If you’re familiar with the area near NW 16th Street and Drexel Boulevard, you’ve probably seen the little Guatemalan grocery store, Tienda Guatelinda, that’s been tucked in there for two decades. Púchica Muchá Que Rico shares some DNA with the store. Its co-owner, Andy de León, is the son of Pia de León, the longtime […]
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Love, Antigua
Café Antigua 1903 N. Classen Blvd. cafeantiguaok.com 405-602-8984 What works:Breakfast is always absolutely on point. What needs work:The coffee bar can get very behind on orders, meaning sometimes you are well into your meal before your drink arrives. Tip: Use Yelp’s Waitlist feature to snag a place in the line; no physical waiting required. Drive […]
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Reservations recommended
Kitchen No. 324 is more than a pancake. I know that’s true, yet after a recent visit, the pancake takes up so much space in my brain — much as it does a dinner plate. It’s hard not to think of this perfect pancake as an edible mission statement: “Do one thing. Do it exceptionally […]
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Breakfast and brunch
Hatch Early Mood Food multiple locations hatchearlymoodfood.com Get your Hatch fix at one of six locations across Oklahoma, including the Will Rogers International Airport. Hatch offers familiar breakfast and brunch dishes from steak and eggs to strawberry arugula salad, omelettes and sandwiches. Its full-service bar options include coffee cocktails, mimosas for the table, mocktails and […]
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The sequel
Kari and Eric Starkey bought LEAP Coffee Roasters in 2016 and quickly turned the small-batch roastery known for its exceptional coffee into one that also supports the local arts community. When they announced in February that they were passing the torch to new owners, I knew there was more to the story. Over a cup […]
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City cocktails
Congratulations! If you’re reading this, you survived February’s frozen hellscape, and with any luck, March will be politely temperate. It’s unclear what else 2025 will throw at us, but just three incredibly long months in, at least one thing’s for certain: You deserve a drink. In a city like ours, you’ve got your pick of […]
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Speaking easy
Tucked away behind unmarked doors, hidden inside restaurants or just otherwise elusive, these sneaky bars bring a touch of Prohibition-era mystery to the prairie. Whether you’re searching for cocktail culture, an intimate setting or a unique spot for a night out with friends, we’ve got the codeword. Lunar Lounge 1114 Classen Drive lunarloungeokc.com For those […]
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Fresh Italian
Elisabetta Fine Italian & Wine 7300 N. Western Ave. elisabettaokc.com (405) 849-9281 What works:The risotto Milanese is perfect. What needs work:The pasta was slightly too al dente. Tip: Order the ice cream; it’s more intricate than the menu makes it seem. Publisher Kimberly Walker and I received the invitation to attend the soft opening of […]
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Rockin’ green
Get ready for St. Patrick’s Day with the best events in OKC! From epic street parties to bar crawls and festivals, the city has it all. Grab your crew, wear your best green, and dive into the celebrations—you won’t want to miss this weekend! Stockyards City St. Patrick’s Parade Stockyards City 2303 Exchange Ave. Get […]
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Metro mocktails
Local establishments have expanded their drink menus to accommodate a wider demographic, so if you’ve extended your Dry January into a Sober Spring (or you have other reasons you’re not currently imbibing), check out one of these local mocktails. Vices Bar and Venue 1701 State Highway 66, El Reno facebook.com/vicesbar (405) 295-6426 Bailey’s Drink with strawberry puree […]