Cow Dog

Our trip to West Texas was blessed with beautiful vistas and stunning landscape, but the food fell short . . . until we ate at Cow Dog in Alpine, Texas. They substituted an Impossible Hot Dog, and it was grilled perfectly. The grilled bun and dog were topped w green chili, cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, a spicy sauce, and fritos. Such a delicious combo, my mouth couldn't believe it.The staff was friendly and service was pretty quick, considering the long line of customers. Cow Dog is a food trailer, and hours are "flexible." The food, however, is fantastic, and I'm already thinking about my next visit.

Drove hours out of our way to go here, so that tells you the hotdogs are good..... But service not at all.,... As we were walking up they were putting up the closed sign.... (I believe they saw us briskly coming their way)......The cook was still by grill inside truck. People were still eating on the patio. I mean it had to be seconds! I said, " Aw man, we drove hours to come here." My comment was bullets off Superman. He didn't act like he cared one bit!..... He said, "Yep, we're closed." Past owners would have welcomed us and got us our hotdogs. Not this new group! I was nice because yes a second late is a second late, but in my job and the way I was taught was that you go the extra mile! Oh well, now we know! So disappointed!

Tried to go here based on great reviews. Over an hour before close they had run out of all their vegetarian options. Ok, we said, can you recommend somewhere else in town to go? (This was before the recent move to Alpine). Reader, they refused to recommend a single spot! Awful. Where is the sense of community??Thank goodness for Yelp; wound up at Alicia's for one of the best breakfast burritos I've ever had!

Cow dog is awesome! It was a popping spot with a few outdoor picnic tables to sit at. There was a bit of a wait for the food, but it was worth it. While we waited, we popped into the adjoining coffee shop and when we came out, we were able to snag a cute table looking out towards the street. We came here because of their vegetarian option. It's actually a fritter, and doesn't necessarily have a hot dog shape, cause it's flat, but it is long. We got the Vegomatic and it's the fritter fitted into a hot dog bun and comes with all the normal toppings! It's eaten just like a hot dog and we loved it. They also had all the ingredients of the fritter written on the truck, which is extra nice for us vegetarians, and rarely seen. The dogs come in two sizes - little and big. We each ordered a big. We also ordered a tater dish dish that was topped with a fried egg and ranchero sauce. It was a lot of food for the both of us, we probably could have ordered two littles or split the big with the tots, but it was all delicious and we gobbled it up. The workers were super friendly, which is always a huge plus!! It was such a nice day to sit outside and we were super happy that we found this gem.

Over 20 years ago I had a delay at OHare. Left the airport and hailed a cab and told the guy I wanted a good roast beef sandwich. "You ever have a dog in Chicago?" I said no. He took me to a friend of his that ran a cart and insisted I get the dog with "the works." I cannot tell you thru this review how that experience was, but I can portray it close to something on a biblical level like the first memory of your grandmother's red velvet cake.Enter Cowdog. I was on/off the fence with the chili frito pie dog but a different menu item I saw caught my attention: the Chicago dog. I thought nah--no way, stop chasing the feeling of something that happened over 20 years ago. I submitted against my initial judgement and placed an order for a Chicago dog. The wait was about 10-15min (little busy at lunch, expected) and I took the dog back to my truck to eat on the way, as I had a 6 hour drive ahead of me. Balancing the wheel and the dog was a challenge but after the first bite, I had to pull over. My wife asks what's wrong as I appear to be in shock, which I was after being immediately transported 20 years into the past on a cold Chicago intersection clutching love at first sight. I couldn't believe it, this dog replicated that feeling of DAMN. Go against what you're craving and take a chance on Cowdog's Chicago item. Can't beat it.

Was in Alpine last week and stopped by right before 2pm - there were quite a few people in line and in the seating area enjoying their food. Ordered the El Pastor (minus the pesto), BBQ Pulled Pork and a Green Chili Flop. The Green Chili Flop was a tasty and different side dish that I highly recommend.Everything was fantastic and the prices were great. Luckily she asked if I wanted the big or little dog bcs I never could have finished the big one.

What can I say that has not been said. We had the German and the Artisan and they were delicous. Top notch dog that had no after effects like many others. We took our dogs and ate them by the bookshop mural. Don't miss this great place.

Omg! What can I say! Aaaahhhhhmazung! Had the small popper and had to get another!! Daughter got the El Pastor with jalapeño and it was yummy. Other girl got basic with sour kraut, mustard and onion! Rave reviews. Don't do like we did and order the small! Go for the large!

Yummy yum yum!! Definitely recommend. Had the El Pastor. Pineapple Pesto Red Onions and a squirt of mayo!!!

We found Cow Dog at Marathon, but not at the main part of town near the Gage Hotel, but over by the Marathon Motel by the RV Park when you first come into town from Alpine's direction. He said he's there Thu, Fri, Sat 11:30-2:00 and Sat 5p to when ever. If not by the RV Park sometimes at events over by French Co.Great dogs and good people.