salads and for the beef lover, Texas sushi. At Sakura, get ready to be entertained by chefs who prepare your meal at the table. We wholeheartedly recommend the swordfish. 4000 S. Soncy Road, 358.8148, amarillosushi.com $$-$$$ c Saltgrass Steak House Certified Angus beef plus Sidewinders equals mouthwatering taste. Saltgrass has plenty of steaks to choose from and you can pair it with juicy Gulf shrimp or try the Seafood Fondeaux with Shiner Bock Beer Bread. Take our advice: Save room for the Two-Fork Cheesecake. It’s a piece of heaven that melts in your mouth. 8300 I-40 West, 351.0349, saltgrass.com c $$ Shi Lee’s Barbecue & Soul Food Cafe You’ll find classic barbecue along with fried chicken wings, catfish, pork chops and a featured soul food meal of the day at Shi Lee’s. Meat lovers can feast on platters piled high with ribs, sausage and brisket with plenty of sides to fill up even the hungriest diner. 1213 SW Third Ave., 220.0032 $ SilverFork Cafe & Bakery The newest venture from the owners of Roosters Restaurant, SilverFork features the same delicious sandwiches, salads, quiche, and dessert as the Bell Street location, on a much smaller menu. Choose from three options in each category, along with a rotating menu of desserts. 3208 SW Sixth Ave., 322.2297, silver-fork.com $ Sushi House You’ll see Thai, Lao and Japanese influences on Sushi House’s ample menu. Start with one of many sushi offerings or choose an appetizer like the marinated short ribs. Feast on filling teppanyaki entrees (the fillet mignon and scallops caught our eye), or choose a traditional
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Thai favorite like fried rice. With most menu items at less than $10 each, it’s the perfect place to grab a tasty lunch or dinner. 2630 Wolflin Ave., 803.9470 $ C Tacos Garcia Mexican Cafe At the Cafe, serving authentic Mexican food is a family affair. In the same location since 1999, the Veloz family serves up traditional favorites that keep loyal customers coming back time after time. Try the Swiss enchiladas or the chile relleno lampriados. You won’t be disappointed. 1100 Ross St., 371.0411, tacosgarcia.com $$ c y Taste Dessert Bar You’ll find big city vibes and small-town charm at Taste Dessert Bar. With its cozy, chic decor, small savory plates, handcrafted cocktails, full wine and beer list, and variety of homemade desserts, we guarantee you’ll want to linger at Taste. 1909 S. Georgia St., 398.2000, tastedessert.com $-$$ c T y Texas Firehouse Sports Bar & Grill Texas Firehouse offers everything from a delicious, fried green bean appetizer to steaks, all in a family-friendly, smokefree environment. Watch all your favorite sporting events while you eat. 3333 S. Coulter St., Suite D1, 351.1800, txfirehouse.com $-$$ c ^ Texas Roadhouse This is one place you don’t have to worry about your kids leaving a mess. Everyone does – it’s OK to throw your peanut shells on the floor at the Roadhouse. Bread lovers will rejoice over the rolls and steak lovers will drool over the meat on display as soon as they walk through the door. Be ready for a wait, but the food’s worth it. 2805 I-40 West, 352.7427, texasroadhouse.com c $ ^ Thai Arawan You’ll get your fill of fresh, authentic Thai cuisine at Thai Arawan. We recommend the angel noodle and the chicken fried rice. Consistently good flavor and friendly service make this one of our favorites. 2834 Wolflin Ave., 463.7167, thaiarawan.com $$ Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse Sit back and enjoy the show at this Japanese steakhouse and sushi bar. The steak and yakitori are tender and juicy, and the seafood choices, such as the shrimp and soft shell crab, are cooked to perfection. 5807 SW 45th Ave., 358.3300, tokyoamarillo.com $$ c Torchy’s Tacos Feast on Torchy's breakfast and savory tacos, many with the eatery's signature use of pickled ingredients, making for a spicy, zesty twang of flavor in every bite. Start with the queso and a Happy Hour special and linger in Torchy's hip atmosphere as the perfect end to a workday or day-time weekend relaxation
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Tsunami Tsunami offers traditional Japanesesteakhouse fare at affordable prices. Start out with Southwestern egg rolls then fill up on the salmon teppan meal or teppanyaki steak. We guarantee you won’t leave hungry. 1108 Bell St., 352.2688 $
YCSF Craft Formerly located on 10th Avenue, YCSF now has new a dine-in location to serve its popular gourmet eats. The diverse and expanded vegan-friendly menu boasts veggie burgers, quinoa cakes, and features a taco bar, craft beer, and a well-rounded wine list. 2916 Wolflin Ave., 223.2882 $-$$ C
Urbana Coffee Works Southwest Amarillo can get their caffeine fix a little closer to home with the opening of Urbana Coffee Works. Hang out with a fresh brew and breakfast pastry, or enjoy lunch from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. daily with hearty, hot sandwiches, tapas, soups and salads, and desserts like gelato or cupcakes. In the evening, listen to live music while you sip. 5215 S. Coulter St., Suite 100, 433.9049, urbanacoffeeworks.com $ T Vince's Pizza Vince’s calzones are some of the best we’ve had. The pizzeria also offers wonderful Greek salads, Giro and a huge family-sized pizza. Enjoy the quirky atmosphere or get your food to go at the convenient drive-up. 2413 S. Western St., 352.2656 $ Virdinski’s Rub Shack The folks at Virdinski’s clearly know their way around a kitchen. You’ll find impressive steaks, chicken-fried steaks, generous salads, sea food, catfish, outstanding burgers and owner Chris Virden’s award-winning hickory smoked barbecue with all the fixings. The presentation – down-home comfort food meets gourmet styling – makes an impression as well. We recommend saving room for the homemade banana pudding. We’re big fans. 3701 Olsen Blvd., Suite B, 318.3382, virdinskisrubshack.com $$ C Wesley’s Bean Pot Loyal customers return again and again to Wesley’s. The atmosphere is friendly and the barbecue is genuine Texas style. It’s a bit out of the way, but the baby back ribs and brisket are definitely worth the trip. 6406 River Road, 381.2893 $ Wild Bill’s Fillin’ Station Decorated like a classic gas station, Wild Bill’s offers American food and friendly service. Bring the whole family since there’s plenty of seating inside and out. The green chile cheese burger with handcut, seasoned fries is our favorite. 3514 SW Sixth Ave., 372.4500 $ y C T Wingstop Wingstop cooks up some of the best chicken wings around. There’s a flavor for every palate. And if you haven’t had sugared french fries, you just haven’t lived. 6000 SW 45th Ave., Suite 260,
Ye Olde Pancake Station With breakfast this good, you’ll be glad to know the Pancake Station serves it all day long. The restaurant also offers great diner-style meals. We recommend the huge omelets and fresh pancakes. 2800 Virginia Circle, Suite A, 355.0211, pancakestation.com $ ^ Young Sushi “Rocks!” The friendly greeting you receive when you walk into Young’s is your first clue your experience will be a good one. The helpful staff is always willing to offer suggestions regarding the sushi. If sushi’s not your thing, try the authentic Thai cuisine. 202 SW 10th Ave., 371.7200 $$ C ^ Youngblood’s Cafe Experience the Western heritage of Amarillo at Youngblood’s Cafe. The Cafe serves up excellent chicken-fried steaks to satisfy your craving for beef. Plus, Youngblood’s also offers a hearty breakfast every day starting at 6 a.m. 620 SW 16th Ave., 342.9411, youngbloodscafe.com $$ C Zemer’s Deli Choose from a variety of fresh-made salads, soups and sandwiches at Zemer’s. The locally owned deli serves Metro Deli meats, an unprocessed option for healthconscious diners. Dine-in or delivery, you’ll enjoy unique items, such as The UnCobb salad or Peaches & Brie, a sandwich piled high with smoked turkey, sliced peaches, creamy brie, spinach and red onions. And, everything comes with free dessert. 701 S. Taylor St., L102, 513.2898, zemersdeli.com $ Zombiez Bar & Grill Don’t be fooled by the garish green exterior – locals rave about the straightforward offerings at Zombiez Bar & Grill. Fill up on daily specials like pork chops, rib-eye steaks, or burgers, or the infamous Zombie Dogs, bacon-wrapped, deep-fried hot dogs topped with your choice of themed creations like the American, Mexican, and German. Save room for the homemade cupcakes. Dinein, takeout and delivery are available. 711 SW 10th Ave., 477.0199 $ c T