Kathryn’s Guidebook

Kathryn
Kathryn’s Guidebook

Where to Eat

Restaurants and Hours of Operation
Indoor Mart now open. Order online or walk-in. Outdoor seating and great ambiance available. TUES 12-5P & W-SAT 12-6P
12 locals recommend
Para Llevar
203 E San Antonio St
12 locals recommend
Indoor Mart now open. Order online or walk-in. Outdoor seating and great ambiance available. TUES 12-5P & W-SAT 12-6P
Very limited seating options. You must book in advance. Usually a prix-fixed menu. TH-MON 5-10P or whenever they feel like it. Expect to wait even with prix-fixe.
44 locals recommend
Restaurant Cochineal
107 W San Antonio St
44 locals recommend
Very limited seating options. You must book in advance. Usually a prix-fixed menu. TH-MON 5-10P or whenever they feel like it. Expect to wait even with prix-fixe.
Limited seating so please make a reservation in advance or use the online order option and use the pick-up window outside. Open Daily 5-10:30P.
13 locals recommend
LaVenture at Hotel Saint George
105 S Highland Ave
13 locals recommend
Limited seating so please make a reservation in advance or use the online order option and use the pick-up window outside. Open Daily 5-10:30P.
Brunch Everyday: 11-3pm Dinner: 6-11pm seating available or to-go options. Dinner service tends to be maxed out and service is stretched tight so come prepared to be patient.
23 locals recommend
The Waterstop
1300 West San Antonio Street
23 locals recommend
Brunch Everyday: 11-3pm Dinner: 6-11pm seating available or to-go options. Dinner service tends to be maxed out and service is stretched tight so come prepared to be patient.
Great Historical spot! Be sure to order the Artichoke Hearts! Open 5-9P Everyday. Order To-Go or Reservations available.
26 locals recommend
Jett's Grill
207 Highland St
26 locals recommend
Great Historical spot! Be sure to order the Artichoke Hearts! Open 5-9P Everyday. Order To-Go or Reservations available.
Cocktails and Coffee available. Open Daily 7:30A-12:30A and 1AM on SAT.
8 locals recommend
Bar Saint George
105 S Highland Ave
8 locals recommend
Cocktails and Coffee available. Open Daily 7:30A-12:30A and 1AM on SAT.
Weekend Only. To-Go or sit down. Love the cheesy grits! Fri-Sun breakfast and lunch.
15 locals recommend
Buns N' Roses - Flowers, Gifts, and Bakery
1613 W San Antonio St
15 locals recommend
Weekend Only. To-Go or sit down. Love the cheesy grits! Fri-Sun breakfast and lunch.
Outdoor seating and to-go options. W-SUN 9-2P. Highly recommend!
23 locals recommend
Aster Marfa
215 Highland St
23 locals recommend
Outdoor seating and to-go options. W-SUN 9-2P. Highly recommend!
CASH ONLY! M-SAT 6A-2P
33 locals recommend
Marfa Burritos
515 S Highland Ave
33 locals recommend
CASH ONLY! M-SAT 6A-2P
TUES-SAT 5-9:30PM CLOSED SUN-TUES* No Reservations* But always check on social media for correct hours.
11 locals recommend
Margaret's in Marfa
103 Highland Street
11 locals recommend
TUES-SAT 5-9:30PM CLOSED SUN-TUES* No Reservations* But always check on social media for correct hours.
Great Burgers! Checks or Cash only.
Bee's Hive
300 US 90
Great Burgers! Checks or Cash only.
This place is incredible! Wed-Thurs 3-12A Food 3-9P Friday 12P-12A Food 5-9P Sat 12P-12A Food 3P-9P Sun12P-10P Food 5P-9P Sometimes open Mon-Tuesday
6 locals recommend
the marfa spirit co.
320 West El Paso Street
6 locals recommend
This place is incredible! Wed-Thurs 3-12A Food 3-9P Friday 12P-12A Food 5-9P Sat 12P-12A Food 3P-9P Sun12P-10P Food 5P-9P Sometimes open Mon-Tuesday
New Spot! Absolutely incredible! Available for lunch only. Fri-Mon 11AM-3PM. Everything made on site.
Bordo: Fine Italian Goods
New Spot! Absolutely incredible! Available for lunch only. Fri-Mon 11AM-3PM. Everything made on site.
Angel's Restaurant
Coming Summer 2024, the fan favorite: 'Larry's Burgers'
303 E El Paso St
Coming Summer 2024, the fan favorite: 'Larry's Burgers'

Shopping

Cowboy hats, silk and stones.
Grab a Stetson hat and feel like a real Cowboy or Cowgirl!
6 locals recommend
Communitie Marfa
122 Highland St
6 locals recommend
Grab a Stetson hat and feel like a real Cowboy or Cowgirl!
6 locals recommend
RABA MARFA
212 E San Antonio St
6 locals recommend
6 locals recommend
The Marfa Store
208 E Dallas St
6 locals recommend
Great gifts and unique ART!
18 locals recommend
Wrong Store
110 Highland St
18 locals recommend
Great gifts and unique ART!
Gorgeous textiles, furniture, Art, gifts and so much more!
9 locals recommend
Garza Marfa
124 Highland St
9 locals recommend
Gorgeous textiles, furniture, Art, gifts and so much more!
JEFF MARFA

Coffee

Grab the local paper here and grab a cup of Joe! Good vibes and lovely ambiance here.
Great spot for coffee, newspaper, shopping, food on weekends and great nightlife on the weekends as well!
22 locals recommend
The Sentinel Marfa
209 W El Paso St
22 locals recommend
Great spot for coffee, newspaper, shopping, food on weekends and great nightlife on the weekends as well!
Big Sandy Coffee
120 N Austin St, Marfa, TX 79843, USA

Things To Do

Take a dip and order drinks and food at this local favorite watering spot!
Now Open Daily to guests and outsiders. Purchase a day pass online or at the front desk. $30 per person.
Bar Nadar Pool + Grill
113 E El Paso St
Now Open Daily to guests and outsiders. Purchase a day pass online or at the front desk. $30 per person.
Book the Home Or Studio Tour of Donald Judd! 2 hours each so cool! Currently closed.
24 locals recommend
Judd Foundation Marfa
104 S Highland Ave
24 locals recommend
Book the Home Or Studio Tour of Donald Judd! 2 hours each so cool! Currently closed.
The thing that put Marfa on the Map! Enjoy Donald Judds free “untitled works” and much more or book a tour. You can’t come all the way here and not check this place out. Most of it is FREE!
57 locals recommend
Chinati Foundation
1 Cavalry Row
57 locals recommend
The thing that put Marfa on the Map! Enjoy Donald Judds free “untitled works” and much more or book a tour. You can’t come all the way here and not check this place out. Most of it is FREE!
Make reservations online! Or call in advance before making the long trek!
25 locals recommend
Balmorhea State Park
9207 TX-17
25 locals recommend
Make reservations online! Or call in advance before making the long trek!
“Par for the course”! Reserve a tee time and enjoy some Golf on this beautiful desert course with last hole in Mexico!
19 locals recommend
Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa
21701 FM170
19 locals recommend
“Par for the course”! Reserve a tee time and enjoy some Golf on this beautiful desert course with last hole in Mexico!
Make a star party reservation and skim the service of our vast universe.
41 locals recommend
McDonald Observatory Visitors Center
3640 Dark Sky Dr
41 locals recommend
Make a star party reservation and skim the service of our vast universe.
A fun Historical tour of a not so long ago time.
25 locals recommend
Fort Davis National Historic Site
1504 State St
25 locals recommend
A fun Historical tour of a not so long ago time.
Horse-back riding! Call in advance to make a reservation.
Historic Prude Ranch
201 Prude Guest Ranch Rd
Horse-back riding! Call in advance to make a reservation.
The highest course in Texas! If you like playing Golf in 35mph winds and lots of dust… this is your place!
6 locals recommend
Marfa Municipal Golf Course
1502 Golf Course Road
6 locals recommend
The highest course in Texas! If you like playing Golf in 35mph winds and lots of dust… this is your place!
Ebikemarfa.com to book your bikes! Electric bikes are so fun and fast! Tour the town in an hour! We recommend at least 2 hours!
Bike Marfa
103 W San Antonio St
Ebikemarfa.com to book your bikes! Electric bikes are so fun and fast! Tour the town in an hour! We recommend at least 2 hours!
Checkout one of the first Art Galleries here in Marfa! W-SAT 10A-6P, SUN 10A-3P, CLOSED M-T
34 locals recommend
Ballroom Marfa
108 E San Antonio St
34 locals recommend
Checkout one of the first Art Galleries here in Marfa! W-SAT 10A-6P, SUN 10A-3P, CLOSED M-T
Located in Alpine, Texas a quick 25 minute drive… Who knew we had a movie theatre!!! Yes! With two movie screens. Very old school! Call them at +1 (432) 837-5111 to find out hours and what’s playing.
10 locals recommend
Rangra Theatres
109 E Holland Ave
10 locals recommend
Located in Alpine, Texas a quick 25 minute drive… Who knew we had a movie theatre!!! Yes! With two movie screens. Very old school! Call them at +1 (432) 837-5111 to find out hours and what’s playing.
Book an appointment online and enjoy the most relaxing and rejuvenating facial experience you’ve ever had!
9 locals recommend
Mira Marfa
105 E Oak St
9 locals recommend
Book an appointment online and enjoy the most relaxing and rejuvenating facial experience you’ve ever had!
You want to get wild?! Float the Rio Grand right in the National Park!
21 locals recommend
Canyon Brew Coffee at Far Flung Outdoor Center
23310 FM170
21 locals recommend
You want to get wild?! Float the Rio Grand right in the National Park!
If you’re crazy- this is for you! I don’t know that I could stomach it but if jumping out of planes is your thing… you might really enjoy this!
Marfa Glider Rides & Sailplane Flights
If you’re crazy- this is for you! I don’t know that I could stomach it but if jumping out of planes is your thing… you might really enjoy this!
Open about once a year in Valentine, Texas on Valentines Day.
Valentine Texas Bar 💌
450 W California Avenue
Open about once a year in Valentine, Texas on Valentines Day.
Big Sky Yoga & STEP IT UP! Marfa, Texas
Food, Pool and Gym guest membership. Talk to front desk about gaining access to the Gym facilities!
27 locals recommend
Hotel Saint George
105 S Highland Ave
27 locals recommend
Food, Pool and Gym guest membership. Talk to front desk about gaining access to the Gym facilities!
26 locals recommend
Museum of the Big Bend
400 N Harrison St
26 locals recommend
We highly recommend this business as one of our favorite things to do here in Marfa: plan an excursion with the Marfa legend, Mr. Nico Bustillo!!! Seeking adventure? Look no further! WTAC offers authentic experiences from horse back riding in town or take it to the open range, ATV rentals, private ranch tours, Big Bend National Park/Boquillas, Mexico tours and private excursions to all that is Ojinaga, Mexico. Let West TX Adventure Co be your guide to Marfa and beyond. Check us out online! Just type our name into the browser and add the "com" at the end! Contact info is listed on the website.
West Texas Adventure Co.
We highly recommend this business as one of our favorite things to do here in Marfa: plan an excursion with the Marfa legend, Mr. Nico Bustillo!!! Seeking adventure? Look no further! WTAC offers authentic experiences from horse back riding in town or take it to the open range, ATV rentals, private ranch tours, Big Bend National Park/Boquillas, Mexico tours and private excursions to all that is Ojinaga, Mexico. Let West TX Adventure Co be your guide to Marfa and beyond. Check us out online! Just type our name into the browser and add the "com" at the end! Contact info is listed on the website.

Sightseeing

Awesome shopping in the lobby. Walk the grounds and check out the cool trailer hotels. Read a book in the hammocks. Just around the corner from house. Summertime hosts “COSMIC KARAOKE”… check the website for dates and offerings.
19 locals recommend
El Cosmico
802 S Highland Ave
19 locals recommend
Awesome shopping in the lobby. Walk the grounds and check out the cool trailer hotels. Read a book in the hammocks. Just around the corner from house. Summertime hosts “COSMIC KARAOKE”… check the website for dates and offerings.
Understated and under visited incredible state park!
40 locals recommend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
21800 Farm to Market Road 170
40 locals recommend
Understated and under visited incredible state park!
If you didn’t drive fly in from El Paso you need to make the trek to Valentine, TX where Prada Marfa is and grab a photo and get some shopping in! 🤣🤠 just kidding it’s an Art installation worth the haul.
19 locals recommend
Prada Marfa
14880 US-90
19 locals recommend
If you didn’t drive fly in from El Paso you need to make the trek to Valentine, TX where Prada Marfa is and grab a photo and get some shopping in! 🤣🤠 just kidding it’s an Art installation worth the haul.
What are they?! Aliens?!
35 locals recommend
Marfa Lights Viewing Area
US 90
35 locals recommend
What are they?! Aliens?!
Check out the watering hole at ‘The Post’.
7 locals recommend
Marathon
7 locals recommend
Check out the watering hole at ‘The Post’.
Far out desert life!
16 locals recommend
Terlingua
16 locals recommend
Far out desert life!
Great hiking and learning experience!
19 locals recommend
Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute
43869 TX-118
19 locals recommend
Great hiking and learning experience!
Want to explore this vast country?! Take Pinto Canyon Road down and park the car for the most beautiful Sunsets or drive the off-roading trek down to Ruidosa, Texas for a Wild West adventure. Pack WATER and snacks! Only 4x4 vehicles are advised.
Pinto Canyon Road
Pinto Canyon Road
Want to explore this vast country?! Take Pinto Canyon Road down and park the car for the most beautiful Sunsets or drive the off-roading trek down to Ruidosa, Texas for a Wild West adventure. Pack WATER and snacks! Only 4x4 vehicles are advised.

Groceries

Our “Whole Foods” of Marfa. Organic grocery options and unique local items. Mon-Sat 9A-9P. Sun 12P-8P.
48 locals recommend
The Get Go
208 S Dean St
48 locals recommend
Our “Whole Foods” of Marfa. Organic grocery options and unique local items. Mon-Sat 9A-9P. Sun 12P-8P.
Lowes Grocery (previously 'Porters') of Marfa has everything. Ice, wood, produce, meet, beer/wine and so much more. Mon-Sat 7A-8P and Sundays 8A-7P
39 locals recommend
Porter's
712 State St
39 locals recommend
Lowes Grocery (previously 'Porters') of Marfa has everything. Ice, wood, produce, meet, beer/wine and so much more. Mon-Sat 7A-8P and Sundays 8A-7P
“The Marfa Mall”! Everything you could possibly need is here. When all else fails there’s always the Dollar General which has frozen food options, beer/wine until 10PM
6 locals recommend
Dollar General
501 E San Antonio St
6 locals recommend
“The Marfa Mall”! Everything you could possibly need is here. When all else fails there’s always the Dollar General which has frozen food options, beer/wine until 10PM

Wine Tasting

Great local wine, entertainment and food! Highly recommend WINE TASTING here right on their vineyard. Often there is live music and great food options. Just a quick 15-20 minute drive. Check social media for hours!
Château Wright Winery and Sandwich Bar
125 Blue Mountain Trail
Great local wine, entertainment and food! Highly recommend WINE TASTING here right on their vineyard. Often there is live music and great food options. Just a quick 15-20 minute drive. Check social media for hours!
303 e El Paso St, Marfa TX M+T 12-6 Wed-Sat 12-9 Marfawineco.com
7 locals recommend
Marfa Wine Co
303 E El Paso St
7 locals recommend
303 e El Paso St, Marfa TX M+T 12-6 Wed-Sat 12-9 Marfawineco.com