http://www.okgazette.com/oklahoma/articles.sec-113-1-restaurant-reviews.html Classen Grill
5124 N. Classen Boulevard
842-0428

What works: chicken-fried steak, orange juice, atmosphere
What needs work: Customers can occasionally get lost in a bustling weekend breakfast service.
Tips: Your entire party needs to be present to be seated.

]]> Papa Angelo's
3921 N. College, Bethany
papaangelospizza.com
491-6767

What works: great crust, fun atmosphere
What needs work: Pasta dishes may require added seasoning.
Tips: It delivers, but if you’re out of its area, call ahead for your takeout or risk a lengthy wait.]]> Los Vaqueros Mexican Restaurant
1316 N. Interstate Drive, Norman
310-3910

What worked: jovial staff serving generous meals
What needs work: Please refrain from spraying cleanser on the dining room tables during hours of operation.    
The Tip: Above-average Tex-Mex food, generally with some superior dishes.       
]]> Shawarma Vite
1129 Elm, Norman
shawarmavite.com
569-0879

What works: hot food served fast
What needs work: It can be a little hard to find if you aren’t familiar with the area.
Tips: Orders can be made to go.]]> Basil Mediterranean Cafe
6620 E. Reno, Midwest City
basilmediterraneanrestaurant.com
736-0500

What Works: Basil has plenty of options to choose from, including quite a few vegetarian dishes.
What Needs Work: Although the menu offers plenty of options, most are typical Mediterranean dishes. The menu could benefit from some more unique items.
The Tip: Affordable and fresh food makes Basil a great spot for Mediterranean cuisine.
]]> Kitchen No. 324
324 N. Robinson
kitchen324.com
763-5911

What works: open-faced toast, braised short rib, pretty much everything else
What needs work: It can be very busy at practically any time.
Tips: Bring quarters for parking. Try not to shove your butt in anybody’s face getting in and out of the booths.]]> Chalo’s Tacos
5029 N. Rockwell, Bethany
440-2984

What works: Burritos, tamales and goat birria. And so affordable!
What needs work: The beef and tongue are a bit dry.
Tips: Be sure to get the green salsa.

]]> Pupuseria El Buen Gusto
2336 S.W. 29th
636-1399

What works: the pupusas, all for an unbelievable low price
What needs work: It’s cash only, so a card reader would be nice. Unless you speak Spanish, sometimes communication can be difficult.
Tips: three words — horchata, horchata, horchata]]> Legend’s Restaurant
1313 W. Lindsey, Norman
legendsrestaurant.com
329-8888

What worked: Possibly the best upscale joint in Norman.
What needs work: The dining room is a bit cramped and cluttered with bric-a-brac.    
The Tip: Good food and fancy atmosphere that manages to avoid pretension.                               
]]> The Mule
1630 N. Blackwelder
themuleokc.com
601-1400

What works: sandwiches with great flavors, excellent spot to hang out
What needs work: Parking can be a pain, but that’s what happens when a place is popular.
Tips: The Monte Cristo is a dessert worth the calories.

]]> Tim’s Drive Inn
5037 N. MacArthur Blvd., Warr Acres
789-5410

What works: Indian tacos, of course
What needs work: cash only, no debit or credit cards
Tips: Order one of their “special” Dr. Peppers.]]> Humble Pie Authentic Chicago Style Pizza
1319 S. Broadway, Edmond
humblepieok.com
715-1818

What works: Try a shandy. The lemonade is housemade. It’s a great drink.
What needs work: It definitely needs a bigger dining room.
Tips: It’s closed on Monday and crazy busy on weekends.

]]> Stella Modern Italian Cuisine
1201 N. Walker
stellaokc.com
235-2200

What works: fancy Italian cuisine, tasty pizza combinations
What needs work: Service can be spotty.
Tips: Reservations are not mandatory, but they are helpful.

]]> Penny Hill Deli & Subs
1424 W. Lindsey, Norman
phdeli.com
217-8339

What worked: In-house preparation of key ingredients makes for incredibly good food.
What needs work: Don’t keep cookies and other desserts a secret. The eatery hides them behind the counter for special customers or something.   
The Tip: so much better than national chain sub shops          
]]> Green & Grilled
8547 N. Rockwell
greenandgrilled.com
563-2605

What works: pork and chicken entrees, spinach rice and bacon spinach salad.
What needs work: A little more salt would be nice, but you can add that yourself.
Tips: You can email your order in, but remember to call and confirm. Great for take-out.]]> The Lobby Cafe & Bar
4322 N. Western
604-4650
willrogerslobbybar.com


What works: great service, interesting dishes, excellent atmosphere
What needs work: Prices can be a little high for the amount of food.
Tips: Park in the back, where there’s lots of room.

]]> The Sushi Bar
1201 N.W.178th, Edmond
thesushibar.com
285-8484

What works: Hamachi Kama and All ’Bout Tuna are tasty.
What needs work: slow service, noisy dining room, some overly complicated rolls
Tips: Call ahead if you think it might be busy. Consider sitting at the bar.

]]> Italian Jim’s Restaurant
13 S. Broadway, Edmond
italianjims.net
285-8800

What works: eggplant ratatouille and lasagna
What needs work: fettuccine Alfredo sauce
Tips: Reservations of eight or more are accepted. If possible, ask to sit in the dining area that overlooks the glass studio.
]]> Nic's Grill
1201 N. Pennsylvania
524-0999

What works: The food. Seriously. It’s uniformly good.
What needs work: Specials ought to last a little longer than just before noon.
Tips: Nic’s is cash only. If you go without cash, don't go without cash.]]> Victoria’s Pasta Shop
327 White, Norman
329-0377

What worked: small menu that’s been perfected over years
What needs work: Toss some chopped fresh parsley on top of all that cheese. 
Tip: Cheese on pasta is good.   
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