Zeppole

We LOVE the Ama Lur. My husband and I go to The Ama Lur at LEAST three times a year, for both our birthdays, wedding anniversary and any other special occasion that crops up. This has been our favorite splurge for the last 5 years.

I always order the braised beef tenderloin, the sides change but I have never disliked any of them. The sweet potato tamale is amazing and the truffle potatoes are also wonderful. My husband is more adventurous and has tried everything from steak to sea-bass.. nothing disappointing him. We also love the caesar salad... the croutons are made fresh and served warm!

You do have to make reservations, to the people who left reviews above: You were upset that you couldn't get a table when you saw tables open?? Did you stop to consider that they may be reserved for someone who had the foresight to call ahead weeks in advance?? No, nobody could be as important as you- right?

I am very glad to say that my experience with the reservation staff has always been exceptional. They always ask us what we are celebrating this time and the waiters never fail to mention it... ex: "Good evening Mr. and Mrs. Rook, happy anniversary!" The staff is fantastic, dressed sharp, and courteous.

Furthermore, we only have returned one dish in all these years - a steak which was slightly underdone to my husbands tastes. He ate 1/4 of it, not wanting to be rude, but finally called the waiter over and asked him to please cook it through just a bit more. A little bit later the waiter returned with a whole new plate, new steak, new sides, everything. (And my husband had already eaten his sides!)

If you want to save money have water, skip the salad and the appetizers, and fill up on the warm cactus bread with asiago cheese before your entree. If you want to have it all then kuddos, it's well worth it!! As far as dessert goes, we are usually too stuffed... but occasionally we have the sorbet trio... mmm.

When you make reservations ask about the live band performances as times change and you may want to be seated near the band - they are always fantastic.

The atmosphere there is divine... like a faraway escape, you truly feel like you are in another place! PLUS, you get to enjoy the HUGE atrium of the Gaylord Texan... with sights to see around every corner!!

My perfect date with my husband? Book a room at the Gaylord (2nd night is free the month of your bday!!) reserve your table at The Ama Lur, enjoy a massage at the Relache' Spa, and finish off the night with rooftop fireworks (seasonal)...and then back to your room of course ; )

To REALLY do the Gaylord right I say save about $400 to take with you if you're staying the night, that way you can really enjoy all this place has to offer. Oh, and the best thing to room service... key lime pie and french fries, trust me.

ENJOY!!…

Great food but definitely expensive. Very unique atmosphere within the Gaylord Texan. It feels like you are sitting outside even though you are in the middle of the hotel. The food is very good and worth rave reviews. The pricing I thought was a little high but I would still recommend it.…

Latin at it's best and biggest in Texas!. This is an amazing location with restaurants, a Hotel and Spa. If you have never been to Texas this is a must stop. The dining experience here is enormous, Many many flavors, wine bars, and food choices. This restaurant Ama Lur has a Margarita Bar, the party starts the moment you walk in. They have hand crafted cocktails, margaritas, sipping tequilas and ice cold cerveza. Hot Latin rhythm surrounds you as day turns to night and the Salsa Band begins to serenade you. Enjoy Southwestern snacks from the Ama Lur menu or ask for a dinner table with a view. The spa has body wraps, facials, massage everything you can think of. The spa and this restaurant is on the top of my list for dinning gifts and the day spa experience. Come to Gaylord where EVERYTHING really is bigger and better in Texas.…

A smart combination of family-friendly and adult-savvy. A smart combination of family-friendly and adult-savvy. The food was fantastic and the service was the best I have ever had. It is hard to believe this is a hotel. We came on Vacation / business with our kids and after a hard choice ( mostly by the kids) we decided to get Mexican. Why not, we are in Texas after all and this is about as close to the border of Mexico we have ever been. The tamales were out of this world and the kids had tacos. Not too exciting on choices, but very impressed with the presentation and our waiter. Great service , great food and a smart mix for families on vacation or even good for a date. PS, the margarita was perfect! :)…