Review for Ken's Pizza!

Ken's Pizza is a local landmark in the town of Sapulpa and was once part of a larger chain. We decided to check it out!

Taste-Good, thin crust pizza. Sauce is very unique. Cheese and toppings are piled on. Crust is crispy.

Taste-The pizza was tasty but, of course, the best options aren't really on the buffet, like the deep dish pizzas.

Atmosphere-Has looked about the same since I was a kid. Same newspapers framed on the wall. Same booth layout. Same curved windows. Not that that's a bad thing. It reminds me of simpler times.

Atmosphere-The atmosphere is cozy and warm with wood paneling and orange cushions. Plus, I remember eating there as a child, so it brings back memories.

Service-It's a buffet. She brought drinks and refilled them when needed. Nice and friendly.

Service-It was a buffet. so it was primarily self-serve.

Value-Amazingly cheap for the quality of pizza on the buffet. Less than $10 for buffet and a drink.

Value-While it is a small buffet, it is all you can eat and very cheap. Five people for under $50.

Uniqueness-Nothing earthshaking here. Standard pizza varieties. Pretty basic pasta, dessert and salad.

Uniqueness-Ken's does have good spicy red sauce and tasty crunchy deep-dish dough.

Variety-Pizza is the name of the game here, but that's to be expected. Vegetarians can eat good here too.

Variety-Ken's has the typical variety for a pizza joint. Pizza, salads, pastas, and appetizers.

Cleanliness-Fairly clean. No real problem areas, but has definitely seen better days. Just needs a little TLC.

Cleanliness-It looked clean to me.

Sides/Drinks/Dessert-Cheesy bread was cheesy and delicious. Breadsticks are addictive, pasta is surprisingly good for buffet pasta.

Sides/Beverages/Desserts-I tasted the cheese sticks and cinnamon sticks. They were pretty good. Simple, but good.

Story-Ken's was originally connected to Mazzio's Pizza, a fairly large regional pizza chain, but Ken's has been independently operated for a long time. Now, there are almost no similarities. It is one of the last Ken's locations left and has become a landmark in Sapulpa.

Story-Ken's used to be a bigger chain, but now there are very few. Ken's and Mazzio's were started by the same person.

Presentation-Buffet is a little crowded and hard to reach sometimes. Food looks good, but not presented any special way. It is a buffet after all.

Presentation-It's a buffet so it ain't fancy, but it's good.

Ken's Pizza
750 E. Taft Ave.
Sapulpa, OK 74066
https://www.facebook.com/kenspizza/

Review for Tally's Good Food Cafe!

Tally's is a landmark on Route 66 in Oklahoma, so it's on our list!

Taste-I got the Smart Bomb. It is a massive pile-up of hash browns, eggs, ham, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, peppers, onions, tomatoes & cheese. Every bite is something different. It's everything you could want for breakfast smashed together. Yum!

Taste-I had the strawberry cheesecake pancakes. The pancakes were fluffy and golden with a slightly buttery taste. Creamy cheesecake spread topped each pancake. Sweet and tart strawberry sauce covered the whole thing.

Atmosphere-Tally's is the prototypical 50s diner. Red vinyl. Black and white tiles. 50s décor. Music was classic rock. Friendly vibe.

Atmosphere-Tally's has a true classic 50s diner feel with checkered floors and neon. Of course, Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and Route 66 memorabilia decorated the walls. Classic rock plays in the background.

Service-She was on the ball. She was nice and quick. Everything was handled quickly and easily. Wish more servers were like her.

Service-The waitress was friendly and prompt.

Value-Big breakfast for me, huge pancakes for Jess, boozy shakes for the both of us. Still around $30. Not bad for a whole days worth of food.

Value-You get a lot of bang for your buck here. We ordered entrees and adult shakes for under $40.

Uniqueness-Yes, it is a diner, but it has some seriously unique dishes and drinks. Don't worry, all the favorites you'd expect are here too.

Uniqueness-They offer standards, plus some out there dishes, such as the strawberry cheesecake pancakes.

Variety-Sandwiches, burgers, steaks, breakfast served all day, salads, chicken, fish and more! A little bit of everything here! Vegetarians have a few options...

Variety-Breakfast all day is a major plus. They have all you could want in a diner and then some.

Cleanliness-Nothing wrong that I could tell. Clean, but not immaculate, which is fine by me. This restaurant is far too busy to be immaculate.

Cleanliness-All seemed well here.

Sides/Drinks/Desserts-The toast was cooked just right and very buttery. The caramel corn shake with vanilla ice cream, caramel and bourbon was awesome and so smooth. Large array of lunch and dinner sides, large list of drinks and some of the best cinnamon rolls around!

Sides/Beverages/Desserts-I had the "Can't Say No" shake. It was chocolatey and you could tell it was alcoholic. Very good!

Story-Tally's is a landmark on Route 66. It is a place synonymous with the mother road and is always packed.

Story/History-Tally's has been around forever. It's a landmark on 66.

Presentation-Drinks come out in jar-like cups. Food is served on large. brightly colored plates. Food always looks good and tastes good.

Presentation-It's diner food so it ain't fancy, but just looking at your food will make you drool.

If you ever find yourself on Route 66, there is no place more iconic than Tally's!

Tally's Good Food Cafe
1102 S. Yale Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74112
http://www.tallyscafe.com/
https://www.facebook.com/tallyscafe/

Review for Eskimo Joe's!

Eskimo Joe's is one of the most famous restaurants in Oklahoma. It's only right we decided to check it out!

Taste-I had the Open Face Classic Burger with Eskimo Joe's own signature chili. The chili is savory and awesome. It makes the burger. Honestly though, I'm not here for the burger.

Taste-I got the Cowboy Classic, a hefty burger covered in Eskimo Joe's own barbecue sauce, lots of grilled onions and cheddar cheese. Burgers are good here and always leave me happy!

Atmosphere-Eskimo Joe's always feels like a big event with their big souvenir clothing shop next door and the crowds of happy eaters. Joe's is the cool place to hang out.

Atmosphere-"Stillwater's Jumpin' Little Juke Joint" is right! This place is a pilgrimage destination for Oklahoma foodies. It's two-story with an awesome vibe, awesome music selection, bars, pool tables, and a shop next door with all kinds of Eskimo Joe's merch.

Service-The waiter was attentive and we didn't have to wait too long for our appetizer. Yay!

Service-Service was alright, but not spectacular. Some extended waiting times. Server checked on other tables far more often and seemed anxious to avoid us.

Value-Joe's serves pretty big portions at a good price. If you leave hungry, you probably didn't get the cheese fries. If that's the case, for shame!

Value-For less than $40, we both got big burgers, awesome fries, drinks, and an order of Elm St. Cheese Fries big enough to be a meal. Worth every penny.

Uniqueness-No restaurant is quite like Eskimo Joe's. The food is great and they have memorable mascots; Joe and Buffy.

Uniqueness-Some awesome cheese fries, burgers, "fowl things" (chicken sandwiches) selections. Serious creativity and flair.

Variety-The menu includes burgers, salads, sandwiches, and such.

Variety-Cheese fries, salads, burgers, chicken, barbecue, Pretty diverse menu, all of it good. A few options for vegetarians.

Cleanliness-They do a good job.

Cleanliness-Clean as far as I could tell. Tables bussed quickly and no problem areas.

Sides/Beverages/Desserts-Cheese fries. Enough said but I will continue anyway! We had the Elm Street Cheese Fries, which included chicken and sweet peppered bacon. The bacon is mouth watering. The golden fries are delicious and there's ranch for dipping. The cheese fries are the star attraction here. We have driven over an hour several times just to eat some cheese fries.

Sides/Drinks/Desserts-The Elm St. Cheese Fries come with chicken and sweet peppered bacon. The sweet peppered bacon is in a class by itself and these cheese fries cannot be beat. Fries on their own are very good, salty and crunchy. Add all the toppings and you have heaven on a plate.

Story-Eskimo Joe's is a landmark in Stillwater and Oklahoma as a whole. Famous people have eaten here, even presidents. The iconic Joe's shirts are seen everywhere. I own one!

Story-Eskimo Joe's has been hoppin' for almost 50 years. It is known throughout the world by its logo and merchandise. Anyone that is ever within 100 miles of here better stop. Just ask both Presidents Bush and Python John Cleese.

Presentation-A big pile o' fries and a burger served in a basket. What else could you ask for?

Presentation-Plates are bright and colorful as are the cups. Food tends to be on the messy side, but the food always look good and makes you glad you ordered it.

DO NOT miss a chance to go to Eskimo Joe's if you are ever near Stillwater. Make sure to get the cheese fries, you won't regret it!

Eskimo Joe's
501 W. Elm Ave. Stillwater, OK 74074
https://eskimojoes.com/
https://www.facebook.com/eskimojoes/

Review for Kumback Cafe!

Kumback Café has been in this same building in Perry for almost a century! Of course we had to check it out!

Taste-I had their famous cinnamon roll, warmed. It was flaky, buttery and sweet.

Taste-I got the chicken-fried steak breakfast with scrambled eggs, hash browns and biscuits and gravy. This chicken-fried steak was the best I have ever eaten. (and as an Oklahoman, I have eaten my share.) It was breaded differently than normal with a thicker cut of steak. It looked different and it tasted different.

Atmosphere-Sports and Route 66 memorabilia decorate the walls. It had a warm, cozy feel.

Atmosphere-The diner feels like its been here awhile (and it has). The walls are covered with pictures and memorabilia from the tiny town of Perry. Other than that, standard older diner feel.

Service-The waitress was friendly and didn't bat an eye when I ordered dessert after my dessert.

Service-Very attentive and thorough. Warmed up Jess's cinnamon roll and made sure she got her pie. Checked on us regularly and drinks were always full.

Value-Definitely worth the money.

Value-You get a lot of food for $11. Huge CFS, hashbrowns, two eggs, two biscuits with gravy. A very hearty breakfast. Jess ate lighter, so it was around $20 for us both.

Uniqueness-Nothing too outlandish here, just diner food made well.

Uniqueness-Nothing too strange here. Just tried and true favorites the way they should be done. No fads, no flash.

Variety-They serve what you would expect from an Oklahoma diner: breakfast, chicken-fried steak, burgers, etc.

Variety-Burgers, sandwiches, breakfast, salads, soups, and a lot more. Pretty diverse diner food. Something for everyone. Surprisingly vegetarian friendly.

Cleanliness-It was comfortable and clean.

Cleanliness-Definitely not the best. I don't like to go into specifics, but it could have used some care in places.

Sides/Beverages/Desserts-Yes, I had a slice of pie after my cinnamon roll and it was delicious. I had the peanut butter chocolate pie. It was creamy with fluffy meringue and a buttery, flaky crust.

Sides/Drinks/Desserts-Biscuits were good, gravy was even better. Very good hashbrowns. Eggs just like I wanted them. Standard sides, but done well. Drinks are fountain drinks and nothing spectacular. Pies are high and delicious in some unique flavors.

Story-The Kumback was celebrating its 93rd Anniversary when we visited! They even include a history of the restaurant on the menu. It's an important historical part of the town of Perry.

Story-Kumback has been in the same place for almost 100 years. It is tied to the history of Perry and the core of the town. Very proud of its residents.

Presentation-The presentation was about what you would expect with a home cooking restaurant.

Presentation-Like a breakfast feast! Pie came out taller than I thought humanly possible. Cinnamon roll was small, but very good looking.

Come here for breakfast or lunch when in Perry. Don't forget a slice of pie!

Kumback Lunch Cafe

625 Delaware Perry, OK 73077

https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Family-Style-Restaurant/Kumback-Cafe-131820606864066/