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the chicken. The cheesy goodness is amped with the flavor of the heat from the Nashville hot sauce and the crunch of the tenders.
Michael Patrick’s also has signature selections and entrees, including the country fried steak, char-grilled ribeye and the pork chop platter. There are also new dishes, like the crawfish Monica and the chicken piccata. Served over a generous helping of linguini, the piccata dish has chicken cutlets in a tasty lemon butter sauce with capers. While not what one expects to find at a sports cafe, this delicious dish helps proves the versatility of a kitchen staff confident in their skills.
And the crawfish Monica is a pasta dish with a Southern cream sauce seasoned with Creole spices. Not only does this have crawfish tails mixed in, but there are fried crawfish tails on top, adding a bit of lagniappe to this Louisiana dish.
Another nod to our neighboring state is found with the Nawlin’s-style red beans and rice, which has sausage lovers smiling big. Indulge in an ample portion of slow-cooked red beans made with traditional spices and loaded with pieces of smoked sausage. There is also a serving of grilled smoked sausage alongside the beans. Rounding out the dish are pieces of fluffy, honey-butter cornbread.
For those seeking a lighter option,
the strawberry chicken salad is a refreshing choice. Made with crisp seasonal greens, fresh strawberries, feta cheese, red onion, and candied walnuts, it is topped with tender slices of char-grilled chicken. A cool balsamic vinaigrette ties everything together, making this salad a perfect pick for summer.
Other salad offerings include
the classic Caesar, chef, the buffalo fried chicken, and the bleu cheese wedge — a delightful dish featuring tomatoes, pickled red onions, bleu cheese crumbles, bacon, a hard-boiled egg and a drizzle of sweet balsamic.
And no matter the meal enjoyed, saving room for dessert is a must. Carrot cake with thick cream cheese icing and the hot fudge brownie topped with vanilla ice cream are made in the Golden Nugget bakery.
The Biscoff cheesecake is a recent addition. Already a guest favorite, it has a silky cheesecake filling that is great in the Biscoff cookie crust — a wonderful way to end any meal.
The cafe offers plenty of seating, with tables positioned perfectly for guests to catch a game or enjoy scenic views of the Gulf. In front, the bar and lounge area brings an energetic vibe — perfect for unwinding. The full bar features a wide selection of beer, wine, and handcrafted specialty cocktails. Happy hour runs
Biscoff cheesecake
Monday through Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m., featuring favorites like the Bulleit Bourbon Old Fashioned and the All- American Lemonade, made with Tito’s vodka and fresh lemonade.
Michael Patrick’s dining room opens daily at 8 a.m., serving breakfast until noon. All-day breakfast favorites include steak and eggs and a build-your-own omelet. The restaurant stays open until 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 10 p.m. on Sunday.
For those on the go, the grill line opens even earlier at 7 a.m. daily, offering the full menu to go. A limited late-night menu is also available from 9 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Sunday — perfect for late-night cravings or a quick bite after hours.
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