March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb, which is a pretty neat magic trick. Ladies and gentlemen, look at this perfectly normal lion! Madam, would you like to inspect the li No? OK. How about you, sir? I assure you there is no danger. Lets get right to the trick! Abracadabr Oh no! The lion ate the lamb. Well, you cant blame him. Here are a few places for you to eat one, too.
by Greg Elwell,
photos by Garett Fisbeck
Camilyas Cafe
10942 N. May Ave.
405-418-4141
Mary had a little lamb, little lamb, little lamb. Then she had a little more. She also ate a little potato, little potato, little potato, but she switched right back to lamb. So juicy. So flavorful. Such a tender bite of meat. If youve never had lamb, its time to expand your palate at Camilyas Cafe, where the lamb chops are so artfully presented, you and Mary might have to take a picture for Instagram before you dig in.
Travel By Taste
4818 N. MacArthur Blvd., Warr Acres
405-787-2969
Theres nothing quite as succulent as a slowly braised lamb shank. This flavorful method, used at Travel By Taste, infuses the meat with plenty of herbs, concentrates the natural juices of the meat and makes for a bite so tender it doesnt take much work to get it off the bone. Pour the broth over the accompanying dill and herb saffron rice to soak up even more flavor and youll be thinking of when you can come baaa-ck for more.
Cattlemens Steakhouse
1309 S. Agnew Ave.
405-236-0416
Lamb fries are testicles. Lets get that out of the way. And before you say, No way. Im not eating that, can we talk about the other foods you regularly put in your mouth? Fast food tacos that are probably equal parts beef and carpet remnants. Hot dogs that might include real dog. Whatever Pop-Tarts are made of. Meanwhile, lamb fries are just meat from an animal, meticulously cleaned, fried and incredibly delicious. Grow up and eat a pair.
Pizzeria Gusto
2415 N. Walker Ave.
405-437-4992
They say pizza is like sex youre probably thinking of it right now. But if you want to have a truly orgasmic pizza experience, check out Gustos delightful lamb sausage pie. The flavor combination of lamb, mint ricotta cheese, eggplant, spinach and roasted peppers will leave an indelible mark on your taste buds. And if youre nervous because its your first time at Gusto, dont worry the staff is very gentle.
Broadway 10 Bar & Chophouse
1101 N. Broadway Ave.
405-212-3949
New Zealand has given us many things: Flight of the Conchords, all the Lord of the Rings movies and lambs racks and racks of lambs, like the beauties from Broadway 10s primal cuts menu. There are plenty of delicious choices at this restaurant, but youll draw envious stares when the server slides this immaculate dish in front of you. With a red wine demi sauce and a load of mashed potatoes, its almost enough to feed a Hobbit.
Argana Cafe
2908 NW 23rd St.
405-602-6938
Getting served your dinner in a tagine is kind of magical. Not only has the serving dish and conical covering cooked the meal inside perfectly, retaining all the juicy flavors within, but theres also an air of mystery. What will be in there? you might ask. Its probably the lamb and vegetables I ordered, but what if its a new car?! Its the lamb. We promise. And it tastes way better than a new car.
The Meat Market Refectory
2920 NW 63rd St.
405-608-8866
Australia has given us many things: actor Yahoo Serious, rock band 30 Odd Foot of Grunts and lambs. Yes, of the many eternal battles between Australia and New Zealand, a big one is which country raises better lambs. It looks like youll have to check out The Meat Market Refectory and dig into those tender lamb chops to decide for yourself. You can get them as appetizers or entrees, but beware: No matter how many you get, youll still want to gnaw on the bones.