This blog will be about restaurants you can visit close or open after midnight. This blog will also include recipes you can make at home with little to no cash.
“What hath night to do with sleep?”
― John Milton, Paradise Lost
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Food is the great equalizer, no matter your background. Great food is a connector of cultures. We seek it out and it brings us great joy. Monday Burger Night at Easy Tiger at the Linc Location is a great place to find great food.
Easy Tiger is an upscale German Style Bake Shop and Grill. They offer an array of breads, pastries, treats, beer, sausage links ,and sandwiches with Everything made in house. The Jalapeno bacon burger with a fried egg, avocado spread, and a side of chips left me happy and satisfied. The patty was juicy and flavorful while the egg and jalapenos played a great second fiddle. The pretzel bun, light and fluffy, held this symphony of flavor together like the most skilled mistro. With every bite my palate overdosed with pleasure. The chips offered a fun and crunchy break from the main attraction. They were well seasoned, and accompanied with beer cheese, it was a joy to consume. Easy Tiger has 36 beers on tap making it hard for me to choose one. I told my server to bring me her favorite and she brought back beer number 6, the Shacksbury Dry. The Schacksbury is a gluten free dry cider beer. The taste was divine, it had the taste of the apple without the sweetness. My check was $22 plus tax, which is a reasonable price for the quality of food i was provided.
So if it’s a great food you seek and you seek it on a Monday night, look no further than Easy Tiger. There are 3 different locations throughout Austin. So when your getting one of those cravings go to your nearest easy tiger,You’re gonna like the food you eat, I guarantee it.
Posted By Mallarie Guillory
Bar-chi, that is the combination of the words bar and sushi. I never knew this existed until I went to Barchi on Colorado St in Austin.
Going there, I didn’t know what to expect, but I was not disappointed by my experience. I was greeted by a nice host who showed me my table. I got a regular menu, drinks menu, and a happy hour menu. The happy hour menu has a variety of sushi rolls you can choose from. The happy hour menu also includes many drinks they make fresh. The menu includes rolls such as california, avocado, spicy tuna, and the austin roll with many more where that came from.
I ordered the coconut shrimp, fried calamari and roasted octopus for an appetizer and the shaggy dog sushi roll as an entree. The octopus was a real eye opener for me, because I’ve never had octopus served that way before. The calamari and coconut shrimp both have a nice crispy texture on the outside. The calamari came with a side of soy sauce and lemon. Mixing them to create a simple dipping sauce pairs great with the calamari. The coconut shrimp came with sweet n’ sour sauce, pickled onions, and sliced cucumber.
The shaggy roll is filled with shrimp and avocado, wrapped with Nori, topped with crab and a drizzle of spicy mayo on top, and it was so good. The bill in total was $12.00 including the drink. The drink I had was a water. The feeling in the restaurant has a nice vibe, but they do play loud music close to the bar, but I was fine with it. The server I had was really nice and took care of what I needed with no problems.
Overall my experience at Barchi was nice and delightful. I would recommend going during happy hour so you have more choices to pick. This place is great for cheap sushi and beer after a long day of work.
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Sayyid Webber
You look in your cabinet and you see some mac and cheese, and you probably think to yourself, “Welp, that’s boring I have nothing good to eat.” You should think again you need a casserole in your life. This recipe adds more of a twist to your classic dairy delight.
Prep time: 5 Minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
1 mac and cheese box:
2 cups of pasta
½ cup of cheese sauce powder
6 cups of water
¼ cups of butter and maybe a little extra for rubbing a pan
¼ cup milk
½ cup of bread crumbs
1 egg
1 cup of Fiesta blend shredded cheese
Sayyid Webber
My first experience at 24 Diner on North Lamar was excellent. The atmosphere was screaming bring the squad, but sadly everyone was busy so I decided to go by myself. 24 Diner is open 24/7. The porch was open and inviting, the hosts look all friendly The bar looked open and ready to seat at least eight more people. The tables in the middle are bustling with college students of all sizes. The atmosphere was welcoming and warm I did not feel very cold at all which is a huge problem with quite a few restaurants.Sometimes I am very sensitive to really chilly restaurants. Farm to Table was very heavily implied. Farm to table means from the Farm/ranch, to the restaurant, to your plate. The drink selection took up half the menu and then some, though I almost forgot I was in a diner.
When I walked in, I was in awe of how many people were here on a Wednesday night . After catching myself lost in thought, a couple of the hosts asked to sit me down. They gave me an option to sit at the bar or at a table booth combo. I chose to sit at the cool table booth combo they have going on. As I sat down the booth was not the most comfortable but I’m not picky. The waitress was very kind and the first thing she did was sit a water at my table and asked me if I wanted anything. I ended up choosing from their wide coffee selection from drip coffee to cappuccino, I ended up choosing the drip coffee. I needed a refill quickly after she walked off. Even though the Drip coffee was the cheapest option, it was a good option. It was very smooth and I got a cool little silver cream pouring tray.
The appetizer menu was small but filled formidable options like chilli cheese fries and corn fritters. I ordered the corn fritters and the bruschetta. The corn fritters were nothing that I expected, at this point in my life I was a corn fritter virgin. They blew my socks off! They were knockout delicious the remoulade was very forgettable and really didn’t need a place on the plate. The bruschetta was like eating a garden (without the dirt), so light, elegant, airy, and creamy. I got some tomato, eggplant, and basil were the star players on this italian delight. Honestly, I think I ate it wrong, the only problem I had was the bread was tough to cut through with the given utensils (a butter knife). The bad part about the appetizer service it should only take like 5-15 minutes for appetizers, it took like 20 or so minutes. was timing but that’s all minor because the diner was busy.
The main course, the chicken and waffles, was great too! It was steamy and crusty, soft but tender, and the cross section was beautiful. The syrup was amazing, like there was a maple tree was right outside (in the middle of Austin) and it was being tapped right behind the restaurant. The chicken, the most difficult to cook out of the two, was so tender and added a savory taste that the waffles needed to complete this classic combo. The waffles were fluffy and were there to add a new depth of texture. They had other options like their easy winners like the Patty Melt, 24 Hash, and French toast. I didn’t get to try either of those food items but I do hope to try them out in the future.
24 Diner was the dining experience I wasn’t looking for but it was it definitely didn’t disappoint. I was not expecting the excellence that it achieved. I was blown away by the style and farm to table ingredients. The only complaint that is really minor that I touched up on again was timing of food but it is reasonably understandable due to the high volume of people. I do recommend for anyone who is out late to stop by and give them a try, they are always open.
If you ever want to just want a big pint of beer and a variety of sausages to eat, I found the place. Banger’s is set in the heart of Austin, located on Rainey St. where you can also check out some other bars and little brunch restaurants. Let me tell you about Banger’s this restaurant is so big, they have 2 buildings as part of the whole restaurant. In the middle of those buildings they have an outdoor seating area and a stage where live music comes and plays Friday thru Sunday. Now doesn’t that sound fun!
My experience was great! I went with my girlfriend and it was a delightful experience. The menus they provide are big, vintage and old. They give you a food menu and a beer menu. The beer menu has over 60+ beers you can choose from! Wow that’s a lot of beer. Anyways I ordered banger’s and mash while my girlfriend ordered the jalapeño cheddar bratwurst. We ordered sides of Mac n cheese too.
The flavors of all the food came together like a harmony. The house made sausages are amazing, The restaurant puts a lot of hard work making sure that there is a flavor that they don’t miss. They also have house made vegan sausages for people that want sausage but not one with meat. This place is great for family gatherings, just you and a friend or just by yourself. I recommend coming if you’re looking for a bite to eat.
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Hola Amigos! Are you feeling Eggcellent because I am? If you’re looking for something easy and quick to make at home, you’re in the right place. Today we’re gonna make some Migas. Migas are tacos made with eggs, fried tortilla strips, and whatever veggies you like to add. Migas are traditionally eaten at breakfast time, but hey let’s be honest, breakfast always tastes a little better at night. These are easy to make, impossible to mess up ,and always hit the spot. Well grab your apron, and let’s go!
| Makes 2 tacos Equipment: 1 saute pan 1 spatula 1 cutting board 1 chef’s knife 1 pair of tongs 1 skillet or deep-fryers | Ingredients: 3 Large Eggs 3 Flour Tortillas (1 to cut and fry and 2 to fill with filling) 1 Cup of Shredded cheddar Cheese (as desired) Diced veggies(suggestions onions,tomatoes,jalapeno)(as desired) 2 cups of Canola Oil |
Step 1: Cut 1 tortilla into ½” strips. Small dice vegetables and set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 cups of canola oil in pan on high heat to about 375 degrees F then fry tortilla strips until crispy. Should take about 4-6 minutes.
Step 3: Saute desired veggies and set aside.
Step 4: Scramble eggs partially then add tortilla strips and desired veggies.
Step 5: Once egg mixture is cooked to liking, set aside.
Step 6: Place 2 Whole flour tortillas on warm pan to slightly toast, then add egg mixture and cheese on top.
Step 7: Enjoy!
Malik Burnley
Feeling Cheesy!!! Well look no further, We’re gonna make some of Leek’s Texas cheese fries. Everything you need for these gooey fries is right at home. This is a simple recipe, but it tastes great. For this recipe, I’m going to show you how to make it from common items you would find in your pantry and fridge. You are going to need frozen fries , shredded cheese, jalapenos, green onions ,and, of course, some delicious ranch! This recipe is going to take about 30 minutes , but I promise it is worth the wait. Let’s dive right in!
| Serves 4 Equipment: 1 Cutting board 1 Chef’s knife 1 Saute pan 1 Baking sheet | Ingredients: 1 lb Frozen Fries 16 OZ Shredded Cheese 3 Strips of Bacon 2 Fresh Jalapenos 1 Green Onion Ranch(as desired) |
Step 1: Preheat oven to 450 F.
Step 2: Place frozen fries on sheet pan that is lined aluminum foil, Season the fries with salt and pepper,then place in the oven for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Once fries are partially cooked, place a layer of fries in bottom of an oven safe pan then add cheese and bacon
Step 4: Place in oven on 400 F until cheese has fully melted.This should take about 10-15 minutes.
Step 5: Once cheese has fully melted, remove from oven and add jalapenos, ranch, and green onions.
Step 6: “Serve and enjoy.”
Raul Rios
Tired of not being able to find a restaurant that serves late at night, especially after a few six packs cause your hunger to stack up? This late night breakfast sandwich will help you defeat the hunger and most importantly the hangover of doom. The best part is you should not even have to leave your house for anything, and it takes about 10 minutes! Everything you will need for this tasty recipe are common household groceries and equipment. Let’s get the show on the road!
EQUIPMENT:
Skillet
Spatula
Knife
Tongs
Towel
Plates
Butter knife
Toaster
Cutting Board
Can opener
Ingredients: Servings for 1 Person
2 Slices of your bread of choice
1 Tbsp Mayo
1 Egg
Lettuce (1 layer)
1 Tomato
1 Onion (White or Yellow)
3 Slices of Bacon (I use honey smoked bacon)
1/4 cup of Tuna
4 Slices Swiss Cheese
Hi Guys! Do you have a late night sweet tooth? Are you too lazy to leave the house to satisfy that sweet tooth? Are the sweet spots closed? Well I have a solution for you! The Brownie Cookie Sundae!!!! The Brownie Cookie Sundae will not only satisfy your sweet tooth, it will bless your soul!!!! Down below you will find the ingredients and steps to making this sweet treat! Let’s get started!
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cooking: 35 minutes
Ready in 1hr
Ingredients:
½ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
2 Scoops of ice cream (Vanilla, Chocolate, or Strawberry)
Any Cookie (Chocolate Chip, Oreo, Peanut Butter, or Sugar)
Optional:
Caramel
Chocolate syrup
Whipped Cream
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour an 8-inch square pan.
Step 2: In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter. Remove from heat, and stir in sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat in 1/3 cup cocoa, 1/2 cup flour, salt, and baking powder. Spread batter into prepared pan
Step 3: Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
Step 4: Let Brownies cool for 10 minutes, while waiting to cool crumble cookies.
Step 5: Assemble the Sundae, place the brownie on the bottom, next the ice cream, then the Cookie Crumbles. Add any optional toppings.
Step 6: Take picture of Sundae, post on social media to brag about it, and Enjoy!
Posted By: Mallarie Guillory
Raul Rios
The Brazas Taco House, located on 6801 Airport Blvd, is a very tasteful Tex-Mex restaurant. Their location is an amazing location due to the colleges and schools in the area. It emphasizes the menu in the graphiti. It has all the routes inside the art work which displays the taco routes. The design, which is the restaurant’s name in graffiti, on the outside wall is a bang for customers attention. The restaurant being made out of brick helps the graphiti stand out. Even though it says tacos, there are more options to pick from, so do not worry if you dislike tacos. They have many food items such as tacos, quesadillas, burritos, nachos, and salads.
To begin with, I ordered the kid’s quesadilla and taco 183. The 183 taco contains beef barbacoa and potatoes topped with onion, cilantro, and mixed cheese. The barbacoa was tender and juicy with the right toppings because the onions and cilantro make the brisket flavor bloom. The kid’s quesadillas are normal-sized flour tortillas filled with cheddar cheese and a side of fries. Honestly, for a kid’s meal menu item, it sure does fill you up. The only issue I had with the restaurant is the cooking time. I’ve been a cook long enough to know how long it should take one order of a single taco to cook. It took about fifteen to twenty minutes just to receive my one taco. Now don’t get me wrong, the taco came out tasting great, but like I said before, it should have taken around 5 minutes.
The workers are very nice as well and love to carry conversations with you. I talked with the older gentleman at the register for about ten minutes about my culinary career.
Although, they have sauces ranging from least spicy to spiciest. My favorite salsa they served was named “Capon.” It was one of the least spicy, but it still has a fast kick of heat. On the other hand, “Hulala” had the strongest spiciness with a blast of Hawaiian taste. You will definitely need a drink to take down the heat.
All in all, Brazos Taco House on 6801 Airport Blvd has really good food and service. You might have to wait a few minutes longer than usual, but to me it’s definitely worth the wait. I experienced a really nice restaurant experience.
Midnight Cravings 