radish, 1730 S. Boston Ave: “Midwesterranean” food brings an Okie twist to Mediterranean cuisine. Great grilled chicken, pita sandwiches and appetizers. Pictured: Mediterranean Cobb salad that can be topped with grilled chicken, falafel, or meat gyros.
918 Maples Cafe & Catering, 8151 E. 21st St.: Excellent birria tacos is the headline for an extensive menu at this small restaurant.
Cherry Street Kitchen, 111 W. Fifth Street: The new Cherry Street Kitchen has been moved from its original 15th Street location and offers an expanded menu plus full bar service.
Day Break Cafe, 8178 S. Lewis Ave: Fans of Old First Watch will find most of their favourites, as well as some new twists, at this brunch restaurant.
Brick Bros. Pizza, 2 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby: Quality ingredients, unique combinations, and a brick oven make excellent pizza worth a visit down south.
inheritance juice, 108 S. Detroit Ave: Healthy alcoholic beverages are the star here, but the lunch menu is packed with vegan items.
Fresh Mexican Calaca, 6902 S. Lewis Ave.; 3202 S. Sheridan Road: California-style Mexican food – the rice and beans are good enough to order on their own.
Gambil wine and coffee1102 S. Lewis Ave: Spanish-style tapas and coffee, as well as local, national and international wines.
Curd and whey, 1124 S. Lewis Ave: Chef Faith Walker describes what she does as “sophisticated comfort food” with items like Very Berry Salad and Cali Girl ($13) with fresh avocado, sweetened bacon, and delicious ranch treats; Topping the fried potatoes.
Salt and vinegar, 1124 S. Lewis Ave: Few places are recommended for Brussels cabbage, but few places make it as salt and vinegar do, frying and seasoning into a sweet and savory dessert. The rest of the list is good too.
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