Southwest Austin | Dripping Springs - December 2024

Dining

BY SARAH HERNANDEZ

Co-owners and founders Tony Ciola and Creed Ford said Mighty Fine oers fresh, quality, made-to-order meals.

Mighty Fine’s classic burgers ($8.99) have patties that are formed by hand daily from Creekstone Farms Premium Angus Beef.

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Austin-based Mighty Fine serves up ‘Texas hospitality’

Lake Travis High School graduates Tony Ciola (left) and Creed Ford bought Mighty Fine in 2021. The brand is now part of their restaurant group Tc4 & Co.

added chicken tenders. Patties are hand-formed with Creekstone Farms Premium Angus Beef, toppings are hand-cut, chicken tenders are hand-battered and French fries are homemade. “It’d be a lot easier to go get a frozen patty and go throw it on a at top and serve it, but that’s not who we are,” Ford said. “We’re passionate about what we serve and what we do on a daily basis.” Mighty Fine locations don’t have drive-thrus, something Ciola and Ford said encourages guests to sit and appreciate a good meal. “We really want people to get out of the car, stretch your legs, bring your friend in, come sit down here, enjoy some Texas hospitality and enjoy top-notch ingredients,” Ford said.

Tony Ciola and Creed Ford, co-owners and founders of restaurant group Tc4 & Co., took over ownership of Mighty Fine Burgers, Fries & Shakes in 2021—a then 14-year-old brand—to continue sprouting family-friendly eateries in suburban neighborhoods. “Having grown up here ... you’re gonna under- stand why these areas are so popular and why so many people are moving there,” Ciola said. “But also understand there’s no restaurants there yet, so there’s an opportunity for what Creed and I do with our brands.” What’s on the menu Mighty Fine serves made-to-order burgers, fries, shakes, sandwiches, hot dogs and newly

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