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!

Been here twice so far. Service is fast and the view is incredible! Yesterday we had the Burrito…read moreMexicano, it was really good. Today we tried the avocado toast. VERY GOOD. The coffee was also excellent. (Vanilla latte)

The deli here was amazing. The prices of the general store for like groceries is outrageous so get…read moreyour groceries before you go but the deli food the sandwiches the sandwiches are huge. We had a roast beef. We had a Reuben. Oh, it was so good. We called and ordered it to go And you just cannot miss this deli if you visit here.

Delicious breakfast burritos! Some homemade salsa would be nice but I still loved it.read more

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.

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!

We showed up hungry and left completely blown away! The BBQ was next level, but the real win--we…read morecame on a Sunday and were lucky enough to get the dino ribs . Let me tell you... massive, tender, and packed with flavor. Honestly, it was so good I completely forgot to take pictures until after we already devoured it . That's how you know it's legit. And the margaritas? So good--perfect way to top it all off. Terlingua has some serious gems, and this is definitely one of them! Don't pass up on this bbq very chill ambiance and excellent service!

Great coffee shop with lots of drink options, and a few breakfast food options as well. We ordered…read moretwo cold brews and two breakfast sandwiches and they were all ready in just a little more than 5 minutes. Takeout only.

This place is ok in a pinch. The drink I had was good but the breakfast sandwich was terrible…read more Like...gross that I ended up throwing half of it away and chose starving over eating it. I was super bummed because we were headed on a jeep tour and some sustenance would have been beneficial. But, the Cookie Dough coffee "fancy drink" was pretty good but both my friend and I didn't taste the "cookie dough" part of it. It was still good but it was more of a mystery flavor. :) They do get extremely busy and we waited a super long time for our beverages - 30 minutes.

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 :)

Only in the area for 3 days and went to Venga on day 2. It was so good we came back on day 3 before…read moreheading out. The SmashBurger with the dill sauce is AMAZING, especially after a long day of hiking. In addition to the good food, there are many nifty souvenirs to browse. Also, they feature a lot of outdoor gear in case you forgot anything/broke anything. Also, tons of art. And bags of ice if needed.. I mean this place really has everything. Did I mention it's also reasonably priced?! This was a pleasant surprise for me in a remote town where everything is priced at a premium.

Very cool spot. Love the vibe and BYOB! Cool art and swag for sale. Got the club sandwich and it…read moredid the trick!

Great food and service but the view .... Fantastic ... best…read morein Terlingua . Has a marvelous time with our students

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.

Good coffee options. We tried the cookies and they were good. Service was good. Very respectful.read more

We stopped by the bakery to have an afternoon ice cream sundae. We had several different flavors…read morebetween us and all were very good. The young man working at the bakery was very attentive and took great care of us.

Not a lot of places in the area that aren't Tex-Mex but this place has alternatives. Nice place -…read moreinteresting vibe; space is like a cave. You order and pay @ the bar, seat yourself, and the food is brought out to you. I ordered the pica pepperoni pizza which was different, but good. No frills. Bar - but selection of alcohol is a little disappointing. Only one choice of bourbon, only one choice of whiskey, etc. so if you prefer a specific brand, you're probably not going to find it here. Note that after 10 PM, they only serve pizza - nothing else that's on the menu.

Visited in late August/early September, 2026. The floor was wet & slippery both times we went…read morethere. There is little to no lighting in the men's bathroom. The women's toilets are so low to the floor that I had to physically help a disabled, elderly woman off of the toilet. Do not go here if you have any disability. The pizza was black & burned, & when we complained, we were told by the waitress that she herself "likes her pizza a little more cooked", as if she was the one who had to eat it??? We couldn't eat most of the pizza because it was inedible, but the waitress was visibly confused & told us, "Wow, we've never had that problem before"; well, now you do. But most of the staff is pretty cool, especially the blonde young man with the apron, & the young lady with pigtails & tattoos. But I would most definitely skip this hazard of an establishment. I'm only giving you 2 stars because most of the staff were so kind. Most of them. Otherwise, go somewhere else. But. Great music, cool decor & I like how you cuss all over the menu. Pretty edgy place! Edit: Also, the first time we came, none of the stuff at the restaurant that we wanted was actually on the menu from online. We were told by the gentleman at the bar that they "don't have any control of the website menu". Then who does???