La Casita

We were visiting Alpine for a few days and were in desperate need of a drink and a good meal....needless to say we only accomplished the drinks portion of our needs. A few things to note before we get started with this review:1. It's cash only - so be prepared (this is as of my post) 2. The staff was polite and this is in no way a reflection of them.The good:The beer was nice and cold but they only give you one frozen mug, even if you order more beer.The cheese enchiladas were goodThe enchilada sauce was flavorful and brought the Mexican plate together. The bad:-Don't except to get real guacamole - instead you'll get a guac-like concoction that consist of sour cream, avocado and cilantro. It was not good. -Don't order the flauta plate. Save yourself the $15 and go buy a box from Walmart, it's the same difference. The flautas are literally the ones from a box.-Rice and beans are a staple of any good Tex-Mex dish but I'm sad to report the rice that was served on all three plates was undercooked and mushy and the beans were missing essential spices. Our overall meal was over $70!!! Three plates, 4 beers and a tea....thats a bit insane for the lackluster food. Anyway. That's all I have. Wishing this place the best and hoping it's was a one off.

We were expecting to eat a grocery store meal since this town is so small, but this place really delivered! (We actually ate here twice!) The sign on its front door said it's been around for 47 years which just goes to show how good it is.Everything we ordered was delicious and had a little extra - flautas for the kids (which came with guac to dip in), enchiladas with a tasty green sauce I don't usually see with enchiladas, and a burrito with beef stew as the filling.The one sad thing is that if you do take out, they won't give you the chips, salsa, guac, and queso that come complimentary for dine in guests.Last, it's cash/check only, so bring enough cash!

Hours posted online say they are open until 8:00, I called to verify and they said they close at 7:45, we arrived at 7:30. The server was visibly pissed off that we walked in the door, saying that since they were dead they were already closing up. Incredibly rude to treat a party of 2 as a nuisance for wanting to have dinner at their restaurant! So we left and went to Amigo's where we received very friendly customer service.

Best enchiladas West of the Pecos..... maybe East as well! Tortilla chips and salsa taste home made... probably are. Beer is ice cold! Servers are salt of the Earth!Bring cash! No credit cards accepted. Personal checks very much frowned upon.

I like places only locals visit and was introduced to this place by a friend. The food has consistently been fast, fresh, and good. I ate so much Mexican food living in Alpine, TX I have yet to visit one down in Austin. I think La Casita has spoiled me.:)It may look a little rundown to some people, but to those who live there, it's well-loved.Everything I've ever ordered is great and the staff are very efficient.

Absolutely wonderful Mexican food. The salsa was fresh and delicious and the queso was the best I have ever had! The restaurant has been in business for 49 years, which speaks volumes about how good it is. Highly recommend this terrific spot!

Rice was mushy, flautas were filled with chicken but was blend with spices like comino... wish it was just the chicken. Overall it was okay.

i have been going to la casita for almost 40 years - the food is good, fast, predictable and reliably good. The staff is friendly and efficient (Tommy is the best!) This is definitely a "local yokel" place and is always busy ...

The food was good and hot, the service was good, but the restaurant could have been cleaner.

Best Tex-Mex, best service, love this restaurant! Small, home-town, a must go-to if you are in the Big Bend!