Barrio’s Fine Mexican Dishes
With Barrio’s, located at 1000 N. Hudson Ave. in OKC, the origin story may be just as rich and delicious as the menu itself. Although it’s part of A Good Egg Dining Group, the restaurant’s heart lies with the Barrios family, whose legacy stretches across several OKC concepts. Beginning with Juan Barrios at Cheever’s Café in 2000, the family quickly became a cornerstone of the group’s success, contributing their culinary talent to spots like Iron Star Urban BBQ and Red PrimeSteak.
The menu at Barrio’s into fresh, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine designed for sharing. Starters like traditional smashed guacamole, queso fundido with mushrooms and poblanos, and Tex-Mex queso with red chorizo will surely get the party started. Heartier options include loaded Victory Club nachos or a fajita quesadilla packed with grilled steak or chicken. Entrées range from wood-fired fajitas to ancho agave salmon and pork cheek carnitas tacos. Standouts like lamb barbacoa tacos and roasted chicken enchiladas showcase the restaurant’s range, and are great for those looking for something a little outside the box.
Whether on the patio or inside the lively dining room, Barrio’s emphasizes hospitality, flavor and authenticity.
Chengdu Restaurant
Chengdu was born from the partnership of two immigrant families, one from Sichuan and the other from Fujian, who met after arriving in the United States. Initially serving Americanized Chinese fare, they soon pivoted to serve the bold, traditional flavors of their heritage after their customers requested something a bit more authentic. The result is the real Chengdu: a restaurant dedicated to showcasing the depth and complexity of Sichuan cuisine.
The kitchen is led by chefs trained in China, and their expertise shines through in dishes known for their signature balance of heat and flavor. Classic Sichuan offerings like water-boiled beef and spicy fish deliver layers of chili heat, and dry pot dishes bring an aromatic intensity, combining spices and fresh ingredients.
Alongside these traditional options, the menu also offers familiar Chinese-American favorites such as General Tso’s chicken, sweet and sour chicken and Mongolian beef, making it approachable for even the pickiest of eaters. Dim sum, soups and a variety of chicken and beef dishes round out the offerings.
