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Tivo's Place

4.1 (52 reviews)
ModerateMexican
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Devon W.

The food was delicious! The service was great. I'm a vegetarian and could eat! I will return when back in the area.

Strawberry Tres Leches
Thira R.

I decided to celebrate the morning of my birthday at Tivo's Place on a whim while traveling out of town. My boyfriend and I started with the fresh chips and salsa and Tivo's Place was already proving themselves to be a good restaurant. We read good things about their chilaquiles, but unfortunately, they had just stopped serving breakfast. Our waitress kindly asked the kitchen to make an exception and I'm so glad she did because these green chili chilaquiles are INCREDIBLE! At the end of the meal, our waitress surprised me with a tres leches cake topped with a sparkling candle, and had to entire restaurant singing happy birthday to me. I was touched by the warmth and kindness I felt at Tivo's and can't wait to come back when I'm in town again.

Authentic Mexican Food!!
Kimber B.

Hands down, the best food in this area. The service was great and atmosphere was chill. The Authentic mexican food so mouth watering. The portions were spot on. We will stop at TIVO's every time we drive through this area.

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5 months ago

10 out of 10 we recommend! Great place, extremely clean and the owner was so sweet!

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1 year ago

Great service, food and ambiance. Ate dinner here twice during our stay and both meals were fantastic!

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9 months ago

We had incredibly great food! The restaurant was very clean and the staff were very friendly. Highly recommend!

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1 year ago

We had a short stay at the Longhorn Motel, had dinner at Tivo's the first night and really enjoyed their food.

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Thank you for choosing Tivo's :) we are glad you enjoyed the food.

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Thanks for stopping by Mrs. Catherine.

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Thank you for choosing Tivo's have a great day.

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So, so good! True West TX Mexican food. very fresh. Clean restaurant and friendly people.

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Service was outstanding! Food very very good and authentic! Nice to be served by people with good character! Thank you !

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Starlight Theatre Restaurant & Saloon

Starlight Theatre Restaurant & Saloon

4.2
(516 reviews)
4.5 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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Bowl of Terlingua Chili with jalapeños added
Bowl of Terlingua Chili with jalapeños added
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El Gordo's Grill

El Gordo's Grill

4.7
(54 reviews)
0.8 mi

Fast, friendly service. Delicious food! The Birria Quesadilla was excellent! Great value for the…read moreprice.

Gordo's is local, fast, and very good…read more While we were in Terlingua this food truck was our go to... we made three trips to this place ordering different things and it never let me down. We travelled there in mid-July and the options in Terlingua were somewhat limited, but this is one you don't want to skip. The first evening, we stopped by coming out of west Big Bend NP, and I just needed something easy and not messy. So, I got an horchata and an al pastor burrito. Liz had the al pastor tacos, and the burrito was a self contained version of that deliciousness. The agua de melon was very sweet and energizing after a long day of hiking in the park. The horchata was creamy and thick, but just as cold and refreshing as its fruity cousin. We went horseback riding with the Terlingua Stables and before checking out Big Bend Ranch State Park. This time around, Liz grabbed a burger, which she was happy with. I tried another burrito - the chicken fajita bacon ranch. The fries that came with Liz's burgers were good... i stole some. I went back for seconds and ordered a small order (6) of wings with a not so spicy version of the mango habanero. I was able to enjoy them, and I tried their third agua fresca - hibiscus/jamaica. In the end, i was impressed with Gordo's they were always there for us, during the Terlingua "slow" season. The service was very friend, and the food served was very good. Don't miss out on Gordo's.

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La Kiva Restaurant & Bar

La Kiva Restaurant & Bar

3.5
(142 reviews)
0.8 mi
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I'm not sure what I was expecting from a place in a ghost town, but La Keva absolutely blew me…read moreaway. We stopped in after a long day at Big Bend, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our whole trip. Let's start with the beef nachos. I've had a lot of nachos in my life, but these are on another level. The beef was incredibly flavorful--seasoned perfectly and piled on generously. Each chip was individually loaded instead of just dumping toppings on top, so every single bite had that perfect balance of crispy chip, melty cheese, tender beef, and fresh toppings. Do not skip these. I'm still thinking about them days later. For my main, I went with the shredded beef sandwich, and wow. The beef was so tender it practically fell apart, slow-cooked to perfection and piled high on what I think was a fresh-baked bun. It came with these seasoned fries that were crispy and well-salted. My partner got the enchiladas (also great), but honestly I couldn't stop stealing bites of my own sandwich. The view from the patio is ridiculous--you're looking straight at the Chisos Mountains while eating some of the best food in West Texas. The cocktail menu is legit too; the mezcal margarita paired perfectly with everything. Service was friendly and laid-back, exactly the vibe you want in Terlingua. A heads-up: it gets busy around sunset, so either show up early or be prepared to wait a bit. Totally worth it though. If you're in the Big Bend area, do yourself a favor and eat here. Get the beef nachos. Get the shredded beef sandwich. Thank me later.

I wouldn't waste your time coming here. Staff was rude and food is bad. Margarita was awful and…read morejust tasted like straight up lime juice. Nothing was special about the side salad - Lacked dressing. Pizza had like one pepperoni on it per slice. Wasn't worth spending $80 here. Beef sandwich also wasn't anything special.

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Private room
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Beer Cheese Mac
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Outdoor area with stage for live music

Tivo's Place - mexican - Updated July 2026

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