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Delivery and pickup run through DoorDash. Tables are booked on OpenTable.
A glimpse into our space, our craft, and our community
In the press
A seasonal cocktail from our bar, picked alongside three from New York, Tampa, and Maryland.
Whisky Advocate ·
Whisky Advocate picked the Corn Fed Cowboy, our fat-washed Balcones Baby Blue old fashioned finished with Nixta corn liqueur, as one of four garden-fresh whiskey cocktails from bars across the country.
"…pays homage to the sweet and savory flavors of Mexican street corn."
Recurring events, every week, all year.
Every Tuesday
Test your knowledge with our weekly trivia competition. Bring a team or build one at the bar.
Every Wednesday
Fun, welcoming, and always full of energy, perfect for groups, solos, and anyone ready to own the mic.
Every Thursday
Paint in the loft upstairs for $12, canvas and paints provided. No alcohol required. Every guest orders at least 2 items from the menu during the session.
Every Tuesday
Test your knowledge with our weekly trivia competition. Bring a team or build one at the bar.
Every Wednesday
Fun, welcoming, and always full of energy, perfect for groups, solos, and anyone ready to own the mic.
Every Thursday
Paint in the loft upstairs for $12, canvas and paints provided. No alcohol required. Every guest orders at least 2 items from the menu during the session.
Every Friday
An evening featuring local and touring musicians bringing a mix of styles to the Alcove stage. A relaxed, intimate vibe perfect for kicking off the weekend with great sound and great company.
Every Saturday
A relaxed night of live performances from local and visiting artists. Easygoing atmosphere, great sound, and a comfortable way to enjoy the weekend.
Every Sunday
A relaxed music-focused open mic where local artists share original songs and covers. A welcoming space for emerging talent and a great way to ease into the week with live acoustic performances.
Live music in the heart of Alpine
Americana6:30 PM
Richard Lodwig is an Americana singer-songwriter from Corvallis, with a path that also runs through New York City, San Francisco, and Portland. His performance history includes rooms in the Bay Area and Portland, plus the Big Ponderoo Festival with Skybound Blue.
Americana7:00 PM
Loren Schooley is a Marfa musician and songwriter whose work grows from the area’s open-mic community. Alongside a career in information technology, he writes and performs original Americana material, including “Marfa Saturday Night,” bringing a distinctly local songwriting perspective to the set.
Americana6:30 PM
Robert Kelly, known as the Wolf Cub of Comal County, is a Texas singer, guitarist, and harmonica player working across folk, country, and blues. His sets combine original songs, familiar standards, and storytelling shaped by years of playing in Canada and across the United States.
Americana7:00 PM
Cody Brewer is an Oklahoma singer-songwriter whose guitar and banjo work draws from Americana, folk, and bluegrass. Based around Tulsa, he performs in formats ranging from solo to full band, with influences that include Jeff Tweedy, Bob Dylan, and Blake Mills.
Country6:30 PM
Kate Pierson is a country and acoustic musician based in the Big Bend region. Her profile centers on regular solo performances around Terlingua and Study Butte, presenting her as an active regional artist whose work is closely tied to the local live-music circuit.
Americana7:00 PM
John Cavender is a singer, guitarist, and mandolin player from Marion whose music spans country, folk, rock, and Americana. After roughly twenty-five years of performing, his catalog includes the album West Texas Blue and the later single “Hellbound.”
Country6:30 PM
Justin Follin is an Austin songwriter whose music sits between indie folk and classic country. He mixes originals with covers and tall-tale storytelling, also recording as Dapper Champagne and fronting Justin Follin & The Good Time Band after playing songwriter rounds, house shows, and regional rooms.
Americana7:00 PM
Les Warren is an Alpine-based Americana singer-songwriter whose profile places storytelling at the center of his music. Performing as a solo act, he invites listeners to follow the narrative in each song, presenting his work in a simple format built around the singer and the story.
Americana7:00 PM
Tom Griffith is an Alpine singer-songwriter, guitarist, and harmonica player whose work draws on people, relationships, and characters from Texas. Originally from San Antonio, he has performed for about fifteen years, including appearances across Alpine, Terlingua, Fort Davis, Lajitas, and Viva Big Bend.
Traditional Western6:30 PM
All the way from the Green Glen of Glasgow Scotland it's the Trash Pandas. Traditional western duets, covers and originals.
Americana / Folk7:00 PM
Quinlan Valdez is a Wyoming singer-songwriter whose Americana folk songs pair open-sky imagery with quiet reflection. Performing in a direct acoustic style, he brings an honest, soulful presence shaped by years in local arts programs and on stages across Wyoming and beyond.
Recent five-star guest reviews from Google, Yelp, and Tripadvisor
"100% would recommend Alcove if you ever come to Alpine. I promise you that you won’t regret it. Food is great and drinks are great."
Travis
"The bartenders are great and very personable, and the atmosphere is fantastic. Would recommend the Desert Rose to anyone…"
Jonathan Willis
"How did this incredible place find its way to Alpine? This is definitely one of the BEST craft cocktail establishments I have ever been to."
Todd Council
"The chef went out of her way to make some of our dishes gluten free."
Jody Thomas
"Food was really good. Everything was hot and fresh."
Jesse Z
"Great atmosphere, fun people, and good food. Recommend as a rest stop"
Chris Thomas
"Alcove is the perfect location to grab a craft cocktail, a fabulous meal, and enjoy memories with friends! Incredible atmosphere and great service!"
Julia Ferjo
"The food was amazing, the locals made the place feel like home and the artwork was beautiful!"
Katy S.
"All excellent! Great service, cozy booth in the front window (the alcove I guess)."
SLKspingirl
"Better than some Michelin star restaurants and I don't say that lightly."
Freddy Frederick
"Great burgers, very chill atmosphere. Very friendly staff. Recommend."
Tony Casper
"We shared a burrata caprese appetizer and we both ordered the pita sandwich (Hippita). Both great choices. Service was easy."
S F.
"This is a great place. Stopped here on our trip to the Big Bend for lunch. Burger was delicious & the IPA was awesome. Service was great."
jackshigh
"Our favorite place in Alpine drinks are a whole experience — 10/10. Food was great too - we came to eat here twice !"
Kristen Bridges
"Kenzie made us great drinks! Second time for lunch on our way back home. The Burrata was delicious, I enjoyed that it was served with chips."
Mariana Ojeda
"The best pita and burger in a long time. We will be back if we come back thru. Thanks!!"
Laura Rosser
"Great burgers and beer here. Cool vibe and great service. Enjoyed stopping here to eat on the way to Big Bend."
Jaree H.
"Had the trout and mashed potatoes... delicious and not too heavy since I was going to be hiking a lot the next day."
Harold C.
"It was so amazing to walk into this funky little joint and order quite literally one of the best burgers I've ever had."
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"Gluten free heaven! Fantastic steak! Fries cooked by themselves. Salad options too! Helpful staff. Everyone friendly."
Sara Sprung
"The food at this place is very good, the service is wonderful and the place is very cozy."
Humberto Ramirez
"Amazing delicious gluten free friendly. Fries cooked separately! Steak delicious - salad choices also! Staff very friendly and supportive."
Sara S.
"Be nice to Sandy, guys! If beer ain't your thing, they have a whole lineup of this one craft soda available! That was actually pretty good!"
Schwenda
"Let me tell you when the burger and fries was perfectly cooked and the taste was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS."
HeyZeus Rod
"We are here twice while staying in Alpine. Both times the food and service were EXCELLENT."
Vicki M
"The food was on point and the margaritas were fire . We have made several trips to Alpine and this is our new favorite spot."
Tank L.
"The ambiance at Alcove Social is reminiscent of the beautiful and creative artistry we’ve seen in and around Alpine."
Diane Mackaman
"It is hands down the best cocktail I've had in ages. It's a home run for flavor, atmosphere, place. Just amazing."
Kevin L.
"We had some of the non alcoholic sodas and they were delicious!!! I had the smoked salmon salad - highly recommend!"
Deserae Schultz
"Great cocktail bar, decent wines, small but interesting menu. Diablo fríes are the best bar food ever! Good burgers. Nice, dog-friendly patio."
ElvisTaco
"They have so much flavor in everything that you order. You don't expect to find a place this great in such a small town, but they are amazing."
Jen K.
"The stargazer burger is so good the vibe is some where you wanna take your friend and just hang out…"
Margaret L.
"Drink selection diverse in beer offerings, and specialty drinks. As a local I highly recommend this amazing atmosphere."
Katie Cruger-Keenan
"Everything that I had was very good and some flavors I have never experienced in a good way."
Fili Delgado
"They use fresh squeezed lime juice and in-house made triple sec. The rita was delicious. One of the best I have had."
Barry T.
"Great food and great staff. Loved the atmosphere."
Angie Hendrix
"They have crafted house drinks that are incredible. Really good drinks, great atmosphere. Staff are always helpful and friendly."
Andrew Pierce
"After a long day at Big Bend, we needed a meal and a drink and were so pleasantly surprised by how great the food here was."
Usman K.
"Amazing bartenders and great food. The burger, caprese salad, hummus &chips. Fresh ingredients. The cocktails are good and they have seasonal menu."
Scott M.
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