Since opening Social Deck + Dining in the former Chae Modern Korean space, 1933 NW 23rd St., last December, owners Jordan and Jamie Winteroth are still very much in the perilous first year of a restaurant. Under the headline “No, most restaurants don’t fail in the first year,” Forbes did its best in a 2017 […]
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Nuevo Huevo
Hal Smith Restaurants has hit its stride with breakfast concepts. First, Neighborhood JA.M. became a breakout in north Oklahoma City and Norman — with a third location under construction in Midtown — and now, El Huevo Mexi-Diner in Norman is strengthening its early morning and lunch offerings. Located at 3522 24th Ave NW, just off […]
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Plant-powered
S&B’s Burger Joint 5929 N. May Ave. sandbburgers.com 405-843-8777 What works:The plant-based milkshake and chicken burger would fool unsuspecting diners. What needs work:The regular veggie patty did not hold together well, and the guacamole was under-seasoned. Tip:Only the S&B’s location at 59th Street and May Avenue offers the full plant-based menu. The introduction of a […]
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Craft pizzeria
Birra Birra Craft Pizzeria 1316 W. Memorial Road, Suite 102 birrabirrapizzeria.com 405-607-0060 What works:The servers are prompt and knowledgeable, and the pizza ingredients are high quality. What needs work:The cheese bread was only slightly warm under melted cheese. Tip:Do not be afraid to ask your server about cocktail and drink pairings. Earlier this month, a […]
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Surprise tacos
Perez Truck Mexican Restaurant 2416 NW 23rd St. facebook.com/pereztruckmexicanrestaurant1 405-889-1314 What works: The verde sauce for enchiladas packs a punch, and the al pastor is flavorful and spit-roasted. What needs work: The choriqueso became a solidified mass. Tip: Find parking behind the building. For Oklahoma Gazette’s annual summer guide, I set out on the delicious […]
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Comfort Orchard
Olde Orchard Restaurant 7339 NW 23rd St., Bethany 405-787-3332 What works: Service is quick and friendly and everything is made from scratch. What needs work: Don’t mess with tradition. Tip: Save room for dessert. In honor of our issue that releases the week of the country’s celebration of independence, I wanted to find a restaurant […]
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Honduran grill
Fonda K-Tracha 3001 N. May Ave. facebook.com/fondaktracha 405-673-7678 What works: Chimichurri on grilled pork chops is a hearty meal. What needs work: The black beans need more flavor. Tip: Don’t sleep on a breakfast order for dinner. When I drive down May Avenue, just past Northwest Classen High School, the restaurant Fonda K-Tracha, 3001 N. […]
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Corporate rebrand
Schlotzsky’s Austin Eatery 3323 Northwest Expressway schlotzskys.com 405-842-3066 What works: Its signature sourdough bread remains great both as a sandwich and as a pizza crust. What needs work:Sweet Hawaiian rolls on sliders feel out of place for an Austin rebrand. Tip: The macaroni and cheese is good, but the sauce is more like an Alfredo. […]
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Anytime brunch
Chae Cafe & Eatery 7300 N. Western Ave. facebook.com/chaeokc 405-840-7725 What works: The short rib Benedict and poke are distinct and delicious. What needs work: The menu says multiple waffles, but only one came with the order. Tip: Order extra dressing with the ramen salad The proliferation of social media and millennials hitting their post-grad […]