For
those living on the TSC campus, the Fat Shack will satisfy your late
night cravings. For example, the Fat Doobie is a chicken tenders
sandwich topped with onion rings, mozzarella sticks, French fries and
honey mustard.
Tom
Armenti founded the Fat Shack in 2010 to provide his college and the
surrounding area with food options late into the night. The first Fat
Shack opened in Denver in 2015. Since that time, it’s opened 13
locations; the TCU location will be number 14.
The
Texas locations – Denton and College Station – appeal to students
who need to satisfy their appetites.
Darius
Spain, a sophomore at the University of North Texas in Denton, said
that he enjoys going to Fat Shack because it’s different from other
restaurants, as it offers a laid-back environment.
This is exactly what Armenti had in mind when he came up with the Fat Shack idea while also ensuring great customer service.
Fort
Worth Fat Shack owners Taylor Jerrell and Ronnie Davis said Fat Shack
is widely known for its difference. He said the sandwiches have a
layer of fries and other deep-fried foods. He said the burgers and
Philly’s tend to be the most asked for foods, as they can be
customized with any topping or fried item.
For
those who don’t want a sandwich, the deep fried items can be a side
item.
Of
course, Fat Shack is more than just burgers, Philly’s and
sandwiches. They also offer drinks, milkshakes and a full bar. They
also have desserts such as the deep-fried Oreos or Rice Krispies
treat. For those really adventurous folks, Fat Shack employees can
deep fry any dessert that customers bring in.
According
to Cambrie Hoomanawanui, a TCU student, Fat Shack doesn’t carry the
traditional foods on the menu – more like fair food.
Fat
Shack is the spot for students to give in to their guilty pleasures…
whatever it may be.
The
Fort Worth Fat Shack has its own sandwich – Fat Frog – which
includes chicken tenders, fries, bacon, eggs, ketchup and mayonnaise.
It’s named for the TCU horned frog. Fat Shack will stay open until
1 a.m. on weeknights and 3 a.m. on weekends. They will also offer
takeout and delivery via a third-party service such as DoorDash,
UberEats, etc.
Fat Shack is set to open anywhere from May 7 to May 15 and will be featured on the Shark Tank series May 12 8 p.m.
