Dining & Food
La Posada Milagro
the breakfast spot / 12 minute drive
Objectively the breakfast spot, Posada sits at the top of the Terlingua Ghost Town and will be your starting point each day.
Walk up and order at the open kitchen then dine outside and enjoy the view. Everything on the breakfast menu is a hit - from the chorizo breakfast burrito with avocado to the french toast and berry smoothies; decent coffee options and wifi round out your meal.
No need to rush; build this breakfast experience into your morning plan and ease into the day.
Open 8AM-1PM daily
(432) 371-3044
45 Milagro Way, Terlingua, TX 79852
Canyon Brew Coffee
Breakfast for the road / 3 minute drive
Our neighbors, the Far Flung Outdoor Center offer the most popular guided adventure tours in town and we are regulars at their coffee shop, Canyon Brew. Walk up to their to go window and grab some of the best morning brew in the area, blazing hot Texas kolaches with sausage and freshly-baked, gooey muffins.
(432) 371-2633
Open 7-11AM daily
23310 FM170, Terlingua, TX 79852
DB’s Rustic BBQ
Texas BBQ to go / 5 minute drive
Texas BBQ is world famous and DBs is a must-try during your stay. Head to their highway trailer and order at the window for a to-go plate of some of the best BBQ in the state.
Open Wednesday thru Saturday from 11 AM - 4 PM or sold out.
23270 FM 170 Terlingua, Texas
next to Chisos Co. Mining Motel
The Starlight Theater
The heart of local culture / 12 minute drive
Our favorite dinner spot in the area, The Starlight is a staple of local culture and a must-visit during your stay.
Doors open at 5PM and you will want to arrive early as there is often an extensive waiting list, especially on the weekends. Locals and their pups sit on the long front porch and enjoy sunset over a cold beverage and joining them for conversation will add color to your trip.
Grab a cup of local recipe chili, the hearty Diego burger and the salmon plate; Ranch Water is the drink of choice. The Starlight has the highest quality food and wait staff in the area and you can expect city prices.
Reservations are accepted for groups of 8 or more.
(432) 371-3400
631 Ivey Rd, Terlingua, TX 79852
Long Draw Pizza
Crave-worthy pies to go / 12 minute drive
This pizza shop was recently resurrected by a local family and it is at the top of our list for best food in the area. Long Draw only opens for a few hours in the evening and their capacity is limited so we suggest calling in your order to go, even if you plan to eat it at the “bar.”
(432) 371-2608
Open Wednesday - Sunday, 5-8:30PM
22790 FM170, Terlingua, TX 79852; a mile past the Terlingua Ghosttown on the left
grocery
The Cottonwood General Store is located .5 miles from The Local Chapter and stocks everything you will need - from toiletries to fresh produce and beverages.