Must-see restaurants in Panhandle Plains

  • Sutton County Steak House

    Panhandle Plains

    The perfect antidote to chain restaurants, the Sutton County Steakhouse is close to the I-10 and US 277. Like many places across west Texas, it excels at…

  • Orlando's

    Panhandle Plains

    This local, family-run Italian institution has introduced pasta to generations of ranch folk – this may explain why, of all things, the sensational burger…

  • Franco's Cafe

    Panhandle Plains

    Franco's is plain as a flour tortilla on the outside but, just like a good burrito, it's what's on the inside that counts. San Angelo's favorite Mexican…

  • Picantes

    Panhandle Plains

    In an otherwise-nondescript old coffee shop, this hugely popular Tex-Mex stalwart turns out excellent chile rellenos and other standards. On weekends…

  • Bucket

    Panhandle Plains

    Diner fare is the order of the day. Good breakfasts and a long lunch menu with all the usual suspects. The front presents an old-timey facade to town…

  • Plumley’s Country Store

    Panhandle Plains

    An antidote to generic freeway convenience stores. Fresh pecans, baked goods, local fruit and much more are for sale. The restaurant has tasty burgers,…

  • JB's Bar-B-Q

    Panhandle Plains

    Almost miraculous! This great little barbecue joint serves up fine sausage, even as the population shrinks around it.

  • Turnaround Cafe

    Panhandle Plains

    The Turnaround Cafe is a lively spot for huge omelettes and burgers, cheerfully served in an old filling station.

  • Dixie Dog Drive-In

    Panhandle Plains

    A timeless small-town fast-food experience, with burgers and dogs served quick and cheap.