If Oklahoma City’s arrival on the national scene started in 2018 as Bon Appétit recognized Nonesuch as the best new restaurant in the country, 2019 is the year local restaurateurs jumped to strengthen the metro’s destination-dining status. Both anecdotally and according to data, the Oklahoma City metro area has seen an influx of new restaurant […]
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Taste of Western invites guests to eat and drink as much as they want
A fundraiser dinner for Western Avenue Association invites guests to eat and drink
as much as they want.
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Fall into seasonal menus across the OKC metro
The fall season ushers in a time of sweaters, bonfires, hot drinks and comfort food.
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Chow time
Chow’s spring roll Photo by Mark Hancock The first time I saw Chow’s Chinese Restaurant, 3033 N. May Ave., my friend Nate was pointing it out to me as a possible meeting place for the Triad or some other organized crime racket. “It’s always empty until late at night, and then it’s packed,” he said. […]
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OKG7 spots to eat between shopping
Sweis Pita Bakery2115 N. May943-8923 May Avenue boasts a collection of fantastic shopping and delicious food. Among its gems is Sweis Bakery, serving all the things one might need for a traditional Mediterranean feast. There’s a lunch special that includes a fresh gyro, a gyro salad and house-made pita bread and chips. Make sure to […]
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OKG7 just-open restaurants to try
Tacos el Primo 5603 S. Pennsylvania 681-2579 If you’ve got a hankering for tacos or burritos that are muy authentico, make a stop at this new spot. Not in the mood for traditional Mexican fare? Opt for the corn dog. It stays open until 9 p.m., so this taqueria is the perfect option for a […]
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Bellissimo
Credit: Mark Hancock What do Tori Amos and Gov. Mary Fallin have in common? According to Bellini’s website, both have dined at the upscale Italian bistro. Name-dropping doesn’t end with these ladies: Mick Jagger and Sir Paul McCartney also have visited the restaurant. It’s a ritzy joint in a classy neighborhood. Located in the Waterford […]
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OKG7 places to get your brew on
Elemental Coffee 815 N. Hudson 604-9766 With its modern, sleek design, this coffeehouse is great for many reasons. Come and study, bask in the delicious and always fresh-roasted aroma permeating the space, or simply enjoy an espresso or cup of hot tea. Pick up a bag of beans to take home or keep at the […]
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Parrot talk
Since when do people think “authentic” means the same thing as “delicious”? I want “authentic” food to be made out of natural ingredients and not a big pile of chemicals, but other than that, who cares? Chefs change things all the time based on taste or the availability of ingredients, or just because. So what […]
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OKG 7 light eats for the summer
Cafe Antigua 1903 N. Classen Blvd. 602-8984 If at all possible, get the special. It’s usually a creative collaboration of regular menu items and the freshest daily ingredients. The cuisine is chiefly Guatemalan and the breakfast dishes are incredibly tasty. The mosh breakfast combo ($6.49) is a plate full of migas-style eggs, fresh fruit, toast […]