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12 Gage Restaurant, your premier destination for delicious American cuisine and craft beverages in Marathon, TX. Located at 102 NW 1st St #90w, our restaurant and bar offers a unique dining experience that combines rich flavors with a cozy atmosphere. From classic American comfort food to innovative twists, our menu features something for everyone. Enjoy a cold beer or craft cocktail at our fully-stocked bar, or savor a glass of wine from our curated selection. Whether you're in the mood for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends, 12 Gage Restaurant is the perfect spot. Join us for lunch or dinner and discover why we're the go-to American restaurant in Marathon. Let our friendly staff and exceptional service make your dining experience unforgettable.

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kristie smith
kristie smith -Google user
3 months ago
Great fine dining establishment in the middle of nowhere. It is attached to the Gage Hotel. I would suggest reservations in advance, as it is busier than you might think. We had the quail appetizer, which was crispy and juicy, with a great sauce. We had...Read More
$50–100Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkNo waitIndoor dining area, Booth seating
Jeffrey Wilson
Jeffrey Wilson -Google user
2 years ago
Great West Texas atmosphere. The entire wait staff was amazing! We both got the Tenderloin Filet, medium, and it was cooked to perfection. The eclectic selection of drinks were delicious, from the Texas Old Fashioned to the Cosmic Cowgirl.
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Angela Saa
Angela Saa -Google user
a year ago
One of the best dining experiences in Texas. Got a reservation months ago and definitely recommend getting a resy in advance (the weekend I went was the Marathon2Marathon event). Appetizers were yummy. Chicken fried steak was bigger than my face and the jalapeño gravy had...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5Mexican Chocolate Brownie with Dulce De Leche Ice Cream
Tracy Bel
Tracy Bel -Google user
Edited a year ago
Update: May 2024 This time we did make a reservation. Food and service were exceptional. I highly recommend the Squash steak. Never had anything like it. The risotto was the perfect compliment to this purely delicious meal. The food and service are exceptional. We were lucky...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5
A Farrell
A Farrell -Google user
2 years ago
Good experience. Had our 21st anniversary dinner. We made a reservation and were seated as soon as we arrived at a table set for 2. We started with some house specialty drink and the oyster nachos were on point. We then received our sw cesar...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5
Erica Guerrero
Erica Guerrero -Google user
4 years ago
09/13/21 My sister and I came to stay at the Gage Hotel and made a reservation to eat dinner at the hotel restaurant. I enjoyed the house margarita which was great and the ribeye which I would rate a 10/10. My sister enjoyed the pork...Read More
Scooter McHooter
Scooter McHooter -Google user
3 years ago
First class food, setting, service. Not what you might expect to find in a west Texas railroad town but it's a gem. Accompanied by the amazing hotel and bar, it's truly a destination.
Heather Michael Brumpton
Heather Michael Brumpton -Google user
a year ago
Best meal I have had in Texas. Servers prompt and helpful. Salmon was THE best ever. Top marks for the Peruvian chef. I am a bread-aholic and the Focaccia was a refreshing change to the regular non bread.
Atmosphere: 5
Barbara Deane
Barbara Deane -Google user
4 years ago
Excellent service! Very helpful waiter. I started with the Texas cooler - a cocktail with cucumber vodka, lime juice and topo chico. The waiter also brought to the table some small rolls and corn muffins. We shared the New York Strip and …
Daniel Chapman
Daniel Chapman -Google user
2 years ago
Phenomenal steak and service. 12 Gage is an oasis in the Texas desert. I had the rib-eye steak medium rare that was juicy and red with a recommended red wine that paired nicely. Simply a must-do if you’re in the area!
cyndy mccrossen
cyndy mccrossen -Google user
9 months ago
It ain’t easy to run a great, fine dining establishment in a small town. It seems locals and visitors alike are ready to support this one. Make sure and get your weekend reservations! Well focused menu with each dish impeccably prepared and presented. Crisp,...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Salad, Caesar Salad, Crab Cakes, Roasted Half Chicken
Martin James
Martin James -Google user
10 months ago
Great experience tonight, server Robert was very friendly and funny. Chicken fried steak was out of this world. Got a great passion fruit chocolate cake also, it was so so good.
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Nicholas Jenson
Nicholas Jenson -Google user
2 years ago
I had a terrific Valentine’s Day dinner here. I got the Prime NY Strip and I would most certainly get it again. It’s the biggest strip I’ve ever order and was cooked perfectly. Really appreciated 12 Gage bringing in live music. The young …
Arturo Ramirez
Arturo Ramirez -Google user
7 months ago
Would most definitely recommend. Its out there hidden but worth it all. We were very satisfied with our service music was on point not too loud not too low. 👌 …
Everett Gossard
Everett Gossard -Google user
3 years ago
Ordered a bowl of soup and the oyster nachos. This alone a meal would not make, but my and aunt and her friend both ordered the strip steak and they were more than willing to share their portions with me. The steak was amazing. I’m...Read More
John Kelly
John Kelly -Google user
4 years ago
On our way from Austin to Big Bend, we decided to spend our first night at the historic Gage Hotel in Marathon. We're glad we did. For dinner we treated ourselves to a 5 star dinner at the 12 Gage Restaurant. Our New York. Strip...Read More
Chad Gibbons
Chad Gibbons -Google user
3 years ago
Great food and drinks; especially good given the small town locale. It’s busier than you’d think, so be sure to make reservations. …
Christie Tatum Janszen
Christie Tatum Janszen -Google user
2 years ago
Phenomenal restaurant! We ordered the Filet and New York Strip and both were cooked to perfection. Our Salads were refreshing and large (the Trost Salad and Watermelon Caprese). We also had the Crispy Quail Appetizer and it was yummy. …
Patrick Kennedy
Patrick Kennedy -Google user
2 months ago
Amazing food and really nice place to have a meal with a close friend or romantic date. Awesome west Texas food options, I had the Nalgai and would highly recommend the cocktails come from the buffalo bar and are really solid. The fried quail appetizer...Read More
$50–100Atmosphere: 5Reservations recommended2 peopleNo waitPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking
Siduo Jiang
Siduo Jiang -Google user
Edited 9 months ago
Lovely place run by lovely people. Food is exquisite - fine dining in the truest sense right here in West Texas. Every menu item is worth trying and authentic to the core. We come every holiday season and it is a visit we look forward...Read More

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