Let’s be honest, OKC isn’t really salad culture—but we do have great options amid all the fried, grilled, braised and cured meats around town. As with most dishes, you can go fully healthy or just pretend you’re eating healthy by indulging in an over-the-top dinner salad. We have a variety for you to choose among […]
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Roll Model
Chefs Richard Ly and Chris McKenna began speaking openly about their concept new concept, Kaizume, about a year ago, and it’s been much anticipated since. Ly, originally from Dallas, was part of the opening teams for concepts like Edmond’s Cafe Icon Sushi & Grill and Hal Smith’s Jimmy B’s Culinary + Krafted before opening his […]
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SpringBoard Effect
Some people dream about opening a restaurant. Robert and Lori Black have built a unique place for themselves by helping would-be business owners answer one question: Will it actually work? While customers may be familiar with the couple’s successful cadre of Edmond businesses, they may not realize that one power couple is behind Evoke, Twisted […]
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The Social Order to Open Dave’s Hot Chicken in Moore This Summer
Oklahoma City-based hospitality group The Social Order announced plans Monday to open a new Dave’s Hot Chicken location in Moore later this summer, replacing its longtime Fuzzy’s Taco Shop franchise near SW 19th Street and I-35. The new restaurant, located at 825 SW 19th St., Suite 13, is expected to open in early August 2026. […]
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Homestyle Cooking
Ying Yukhontron’s first restaurant job was at Los Angeles’s beloved Thai spot Khun Dom, where she served tables and helped out in the kitchen. The Thai immigrant and child of a single mother came to the U.S. at 15. “I was raised by a single mom who was a bartender,” Yukhontron said. “I didn’t get […]
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A New Type of Sports Bar
Before opening Bush League Sports Tavern in Northpark Mall, Jimmy “J” Mays and Chris Kana looked at a cross-section of metro restaurants and, according to Mays, “…realized there is a massive gap where locally owned sports bars are concerned, especially family friendly sports bars.” As Oklahoma City continues to expand its sports offerings, the opportunities […]
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Celebrating Mom
As April showers begin to fade, the pull of patio season settles in with sunny days and cool breezes. That at-home attempt at an omelet turned scrambled eggs does not quite cut it when Oklahoma City is full of enough delicious brunch options to fill the week. With Mother’s Day around the corner, it is […]
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Welcome to Iberia, Oklahoma
Any respectable speakeasy should be discreet, with an entrance hidden in plain sight, preferably around a corner. Such is the case on an otherwise unassuming block of Harvey Ave. on the northeast edge of Midtown. Tucked in between a bakery and a law firm, both good neighbors to have by the way, Later Bye has […]
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Sweet Success: Roxy’s Ice Cream Social Marks 10 Years in OKC’s Plaza District
A decade of sweet treats and neighborhood charm is worth celebrating—and Roxy’s Ice Cream Social is doing just that. The beloved Oklahoma City ice cream shop is marking its 10th anniversary with a month-long celebration this April at its original Plaza District location. Since opening in 2016, Roxy’s has become a go-to destination for families, […]
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Going Meatless
Whether you follow a fully plant-based diet or simply take part in the occasional Meatless Monday, Oklahoma City offers more veggie dining options than you might expect. Even lifelong meat eaters can find vegetarian dishes that rival their traditional counterparts. With Earth Day around the corner, it is the perfect time to consider adding an […]