In The Early Hours

If you ever pass this place
the worse for wear
don't assume
you can get food there.

It is lit up but the door
is locked. And even if
you press your hungry face
against the glass

the waiters, who are
clearing up, will ignore
your glare. They've seen
many staring starving drunks before

who, like you, fail to comprehend
the restaurant's closed. Go home.
Make a brew. Cook something easy.
Beans on toast should do.