Budget
Fajitas and More
Delicious authentic Mexican food.
El Taco Tako
Yet another local Mexican Food restaurant. Very popular amongst locals.
Ben's Little Mexico
Ben's is a local restaurant serving Tex-Mex.
Rosa's Cafe and Tortilla Factory
Rosa's is a favorite among locals. The restaurant started in this area before spreading out all over Texas. Try the Fajitas and the tortillas made in the restaurant. There is a window into the kitchen where you can watch the tortillas being made.
Bush's Chicken
Bush's Chicken is a new entry to Odessa but has gotten a strong following amongst locals. Be sure to try their Tender Rolls.
Keith's Hamburger Station
Much of the menu consists of Southern and Homestyle cooking, such as chicken strips, steak fingers, mashed potatoes, fried catfish, etc.
Many chain restaurants have set up shop in Odessa. It's not hard to find a McDonalds or Burger King.
Midrange
Ajuua's
Ajuua's serves authentic Tex-Mex in a sit-down atmosphere. The restaurant just recently moved from their old location next door into their new building.
Mi Piaci
Mi Piaci serves Italian cuisine. The owners of the restaurant are from Albania and create an authentic experience when eating at their restaurant. Most plates are around $10, but if you're on a budget, or want something simple, try the pizza. The Mi Piaci pizza is probably some of the best in town, and certainly the best pizza by a locally owned restaurant.
Big Daddy's Catfish and Chicken
Big Daddy's serves Southern cuisine.
Top end
Zucchi's Italian Restaurant
1541 jbs parkway, 432 550 7443.
The Barn Door and Pecos Depot Steakhouse
2140 andrews hwy., 432 337 4142. the barn door is probably the most reputable and high-class restaurant in town. the food is typical steakhouse fare.
Due to its proximity to Mexico, Odessa has quite a bit of authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex. Most of these authentic restaurants are found off the beaten path, but are usually well worth the trip.