Flavor Of Oklahoma: Maple Ridge Grocery And Bishop Quigley Bringing Local Eats To Tulsa Neighborhood

Dusty pink and sage green walls are adorned with wood accents and cool spherical lights.

Booths and a coffee bar make Maple Ridge Grocer whimsical and inviting.

“I love the combination of a pastel pink brunch, family-friendly, and sweet space with our Irish pub,” said general manager Kylie Delesdernier.

Next door, Bishop Quigley is a stark contrast, with dark wood, quirky framed pictures, animal heads and a true pub feel.

“Being able to have everything at all once with one space and two restaurants,” said Delesdernier

These spots share a kitchen and are part of the McNellie’s Group, which owns several local restaurants all over Green Country.

Executive chef Adam White takes inspiration from flavors he likes and keeps many ingredients local.

“This is the French style omelette,” he said.

The omelet is served all day, and it shines with simplicity.

“As it's cooking, you get the curds,” he said. “It makes it, so you don't have to use cream to richen it.”

Chef Adam stirs the eggs quickly, adds good cheese, heats it up and folds it. It’s served along a light salad and is soft, rich and yummy without being overpowering.

“That constant stirring and heat with the better texture,” said White.

One of his favorite items on the menu is the roast beef sandwich, with black Angus ribeye sourced from a nearby farm.

“We’re gonna do hot roast beef and Swiss,” he said.

White adds Swiss and sears the beef, before putting it all together with a horseradish mayo.

“Put a little butter down.”

The sandwich gets golden and toasty and is served with crispy dipper fries.

“It’s a beautiful messy bite,” he said.

The result is a melty, stuffed sandwich and the tangy sauce stands out.

As day turns to night, Maple Ridge Grocer turns into a more intimate, slower-paced dinner spot.

That’s when Chef Adam can flex his skills and showcase a special changing menu.

“I didn't go to culinary school,” he said. “I read a lot and worked at a lot of restaurants.”

One option is his smoked duck.

“Brine it, pull it out,” White said. “Cold smoke it for 20 minutes.”

He sears the duck for a few minutes to let it get crispy, then cuts in. White serves the duck on top of chilled pearl couscous salad and grilled eggplant.

“This is our preserved orange tzatziki.”

He dresses up the dish and then it’s ready to dig in.

You're almost hit immediately by how smoky it is. It’s a balanced, rich meal with some ingredients you don't see too often here in Oklahoma.

“Our chef is so creative and making bi-weekly specials using local farmers market,” said Delesdernier.

She says they've become a go-to spot for people coming downtown- and those who live in the Maple Ridge neighborhood.

“I think having somewhere accessible for our neighbors to quite honestly borrow a cup of sugar,” Delesdernier laughed.

She says Bishop Quigley is very different; It has a small menu with pub staples like fish and chips, along with lots of whiskeys and beer on tap, but it's the perfect contrast to Maple Ridge Grocer.

“One of my favorite things is getting to serve someone for breakfast and seeing them here for a pint after work,” she said.

Whether you’re looking for lunch, a pint, or a place to gather with friends, these two new concepts in Green Country offer a flavor for everyone.

“It has been incredible,” Delesdernier said. “The human component is the best part.”

Maple Ridge Grocer and Bishop Quigley are located at 1810 S Cincinnati Ave, Tulsa, OK 74119.

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