Coyote Coffee (formerly Big Sandy) in Marfa gets five stars from me, with the small caveat that I'm…read moregrading a little on a curve, because... well, it's Marfa, and options are limited. That said, it's a cool spot with great people and I'd happily go back. I ordered their signature breakfast sandwich, egg, bacon, and cheese on a biscuit. It was good, not mind-blowing. The biscuit was a little dry, which was a bummer since that's supposed to be the star of the show. I kept wishing for some butter or sauce to bring it together. On the flip side, I also grabbed a slice of cake and that was excellent, easily my favorite thing I ate there. For drinks, I got a matcha latte. They warned me the matcha was a bit earthy and suggested adding sweetener, which I did. I always wonder if "earthy" is code for lower-quality matcha, if ceremonial matcha doesn't really need sugar, but with the sweetener it was totally fine and enjoyable. The space itself is cute and very Marfa. It's in a converted gas station that's part coffee shop, part vintage clothing store, with vintage motorcycles to keep the gas station theme going. There are only a couple of tables, and it's not really a place I felt like lingering with a book or a laptop. More of a grab-a-coffee-and-move-on kind of spot. If you're visiting Marfa and heading out to explore, it's perfect for that. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming. They were attentive, brought my food to the table even though they initially said it would be window pickup, and the place is dog-friendly, very relaxed, and unpretentious. I'd absolutely come back the next time I'm in town.

Coyote Coffee (previously Big Sandy) is the best coffee shop in Marfa! In fact it's the best in the…read moreBig Bend of West Texas :) We had a Macchiato & Cortado every day we were in Marfa and even drove over from Fort Davis a couple of times. They make some excellent drinks and the staff is very friendly. The shop is in a old gas station so there is plenty of parking and places to sit inside and out. This is a very chill shop with relaxing vibes in the creative town of Marfa Texas. Marfa, by the way, is a pretty awesome place to visit :)

Blink and you may miss this quaint cafe... Mutual Friends' staff is indeed friendly. The team…read moremember was flying solo on a busy Sunday morning, and never lost her composure. She was kind, efficient, and pulled a fantastic espresso shot! The biscuits and jam were in the classic Southern style, and the breakfast tacos were spot on and fresh. Snag the zucchini bread while you're there. Highly recommend... cheers!

Honestly, wasn't expecting much. Just happened upon this place and it far exceeded expectations!!…read moreHIGHLY RECOMMEND!! The coffee was good, the homemade bagels were awesome, brought to you by a classically trained Chef from the CIA. Also tried a gluten-free buckwheat chocolate chip cookie, which could just be sold as the best chocolate chip cookie you'll ever have. I hope I can come back on my way to the mountains. limited seating as the place was small, but it was early so we didn't have a problem. Middle of the desert, mysterious Marfa Mutual Friends. And apparently it's a fancy little trendy wine bar in the evening with tin fish and everything. Thank you for a great taste experience!

I've eaten here twice and everytime I've left feeling like I just had the best hot dog experience…read moreof my life. The menu changes and you never know what kind of experimental hot dog you'll find. My first time through I had a Muffelletta hot dog that was absolutely to die for. If you're in Alpine this is for sure the coolest place to grab a bite!

I used to live in Alpine a few years back and made it a point to visit as many places as I could…read morewhile living there. I don't remember Cow Dog being here before so after driving by a few times and deciding I could do better than McDonald's as I was leaving town, I dropped in to see what they had to offer. The cashier was friendly and when her credit machine wouldn't work after a bit and all I had was $8 cash, she was gracious and gave me what I wanted at a dollar discount. Extremely reasonable prices for the caliber of breakfast burrito I received. I got the bounty burrito and it was definitely worth the wait! Packed full of roasted potatoes, freshly sautéed bell peppers, chunks of breakfast meat and flavorful egg I was bummed I was leaving and wouldn't be able to enjoy another one on a different day. There's ample inside seating and even more patio seating. There's free street parking, but take into account it's on a one way so plan accordingly. I think people might pass it often because there was a sign on the other one way back to remind you where to turn. I hope this place lasts a long time like all my other favorites up there. Support local businesses when you travel through because you never know what simple delights you'll enjoy unless you try.

My coffee brain said don't leave Marfa without stopping at Big Bend Coffee Roasters…read more So I dropped in on 2.17.2025. The entrances are a bit strange. The far west end where I thought I needed to go was closed. Another door - maybe two - led to employee-only or FedEx or maybe UPS-only areas. Eventually through the fish aquarium-like entrance I saw displays and what seemed like a menu. No one was up front in the surprisingly dusty, dirty room. Or was that ground coffee powder? Lol. After milling around a moment looking at the flavors, I finally saw a doorbell to ring for service on the dang table. I settled on a Vienna roast called "Dark Skies" ($14 per 1-lb. bag) that is rich and smooth just like the packaging says... I tried it today. The nice man who finally assisted me stated that I should try the Toddy blend next time. Love the coffee. Not sure about the setup.

While my wife and I were staying at the Gage Hotel in Marathon for our week-long Big Bend National…read morePark trip, the coffee we tried in our room and at the lobby in the morning were quite good. Even the decaf coffee I tried at night (for some reason, any amount of caffeine keeps me up at night nowadays so I refrain from drinking anything caffeinated after 3 PM or so) was equally good. When we saw that they were roasted by Big Bend Roasters, we made it a point to stop by during our brief stay in Marfa before the long drive back home. After a late lunch at The Water Stop, we checked Yelp and it indicated Big Bend Roasters will remain open until 3 PM. We got there at around 2:30 PM and saw "Closed" sign on a door. Thinking there must be a mistake, I opened another door and must've startled the guy in there in what looked like an area where they bag the beans. In any case he told us to come in via the other door with the "closed" sign. When we came in, we asked if they were closed and he just shrugged and asked us if we knew what we want. My wife told him about the coffee at the Gage Hotel and he knew exactly which ones we wanted. He went back into the room we initially saw him in and bagged the whole bean coffee we requested (2 1-lb bag of Bolivia Caranavi and Decaffeinated Mexico Chiapas). We were charged $13 for each bag! Looking at their website, they charge $15 per bag not including shipping...so glad we stopped by and bought coffee right there to get the discount. While I don't think we'll make the 6.5-hour drive just to buy coffee from them, perhaps we can ask friends visiting the area to stop by. We are now fans and currently savoring coffee from Big Bend Roasters while at home this foggy December morning...nothing like coffee made from freshly ground coffee beans poured from a French press!

Quick service. Neat little seating area. Tons of options that all look great but i chose the…read moredragonfruit açaí bowl that was phenomenal.

If you are looking for a morning pick me up on the road from Marfa to San Antonio....annnnnd…read moreeverything in Marfa is closed like usual, have no fear! Stop by Jugo on the way in Alpine! I went with the Josh Smoothie (peach, strawberry, blueberry and pineapple) which was absolutely delicious. My wife went with the blueberry banana bowl and she loved it. Plenty of room to sit and do work or play on your phone while your smoothies are being prepared and the service was on point. KG Recommended!

Elliot from Austin is offering hospitality like the old days - a friendly welcome and hot coffee…read moreeven before breakfast sammiches are selling off the shelves. Overjoyed to try their new eponymous Columbian roast - dark, toasty, and balanced surprisingly preferred in a cup of drip (rather than my usual Cappuccino). The large, chewy, salted chocolate chunk cookie (flaked salt - crunchy!) is an indulgent compliment and added sustenance for shopping 10/10 in-house Vintage.

Friendly reception & cool vibe. Hubby's drip was hot & strong. My breve latte was perfectly…read morebalanced. A quick sandwich & a scone rounded out our visit. Definitely recommend!

We stopped here for Tesla supercharger. The beer barn next to a supercharger is truly epic,…read moreespecially if you have FSD. (Never drink and drive). There is a walk in part of the barn that has all the drinks that you need as well as outdoor eating area. Restrooms were clean also!

Skelton's Runway in Alpine, TX, is not just a drive-thru shop for liquor, beer, and wine…read more They also sell tobacco, snacks, candy, ice, some grocery items, some household items, custom drinks like "Dirty Dr. Pepper", Chocolate Covered Strawberry shakes, and Micheladas, plus food items like breakfast burritos, Frito pies, hot dogs, and elote. You can order for pickup or delivery via their website: https://skeltonsrunway.com/ Only one side was open when we were there on 2.15.2025, but during busier hours I noticed how you can enter from either side of the building. You can also park and shop. I picked up a 6-pack of Texas Helles lager by Community Beer Company. It's alright for just under $12. Very friendly, quick service. Clean, organized store. They often put on events with car shows, vendors, food trailers/trucks, and concerts. I'm a fan.

A visit to Marfa isn't complete without passing a few hours (or the day) sipping on the wine at…read moreChateau Wright Winery. I've visited the winery twice now and it's a permanent stop on the itinerary I plan to Marfa. If you're a red wine drinker - you're in luck - as yummy reds are the bulk of the varieties you can enjoy. I recommend doing a tasting to fully enjoy - especially if it's your first time visiting. Plus - if you end up purchasing a bottle, the tasting fee is waved. While the property itself is still a bit in progress (they were putting the finishing touches on an AirBnB section the last time I visited, it's more about the wine and the views, right? And there's no better way to pass your day than by enjoying a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains as you gaze out over the grape vines. The staff is ALWAYS super friendly, if you're lucky you'll spot one of the roaming pets on the property, AND there's a really awesome food truck on site (Too Hot for TABC). If you find yourself in the area, don't pass up a visit to Chateau Wright Winery.

Absolutely stunning winery and fod truck outside of Fort Davis just 10 minutes away. James Smith…read morethe onwer is one cool cat. All the wine is truly amazing. The way they do things and the things they try here are gonna be big news very soon I assure you. The reds are amazing and the GTM sweet red are stunningly good wines here. All pretty affordable as well. The house bruger is a must and the charcuterie board is as well. Say hello to the dog moose for sure! He's a cutie!