Big Bend - Alpine - Marfa - Fort Davis

[deft 6747]

Long draw pizza if you’re there with kids during the day. Might be one of your only options.

[Anton Chigurh 3316]

Long Draw doesn’t open until 3/4pm. The BBQ place is closed Tuesday as well.

There’s Chili Pepper Cafe and the cafe attached to the gas station. El Gordo’s food truck looks good, too.

[deft 6747]

Well shit. Guess it’s gonna be frozen burritos microwaved at the cottonwood general then.

[stc 1440]

not many options for lunch in terlingua. chili pepper cafe and espresso y poco mas are 2 that i know will be open. 

[Your Mom 4748]

I’ve never had their lunch but Espresso y Poco Mas does a nice breakfast.  

[tigol 2370]

I’ve never had their lunch but Espresso y Poco Mas does a nice breakfast.  

True.

[RexWilson 1341]

Went to Big Bend for the first time over spring break. Towed our camper and stayed at Big Bend Station in Study Butte. 
 

Loved the park. We didn’t do any long hikes. Kept things on the shorter side to try and experience more areas.

I find the history of the park, surrounding communities, and the river/water rights very interesting. 
 

[Jersey Man10 3466]

Any food recommendations? I went to Magoo’s last year in Alpine and loved their chicken fried steak. This time I’ll be in Fort Stockton, Fort Davis, Alpine, and Terlingua.

[deft 6747]

Longdraw has good pizza, cold beer, and great people after a long day of hiking. Starlight cafe is a must at least once in your lifetime if you go regularly. Split the Diego burger though.

Edit: meant to say this is for terlingua. I’ve heard la kiva is open again which is also cool. Book your tix now for balmorhea if they’re not already gone for whatever day you’re passing through. If it’s your first time, time 90 one way and 10 back.

[GreenspointTexas 9340]

10 hours ago, Jersey Man10 said:

Any food recommendations? I went to Magoo’s last year in Alpine and loved their chicken fried steak. This time I’ll be in Fort Stockton, Fort Davis, Alpine, and Terlingua.

Venga and Starlight in Terlingua

12 Gage and Brick Vault BBQ in Marathon

Convenience West, Para Llevar and Cochineal in Marfa, if u make it over there. 

Reata (maybe, its ok) in Alpine. 

 

[tigol 2370]

Normally I would recommend Reata in Alpine, but my last visit in March was not good.

Judy’s Bread and Breakfast never disappoints.

[stc 1440]

this would've been wild to experience...

https://abcnews.go.com/US/texas-town-deploys-snow-plows-after-50-degree/story?id=110671830

 

 

[NoName 16191]

On 5/9/2024 at 8:59 AM, tigol said:

Judy’s Bread and Breakfast never disappoints.

bad news, they just had a pretty bad fire there, per the Alpine Mayor Judy's is a total loss.

https://bigbendsentinel.com/2024/05/27/fire-ravages-historic-section-of-downtown-alpine/
 

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A fire that broke out next to the Holland Hotel in Alpine late yesterday afternoon could not be quickly contained and burned through several businesses in a row along W. Holland Ave. across from the Amtrak station between 5th and 6th Streets.

Several witnesses said the fire seemed to start in Judy’s Bread and Breakfast Bakery Cafe, although officials have not confirmed the location or cause. Smoke enveloped much of the downtown area and beyond as firefighters let the blaze burn itself out while trying to protect the adjoining buildings, including the Holland Hotel and the Catchlight Art Gallery. Alpine Mayor Catherine Eaves confirmed the following businesses are a total loss: Judy’s Bread and Breakfast, Eva’s Salon, Gallery on the Square, La Azteca and Vintage Antiques and Snazzy Things.

 

 

Edited June 3 by NoName

[Your Mom 4748]

It’s not a destination restaurant by any means, but a breakfast burrito from Alicia‘s Mexican Restaurant in Alpine is pretty damn good when you’ve been off the grid in the park for a few days. 
 

[MidTexHorn 768]

6 hours ago, NoName said:

bad news, they just had a pretty bad fire there, per the Alpine Mayor Judy's is a total loss.

https://bigbendsentinel.com/2024/05/27/fire-ravages-historic-section-of-downtown-alpine/
 

 

That sucks. Eaten breakfast at Judy's several times while staying at the Holland. Anyone have info on what damage was done to the Holland?

[stc 1440]

looks like holland escaped any serious damage. 

Businesses Affected:

• Judy's Bread and Breakfast

• Eva's Salon

• Gallery on the Square

• La Azteca

• Vintage Antiques and Snazzy Things

 

[BonzoMontreaux 1032]

Did this trip the past week. Stayed in Marfa. La Ventura restaurant located in St Georges was maybe a little over priced but it was great. Aster’s Cafe across from the court house was great for breakfast. Also, got pizza from Para Llevar. It was not too bad. I stayed at the Stover House. If that comes up as a place you are interested in, let me know and I can give you some ideas on what to expect based on my experience.

We did go to Balmorhea on Thursday and we were able to make reservations and get in that day. I think if you plan on visiting on the weekend you do want to plan ahead and book when you decide to go.

[Hagbard Celine 10497]

On 5/31/2024 at 2:06 PM, stc said:

this would've been wild to experience...

https://abcnews.go.com/US/texas-town-deploys-snow-plows-after-50-degree/story?id=110671830

 

 

day after the cotton bowl convict rape 2 jan 91 pulled in to marathon with thunderstorms on the west side of the glass mountains

they rolled over the summit after dark, then proceeded to throw down 100 lightning strikes per minute, that made no sound

and that's all i have to say about that

[stc 1440]

was reading that starting in spring 2025 they're redoing the restaurant and visitor center in the basin. sounds like parking will be extremely limited for a couple years, expect a 1 in 1 out situation. also said there will be a gate that locks at 10pm preventing access to the basin...even if you're camped up there you have to be back by 10:00 or you're locked out. don't understand that one. expected completion spring 2027. 

[4th&Five 41042]

That’ll suck. We had to circle for 25 minutes to find parking last February. 

[bolverk 28852]

I don't know if this is the right thread, but:

Texas General Land Office purchases massive West Texas ranch near Big Bend National Park

The Texas General Land Office has purchased a more than 353,000 acre private ranch (550 square miles) in West Texas’ sprawling Big Bend region that had been listed for sale at more than $245.6 million.