Pho Kim Long1121 N.W. 23rd528-8826 If you’ve been searching for hearty veggie-only pho, not just a few carrots and pieces of corn, then your pursuit can end here (unfortunately, the broth is still meat-based). It’s no wimpy dish. Enjoy the lightly browned tofu, baby corn, carrots, sprouts, fresh jalapeños and parsley. It’s plenty for two, […]
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OKG7 Gazette staff picks
Sweet Basil 211 W. Main, Norman 217-8424 One of our accounting gurus has run all the numbers, and for her, Sweet Basil just adds up. “I love, love, love Sweet Basil in Norman,” she said. “It’s not just because it has the best Massaman curry and pineapple fried rice in the world, but because the […]
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Jo dough
It’s a well-known fact that the David Bowie song “Fame” and the 1980s TV show of the same name were, at their respective hearts, about pizza. And why not? Pizza contains all the major food groups: bread, vegetables, cheese, spicy meats, red pepper flakes and more cheese. It’s a famously good combination. Which might be […]
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Principles of pasta
Calzone Credit: Shannon Cornman The market for Italian food is confusing. Much to my chagrin, there are plenty in our fair city who think that the height of Italian cuisine can be found at Olive Garden. (Their breadsticks are good.) And there are plenty of other mass-market spaghetti slingers, too. Carino’s and Fazoli’s, not traditional […]
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You say ‘neck-o,’ I say ‘knee-ko’
Sushi is not about raw fish. I mean, it is, sometimes, but it’s also about artistry and skill. The best sushi combines excellent flavor with immaculate presentation and perfect construction. It should not be a shock to anyone who has dined in Oklahoma City that all this can be found at Sushi Neko. I’m never […]
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OKG7 comfort-food fixes
Yukon Super Buffet 1105 Garth Brooks, Yukon 354-2088 It’s not hard to find comfort in an all-you-can-eat buffet. Yukon Super Buffet offers mostly Chinese dishes, with a few Japanese and American side items. Get your grub on with seafood, crab legs, salmon, salads and fresh fruit. The Mongolian grill is fun, too; the customer chooses […]
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OKG7 Norman noshes
The Library Bar & Grill 607 W. Boyd, Norman 366-7465 Grab a Left Hand Sawtooth or get fancy with some Lindemans Framboise, to name just a couple of the many brews on tap. Munch on appetizers like chips and salsa or hot pretzels, or enjoy a full dinner: pizzas, sandwiches or salads. Happy hour runs […]
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OKG7 perfect patios
Cafe do Brasil 440 N.W. 11th 525-9779 Even if it’s still warm out, the rooftop terrace catches all the cool breezes before they flutter down on to the rest of the city. Here you’ll find authentic cocktails, delicious snacks (especially its chocolate chip muffins) and usually a live performance from a local musician. Flip’s Wine […]
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OKG7 sweet shops
Sweete Memories Specialty Bakery 6501 N. May 842-4799 You might be familiar with its signature box. It’s the white one with the cellophane covering and the gold emblem at the bottom. Inside, it’s the perfect frosting-to-cookie ratio. Cookies aside, Sweete Memories also allows you to indulge in pumpkin and banana bread. Make special orders for […]
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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 […]