Ned’s Starlite Lounge 7301 N. May Ave. nedsstarlitelounge.com 405-242-6100 What works: The chicken-fried steak is tender, and the shrimp and grits are creamy. What needs work: The pork belly needs more caramelizing. Tip:The unique veggie burger patty is also offered on Ned’s Benedict. Even though the interior looks like a snapshot of a lounge from […]
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Salvadoran specialty
El Majahual 3301 SW 29th St. 405-602-2661 What works: Pupusasas and horchata are some of the best in the city.. What needs work: The carne asada is tasty but tough. Tip:Weekend soup sells out by 12:30 p.m. SW 29th Street has Oklahoma City’s highest concentration of taquerias, both of the brick-and-mortar and taco truck variety, […]
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Nichols perspective
En Croûte 6460 Avondale Drive encrouteokc.com 405-607-6100 405-228-8386 What works: Omelets and seafood cioppino are great while beef bourguignon is the best deal. What needs work: The chicken is oversalted, which is better than the alternative. Tip: Check out half-priced cheese plates on Monday. The joint kitchen is where sister restaurants En Croûte and St. […]
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Midtown move
Ludivine 320 NW 10th St. ludivineokc.com 405-778-6800 What works: Ora King salmon and all things chimichurri highlight the confluence of salt, acid and fat. What needs work: The pesto lagged behind other pasta preparations. Tip:Check out the Monday lunch burger deal. The biggest challenge for Ludivine owner and chef Russ Johnson as he moved the […]
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Memorial Mediterranean
Hummus Mediterranean Cafe 3000 W. Memorial Road, Suite 101 hummusmediterraneancafe.com 405-216-5468 What works: The hummus is smooth and flavorful, and the rice is the star of the platter. What needs work: The steak is slightly overcooked. Tip:Try the muhammara. Using a menu item in the name of a restaurant is either an act of extreme […]
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Breakfast breakout
Neighborhood JA.M. 15124 Lleytons Court thatsmyjamok.com 405-242-4161 What works: The hash browns are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. What needs work: Be prepared to wait on the weekend. Tip: Check out the weekly pancake specials. Lines out the door on a weekend can be a common sight, especially at some of […]
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Pueblo hospitality
Every time I drive past the new Paseo Arts District development that is Pueblo at Paseo, the white New Mexico-inspired complex that is the neighborhood’s first construction in decades, I can’t help but notice the a crowd inside OSO on Paseo, 603 NW 28th St. In the development that also includes two other good restaurants: […]
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Concession additions
Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark 2 S. Mickey Mantle Drive milb.com/oklahoma-city 405-218-1000 What works: COOP Ale Works mustard on the bratwurst and tomato sauce on the mac and cheese pizza. What needs work: The taco dog is tasty, but it fell apart. Tip: Be on the lookout for homestand specials and offerings at Cielo Azul games. Even […]
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Louisiana love
Brielle’s Bistro 9205 NE 23rd St., Midwest City briellesbistro.com 405-259-8473 What works: The meatloaf is moist in the center and crispy on the exterior. What needs work: The étouffée is tasty but leaves peppers and onions chopped. Tip:It serves breakfast all day. Even some of the nicest restaurants in town can deliver technically correct but […]
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Naan rising
Naan Cuisine of India 12215 N. Pennsylvania Ave. naancuisine.com.com 405-752-5283 What works:South Indian entrees and the kerala paratha are very good. What needs work:The papadums were slightly bitter. Tip:It closes between 3 and 5 p.m. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Naan Cuisine of India has been reborn at the former Ajanta Cuisine of […]