Plans have been finalized for a new restaurant and adjacent dog park in the OKSea project.


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The proprietors of the popular restaurant and bar The Mule in the Plaza District will be opening Anchor Down in the shipping-container complex and patrons will soon be able to sit on the patio and watch their dogs frolic in a fenced dog park.


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The restaurant will feature gourmet corn dogs with batters and sauces made from scratch. Several varieties will be offered from wild boar to turkey to a more traditional versions. New choices will be regularly rotated into the menu. Freshly made chips and veggie chips will be the primary sides.

Anchor Down is also planning signature beer cocktails where liquors will be mixed with brews in ways that will balance both flavors. In addition, the restaurant will feature 14 beers from a custom tap system, many more in cans as well as a full bar.

The large patio that faces the dog park will be especially dog-friendly itself with custom water bowls and other features for man's best friend.

With a cozy interior capacity of approximately 40, there will be double that seating on the large patio.

The targeted opening date for Anchor Down is mid-May and they will join an ever-growing number of restaurants and bars in Deep Deuce including Slaughter's Hall (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=Slaughters+Hall), WSKY (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=WSKY+Lounge), Urban Johnnie (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=Urban+Johnnie), Deep Deuce Grill and Native Roots (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=Urban+Roots).

Residential projects continue to boom in the area, with Maywood Phase II (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=Maywood+Apartments+Phase+II) and Mosaic (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=Mosaic) under construction and set to join Level (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=Level+Apartments), Maywood I (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=Maywood+Apartments), the Deep Deuce Apartments (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=Deep+Deuce+Apartments) and several condominium projects including The Hill (http://www.okctalk.com/showwiki.php?title=Hill+The), which has been selling new units at a rapid pace.


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I know we heard about the dog park at first then a couple weeks ago someone said it was only a rumor. So that part is for sure?

I know we heard about the dog park at first then a couple weeks ago someone said it was only a rumor. So that part is for sure?

Yep.

Solid. My girlfriend will LOVE that part.

I till don't understand the setup. If you go out there, there is noway to walk from the existing sidewalk and park area - to the railroad bridge, without going through the newly constructed patio.

Took these yesterday as I was riding around OKC. Also, I didn't realize that there was going to be an ATM in the OKSEA. Good use of that wall space.

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Also, I didn't realize that there was going to be an ATM in the OKSEA. Good use of that wall space.

You reminded me, I had a picture of that from a couple of weeks ago and forgot to post it. I do think it is a good use of that empty space.

They were getting Sysco (food) delivery this morning. It's getting close.

It's pretty common for new restaurants to be getting food orders 2-3 weeks before opening to train staff and do taste testing. I'm excited for this project, I think it will help expand the reach of Deep Deuce and help build more of a district.

Yeah if you look at the OKSEA thread I posted the same prior to this post. I was already figuring two weeks or so for training and soft open. Someone else posted prior to that that the entire OKSEA project will have a grand opening block party June 20, so that lines up.

They were getting Sysco (food) delivery this morning. It's getting close.

They were in our kitchen last Thursday finalizing some menu items. They are really close.

A picture from the OKC Gazette yesterday:

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From their FB page yesterday:

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Stopped by, they're soft opening during e Deep Deuce block party today. They have 10 or so quality beers on tap. They place is actually bigger inside than I thought, and well finished with maybe 12 tables. Wife and I tried the boar sausage, which was great but VERY spicy, and the chicken corn dog, which was also very tasty. They open for good on the 30th, and will be open (if I recall) 4pm-2am, tues-sat. Very cool spot and a great addition to the neighborhood.

You had me at corndog.

You had me at corndog.

Mel,
You handle the corndogs, I'm ready for the spicy boar sausage. And of course, any good beer piques my interest.
C. T.

And if you're a driving person, park in the Bricktown lots just south and walk up our fawncy new stairs.

Mel,
You handle the corndogs, I'm ready for the spicy boar sausage. And of course, any good beer piques my interest.
C. T.

Deal. :D

And if you're a driving person, park in the Bricktown lots just south and walk up our fawncy new stairs.

Or on the street any where in deep deuce

Especially in front of the brownstones. Lots of parking there.

Especially in front of the brownstones. Lots of parking there.

:congrats:

Traditional mini beef corn dog:

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Can't you park in the Level garage for free if you're going to Johnnies or Native Roots? I don't see why McKown wouldn't include this in that parking set up.

Anchor Down is doing a couple of soft openings and if all goes well, the 30th will be the first official day.

The dog park is close too... Just waiting on a fence permit then it should go up pretty fast.

From their Facebook Page:


Official open date June 30th at 4pm!!!!

Reminder they open today at 4...

We need some reviews and photos!

Reminder they open today at 4...

We need some reviews and photos!

I'm heading over shortly, I'll take some pics.

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The Cheese Dog. Decent, though I in hindsight I wish I had tried one of the ones with actual meat. Will probably go back next Monday to try another.
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Thanks David!

How's the food??

The Cheese Dog was reasonably tasty. Probably going to try the Roger Dog my next time in.

Amazing how much the interior has a similar feel to the Mule, though obviously smaller. Not that this is in any way a bad thing; I would characterize it as good. But you can definitely feel a synergy between both, and detect the common ownership.

BTW, I was told the fence for the dog park should be up in the next couple of weeks.

This is going to be a huge hangout place in DD.

Amazing how much the interior has a similar feel to the Mule, though obviously smaller. Not that this is in any way a bad thing; I would characterize it as good. But you can definitely feel a synergy between both, and detect the common ownership.

I was going to say the same thing. It's The Mule in a shipping crate in the middle of a bunch of apartments. There is no way this thing won't be a home run.

It looked great all lit up tonight when we were out walking our dog. I can't wait to try it.

I was going to say the same thing. It's The Mule in a shipping crate in the middle of a bunch of apartments. There is no way this thing won't be a home run.

I agree. Great location, pleasing theme, good food, neighborhood feel (like The Mule). Hard to see how this won't be huge.

Don't forget the dog park!

That alone will be huge draw.

Amazing how much the interior has a similar feel to the Mule, though obviously smaller. Not that this is in any way a bad thing; I would characterize it as good. But you can definitely feel a synergy between both, and detect the common ownership.

Thought the same thing last night when I went. Very similar feel to the Mule.

The Wild Dog was really good as well as the chips dip and queso. My only complaint is the ordering process. Everyone orders at the bar. I think that's a horrible process and it felt really odd.

Holy hell this looks incredible. And they have a vegan dog!!!!! Do the legislators of our great state realize just how great a place we can be if they stop embarrassing us at every opportunity? I may find myself there tonight!

Went by, but didn't stop. This place will definitely be big. They will need a bike rack.

Tried the Bird Dog last night - which is a chicken sausage dipped in a delicious batter. It was very very good. We got some drinks after we ate, ended up staying for a couple of hours. The inside and outside were both packed when we left at 9ish. This place is very cool and will be a huge hit. 2nd St. has absolutely transformed over the last couple of years. You can now spend an entire night on just this one street if you wanted to. Start at A/D, go across the street the UJ, and make your way down to WXYZ, WSKY, Slaughters, and DD Grill. As a resident of Level, I get more and more worried about my bank account every day.

I apologize for the poor quality of the photo last night, but the patio even at 1AM last night was definitely still crowded. Service is incredibly fast and we were served with our corn dogs within 4-5 minutes of ordering them. This place is going to become very popular, and they'll need to invest in more patio tables very soon.

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I believe more seating will be added when the dog park goes in.

Very, very cool spot!

Checked it out after leaving the office last night. Space was great, bar was great, hush puppies with cheese curds were OK, corn chowder was great, corn dogs very good. Nice beer selection.

I was real excited about heading there for lunch today, only to find out they don't open until 4. What a bummer

I was real excited about heading there for lunch today, only to find out they don't open until 4. What a bummer

Just consider it a late lunch. ;)

But yeah... I was kind of disappointed by that 4PM opening time too... Will probably give it a try after a Thursday night round of golf..... Hope they don't mind the aroma of sweaty golfer there... lol

Yeah, I was surprised too when I asked about lunch. I just assumed it was considering proximity to - among other things - the CBD. I really do hope that they reconsider after they hit their stride. I think they would make an absolute killing at lunchtime.

Yeah, I was surprised too when I asked about lunch. I just assumed it was considering proximity to - among other things - the CBD. I really do hope that they reconsider after they hit their stride. I think they would make an absolute killing at lunchtime.

There are a bunch of people at my office (300+ employees) who would want to go here for lunch - its within two blocks walking distance. Hopefully once they are open for a while and get the hang of things theyll consider lunch hours!

Walked over there last night after work for dinner. We tried to bird dog, wild dog and jalapeno/cheddar hush pups. It was all delicious!

I had the cheese dog and the jalapeño hush puppies tonight. They were both excellent. We were there during the downpour and it was packed.

From KFOR.

Deep Deuce project opens with gourmet corndogs, whimsical architecture | KFOR.com (http://kfor.com/2015/07/08/deep-deuce-project-opens-with-gourmet-corndogs-whimsical-architecture/)

I was able to stop by last night but only for a beer. Impressive beer/drink selection. Casual and inviting atmosphere. I'll go back and definitely try the food.

Still think it would be cool if we renamed 2nd on this stretch into "Radio Street" and had signage signifying all of the entertainment establishments with some sort of "W---" radio station theme:

WADP (Anchor Down and Park)
WLUJ (Level's Urban Johnnie)
WXYZ
WSKY
WDDG (Deep Deuce Grill)

Really need a Jazz lounge on this street.

^^^ I completely agree. A "radio row" is an interesting idea. Also, given Deep Deuce's history, an establishment geared towards its jazz heritage is sorely needed.

Still think it would be cool if we renamed 2nd on this stretch into "Radio Street" and had signage signifying all of the entertainment establishments with some sort of "W---" radio station theme:

WADP (Anchor Down and Park)
WLUJ (Level's Urban Johnnie)
WXYZ
WSKY
WDDG (Deep Deuce Grill)

Really need a Jazz lounge on this street.

While it's a cool idea, it's a fake representation of history. While DD has Jazz roots, I don't think it ever had any radio studios and it would be disingenuous to imply that it did by turning a historic district of jazz and African American culture into a faux pop culture radio studio district that never existed in the past nor present.

Went there around 11pm last night with my wife and a couple of friends following a complete failure of an experience at TopGolf.

I have to say, as a result of what we saw last night, A/D might have ascended to the top of my favorite establishments in OKC. From the atmosphere, to the service, to the food, it could not have been any better. As far as what we ate, I went with the wild boar and ghost pepper ranch combo while my wife chose the chicken sausage. Both were excellent and the wild board in particular had a very unique flavor and all of this came with excellent value ($33 for two entrees, a dessert, and two draughts). We will without a doubt be frequent patrons.

Went there around 11pm last night with my wife and a couple of friends following a complete failure of an experience at TopGolf.

Won't derail the thread, but I've heard numerous complaints from friends and family about TopGolf since they opened. Care to share your experience on the TopGolf page?

I was somewhat disappointed on Saturday when I specifically made the trek downtown to enjoy some Anchor Down....only to find out that they were not open. Obviously I was upset with myself, for not verifying before hand...but I guess it didn't even register in my mind "the possibility of a restaurant not being open........at 2 Pm...on a Saturday." Maybe next time.

I was somewhat disappointed on Saturday when I specifically made the trek downtown to enjoy some Anchor Down....only to find out that they were not open. Obviously I was upset with myself, for not verifying before hand...but I guess it didn't even register in my mind "the possibility of a restaurant not being open........at 2 Pm...on a Saturday." Maybe next time.

They're also closed on Sunday and Monday. I'm a little surprised myself, I think they'll have to change that up eventually.

...and they don't do lunch, which I think would KILL in that location. The good news is that The Mule opened with similar minimalist hours and ramped up to meet the market, so hopefully the owners of both will do the same thing here.

They have plans to expand their hours once things get really rolling. Remember, there will be a directly adjacent dog park.

The operators are a cautious group and want to do everything very well.

As we all know, biting off more than you can chew in the restaurant and bar biz can be the kiss of death.

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I've discussed this with the owners too, and can tell you that their thinking right now is that corn dogs are too heavy for lunch fare and they really aren't considering lunch at all. But I think eventually they will come around. They're a smart bunch. I just hope others who work downtown give them positive feedback regarding lunch potential, and that those same people follow through as customers should the owners relent.

Remember, though they are brilliant and experienced, they are also new to downtown - at least as owners - so they are still learning the ebbs and flows and downtown's personality. Running a downtown eatery is quite a bit different than a suburban one, and even Plaza District essentially functions as a suburb, as there are few daytime jobs concentrated there.