Who Has The Best Vibes?: A Review of The Newest Restaurants in Jenks

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By: Sydney Koetter and Emma Travers

The community of Jenks is rapidly growing and expanding, especially in the culinary world. New restaurants, coffee shops, and stores are popping up all across Jenks, making it a premier destination for shopping and dining. As Jenks natives, we–Sydney Koetter and Emma Travers–set out to explore some of the newest Jenks restaurants and coffee shops and tell you everything you need to know before you visit each of these establishments. 

While you may be thinking that you are about to read a review of the food each of these establishments serves, we are taking a different approach. A study conducted by sciencedirect.com found that the environmental aesthetics of a restaurant heavily influences a person's food perception. With that in mind, we set out to explore some of the new restaurants in Jenks and tell you just how aesthetic they are. Each restaurant in this story will be evaluated based on factors such as restaurant aesthetics, atmosphere, location, seating versatility, and unique features.

Now, let's dive into our top three most aesthetic new Jenks restaurants.

First up, The Lodge Eatery and Pub.

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The back entrance of The Lodge and the outdoor seating area.

When entering The Lodge, you are instantly welcomed into a space that is a bright, homey, and relaxed environment. The restaurant features bright white walls with black and wood-grain accents that tie in the cozy and homey aspect. The restaurant is located on Jenks Main Street, and convenient parking options include street parking off of Main Street and a parking lot located at the corner of Second and A Street. Patrons of the Lodge can enjoy many different seating options, including booths, high-top tables, bar seating, and patio seating at the back of the restaurant. 

View from the front entrance of The Lodge.

General manager Lauren is more than grateful to be a part of a restaurant in this town. They add on that the customer service of their establishment is what makes the Lodge stand out from other restaurants along Main Street row. 

“Everyone here genuinely cares about who comes in. We want this to feel like a safe place to eat,” said Lauren. 

With all of this in mind, we’ve concluded that The Lodge is the… Best Reason To Go Into Town on a Thursday Night!

Their casual vibes and high-quality customer service make The Lodge a restaurant worth seeking out. 

To discover more about The Lodge and their menu options, view their website here. 

Next up, City Hall - Steaks and Cocktails.

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Walking into City Hall at Christmas time, you are greeted by stunning Christmas decor throughout the restaurant.

Located on the corner of Main and Second Street, City Hall is a premier destination for an elevated dining experience. Upon entering City Hall, you are instantly hit with wow factors from the moment you enter the building. Stepping inside, welcoming design features such as interior brick walls, warm lighting, wood grain cabinetry, detailed black and white tiling, and a coffered ceiling design create a truly inviting atmosphere. Vintage Jenks sports photos scattered throughout the restaurant take the community aspect to the next level. Families and friends alike can enjoy the convenience and comfort of booth seating options as well as round tables, as they make it easy to enjoy the company of all of the people around you. Other seating options include high-top tables and expansive bar seating. 

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On the left, a photo showing the vintage Jenks pictures displayed throughout City Hall. On the right, a photo showing the front entrance of City Hall.

City Hall is special in many ways, but general manager Stewart says that City Hall is set apart from other Jenks restaurants by its high-quality dining experience without sacrificing the family and community environment Jenks is famous for. 

“We’re family-oriented here…on our main menu, the kids section is part of it,” said Stewart.

After much deliberation, we’ve decided to award City Hall… Where Elegance Feels Like Home!

No one should have to sacrifice fine dining for a family dinner experience, and at City Hall, you get the best of both worlds!

To explore menu options and more about City Hall, find further information here. 

Next, we have Pure Kitchen.

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Photo showing the entrance of Pure Kitchen off of Main Street.

Drive just over the train tracks along Main Street, glance to the right, and you’ll spot Pure. When you walk into Pur,e you are instantly greeted by the sunlight entering the windows, hitting the modern, white walls. The scalloped ceiling pattern creates a form of modern elegance as it flows alongside the edge of the bar and creates a welcoming, friendly atmosphere perfect for dining with friends. The goal of Pure is to bring a healthy, wholesome food factor to Main Street. Allowing patrons to indulge in wellness-oriented food without having to drive further distances.  

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Photos displaying the interior of Pure Kitchen.

For just over two months, Pure has been running and open for business. For five days out of the week, Pure is the place to be. 

“We’re so much busier than I can even believe,” said the owner of Pure, Cynthia. 

Last but certainly not least, we award Pure Kitchen… Best Place For A Solo Lunch!

The inviting and friendly culture of Pure makes it the best destination for a quick lunch, especially if you are looking for something delicious that also aligns with your health goals!

To discover the Pure menu and other opportunities that Pure provides, look here. 

Overall, Jenks Main Street is the place to be all seven days of the week. Whether it be a healthy breakfast, quick dinner, or a once-in-a-while splurge on a steak, there are countless dining opportunities to be found so close to home.