McClintock Saloon & Chop House 2227 Exchange Ave. mcclintocksaloon.com 405-232-0151 What works: The fresh sauce with shrimp cocktail and gravy with chicken-fried steak are highlights. What needs work: The steak is cooked to-order but benefits from sauce additions. Tip: Don’t ring the bell unless you’re in a giving mood. The 50-foot solid oak bar underneath […]
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Starlite surprise
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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Motherly influence
Mother’s Day 2017 was a difficult day for the Kahoe family, as the matriarch Carol died, but by Mother’s Day 2018, her son Brian and husband Jim Kahoe were hosting a packed house at a Norman restaurant named in her honor. Carol’s Kitchen opened in early March at 2620 Classen Blvd. in Norman with a […]
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Going on 30 years, Jimmy’s Round-Up Cafe attracts crowds with customer service
The familiar voice of Jimmy Collins bellowing, “Welcome to Jimmy’s! How are you doing?” is part of the reason Jimmy’s Round-Up Cafe & Fried Pies has become a southside institution while attracting customers across the region for giant yeast rolls and fresh country cooking. Every customer who walks through the door at 1301 SW 59th […]
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Del Rancho’s Steak Sandwich Supreme is an Oklahoma icon, but how does it stack up against contenders?
Del Rancho’s Steak Sandwich Supreme is an Oklahoma icon, but how does it stack up against contenders?
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After more than 60 years, Florence’s Restaurant keeps drawing in new diners to northeast Oklahoma City
Florence’s has garnered a lot of word-of-mouth praise, including from rapper Kanye West.
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Sunnyside Diner improves decades-old concept
Attention to detail makes all the difference in the dishes at Sunnyside Diner.
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We also selected this roundup of fun and unusual roadside attractions, eateries, venues, museums and more that will pique any day-tripper’s curiosity while learning more about our state history and the highway that connects America.
We also selected this roundup of fun and unusual roadside attractions, eateries, venues, museums and more that will pique any day-tripper’s curiosity while learning more about our state history and the highway that connects America.
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Food Briefs: Cafe 501, Thomas’ Breakfast Battle, Legacy Grill and more
Starting Sept. 12, local mobile cuisine lovers can test out a recipe created by Parking Lot Party (PLP) Food Truck as part of the Thomas’ Breakfast Battle.
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The Meat Market Refectory heaps its food with attention and care
The Meat Market Refectory offers prime cuts and overly excellent service.