AllGood Cafe

Turns out, happy hours started in the 1910’s on a boat so the Navy could have a little fun out at sea. Then, during prohibition, folks “pre-gamed” before heading out to dinner and eventually dubbed that Happy Hour themselves. Now cut to today. Lucky for us, our great grandparents were so very thirsty! We’ve added food to ours to take out two birds with one rock. Dinner and drinks? Yes please.

If there’s one thing I obsess over, it’s iced tea. Luckily, there’s a bunch of great batches in town. Like, I’ve always encouraged folks to try the incredible tea at stpetes_dancingmarlin . It’s flavored oh so perfectly and the one to beat in Deep Ellum for sure. Our blend here at the cafe is a classic - bold and strong. Elsewhere in the city, of course, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the pride of the El Vecino Tex Mex menu - their brew is simply a modern marvel. Happy Iced Tea Day everyone! Drink up!

A bittersweet First Thursday Open Mic at the Cafe this week. Come bid Claire best wishes on her next adventures as this will, sadly, be her last week serving and bartending at AllGood. But Greener pastures lay ahead for her and hers. Let’s all celebrate the good times and hoist many a glass to her good fortunes. Bring your songs and instruments. We got the mics and the grub. 7-9ish.

The [Big Matches] are coming to Dallas in a “Global Glass” kinda way. We can’t say the name of the event because it’s trademarked, but let’s just say, it’s a world-class soccer thang. With that in mind, we’re looking for a server/bartender to help us on the adventures throughout and beyond. Ever wondered what it would be like to eat a chicken fried chicken every single day? Now’s your chance. Come by and apply.

In Rochester, NY., they have a dish called the Garbage Plate (pictured 2nd). It’s insane: two burger patties worth of meat with cheese, a macaroni salad, and krinkle cut fries all doused with mustard and ketchup. To eat it is to wonder, “Why!?” In Cincinnati, OH., they love their spaghetti loaded up with a kinda-sweet chili mess topped with two tons of grated cheddar cheese. (Pictured 3rd). It’s an acquired taste. And in Deep Ellum, Texas, we have “The Boracho Biscuit.” It’s kinda like Grandma’s biscuits and gravy but only after your crazy uncle showed up and tossed queso and sausage and pico and jalapeños and avocados all over it. It is pure deliciousness. And on this holiday weekend, it’s the perfect cure for what ails.

I’ve been tailgating all night long, because it’s “World Paloma Day!” Yeah! It’s finally here for all of us to celebrate. We’ve been waiting weeks, putting in the training. You might be thinking, “Well, Johnny, today’s a thirsty day like any other - six on one, half on the other.” True, Jethro. But today is special because someone on the internet said it was an “official food and drink holiday.” So - Come drink a Paloma or a few today with tequila or mezcal. Then warsh it down with some classic Hank Williams music tonight with this world-class band. deeringmilo , scarlettlovescats , and Rick Babb play the hits from 7 or so until 9 or so. Happy Hour is from 4-8!

I could look at chicken fried steaks and chickens all day every day. Just look at this thang. Hot and golden. It’s saying, “Ay there, you. Whatcha doin’? Why don’t ya take a lil’ bite, hmm?” I’m not playing with my food, Mom. I’m hanging out with it. Risner means business tonight. He writes songs that are reallll good and sings all purty like. Do yous a favor and come out. You’ll be glad you did.