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    The Ritchey

    4.6 (16 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Taylor L.

    A lovely little place in Alpine. They have food available on Wednesdays from 6-9pm. The food alone is worth 5 stars. We tried the tamales and enchiladas and were not disappointed. On tap they have a good selection of domestic and craft beers, focusing on regional breweries. The staff was so friendly, and helpful - and the chef in particular was amazing. We enjoyed their outdoor patio, complete with a small stage for local musicians to perform. Inside there was a small amount seating options as well.

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    Marie M.

    Great spot in Alpine, TX. Set in the Old Ritchey Hotel, this bar is in a big homey-feeling space with hardwood floors and small rooms. Pretty bar space up front with several taps and plenty of canned and bottled selections-along with a solid wine list. We had a Bishop's Crackberry Cider (Bishop's is based in Dallas and makes fantastic no-sugar added fruit ciders), a glass of Pinot Noir, and Pint and Plow IPA (P&P is a Kerrville Brewery). The bartender was friendly and attentive. We were thrilled to find this place open on Christmas Eve-they even had live music in the upstairs area. They also have a great beer garden that we will want to visit in warmer weather. This is a can't-miss spot while in Alpine!

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    They have really fixed this old hotel up cute! However, it is pricey!

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    Alcove Social

    Alcove Social

    4.1(32 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Catering service

    The food is so good. They have so much flavor in everything that you order. You don't expect to…read morefind a place this great in such a small town, but they are amazing. The staff are great and very helpful and keep it fun. We could have eaten there everyday, but wanted to try different places too. Give it a try. It's a great fun place to relax after a long day or hiking or enjoying the town.

    We were disappointed to discover that the bar in the Holland Hotel was closed for renovation. We…read moreare here for a week in our motorhome at the Lost Alaskan campground, which is also a great place. After a little research, we decided to try the Alcove Social. I'm glad we did. It's a comfortable place and the bartender welcomed us as we walked through the door. I noticed that she welcomed everyone as they walked in. As I said, it is a comfortable and welcoming place with a better than decent bar. We sat at the bar and had a hand-made margarita with all fresh, in-house made ingredients. Bartender asked what tequila we preferred. They use fresh squeezed lime juice and in-house made triple sec. The rita was delicious. One of the best I have had. The young lady tending bar was very social, considerate, and knowledgeable. I cannot recall her name, but she hails from Nebraska and her Great Plains upbringing shines. The whole thing was so enjoyable that we will be back in a day or two for another rita and will try the food. They also have live music on weekends. Looking forward to returning. EDIT: Returned on August 2nd to listen to music and eat. Neon Leon was the performer. He is a Texas Singer/Songwriter of sorts who plays both electric and acoustic guitar (with a pickup). He was really enjoyable and had quite a repertoire including some very good songs he wrote. Just him and his guitar and that is all that was needed. Several locals were there listening and providing some great conversation. This is a great place. We tried shrimp on pita bread and it was flavorful and delicious. The menu is simple and food is well presented.

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    Joe's Place - Park across the street

    Joe's Place

    4.9(15 reviews)
    59.0 mi

    If you ever find yourself passing through Fort Stockton, do yourself a favor and stop at Joe's…read morePlace--you won't regret it. My husband and I were driving back to Austin from California and decided to pull over, catch a basketball game, and grab a bite to eat. What we didn't expect was one of the most genuinely welcoming experiences we've had on the road. From the moment we walked in, every single person we encountered was incredibly kind, warm, and inviting. It didn't feel like we were just customers passing through--it felt like we were being welcomed into a community. The food was fantastic! The street tacos were hands-down the highlight--fresh, flavorful, and some of the best we've had anywhere. And the prices were more than fair. One of the most memorable parts of our visit was being given a tour of the backyard area. The team shared that it had recently suffered a fire, but they were still proud to show us the space and even invited us back once it's fully restored. That kind of openness and resilience really stuck with us. Oh--and we can't forget Tito and Becky, the two sweetest cats who made the experience even more special. Joe's Place isn't just a stop for food--it's a place full of heart. We'll absolutely be back next time we're passing through. Thanks Joes place!

    Really cute local bar that's opened late! Food menu is minimal but drink menu is ample. Servers…read morewere all very friendly! The Chips & Queso Borracho was amazing! Nachos were ok, the chips were a little soggy. But we didn't complain, I'm sure they would've fixed it if we gave them the opportunity so can't fault them on that.

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    Joe's Place - One of the tastiest Old Fashioneds I've ever had.

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    Alta Marfa

    Alta Marfa

    4.7(11 reviews)
    21.8 mi

    We stopped by here to try Seed to Surf's tinned Enoki Mushroom "Snow Crab" style. I really liked…read morethe strong umami flavor and I enjoyed the texture too. It was really interesting and fun to try. The plate we got it with looked pretty good, but the bread was stale and the homemade pickles were not very well pickled- Tasted like they were put in vinegar that same day. We mentioned to the staff that our bread was stale to see if we could get a fresher one but they said it's because it supposed to be like a crouton/ toast. We have had many croutons and toasts in our lives ofcourse that didn't feel and taste like stale bread but we just took it as a funny part of our Marfa stop experience. Not a place I'd come back to consider the quality for the price but definitely a memorable end to our short stop in Marfa. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

    This place is a real treat! We sat at the bar and ordered some of their delicious plates…read more We got the eggplant and potato croquettes, which were fried to perfection. We also got the tasty smoked salmon tinned fish plate, which came with pickled carrots and radishes, castelvantrano olives, and crackers. It paired nicely with their funky orange wine. The owner/server was friendly, and nice to chat about their Texas wine. I ended up buying two bottles, my favorite being their rose. This is a place the locals go to hang out, and you get a real vibe for Marfa's small and close-knit community. It was fun to be there and be part of the action.

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