This list is full of my favorite casual spots, easy takeout options, and go-to products that make weeknight meals simple but satisfying.
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Take out and simple sit down favorites
Meal Prep & Heat-and-Eat Options
Frozen Favorites
Target Food Finds
Take out and simple sit down favorites
My “lazy-night” lifesavers! Spots where the food is good, affordable and arrives fast. All of them are family friendly!
Delicious rolls, fast service for take-out and affordable
Texas Roadhouse
Grub-hub is our go-to delivery service! With my amazon prime service, I get it free which makes it even better
Grubhub
The BEST pizza in the BCS area!
RX Pizza & Bar - Downtown Bryan
One of my favorite fast chinese options!
Panda Express
Who doesn't love chick fil a?
Chick-fil-A
We love how they have the take home meals for much cheaper!
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Our favorites are the monte-cristo, salmon, pasta, and chicken fried steak!
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Wings you can count on to be good!
Buffalo Wild Wings
Early dining options make it affordable and tasty!
Saltgrass Steak House
The best sushi! We love that it has options for people who do not like sushi too
Yummi Yummi Mongolian Grill & Sushi - Takeaway food - College Station ...
I highly suggest getting the pizza logs!
Anchor Bar
We love the beans they serve at the table!
Lupe Tortilla Mexican Restaurant
I love that we can eat out and still eat healthy!
Original ChopShop
Maria Mia’s hits the spot every time. Their fajitas are my absolute favorite—sizzling, perfectly seasoned, and packed with fresh ingredients. Great for casual weeknight dinners, takeout, or a relaxed sit-down meal with friends. Quick, tasty, and alwa...
Maria Mia Tex-Mex Cantina
If comfort food is calling, LongHorn Tavern delivers every time. Their chicken fried steak is my go-to—crispy, perfectly seasoned, and downright delicious. Perfect for a casual weeknight dinner, hearty takeout, or a relaxed meal with friends. Always ...
Longhorn Tavern Steakhouse
If you love hearty, flavorful BBQ, C&J BBQ is a must-try. Their loaded potato with brisket is my favorite—tender, smoky brisket piled high on a perfectly baked potato with all the fixings. Great for casual weeknight takeout or a comforting dinner...
C&J Barbeque
Meal Prep & Heat-and-Eat Options
Busy weeknights don’t have to mean skipping a good meal. These prepped and ready-to-heat options make dinner effortless
I LOVE that they offer fresh meal kits or fully prepared meals.
Home Chef
One of the most delicious meal services we have tried
Factor
I love their budget friendly meal kits
Dinnerly
Requires a little extra work but still simple to follow
EveryPlate
Delicious take and bake alfredo!
Kirkland Signature Chicken Alfredo With Penne Pasta
one of our go tos!
Great Value Family Size Cheese Tortellini, Pasta, 36 oz Bag (Frozen)
AMAZING for a frozen meal
Stouffer’s Grandma’s Chicken and Vegetable Rice Bake, Easy Large Family Size Frozen Meals 55 oz
These loaded potatoes are delicious and easy to just pop in the oven
These frozen favorites are convenient, tasty, and ready in minutes—perfect for nights when you want something hearty without the prep. From classic comfort foods to fresh, flavorful meals, they make dinner effortless.
Innovative twist on classic lasagna, perfect for sharing with loved ones
Take Home Tonight Chicken Enchilada Bake, Family Size, 38 oz, Refrigerated
We keep our freezer stocked with these because they are good when we need a quick meal
Stouffer’s Chicken Enchiladas, Family Size, Frozen Enchiladas, Family Size Frozen Meals 30 oz
We pair it with bob evans instant potatoes for a quick and easy meal
Banquet Family Size Salisbury Steaks and Brown Gravy, Frozen Meal, 27 oz.
Surprisingly easy and tasty
P.F. Chang's Home Menu Orange Chicken Skillet Meal, Frozen Dinner, 22 oz.
This is surprisingly good!
Great Value Stuffed Shells Pasta, 32 oz
Tender white meat chicken, white rice and pineapple with red and green bell peppers in a delicious teriyaki sauce
bettergoods Pineapple Chicken & Rice Skillet Meal, 22 oz (Frozen)
Honestly we bought it because we love yellowstone and it did not let us down
Yellowstone Rip's Ranch Hand Beef and Cheese Pasta Bake Frozen Food Meal, 14 oz (Frozen)
This is outside of my usual but I like it
Stouffer’s Chili Cornbread Bake, Family Size, Frozen Entree, Easy Family Frozen Entrees 30 oz
Target Food Finds
If you’re looking for easy weeknight solutions, Target is full of hidden gems. From frozen meals to ready-to-eat snacks, everything feels convenient without sacrificing flavor.
