Credit: Shannon Cornman Since at least May, some business owners along the section of Western between N.W. 40th and N.W. 50th streets have protested against an alcoholic beverage permit in buildings formerly occupied by Fruiti Yogurt and Sipango Lounge. The issue also involves Cafe Nova, which sits across the street from the forthcoming restaurant, Cork […]
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Super-sized
Credit: Brad Gregg Attempt that feat this fall after the city gets a twostory McDonald’s, slated for the corner of N.W. 23rd Street and Penn Avenue. It’s expected to be around 5,600 square feet and will be one of the three two-story chains built in the nation this year. We doubt our city’s dismal standing […]
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Bad day at Redrock
Fire destroyed much of Redrock Canyon Grill early this morning. Credit: Shannon Cornman Investigators are trying to determine if the fire originated from an electrical problem or lightning during overnight storms. Crews already are working on repairs to reopen the business; Redrock’s owners are hoping for a 90-day turnaround.
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Smag 7: Difficult, but delightful
Sweets & Eats 110 N. Robinson 235-3010 Open every day from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for lunch, the eatery specializes in honest home-cooking. There is a blue-plate special; don’t miss the beef stroganoff this week. Owner Bill Gold said you can find meals such as roast beef, gravy, potatoes and green beans, with everything […]
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Smag 7: Pull up a chair
Dan O’Brien’s Grill & Pub2747 W. Memorial Just in time for St. Patty’s Day. Dan O’Brien’s is not new, but it has moved its operation just down the street a bit to new digs. The menu goes something like this: grilled cheese, hot ham and cheese, fish and chips, a cold turkey and Swiss and […]
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Smag 7: Trucks to teacups
3 Tequilas315 S. Broadway, Edmond 216-0500 <br> Taking over the spot of former El Parian, 3 Tequilas isn’t wasting any time on heating up the casa with your favorite Mexi-dishes. Enjoy white cheese dip to start, followed by its super fajita nachos. Want something different? Try the fish tacos that are made with mahi mahi. […]
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Smag 7: Taste the trend
The Chinese Gourmet 280 N. Mustang Road, Mustang 376-5000 Just open at the beginning of the year, owner Tony Wu is wasting no time offering Asian recipes in the traditional manner. Try the sweet-and-sour chicken, as well as the beef broccoli, chicken teriyaki or the filling and satisfying sesame chicken. Start with crab rangoon for […]
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Cupid-approved
An amorous atmosphere is often as important as the food and service when choosing that perfect spot to treat your adored one. Thankfully, there are some choice establishments that will cater to those starry-eyed couples next week. “We’re the place to come because we have the intimate setting, roses on the table, crimson color scheme […]
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Smag 7: Love your food
Shawn’s Sushi 5612 Northwest Expressway, Warr Acres 792-2211 <br> Owner Shawn Zhang came to Oklahoma from the northwest part of China, but he specializes in irresistible Japanese sushi. Some of his best-sellers are the aptly named “Spicy Cowboy” and another called “Lifesaver,” which is tuna and salmon with lemon, cucumber and avocado. Sweeten the celebration […]
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Restaurant, sweet restaurant
What is your OKC restaurant home? If you don’t have one, here are a few that won’t mind being considered for the honors. Junior’s 2601 Northwest Expressway 848-5597 Owner Jim Shumsky gets a daily adrenaline rush from his Junior’s that began in 1973. Some of the major oil deals were made at Junior’s in the […]