Guidebook for Alpine
Food Scene
If you haven't eaten at the Reata, you haven't truly experienced west Texas delicacy. We highly recommend the chile relleno, fish tacos, and the buttermilk pie.
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Reata Restaurant
203 N 5th StIf you haven't eaten at the Reata, you haven't truly experienced west Texas delicacy. We highly recommend the chile relleno, fish tacos, and the buttermilk pie.
Sightseeing
An observatory isn't available just anywhere. If you have any interest in those big Texas skies, we think the observatory is definitely worth checking out. Please check their website for events and to make reservations, as many of their activities do sell out.
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McDonald Observatory
An observatory isn't available just anywhere. If you have any interest in those big Texas skies, we think the observatory is definitely worth checking out. Please check their website for events and to make reservations, as many of their activities do sell out.
The Marfa Lights are famous and mysterious. Whether you enjoy a good thrill or just an evening drive under the stars, it's definitely something to put on your west Texas to-do list.
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Marfa Lights Viewing Area
US 90The Marfa Lights are famous and mysterious. Whether you enjoy a good thrill or just an evening drive under the stars, it's definitely something to put on your west Texas to-do list.
Essentials
This is our favorite grocery store in town. It's definitely geared more towards natural and organic foods, but the selection and service are great.
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Blue Water Natural Foods Alpine Texas
Texas 118This is our favorite grocery store in town. It's definitely geared more towards natural and organic foods, but the selection and service are great.
Arts & Culture
Since you're already in town, this is a great little museum to check out if history is your things. Located on the Sul Ross campus, this museum is family friendly and free.
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Museum of the Big Bend
400 N Harrison StSince you're already in town, this is a great little museum to check out if history is your things. Located on the Sul Ross campus, this museum is family friendly and free.
Drinks & Nightlife
If you like a craft beer, this is a nice little treat. It's casual and friendly. Check their website for hours as they do not have a regular schedule.
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Big Bend Brewing Co.
3401 US 90If you like a craft beer, this is a nice little treat. It's casual and friendly. Check their website for hours as they do not have a regular schedule.
If you like live music, their events calendar is worth checking out.
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Railroad Blues
504 W Holland AveIf you like live music, their events calendar is worth checking out.
Entertainment & Activities
Our professional minor league baseball team, The Big Bend Cowboys, plays in historic Kokernot Field, a scaled down replica of Wrigley Field.
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Kokernot Baseball Park
Loop RoadOur professional minor league baseball team, The Big Bend Cowboys, plays in historic Kokernot Field, a scaled down replica of Wrigley Field.