Chae Cafe & Eatery 7300 N. Western Ave. facebook.com/chaeokc 405-840-7725 What works: The short rib Benedict and poke are distinct and delicious. What needs work: The menu says multiple waffles, but only one came with the order. Tip: Order extra dressing with the ramen salad The proliferation of social media and millennials hitting their post-grad […]
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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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Salvadoran specialty
El Majahual 3301 SW 29th St. 405-602-2661 What works: Pupusasas and horchata are some of the best in the city.. What needs work: The carne asada is tasty but tough. Tip:Weekend soup sells out by 12:30 p.m. SW 29th Street has Oklahoma City’s highest concentration of taquerias, both of the brick-and-mortar and taco truck variety, […]
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Memorial Mediterranean
Hummus Mediterranean Cafe 3000 W. Memorial Road, Suite 101 hummusmediterraneancafe.com 405-216-5468 What works: The hummus is smooth and flavorful, and the rice is the star of the platter. What needs work: The steak is slightly overcooked. Tip:Try the muhammara. Using a menu item in the name of a restaurant is either an act of extreme […]
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Plaza pitmaster
The Krow’s Nest BBQ & Catering 1715 NW 16th St. thekrowsnestbcc.com 405-430-0116 What works: The smoked burger and pulled pork melt in your mouth. What needs work: The wings are fried, not smoked. Tip:Vegetarian options expand on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Saints, 1715 NW 16th St., was on the forefront of 16th Street Plaza District’s resurgence, […]
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Breakfast breakout
Neighborhood JA.M. 15124 Lleytons Court thatsmyjamok.com 405-242-4161 What works: The hash browns are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. What needs work: Be prepared to wait on the weekend. Tip: Check out the weekly pancake specials. Lines out the door on a weekend can be a common sight, especially at some of […]
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Pueblo hospitality
Every time I drive past the new Paseo Arts District development that is Pueblo at Paseo, the white New Mexico-inspired complex that is the neighborhood’s first construction in decades, I can’t help but notice the a crowd inside OSO on Paseo, 603 NW 28th St. In the development that also includes two other good restaurants: […]
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Naan rising
Naan Cuisine of India 12215 N. Pennsylvania Ave. naancuisine.com.com 405-752-5283 What works:South Indian entrees and the kerala paratha are very good. What needs work:The papadums were slightly bitter. Tip:It closes between 3 and 5 p.m. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Naan Cuisine of India has been reborn at the former Ajanta Cuisine of […]
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ALCOHOLMANAC Bricktown boost
Bricktown Brewery1150 E. Second St., Edmond bricktownbrewery.com 405-726-8300 What works:The green pork chili and tri-tip steak sandwiches deliver. What needs work:Its house-made tater tots aren’t quite as good as the frozen variety. Tip:Its classic core beers have more body after the alcohol law change. Bricktown Brewery is Oklahoma City’s oldest brewery, having been in business […]
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Fresh take
Magasin Table 3 NE Eighth Street, Suite 120 405-212-2751 What works:The vegetarian options, presentation and pho broth are standouts. What needs work:The portion size options for pho could be better. Tip:Don’t dismiss the eggplant. There are some days when pho is the only thing that will satisfy a craving, especially when it is as cold […]