Red Rooster Bar & Grill 3100 N. Walker Ave. redroosterokc.com 525-7631 Stop by the Red Rooster Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for some holiday cheer. The bar opens both days each year to provide refuge for those who need a holiday beer or two. On Christmas Day, the Rooster hosts an informal potluck with its […]
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OKG7 places foodies love
Mama Sinmi’s Chop House2312 N. Macarthur Blvd.mamasinmi.com947-6262Enjoy the luxury of authentic West African fare here. Try its meat pies baked in a butter crust, spicy suya (meat on a stick), moi moi (bean cakes), efo (sautéed spinach with seasoned tomatoes) and golden-friend plantains. The lunch special includes a choice of rice and chicken or beef […]
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OKG7 stops for soup
Soup Soup7606 N. Western Ave.soupsoup.webs.com843-7095The fall lineup is here. Try festive flavors including autumn bisque, squash, creamy carrot and baked potato. It’s not all soup, though. Pick up specialty casseroles like creamy tomato pasta with chicken, shepherd’s pie and beef enchiladas. Don’t forget dessert — apple cake, apricot bar and pumpkin pie. Saturn Grill6432 Avondale […]
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OKG7 game-day stops
Louie’s Grill & Bar301 W. Boyd St., Normanlouies.ehsrg.com366-6291 Hal Smith Restaurant Group has a little something for everyone. In this case, it’s big screens and Golden Tee, a popular golfing arcade game, as well as delicious pub food with a gourmet twist — all at prices that won’t break your pocketbook. Enjoy a brew on […]
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OKG7 places you should try
Roma’s Gelato Cafe Espresso & Panini301 S. Bryant Ave., Edmondromasgelato.com708-6111 As the name would suggest, it clearly has more to offer than the delectable Italian ice. Try one of its gelato cakes or gelato hand-dipped popsicles. For a tasty meal, try one of its panini, tramezzini or other sandwiches, all made with ingredients imported from […]
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OKG7 sensational salad stops
Lottinvilles801 Signal Ridge Drive, Edmondlottinvillesrestaurant.com 341-2244 This Edmond gem has a mean — and delicious — salad game, starting with the rustic guacamole, which comes topped with corn, onion, rajas, spices and fresh avocado. Or try the chopped cobb salad, made with grilled chicken, tomatoes, cooked eggs, bacon and cheese crumble. The Metro Wine Bar […]
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OKG7 new nomz
Simply Sweet Candy Buffets and Dessert Bar501 S. Mustang Roadsimplysweetbuffets.com577-2272 Sometimes all one needs is a chocolate-covered Oreo, or a custom push-up pop made with cake or brownie. Complete with a full bakery, this confectionary will surely satisfy your sweet tooth. Wes Welker’s Sports Bar and Grill3121 W. Memorialweswelkers.com608-2200 You don’t need to be an […]
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OKG7 iced coffee and tea stops
Coffee Commission309 S. Bryant, Edmondcoffeecommissionedmond.com285-8566 Try its iced coffee for those hot summer days. In-house, enjoy a Chemex brew, an infusion method similar to drip coffee, or a refreshing iced black tea. Elemental Coffee Roasters815 N. Hudsonelementalcoffeeroasters.com604-9766 Come and study, bask in the delicious and always fresh-roasted aroma permeating the space or simply enjoy an […]
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OKG7 watering holes
Margarita Island & Cantina8135 N.W. 10thmargaritaislandokc.com603-2850 A fellow Gazetteer likes the libations of Margarita Island. Import and domestic beer and mixed drinks — frozen and on the rocks — abound. There’s a patio, smoking is allowed inside and you won’t want to miss the fire pit. Junior’s2601 Northwest Expresswayjuniorsokc.com848-5597 This iconic Oklahoma City haunt has […]
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OKG7 kid-friendly food stops
Hideaway Pizza901 N. Broadwayhideawaypizza.com796-7777 Start with the famous fried mushrooms; they’re always served piping hot with ranch for dipping. The pesto bruschetta is a delicious blend of tomatoes, onions, fresh basil and olive oil. If you mean business, attempt The Mob Boss pizza loaded with sausage, pepperoni, salami and smoked bacon. Chelino’s Mexican Restaurant1331 Alameda, […]