If you're ever lucky enough to find yourself in the wildly artistic and wonderfully strange little desert town of Marfa, Texas—population barely 2,000—do yourself a favor and head straight to The Capri, located at 603 W San Antonio St, Marfa, TX 79843. This spot isn't just a restaurant; it's a whole dang vibe. Tucked inside what used to be a historic ballroom, The Capri manages to be rustic, elegant, mysterious, and full of soul—all at the same time. And honestly, it captures the essence of what Marfa is all about: artistic spirit, frontier grit, and culinary magic.

Let’s talk food—because oh boy, the food. The Capri doesn’t serve your average Tex-Mex or southern fare. Nope. Instead, they whip up bold, imaginative plates using indigenous and native ingredients, all crafted by the seriously creative minds of chefs who don’t just cook—they tell stories on a plate. Think smoked mushroom ceviche bathed in turmeric leche de tigre or a wild nopal chaat with beet dosa and tamarind chutney. Ever had a mesquite flour tortilla in your life? You’re about to, and it’ll ruin regular tortillas for you forever. The menu rotates and plays with the seasons, so there’s always something new and mind-blowing every time you visit.

Now let’s talk about the space itself—because wow, The Capri is stunning. The old-school ballroom architecture still stands proud with its steel truss ceilings and big open windows, but they’ve added all these sleek, desert-modern design elements that somehow blend perfectly with the rugged Marfa landscape. And then there’s the outdoor garden area… where do I even begin? It’s a botanical dreamland filled with over 170 species of native plants. You’ve got fire pits, comfy hammocks, and just enough low lighting to make the whole thing feel cozy and mysterious. Grab a cocktail, sink into a seat under the stars, and let the desert night work its magic.

What makes The Capri even cooler is who’s behind it. Virginia Lebermann—who helped co-found the iconic art organization Ballroom Marfa—runs this place with her husband, Rocky Barnette, who’s a brilliant chef with some serious culinary cred. They’re not just running a business; they’re curating an experience. It’s food meets art meets culture meets community, and it’s got that signature Marfa weirdness that everyone falls in love with.

And don’t forget—while Marfa is tiny, it’s packed with things to see and do. You’ve got the Chinati Foundation, a contemporary art museum built in a former military base. You’ve got the mysterious Marfa Lights that show up in the night sky and nobody can explain. You’ve got wide-open desert roads and skies so big they make you feel small in the best way. But to really take it all in, you’re gonna need a car.

So before you hit the road for your Marfa getaway, make sure you’ve got wheels that can keep up with your sense of adventure. Book a car with West Texas Auto Rentals—they’ve got reliable rides that’ll get you around Marfa and beyond without a hitch. Visit https://maps.app.goo.gl/eVYFquni8xzDw4fY9 or call +1 469-727-9993 to get your rental set up today. Trust me, you won’t want to miss a single desert mile.