Bassmaster: Blue Dome
BY JASON ASHLEY WRIGHT World Scene Writer
Thursday, February 21, 2013
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Evidence of T-Town’s
ability to move forward
while honoring its
roots may be most symbolic
in the Blue Dome District.
The entertainment district
lying immediately east of
downtown is named after the
distinct blue dome of an old
gas station, now the whimsical
pole star for a neighborhood
that has enjoyed steady
growth.
It’s also the epicenter for
many of the city’s crowddrawing
extravaganzas, from
the annual Christmas parade
to celebrations for Mardi
Gras and, coming up, St.
Patrick’s Day.
But the Blue Dome draws
people every day and night,
be it for sushi or pizza, Cajun
food or hot dogs, running
shoes or home furnishings
— you name it, you can find
it here.
Breakfast — B Lunch — L Dinner — D Late Night — LN
1. ARNIE’S BAR
318 E. Second St., 918-583-0797
This Irish pub offers drink specials and
occasional live music — and, of course,
Guinness Draught, Smithwick’s and
Killian’s Irish Red. (LN daily)
2. BACK ALLEY BLUES AND BBQ
116 S. Elgin Ave., 918-728-8300
Our favorites include the candied
bacon appetizer and chicken club —
pulled chicken with cheese and fried
green tomatoes. (L, D, LN daily)
3. BOOMTOWN TEES
114-A S. Elgin Ave., 918-938-6000
This shop specializes in fun graphic
tees that celebrate Tulsa and Oklahoma.
Plus, they take custom orders.
(11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday;
noon-6 p.m. Sunday)
4. DILLY DELI
402 E. Second St., 918-938-6382
Have the green eggs and ham for
breakfast, then come back for the
Vincent Carbone (Philly cheesesteak)
for lunch or dinner. (B, L, D Monday-
Saturday; B, L Sunday)
5. DUST BOWL LANE & LOUNGE
211 S. Elgin Ave., 918-430-3901
A retro-inspired, eight-lane bowling
alley with lounge, full-service bar and
patio. (4 p.m.-2 a.m. Monday-Friday,
10 a.m.-2 a.m. Saturday, noon to
midnight Sunday)
6. DWELLING SPACES
119 S. Detroit Ave., 918-582-1033
Arguably the most fun Oklahoma-centric
gift shop in all of T-Town with the
great little Joebot’s coffee shop inside.
(7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday,
7:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 10
a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday)
7. ELECTRIC CIRCUS
222 E. First St., 918-551-7447
This electronic music dance club
pulsates with mashups, party, electro,
drum and bass, dubstep and a flare of
moombahton. (LN Friday-Saturday)
8. EL GUAPO’S
332 E. First St., 918-382-7482
The hibiscus margarita is a great treat,
especially when weather permits
the rooftop to be open. But in or out,
consider the chile verde wet burrito. (L,
D daily; LN Monday-Saturday)
9. ENSO
230 E. First St., 918-551-7447
This upscale lounge offers more
than 20 wines, eight cold taps and,
if you’re feeling nibbly, an assortment
of cheeses and chocolate. (LN
Monday-Saturday)
10. FASSLER HALL
304 S. Elgin Ave., 918-576-7898
The falafel dog and duck-fat fries are awesome, as is the selection of German
draft and bottled beer. Our pick:
the Red Baron with bacon-infused
vodka. (L, D, LN daily)
11. FLEET FEET SPORTS TULSA
418 E. Second St., 918-492-3338
Walkers’ and runners’ go-to shop
for shoes, fitness apparel and accessories.
(10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-
Wednesday, Friday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Thursday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday;
noon-3 p.m. Sunday)
12. JOE MOMMA’S PIZZA
112 S. Elgin Ave., 918-794-6563
Among the three most popular
(and delicious) pizzas are the
Oklahoman, Golden Driller and
Betty White. (L, D daily; LN Friday-
Saturday)
13. JUNIPER
324 E. Third St., 918-794-1090
Our favorites are the seared king
salmon, and herbed gnocchi and
blue cheese crème. The cocktails
are always stellar. (L, D Tuesday-
Saturday, brunch Saturday)
14. LEE’S BICYCLES
420 E. Second St., 918-743-4285
Tulsa’s oldest bike shop, Lee’s offers
a wide variety, with all new bikes
assembled by professional bicycle
mechanics — and you can test-ride.
(noon-7 p.m. Monday, 9:30 a.m.-7
p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-6
p.m. Friday-Saturday)
15. THE MAX RETROPUB
114-C S. Elgin Ave., 918-895-6200
A totally tubular ’80s mix of retro
arcade games, gourmet junk food
(like the Miss Piggy pulled-pork
sliders) and, of course, the beer and
spirits to go along with them. (LN
daily)
16. MCNELLIE’S
409 E. First St., 918-382-7468
Boasting the best beer selection
in town, this Irish pub has incredible
sweet potato fries, plus potato
leek soup, sandwiches, salads and
wraps. (L, D, LN daily)
17. S & J OYSTER BAR
308 E. First St., 918-938-7933
A taste of New Orleans comes
courtesy of Cajun- and Creoleinspired
dishes, from shrimp po’
boys and gumbo to fried oysters and
clam chowder. (L, D daily)
18. WHISKEY BUSINESS
306 E. First St., 918-295-9205
The only liquor store in the downtown
area, Whiskey Business is an upscale
retailer of wine, spirits and craft
beers. (10 a.m.-9 p.m. daily)
19. WOODY’S CORNER BAR
325 E. Second St., 918-794-8645
Right across the street from the Blue
Dome itself, this bar frequently offers
live music on weekends, with TVs to
keep up with your favorite game, plus
two pool tables. (LN daily)
20. YOKOZUNA
309 E. Second St., 918-508-7676
Start with the Pear Saketini or White
Samurai, then peruse the sushi menu
(paying attention to the Geisha’s Demise,
Golden Driller and Route 66 rolls).
(L, D Monday-Friday; D Saturday)
Associated Images:
Drunken Monkey and rainbow rolls are served at Yokozuna, one of many eateries in the Blue Dome District.
CHRISTOPHER SMITH/Tulsa World file
Arnie’s Bar sits next to the Blue Dome District’s namesake
structure, a converted gas station that is the neighborhood’s most
recognizable landmark. JAMES GIBBARD/Tulsa World file
A half slab of dry-rub ribs, plus the fixin’s, is served at Back Alley
Blues and BBQ. JAMES GIBBARD/Tulsa World file
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