Bassmaster: South Tulsa

BY NOUR HABIB World Scene Writer
Thursday, February 21, 2013




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There’s much to do if you venture into south Tulsa, especially along the busy 71st Street corridor.

A variety of options will allow you to shop and eat to your heart’s content in this bustling area of town.

Breakfast — B Lunch — L Dinner — D Late Night — LN

1. ACADEMY

7850 S. 107th East Ave., 918-249-5700
Find all your sports gear and outdoors equipment here.

2. AMINI’S

7712 E. 71st St., 918-254-6444
Family-owned since 1975, Amini’s sells pool tables, game furnishings, area rugs and more.

3. BAKER ST. PUB & GRILL

6620 S. Memorial Drive, 918-286-2227
Enjoy the atmosphere at this Britishinspired pub. (L, D, LN)

4. BECK’S FRESH MEDITERRANEAN

6808 S. Memorial Drive, #302 918-994-4110
Enjoy European coastal cuisine at this restaurant, where chef James Beck’s entrees are created from the traditional recipes of France, Spain, Italy and Greece. (L, D closed Mondays)

5. BLUESTONE STEAKHOUSE

10032 S. Sheridan Road, 918-296-9889
Steak and seafood are the specialties at this fine-dining establishment.

6. CAR TOYS

8134 E. 68th St., 918-254-5093
This local store specializes in highend electronics for your car.

7. THE CHEESCAKE FACTORY

8711 E. 71st St., 918-249-2300
Find more than 200 menu selections at this restaurant. Be sure to save space for dessert. (L, D, LN)

8. DAVE & BUSTER’S

6812 S. 105th East Ave., 918-449-3100
Eat, drink and play at this hang-out spot, equally enjoyable for kids and adults. (L, D, LN)

9. DRYSDALES

10127 E. 71st St. and 3220 S. Memorial Drive, 918-252-7917, 918-664-6481
Get your cowboy boots, cowboy hats and all other classic Western wear at either of this store’s locations.

10. ESKIMO JOE’S

7021 S. Memorial Drive
(in Woodland Hills Mall)
Clothes carrying the famous Eskimo Joe’s logo have made their way from Stillwater to Tulsa.

11. FOX AND HOUND

7001 S. Garnett Road, Broken Arrow, 918-307-2847
Food, drinks and more than 40 television screens make this pub a popular hang-out spot. (L, D, LN)

12. FRECKLES FROZEN CUSTARD

9607 E. 71st St., 918-252-2663
Enjoy frozen custard in a sundae or a concrete, topped with your favorite dessert ingredients.

13. FRENCH HEN

7143 S. Yale Ave., 918-492-2596
Another fine-dining option, with a menu featuring everything from “Fried Quail” to “Mushroom Crusted Rack of Lamb.” (L, D closed Sundays)

14. FUDDRUCKERS

10825 E. 71st St., 918-294-3833
Find every burger imaginable. (L, D, LN)

15. INCREDIBLE PIZZA

8314 E. 71st St., 918-294-8671
Bowling, go-karts and countless arcade games can keep the kids busy for hours. The all-you-can-eat buffet doesn’t hurt, either. (L, D)

16. KUPCAKZ

7135 S. Mingo Road, 918-461-0228
If you love cupcakes, be sure to stop by this little gem tucked away in the corner of a south Tulsa plaza. Vanilla, white chocolate, mocha buttercream and peanut butter are some of the many flavors you’ll encounter.

17. LANNA THAI

7227 S. Memorial Drive, 918-249-5262
This family-owned restaurant offers authentic Thai food. (L, D, LN)

18. LOONY BIN

6808 S. Memorial Drive, 918-392-5653
This comedy club offers shows Wednesdays-Thursdays at 8 p.m. and Fridays-Saturdays at 8 and 10:30 p.m.

19. NAPLES FLATBREAD

4929 E. 71st St., 918-794-1600
Signature items at this restaurant are thin, crispy flatbreads. Pizzas, paninis and pastas are also on the menu. (L, D, LN)

20. NAPOLI’S

8228 E. 61st St., #114, 918-254-1111
Make a stop here if you’re craving Italian cuisine. (L, D)

21. PRIMROSE ACCESSORY

9318 E 71st St., 918-307-8571
Scarves. Belts. Jewelry. Handbags. It’s all here.

22. RIDGE GRILL

9999 S. Mingo Road, 918-994-4888
Enjoy steaks, seafood and more at this fine-dining destination. (D; open for brunch Sundays)

23. ROMANO’S MACARONI GRILL

6603 S. Memorial Drive, 918-254-7800
A variety of Italian options. (L, D, LN)

24. RON’S HAMBURGERS AND CHILI

7119 S. Mingo Road, 918-250-7667
Burgers and chili. What more needs to be said about this Tulsa chain? (L, D)

25. SAVASTANO’S

8211 E. Regal Place, Suite 109, 918-369- 9387
You’ll find authentic Chicago-style pizza at this restaurant. (L, D, LN)

26. TED’S CAFÉ ESCONDIDO

3202 W. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow, 918-254-8337
You’ll get great portions at this Tex- Mex destination. (L, D)

27. TEXAS ROADHOUSE

11111 E. 71st St. South, 918-461-8891
Texas Roadhouse promises large portions, casual atmosphere and reasonable prices. (D, LN)

28. WOODLAND HILLS MALL

7021 S. Memorial Drive, 918-252-7511
This mall features more than 165 stores, including about 80 that you won’t find anywhere else in town.


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