(7.0)

Nomad II

7301 N May Ave
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73116
PHONE: (405) 843-4557

While this place wasn’t quite what I was hoping for, it did turn out to be a quaint little place that provided a nice quiet dinner. Being a sucker for pizza I didn’t quite study the menu like I should have, but I did notice it had a decent selection of the usual Italian entrées. Without hesitation we ordered the cheese pizza. It was delivered to our table piping hot and caked with cheese, just the way I like it. It tasted good and was extremely filling.

There are other places in the city to get a better pie, but not many that provide the nice quiet ambiance of Nomad II. We had a couple of drinks with dinner and our bill was relatively average. The service was quick and on the spot. We didn’t have to ask for anything special and they were quick in asking us if we wanted another beverage.

There was one couple a few tables away that might not agree with me as far as the service is concerned. He asked the waitress for a straw. She didn’t have any on her at the moment she went to get one. He waited all of 8 seconds before I heard him bitching to his wife about not having a straw. 8 seconds after that he decided he would just get up and find one himself. This was a guy that was hell bent on having a straw. I guess what I’m saying is if you absolutely have to have a straw as soon as you get your drink you should probably just bring one from home. If not then you probably won’t have any qualms with Nomad II.

In closing you will most likely find that Nomad II is nothing out of the ordinary but you will be hard pressed to not enjoy yourself. Unless you’re super sensitive about straws.

(9.0)

The Undergound

The Underground
1621 S Douglas Blvd
Oklahoma City, OK 73130
(405) 733-7720

OK, let’s begin with an apology – no pictures. I usually stop by this place at 6 AM and am in no mood for taking pictures. Plus the lighting would suck.

Now with that out of the way a short review – I have only had their coffee but they offer the other accoutrements that most places have (scones, muffins etc.). The coffee is excellent as they know what they are doing. Free Wi-Fi and games in a decidedly upscale modern environment always make for a comfortable visit. I usually like my coffee house to have more of a folksy lesbian feel (read Red Cup) but this place feels much more born again (I have seen a few bible study groups here) – if ya know what I mean.

But really none of this is why I frequent this place. Service. The guy that owns the place runs the place and makes you want to come back. A good guy that has taken a chance, invested some money and ALOT of hard work and is proud of what he offers. This translates into everything – including the java – and just makes you kinda feel guilty for going to Starbucks instead.

So stop by, have a cup, take some pictures and send ‘em to me. I obviously need some help.