Urban Johnnie

[OKCretro]

the commercial says " all of the sports packages" does this include NHL center ice and MLB extra innings?

[BDP]

This may be a bit off-topic, but I've noticed the disparity of the number of OKC beers available in Tulsa in comparison to the numerous Tulsa beer places serve here. Am I wrong about that?

Does that surprise you? Tulsa isn't going to sell beer made in OKC.

F5 is good enough to export out of state, though. Not sure if they do or not.

[betts]

I agree on the F5. My favorite IPA ever.

[Rover]

Stuck my head in today. This looks like it should be a real hit.

[catch22]

Eager to try this place out! I think they will be extremely successful!

[benjenn]

So excited for this place to open and really thrilled it's close enough to walk to. Even more excited they have vegetarian/vegan options on the menu! Wish more restaurants would realize those of us who don't eat meat really do want more of a choice than a garden salad! Will try to be there next week to try it out!

[Pete]

They've posted their menu.

They list the ceasar and theta burger for $7 ($5.79 and $5.59 at the reg Johnnies, respectively) and also a "burger bar" where you choose your protein (beef, chicken, veggie or crab cake) then add any (all?) of 30 or so toppings, including 8 different cheese.


https://www.urbanjohnnie.com/images/menu.pdf

[Urbanized]

Wow, billboards almost seem unnecessary. That place is going to kill it just based on neighborhood and downtowner business.

[Urbanized]

Does that surprise you? Tulsa isn't going to sell beer made in OKC.

In that case, the joke's on them.

F5 is good enough to export out of state, though. Not sure if they do or not.

They're working on it. They need to be in the new brewery first for capacity reasons. I think they plan to start wholesaling out of state this year, IIRC.

[Pete]

They have yet to post their hours, but I really hope they stay open late.

It's going to be a big hit, especially with those within walking distance.

And of course, WKSY keeps late hours and the bars at Aloft will do the same.

[Urbanized]

Yeah, when the places in Aloft open, Deep Deuce will really come into its own. The street activity is going to be pretty special. I noticed UJ setting up a nice patio with heaters too.

[Pete]

^

Don't forget OKSea, which will have a restaurant and bar, too.

Will be a great little tight cluster.

[AP]

^

Don't forget OKSea, which will have a restaurant and bar, too.

Will be a great little tight cluster.

When is that supposed to start?

[Pete]

OKSea should be starting soon and should come together pretty quickly.

I'm sure they hope to be open by summer.

[David]

Dang, I'm suddenly uncertain about waiting until next Wednesday, I want to go now.

[Dubya61]

F5 is good enough to export out of state, though. Not sure if they do or not.

Went to a liquor store last night in search of good local beer. Owner said they just got some in that morning and were out. Couldn't keep it on the shelf. Darn.

[Pete]

Their Facebook page says they officially open 11AM on Monday.

[OKCisOK4me]

Their Facebook page says they officially open 11AM on Monday.

No bueno. I wanted to go this weekend but it's probably better for them to get the kinks out for a full week before the weekend. Looks like I'll have to wait til 3 weekends from now since I'll most likely be up in T'town next weekend.

[Pete]

Not sure if their soft opening this weekend is open to the public or not, but you could always call or drop by.

[BDP]

In that case, the joke's on them.

It usually is.

They're working on it. They need to be in the new brewery first for capacity reasons. I think they plan to start wholesaling out of state this year, IIRC.

I think they could do well with it. It's a special beer, imo.

Dang, I'm suddenly uncertain about waiting until next Wednesday, I want to go now.

Yeah, I'm pretty sure I will be breaking my "wait one month" rule to go here. At the very least they can't screw up my F5 or the game I'll be watching.

Will be a great little tight cluster.

Yeah, with Aloft, UJ, Native Roots, WSKY, Deep Deuce Grill, Urban Roots and the Wedge, along with Maywood Apt and Mosaic opening this year and a good mix of owners and renters living in the area... don't look now, but we may have ourselves an actual real life functioning urban neighborhood. I think the one thing people would like to see is some sort of corner store with more basics than NR (but nothing that competes directly with it) and maybe a breakfast place. Although it wouldn't be all that hard for any of the existing restaurants to pick up some breakfast business if they want it.

[Pete]

Don't be surprised if Native Roots relocates to a spot very nearby and expands.

It's been all they can do to hang on while all around them has been a war zone. But Matt is extremely sharp and motivated and as long as they can hang in there in the short-term, the best is still to come from this operation.

[Chadanth]

Just got back from the soft launch. Food was great, the hummus was outstanding. I got a theta burger, wife got the veggie burger. Both were great. Service was good, but they were very overstaffed, so it'll level off a bit I'm sure. It's awesome inside, and will be a great addition to the neighborhood. Draft beer is just a touch overpriced, but for the proximity, I won't complain too much.

[tsou89]

Looks like a great place. Glad they're going to have a nice beer selection.

The menu looks good too…except I doubt I'd never order a burger there as Johnnie's Burgers do nothing for me.

I'm ready for a cold brew from there now!

[Soho]

Just ate there... Home run!

Having this a block away is going to cost me about 50 pounds.

[catch22]

Just ate there... Home run!

Having this a block away is going to cost me about 50 pounds.

Are you British?