Café Cuvée 1200 N. Walker Ave. cafecuvee.com 405-898-8120 What works: It delivers both contemporary and classic French-inspired dishes like cornbread and hazlenut-crusted salmon. What needs work: The Brussels sprouts were a little bland and could have benefitted from texture. Tip: Don’t forget about breakfast and brunch service. On the bottom floor of the Ambassador Hotel, […]
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Food Issue: Breaking the mold
Black Walnut 100 NE Fourth St. 405-445-6273 blackwalnutokc.com 405-228-8386 What works: The branzino has cripsy skin and delicate balance of flavor between saffron couscous and lobster broth. What needs work: The pappardelle was overcooked and drowning in sauce. Tip: The pappardelle was overcooked and drowning in sauce. Sandwiched between his two other restaurants, Chef Andrew […]
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Pioneering pies
Heifers & Hens Restaurant and Bakery 2219 W. Interstate 240 Service Road 405-900-5245 What works:The pies make it a destination while fresh food like fries and burgers make it a return visit. What needs work:The combination of macaroni and cheese with chicken in a taco didn’t hit the mark. Tip:Heifers & Hens offers beer on […]
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Gogi expansion
Gogi Go! 1324 N. Walker Ave. gogigo.co 405-778-8524 What works: Offerings are fresh and flavorful, and the ordering process is quick. What needs work: Signature bowl items are listed on the website but not in the store. Tip:You can order half orders of base items, like both rice and japchae. Gogi Go! first brought its […]
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Ron’s special
Ron’s Hamburgers & Chili 4723 N. May Ave. ronsburgersandchili.com 405-286-9172 What works: The hand-cut fries are a treat while the classic chili is a meat-lover’s paradise. What needs work: The texture on the sausage burger is more lean than a regular burger. Tip: Root beer is served in a frosted mug. In a state rich […]
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Destination burrito
Tacos Don Nacho 3721 S. Council Road 405-745-2550 What works:The Taco Rico plate is tasty and one of the best burritos in the city. What needs work:More salsa was needed for the meal. Tip:Burritos are served with meat, beans, onions, cilantro and salsa. I passed the third warehouse in a row, and I could only […]
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Morning evolution
Stitch 835 W. Sheridan Ave., Suite 100 stitchokc.com 405-228-8386 What works: Both proteins — steak and chicken — were flavorful and juicy. What needs work: The chile miso sauce didn’t have much miso flavor. Tip: Look for the addition of all-day breakfast in 2020. From the ashes of the Okay Yeah Co. Coffee & Eatery […]
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Thai expansion
Lotus Thai 1133 NW 25th St. facebook.com/lotusthairest 405-225-1287 What works: The Thai basil sauce is superb and service is speedy. What needs work: There is too much raw red onion in the garden salad. Tip: The lunch menu includes an entree, drink and spring roll for under $10, tax included. There are about 20 restaurants […]
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Ramen service
Tamashii Ramen House 132 E. Fifth St., Edmond tamashiiokc.com 405-920-8234 What works:Tamashii’s chasu pork belly is delicate and crispy. What needs work:The Japanese curry needs more punch. Tip:Read the menu before you arrive. In 2015, when Wakana and Matt Sebacher made the decision to open Tamashii Ramen House in Midtown without experience in the restaurant […]
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Keeping it simple
The Lokal Yukon 10 W. Main St., Suite 165, Yukon thelokalyukon.com 405-494-9870 What works:The bacon-wrapped bison meatloaf is crispy and juicy. What needs work:There are not many options for vegeterians. Tip:Save room for dessert. For someone who lives in the heart of Oklahoma City, trips out to Yukon only happen a few times a year. […]