The Big Texan Steak Ranch

4.5

275 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 80 times today

Good for groups
Lively
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
Website
http://www.bigtexan.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
7701 E I 40, Amarillo, TX 79118-6915
Area
Amarillo
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

5oz SirloinUSD 14.72
Juicy, tender steak served alongside perfectly cooked eggs. Served with 2 eggs, TX toast & skillet potatoes.
8oz SirloinUSD 17.72
Juicy, tender steak served alongside perfectly cooked eggs. Served with 2 eggs, TX toast & skillet potatoes.
9oz RibeyeUSD 20.72
Juicy, tender steak served alongside perfectly cooked eggs. Served with 2 eggs, TX toast & skillet potatoes.
Lone Star French ToastUSD 10.72
Thick, golden slices of TX toast dusted with powdered sugar and served with warm syrup for a sweet start to your day! Served with eggs your way, and a choice of sausage or bacon.
Chicken & WafflesUSD 13.72
A perfect blend of crispy, golden fried chicken and fluffy waffles, topped with warm syrup for a sweet and savory Southern breakfast treat. Served with 2 eggs your way.
BTSR Breakfast BurritoUSD 12.72
Packed with two eggs, skillet potatoes, shredded cheese, and your choice of crispy bacon or savory sausage, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla.
Panhandle PancakesUSD 12.72
Fluffy, golden pancakes, served hot off the griddle and drizzled with warm syrup. Served with eggs your way & choice of bacon or sausage.
BTSR Breakfast SandwichUSD 7.72
Stacked high with eggs, cheese and your choice of crispy bacon, sausage, or potato, all packed between slices of buttery TX toast.
BTSR BreakfastUSD 12.72
Eggs your way, crispy bacon, skillet sausage, golden potatoes, and a side of TX toast.
Texas Sunrise Chicken SandwichUSD 9.72
Crispy fried chicken drizzled with sweet honey, all nestled between warm, TX toast.
Chicken Fried Steak PlatterUSD 16.72
Perfectly crispy chicken fried steak and your choice of two eggs your way and skillet potatoes.
Lone Star Power BowlUSD 9.72
Hearty skillet potatoes, fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and your choice of crispy bacon, savory sausage, or tender brisket.

Appetizers

Smoked Baby Back Ribs SamplerUSD 13.00
Great as an appetizer or with your steak. (3) very tender ribs.
Mountain Oysters (Half Order)USD 15.00
A true Texan favorite. If you think it’s seafood, go with the shrimp. Served with buck-a-roo cocktail sauce.
Mountain Oysters (Full Order)USD 19.00
A true Texan favorite. If you think it’s seafood, go with the shrimp. Served with buck-a-roo cocktail sauce.
Onion RingsUSD 14.00
Fresh sliced onions breaded, deep fried. Served with our homemade ranch dressing.
Smothered Barbeque Texas Fries (full order)USD 16.00
A mountain of Texas fries topped with 4 types of cheese, mesquite smoked chopped beef, then covered with our homemade barbeque sauce and diced red onion. Garnished with sliced dill pickles.
Smothered Barbeque Texas Fries (half order)USD 11.00
A mountain of Texas fries topped with 4 types of cheese, mesquite smoked chopped beef, then covered with our homemade barbeque sauce and diced red onion. Garnished with sliced dill pickles.
Fried Dill Pickle SpearsUSD 14.00
Fresh sliced pickles breaded, deep fried. Served with our homemade ranch dressing.
Fried Mozzarella Cheese StixUSD 12.00
Seven count. Served with our homemade ranch dressing.
Prime SkinsUSD 14.00
Cuts of our prime rib, smothered in cheese, served in a fried tater hull. Three skins.
Howlers “Blazin’ Saddles”USD 12.00
Fresh sliced jalapeños breaded and deep fried.
Fried Mushrooms (Half Order)USD 14.00
Hand-breaded, fresh whole mushrooms. Served with our homemade ranch dressing.
Fried Mushrooms (Full Order)USD 19.00
Hand-breaded, fresh whole mushrooms. Served with our homemade ranch dressing.

Big Sandwiches

All big sandwiches are served open face with side garnish, fixin’s and a choice of one side

Half-Pound CheeseburgerUSD 16.00
Add another patty and make it a “double barrel burger” for an additional charge.
16-ounces CheeseburgerUSD 24.00
Served open face with side garnish fixin’s and a choice of one side.
Char-Broiled Chicken SandwichUSD 16.00
Grilled over an open flame and served on a toasted bun.
Fried Fish SandwichUSD 16.00
Served open face with side garnish fixin’s and a choice of one side.
Smoked Brisket SandwichUSD 16.00
BBQ beef brisket sandwich.
5-ounce Steak SandwichUSD 17.00
5oz sirloin steak served with side garnish fixin’s and a choice of one side.
Fried Chicken SandwichUSD 16.00
Buffalo-style or regular.
Chicken Fried Steak SandwichUSD 17.00
Served open face with side garnish fixin’s and a choice of one side.

Local Favorites

All dinners include a choice of two side dishes, roll & butter.

Slab of Baby Back RibsUSD 26.00
Served with house BBQ sauce.
Barbeque ComboUSD 26.00
Smoked beef, baby back ribs, sausage and served with house BBQ sauce.
Chicken Strip DinnerUSD 18.00
Served open face with side garnish fixin’s and a choice of one side. Buffalo-Style, BBQ or Honey Mustard + $1.
Giant Chicken Fried ChickenUSD 22.00
Hand-breaded chicken breast and served with cream gravy.
Chicken Fried SteakUSD 24.00
Hand-breaded and served with cream gravy.

From the Coast

All dinners include a choice of two side dishes, roll & butter.

Fried Fish FeastUSD 22.00
Served with fries, house tartar sauce and your choice of one side.
Fried ShrimpUSD 22.00
Served with fries, Buck-a-roo cocktail sauce and your choice of one side.
8-ounce Char-Boiled Salmon FiletUSD 24.00
Served with house tartar sauce, lemon and your choice of two sides.

Quesadillas

All dinners include a choice of two side dishes, roll & butter.

ChickenUSD 18.00
Grilled chicken with cheese and sautéed peppers and onions.
Spicy ChickenUSD 18.00
Hot. “Buffalo-style” chicken tenders with homemade ranch.
SteakUSD 20.00
Grilled steak with cheese and sautéed peppers and onions.
Spicy BBQUSD 19.00
Where the “Tex” meets the “Mex.” Smoked beef with cheese, jalapeños, onions and our BBQ sauce.

Steaks & Prime Rib

All dinners include a choice of two side dishes, roll & butter.

8-ounce Top SirloinUSD 22.72
A Texas cattleman’s favorite selection, the most flavorful beef available.
18-ounce Top SirloinUSD 34.72
A Texas cattleman’s favorite selection, the most flavorful beef available. Three shrimp, baked potato, salad and roll.
21-ounce Top SirloinUSD 34.72
A Texas cattleman’s favorite selection, the most flavorful beef available.
16-ounce Big Texan StripUSD 31.72
Move over New York and Kansas city, our strip has made a name for itself.
10-ounce Double Cut FiletUSD 35.72
Served as two 5-ounce cuts.
10-ounce Prime RibUSD 26.72
Slowly roasted, juicy and very tender. Served with au jus and house horseradish sauce.
16-ounce Prime RibUSD 33.72
Slowly roasted, juicy and very tender. Served with au jus and house horseradish sauce.
12-ounce RibeyeUSD 27.72
These steaks are well-marbled, making them flavorful, moist and tender.
16-ounce Bone-in RibeyeUSD 29.72
These steaks are well-marbled, making them flavorful, moist and tender.
32-ounce Bone-in RibeyeUSD 49.72
These steaks are well-marbled, making them flavorful, moist and tender.
18-ounce RibeyeUSD 32.72
These steaks are well-marbled, making them flavorful, moist and tender.
24-ounce RibeyeUSD 37.72
These steaks are well-marbled, making them flavorful, moist and tender.
36-ounce RibeyeUSD 48.72
These steaks are well-marbled, making them flavorful, moist and tender.
20-ounce T-BoneUSD 33.72
You’re in Texas. Treat yourself to the ultimate king of steaks.
30-ounce T-BoneUSD 43.72
You’re in Texas. Treat yourself to the ultimate king of steaks.
PorterhouseUSD 45.72
Large tenderloin “Eye” 24 ounce cut.

Lunch

1/2lb Chopped SteakUSD 15.00
With one of our famous toppers.
1/3lb Chicken Fried SteakUSD 15.00
Topped with cream gravy.
8-ounce Prime RibUSD 19.72
Served with au jus and house horseradish sauce.
Big SandwichesUSD 15.00
1/2lb Hamburger, 1/2lb Buffalo Burger, 5oz Steak, Fried Fish Sandwich, Smoked Barbeque, Char-Broiled Chicken, Chicken Fried Steak. All big sandwiches are served open face with side garnish fixin’s and a choice of one side.
9-ounce RibeyeUSD 20.72
Flavorful, moist and tender.
Big Texan Lunch QuesadillasUSD 15.00
Chicken (regular or spicy), steak, or spicy BBQ.
Barbeque Ribs & Smoked BeefUSD 16.00
Served with our house BBQ sauce.
Half-Pound CheeseburgerUSD 15.00
Served open face with side garnish fixin’s and a choice of one side.
16-ounces CheeseburgerUSD 22.00
Served open face with side garnish fixin’s and a choice of one side.

Kids Menu

Tee PeeUSD 9.00
Cheese Quesadilla.
Little TexanUSD 12.72
Top Sirloin Steak, 5oz.
Howdy DoodyUSD 9.00
2 chicken strips with cream gravy on the side.
Roy RogersUSD 9.00
4 steak fingers with cream gravy on the side.
TomahawkUSD 9.00
2 pork ribs tender and juicy with BBQ sauce.
WranglerUSD 9.00
Hamburger, plain (build your own)
Annie OakleyUSD 9.00
Grilled cheese, American cheese on TX Toast

Sides

Baked PotatoUSD 5.00
Sweet PotatoUSD 5.00
Mashed Potatoes with GravyUSD 5.00
Fried OkraUSD 5.00
Cowboy BeansUSD 5.00
Texas FriesUSD 5.00
Macaroni & CheeseUSD 5.00
Cheesy PotatoesUSD 5.00
Green Chili Cream CornUSD 5.00
Beef Steak Tomatoes with Red OnionsUSD 5.00
Garden SaladUSD 5.00
Ceasar SaladUSD 5.00
Cole SlawUSD 5.00
Potato SaladUSD 5.00

What 275 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Texas Panhandle
Good for groups
Texas Panhandle
Hot spot
Texas Panhandle
Neighbourhood gem
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 "great experience" with "awesome food and service." This iconic Amarillo spot features a lively atmosphere, famous 72 oz steak challenge, and "great Texan food." While reservations can be confusing, the "fun and so Texan" vibe, "excellent steaks," and "efficient service" make it a must-visit.

275 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time here, and it was great! I would recommend making a reservation. We had a party of 8 and we waited 5 minutes once we checked in. I didn’t realize that the restaurant was 2 levels until we checked in. They were super helpful and accommodating to our request for a 1st level table due to knee issue one of our family members had. The atmosphere is super fun, portions are huge and the price is amazing! We will be back.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were a large crowd and were able to sit together by there was a couple at the end of our table. Our server Christian got our orders correct. Overall the food was great but my husbands steak was overcooked. There is a couple of men that go around singing and playing a fiddle which was great. The food is pricey for us but worth the experience
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deanie
Mississippi3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place although one of the steaks were overcooked, but overall very good.
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TravisH VIP
Nashville8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I’ll admit, I wasn’t particularly excited about trying this place, but I was with a group that wanted to check it out. I’m glad we did! The atmosphere was lively and fun, setting the stage for a great meal. Our server started us off with fresh rolls, which were delicious. I originally planned to skip the salad, but after seeing how good they looked when others received theirs, I changed my mind—and I’m glad I did! The Caesar salad was excellent. For the entrée, we decided to share, opting for a filet and ribs. Both were outstanding—perfectly cooked and full of flavor. As for the sides, I had the corn and sweet potato. The corn, in particular, was incredible! Overall, a fantastic meal that exceeded my expectations. I’d definitely go back and may do so before we leave town!
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Lori
Philadelphia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall experience was wonderful. Our waiter Ethan was helpful and friendly. Would definitely stop again.
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louis
Western NC7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Something this "shlocky" you would expect to fail on every count, but you would be wrong. Food was great and priced fairly. Staff was friendly and helpful. I will be back to The Big Texan if I get back to Amarillo. The Big Texan makes me want to come back to Amarillo. I would recommend them to everyone.
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Mary
Seattle6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 25 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun experience! Definitely worth the trip! Food itself was ok but not great
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Shana
Amarillo1 review
5.0
Dined on 24 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it for our first time and on my birthday we will be going back
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Katherine
Amarillo1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve passed this place a few times and finally stopped. The atmosphere is great. The food had good flavor. Our waitress was attentive and beyond polite. It was busy yet the noise was manageable. I’m looking forward to stopping by every time when in the area. Don’t forget to try the delicious dessert.
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Aubre VIP
Dallas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Service was great. There was a lot to do while waiting.
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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 4.5 stars by 275 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 80 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Big Texan Steak Ranch

7701 E I 40, Amarillo, TX 79118-6915

Additional information

Area
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 Parking
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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bigtexan.com/
Phone number
(806) 372-6000

The Big Texan Steak Ranch

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Steak

Porterhouse

9-ounce Ribeye

Breakfast

5oz SirloinUSD 14.72

8oz SirloinUSD 17.72

9oz RibeyeUSD 20.72

Lone Star French ToastUSD 10.72

Chicken & WafflesUSD 13.72

BTSR Breakfast BurritoUSD 12.72

Panhandle PancakesUSD 12.72

BTSR Breakfast SandwichUSD 7.72

BTSR BreakfastUSD 12.72

Texas Sunrise Chicken SandwichUSD 9.72

Chicken Fried Steak PlatterUSD 16.72

Lone Star Power BowlUSD 9.72

Appetizers

Smoked Baby Back Ribs SamplerUSD 13.00

Mountain Oysters (Half Order)USD 15.00

Mountain Oysters (Full Order)USD 19.00

Onion RingsUSD 14.00

Smothered Barbeque Texas Fries (full order)USD 16.00

Smothered Barbeque Texas Fries (half order)USD 11.00

Fried Dill Pickle SpearsUSD 14.00

Fried Mozzarella Cheese StixUSD 12.00

Prime SkinsUSD 14.00

Howlers “Blazin’ Saddles”USD 12.00

Fried Mushrooms (Half Order)USD 14.00

Fried Mushrooms (Full Order)USD 19.00

Big Sandwiches

Half-Pound CheeseburgerUSD 16.00

16-ounces CheeseburgerUSD 24.00

Char-Broiled Chicken SandwichUSD 16.00

Fried Fish SandwichUSD 16.00

Smoked Brisket SandwichUSD 16.00

5-ounce Steak SandwichUSD 17.00

Fried Chicken SandwichUSD 16.00

Chicken Fried Steak SandwichUSD 17.00

Local Favorites

Slab of Baby Back RibsUSD 26.00

Barbeque ComboUSD 26.00

Chicken Strip DinnerUSD 18.00

Giant Chicken Fried ChickenUSD 22.00

Chicken Fried SteakUSD 24.00

From the Coast

Fried Fish FeastUSD 22.00

Fried ShrimpUSD 22.00

8-ounce Char-Boiled Salmon FiletUSD 24.00

Quesadillas

ChickenUSD 18.00

Spicy ChickenUSD 18.00

SteakUSD 20.00

Spicy BBQUSD 19.00

Steaks & Prime Rib

8-ounce Top SirloinUSD 22.72

18-ounce Top SirloinUSD 34.72

21-ounce Top SirloinUSD 34.72

16-ounce Big Texan StripUSD 31.72

10-ounce Double Cut FiletUSD 35.72

10-ounce Prime RibUSD 26.72

16-ounce Prime RibUSD 33.72

12-ounce RibeyeUSD 27.72

16-ounce Bone-in RibeyeUSD 29.72

32-ounce Bone-in RibeyeUSD 49.72

18-ounce RibeyeUSD 32.72

24-ounce RibeyeUSD 37.72

36-ounce RibeyeUSD 48.72

20-ounce T-BoneUSD 33.72

30-ounce T-BoneUSD 43.72

PorterhouseUSD 45.72

Lunch

1/2lb Chopped SteakUSD 15.00

1/3lb Chicken Fried SteakUSD 15.00

8-ounce Prime RibUSD 19.72

Big SandwichesUSD 15.00

9-ounce RibeyeUSD 20.72