Billy Sims BBQ
1001 E. State Highway 152, Mustang
billysimsbbq.com
256-0760

It’s
a name you already know, just another location. Grab a combo plate,
which includes a meat — from brisket to ribs — two sideliners, one super
side and some Okie toast. Sideliners include potato salad, add-a-rib or
baked beans, to name a few.

Chapala Mexican Grill
1001 Elm, Norman
801-2400

This
new spot features a purely Tex- Mex menu with fajitas, enchiladas, and
chips and salad. Grab a skillet of mixed meat and fajita-style veggies,
as well as the usual suspects of bean, rice, pico, sour cream and
guacamole to go alongside.

Upper Crust
1205 N.W. 178th, Edmond
uppercrust.ehsrg.com
285-8887

At
this second location, you can expect the same delicious experience. Now
Edmond residents can easily partake of the classic, wood-fired pizzas,
house-made pie sauces and delectable salad offerings. Try a slice of
cookie pie for dessert.

Allen’s Route 66 Pizza & More
3655 N.W. 39th Expressway
601-1300

The
“& More” in the name represents a list of hot appetizers and
healthy sides and sandwiches, as well as pasta. Its pizza is the
standout, of course. Can’t decide on one thing? Try the buffet,
available at lunch or dinner, for a sampling of the whole menu and a few
specialty pizzas.

Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill
2300 W. Memorial
costavida.net
242-4717

“Let
the coast come to you” is its motto, serving up fresh, all-natural
Tex-Mex fare. Try the Deep Dive Nachos in one of three ways: chile
verde, cheese or with your choice of pork, beef or grilled chicken. For
your sweet tooth, there is traditional flan or a sweet cinnamon
tortilla.

The Daily Donut
10911 N. Western
286-5599

Customers
can start their day here with treats like cinnamon rolls, apple
fritters, sausage rolls and, of course, donuts and coffee. But don’t
miss the donut of the day. Monday’s feature is the bacon donut, and Key
lime pie gets the spotlight on Fridays.

Moni’s Pasta & Pizza
17200 N. May, Edmond
285-5991

Start
your meal with bruschetta or mozzarella sticks. Then, dive right into
one of its many dinner options, ranging from favorites like cheese
ravioli or lasagna to interesting fare like penne vodka and chicken
rollatini, a chicken breast stuffed with cheese and basil in a creamy
pink sauce.

Photos by Shannon Cornman and Mark Hancock