Restaurants in Alpine

Named for a ranch in Giant, the Reata Restaurant, 203 N. 5th St. (tel. 432/837-9232; www.reata.net), serves Texas nouveau and some of the meanest steaks in the Big Bend; main courses are $8 to $10 for lunch and $15 to $30 for dinner. Alicia's, 708 E. Gallego Ave. (tel. 432/837-2802), is a standby for big burritos and hearty breakfasts (about $3-$8). Texas Fusion, 200 W. Murphy Ave. (tel. 432/837-1214), is locals' favorite, serving barbecue, Mexican, burgers, and steaks; main courses are $5 to $16.