The Water Stop? More like a quick stop for water -- because that's about all we stayed for. As one…read moreof only a handful of larger restaurants in Marfa, we expected a much more welcoming experience, especially considering the prices geared toward tourists. Unfortunately, this establishment did not feel family friendly or kid friendly despite presenting itself that way. After waiting around 10 minutes just for someone in our party to grab menus, we were eventually served water and later had our orders taken. However, the overall attitude and repeated glares from the waitress/bartender, Gary Jean, made the experience uncomfortable and unwelcoming. Good service goes a long way, and basic kindness shouldn't feel like too much to ask. It became clear that receiving decent service was going to be more effort than it should have been, so we decided to leave before our food even arrived. To management: supporting your staff better may help improve the customer experience overall. A little hospitality can make a big difference.

Short - we will go back. Pleasant atmosphere, nice waitstaff, good food & cold beer. Hallelujah…read more Long - stopped in on a random Wednesday - - they were packed! It's always a good sign when the parking lot is full in the middle of the week. Got a seat inside and waited. Then waited some more. The hostess seated a 14-top and we decided that we would leave if their orders went in first. BUT finally - a waitress. Friendly, though obviously harried by the unexpected mid-week bonanza. Drinks & food order in!! Margarita for me, Dos Equis for him, chili con queso, spicy chicken sandwich as shared plates. $22 marg was ABSOLUTELY worth it. Queso was SO good, with hefty chips made just right. Spice in the chicken - yes please. Did we wait, yes. Did we mind, NO. BEST PART - the people watching was PRIME. We could've passed another round & been entertained until closing but folks were waiting for tables and i was just buzzed enough on the ONE marg. Looking forward to tomorrow when we try a burger & cheesecake.

Really good food and a fun place. A casual and fun vibe. In the heart of Marfa. Great drinks,…read morefriendly staff and a nice way to end the day after a long trek.

Don't order the Caesar salad or the dumplings. Waste of money & slimy, in that order…read more Service was barely there My old fashioned was actually good, which is why it's 2 stars & not 1. I took half my dumplings to go because I'm hoping they're better cold. Also that meal cost me $50 I expected good food based one the reviews. I'm so disappointed. I'll never be back

Best burgers bar none! (And I've had some burgers y'all- even Mr. Gordon's)…read more Service is so thoughtful and caring. Great specials- cannot go wrong here!!! (Unless you come late and they sold out- try again tomorrow you will be thankful!!)

Perfect !! High quality food!! Locally sourced and well…read moreprepared. Worth every penny. The grilled cheese was oozing with raw white cheddar cheese. That cheese pull!! Burger was hand firmed and loaded with flavor.. All food is to go and they do not take cards.. The have canned beers and glass sodas.

Jett is a character in the movie Giant, which was filmed in the Marfa area, and the stars stayed at…read morethe Hotel Paisano where the restaurant is located. If you have never heard of the movie, that is a lot of their problem. The hotel and restaurant are resting on their laurels from a movie from the 1950s. If you took a date to see Giant when it first came out, you probably need food you can gum. We were here two years ago and had a good experience so we came back and were sorely disappointed. Service was appallingly slow because there was one waitress (who was great) for the entire restaurant and patio. There was one bartender. Very short-staffed. We had drinks and chips and salsa on the patio before moving inside for dinner. Entrees on the menu were chicken and veggie burgers (no beef?) and chicken was out. The other entrees were the pistachio-crusted steak (basically fancy chicken fried steak) and a ribeye. They were out of the pistachio-crusted steak. So, it was a veggie burger or a ribeye. No chicken dishes, no fish, no pasta. A frozen veggie burger or a $45 ribeye. We started with a a charcuterie board which was tasty but not very generous. The ribeyes were served on mashed potatoes and very good, but there was no vegetable, no bread - just steak and potatoes. I don't mind the price of the steak but part of that price is service and if there is one server for an entire restaurant and the patio, the service is not going to be that good, and it wasn't. Drinks were not refilled, dessert wasn't offered (they might have been out!), so it was eat and run. So, staffing issues, inventory management issues and a restaurant that had a number of customers to serve so they should do better. Much better.

Paired with the historic Hotel Paisano, Jett's doesn't quite rise to the occasion. Striving for the…read morerefined rustic setting of the hotel, the restaurant's ambience feels more dated than decorative. The staff is friendly, but twice during our dinner the host interrupted our group's conversation with incidental small talk. The host also took photos of our table for the "night manager to see how busy we are". The host did this without asking for permission. Our server was more engaged than intrusive, friendly and helpful. The kitchen and bar were on the slow side, and unfortunately the food/drinks were not exceptional enough to offset the delays. Though remote, Marfa has an eclectic food scene, and there's better options that Jett's.

All killer, no filler...this food trailer is serving up the best Mexican fare in town bar none!…read more Mami Nina herself is on the grill and you simply can't go wrong. Best tacos & burritos in town, but don't take my word for it, just ask the Sheriff posted up in the parking lot snarfing down his grub. Special shout out for the chorizo, egg & cheese breakfast burrito ($7), no better way to start the day. I wasn't brave enough to go for the spam, egg & cheese burrito but damn sure they go it. Situated within the El Cosmic parking lot, they got ample picnic tables nearby to get your eat on. For bevies they got aqua frescas ($2.50-$3.50) coffee & soda pop.

La Venture is one of my favorite restaurants in these United States. The atmosphere is gorgeous,…read morewith art lining the walls and beautiful booths and tables in an intimate setting. The waitstaff is terrific, from the friendly bartender (you can purchase almost the entire menu for 1/2 price at the bar!), to the professional waiters. The food choices are diverse and international. I love the dumplings and the bao; they transport you right to China. The glazed shrimp appetizer is to die for, and the pizza, best in Marfa. But the real piece de resistance is the steak, especially ribeye special. It's huge, and cooked just right (I love mine medium rare). Shout out to the ramen, unlike any you've ever had, and the wide variety of drink specials provide a number of whimsical choices that should please every taste bud. The chef here is terrific, as is the service. You can eat here 5 times and never have the same international fare. It's shocking in West Texas to discover a restaurant so accommodating, and the prices mean the entire family can enjoy the experience. Don't miss this incredible restaurant!

Stopped into LaVenture after a long day on the road, and while it checked the "convenient" box, it…read moredidn't quite rise to memorable. We started with the salad, which was a solid opener--fresh, generous portion, and overall enjoyable. Nothing that really stood out, but definitely not a miss. The pizza was... okay. You can tell it's fire oven cooked, which is usually a win, but ours came out a bit too toasty--borderline burnt on one side. It also wasn't cut properly, which made things a little awkward. Some slices weren't cut through at all (had to ask for a knife), and others were uneven--ranging from oversized wedges to tiny slivers. Service was a little scattered, but to be fair, we came in toward the end of the night and our server mentioned it had been a hectic evening. No real complaints there--just felt a bit rushed and disorganized. A couple of downsides: they close at 9:30, which isn't ideal if you're looking for a late-night bite or drink, and there's no room service--you have to head down to order. Overall, it's a convenient spot if you're staying at the hotel and need something easy, but it's not necessarily a destination meal. Convenient? Yes. Notable? Meh.

This place was awesome! We're driving through and needed fast but didn't want chain food. Tri La…read moreBite was perfect! Very friendly service, order was ready in 10min, and the food was fresh and yummy! Each part of our food was good- the wraps were filled with fresh ingredients, fries were hot and crispy and not cheap tasting, sauces were flavorful! It's a food truck in a big parking lot with shaded picnic tables.

If you are blowing through alpine STOP HERE. The service was…read moretop tier, dude who took our order was SO polite, the food was AMAZING and got out pretty quick! I had the bacon cheddar fries and my girlfriend had the chicken pita. The seating was nice and clean and everyone there is so nice! Locals walking up left and right talking to everyone. 10/10 spot, would recommend

A lot of towns we drove by we kept seeing the DQ sign but kept passing through…read more Today was the day that we stopped in Marfa, Texas. I got the medium sized green dipped cone that was advertised on their window and a Barqs root beer. Doc got a different drink from her first choice as the machine was not working at the moment . The lady told her which drink was available instead. Little things make me happy. After I ate the green mint shell off my cone I got my straw and sliced off most of the ice cream into my cup- tadah.., root beer float. Doesn't take much to delight me... once in a while.

Had a good burger several years ago here so I returned. Ordered a Beltbuster Combo at drive thru…read morefor $9.99. At the window they charged me $10.89 plus tax, $11.76. When I asked about the difference they just wanted to argue about how much the burger cost alone is. I mentioned the price on the menu and they angrily shut down. Sadly I tossed the burger and cold fries.

My husband and I stayed in Alpine, TX on our way to Big Bend. During our stay, we stopped in at…read moreSpicewood Restaurant and it did not disappoint! First off- the vibes/ ambience as the sun sets is unreal! I loved the views from the restaurant and really gave the Texas vibes we were looking for. Service was pleasant and timely which is always appreciated. I got a glass of wine and my husband got a beer. Food wise, I got the steak bites and absolutely loved them! So good. My husband got the Spicewood Philly and some wings. He enjoyed his food, as well. If you're in the area, I'd definitely suggest you stop by for a meal!

Fresh food, good flavors, atmosphere and employees are awesome!…read more Open from 5pm-9pm on certain days of the week.

This cute restaurant is in the lobby of the Mountain View Lodge. All lunch options have the same…read moreprice, how unique. We tried the BLT, chuck wagon, and chicken tenders. Bacon was crispy and the flavorful sandwich had fresh tomatoes. Delicious! Chuck wagon is a great chicken fried steak sandwich. So filling.

If I could leave zero I would. Took almost an hour for there number #1 (eggs, HB, biscuit with…read moresausage.) screwed up our order . Big time. I had to get up and get my OJ because she never brought it when she did my wife's coffee. Never asked how things was with our meal. The hash browns were soggy and tasted bad like been there awhile. Didn't even look like HB's. They were rubbery. Eggs were ok(can't mess those up to bad but I'm sure they can). Biscuit was cold. It's convenient here because it's attached to some cabins so you get up and come here. No thanks. This whole establishment was nasty. Save your money and try somewhere else. Maybe the person who gave all 5 stars are related or had cereal. Cannot see how that ever could be.