Roosters Espresso Cafe 34th and Bell, Amarillo, TX 79109, Located in Puckett Plaza Shopping Center, 806-353-7309, Not just for early morning risers who want that perfect jolt or muffin, Roosters features an entree of the day and homemade soups for lunch.

Carolina's Woodfired Italian 2916 Wolflin Avenue, Amarillo, TX 79109, 806-358-2099, A small intimate Italian restaurant and pizzeria, Carolina's Wood-fired Italian features a nice selection of your favorites.

Big Texan Steak Ranch 7701 Interstate 40 East, Amarillo, TX 79120, 806-372-7000, Take the famous 72 ounce steak eating challenge at this legendary restaurant that also serves a full menu of traditional American dishes. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more...

Cattle Call Restaurant 7701 I-40 West, Suite 398, Amarillo, TX 79101, 806-353-1227, Known for their great barbecue and chicken fried steaks, this family restaurant serves a variety of fine foods Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. They are open on Sunday for lunch and early dinner. more...

Country Barn 1805 Lakeside Drive, Amarillo, TX 79101, North access road, 355-2325, You'll find traditional Texas flare with a country atmosphere that's locally popular, with quick, pleasant service. 

Italian Delights 2710 West 10th Avenue, Amarillo, TX 79101, 372-5444, This modest little restaurant is popular for chicken marsalas and eggplant parmigiana as well as other traditional pasta dishes. 

La Fiesta Mexican Food Restaurant 7514 Southwest 45th Street, Amarillo, TX 79121, 806-352-1330, Enjoy homemade authentic Mexican cuisine at this restaurant that serves all of your favorite dishes, as well as a variety of specialty dishes. Catering is available. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Macaroni Joe's Pasta House 1619 South Kentucky, Suite 1500, Amarillo, TX 79102, 806-358-8990, Enjoy the simple yet unique lunch menu at this restaurant or come in for dinner and choose from a variety of eclectic dishes complemented by an extensive wine list including more than 350 wines. They are open for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday all day & closed Saturday for lunch. more... 

Oyster Bar 4150 Paramount, Amarillo, TX 79109, 354-9110, Popular for seafood, including oysters on the half shell, boiled shrimp, po'boys. 

Restaurante Los Insurgentes 3531 West 15th Street, Amarillo, TX 79102, 353-5361, Long-standing eatery continues to be popular with local folks because of its well prepared, good food, like classic mole poblano, chicken cooked in a rich chili and chocolate sauce, el paltillo, a flat enchilada smothered in chili and topped with a fried egg and cheese.

The King and I 2300 Bell, Amarillo, TX 79101, 355-1016, A more upscale Thai restaurant specializing in soups, and stir-fry dishes, some quiet spicy.