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    The Sighting BBQ

    4.9 (15 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Sue D.

    Great BBq in the little town of sandstone. Cute, fun atmosphere. Nothing fancy but good bbq.

    Nice view while waiting for dinner.
    Carolyn S.

    What a great food truck stop! We were coming through Sanderson and looking for a place to stretch our legs. Instead, we stuffed ourselves with delicious fried okra, fresh potato salad, and a bbq sandwich. There was a small indoor facility if you choose to eat onsite. It also contains a clean restroom and a small area to watch the sun go down. Great stop for sure!

    Tim A.

    Amazing service and phenomenal brisket!! This is now an immediate stop anytime I come through town

    Look at the large amount of brisket in this quesadilla

    Food smells great as soon as you drive up. The brisket quesadillas are on point. Great place to enjoy a nice lunch.

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    Beverly J.

    The brisket is amazing...perfect smoke ring, just the right amount of bark, tender and a flavorful marbling of fat. No sauce needed!

    Cosmic Cowboy

    Delicious BBQ, Fun Alien, Sasquatch and Chupacabra environment. My girlfriend and I stopped by because it looked interested and had some of the best BBQ I've had in a while. When traveling to and/or from the Big Bend area you should definitely stop here for a great bite to eat.

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    Food fresh made not frozen bbq beef pork were delicious very big portions!!! Neat UFO and Sasquatch effects and memorabilia's

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    The brisket sandwich was delicious, and the eating area and restrooms were very nice and clean.

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    I have eaten the brisket sandwich and the chicken salad sandwich. Both were very delicious. This is a great place to eat!

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    DB's Rustic Iron BBQ

    4.3(128 reviews)
    92.5 mi

    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!

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    Starlight Theatre Restaurant & Saloon

    4.2(518 reviews)
    92.6 mi
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    If you find yourself in the Terlingua Ghost Town, a meal at the Starlight Theater is an absolute…read morenon-negotiable. It is easily the heartbeat of the area, offering a dining experience that perfectly captures the eclectic, rugged, and friendly spirit of West Texas. Be prepared this place is popular for a reason. Wait times can easily reach the two-hour mark, but don't let that deter you. The trick is to put your name in first, then immediately pivot to "vacation mode." Grab a drink and an appetizer from the bar and head outside. The porch and the surrounding area become a lively social hub where locals and tourists mix seamlessly. The atmosphere is what truly sets Starlight apart. While we were waiting for our table, a couple of locals claimed the large bench right outside and broke into a spontaneous, spirited rendition of The Jungle Book theme songs! It was pure magic. My kids were completely enthralled by the performance, which turned a long wait into one of the highlights of our trip. It gave my husband and me the perfect window to relax with our drinks and soak in the desert air. The food lived up to the hype of the setting: Smoked Brisket Queso: This is an absolute must-order. It's rich, smoky, and the perfect fuel for a Ghost Town evening. Prickly Pear Margarita: Vibrant, delicious, and refreshing it's the quintessential West Texas cocktail. The Main Course: We ordered a variety of kid-friendly items and the Brisket Tacos. While everything we ate was delicious, be aware that their famous Texas Mesquite Smoked Brisket is in high demand they had unfortunately run out by the time we were seated, so get there early if that's your primary goal! The Starlight Theater isn't just a restaurant; it's an event. Between the incredible live local interactions, the "only-in-Terlingua" scenery, and the solid food and drink, it is a 5-star experience. Just remember: arrive early, bring your patience, and keep an ear out for the music!

    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.

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