Big Cowboy Boot

Shamrock, Texas

TexasRoadside Attraction

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Find this Big Cowboy Boot roadside attraction in front of Grif’s Steakhouse in Shamrock, Texas (formerly Big Vern’s Steakhouse) on Route 66.

Located in a former CITGO station, Big Vern’s Steakhouse was once a Shamrock institution. Known for its juicy steaks and tasty beer bread, the restaurant offered a delicious night out for cross-country travelers and locals alike. Inside Big Vern’s, the Western decor featured Texas-themed murals, and outside this Shamrock, Texas attraction, a giant big red cowboy boot, was the centerpiece attraction. Unfortunately, the titular Big Vern passed away in 2019 and the steakhouse closed in 2020.

In 2023 a new restaurant, Grif’s Steakhouse, opened in the former Big Vern’s location and this big cowboy boot has been repainted. The now black and brown boot features a painting of a cowboy and Texas Route 66 shield.

 

 

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Big Cowboy Boot in Shamrock, Texas Route 66 Roadside Attraction

Big Cowboy Boot

3 based on 1 reviews

Address:

200 E 12th St, Shamrock, TX 79079

Hours:

Visible 24/7

Cost:

Free

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Big Cowboy Boot in Shamrock, Texas Route 66 Roadside Attraction at Grif's Steakhouse/Big Vern's Steakhouse
Big Cowboy Boot in Shamrock, Texas Route 66 Roadside Attraction at Grif's Steakhouse/Big Vern's Steakhouse

Know Before You Go

To make the most of your visit to the Big Cowboy Boot in Shamrock, Texas, here are some things to know before you go.

Where can you find the Big Cowboy Boot on Route 66?

You’ll find the big boot at 200 E 12th Street in Shamrock, right along historic Route 66. It’s outside the former Big Vern’s Steakhouse location, which has been taken over by Grif’s Steakhouse, and the boot remains a standout roadside attraction among the best attractions on Route 66 in Shamrock, Texas.

Is there a cost or admission fee to visit the boot?

No, viewing and photographing the Big Cowboy Boot is completely free, it’s an outdoor roadside attraction that’s visible to anyone driving through town.

When can you visit the Big Cowboy Boot?

The boot is visible 24 hours a day, year-round, since it’s outdoors along the street. It’s easiest to appreciate (and photograph) during daylight, but you can swing by anytime you’re in town. While the big cowboy boot is always visible, the business it stands in front of, Grif’s Steakhouse, has more limited hours.

Is parking nearby?

Yes, since it’s right off the street in Shamrock’s downtown area, there’s street parking nearby so you can safely pull over and walk up for a closer look. You can also pull into the Grif’s Steakhouse parking lot for a quick picture or park at your nearby Shamrock motel and walk.

Where to Stay Near the Big Cowboy Boot

Complete your travel itinerary and get a good night’s rest with a stay at one of these Route 66 hotels in Shamrock, Texas.

Western Motel

The Western Motel is located on Route 66, directly across from the Conoco Tower Station and U-Drop Inn Café, one of the most popular roadside attractions in Shamrock, Texas. With a convenient location, spacious rooms, and a 24-hour front desk, you can’t go wrong with this classic motel. They even have pet-friendly rooms for your furry travel companions.

Shamrock Country Inn

The Shamrock Country Inn is a classic roadside motel in a classic Route 66 town. The hotel opened in September 1959 as the Shamrock Ranger Motel. Rooms surround a U-shaped courtyard with plenty of free parking and offer few frills but comfy beds, Wi-Fi, TVs, private bathrooms, coffee machines, and a 24-hour front desk. Before hitting the road stop by the breakfast room for a complimentary breakfast and be sure to get a Texas-shaped waffle.

Blarney Inn

Formerly the 1950s Rambler Motel, the Blarney Inn promises a “a wee bit of Ireland here in Shamrock.” The Shamrock motel provides air-conditioned rooms, a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and family rooms.

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