Restaurant Reviews
Greg Elwell
Bedlam Bar-B-Q
610 N.E. 50th
528-7427

What works: The ribs and the smoked ham are some of the best.
What doesn’t work: Come at the wrong time and you’ll find a very long line and only one register.
Tip: If it’s nice, sit on the back patio. If you get sweet tea, mix it 50-50 with unsweetened, lest you get diabetes.

Restaurant Reviews
Greg Elwell
 Hobby's Hoagie

325 N. Walker

hobbyshoagies.com

605-3131

What works: The cheesesteak and Special Italian are shining paragons of sandwich-hood.

What needs work: Ambiance, maybe? It’s pretty bare bones in there.

Tips: Lean forward. The bread can’t hold those wonderful sandwich juices at an angle, so physics and your dry cleaner dictate you keep it over the table.

Restaurant Reviews
Greg Elwell
Fair food is always a mystery, isn’t it?

Restaurant Reviews
Doug Hill
Name: Juan del Fuego Mexi Diner
Address: 223 34th Ave. S.W., Norman
Telephone: 310-2030

What works: Genuine homemade goodness in every dish.
What needs work: Open daily 7 a.m.-2 p.m. is good, but serving 24/7 would be amazing.
The tip: The diner with authentic Latino flair. 

Restaurant Reviews
Greg Elwell
What works: The standard dog combinations are inventive and delicious.

What needs work: A few of the specialty dogs are so loaded with toppings you can't really taste the meat that makes them special.

The tip: Not in the mood for a dog? You can get any dog toppings on a burger.

Restaurant Reviews
Jenn Scott
Mr. Pho
1133 N.W. 25th
525-7692

What works: You get fresh and authentic dishes.
What needs work: The curry dishes lack the “wow” factor.
Tip: Don't wait for your server to take your payment; do that at the front cash register.

Restaurant Reviews
Greg Elwell
When my friends came to town — yes, I have them; don’t act so shocked — they had a few places they wanted to stop. La Baguette for brunch. The Wedge for dinner. And lunch, they insisted, must be at … Pei Wei.

Restaurant Reviews
Greg Elwell
Picasso Cafe
What works: Crowd-pleasing menu and service.
What needs work: I'd like en entrée of pretzels. But that's more my issue.
Tips: Go at night and get a drink. Hippy Juice tastes like smiles, but will knock you down.

Restaurant Reviews
Doug Hill
Fontana Italian Restaurant
854 N.W. 12th, Moore
703-0911
fontanaitalianrestaurant.com

What worked: The service was prompt and friendly in this family-owned bistro.
What needs work: A few inexpensive flourishes would add more appeal to the plain-Jane iceberg lettuce salads.
The tip: Bring your appetite! There is a large selection of traditional Italian-American favorites served in a simple setting.       

Restaurant Reviews
Ryan Querbach
What works: The wide selection of sushi.
What needs work: Some of the prices are relatively high.
The tip: We didn’t stray far from the sushi menu, but the kitchen items have a great reputation.

Saii Asian Bistro
6900 N. May
saiiasianbistro.com
702-7244

Restaurant Reviews
Doug Hill
Pepe Delgados Mexican Restaurante
702 Asp, Norman
321-6232

What works: Unique family recipes for dishes that are cooked to order.  
What needs work: How about tamales every day … not just on Fridays.
The tip: Afro-Mexican heritage adds to the menu’s mix of flavors.

Restaurant Reviews
Greg Elwell
The Red Cup
3122 N. Classen Blvd.
redcupokc.com
525-3430

What works: Delicious dishes made upon ordering.
What needs work: Some comfort-food faves lacked any real standout appeal.
The tip: If you're avoiding meat, this is the place for you.

Restaurant Reviews
Carol Smaglinski
Some diners like the white-tablecloth route, while some prefer their food at a sports bar.

Restaurant Reviews
Greg Elwell
Chefs di Domani
2727 W. Memorial
749-6798

What works: Low prices on creative, high-end dishes.
What needs work: A few of the plates are under-spiced.
Tip: Go with a designated driver and enjoy some wine with your meal.

Restaurant Reviews
Ryan Querbach
Ray's Smokehouse BBQ
1514 W. Lindsey, Norman
329-4040

What works: Ray’s has a wide selection of meats and sides, making it the perfect place for any barbecue lover.
What needs work: It’s not a great place for vegetarians, but then again, it is a barbecue joint.
The tip: The family atmosphere and the great food make Ray’s a solid addition to anybody’s favorite barbecue spot.