The Tulsa Food Blog

“If you took a picture here,” I told my friends, “you could tell people you just got back from Korea.” But I didn’t want to disturb the tables full of Korean families eating, Korean teenagers entertaining their dates, and so I didn’t. But I did photograph the food, and if I told someone who knew [...]

“The pork belly ramen at the relaunched Yokozuna … this is the stuff of LEGEND!” That was the first text, and it was from someone I trusted. Two more texts like that, and I was on my way to Yokozuna. That part of town looks like an Edward Hopper painting. We bravely marched up to [...]

Some of the best Malaysian food you’ll ever eat can be found within shouting distance of Woodland Hills Mall, in a tiny restaurant cheerily decorated with photographs of Singapore, Bali and Kuala Lumpur. It opened in 2008. I heard about it, meant to go, but never did, put off perhaps by the word “fusion”. Meanwhile, [...]

So I admit that when it comes to Asian Cuisine, I may not be looking for all that authentic. Maybe my general dislike of fish flavors. Growing up in the country, we would only eat at a Chinese place maybe twice a year. But in those non-authentic versions, there is still a world of difference [...]

“Ninety percent of our customers are Oriental,” said the owner. “They want authentic food and they’ll know if we don’t serve them the best.” We were sitting in a tiny, gleaming-clean restaurant way out east near Mingo waiting for the owner’s husband. He’s the chef but he’d gone to pick up their daughter from school. [...]

Finally, an authentic Chinese restaurant in Tulsa. People sometimes ask me what I miss most about New York. They expect me to say the crowds, or the theatres, or the boundless wave-tossed sea. I always answer, Chinese restaurants. Entering a Chinese restaurant in New York, whether it’s hidden in an alley in the depths of [...]

Sushi is my favorite food, so anytime I hear of a new sushi place opening I always want to try it out. Recently my husband and I visited the new Osaka in Broken Arrow. We originally went to try the hibachi, and our first visit was New Years Eve. They had apparently WAY overbooked, so [...]

Our friends at Genghis Grill want to feed YOU and help you feed a great cause. If you don’t know about Genghis Grill, they are Tulsa’s newest addition to Cherry Street, serving up amazing Mongolian Stir Fry dishes. When: Monday February 22nd Where: Genghis Grill on Cherry Street Time: 11am-10pm Dine-in or Take-out Why: 20% [...]

Yokozuna, located on the corner of 2nd and Detroit, is having a One of a kind beer dinner of February 23rd, 2010 at 7:00 pm. Chef Victor Melgoza of Yokozuna has paired a 4-Course meal with some of Left Hand’s amazing brews. Josh Breckel, National Sales Manager for Left Hand Brewing Company will be on [...]

This year, we wanted to bring you something special for Valentine’s Day. A few area restaurants and small businesses were willing to donate a few items for our giveaway. Winners Announced… Congratulations to: Boot-C Jackie S. Chris Gleason MORE GIVEAWAYS COMING SOON! Giveaway Sponsors: Topeca Coffee is a family-owned roasting company with over 150 years [...]

Valentine’s Day is a special time to really show what you are made of to your spouse. This year we are really challenging you to go above and beyond to express one thing…that’s Love. We know that Tulsa isn’t the city of love, however, there are many locally owned romantic restaurants that are sure to [...]

Tulsa now has a Genghis Grill, right on 15th Street near Utica. Since this is a chain, I’ll just say a few words about the Tulsa location — such as the prices, which are evidently lower than most locations, $11 at lunch for all you can eat. It features Asian-influenced stir fries, made to order. [...]

It has been over a week since the disaster in Haiti. It is clear that numbers showing over 200,000 perished and over tens of thousands lost and unaccounted for, there is one thing very clear…Haiti needs us. We live in such a beautiful country that not only consists of sturdy buildings but compassionate people. The [...]

Several different Sushi restaurants have opened up around Tulsa in the past year and of course there are some that have been around for a while. I am going to try as many of them as I can. This idea started in March 2009, when I went to Tokyo Garden and had my first taste [...]

A few months ago I had lunch at Keo. It’s well worth the trip. The space is sleek and airy, with 15 foot ceilings and floor to ceiling windows. Upscale decor (and good service) with downscale prices. Most entrees are $9. The chef was born in Cambodia (though she grew up in Oklahoma) and most [...]

I never really expect to find a hidden treasure inside of a grocery store, but my perception changed this past week when I got invited to a business meeting in a very unusual place. When I first got the phone call to have a lunch meeting at Reasor’s grocery store in Jenks I thought to [...]

Sometimes just eating out for a special occasion isn’t good enough. I know I personally enjoy dinner and a show, or some type of 3-phase night that involves great food and entertainment. At Shogun, for a friends birthday we got our 3-phases all in one place. After a drink at the bar, we were seated [...]

KEO is a classic, modern and sophisticated restaurant located on Brookside. In August 2007, Bill and Zahidah Hyman realized that there was a growing trend toward healthy eating and more variety. After noticing that Asian cuisine has became extremely popular, this young couple came up with KEO. The best recipes from Zahidah’s family consist of [...]

High-end meals don’t have to come with big price tags in this town.  My research is turning up some great deals on all kinds of fine dining, we’re even finding wine deals. But here I’m going to tell you about the best of the best, sushi deals and steak specials. It was while eating Fuji’s [...]

It’s been a busy week here at the Tulsa Restaurant Deals HQ. Most importantly we’ve added a new category to our homepage – neighbourhoods.  So whether you live in Broken Arrow or you like to party on Brookside you can ferret out discount deals with the minimum of fuss. We also found our first exclusive [...]

Hey Tulsa Food Blog readers, we received this request from Misty looking for help on locating the best Japanese Steakhouse for the best value in Tulsa. Let’s help her out by reading her request below and making any comments to help her in this quest. Thanks so much! Please submit any stories and requests you [...]

Grand Opening Monday October 5th, Yokozuna is a brand new upscale Asian eatery in downtown Tulsa. Following Elliot Nelson’s other well known restaurants: 2 and soon-to-be 3 McNellie’s Pub locations, Dilly Deli and El Guapo, this local establishment has a modern flare with fresh Asian cuisine. Located in upcoming downtown, Yokozuna has great food, a [...]