Things change on a whim in Marfa. Be sure to check online or give places a call before you visit. Keep in mind that many of the smaller spots and food trucks may only take cash. As things do change in Marfa unexpectedly, pls check marfalist.org for daily menus and hours.
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BREAKFAST
*SQUEEZE | Serves breakfast and lunch. It is right around the corner from Hotel Paisano and Lincoln 501 and features coffee, fresh pastries, soups, smoothies, paninis, and Swiss chocolate. Open Tuesday - Sunday 8 a.m to 3 p.m.
*FRAMA | Coffee, ice cream, and laundry. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Breakfast tacos from Salsa Puedes M-F mornings until sold out.
*DO YOUR THING COFFEE | Serves up slow coffee, fancy lattes, and pastry specials at The Lumberyard. Open Friday - Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
BUNS N ROSES | Donuts, breakfast, and a light lunch spot on the west side of town. Also flowers! Open Thursday - Monday from 7 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
*MARFA BURRITO | A must stop! Huge breakfast burritos made with amazing homemade tortillas from some of the nicest ladies in town. It helps if you can order in Spanish, but if not, don't worry. A perfect place if you need to grab something early for your drive home. Open Monday-Saturday from 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. (tends to vary). Closed Sunday.
*BOYZ 2 MEN / BAD HOMBRES | Hangover breakfast and more. Tacos and burgers served with sass. Just ordering here is an experience you have to try. Saturday & Sunday from 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
LUNCH
PIZZA FOUNDATION | Great thin-crust pizza and fresh salads from East Coast ex-pats. They are located on the north east side of town and hours are Friday - Sunday from 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.
FOOD SHARK | Home of the Marfalafel and great rotating lunch specials. Open Wednesday - Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
*CONVENIENCE WEST | Brand new brisket BBQ joint on the west side of town. Sliced brisket by the lb, plates, ribs, sandwiches, sides, fresh baked desserts, daily specials, veggie sides and more! Open Friday - Sunday 5 p.m. til 9 p.m. or until they run out.
*THE WATER STOP | New place that serves rotisserie chicken and biscuits, what more could you ask for? Open daily 11 a.m. til 4 p.m.
BAR NADAR | Hotel Saint George's own pool bar and kitchen that serves food and frozen drinks starting at 12p til close. Hotel guests have access to the pool all day, non-guests can obtain day pass at the front desk.
DINNER
*STELLINA | Our favorite restaurant serving interior Mexican. Menu changes daily. Open for dinner Tuesday - Saturday from 5p to 9:30p.
*COCHINEAL | Consider this fine dining. They make their own bread and it is absolutely delicious. Book a reservation as this place is always packed. Open for dinner Friday - Sunday 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., Mon & Thurs 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
LA VENTURE / BAR SAINT GEORGE | Located in the Hotel Saint George, La Venture serves upscale, rustic cuisine with French and Italian influences. Open for dinner Wednesday - Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and reservations are recommended. Bar Saint George, in the hotel lobby, is a great place to grab a drink and serves their bar menu every day from 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. The Bar also serves breakfast and lunch from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with fresh-made pastries, coffee and other light breakfast and lunch fare. Stop by to check out the swanky lobby and the bookstore.
*THE CAPRI KITCHEN & BAR | Directly across the street from The Thunderbird, The Capri serves a rotating menu of exciting dishes that look beautiful and taste even better. Their bar is top-notch, too. Swing by here to grab a drink and explore the beautiful patio and outdoor space, especially their garden. Open Tuesday - Saturday from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
*JETT'S GRILL | Classic Texas bar & lounge food. Grab a spot in the courtyard and cool down with their prickly pear margaritas! Serves dinner daily til 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. on the weekends. Some mornings they'll have breakfast burritos.
BARS
*PLANET MARFA | Eclectic bar located right in the center of town. Stop by and explore the array of seating and hangout spots including a subterranean teepee, a dance floor under the stars, and a vintage school bus outfitted with swanky leather seating and twinkle lights. Serves beer and wine and light snacks. Live music and sometimes there is a small cover charge. Dogs welcome! Open Friday - Sunday at 2 p.m. - 12 a.m., Saturday 2 p.m. - 1 a.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. Join us here for the Welcome Party on Friday at 8:30 p.m!
*THE LOST HORSE SALOON | A cowboy saloon and home of Ranch Water - a Marfa original that is great on a hot day! (If you really must know it's Tequilla, Lime and Topo Chico). Check out their Facebook page for updates on live music and DJ sets. Open 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. every day, and 12 a.m. - 1 a.m. on Saturdays.
GROCERIES, ETC.
*THE GET GO | Marfa's version of Whole Foods. Small grocery store with a wide selection of healthy food and interesting products. You can find many of your favorite upscale grocery brands here. Open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
PORTER'S GROCERY | The basics. Open 8 a.m. to 8 pm.