7 Facts You Might Not Know About Amarillo’s Big Texan

Most people know about The Big Texan. It's one of the reasons many people travel to Amarillo. It's famous for its 72-oz Steak Challenge. Over 100,000 people have attempted to chow down on this steak, with only about 10,500 people actually beating the challenge.

Molly Schuyler holds the record for completing the Big Texan Steak Challenge in under 5 minutes. She broke the record in 2014. Then she returned in 2016 and ate three Big Texan Steak Challenges in less than 20 minutes.

That's a lot of steak.

The Big Texan's Deeper History

The Big Texan opened in March 1960 in Amarillo in the old Underwood's BBQ building. From there, it evolved into the Big Texan Restaurant we know today. In the last 66 years, the Big Texan has been a big part of Amarillo, Texas. Here are some fun facts you might not know about this popular tourist stop.

More Than a Steak Challenge

The Big Texan Steak Challenge isn't the only reason to visit The Big Texan. The restaurant is full of charm on its own. Where else can you see a rattlesnake just chilling in a gift shop? Want to work on your shooting? There's a shooting gallery right inside the door of the restaurant. Love a good craft beer? The Big Texan has its own brewery. Plus, you never know who is watching you as you're walking down the hall to the restroom; there are ghosts in that hall.

Calf Fries and Free Birthday Meal

The Big Texan Steak Ranch & Brewery via Facebook

Plus, if it's been a while since you've had calf fries, or you've never had them, then you have to visit The Big Texan. They serve up some of the best mountain oysters, and they are one of the few places in Amarillo that have them.

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Let's not forget about your birthday. You get a free meal on your special day.

There's a reason The Big Texan has become the legend it is today. It's a very fun place to visit.