If you are looking for white tablecloths, subtle lighting, or a quiet place to whisper sweet…read morenothings, keep driving past Coyote Bluff Cafe (often locally called the "Coyote Bluu" or simply "The Bluff") in Amarillo, Texas. But if your idea of culinary heaven involves a grease-stained paper liner, an old-school Texas roadhouse vibe, and a burger that requires structural support, you have arrived at the right place. Nestled just a few blocks off Interstate 40 in a historic, diminutive former dance hall moved wholesale from neighboring Claude, Texas, Coyote Bluff is tiny. With only about 12 tables packed into its 1,000 square feet, the atmosphere is alive with a loud, friendly hum, a dirt parking lot, and a vintage bathtub floating full of ice and cold beer bottles. The place is amazing!!!! The unique steaming process is really amazing. You have to try the chili cheese fries to go with it. The menu keeps its focus tight, centering around half-pound patties of lean Texas ground beef cooked to order. While traditional options like the Hickory Burger and the Green Chili Cheese Burger are stellar, the undisputed heavyweight titleholder here is the legendary Burger from Hell. I had to try it, my wife opted for the Chicken Fried Steak. Many approach the "Hell Burger" with great trepidation, expecting it to be more of a gimmick built strictly on painful, mouth-numbing heat. Instead, it offers a beautifully layered flavor profile. The beef patty with Tabasco and their proprietary "Coyote Hell Sauce," then smothers it in gooey melted cheese, grilled onions, and fresh, vibrant sautéed jalapeños. It arrived on a toasted onion bun, it lands a solid 7 out of 10 on the heat scale. But rather than scorching your palate, it wraps it in a vinegary, spicy, deeply savory warmth. This place also serves up classic, heavy-hitting Texas roadhouse appetizers: Each of these are amazing sides and are worth of mentioning, First the Cheese Fries with Green Chiles, which I had with my burger and my wife had with her Chicken fried steak, it is served on a massive aluminum platter, these fresh-cut fries are heavily blanketed in melted cheese and mild green chiles. They are a mandatory companion to the burgers.  Other appetizers worth of note, are the Texas Red Chili & Green Chili Stew: The thick, hearty green chili stew is packed with meat and mild green peppers, offering a wonderful warming comfort, especially during cool Panhandle days.  and any of the Fried options ranging from baskets of battered fried pickles, garlic mushrooms, and stuffed jalapeños. Because everything is cooked to order and the dining room is incredibly compact, expect a wait during lunch rushes or weekends. However, that time spent waiting in the dirt lot among locals and passing road-trippers is part of the charm. Coyote Bluff Cafe doesn't try to be anything other than a spectacular, small-town Texas burger joint, and it executes that identity flawlessly. This is a MUST Stop in Texas

The ambiance is an old saloon vibe with amazing food. We got burgers and the fries are great a…read morethin cut fry with great seasoning and the burger that satisfies the hunger would highly recommend stopping by for amazing food and great service. It's a must stop and try location especially if traveling.

Came here 3 PM, every other restaurant was serving only appetizers until 4 PM but this wonderful…read moreestablishment had their full menu available. The restaurant was clean, cool, and had ample seating. The drinks were refreshing, , cold, and wonderful in flavor. We enjoyed pizza, wings, cocktails, and amazing beer.

We found this place because we searched for something dog friendly. They have a lovely patio shaded…read morewith Chinese elm trees. We had half sandwiches and huge side salads for their lunch special (between 11 and 2). We had the Cuban and the pulled pork grilled cheese. Food was great and the service was friendly. No complaints. We had no trouble parking on the street free, but I can imagine it might be tough parking during peak times.

6.8 Pizza rolls and fried green beans you can't go wrong…read morewith. Service though on the other hand was rather bad, might've been an off night. Good spot for a beer on a patio.

Food was fine, service was not. Constantly had to ask someone to find our waitress. Waiting for…read morechange she walked past us 3 times going to another table. Probably thought we would give up and she would get a $40 tip. Now she got $0

What a gem. Amazing music, decent cheap drinks, (honestly that's what you're looking for) pool…read moretables, darts, friendly service, great atmosphere. Great dive Update: Passed through Amarillo again and couldn't leave without stopping by Polly's. Got a T-Shirt this time around, specially delivered from the back store room. I had the pleasure of getting beat by a local pool legend, Chris, to the sound of Johnny Cash on the jukebox. Judy, the bartender brought out some of her own specialty cocktail concoctions on the house and they were delightful and sweet, just like her. This is my second time at Polly's and I can now attest to her consistency. I will never pass through Amarillo without stopping by Polly's.

Picture This: the year? 2018, however you've just walked through a clumsy wooden screen door and…read moreturned the corner into a perfectly lit cavern of cigarette smoke and cold beer priced in such a way that can only make you wonder "do they know it isn't 1974 anymore?" Polly's is a gem- actually, it's more than a gem- it's a time capsule. Come in, swing by the cigarette machine before you find your way to a creaky leather chair and let the years begin to wind backward. Drink after drink winding the hands of the clock further and further back while Don Henley drips through the old wall mounted speakers like sap from an old tree. Perhaps it's the warmth of a friendly bar tender, or the strange greeting of a local stranger- but suddenly Polly's is home. Dare I say it- you can check out any time you like, but you can never leave. Five effing stars.

Love the Owners for what they've built. LIVE MUSIC, comedy shows and fantastic beer, board games,…read moresandwiches, jenga, shuffleboard- family oriented with ample parking.

we're visiting Amarillo for the weekend and it was a quick stop over after doing another brewery…read more The ambience is fine a few people in there they basically know each other regulars I guess and that it's OK. Beer was good. Got a turkey sandwich for the wife and she said it was really really good.

Second time here, and this time - better. We arrived and…read morewere greeted and immediately seated. We had two servers, both were excellent. We ordered off of the lunch menu, a ribeye and the bbq ribs & beef. We both had side salads, so fresh. We also ordered a side of fried okra. They also served everything with a basket of rolls, so worth the calories and we drank iced tea. Everything was excellent. Food was tasty, service was great. But the BEST? Their carrot cake... My grandmother made one of the best and this one is about as close to it that I have ever had. Sure, the place looks like a tourist trap with a lot of cheesy souvenirs you can purchase, but if you're hungry - stop here for a great meal. I'll be back!

We get there around a late dinner time, 5:45ish? We were told an hour and a half wait. We got…read moreseated less than an hour later, probably 40 minutes later. We spent some time in the gift shop which has lots of cool things to see or get. (We got stickers for the kids, my husband got a magnet, and I got a coffee mug.) After that, there was a baby cow that we could get pictures with for 10 dollars. We did and my daughter kissed the cow . Then we sat on a bench for maybe 10 minutes. Our waitress was very nice I like how she attended to us regularly but not too much, if you know what I mean. Some men walking around playing guitars came to our table and my daughter lit up! My husband gave them some cash and they played you are my sunshine for her and she was dancing and giggling. Best thing we ever did! It's a tad loud because it is a big place and of course people cheering for any contenders who take part in the steak challenge, but we would come again. But it might be best to make a reservation ahead of time.

If you're not a local you wait to be served. Not friendly. And they smoke inside. Patio is covered…read moreand it's kid friendly.

Amarillo, Texas ---…read more The "Handle Bar and Grill" is a "Run-A-Way Bill" Favorite for many reasons. For starters, it's located on Historic Route 66. Another reason is it's in a vintage gas station building. Next, it's an independently owner/operated business - SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL INDEPENDENT BUSINESS! Then there is the food. I know this should be 1st on my list of reasons, but the reasons mentioned 1st got me in the door. The food will get me to return. I like the menu selections, and the Saturday/Sunday only breakfast menu. My tacos were tasty-riffic! The counter/bar seating is always a "Run-A-Way Bill" Favorite seating option. Lots of atmosphere/flair ... the original Texaco sign, nice neons, window-views of Route 66, indoor table seating for folks with pARTy Pals, and then plenty of outdoor seating facing Historic Route 66. "Run-A-Way Bill" was here! .... and will return! 02.04.21 / 02.06.21

They had some of the best food in town with a huge selection of beer (+ other alcoholic drinks for…read morethose who prefer other options). Went here during our weekend visit to Amarillo and liked it so much we went back twice. Another bonus - their kitchen stays open till 10pm on the weekends

The place is really cool in an old train depot. The service is very good and the beer they brew is…read moreexcellent. We both got the Nashville hot chicken sandwich. There was so much grease in the plate the cook should have known better than to serve it until it was drained or patted dry. It had good spice but the grease was bad. Everyone has a bad day and we will go back and try something else. The onion rings were very good