There are a few good spots to eat in Terlingua, TX and this is one of them! Smaller place with…read moreoutside (covered) seating. Our server was quick and efficient. Very friendly too! We ordered the tacos (pork, beef and tongue) and I had the enchiladas. Everything came out quick and the food was delicious! Definitely stop here if you make your way through Terlingua.

Great spot for dinner…read more We tried the 5 tacos - Al pastor and carne asada and they were great flavor and the salsa was good I tried the chicken enchiladas and pretty good as well but the rice and beans weren't my favorite BYOB and dog friendly!! Food comes out pretty quickly once ordered Mainly outdoor seating but covered patio which is great!!

We had our first full day ahead of us in Big Bend. To start it off right, we decided to come here…read morefor some food. The outside is cute and quaint. We even saw some roadrunners catching a break. Perhaps getting a coffee break too before the adventures ahead? Although the place is small (and it being the off season), there was still a line in the morning - a good sign! The kitchen, namely the grill, is right in front of you where you order. That being said, you can smell all of the delicious food being made fresh to order. That includes the jalapenos. When I ordered, I went ahead and got an iced coffee and the burrito mexicano. The coffee did the job. No complaints. The burrito was certainly a surprise. It has no meat but it makes up for it was plenty of flavor, namely through the jalapenos and avocado. In reality, it's such a simple burrito (eggs, tomato, and onions as well) that just packs a punch of flavor. Highly recommend!

I'm giving this coffee shop five stars for the simple fact when you order a breakfast item with no…read moreegg, they don't charge you for the eggs. Genius. This only makes sense given the fluctuating cost of eggs in this past year. This is my wishlist for all restaurants to follow. I also thought their salsa was exceptional, and I love the outdoor seating and setting that embraces the yeah it's hot, deal with it vibes.

Food was not bad. Server was very good as she was a down to earth person with nice personality. She…read morewas the only server but very attentive and was on top of things. Salsa and guacamole were very good. Food was okay but acceptable after a couple of hikes and exploring Big Bend. The place is what we expected out here in a small town.

It's just okay. Better than some other Mexican food choices around, don't expect great food or…read moreservice. FYI, you have to pay for chips and salsa, not like back home in DFW. Both times we went 4 months apart, they had just 1 server and she was scrambling the whole time. I give her props for keeping track of everything and everyone. Chicken fajita quesadillas were okay, better than the chicken enchiladas I got the second visit. If we go back, I'll stick to fajitas or quesadillas. Wife had the beef enchiladasthe first time, she thought they were okay, second d time she had the burger and enjoyed it. Overall, not bad, not good, but remember where you are...the freaking desert :)

A must for anyone who has wondered their way to the town of Terlingua. Our group had made our way…read moreafter a long day of travel. We actually were not keen on eating out. However, with uncanny timing in the scorching Texas Summer, the power was out at our Airbnb. Sweaty, tired, and frustrated, we arrived at the Starlight looking for solace. Thankfully, coming in during the exact offseason of Big Bend, there was no wait at all for our group of six. Service was great. Namely, we quickly got waters to quench our thirsts. Never having tried an antelope burger, I opted for that. Minimal to no gamey flavor at all. If anything, it was pretty much similar in almost all aspects to a lean beef burger. The green chile added some texture and flavor but not to the point where it detracts from the meat itself. That's a plus! Other things that I will note - the restroom is outside in a shack that's right across from the outside bar area. The inside of the restaurant truly feels rustic and magical at the same time - a feel that really encapsulates Terlingua. We didn't get to see a performance. It looked like they were preparing for one but there wasn't anything for that evening. Some pluses were that our waitress was kind enough to give us a bag of ice as the restaurant was closing for the night. It was definitely appreciated as our the power to our Airbnb would not be restored until afternoon of the next day. She could have easily charged us but she did not. Much appreciated!

Would recommend. We went in the off season, so it was nice…read moreto be able to chill and take our time without feeling rushed to give up the table. In the in seasonal peak times, our waiter informed us there could be up to 200 people lining up out the door. While the food was good with great service, I think I'd be disappointed. It was great to be able to check off antelope from the bucket list of exotic fare. The food was good and represented the area well, but I wouldn't rave about it. Fir beer and soda, there is only canned and bottled as their soda fountain was broken along with the draft system- which has been for years now. Now on the other hand, the 3 margaritas we had were outstanding! There is a ramp along with stairs to enter. For the not-so-nice... there is a shared outdoor restroom with a toilet, urinal snd sink attached to the old jail cell. The urinal was so close to the toilet, that when getting up, it felt like you were shoving your head inside. And it reeked of old nasty urine. My suggestion, hold it.

We had the fajitas and queso. The chips tasted home made. It was all amazing and some of the best…read moreMexican food we have had. Service was excellent as well.

Great food! I got the flautas which were good, but my husband got the fajitas and they were…read morefantastic!! The woman who runs the place is all business. She is not mean, like another reviewer said. We cannot expect every hostess to be effusive. And we can't expect lightning fast service from a restaurant with so few staff members and unpredictable crowds. It was slower than what I would expect in the city, but life in west TX just moves at a slower pace. I do agree with another reviewer than Terlinguans hate tourists. They have such limited resources and tourists gobble of gas and groceries. Tread lightly when you visit Be aware that a dog without personal boundaries may great you when you open your car door. For us, that was fine, but for others, it may not be.

We came for late lunch. We didn't stay the night. We drove in from BBNP looking to try the famous…read morechili. I got my chili! Wasn't the best I've ever had . My husband's meal was very good. The guacamole came from fresh avocados. Could have used a little more mashing, for my liking. The mixed drink contained premixed concoctions. It was still drinkable. This establishment offers plenty of outdoor seating, counter/bar seating, and indoor seating. It is equipped with a stage for live music. Overall, great service and ambiance.

12 years later and The High Sierra ain't what she used to be. The lady friend and I came in for an…read moreearly dinner since The Starlight wasn't opening until 5, and we were starving from our full day in the park. I ordered a cup of chili and some Buffalo wings, and the lady friend ordered some chicken tacos. The chili was good, apparently they use the recipe from the award-winning cookout each year. The wings were weird; the flats were good and crispy but the drumettes were flimsy. The ladyfriend's tacos were horrible. They seemed to use the bagged Tyson precooked chicken breast strips that were all rubbery in texture. They gave here just a few pieces of cilantro and onion on top. These were not street tacos and needed some toppings to mask the crappy meat. I still gave them 3 stars because it's Terlingua, the beer was cold, the chili was good and the waiter was very nice.

Goat tacos are excellent. Cheese enchiladas and chicken tamales were okay…read more Sotol and margaritas are amazing. Ask for the spicy salsa and get the chips!

We tried going across on Wednesday but May-Oct they, US Border, only opens, Fri - Mon. So, on…read moreSaturday we left Fort Davis for Fort Stockton and had planned on dipping back through the Big Bend anyway. So, we just made a bee line to Boquillas. Crossing the Rio Grande was cool, just a flat aluminum boat with someone holding on to the front and walked us across. That was 5 bucks for the round trip. Funny, you don't know that until you're on the Mexico side. They asked us if my brother & I wanted to ride to town on a donkey. We said, no thanks we'll walk. The gentleman that asked said, OK I'll walk too. We found out upon returning to the crossing that we just hired a guide. At the restaurant, we both ordered a beer. He told us the 3 lunch specials he had for the day. They were all 8 dollars. We both went with the goat tacos. The food was really good. As we left, I took some photos of the restaurant and one with our guide, WHICH I FOUND OUT BACK AT THE RIVER WAS ANOTHER 10 DOLLARS. Bring cash, no one takes a CC. All in all it was a fun crossing and my brother & I had a laugh at the Suprise costs.

My husband and I stumbled upon DB's Rustic Iron BBQ, and wow... we are SO glad we did. This place…read morecompletely exceeded our expectations. He ordered the ribs and I got the pulled pork, and both were absolutely incredible. The pulled pork was easily some of the best I've ever had, perfectly tender and packed with flavor. You can tell everything is made with care. And the margaritas... next level. We tried the prickly pear and the smoked marg, and both were amazing. Highly recommend ordering at least one (or both). What really made the experience stand out was the hospitality. The owner actually came out and sat with us, took the time to chat, and made us feel so welcome. Just a genuinely great person. The food and the overall experience were so good... we literally came back again the next day. If you're anywhere nearby, do yourself a favor and check this place out. Highly, highly recommend!

Came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Fair number of patrons but not too busy. Service was…read morefast and friendly. I ordered a brisket taco, sausage taco, and a 1/4 lb of pork ribs The brisket was the biggest positive of my experience. Great marbling and smoky flavor, just from the brisket I see why they have such a strong reputation. The sausage was nothing to write home about. The pork ribs had a nice flavor to them even without the tasty hot bbq sauce, but they were pretty cold I will strongly advise against going the taco route if you are to visit. The portion for an $8 taco was astonishingly small, even if this were in the center of a big city, but for a spot in a literal ghost town that's a major ding. The prices by the pound for meat are pretty reasonable, and if you're going in a big enough group that's the move. Overall not my best experience, but I see why they have a strong reputation. Your options are limited in town, so if you know you're going to eat in Terlingua this is a good option, but I wouldn't come to town just for this on a Big Bend trip

This is not an inside restaurant. One orders and eats outside, they have a few tables, or takeout…read more On our way from Big Bend Ranch State Park, from a day of hiking and driving miles on dirt roads, to our hotel we stopped for dinner. Wow, phenomenal food. I had the Chili Verde con carne my husband had the Carne Asada and Chile Relleno Burrito. He described it as a Portillo's Beef with sweet pepper adding chihuahua cheeses and the tortilla made de exceptionally good. I hope te reader knows about Portillo's. Because I do not eat carbs my Chiki Verde was served with lettuce and avocado salad. The Chili verde was very tasty, had a kick, and the carne was tender and savory. So glad we stopped 5 minutes before closing. Good job El Changarrito.

Excellent food. Great little Mexican cafe style restaurant. Peppe the owner is an amazing cook. I…read morehad the taco plate. It's very delicious. Definitely be back soon

"So, are driving across or walking??" "Yeah!!.. we'll figure…read moreit out when we get there!!" Always, dread of crossing over or coming back from Mexico, it has to be the non cumbersome cross over from the USA and Mexico at any point on the southern border!! Had been wanting to visit for sometime, but during Covid had been shut down so come back we did!! So after our pre border checkin, the do's and dont's and come back early or make friends pretty quick cause border closes early late afternoon, would be nice if it was open at least 12-hours, but take what they give you and make the most of it!! Down the trail, reach the river and a nice boat ride so not to wet your feet!! (please tip!!) after making it across take your pick.. you can walk it... ride via equestrian... or taxi it (basically any car that's on hand)!! So we get to town.. take small stroll down the street and back up, lot of nice interesting item people offer for sale. Two restaurants where open so which to choose?? It's February with nice cold breeze working up and down.. the shady restaurant or the one with the sunny patio, so sunny patio it is!! Warm greeting.. sit where ever you like... and menus are handed.... so lets warm things up.... Margaritas... yes those will work out just fine!! Not feeling very hungry... ordered chips and guac!! the real stuff not like the fake guac in Alpine.. but that's another story!! More Margaritas .. yes!!! so after a while just to even thing out we ordered a Chile relleno plate with a extra tamal de puerco!! which we enjoyed!! Time to pay our bill and met the owner chatted a bit how the restaraunt came to be.. and to our suprize found out accomodations are available so an not to worry if you have too much of a good time!!! Bouquillas Del Carmen we"ll be back!!!

Terrible tacos, very pricey. Good view of the Rio Grande…read more The tacos tasted of stale tortillas (not handmade as we were told) and old meat. We tried 4 different types of meat. Not good. Whoever is giving 5 stars has never had authentic Mexican tacos.