My review is solely based on the restaurant aspect of Miguel's. I've been there 4 or 5 times. I'm not a rock climber, but a casual hiker/backpacker, and I have not been to the gorge without eating here. The pizza is absolutely fantastic, unlike any I've had anywhere else. I got there early once and had to resort to breakfast, I believe a burrito of some sort, and it was great too. Yeah, some seemingly sketchy characters may be hanging around, but they are probably climbers, generally friendly, and I couldn't climb the side of a van if I tried, so I'm not judging. Oh, and the "scenery" is unusually spectacular here. Never fails. Expect to wait if coming at peak time, particularly on the weekends.
Review Source:Oh how I hate to do this, but I just have too.
We had a REALLY BAD experience at Miguel's. Â Â It was our first trip out to the RRG. Â We had a large group who were coming in from all over the USA. Â This trip had been in the making for some time (many months prior to showing up) and we all wanted to stay together in a cabin with a few camping close by. Â Miguel's seemed like the dream location since they had a "newly renovated" cabin and camping. Â We were so stoked!!
About two days before leaving for our trip, I called to find out where to pick up a key since we'd be arriving late and at different times. Â They said "You can just come right into the store and we'll get ya set up." Â Upon arriving my friend was told the cabin wasn't ready. (No mention of that when I called???) Now, we're not talking not clean and ready for us, we're talking no counter tops, no beds, drills and saws still in the place and no bathrooms. (*see pics posted) Â WTF!!! Â It's midnight, it's Memorial Day Weekend, and we have no camping gear, WTF!!!
First off, how do you rent a place that's not even close to being ready?? Â Second, why didn't you let us know a few weeks before - OR AT LEAST WHEN I CALLED TWO DAYS PRIOR - that we had no place to stay?? Â "Can you bring camping gear, Can we offer you help in finding another place to stay, Can we help you in any way" Â Anything, something ... Â REALITY - NOTHING!!! Â Not even an apology?? Â Guess they're just too full of themselves to care they almost ruined a dozen people's vacation.
Thank goodness after 3 Â 1/2 hours of scrambling to find something we did, but we didn't get to stay together as planned. Â It was a super bummer for me!! Â I really wanted to check this place out - the pizza, the environment, etc, but after that I just couldn't muster up enough forgiveness to give them any of my business. Â Glad we found the RED RIVER ROCKHOUSE (They rock and had amazing fresh, cheap food too and fed us all weekend), 5 star cabin rentals (they hooked us up with a place to stay and their customer service was great), and Lago Linda's for their amazing campground (so peaceful and nice). Â
With the ability to find good food, good lodging, and good camping elsewhere I doubt I'll even check out Miguel's again :(
One day when my school had Mountain Day, some friends and I decided to travel to Red River Gorge to run. After we were done with the trials, we stopped in to have some good pizza at Miguels. I ordered a Pepperoni pizza and it was excellent. During the wait for the pizza there is a Basketball court to shoot around, which will make you more hungry. One thing that I didn't like was the facility. It was small inside and when you go outside flies and bees were a hassle outside but, other than that I enjoyed the visit.
Review Source:Miguels is a cornerstone of the gorge and a necessity for all climbing/camping trips. Correct me if I'm wrong, but it's the only chance you'll have at fresh ingredients after a long day of outdoorsing. pretty hard to resist when compared to freeze dried camp food huh? It also serves as a community center for climbing by providing outfitting and a cheap place to crash. The restaurant has really evolved over the past few years, Camping space has expanded, there are nice restrooms (I believe there's a shower facility) and a basketball court. Someone invariably sets up a slack line and there are plenty of people hanging around swapping stories and sharing a late one.
There usually is a long wait for food, so call ahead and order over the phone.
All of this, plus the best pizza you will ever taste in your life. Could you really ask for more?
Visited with a large group and while everyone else seemed to enjoy their Ale 8 and pizzas, I never got to try a taste. I ordered a simple pepperoni & bacon pizza which was misplaced and never arrived. A second pizza was then put in the oven never to be seen again. Â How do you lose 2 pizzas for one customer?? Needless to say, I didn't wait for a third.
Review Source:Not much going on in Slade, Kentucky...until you get to Miguels'. Everyone is here. Everyone. Not really much of a menu just lists of fresh ingredients that can morph onto your choice of pizza (get it), salad (get that too to munch on because the pizzas take a while), pasta or bean bowl or breakfast wrap. Everything we sampled was fresh of the vine but the wait on several occasions was ridiculously long. They just installed a basketball court so shoot some hoops while you wait on dinner- very family friendly and they sell ice cream and cases and cases of Ale-8.
Review Source:A trip to Miguel's is a must if you are climbing at the Red.
The first time we came on a Sunday night, they were actually out of dough so we couldn't get pizza! I got a pork chop sandwich instead which was pretty good. Later in the week, we came again and had pizza. It's pretty decent and they have a ton of toppings to choose from.
There isn't a lot of seating inside and dirtbags are always hanging around on their laptops. You probably want to bring your down in case you have to sit outside.
I am not a climber. All I had on my visit was pizza. That being said...I can only imagine how awesome this place is if I were! Â Not only were all the folks I saw here attractive and in shape, they all seemed laid back and cool to boot. Â At least 20 tents set up each night as far as I could tell. Â Oh and the pizza...the pizza is great. Â Quite a few local and organic ingredients as well as some I don't really get, but hey what isn't good on pizza. Â The pizza is bomb w/o a doubt! Â I need to start climbing so I have an excuse to go back! :) Enjoy
*Something tells me this was cash only, but I can't 100% recall.
If you are a rockclimber, you need to visit. The Red River Gorge offers easy access to 100's of overhanging sandstone routes. Â It's a world class climbing destination, climbers from all over the world meet at Miguel's.
Miguel's is definitely part of the scene. Â It's relatively clean easy camping with showers and good food. You really don't need to camp cook, Miguel's has decent well priced breakfast, lunch and dinner. If the crowded camping is not your speed, other camping is available up the road. Â It's a dry county, but the beer store is also just up the road a few miles.
The fall colors in the gorge are fantastic .....
Miguel's... The center of the Red River Gorge climbing community.
A few friends and I stayed at Miguel's for our weekend trip to the red, and we found it quite welcoming!
We arrived at 3am after 8 hours in the car, and walked straight to the back and pitched our tents and passed out.
This was our first visit to the red, and we thought Miguel's would fit our needs well.
Camping:
First off, this place has all the things you will need for a few days or a few weeks stay. They have extremely cheap camping ($2 a night per person) and they also have really warm showers:) They may be a little intimidating at first, just remember to bring your shower flip flops! The showers are so so warm and will help to boost your moral after a long day at the crag.
Showers are $1 for 4 minutes. I recommend always taking an extra token (4 minutes goes by fast!)
Other guests are generally nice, and they tended to keep to themselves. My group was asked to quiet down around 11pm, so that others could get some sleep. The people that stay here are not the party college campers, they are generally serious climbers - that said, earlier in the evening a little bit of partying did occur.
Food:
The food was excellent.
The pizza: legendary.
I had breakfast each day, and I was quite surprised that everything I tried was really good. The traditional breakfast was best, and included eggs (served however you like) hash browns, bacon, and some really good toasted bread.
The breakfast wraps were also great!
The food is delivered to your table inside the store or out back, and the wait times were generally pretty short.
Make sure to grab an Ale8 if its your first visit:)
Miguel's also has a full climbing store. Harnesses, ropes, helmets, draws, cams, shoes. Point is, whatever you forgot to pack, Miguel's has it.
This was so handy as my group forgot quick draws, and we were able to pick up a few for pretty cheap because they were having a sale.
Other clothing gear is also available, like t-shirts, jackets, pants and shorts.
The only negative I can think of about this place is the girls who work the counter. They could be a little short with people, and come off a little bit rude. It's to be expected from early twenty something hipster climbers.
I had a great stay at Miguel's and I can't wait to go back. I highly recommend for single climbers wanting to climb some trad or sport, as its easy to find a climbing parter here.
This place is great for groups too, as well as families.
Hippie vibe, decent pizza, adequate gear selection (as in, if you forgot something, they've got you covered), and the best climbing meet-up/ place to get route tips or advice around. What's not to love? (Oh that's right. BYOB. Still, you can. And should, on a hot day post-sweat session.)
Review Source:The family and I stopped here for lunch while visiting the gorge. Â I got a vegan rice bowl with mango salsa and black beans. Â Served piping hot, it was excellent for only $5. Â The wife got 2 slices of pizza and it was hot, the crust was fresh and tasty. Â Basically their menu allows you to customize your toppings for either rice bowl, pasta, pizza, sandwich, or salad. Â Great place to kick back after a hike or carb load before a hike. Â (They serve breakfast too.)
Review Source:This place is somewhat a cult for the rock climbers. I have to say that everything in it indeed looks very welcoming to that crowd - all the gear for sale, rustic atmosphere, energetic staff and visitors and also prices. Prices are more than reasonable and the choice of toppings is great: I 2 (GIANT) slices of pepperoni and mushrooms and I was so full I didn't want to leave. But maybe the nice atmosphere had something t do with it as well... :)
Review Source:A magical place.
A college buddy and I, both new to the Red River Gorge, decided to swing down for a weekend of climbing and camping. We pulled in to Miguel's 10am Saturday, Â stayed through Monday afternoon, Â and had a blast!
Camping fees are a ridiculously cheap $2 /head /night, which gets you access to more amenities than you'll find at most budget hotels, including covered picnic tables, bathrooms, and a sink for washing dishes. Warm showers are available for $1 and there are washers and driers for $2. We went to bed warm, dry, and clean every night despite the rain without breaking the bank.
The pizza is delicious, with a thin crunchy crust and dozens of available toppings. We brought a campstove, but ordered dinner from the restaurant both nights because it was to too good to pass up.
Where the place really shines, though, is the atmosphere. We were joined all weekend by at least 50 like-minded campers, climbers, and other sightseers. Each day we woke up, made camp stove breakfast at the picnic tables and got the scoop on where the best climbing crags were for those conditions. After a full day out, we came back to get pizza and exchange stories of sends and soggy hikes. Each night, it was past midnight before we realized that we should probably turn in so we'd have energy for the next day. There was a slackline, and hangboard traversing contests, and dozens of guidebooks traveling around the tables. Miguel's provides the Red River Gorge experience.
If you're searching for solitude, go somewhere else. Otherwise, camp at Miguel's, order a pizza, drink an ale8, and settle in for a great vacation.
Best pizza place I have ever been to. The workers there also have such great hospitality and were so respectful to our group of sixteen members which is really good for such a small business. He is such a great man and even came out to have a conversation with us and he also told us a little about himself and his family. This place draws a lot of attention from people not just from Kentucky but as far as California which shows how amazing it must be and I completely agree. He is not open during the winter because he stays in his house that he owns in Hawaii during those months, so I suggest you go now and have the amazing experience just like I did.
Review Source:Miguel's Pizza provides one of the final commercial stops prior to climbing the hill to the Natural Bridge resort and park area. This is a very rustic establishment, and in some areas people might call it "bare-bones" in terms of physical structure (the restrooms, for example, are small and have very dim lighting). Considering this, however, the food selection, quality, and service were all surprisingly pleasing. The food was prepared for our large group quickly and served to us hot out of the oven. It was helpful to have indoor and outside seating options. For campers, there are camping grounds and facilities provided in the "backyard" of the restaurant.
Overall, Miguel's isn't a bad choice for a lunch stop before heading up to Natural Bridge for some hiking. This is a rustic restaurant option, but there isn't a whole lot else to choose from in the area if you're looking for something in this area of quality, quick, and relatively affordable dining.
Pizza was delicious and the service was great! Â I was with a group of 15 hungry college students and once we arrived it only took about fifteen minutes to receive all of our pizzas, although we did call in advance. The restaurant provided a selection of at least twenty different beverages and a wide range of pizza's that satisfied both the meat and vegetarian lovers of the group. Â Their wide range of selection allows for a meal for almost any diet but still meet taste bud needs! Â Our group ate right outside of the restaurant at a collection of picnic tables. Â And I couldn't have asked to eat my lunch around more beautiful scenery as I was surrounded by stunning Natural Bridge State Park mountains. Â Would definitely recommend this restaurant to all visiting Natural Bridge State Park!
Review Source:Good & hot pizza - very crowded and a bit slow. Â T-shirts in the gift shop, ask for women & kids as they are behind the glass. Â Large slices and a variety of toppings (chickpeas + black olives is great).
Parking lot is a free-for-all and easier for trucks/SUVs due to gravel and big potholes.
Camping is available behind the place if you are there for multiple days.
Miguel's is one of those hallowed classics that's easy to rate.
Five stars for character, ambience, and tradition. Â This is Ground Zero for rock-climbing in the Red River Gorge area. Â In fact, it's a bit of a way station for climbers from all over Eastern half of the country. Â (Just check the license plates in the parking lot.) Â Miguel's features camping, rooms for rent, climbing gear for sale, and its regionally-famous pizza and other food. Â The the cozy restaurant with the impromptu school-bus seating is improbably comfortable. Â It's also great for people-watching: Â mostly a steady parade of young hippie-ish climbers filing in and out, socializing, chowing down, surfing the net, but also a variety of others: Â families, older climbers, and just plain drifters.
Three stars for Miguel's somewhat overrated pizza. Â The pizza looks great when it's placed in front of you--piping hot out of the oven, obviously hand-tossed crust, and with fresh toppings--but it's in fact a little bland. Â Despite its excellent appearance, the crust is not very interesting texture-or-flavor-wise, and the sauce doesn't have much pop. Â But if you've been hiking or climbing all day, it will undoubtedly taste like five-star pizza. Â And as a Cinicnnati resident, I will say that it's definitely better than the Cincinnati average. Â I should add that it seems almost mandatory that you have an Ale 8-1 (made in Winchester just down the road) with your food. Â (BTW, this here is a dry county and Ale 8-1, for those unaware, is a refreshing and delicious and non-alcoholic champagne-colored drank.)
If you're in the Gorge/Natural Bridge area, you owe it to yourself to visit Miguel's at least once.
I was here this past weekend and accidentally came across the/a climber's reunion.
This place was packed and we had to park pretty far down the street, but I was totally impressed with the atmosphere.
Many folks were camping right here. Â There was a bluegrass (plus accordion) band that was bizarre and wonderful, a massive pyre, arm wrestling, and a large outdoor seating area with picnic tables.
I cannot speak to the food, but I will say Miguel's is in a dry county in Kentucky and nearly EVERYONE was enjoying some Ale 8-1, so I had to imbibe. Â It's like a crazy sweet ginger ale type soda that can be found all over Kentuck, but almost no wheres in Ohio.
Additionally, I may or may not have seen many folks that had brought their own beverages, despite a clearly posted sign indicating that drinking at Miguel's is not lawful.
I have a feeling people arent coming here for the pizza. Maybe im getting old, who knows. Crowded parking lot full of insane climbers. Chill is just not the word id use to describe it. Theres a bunch of tents in the back where climbers sleep, theres a gear shop and be careful, some strange kid will sit next to you, eat some of your food say thanks and wander away leaving chalk marks as the only reminder that what just happened was real. Its like going on the biggest rollercoaster in the park...its busy because its cool and you didnt "come all this way NOT to go". Thats why it gets 4 stars. Its a staple to the gorge and to the community.
Review Source:Holy Moly! Awesome Pizza! There isn't a whole lot more to say. They have every single topping imaginable, and you can create and kind of crazy tasty pizza you want. If you are in the area and don't stop here to eat, I will be angry!
Also, there is a beautiful painting on wall that is on the left as you enter the door. Its of a man with a mickey mouse shirt, and I wonder why it's not in a museum.
Possibly my favorite place in the world. Â Imagine this- you wake up surrounded by your friends and you have a little extra-money in your pocket so you decide to get a burrito- it arrives while you're talking to total strangers about where they're headed that day- it doesn't matter because you feel like they're good friends within two words- you bite in and all of a sudden you have an orgasm in your mouth- you finish your burrito while dirtbags making tea and oatmeal look at you with sheer unadulterated envy. Â You head out to the crag and have one of the best days of your life- you push yourself until your fingertips are raw and your knuckles are bloody. Â On the way back- you stop at the beer trailer and get the most random beer you can find to go with the craziest topping combination you can think of (mushrooms, mango salsa, sweet potato, pineapple, anyone?). You order with a fake name and open your ale-8 by hitting it against the picnic table. Â So you're sitting there- an ale-8 in one hand and a dead-guy ale in the other and you hear "Eleanor Roosevelt?" - Your pizza has arrived!
Miguel's isn't a pizza joint, a climber hang out, or a place to get a cool t-shirt. Â It's a way of life, a state of being and where I feel at home.
Good pizza, amazing burritos, cheap camping, best 1.50 you'll ever spend on a shower, wifi, climbing gear, slacklines, campfires- it's enough to make me drop out of college and become a dirtbag myself!
Miguel's Restaurant
Today is the June 20th of 2011, as EPG cohort 8 members, we went to different areas of Kentucky. Powell County was one where Miguel's pizza shop is located. Â After such a long day of adventure we decided to go to Miguel's and suddenly everyone in my group was filled with happiness. The minute we arrived there we saw a number of cars parked outside of the restaurant. I never thought a small restaurant located at that center of mountainous surroundings can have such popularity. I was so amazed by what I saw. Everyone was in hurry on the way to mountain climbing or hiking. This place is known for pizza and so almost everyone was eating different kinds of pizza. Â I never knew why but they were right to feel that way. Miguel's is warm, with cheerful environment that led us to enjoy the comfort. The pizza was delicious and they service was fast.
However, one of the things that I would like to see change with on my second visit is the toilet. I think Miguel's should have separate bathrooms for males and females. They serve many guests, not only as a restaurant but also as a shopping center too. Another thing that could be improved seems to me is, if they could  separate rooms for shopping and for dinning.I understand that they are keeping the historic house which makes it unique but separating the shopping area from the restaurant would give great environment and room for conversation while eating and i think that would expand the business.
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Luwam Okbazion
If it wasn't for Yelp, I would have passed this place and never given it a second glance. Â Intrigued by other reviews, I had to try this place out. Â Boy, am I glad I did.
This is the place to stop for lunch or dinner when at the Gorge. Pizza so fresh with hand tossed dough and great ingredients. Â The pizza dough is without a doubt hand made, I love that the shape of the crust is irregular. Â Had two slices of pepperoni, it was made fresh. Â Ale-8-One seems to be the beverage of choice here. Â They also sell frozen treats.
Miguel has a campground on site that caters to climbers so they literally live there. Â The parking lot was full of cars from various states.
The inside is very cool, Â you sit on old bus bench seats. Â Has free Wi-Fi.
It also doubles as a sporting goods store for climbers. Â How cool is that? Â Really glad I made the trip. Â Interesting experience.
so, FREE WIFI AND LUMBERJACKS? OH OK! anyway, this place is pretty enchanting. it's super central 7 hours from chicago, 7 from atlanta. so, you can meet your climbing friends from all over the mid-east coast, and it will be a fun and quick road trip.
i walk out of my friend's car and, much to my delight, a sea of headlight wearing, harness wearing honeys. i initially thought i hit my head, died and woke up in an REI catalog. just a bunch of thrill seeking youngsters (not too young) enjoying nature and getting a little crunk. overall, it has sort of a ski lodgey feel.
pull up to a restaurant. a community firepit to the side, a covered patio with benches, where you can prepare the food you brought on your campstoves and a couple acres of a grassy field, where you can pitch a tent for 2 dollars a night. you can even take a warm shower here for $1.50. not too shabby for a cheap ##### like me!
miguel's pizza has organic pizza ($15). most of their ingredients are from the chickens in field where you camp or from local area farmers and vendors. if you do decide to stay the night, miguel's has some simple, but hearty breakfast burritos in the morning. they charge 3 dollars for 2 topping and go up in price 1 dollar per each extra topping. you can also try your hand at  some waffles that look  way better than anything i saw at waffle house on the road trip back. if you're more of a penny pincher, you can buy hot water and make your own oatmeal for 50 cents. WHOO-EEEE! this place put the ky in yiipee ky yo ky yay (hillbilly speak). this place is better than a home away from home, because you don't even have to cook, if you don't feel like it.
the location keeps it classy by not selling booze  and instead selling a huge selection of climbing gear and clothing. if you forget something in your backpack at home, you can easily go get it at miguel's. it's only a few miles from a lot of climbing routes.
trust me. this place is better than disneyland, and it costs about as much as a large soda at disneyland.
The place to go if your in Eastern Kentucky and your one of the following: not from Eastern Kentucky and you need a cheap campsite, you like to rock climb, your wanting to see Red River Gorge or you like pizza. BYOB- this is dry country.
FYI- It's down the road from the iguana/lizard museum trailer, which is parked near the bathroom/visitors center off Highway 11. They remain also closed for winter season, so check the schedule.
The first time I went to Miguel's it wasn't really expecting very much. Â I mean it's in the middle of nowhere and there was really only ground for camping and outhouse shaped showers and bathrooms.
Nowadays Miguel's is a climber's paradise; complete with new concrete shower facilities, bathrooms and even rentable rooms. Â That's only the accommodations... Miguel's has really come a long way. Â By the way, did I mention that the camping is 2 dollars a night? Â There is really no better place to stay when you're in the red.
Really this place is targeted for climbers. Pretty much everyone here at night has been climbing during the day, or having a rest day. Â The other people during the day that come usually are passer-bys eager to try Miguel's famous pizza. Â I actually am quite puzzled how people that aren't climbers find this place.
The pizza is the heart and soul of Miguel's Pizza. Â The pizza is outstanding. Â With a giant selection of creative toppings and your pick at the litter, it makes for some really great pizzas. Â My favourite topping is probably the sweet potato.
The rest of the "menu" includes pasta dishes, burritos and sandwiches, all which can be filled with the same ingredients that you can put on the pizza. Â And of course, they're all amazing.
It's funny because a lot of first timers I bring here ask me how much money they should bring here. Â The fact is that there really isn't anything else in this "town". Â I mean there's a lizard petting zoo, and then an indian trading store, and I guess you can buy stuff at the Shell gas station. Â Miguel's has a decent selection of climbing gear as well as souvenirs (ie. Miguel's shirts) but other than that, you can pretty much save your money for camping (2.00), showers (1.50), and food.
If you're ever in the Red River Gorge, come here. Â There's no other place that you'll get the same atmosphere, pizza, and climbing community.
PS. get yourself some "Ale-8" (pronounced "A Late One"). Â Also, this is a dry county, no booze sold here (and technically not allowed)... but I hear there's a liquor store south on the 11 past torrent. Â It may be called C&S Carry Out... And they may be closed on sunday.
Yub, this place is as good as it gets unless you want to drive another 200 miles. Miguel's is listed as one of four restaurants in Slade, the others ones include a Subway if that gives you some ideas. BUT, this doesn't mean Miguel's Pizza can't stand on its own since I have been eating pizza from coast to coast.
Miguel's holds a special place to climbers, right behind the main building is where most climbers visiting Red River Gorge hang. For $2 per person per night, it is a great deal. The restaurant also serve as a place where they find partners, hang, and use wi-fi (not free and it is damn slow)
You walk in, file out a form, pick out your toppings, it is that easy. Pie only comes in one size, but you get to buy it by 8 slices (the whole pie), 4 slices (half of a pie) or 2 slices (quarter of a pie). A lot of vegetarian choices as well.
Pie is good, they have ginger ale for a buck, what else can you ask for?
They have a good selection of climbing products, shoes, ropes and clothings.
Being in a dry county, bring your own beer.
A place a climber and a non-climber can enjoy.
Obviously the target of this place is climbers, however I've seen many families having dinner here and even if you're here camping you'll blend in anyway (just don't ask what a quickdraw is).
The camping is the cheapest I've ever been across, and the atmosphere is very distinct. Very centrally located as well.
I find myself craving pizza from my trips to the RRG, but not craving it from my trip to Italy.. strange. Many different toppings, always delicious. We always bring rice/pasta hoping to keep our camping food cheap but end up splurging for a pizza.
An Ale81 tastes as good as beer after a day of climbing, which helps since it is in a dry county.
I can't believe I haven't written a review yet. This place rocks!
So, this is an absolute staple every time I visit the Gorge. It is a hot spot though, so keep in mind even with the expanded seating area, it will likely be packed full, and there may be a wait.
This is a HUGE rock climber's haven. The gravel lot is usually filled with cars, with no discernible order to the parking. If your car is low, watch out for the big drop off from the edge of the road into the parking lot. If you are climbing, you can camp out back and hang out/socialize with the everyone else. They do sell gear in the shop as well. There is a computer in the corner, but most people seem to bring their own laptops.
They make all their pizza and other food fresh to order, and you can get two slices or more with any topping you desire. The toppings are as fresh and delicious as they are varied. It's always a challenge to see who can dream up the best pizza combination. It's so good, and we are usually so hungry, that burning the top of your mouth is inevitable.
You can BYOB. They also sell a variety of drinks and novelty ice cream. Ale8 is a staple there as you can see by all the empty bottles collected.
They used to have just the one bathroom which required cunning and timing to get a good spot in the line. Now, they have an additional bathroom in the new building out back.
The decor is fun including the old bus seats that you cram into with all your friends, making full use of the limited seating.
If you are anywhere near the Gorge you need to go here. They do shut down over the winter though, so check if you are unsure.
After hiking all around Natural Bridge area we stopped here for lunch.  We got a large extra cheese pizza with multi-grain crust  for around $10.  It was yummy and fast.  The decor is all the climbing stuff they sell.  The booths are benches from a school bus, I think.  They had many other items to order like hoagies, salads, wraps (I think).  They had hummus and other veggie friendly items.  You could even order cheese-less pizza.
Review Source:Miguel's is to the Red as Camp 4 is to Yosemite Valley. The only difference being that Miguel's is waay better. No rangers, no tourons, no nonsense. You can relax at Miguel's and be yourself. No checkout times, no lines to wait in for a space to set your tent, no worries.
What you do have is hippie climber paradise with bonfires, slacklines, chair bouldering, cheap camping, priceless camaraderie, tasty food, beta sharing, partner finding, cheap showers, on and on...
Miguel's will always be a home away from home for me, as it probably is for hundreds of other climbers. Long live Miguel's!
If you're looking for restaurants before your hiking/ climbing trip to Red River area, this is probably your first trip. Â If that is the case, just go to Miguel's, order a pizza and you can ask all the climbers for good crags and trails to visit. Â Everyone you run into here will be really down to earth and willing to talk a while (that's the point of being there). Â Be warned that near dusk, or on rainy days in the summer this place will be packed! Â However, there is free internet and any extra gear you might need for your trip that you can look at while you wait. Â Have fun and tell Miguel hello for me!
While you're there, make sure to try some Ale-8 (it's bottled by a family-owned business in Winchester near Lexington, and they have old style bottles of it at Miguel's)!
No way. Â I get to write the first review of MIGUEL'S PIZZA?
For climbers, a visit to Miguel's is obligatory. Â Hell, the guidebook directions start there. Â And if you're a non-climber looking for a pie, you can't do better within 200 miles. Â Miguel may be more Portuguese than Italian, but he knows pizza. Â It has real cheese, fresh spices on top and in the sauce (which is not too sweet!), and more toppings than I have ever seen. Â I love getting pizza with corn, pineapple, garlic and sweet potatoes. Â Where else can you do that? Â
But be armed with this tidbit: Â Miguel's isn't just a pizza joint & rock shop. Â It's sort of a climber commune. Â On weekend nights you could easily be overwhelmed by the smell of a long but friendly queue of climbers. Â They will have chalk in their hair, on their clothes and worked into their calloused, bleeding hands. Â They will be carrying beer bottles wrapped in aluminum foil (it's a dry county -- that's the rule!). Â They will also probably hog all the tables, the front porch and the fireside out back, and they will stare at you if your hands are smooth. Â
That's if you make it in the parking lot. Â Miguel's lot seems big, but it almost always overflows onto Route 11 on weekend nights. It also needs to be repaved -- or just paved. Â Watch your radiator coming in! Â
My advice for non-climbers or anyone lacking in patience is to go there for lunch or for dinner during the week. Â And if you get a chance to chat with Miguel, take it. Â He's a generous dude.
If you're a climber under 25 years of age, don't waste your youth like i did. Â Plan on living there for a summer before you get too old or responsible. Â It's $2 a night to camp; about $10 for a pizza; and all the gear you could possibly need is waiting for you behind the counter. Â You just gotta earn the money. Â (There lies the rub.)
Think of it: If you're standing on Miguel's porch, there are something like 104 different crags within 15 miles of you. Â All you need is a guidebook -- and wouldn't you know it? Â Miguel sells them.
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