Banana Island
1117 N.W. 25th
bananaislandokc
602-1188
This
Malaysian joint rocks a menu featuring coconut milk-based curries and
spicy, delicious fare. Start with the Indian pancake no matter what, and
try the mango salad or pineapple fried rice, which comes in a
hollowed-out pineapple husk.
The Mont
1300 Classen Blvd., Norman
themont.com
329-3330
If
youve never tried this iconic Norman hot spot, make an excuse to do
so. Its open until 2 a.m. daily, so there you go! Try one of the
burgers: the queso burger, made with chili con queso or the garden
burger, a healthier option with herbed mayo.
Joeys Pizzeria
700 W. Sheridan
joeyspizzeriaokc.com
525-8503
Start
with Joeys meatballs, or attempt the sampler platter if youre in the
mood for variety. Cant decide between meatballs and pizza? Then dont!
Joeys meatball pizza will hit the spot. Of course, additional toppings
are available if you want something besides the basics.
Bolero
200 S. Oklahoma
bolerotapasbar.com
602-0652
Whether
you perch yourself indoors or outdoors at this Bricktown tapas bar,
youll enjoy the open atmosphere as well as the upscale, yet relaxed,
cuisine. Even if you arent hungry and dont try anything else, you have
to partake of the golden-fried goat cheese drizzled with honey.
Tapwerks Ale House & Cafe
121 E. Sheridan
tapwerks.com
319-9599
The
place is open late, has an extensive beer list and serves its full menu
until late. What more could you want? Its pub food with a gourmet
twist. The Monte Cristo, a ham and turkey sandwich with mustard on
sourdough, is lightly battered and deep-fried.
Beverlys Pancake Corner
3315 Northwest Expressway
848-5050
Post-last
call, Beverlys is your go-to gal. For more than 80 years, this beloved
pancake house has served up hot coffee, pancakes (duh), a dish called
Chicken in the Rough and a variety of desserts, including pie. The diner
is open 24 hours a day.
Big Truck Tacos
530 N.W. 23rd
bigtrucktacos.com
525-8226
Up
and around for breakfast? Grab The Zig, a potato, spinach, black bean
and avocado concoction that will surely get you hooked on BTT. For
dinner or late-night dinner, try the I-40 Pile Up, your choice of spiced
meat, rice, beans, BTT cheese blend and veggies.
Photos by Shannon Cornman and Mark Hancock