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 […]
etouffee
Posted inFood & Drink
Seafood staple
Pearl’s Oyster Bar5641 N. Classen Blvd. pearlsokc.com 405-848-8008 What works:Crawfish étouffée had plenty of spice and depth of seafood flavor. What needs work:The seared tuna was not prepared correctly. Tip:Lunch service is faster than most counter-service restaurants. Since moving to Oklahoma City from Mississippi last year, I’ve been on a quest to find a great […]
Posted inFood & Drink
Okie Cajun
Cajun Corner 9200 N. Council Road, Suite A cajuncornerokc.com 405-792-2588 What works: Fresh oyster on the po’boy is expertly fried and spicy coleslaw stands out.. What needs work: The étouffeé needs bread to complement the dish. Tip: The draft beer is only $3. The children of Vietnamese refugees, Nam and Rick Nguyen were born in […]