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Where to grab 10 late-night meals in Fort Worth

Sometimes you get the munchies late at night, so we’re helping out with a list of spots that stay open late around Cowtown.

Photo of birria quesadillas with dips on a blue plate next to a margarita.

Enjoy spicy Mexican dishes until last call.

Photo by @pacosftw

We’ve all been there. You’re leaving a late-night show or wrapping up a night on the town, and the midnight munchies hit. But it seems like the lights are off and the grills are cold at all your favorite Fort Worth restaurants.

Well, that’s not quite true — because there are definitely joints that cater to nighttime eaters with late-night meals of everything from pizza to burgers to tacos. So save this list for the next time you’ve got an after-hours craving.

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We can already smell the syrup.

Eclectic eats

Ol’ South Pancake House, University | Want a stack of fluffy pancakes or a hearty serving of chicken fried steak and eggs at 3 a.m.? This 24/7 diner has you covered.

Rogers Roundhouse, University | Kick back on the patio and munch on fried pickles and a wagyu beef Frog Dog while watching those late West Coast games.

Paco’s Mexican Cuisine, Downtown + Magnolia |
Indulge in a cheesy birria quesadilla or a Milanesa torta — a breaded steak sandwich on a warm bakery bun served with papas fritas — until 2 a.m. Thursday-Saturday.

Second Rodeo Brewing, Stockyards | Who says a Philly cheesesteak or chicken and waffles-flavored wings can’t be a night cap?

Classic bar bites

Nickel City, South Main | The neighborhood dive bar serves craft cocktails, burgers, and “wings and things” every day until 2 a.m.

Fat Shack, TCU | Munch on “late night done right” snacks like mozzarella sticks, wings, and loaded sandwiches.

Flip’s Patio Grill, Blue Mound | This reader-recommended spot serves wings, burgers, salads, and more until 2 a.m. daily.

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Yes, I will eat this all myself, thank you.

Photo by @_forktomouth

Nice slices

Buffalo Bros, Dowtown + TCU | The sports bar serves cold beer, hot wings, and pizza by the slice until 2 a.m. daily.

Topper’s Pizza, TCU | Chow down on cheesy slices, nine types of ‘stix, garlic knots, and plant-based pizzas until 3 a.m.

Son of a Baker Pizza, Downtown | Kick back with a slice and a cocktail on the rooftop of The Archibald Bar while you people watch until 2 a.m. on Fridays + Saturdays.

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