As the new year unfolds, many of us embark on ambitious resolutions to lead healthier and more disciplined lives. *Insert record scratch sound.* However, in Cape Girardeau, there are too many great restaurants and bars that might just tempt you to stray from your well-intentioned path. Here’s a lighthearted guide to the best ways to break your resolutions, indulging in Cape’s foodie paradise:

1. Sugar Rush at Sugar Chic Creamery

Start your resolution-breaking journey at Sugar Chic, a cozy ice cream shop known for its delectable flavor options. Ditch your sugar-free commitment and surrender to the sweetness. The chic indulgence will be worth every bite! Now chocolate or vanilla?

2. Carb Heaven at Broussard’s Cajun Cuisine

Bid farewell to your low-carb aspirations at Broussard’s Cajun Cuisine, where the aroma of freshly baked bread and the sight of perfectly seasoned cajun dishes such as crawfish etouffee or shrimp creole will call out to you. Indulge in their authentic Cajun flavors, breaking free from the chains of your carb-conscious resolutions.

3. Cocktail Delight at Top of the Marq

For those who resolved to cut back on alcohol, Top of the Marq will test your willpower with its impressive selection of craft cocktails. The mixologists here are masters at creating enticing concoctions that are impossible to resist, give the Fireside Chat or The Amalfi Coast a try!

4. Fried Feast at Lambert’s Café

Lambert’s Café is known for its “Throwed Rolls” and hearty southern fare. It would be tough to stick to a “no carb” resolution as the crispy delights emerge from the kitchen. Embrace the guilty pleasure of indulging in a fried feast that will have you forgetting your health-conscious goals, even if it’s just for a night.

5. Cheese Lover’s Paradise at Minglewood Brewery

Trying to be dairy-free? Minglewood Brewery’s artisanal cheese plates will prove to be your downfall. The delightful selection of cheeses paired with craft beers will challenge even the most steadfast commitment to a dairy-free lifestyle. Say mac and cheese pizza please and surrender to the irresistible combination!

While resolutions are made with the best intentions, there’s nothing wrong with occasionally indulging in the tempting offerings Cape Girardeau has to offer. So, whether you find yourself dreaming of that extra scoop at Sugar Chic or sipping on a crafted cocktail, remember that breaking resolutions can be a delicious and satisfying part of the journey. After all, Cape Girardeau’s culinary scene is too delish to resist, click here to see even more restaurants!