Ghosts, brunch and JK, we're serious: See the latest restaurant openings in OKC

Oklahoma City seems to be in a constant state of growth and flux. From new apartment buildings to roads, retail complexes and of course, restaurants.

One of the most anticipated recently announced restaurants is Big Biang Theory, coming to its brick and mortar location later this year. No official opening date has been set yet — just a loose promise of October — but while we wait for more details, there are a number of other new places that are set to open or that have recently started serving guests around town.

JK by Chef King brings unique takes on Asian classics to town

Is it possible to dine in opulence and get a delicious meal at a great value? Josh Balan and King Dey the co-owners of upcoming Oklahoma City restaurant JK by Chef King, want to prove it is.

"We're very affordable. We'll have wine for $10-12. We'll have appetizers for $10-12," Dey said. "It looks gorgeous like this, it looks fine dining, the food is fine dining — everything we are trying to do fine dining — but the price will be very affordable."

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With house cocktails meant to be photographed, including the Hibiscus Royale, "Instagram" Martini (set to be custom-printed with patron's faces or messaging) and Lychee Margarita, and interior design that blends rich textures and vibrant colors with a bit of whimsy in the form of a giant wisteria tree in the middle of the restaurant, JK is sure to become hit for girls' nights and dinner dates alike.

The business partners chose to build their restaurant in Oklahoma City after mulling over the idea of putting down roots in Dallas instead.

"We were supposed to open it in Dallas, but for various reasons, the most important was the fact that King is living much closer to Oklahoma," Balan said. "Number two was rent, much better rent here than Dallas."

The food at JK blends elements of Dey's classical French training with his love of Asian cuisine, bringing items like tempura rock shrimp, sous vide lobster "tacos," tempura softshell crab, miso eggplant and oxtail bone marrow fried rice to the menu.

"I always liked the French technique, the European technique, but when I learned Asian cuisine, I learned how to use their influence into that cuisine," Dey said. "You will see a lot of dishes like that, we'll have foie gras on the menu, we'll have caviar on the menu, but it's all something with Asian influence there."

JK is scheduled to open to the public Aug. 9.

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GHST opens in former Pacific Moon location

The group behind a stealth pop-up called Underground Ghost Kitchen is now also set to stay in one place with the launch of GHST, 805 N Hudson Ave., the space formerly occupied by Pacific Moon.

Chef Ivan James Norwood II brings his talents to the team, along with the red miso-marinated burger he crafted to win best burger in OKC at VZD's competition earlier this year. Stop in an grab one and don't forget to check out the cocktail offerings.

Bungalow 23 brings new entertainment options to Uptown 23rd

The two newest concepts at Bungalow 23, the sprawling entertainment and dining complex in the Uptown 23rd District from the owners of Chick -N- Beer, are officially open for business.

Muckers, an irish pub, and Downtime, a "retro neighborhood bar" are both open daily. Hours are 4 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

Scrambl'd off to an egg-citing start

After opening to the public July 2, Scrambl'd, 1742 NE 23 Street, Suite A, is bringing a fun-filled breakfast and brunch spot to northeast Oklahoma City. From Southern staples like greens and chicken and waffles to breakfast classics and even lamb chops, there is a wide variety on the menu.

Keep in mind that if you stop by Scrambl'd during peak hours, you may experience a wait, but the staff are friendly and will do their best to make sure you smile as much as they do on your visit.

Rev Mex to change ownership hands

Rachel Cope and 84 Hospitality Group have announced the sale and transition of Rev Mex, 916 NW 6 Street, to Jamie and Jordan Winteroth of Shared Plate Hospitality.

Cope and 84 Hospitality look to focus on the continued expansion of Empire, Burger Punk and Remix Ramen, while Rex Mex will be the third restaurant in the Shared Plate portfolio, joining Social Deck + Dining and Aurora.

The ownership groups look to transition the restaurant seamlessly with minimal disruption to service and operating hours.

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Quick bites

There's plenty more fun and interesting food news happening across Oklahoma City. Additional openings, events, anniversaries, tv shows and more are highlighting food across the metro-area.

A summer of waffles is on at Metro Diner, 3000 West Memorial Road, Suite 109. The week of July 24 guests can get a cinnamon roll waffle, grab the fried chicken tender and waffle taco hack on July 31 and then head in for fried chicken and waffle the week of Aug. 7. You can even stop by on Aug. 8 for $5 off the signature fried chicken and waffle meal for National Fried Chicken & Waffle Day.

Gourmet Gallery, 3325 South Boulevard, Suite 107 in Edmond, will host its annual Made In Oklahoma tasting event and 22nd anniversary celebration from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 19. Butcher BBQ, Trader Dave’s Gourmet Treats, Cutters Cross Specialty Products, Pepper Creek Farms, Rick’s Chocolates, Prairie Gypsies, Mrs. Chadwick’s Bakery, Bedre Chocolate, Cajun Cowboy and Scott Farms will be on site sampling products complete with recipes.

Waffle Champion is hosting a 10-year anniversary block party on Aug. 20. There will be live music including local acts Jabee & Friends, Stepmom, Swim Fan, Chelsea Days, and DJs throughout the day along with food trucks, vendors and more.

Kansas-based chain The Big Biscuit is set to open a Midwest City location in mid-August at 7199 SE 29 Street, Suite 113, joining four other Oklahoma locations.

Airing beginning Aug. 29 on Bloomberg TV, Oklahomans can watch Gov. Kevin Stitt sit down to talk food and politics with host Alexander Heffner on a new show called "Breaking Bread." The duo sit down over Mexican food at San Marcos, 2301 SW 59 Street.

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