Ron’s Hamburgers & Chili 4723 N. May Ave. ronsburgersandchili.com 405-286-9172 What works: The hand-cut fries are a treat while the classic chili is a meat-lover’s paradise. What needs work: The texture on the sausage burger is more lean than a regular burger. Tip: Root beer is served in a frosted mug. In a state rich […]
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Destination burrito
Tacos Don Nacho 3721 S. Council Road 405-745-2550 What works:The Taco Rico plate is tasty and one of the best burritos in the city. What needs work:More salsa was needed for the meal. Tip:Burritos are served with meat, beans, onions, cilantro and salsa. I passed the third warehouse in a row, and I could only […]
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Thai expansion
Lotus Thai 1133 NW 25th St. facebook.com/lotusthairest 405-225-1287 What works: The Thai basil sauce is superb and service is speedy. What needs work: There is too much raw red onion in the garden salad. Tip: The lunch menu includes an entree, drink and spring roll for under $10, tax included. There are about 20 restaurants […]
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Ramen service
Tamashii Ramen House 132 E. Fifth St., Edmond tamashiiokc.com 405-920-8234 What works:Tamashii’s chasu pork belly is delicate and crispy. What needs work:The Japanese curry needs more punch. Tip:Read the menu before you arrive. In 2015, when Wakana and Matt Sebacher made the decision to open Tamashii Ramen House in Midtown without experience in the restaurant […]
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Keeping it simple
The Lokal Yukon 10 W. Main St., Suite 165, Yukon thelokalyukon.com 405-494-9870 What works:The bacon-wrapped bison meatloaf is crispy and juicy. What needs work:There are not many options for vegeterians. Tip:Save room for dessert. For someone who lives in the heart of Oklahoma City, trips out to Yukon only happen a few times a year. […]
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Bellini’s rises
Bellini’s Ristorante & Grill 6305 Waterford Blvd., Suite 100 bellinisristorantegrill.com 405-848-1065 What works:The meatballs are tender and the lobster bisque is a balance of cream and seafood stock. What needs work:The bread on the sandwich got a little soggy. Tip:Its patio makes for a perfect brunch destination. Over three decades, veteran Oklahoma City restaurateur Tommy […]
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Chicago mild
Tez Wings 3801 N. Oak Grove Drive, Midwest City facebook.com/thetezwingz 405-546-8777 What works:The mild sauce is sweet, spicy and totally unique. It works with chicken and seafood. What needs work: The streamlined menu means everything is expertly cooked. Tip: Call ahead for orders to cut down on wait time. The city of Buffalo might have […]
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Capitol comfort
A common good review for a restaurant often says, “It’s so good that it tastes like grandma made it.” What if you were able to sit down in an intimate dining room where a pair of mothers painstakingly prepared your order from scratch? You’re in luck at Restaurante Los Artesanos, 2701 S. Walker Ave., which […]
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Unpredictable pizza
Pizza Planet 1621 N. May Ave. pizzaplanetokc.com 405-778-8850 What works: The melted cheese and crispy pasta edges from the oven bake were fun. What needs work: The restaurant has a long wait time and inconsistent hours. Tip: Make sure it’s actually open because advertised business hours appear to be a suggestion. I ate a pretty […]
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Communal culinary
Since opening Social Deck + Dining in the former Chae Modern Korean space, 1933 NW 23rd St., last December, owners Jordan and Jamie Winteroth are still very much in the perilous first year of a restaurant. Under the headline “No, most restaurants don’t fail in the first year,” Forbes did its best in a 2017 […]