66 GUIDE C E L E B RAT I N G 1 00 Y E A R S OF R O U T E 66
Welcome to the Oklahoma Route 66 Guide! This book highlights the state’s Mother Road attractions. It is divided into Eastern, Tulsa, Tulsa to OKC (Midpoint), Oklahoma City, and Western sections. The book is arranged the way most travelers drive Route 66: from east to west. Please note many attractions are not open every day, and some have seasonal hours. We recommend calling ahead before visiting.
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Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios on 66
Stafford Air & Space Museum
Chicken Shack
Blue Whale of Catoosa
Patty Wagon
ROUTE 66 HISTORY
The Little Castle Beauty Salon is one of many businesses that have occupied Allen’s Conoco Fillin’ Station in Commerce since it was built between 1929 and 1930.
Time Travel
OKLAHOMA HAS A NUMBER OF EXCELLENT MUSEUMS DEDICATED TO THE MOTHER ROAD.
Route 66 is a perfect encapsulation of all the ways America changed in the twentieth century. This stretch of blacktop was the brainchild of an Oklahoman: Tulsa businessman Cyrus Avery, to be exact. Avery was a member of the federal board created to design the United States’ new highway system, and he lobbied for a road connecting Chicago and Los Angeles—and he made sure it would pass through Oklahoma.
Thanks to very’s efforts, Route 66 was commissioned in 1926 and paved over the next several years. It carried Dust Bowl migrants to California, as referenced in John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath—in fact, it was
Steinbeck who rst called it the Mother Road. It inspired songs and a 1960s television show—not to mention the ixar lm Cars and its sequels—and carried millions of Americans on road trips in the years following World War II.
Once the Interstate Highway System was expanded to 41,000 miles in the 1950s, the Mother Road’s fortunes began to decline. But small businesses, towns, cities, and supporters along the Route kept its spirit alive. As the twentyrst century dawned, renewed interest in the Mother Road took off, and now, Route 66 is a cultural juggernaut, supporting these same towns and businesses just the way they support it.
• National Route 66 Museum, Elk City. The National Route 66 Museum in Elk City’s Ackley Park takes visitors on a virtual tour of the Mother Road. Along the way, visitors encounter colorful audio kiosks, murals, vignettes, and memorabilia celebrating the historic highway, including an old truck that recalls the Okies’ ight from the Dust Bowl down Route 66 in the 1930s, as dramatized in Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath elkcity.com/ city-hall/departments/ elk-city-museum-complex
• Oklahoma Route 66 Museum, Clinton. Noted architect and Clinton native Rand Elliott designed this museum, which draws more than 35,000 visitors a year with classic cars, a 1950s-era Valentine diner, and many more delightful and charming Mother Road exhibits. okhistory.org/sites/route66
• Route 66 Interpretive Center, Chandler. In an abandoned National Guard armory is a treasure trove of Mother Road postcards, old motel keys, road maps—and one of the best gift shops on the Route. route66interpretivecenter.org
Travelers on Route 66 will fi nd a number of resources to aid their journeys. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation, Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission, and more agencies and associations are here to make sure you have everything you need to have a safe, enjoyable, trouble-free time in Oklahoma.
PLATEPAY:
Oklahoma’s Cashless Toll System
If you nd yourself on a toll road in Oklahoma, don’t start scratching around for quarters in the ashtrays: The state’s new cashless tolling technology allows you to continue on your way without stopping to pay. For more information or to pay an invoice, visit platepay.com.
OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
If your travel plans involve shing, hunting, or wildlife viewing, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation can help you out. Get fishing or hunting licenses, locate wildlife management areas, and more at wildlifedepartment.com.
OKLAHOMA ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL COMMISSION
With the support of the Oklahoma Historical Society, this commission supports Oklahoma’s Route 66 Centennial with educational and community events. okhistory.org/about/commission
OKLAHOMA ROUTE 66 ASSOCIATION
Since 1989, advocating for and educating people about Oklahoma’s 400+ miles of Route 66. oklahomaroute66.com
THE OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Stay up to date with current traffic and road conditions, get access to traffic camera, and get information on tolls and Oklahoma’s PIKEPASS program. Download now on the Google Play or Apple app stores. oklahoma.gov/odot.html
THE OKLAHOMA ROUTE 66 PASSPORT
Produced by the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department and the team behind Oklahoma Today magazine, this fun passport features sixty-six incredible stops along the Mother Road and the chance to earn prizes. Each completed section of the passport is rewarded with an exclusive keychain commemorating the 100th anniversary of Route 66. Order yours now at TravelOK.com/brochures.
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OKLAHOMA TRAVEL
GUIDES, BROCHURES, AND MORE!
The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department offers a number of resources to help you have the best time you can while in our state—as well as brochures and materials from our partners around Oklahoma. Pick printed guides up at Tourism Information Centers or order them for free or download digital versions at TravelOK.com/brochures.
OKLAHOMA’S OFFICIAL TRAVEL WEBSITE: TRAVELOK.COM
TravelOK makes planning your travels fun and easy. Search a wealth of content including travel ideas and itineraries, special interest pages, and all the information you need about events, attractions, accommodations, state parks, and more.
SOCIAL MEDIA
OKLAHOMA TODAY MAGAZINE
Follow along in real time with TravelOK’s social media apps! Our social media managers highlight destinations all over the state and provide pro tips to help you get the most out of your time in the state.
In continuous publication since 1956 and the winner of countless international awards, Oklahoma Today has been named the Offi cial Magazine of the Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial by the Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission. Next year’s six issues will feature special Mother Road content and collectible covers, plus the best of the whole state— destinations, food, events, history, culture, and more. Route 66 Guide readers can get a special discounted subscription rate by visiting okguide.oklahomatoday.com.
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RESOURCES
TRIP PLANNER APP
DON’T FORGET THE SOUVENIRS!
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Travel Information Centers
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The Oklahoma Tourism Rec reation Department maintains nine Travel Information Centers around the state—four of which are on or near Route 66. In addi tion to clean restrooms, great gift shops, and Oklahoma travel bro chures and maps, many of these locations now feature dog parks, sel e stops, picnic areas, and more. ach center is open seven days a week during regular busi ness hours, with the exception of the State Capitol location, which is open Monday through Friday. For more information, visit TravelOK.com/WelcomeCenters.
TICS ON 66
Miami: Interstate 44 And Will Rogers Turnpike, seventeen miles southwest of the Missouri border. (918) 542-9303
Oklahoma City:
Interstate 35, exit 137 12229 North I-35 Service Road (405) 478-4637 O ers ervice
State Capitol: 2300 North Lincoln Boulevard in Oklahoma City (405) 521-3356
Erick:
On Interstate 40, nine miles east of the Texas border. (580) 526-3283
MOTORCYCLES & EVS
ELECTRIC VEHICLES
MOTORCYCLISTS
Driving Route 66 on two wheels is, for many, an American rite of passage. And the Mother Road and its people are friendly to motorcyclists. However, you’ll want to keep an eye out for uneven or rough terrain, especially on older parts of the road, as some spots can be tough for motorcycle riders. Contact local authorities and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (oklahoma.gov/odot) for information on road conditions in speci c areas, or contact the Oklahoma ikers ssociation at (405) 812-6224 or at facebook.com/oklahomabikersassociation. Many motorcycle shops and dealerships are located along the Route, including:
It is possible to drive the entire length of Route 66 in an electric vehicle—the trick is being prepared. Oklahoma’s Route 66 EV infrastructure is very good, with multiple charging stations in many towns. Most of these are Tesla, Electrify America, Francis Energy, or ChargePoint brand chargers. Download the lugShare app to nd the ones you need, and try to stop where there are multiple chargers to ensure you nd one that works and don’t have to wait for others.
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Harley-Davidson 3637 South Memorial Drive in Tulsa (918) 622-1340
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5th Gear Cycle
Indian Motorcycles, Honda, Slingshot, and BMW of Tulsa 1200 West Southwest Expressway Drive in Broken Arrow (918) 258-4774 5thgearcycle.com
Harley-Davidson World 6904 West Reno Avenue in Oklahoma City (405) 631-8680 harleydavidsonworld.com
Indian Motorcycle of Oklahoma City 7 Northeast 10th Street in Oklahoma City (405) 606-3615 indianmotor cyclesofoklahoma.com
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
EASTERN
MIAMI TO BROKEN ARROW
If your Route 66 journey begins, as so many do, at Adams and Michigan in Chicago, your first taste of Oklahoma will come at the Kansas line near Quapaw. From there, it’s a journey through what we call Green Country: The Ozark foothills rise and fall in verdant glory, and the Mother Road unfolds with quirky stops aplenty, historic diners galore, and friendly locals to meet.
This Mother Road sign in Chelsea marks the entrance to the Route 66 Pedestrian Underpass Mural.
. . . the city of Miami’s downtown is an ever-changing murals gallery? So no matter how many times you visit (and we recommend many times), it’s always different! visitmiamiok.com
. . . Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees has more than 46,000 surface acres of water and 1,300 miles of shoreline? This scenic northeastern Oklahoma lake is a perfect spot for shing, boating, or just relaxing in nature.
. . . Ed Galloway’s Totem Pole Park in Foyil is Oklahoma’s largest example of a folk-art environment? Check it out just three and a half miles east of the Route on State Highway 28. (918) 283-8035
. . . Broken Arrow’s Rose District is home to more than fty places to eat, shop, and explore, including two history museums, a performing arts center, and a farmers market? rosedistrict.com GREEN
COUNTRY TOURISM
If you need more information about traveling the eastern section of the Mother Road, the good folks at Green Country have got your back. greencountryok.com
The PRYOR CREEK BRIDGE near Chelsea carried Mother Road traffic even before there was a Mother Road. Built in 1926, it now is closed to vehicles but open to those who wish to walk across this scenic historic landmark. First Street in Chelsea
FROM OKLAHOMA TODAY
Pie to the Sky
CLANTON’S CAFE IN VINITA IS ONE OF THE OLDEST CONTINUOUSLY OPERATING RESTAURANTS ON OKLAHOMA’S MOTHER ROAD, AND THE FIFTH GENERATION IS PREPARING TO TAKE THE REINS.
BY NATHAN GUNTER
GUY FIERI WAS NOT IMPRESSED WITH calf fries.
This so very Okie-coded of dishes, something of a rite of passage for the gastronomically adventurous in the Sooner State, wasn’t landing with the bleach-pated, backwards-sunglassed host of Diners, Driveins and Dives. Fieri was filming in Vinita at Clanton’s Cafe—for nearly a century a staple of the state’s Mother Road menu— and though he was digging what he was seeing and tasting, he wasn’t into the calf fries, which, while beloved by some, are not known as residents of Flavortown.
“He said, ‘This needs a sauce,’” says Dennis Patrick, who runs the place with his wife Melissa Clanton Patrick, great-granddaughter of the diner’s founder. “So he got back there in the kitchen and started mixing some things up, and now, we serve our calf fries with Guy Sauce—it’s the same thing he
mixed up that day. He said, ‘That’s yours. You can have it.’”
That wasn’t the only favor the show did this Mother Road institution. Dennis says the episode of Diners, Drive-ins and Dives Fieri shot that day re-airs every three or four months or so, and he sees a spike in sales each time. But Fieri isn’t the only expert to weigh in: In between shots of celebrities who’ve dined here (Toby Keith! Chris LeDoux!), the walls of Clanton’s are lined with framed articles from Garden & Gun, Gourmet, Southern Living, and many other magazines, newspapers, and TV spots.
OK, thinks the Mother Road wanderer: Doesn’t every small town along Route 66 have a little diner that’s widely beloved?
Simple answer: Not like this. While great eateries abound along the Route—especially in Oklahoma—few of them have had the staying power of Clanton’s. Founded in
Diners can get Clanton’s famous chicken-fried steak in sandwich form as well as other classics like a Hot Hamburger.
Clanton s Cafe in inita rst opened in as the Busy Bee and has een in its current location on llinois A enue since
Clanton’s Cafe
319 East Illinois Avenue in Vinita
(918) 256-9053
clantonscafe.com
Facebook: @clantonscafe
1927—Dennis says he’s going to celebrate the centennial next year, because why not?— it moved to a few places around town before opening in its current location in 1947.
“Melissa’s great-grandfather, Grant Clanton—they called him Sweet Tater—he was a potato farmer around the Dust Bowl times,” Dennis says. “He came into town and started a little restaurant called the Busy Bee, and he’d get his soups and stews ready to go and go out on the street corner with a pot and bang the pot so they knew it was ready.”
Melissa and Dennis are the fourth generation of Clanton kin to run this restaurant, and their sons Shaun and Michael can be seen working here most days in front of house and the kitchen. And the family vibe is felt in the food.
“It’s always been your basic diner food— home cooking,” Melissa says. “Chicken-
fried steak is the most popular, and chicken and dressing is next to it. People are used to dressing at Thanksgiving, but we have it every day. And as my grandpa said, if nothing else sounds good, you order a burger.”
Indeed, the chicken-fried steak is juicy, savory, and slathered in a rich white gravy (it’s also a popular choice for breakfast). And that’s only one of a selection of classic American dishes. The burgers are perfection, and that chicken-fried steak comes in sandwich form as well, but those seeking true satisfaction will want to find the section of the menu marked Favorites, as it’s a litany of home-cooked goodness like pot roast, grilled pork chops, fried fish filets, and more. And while many of the menu items are the same as they’ve been for a century— in some cases, the recipes are unchanged— there are some twenty-first century evolutions as well—salmon, for instance.
“The chicken-fried steak hasn’t changed; the chicken and dressing hasn’t changed; the chili hasn’t changed,” Melissa says. “You have to continue to evolve with the times, so we’ve added to the menu as people’s tastes have evolved.”
But no matter whether their ultimate meal comes from the past or present, diners won’t want to miss out on one of Clanton’s most famous offerings: its pies. The mile-high meringues and whipped toppings always raise eyebrows whether they’re atop coconut cream, chocolate, or lemon pie and homemade crust.
Just like the Route itself, Clanton’s is both a wild adventure and a warm blanket of Americana travelers can wrap around themselves for a little while before continuing on down that Mother Road, taking comfort in the fact that when they return, it’ll still be there.
SAXON SMITH
SAXON SMITH
SCAVENGER HUNT
If the outdoors are calling your name, don’t miss the seven areas of GRAND LAKE STATE PARK . The nearly 50,000 surface acres of water are perfect for shing, boating, hiking, and any kind of outdoor adven ture you can imagine—plus plenty of tent and RV camping for those who want to hunker down for the night. TravelOK.com/state-parks
Oklahoma is home to the Cherokee Nation, and Vinita’s CHEROKEE NATION ANNA MITCHELL CULTURAL & WELCOME CENTER is a great stop, with Cherokee art and artifacts, refreshment stations, and an EV charging stop. visitcherokeenation.com
In Verdigris, THE NUT HOUSE is housed in a log cabin made of actual pecan logs. Get some nuts, snacks, and treats for the road, but be sure to stop in at Hot Mama’s Deli for delicious soups, salads, and Boar’s Head sandwiches. 66nuts.com
Ten Native nations call the Miami (pronounced my-AM-uh) area home. Meet some of them at the MYAAMIA HERITAGE MUSEUM & ARCHIVE (kaakisitoonkia.org); SHAWNEE TRIBE CULTURAL CENTER (facebook.com/ShawneeCulture); and the QUAPAW TRIBAL MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP in nearby uapaw.
Into the history of the Route? Stop in at Vinita’s EASTERN TRAILS MUSEUM , with not only Route 66 memorabilia but artifacts from a local Civil ar battle, military items, and more. easterntrailsmuseum.org
Oklahoma wasn’t exactly stage center for the Civil ar, but his tory buffs won’t want to miss the CABIN CREEK BATTLEFIELD in ig Cabin, where two clashes between North and South occurred in 1863 and 1864. okhistory.org/sites/cabincreek
If you’re a fan of smoked meat and sides and your Route 66 travels have landed you in Afton, stop in at NOWHERE ON ROUTE 66 (918) 919-4111 and on Facebook
Don’t leave Miami without taking a tour of the famous COLEMAN THEATRE , built in 19 9 and restored and loved by locals, including the staff and volunteers who give tours of this gorgeous performance space every Tuesday through Saturday. thecolemantheatre.org
Start with the fried green tomatoes and end with a slice of pie. Everything else you eat at the famous HAMMETT HOUSE in Claremore—serving Route 66 visitors since 1969—is just gravy. hammetthouse.com
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Grand Lake State Park
Coleman Theatre
For a classic Route 66 burger in Miami, visit the last location of the WAYLAN’S KU-KU BURGER chain, which has one of the tastiest burgers—and one of the most sel e worthy neon signs—on the Mother Road. (918) 542-1696 or on Facebook
Night may fall on Route 66, but if you’re looking to keep the party going, HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA in Catoosa is the perfect place to lay your head. ith incredible restaurants, nightclubs, and concerts galore, you’ll never be bored. hardrockcasinotulsa.com
Lance Hunter’s amazing mural greets visitors to the D.W. CORRELL MUSEUM in Catoosa, which houses everything from exotic rocks and minerals to model cars, antique toys, and more. cityofcatoosa.org
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Waylan s u u Burger
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa
D.W. Correll Museum
ooking to get off the Route and recharge for a bit Turn south at fton and head toward the Grand Lake community of Monkey Island, where the SHANGRI-LA RESORT offers golf, spa treatments, cozy rooms, lakefront views, and delicious restaurants. shangrilaok.com
Will Rogers once was one of the biggest movie stars in the world and was (and still is) known as Oklahoma’s Favorite Son before his tragic death in 19 5. earn all about the Cherokee Kid—and peruse his famous one-liners—at the WILL ROGERS MEMORIAL MUSEUM in Claremore. willrogers.com
With excellent Asian staples like banh mi, eggrolls, and chicken fried rice, ELLE’S CAFE in Catoosa is sure to satisfy. But for a local favorite, try the Thai Basil Pork StirFry. elles-cafe-llc.square.site
Located in the historic Belvidere Mansion, Claremore’s THE PINK HOUSE restaurant is an upscale throwback with tasty delights like stuffed baked potatoes, uiche, delectable casseroles, and more. (918) 342-2544 or pinkhouseofclaremore.com
The HI-WAY CAFE in Vinita is a go-to stop for hungry Mother Road travelers on Oklahoma’s northeastern stretch of Mother Road. hi-waycafe.com
Claremore is home to the largest privately held collection of weapons in the United States, and visitors can tour it—plus artifacts about military history, a collection of beer steins, and more—at the J.M. DAVIS ARMS & HISTORICAL MUSEUM in Claremore. thegunmuseum.com
Reopening in summer 2026 after an extensive renovation that is adding a new visitor center and playground, the BLUE WHALE OF CATOOSA is one of Oklahoma’s most beloved Route 66 mascots. facebook.com/ thebluewhaleofcatoosa
Blue Whale of Catoosa
Will Rogers Memorial Museum
The Pink House
J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum
i Way Cafe
IN T , T C IT CIT OF T C ROK N TION OF OK OM , T TO KNOW A VIBRANT, CREATIVE NATIVE CULTURE—AND DO SOME REALLY GOOD EATIN’.
Morning
Lunch
ere’s a bit of music history efore she was an American Idol, Carrie Underwood waitressed at SAM & ELLA’S CHICKEN PALACE , which serves not chicken but delectable pizzas perfect for a lunch recharge. (918) 456-1411 or on Facebook
The only DEL RANCHO in Oklahoma that serves breakfast is in Tahle uah. Try the chicken fried breakfast, and thank us later. This Oklahoma chain has been serving its famous chicken fried steaks since 1959. 4800 Muskogee Avenue, (918) 456-0757 or delranchousa.com
hat’s the best way to follow up a breakfast like that ow about walking very slowly and deliberately through the CHEROKEE ARTS CENTER and the SPIDER GALLERY , where Cherokee artists’ works are on display? artscenter.cherokee.org
Dinner
A local favorite for more than ten years, LINNEY BREAUX’S CAJUN EATERY dishes openers like boudin balls and hush puppies and fantastic entrées like craw sh etouffée and red beans and rice. Tuesday through Friday night or all weekend, get a seafood boil. linneybreauxs.com
Afternoon
In Tahlequah, check out the CHEROKEE NATIONAL HISTORY MUSEUM , CHEROKEE NATIONAL SUPREME COURT MUSEUM , and the CHEROKEE NATIONAL PRISON MUSEUM , all connected by the CHEROKEE CULTURAL PATHWAY . visitcherokeenation.com
Overnight
Not too far from Tahlequah on the shores of Fort ibson ake, SEQUOYAH STATE PARK features a comfortable lodge, cozy lakeside cabins, and plenty of R and tent camping for a comfortable night no matter how you like to rest your head. TravelOK.com/Sequoyah
Cherokee Arts Center
TULSA
Route 66 was born in Tulsa—it was businessman Cyrus very, a Tulsan, who first conceived the idea of the Mother Road, and it’s in Tulsa where the Route achieves its perfect form, with vintage neon, mu er folk, historic architecture, legendary food, and more authentic American culture than you d think possible in just one city. But see for yourself: Tulsa is where Route 66’s heart beats.
Art Deco skyscrapers, churches, and other architectural treasures frame the length of Boston Avenue in downtown Tulsa.
. . . Tulsa’s collection of art deco architecture is renowned the world over? ee treasures like the oston venue
United Methodist Church, Philtower, and Philcade Building on an architectural voyage from Tulsa Tours tulsa.tours
. . . Tulsa has been a filming location for a number of major motion pictures and television shows including The Outsiders, Rumble Fish, Tulsa King, and most recently, FX’s The Lowdown starring than awke
TULSA TOURS
BLUE DOME DISTRICT
DOWNTOWN TULSA
PEARL DISTRICT
MEADOW GOLD DISTRICT
COUNCIL OAK PARK
CATHEDRAL DISTRICT
. . . Tulsa’s birthplace is at Council Oak Park? The Muscogee people ended their forced migration west at the historic Council Oak tree, which still stands downtown. creekcounciloaktulsa.org
KENDALL-WHITTIER MAIN STREET
UNIVERSITY DISTRICT
GATEWAY DISTRICT
ROUTE 66 MAIN STREET
TULSA MARKET DISTRICT
IKE'S CHILI
. . . one of Will Rogers’ favorite restaurants is still open in Tulsa? Stop by the famous Ike’s Chili right on Route 66, established way back in , when Oklahoma was less than a year old. ikeschilius.com
VISIT TULSA
For the best experience of T-Town, contact the folks at Visit Tulsa, who’ve got itineraries, maps, helpful travel tips, and much more. visittulsa.com
Flying High
The Tulsa Remote Mural by the artist JEKS is a colorful presence in downtown Tulsa’s Blue Dome District.
TULSA FROM OKLAHOMA TODAY
Good Night
TULSA’S NOCHE SERVES ELEVATED MEXICAN FARE IN A FUN, APPROACHABLE WAY.
BY GREG ELWELL
CONSIDER THE HUMBLE CHEESE enchilada. It is a staple of Oklahoma’s Mexican restaurants, almost like the California roll is to sushi. It’s simple. It’s satisfying. It’s a classic. It also can be boring. Uninspired. Meh to the blah power.
“We’re not trying to reinvent the wheel,” says Marco Herrera, former executive operator of Noche Woodfired Grill & Agave Bar in Tulsa. “The guest wants what the guest wants, and we want to give them that, so we try to do the best versions of those things that we can.”
Noche is neither a molecular gastronomy showcase nor a cookie-cutter Tex-Mex joint. Instead, the staff uses tried-and-true methods to help elevate beloved Mexican dishes without becoming unapproachable.
Noche’s cheese enchilada is a triumph of technique and execution. It starts with a soft but pliant corn tortilla that’s made in-house. Inside is a gooey, creamy filling
of cheese that is pleasantly warm and deeply flavorful thanks to the inclusion of a nutty Parmesan crema and smoky onions. Ladled lovingly over the top is a guajillo-ancho chili sauce with a mild tinge of heat accenting the smoky sweetness of the peppers. This dish is a savory amusement park, and diners’ tongues are in for a fun ride.
“If you want my pro move, cut it in half in the middle, and then take a bite from there,” Herrera says.
All that cheesy goodness would still be good without the chili sauce, but together, they’re magical. After the umami coats the taste buds, threatening to drown the palate in richness, the chili sauce creates a perfect counterbalance, deliciously wiping the slate clean for each new bite.
Those who arrive seeking Tex-Mex fare will not be disappointed, Herrera says. But beyond the enchiladas and fajitas
enough to convince even the most die-hard Tex-Mex fan to explore the menu further.
everyone adores, the menu is something of a Mexican travelogue, touring diners through the southern reaches, the coastal towns, and the more cosmopolitan cuisine of Mexico City, home to one of the world’s hottest food scenes.
Take, for instance, the tlayuda. Served almost like a pizza, it’s a large, crisp tortilla crust topped with herbaceous chorizo verde, queso Oaxaca, and refried beans, which provide the dish’s satisfying heft. Add salsa macha and cabbage for flavor and texture, and you’ve got something that’s familiar enough to enjoy and novel
If this were an SAT prep course, the Mayacoba beans that pepper the menu would be to pintos what Yukon Golds are to russet potatoes—buttery, creamy, and utterly satisfying. And where the beans are good, the rice must rise to meet it, and Noche’s golden rice does just that. The individual grains do not clump together but provide a flavorful and fluffy base that is delicious on its own and even better when soaking up the other flavors in the dish.
Even if Noche were housed in a gray concrete box, it would still be a must-visit for diners, but its vibrant, funky interior and carefully chosen soundtrack are as welcoming as the menu.
As good as the dishes coming off the wood-fired grill are, the agave bar at Noche is just as impressive, featuring drinks for every variety of taste. Even
better, the staff are experts who can educate and guide customers on their exploratory journey through the worlds of tequila, mezcal, sotol, and raicilla. They also serve a small selection of zero-proof cocktails, including a pistachio horchata.
While the team behind Noche is eager to expand the palates of Tulsa drinkers, the drink they sell the most of is the classic margarita. Herrera proudly proclaims Noche’s is the best in Tulsa.
“Today, we’ll probably touch close to 200 classic margaritas—250 if you include all the margaritas on the menu,” he says. “I think it’s the best in town, and I’m not afraid to say it. It’s amazing.”
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Right: he oche staff takes the agave bar part of the restaurant’s title very seriously.
TULSA SCAVENGER HUNT
Stella Atom, here, greets travelers at Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios on 66. She’s one of several mu er people on ulsa s stretch of the Route.
One of Tulsa’s most unmissable Route 66 experiences is meeting the mu er folk along 11th Street. Stop in to BUCK ATOM’S COSMIC CURIOS ON 66 , MEADOW GOLD MACK’S ROUTE 66 OUTPOST , and BUCK’S VINTAGE for excellent shopping and photo ops. buckatomson66.com
If Route 66 is a road trip back in time, there’s no better place to stop for a meal than THE VAULT in downtown Tulsa. This mod-fabulous restaurant features a groovy cocktail menu and vegan and vegetarian-friendly fare the whole table will want to try. vaulttulsa.com
Tulsa’s reputation as one of America’s great music cities is rising, thanks to a slew of excellent live venues and the presence of the WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER and BOB DYLAN CENTER in the Tulsa Arts District. A tour through these collections is a must for any music lover. woodyguthriecenter.org, bobdylancenter.com
The burning of Black Wall Street was one of Tulsa’s most tragic events. Learn about it at GREENWOOD RISING , which chronicles the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and the century of rebuilding that’s occurred since. greenwoodrising.org
The PHILBROOK MUSEUM
OF ART features thousands of square feet of galleries containing everything from the old masters to Kehinde Wiley—and beautifully manicured gardens where you’ll want to get lost for hours. philbrook.org
Is everyone in the car hungry but can’t agree on a stop? Check out MOTHER ROAD MARKET , with loads of startup restaurants, excellent shopping, and a shaded patio to cool your heels. motherroadmarket.com
In the KENDALL-WHITTIER district, take in a lm at the historic Circle Cinema (you might recognize it from The Outsiders), grab some sweet treats at Pancho Anaya akery or a coffee at She rews Coffee ouse, and explore one of Tulsa’s most vibrant areas. visitkendallwhittier.com
The recipient of numerous international awards—and the location of Tulsa’s major Route 66 Centennial celebration in 2026—GATHERING PLACE is a wonderland of discovery and the perfect place to get some fresh air. gatheringplace.org
VALERIE WEI-HAAS
athering Place
Mother Road Market
TULSA SCAVENGER HUNT
With a collection tracing the millennia-long history of the Jewish people from the preCanaanite era to the Holocaust to the present, the SHERWIN MILLER MUSEUM OF JEWISH ART is a must-visit Tulsa touchstone. jewishmuseumtulsa.org
Since it opened in 2015, MAGIC CITY BOOKS is one of the best places in Tulsa to expand your literary life with a new novel or at one of a hundred events throughout the year. magiccitybooks.com
One of the most enjoyable ways to spend a warm summer evening in Tulsa is at ONEOK FIELD watching the Tulsa Drillers play. Grab some peanuts and Cracker Jack, take in that stunning view of downtown, and root, root, root for the home team. tulsafield.com
Live music is big in Tulsa, and there’s a venue for every style and experience, from the arena-rocking shows at the BOK CENTER to more intimate spots like SOUNDPONY , THE COLONY , and THELMA’S PEACH visittulsa.com/events/ concerts-live-music
Bob Wills built Texas swing in Tulsa at CAIN’S BALLROOM , and the famous stage has been graced by everyone from U2 to The Sex Pistols to Chris Stapleton to Chappell Roan. Don’t miss your chance to see a show at this historic venue. cainsballroom.com
Rapper Danny Boy O’Connor of House of Pain lovingly restored the North Tulsa home that served as the shooting location for the hit lm The Outsiders, and now, a tour of THE OUTSIDERS HOUSE MUSEUM is an essential Tulsa experience. theoutsidershouse.com
Get all up in the best of Tulsa’s nightlife in the BLUE DOME DISTRICT , where bars and restaurants like Roof 66, Albert G’s Bar-B-Q, or St. Vitus are perfect for letting loose—and a room at the HOTEL INDIGO TULSA is a wonderful end to the whole evening. bluedomedistrict.com
LISHA NEWMAN
LORI DUCKWORTH
Blue Dome District
Cain’s Ballroom
Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art
SIDE QUEST
LESS THAN AN HOUR OFF THE MOTHER ROAD, THE CHARMING NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA TOWN OF BARTLESVILLE IS THE PERFECT SPOT FOR SOME EXPLORATION.
Morning
Start with breakfast at WEEZE’S CAFE , where hot coffee, uffy biscuits and eggs, omelets, and more will have you champing at the bit for some fun. weezescafe.com
Just a few steps away is the PRICE TOWER , the only skyscraper realized and built by Frank Lloyd Wright. Tours of this architectural treasure are available by request. Afterwards, get some fresh air in the adjacent Unity Square. visitbartlesville.com
Lunch
Remember this phrase: Gravy over all! ou’ll de nitely want to use it when you order the Hot Hamburger at MURPHY’S ORIGINAL STEAK HOUSE , a classic Bartlesville restaurant open since 1946. (918) 336-4789 or on Facebook.
Dinner
They say FRANK AND LOLA’S in downtown Bartlesville is haunted, but if it is, it’s only because even death couldn’t keep patrons from the delicious house-specialty green chili. frankandlolas.com
Afternoon
One of the greatest collections of art, historic treasures, and exotic animals is just a few miles up the road at WOOLAROC MUSEUM & WILDLIFE PRESERVE , which was oilman Frank Phillips’ private ranch and now attracts tens of thousands of visitors every year. woolaroc.org
Overnight
A cabin at OSAGE HILLS STATE PARK isn’t just a cozy place to curl up for the night—it’s an ideal portal to a morning hike along the park’s miles and miles of trails. TravelOK.com/Osage-Hills
Price o er
Frank and Lola’s
Murphy’s Original Steak House
Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preser e
LORI DUCKWORTH
MIDPOINT
SAPULPA TO EDMOND
Between Tulsa and Oklahoma City, the “Hundred Greatest Miles” of Route 66 unfurl with charming small towns, surprising public art—seriously, drive slowly through Davenport so you don’t miss the murals—eateries both down-home and world-renowned, and uld possibly contain.
One of the state’s most unforgettable Route 66 icons is the neon soda bottle at POPS 66 in Arcadia.
. . . there’s outoor fun for everyone at Arcadia Lake in Edmond? Fish for bluegill, catfish, and bass, or go waterskiing, boating, swimming, camping, and more at this 1,820-acre lake. edmondok.gov/338/Arcadia-Lake
. . . you can nd the perfect souvenir for anyone at The Shoppes on Main in ristow ere, independent vendors sell everything from fresh bread to crocheted pirates. facebook. com/shoppesonmain.bristow
. . . history hounds will find much to howl about at the Lincoln County Museum of Pioneer History in Chandler, which spans three buildings and more than a century? okpioneermuseum.com
. . . travelers can sate their crosscountry hunger with fried catfish, barbecue brisket, fresh-baked hand-pinched rolls, and much more at Tammy’s Round-Up Café in Davenport? tammysroundupcafe.com
MIDPOINT CORRIDOR ROUTE 66
If you need more information about traveling the middle of the Mother Road, the Midpoint Corridor has you covered. 100greatestmiles.com
SAPULPA
KELLYVILLE
Screen Time
S ’S T RI IN IS RIN IN T CTION, ROM NC , R M , N S CK TO RO T 66.
BY ABIGAIL SINGREY
WITH ITS TOWERING NEON SIGN along Route 66, it’s obvious that the TeePee Drive-In in Sapulpa is iconic. But it’s not just a cool spot to watch new and classic movies from the comfort of an automobile— it invites guests to relive the golden age of car travel. After folks finish their flick, they can spend a night in comfort in a restored 1950s Spartan trailer.
The drive-in first opened in 1950 then was abandoned in 1999. When the current owner, Joni Rogers-Kante, first toured it, the site was overgrown and desolate. The screen even had bullet holes in it. However, from her fond childhood
A night in one of the TeePee trailers is $116 to $200, and guests receive a free movie with their stay.
memories of evenings spent at the TeePee, she had a vision of what it could become. After extensive renovations, the drive-in reopened in April 2023. Now, a new generation of Sapulpans and Route 66 travelers can make their own memories.
“It brings together all these aspects of Americana,” former drive-in operations manager Chuck Foxen says. “It’s a throwback to the classic car culture of Route 66.”
Rogers-Kante not only wanted to restore the TeePee; she set out to expand the experience. She and her husband, Ben Kante, sourced twelve Spartan trailers
and began the painstaking process of restoring them, which is challenging.
“They were dented up and rusted through in places,” Rogers-Kante says. “Each one takes almost a year to strip down to the bare frame. There’s a lot of bodywork. Everything has to be done by hand since they are so old.”
After the bodywork on each trailer is complete, Rogers-Kante starts designing the interiors. Each one begins with a 1950s-era color as its inspiration. RogersKante spent a lot of time researching retro patterns and fabrics to create an interior that feels authentic to the time period.
Playgrounds and picnic tables welcome movie-goers who need to get out and stretch their legs for a bit between bouts of action.
“I thought about the things my mom and grandma had in their kitchens,” Rogers-Kante says. “When I saw those things online, I had to have them.”
So far, she’s completed an orangethemed 1952 Royal Spartanette and a redthemed 1956 Spartan Imperial Mansion, with plans for mint green, pink, yellow, and more accommodations in the works.
The two fully restored trailers now are tucked away at the back of the property and available to rent on Airbnb.
Foxen has been surprised at the number of guests from far-flung locations, including a Japanese couple and a pair of newlyweds from Italy driving from Chicago to California for their honeymoon.
“Each had their unique way of finding the TeePee Drive-In, but everyone wanted the throwback Americana experience of a drive-in,” Foxen says.
A typical evening at the TeePee starts when the gates open two hours before dusk, and the movie begins once the sun has set. There’s plenty to do beforehand, however, as the theater has a climbing wall and playground perfect for families. Visitors also can challenge each other to games of cornhole and Connect Four. In addition, concessions and a bar cart provide refreshments such as hot dogs and popcorn, and fire pits are available for s’mores in cool weather.
“This place is magic,” Foxen says. “And when the sun sets, it really comes alive. You really can’t beat watching a film under the stars.”
TeePee Drive-In
13166 West Ozark Trail in Sapulpa (918) 248-8243
teepeedrivein.com
SCAVENGER HUNT
Ancient One (at Sugar Hill)
dmond is home to three hundred pieces of public art located throughout the city, including the bronze abstract bison ANCIENT ONE (AT SUGAR HILL) by ino Miles ust off of Route 66. artedmond.com
THE ROCK CAFE isn’t ust legendary for its erman merican comfort staples like spaetzle and fried green tomatoes. awn elch, the Stroud hotspot’s owner, also inspired Sally Carrera in the 6 animated movie Cars . (918) 968-3990 or rockcafert66.com
It’s not a uke that KEN’S PIZZA has been slinging slices in Sapulpa since 196 . iners have fre uently called it the best pie in town. (918) 224-1562 or facebook.com/kenspizza
Chicken Shack on’t be fooled by the name CHICKEN SHACK in rcadia is in fact a palace on the prairie dedicated to the ne art of crispy chicken creation. (405) 277-5020 or eatatchickenshack.com
The ARCADIA ROUND BARN isn’t ust a great stop for those interested in architecture or historical gift shops. It also hosts live music events year round, including the Round arn Rendezvous every second Sunday of the month. (405) 396-0824 or arcadiaroundbarn.com
Once, folks traveled the country out of the Frisco train depot. Today, the BRISTOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM ust transports visitors back through time with photos, artifacts, and exhibits. (918) 367-9335 or bristowhistory.org
LIVING KITCHEN FARM & DAIRY in epew offers the fresh avors of the Oklahoma seasons served in a bucolic setting that feeds the soul of those who make reservations . It was also named semi nalist for Outstanding Restaurant in the ames eard wards. (918) 284-8169 or livingkitchenfarm.com
One of the oldest public learning institutions in the state, the 1889 TERRITORIAL SCHOOLHOUSE offers travelers a glimpse into pre statehood Oklahoma—and the early days of dmond. (405) 340-0078 or edmondhistoricaltrust.com
Route 66 is a highway that passes through eight states, so it’s no small feat to sort out all the facts and lore. Chandler’s ROUTE 66 INTERPRETIVE CENTER helps make more sense of the Mother Road with videos, exhibits, and more. (405) 258-1300 or route66interpretivecenter.org
Arcadia Round Barn
Route 66 Interpretive Center
SCAVENGER HUNT
lmost as good as riding a motor cycle down the Mother Road is a ourney through the SEABA STATION MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM in arwick, where you can see more than sixty ve two wheeled won ders in a 19 s gas station. (405) 258-9141 orsearch Facebook
For those who like to eat dinner dessert rst, CROSSROADS COOKERY in Sapulpa has fruit lled cheesecakes, Snowball cakes, and liss rtisan Ice Cream—with which they make shakes, oats, and affogatos. (918) 248-8244 or crossroadscookery.com
n egg, cheese, and apple sand wich, a ondon Fog latte, and a slow morning at MANVEL AVENUE COFFEE CO. in Chandler offer the perfect break from the road. (405) 258-0905 or manvelavecoffee.com
ison once roamed the reat lains en masse, but today their ma estic legacy lives on each time travelers pass by the six thousand pound, twelve foot tall GUARDIAN OF THE PLAINS bronze sculpture in Sapulpa. (918) 224-0170 or sapulpachamber.com
ven during one of Oklahoma’s famous thunderstorms, SUNNYSIDE DINER in dmond helps hungry patrons wake up on the bright side of the bed with a bevy of breakfast, brunch, and lunch options—even for vegetarians— all day. (405) 920-5144 or eatatsunnyside.com
Mother Road enthusiasts can’t miss the HEART OF ROUTE 66 AUTO MUSEUM in Sapulpa, where classic Caddies, lovely incolns, and dozens of other iconic driving machines get their due. (918) 2161171 or heartofroute66.org
If the family or friend group can’t decide on one type of food for dinner, the EDMOND RAILYARD and its eight options—including Italian, ice cream, and ramen—is sure to cover everyone’s avor bases. (405) 285-2100 or edmondrailyardok.com
If you see apple pie barbecue beans, burnt ends, or cheesy tater tot casserole on the menu, do you really need any more delectable reasons to stop by BUTCHER BBQ STAND in ellston (405) 240-3437 or butcherbbqstand.com
SAXON SMITH Butcher BBQ Stand
Crossroads Cookery
Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum
Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum
SIDE QUEST
Morning
MISSY’S DONUTS, BAKERY, AND DELI has two locations in the city, so there’s no reason not to start your adventure with a box of sweet glazed goodies and a hot cup of coffee. missysdonutbakerydeli.com
fter checking out the OKLAHOMA FRONTIER DRUG STORE MUSEUM & APOTHECARY GARDEN , visitors will never see Sooner State medicine the same ever again. ust don’t drink anything you nd lying around . (405) 282-1895 or drugmuseum.org
Afternoon
t this point, most travelers need a little pick me up, and MEOW & MOCHA CAT CAFE is the purr fect spot to relax and sip a tasty beverage— while also helping local adoptable cats nd their forever homes. meowandmochacatcafe.com
istoric downtown uthrie is lled with places to explore. isitors can take a piece home with them after stopping in at LOKALS GUTHRIE , a co op lled with locally made products ranging from fashion to home goods and more. The shop also hosts events and has a paint and craft bar. lokalsguthrie.com
Evening
There’s usually some high octane estern action happening at the LAZY E ARENA , so this is a must stop for those who like their broncos bucking and their cowpokes roping and riding. (405) 282-3004 or lazye.com
Oklahoma is beef country, so it ust makes sense to sample a tasty slab of meat cooked to order at GAGES STEAKHOUSE . The rack of pork with cinnamon apple sauce might not be as legendary as the town itself, but it should be. (405) 2823955 or gagessteakhouse.com
OVERNIGHT
The STONE LION INN BED & BREAKFAST is supposedly haunted. ut even those who don’t believe in spectral experiences of the unexplained kind still en oy the luxurious comfort and thrilling murder mystery parties held at this ma estic ictorian mansion. (405) 282-0012 or stonelioninn.com
Oklahoma Frontier Drugstore Museum
Stone Lion Inn Bed & Breakfast
Meow & Mocha Cat Cafe
Missy’s Donuts, Bakery, & Deli
OKC
You picked a good time to come to the capital city. We’re basking in the glow of the Larry O’Brien Trophy, and we’re looking forward to hosting Olympic softball and canoe slalom events in 2028. Meanwhile, there’s a world-class culinary scene, one-of-a-kind museums and cultural experiences, and enough Route 66 fun for more than one trip.
The Skydance Bridge is a pedestrian walkway that passes over Interstate 40 near downtown, connecting the north and south sides of Scissortail Park.
. . . Oklahoma is home to thirtynine distinctive First merican nations today Their collective cultures and histories are honored at the First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City’s Horizons District. It’s right next to the OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark famok.org, okanaresort.com
. . . Route 66 has taken many paths through the capital Over the course of its history, the Mother Road has been rerouted multiple times through the city. That just means spreading the 66 fun around to more areas. okc.gov/ community-recreation/route-66
. . . OKC is a city of champions? The Oklahoma City Thunder won its rst NBA title in 2025. See a home game at Paycom Center or buy some championship merch from the in-arena Thunder Shop any time. nba.com/thunder
CITY MUSEUM OF ART
. . . one of the largest collections of Dale Chihuly glass sculptures resides here? Visit the Oklahoma City Museum of Art’s permanent exhibition Dale Chihuly: The Oklahoma Collection, and get a photo with the towering fty ve foot sculpture in the lobby. okcmoa.com
Oklahoma City’s Historic Capitol Hill neighborhood features a mix of restaurants, bars, shopping, music venues, and the city’s largest annual atino festival— Fiestas de las m ricas—held every September. historiccapitolhill.com
Where the New Wild Things Are
IR FF S, N S, N S, N MOR M K T R ST NSION R IN T ISTOR OF T OK OM CIT OO.
BY KIERSTEN STONE
THE OKLAHOMA CITY ZOO IS even bigger than that little menagerie in San Diego. In fact, it’s home to more than three hundred species, and it inspires more than a million visitors each year to care about the creatures with which humans coexist.
It’s hard to believe there’s room for improvement. But after decades of work and planning, the zoo crew completed the largest habitat expansion in its history last
spring with a ribbon cutting to celebrate on March 26, 2025.
Expedition Africa covers twelve acres on the west side of the park and hosts African animals of all kinds—more than sixty species and two hundred individual animals, in fact. About twentyfour of those species are brand new to the zoo, including dwarf mongoose, an Ethiopian mountain adder, and two honey badgers.
Though that last one may have a sweet name, these bold, weasel-like critters are so chaotic and destructive, the Zoo is one of only four accredited zoos in the country where they reside. Here, the staff occupies them with an enrichment program featuring a climbing structure. Between their gymnastics and their rarity, the honey badgers quickly are becoming popular— though they aren’t the only new addition turning heads and capturing hearts.
“A staff favorite is the meerkats, because they just got here not that long ago, and everybody is just now getting a chance to really see them,” says Jennifer D’Agostino, the zoo’s director of veterinary services. “They’re constantly doing stuff, interacting with each other, and digging.”
Zoo staff also expanded their engagement opportunities. Visitors now can feed the giraffes year-round thanks to a new state-of-the-art barn. Lemur lovers can learn more about the primates during a Caretaker Chat, and the porcineinclined can have a Wild Encounter with a Red River hog in Expedition Africa.
Several animals reside behind glass in the restrooms in the renovated Love’s Pachyderm Building, including a Madagascar giant hognose snake in the women’s room and an ocellated skink in the men’s room. And the four-foot-long dwarf crocodile delights kids by coming nose to nose with them behind his glass tank. (And Zoo visitors also can opt to stay overnight in Expedition Africa’s new Baobab Lodge.) Outside, among the many new enclosures are two multispecies savanna habitats. One will be home to the growing giraffe herd and ostriches, as well as Nile lechwe and common eland—a type of antelope—while the other will shelter zebras and wildebeests.
Zoogoers won’t be the only ones observing the Savanna Overlook. One of the walkways runs between the savanna and the back of the African lion exhibit, where the cats like to lay, pace, and enjoy their new view.
“It’s really fun to observe, because the cats also have a direct line of sight to the giraffes, especially that baby giraffe,” D’Agostino says. “They really, really like the baby giraffe. They’re always on the hill staring at it.”
Animal enrichment is a big part of the zoo’s overall mission, and Expedition Africa was designed with that in mind. The giraffe exhibit incorporates unique feeders, where the ungulates have to use their long tongues to get food as they would in the wild. For the carnivores like African painted dogs, the habitat has a zipline where carcasses slide down, allowing the pack animals to exercise their wild instincts to work as a team.
Everything from enrichment opportunities to the habitat layouts was carefully designed to make everyone’s experience— including the animals’—good.
“We don’t only have the best zoo around, but one of the best zoos in America,” Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt said at the Expedition Africa opening. “Every few years, we get to cut the ribbon on something pretty spectacular, and this certainly meets that standard.”
Oklahoma City Zoo 2000 Remington Place in Oklahoma City (405) 424-3344 okczoo.org
Expedition Africa, the renovations to the Love’s Pachyderm Building, and related improvements cost about $35 million.
OKLAHOMA CITY
SCAVENGER HUNT
The interior of the STATE CAPITOL BUILDING might qualify as the largest free art museum in Oklahoma. Following the recent completion of a massive restoration project, murals and large historic pieces can be found at every turn. Attend a free docent-led tour and don’t skip the second oor’s etty rice allery. arts.ok.gov/tours
Stretch your legs for a bit at STINCHCOMB WILDLIFE
REFUGE , a little slice of nature not far from the heart of OKC. Hikers and bikers will join you on the trails, but the real spectacle is up above, as this is a great birding spot. Crossing the steel-truss ake Overholser ridge over the North Canadian River to get there is a thrill in its own right. okc.gov/ Community-Recreation/OKC-Parks
Though recently restored, the CLASSEN GRILL still blends hints of ’70s nostalgia with new-age merican diner air. reakfasts can come classic, like in an omelet or smothered hash, or with a southwestern twist like the Christmas burrito or a Benedict with al pastor. Locals come for a tall glass of the fresh-squeezed orange juice. classengrill.com
rrest your tastebuds in beefy avor with a visit to PATTY WAGON , a favorite among local burger heads. They bake their own buns, form their own patties, and cut their own fries. The Big John and Beanie Burger are signature hits, but don’t overlook the always creative chef specials. thepattywagonok.com
For family fun that also expands the mind, look no further than SCIENCE MUSEUM OKLAHOMA . The wonders of motion, physics, and art are made accessible in CurioCity, and the expanses of the cosmos dazzle all inside the ove’s lanetarium. sciencemuseumok.org
icnickers and restless young one havers are always thankful for ROUTE 66 PARK , a plaza and playground where admission is free. Climb the watchtower, walk a miniature version of the Mother Road, or practice your heel ips in the skate park. visitokc.com
Whether it’s a celebration or just a Wednesday, CHEEVER’S CAFÉ is a favorite for every occasion. in ers love the opening bread basket, hearty meals like chicken-fried steak with alape o cream gravy, and wholesome options like quinoa avocado salad. cheeverscafe.com
The BRADFORD HOUSE boutique hotel boasts an interior resembling something in the style of a Wes nderson movie. The grand home, more than a century old, has been impeccably restored, designed, and appointed with thirty-six unique guest rooms. The restaurant and bar are great stops too—as is the QUINCY BAKE SHOP , which is open through the evening. bradfordhouseokc.com, quincybakeshop.com
Science Museum Oklahoma
State Capitol Building
Patty Wagon
Bradford House
OKLAHOMA CITY
SCAVENGER HUNT
Some of the best New Mexican cuisine this side of the Mountain Time one can be found at EL COYOTE NEW MEXICAN BAR & CANTINA in the Britton District on Route 66. Stacked enchiladas and the Green Chile Double Cheeseburger break bad in the best way possible. If the weather’s nice, en oy a drink by the re on the outdoor patio. elcoyoteokc.com
Oklahoma is rich with cowboy culture, and the NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM forever enshrines the people, art, and attitude that make the Old West legendary. Take a guided tour, marvel at period tools and saddlery, explore the full-scale Western town, and take home a keepsake from the gift shop. nationalcowboymuseum.org
Route 66 travelers pass through Oklahoma City’s thriving ASIAN DISTRICT , home to some standout astern avors. ocals have been loving ietnamese pho from family owned establishments like PHO LIEN HOA for decades. GRAND HOUSE dazzles with weekend dim sum sure to please a crowd. asiandistrictok.com, pholienhoa.net, grandhouseokc.com
Find someone who stares at you the way Okies stare at the raum’s Ice Cream & Dairy Stores logo. The historic wedge-shaped MILK BOTTLE GROCERY in the sian istrict no longer houses groceries or milk— raum’s or otherwise—but it is a cherished landmark.
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
Milk Bottle Grocery
The eye-catching, retrofuturistic sci look of the GOLD DOME building is hard to miss. The geodesic dome structure was inspired by the works of uckminster Fuller and constructed in 1958 as a bank. Currently, the structure only can be admired from afar, but there are plans to convert the space into an event and concert venue.
ears before birria became a mainstream food trend, BIRRIERIA DIAZ was open near the west side of Oklahoma City. Their tacos, fajitas, and carnearrachera are stellar as well, but it’s hard to resist the namesake birria, both in its standalone and quesabirria taco forms. birrieria-diaz.com
As WING SUPREME puts it, “small wings, big avor. Recognized as one of the best destinations for bone-in and boneless chicken wings in the state, Wing Supreme is out to prove size isn’t everything. They offer nearly twenty dry rub and sauced avor options, including their signature sweet and spicy oney ove. wingsupreme.com
There is no shortage of burgers on the Mother Road, so for a changeup, stop in at SHEESH MAHAL Colorful and spicy Indian and akistani dishes like butter chicken and chicken biryani make meal time lively. sheeshmahalrestaurant.us
TOWER THEATRE is the heartbeat of activity in the ptown 23rd District. Touring music legends and indie darlings, premier local talent, and themed events populate the performance space almost daily, adding nightlife pizazz to the iconic neon sign and marquee. towertheatreokc.com
The 39TH STREET DISTRICT is Oklahoma City’s historic gayborhood. Lounge by the pool at the DISTRICT HOTEL , get a sel e with one of nine colorful murals, or party at mainstay clubs like ANGLES and THE BOOM where the Sunday ospel runch drag show is a local favorite that is decidedly twenty one and up. The area is a hub for community and nightlife all year. 39thstreetdistrict.com, districthotelok.com, facebook.com/theboomokc
JENNIFER PITTS
Tower Theatre
39th Street District
Gold Dome
SIDE QUEST
Breakfast
hy complicate things hatever energy THE DINER saved by not coming up with a gimmicky name or spin on breakfast classics went into making sure they deliver diner staples like pancakes, omelets, and breakfast burritos right. It’s been a Norman favorite since 19 9. thedinerofnorman.com
Afternoon
Home games at the GAYLORD FAMILY OKLAHOMA MEMORIAL STADIUM , home of Oklahoma
Sooner football, are the city’s biggest attraction. If it’s not football season, don’t sleep on men’s and women’s basketball at the LLOYD NOBLE CENTER or dynastic softball play at the newly opened LOVE’S FIELD . soonersports.com
Morning
The SAM NOBLE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY thrills with dinosaurs, Native artifacts, and more. The NATIONAL WEATHER MUSEUM AND SCIENCE CENTER gives visitors a taste of the research going on at the National Weather Center. samnoblemuseum.ou.edu, nationalweathermuseum.com
Dinner/Drinks
There’s a lot to cram into a day in Norman, so it helps to nd a place that’s open late. THE MONT ts that bill, serving shareable appetizers, burgers, and Mexican specialties— along with famous frozen cocktails— until 2 a.m. themont.com
Lunch
TARAHUMARA’S MEXICAN CAFE & CANTINA is one of the best places to experience Oklahoma’s uni ue take on Tex Mex. Free chips and queso; salt-brimmed margaritas lively atmosphere and delicious tamales, fajitas, enchiladas, and more make this a must visit. tarahumarasmexicancafe.com
overnight
ust a short distance from the O campus and stadium, the boutique NOUN HOTEL offers spacious and stylishly furnished suites. Grab a drink from the ON ar for a great view of the surrounding university. nounhotel.com
The Diner
The Mont
Sam Noble Museum of Natural History LACI
YUKON TO ERICK
Oklahoma’s western stretch of Route 66, starting in Yukon and ending at the Texas state line, is full of so much Mother Road love, one trip might not be enough. From the excellent food in Yukon and El Reno— an onion burger is a Route 66 must—to fascinating museums and small-town charm, Western Oklahoma welcomes you.
The El Reno Mother Road Monument, conveniently located near Sid’s Diner, is a can’t-miss Route 66 photo opportunity.
. . . peanuts are one of the most common crops in the state? Stop by Nutopia Nuts N More in Hydro for some candies and nuts, and treat yourself to an Oklahoma Route 66 road snack. nutopianutsandmore.com
. . . the historic Beckham County Courthouse earned itself an appearance in the 19 lm The Grapes of Wrath? The Sayre lndmark can be seen on-screen for thirty seconds, but it went on to have more than ust fteen minutes of fame. nps.gov/places/ beckham-county-courthouse.htm
. . . the wind turbines visible between Weatherford and Clinton are 262 feet tall? Stop by the Weatherford Wind Energy Center to see one of the 122-foot turbine blades up close. The wind farm spans two counties and generates 998 megawatts. cityofweatherford.com
. . . Lucille’s Service Station was named after the woman who came to be known as the “Mother of the Mother Road?” It continues to be a welcoming stop along Route 66 with its vintage red gas pumps. lucillesroadhouse.com
Bridge Club
The 3,944-foot Pony Bridge near Bridgeport once made an appearance in The Grapes of
. Now, it’s a popular photo stop.
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FROM OKLAHOMA TODAY
All Aboard
THE HERITAGE EXPRESS TROLLEY AND CANADIAN COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM ARE TICKETS TO THE PAST.
BY KAITLYN WELDON
NOW KNOWN FOR DELICIOUS
onion burgers and the giant annual celebration thereof every spring, El Reno is a town with a rich heritage that began when the Darlington Agency first established a camp at Fort Reno in 1874. Naturally, a town that is older than the state itself is teeming with fascinating stories around every corner, but the Canadian County Historical Museum is practically filled to the rafters with the tales of those who made this town what it is today.
Museum director Vicki Proctor’s father was a founding member.
“I was raised at the museum,” she says. “My passion is to keep the museum going.”
To that end, Proctor has been the organization’s president for more than thirty-five years. Aside from Proctor and the other board members, a group of twenty-one dedicated volunteers keep the museum running and give tours—which are chock-full of interesting stops. There’s the original Rock Island Depot, where visitors can learn about how the railroad helped put the town on the map. The Red Cross built its first canteen in the United States in a log cabin here in 1918. Though the paint is peeling, the Possum Holler one-
room schoolhouse conjures images of kids riding horses to school and lugging along their lunches in syrup buckets. History buffs also might be interested in General Sheridan’s former headquarters—the oldest standing structure in the county—and the petrified tree, which is even older (by at least a million years or so).
Many people love the old El Reno Hotel, which opened its doors to the public in 1892 and served travelers for more than eighty years until closing in 1974. The final owner, Catherine Lemon, insisted on caring for the aging building until it was moved to the museum grounds in 1984.
Proctor says the museum has become like a community in and of itself. That might be because the locals happily donate items to promote the preservation of their own historic pasts.
“We hardly have an archive, because we try to display everything donated to us,” Proctor says. “Each item has a description and tag with the donor’s name on it.”
Just when visitors think the tour is finished, a jolly shout of “All aboard!” lets them know it’s time to catch a ride on the Heritage Express Trolley. Reaching into their pockets to pull out their ticket to ride might feel a little like Charlie Bucket
Though folks still can visit the museum, they’ll have to head to downtown El Reno to enjoy the Heritage Express Trolley in December.
entering Willy Wonka’s factory. A window seat on the trolley affords riders a view of the city while the conductor wows the audience with tales from a bygone era highlighting the history of El Reno.
But the trolley doesn’t just travel to the past. Those who’ve seen Twisters might recognize it, since a replica of it appears in the movie. The Twisters crew measured the trolley, took photos from all angles, and worked meticulously to recreate this local treasure until the wee hours of the morning, according to Proctor. Though the scene is brief, it has brought extra tourism to the community.
No matter where the Heritage Express Trolley, the Canadian County Historical Museum, or even the town of El Reno go next, it’s safe to say Proctor and her team of passionate historians at the Canadian County Historical Museum will be protecting the past and all of its fascinating stories.
The Canadian County Historical Museum
300 South Grand Avenue in El Reno (405) 262-5121
Open Wednesday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. canadiancountymuseum.com
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WESTERN
SCAVENGER HUNT
Red Dirt music was born and bred in Oklahoma. Cross Canadian Ragweed’s Grady Cross has GRADY’S 66 PUB and GRADY’S GREEN ROOM MUSIC SHOP in downtown Yukon, where Mother Road travelers can take in the iconic Sooner State sound and more. gradys66pub.com
There isn’t much that’s better than free queso, and PECINA’S MEXICAN CAFÉ always has fresh chips to scoop it with. The familyowned business started in Hinton and now has two more locations along Route 66 in Weatherford and El Reno. pecinas.com
In downtown Elk City, THE BLUEBIRD welcomes travelers in for a cozy stay after a long day on the Mother Road. Guests can wash their cares away and fall in bed feeling light as a feather, as each room includes a private bath and a king bed. bluebird.place
For breakfast and lunch, hungry travelers can stop in at the ROUTE 66 CAFE AT THE MARKET in Clinton. Whether you're an early bird or a late riser, there are plenty of options to choose from, such as breakfast sandwiches, burritos, burgers, and more. rte66cafe.com
The famous onion burger originated in El Reno, so it’s only right to make a pit stop and enjoy the Oklahoma staple. They can be found on the menu at SID’S DINER , ROBERT’S GRILL , and JOHNNIE’S GRILL sidsdinerok.com, facebook.com/robertsgrill1926, johnnieshamburgersconeys.shop
While it once was a place no one wanted to end up in, the TOWN HOOSEGOW now makes for an interesting pit stop. Located in Geary, this old two-cell wooden jail was built in 1893 and is one of the oldest jails in the state.
107 East Main Street in Geary
GREEN CHILE KITCHEN ROUTE 66 in Yukon serves up a variety of New Mexican-inspired fare, from enchiladas to burgers. Each menu item includes the namesake ingredient, all the way down to the house specialty dessert, which is a green chile apple pie with ice cream. greenchilekitchen.com
Weatherford has been dubbed “Space City,” and it has the credentials to prove it. With the Smithsonian affiliated STAFFORD AIR & SPACE MUSEUM and a new thirty-foot SPACEMAN downtown, travelers can reach for the stars. sta o dmuseum.o
Experience the history of the Main Street of America throughout Oklahoma at the OKLAHOMA ROUTE 66 MUSEUM in Clinton. Each exhibit is accompanied by its own themed music, such as the Big Band era. okhistory.org/sites/route66.php
Oklahoma Route 66 Museum
Route 66 Cafe at the Market
Sid’s Diner
FOSS STATE PARK west of Clinton is an ideal spot for a little bit of that #lakelife. Take a spin around the disc golf course, go horseback riding, take a hike, or spend a day shing and boating on the lake. There also are camping and RV facilities and two furnished cabins if you’re looking for a cozy night’s stay. TravelOK.com/Foss
Take a trip through time at Weatherford’s HEARTLAND OF AMERICA MUSEUM , which houses more than thirty-two exhibits. Featured artifacts range from the late nineteenth century to the 1950s, including a Vietnam-era helicopter, a 1931 Ford Model A, and more. oklahomaheartlandmuseum.com
With locations in Weatherford and Clinton, LUCILLE’S ROADHOUSE welcomes travelers in the same manner Lucille Hamons, the “Mother of the Mother Road,” did. Enjoy Southern-style comfort food in the steakhouse seating area or kick back and enjoy your meal in the retro ’50s diner side. lucillesroadhouse.com
Oklahoma is known for its stunning sunsets. At WHITE DOG HILL in Clinton, diners can take one in while enjoying their meal at the former country club turned steakhouse. Stop by the renovated caretaker’s house, now The Beany Bar, for a cold beer or house cocktail. whitedoghill.com
Elk City’s ACKLEY PARK is full of opportunities for fun, including the Route 66 themed Puttin’ in the Park. This eighteen-hole mini golf course allows players to putt past Mother Road icons while trying for a hole in one. elkcity.com
The ELK CITY MUSEUM COMPLEX is made up of ve different museums, including the NATIONAL ROUTE 66 MUSEUM . Take a trip through each state the Mother Road passes through before exploring the other museums onsite such as the National Transportation Museum and the Old Town Museum. elkcity.com
In a quaint Victorian farmhouse in Elk City, THE COUNTRY DOVE GIFT & TEA ROOM welcomes guests inside for a cup of tea or lemonade, freshly baked pies, or creamy chicken and avocado sandwiches—along with French silk pie, they are one of the tea room’s signature dishes. Search The Country Dove on Facebook
Established in the 1870s, FORT RENO has many a tale to tell. Visitors to El Reno can tour the grounds and learn about its storied history: the days of the Darlington Indian gency, the uffalo Soldiers, the beloved riderless horse named Black Jack, and more. fortreno.org
A popular stop for truckers, TRUCK STOP 40 outside Sayre offers authentic un abi cuisine, such as dal (black lentils), bhindi (crispy okra with tomato sauce), fresh yogurt, and more. 11561 North 1900 Road in Sayre
White Dog Hill
Fort Reno
Lucille’s Roadhouse
SIDE QUEST
NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA IS A VERITABLE PLAYGROUND OF HISTORIC SITES, COMFY OVERNIGHTS, OUTDOOR ADVENTURE, AND UNBEATABLE FOOD. TAKE A DETOUR!
Overnight/Breakfast
How better to enjoy traveling the historic Mother Road than with an overnight stay in a historic hotel? At the NOBLE HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST in Watonga, guests can tuck into a comfortable bed in one of the six rooms . After resting up, it’s time to refuel in the morning with the house’s fresh homemade delights. noblehousebb.net
Morning
The T.B. FERGUSON HOME MUSEUM once was the home of its namesake Territorial Governor and his wife Elva. This 1901 Victorian house also helped inspire Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Edna Ferber to write Cimarron when she stayed with the couple. tbfergusonhome.org
Afternoon
When cruising Route 66, it’s always a good idea to stretch your legs when you can, and ROMAN NOSE STATE PARK is full of opportunities. isitors can sh, hike, golf, rent a paddle boat, and even go for a swim. And a room at the park lodge is a great overnight. TravelOK.com/RomanNose
Lunch
Whether you call it THE HOTDOG JOINT or CATHEY'S CAFE , this Watonga eatery is an excellent lunch stop six days a week. While hot dogs are a given here, there also are burgers, patty melts, spaghetti, and more on the menu. facebook.com/thehotdogjointetc
Dinner
Just a stone’s throw from Watonga is EISCHEN’S BAR in Okarche, the oldest bar in state, originally built in 1896. Nowadays, it’s world famous for its fried chicken, okra, and white bread setup. Locals know to go on weekdays to avoid the crowds. eischensbar.com
Eischen’s Bar
T.B. Ferguson Home Museum
Roman Nose State Park
LISTINGS
Locally grown. Family made. Always fresh. Swing by Miller Pecan for premium nuts, gourmet candy, and specialty treats — perfect for snacking, gifting, and baking.
MILLER PECAN COMPANY
21853 S. Hwy 69 • Afton, OK. 74331 millerpecancompany.com
AFTON
Miller Pecan Company
21853 S Hwy 69 (918) 257-6887 millerpecancompany.com
Nowhere on Route 66 Barbecue
300 SE First St (918) 919-4111
Route 66 Motel 21751 S Hwy 69 (918) 257-8313
ARCADIA
OK County 66 13441 E Hwy 66 (405) 396-2055
Paul McCartney Sign Hiwassee Rd & Old Hwy 66
Arcadia Round Barn 107 E Hwy 66 (405) 396-0824 arcadiaroundbarn.com
The Chicken Shack—Arcadia 212 Hwy 66 (405) 277-5020 eatatchickenshack.com
BETHANY
All American Pizza 2301 N Rockwell Ave (405) 491-6200 allamericanpizzaokc.com
Chow's Chinese Restaurant 3033 N May (405) 949-1663
BEDLAM BAR-B-Q 610 NE 50th • OKC, OK 73105 bedlambarbq.com • (405) 528-RIBS
Bedlam BAR-B-Q smokes meats to perfection: ribs, brisket, chicken, turkey, sausages! Homemade desserts! Enjoy a cocktail on the BEST OKC PATIO with LIVE LOCAL MUSIC!
Civic Center Music Hall 201 N Walker Ave (405) 594-8300 okcciviccenter.com
Cous Cous Cafe
6165 N May Ave (405) 286-1533 couscouscafeokc.com
DNA Galleries 1709 NW 16th St (405) 525-3499 dnagalleries.com
Dolese Youth Park 5105 NW 50th St (405) 297-2756 okc.gov/departments/parks-recreation
Quapaw Tribal Museum 905 Whitebird St (918) 238-3157 quapawtribe.com/index.aspx?NID=108
SAPULPA
Bartlett-Carnegie Sapulpa Public Library Mural 27 W Dewey Ave
Booker T Washington Recreation Center 209 N Gray St (918) 227-5151 sapulpaparks.com/btwcenter.html
Boss Hawg BBQ 802 W Taft Ave, Ste D (918) 807-4055 thebosshawgbbq.com
Cedar Rock Inn, a historic and enchanting bed-and-breakfast, is nestled in the rolling hills of West Tulsa, Oklahoma just o Route 66. This 1890 home, once owned by Muscogee Creek Nation allottee Tecumseh Perrman, o ers a unique blend of history and luxury.
CEDAR ROCK INN 4501 West 41st St • Tulsa, OK 74107 cedarrockinn.com • (918) 447-4493
Explore The Church Studio, Tulsa’s historic recording studio and Tulsa Sound museum, honoring music, preservation, and creativity, from legendary recordings to today’s inspiring artists.
THE CHURCH STUDIO
304 S Trenton Ave. • Tulsa, OK www.thechurchstudio.com • (918) 894-2965
Burgers N More Inc 902 S Hickory St (918) 224-7770
Cafe USA
725 S Mission (918) 248-8722 cafeusa.org
Chuck-It Axe Co 12 S Water St (918) 347-9173 chuckitaxco.com
Crossroads Cookery 117 E Dewey Ave (918) 248-8244 crossroadscookery.com
Dancing Skeleton Meadery 609 S Main St, Ste B (918) 280-8481 dancingskeletonmeadery.com
Happy Burger 215 N Mission St (918) 224-7750
James Calley Brewing 117 E Hobson Ave (918) 347-7527 jcbrew.com
Pablo's Fine Authentic Mexican Food 801 E Dewey Ave (918) 227-9966
Rock Creek Bridge 1200 W Dewey Ave
Route 66 Mural Dewey Ave & Main St
Sahoma Lanes 1499 N 9th St (918) 224-2695 sahomalanes.com
Sapulpa Fire Museum 124 E Lee Ave (918) 224-4871 sapulpahistory.org/historical-museum.html
Sapulpa Historical Museum 100 E Lee Ave (918) 224-4871 sapulpahistory.org/historical-museum.html
Steak & Eggs 1112 E Taft (918) 227-1862
Tee Pee Drive-In 13166 W Ozark Trail (918) 928-5500 teepeedrivein.com
Waite Phillips Filling Station Museum 26 E Lee Ave (918) 224-4871 sapulpahistory.org/filling-station-museum.html
SAYRE
Beckham County Courthouse 104 S 3rd St (580) 928-2457 beckham.okcounties.org
El Charro 308 NE Hwy 66 (580) 928-9227 elcharrocafe.com
Gallery @ 112 112 W Main St (580) 928-0002 riversedgeartssociety.weebly.com
Riverside Gardens 302 S 4th St (580) 729-8336
STROUD
Cattle Country Lodge 1200 N 8th Ave (918) 968-9515 cattlecountrylodge.com
Ozark Trail Obelisk 1.4 miles south of Route 66 & 3540 Rd (918) 968-3321
Route 66 Spirit of America Museum 220 W Main St (918) 968-0057
Route 66 Tool Tree 224 W Main St (918) 968-3942
Ruby's
429 W Main St (405) 240-0735
Skyliner Motel
717 W Main St (918) 968-9556
The Rock Cafe 114 W Main St (918) 968-3990 rockcafert66.com
TEXOLA
One Room Jail Main Ave & 4th St
Tumbleweed Grill & Country Store Route 66 Old Highway Route 66 (580) 526-3914
TULSA
21.5 Boutique Hotel 21.5 Reconciliation Way (918) 728-4267 21andahalftulsa.com
Admiral Twin Drive-In 7355 E Easton St (918) 878-8099 admiraltwindrivein.com
Albert G's Bar-B-Q
2748 S Harvard Ave (918) 747-4799 albertgs.com
Albert G's Bar-B-Q 421 E 1st St (918) 728-3650 albertgs.com
American Solera Brewery 1702 E 6th St (918) 949-4318 americansolera.com
Antoinette Baking Company 207 N Main (918) 764-8404 antoinettebakingco.com
Big Baby Rolls & Donuts 3739 E 11th St (918) 551-6020 bigbabyrolls.com
Big Dipper Creamery 3633 S Peoria Ave (918) 948-8208 bigdipperok.com
Bill's Jumbo Burgers 2002 E Admiral Blvd (918) 592-5191
