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Terlingua, Texas: La Kiva: Dinosaur Cave Bar and BBQ

Dug into the banks of Terlingua Creek by the late Gil Felts. Its mascot is its "Penisaurus Erectus" skeleton.

Address:
Hwy 170, Terlingua, TX
Directions:
On the south side of Hwy 170, about 1.5 miles west of Hwy 118, and just west of the bridge across Terlingua Creek.
Hours:
Usually opens at 5 pm (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
432-371-2250
Admission:
Free
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La Kiva.

La Kiva - Semi-Underground

Got to meet the owner, John from England. Showed us around, brand new kitchen in process, soon to be wine cellar. Wife painted the pictures on the wall. Incredible talent!

[Donna and Bill Blum, 01/07/2016]

Self-described "dinosaur cave bar with BBQ," La Kiva was dug into the banks of Terlingua Creek in 1979 by the late Gil Felts. Its mascot is the "Penisaurus Erectus" skeleton embedded in one of its interior walls.


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