Food and Drink Traveling to Dallas on I-35. Any good places to sightsee or eat along the way? - Page 3

Kylo Ren · 08:51 AM

Isn't the Nimitz museum on the way? Isn't there a German influenced area where you can get good German food just off of I-35? My wife and I like to visit historical and military museums and battlefields.

The last time we went to Dallas, we stopped in OKC to see the bombing memorial, stopped in Dallas to see where Kennedy was shot, went to San Antonio to see the Alamo, went to Houston for fun, visited the San Jacinto battlefield and the battleship Texas, then drove back to Dallas for the rest of the week. We made up our own history tour of the state of Tx. It was a really fun trip. I'd like to hit more historical locations again. But, we don't have the time or money to deviate from I-35 or Dallas as much as we did the last time. But, I would take a day to drive an hour or two out of the way to see something really worthwhile. So, World War II in the Pacific museum (Nimitz museum) is probably where we'll go. If the German area is south of Dallas, we might go there for some food as long as it isn't too far past Dallas. I would take 69 or another route, but we plan to visit friends in OKC.

Archie F. Swin · 06-11-2012, 06:49 AM

If you've never been to OKC, might want to reserve a few hours to look around. The Oklahoma City Bombing National Memorial is beautiful tribute to the people who died there. The memorial is a just a few minutes from the Bricktown entertainment district, and with the NBA finals going on, would be buzzing with people (I would think). You'll drive through a whisper of scenery as you near Ardmore, Oklahoma while you drive through the Arbuckle range. Winstar World Casino, just north of the Red River, is one of the largest casinos in the nation. There is a lovely German town just west of I35 on US 82 called Muenster, Texas. Great German market and a few restaurants.

**Bob Dole** · 06-11-2012, 06:50 AM

There are also quite a few historical markers for the Marais des Cygnes Massacre and related north of Fort Scott.

http://byways.org/explore/byways/2096/travel.html

**loochy** · 06-11-2012, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Archie F. Swin

If you've never been to OKC, might want to reserve a few hours to look around. The Oklahoma City Bombing National Memorial is beautiful tribute to the people who died there. The memorial is a just a few minutes from the Bricktown entertainment district, and with the NBA finals going on, would be buzzing with people (I would think). You'll drive through a whisper of scenery as you near Ardmore, Oklahoma while you drive through the Arbuckle range. Winstar World Casino, just north of the Red River, is one of the largest casinos in the nation. There is a lovely German town just west of I35 on US 82 called Muenster, Texas. Great German market and a few restaurants.

I was going to recommend the OKC museum too.

Archie F. Swin · 06-11-2012, 07:07 AM

Cool place in Arcadia, OK

http://route66.com/

**Buehler445** · 06-11-2012, 07:14 AM

If you're hungry at Emporia get off and go to Bobby Ds Merchant Street BBQ. It is excellent.

The only other thing is the William Allen White house. If you care about that. (I don't but I took the tour anyway). There is some neat stuff around Emporia but it really isn't worth stopping for.

Archie F. Swin · 06-11-2012, 07:20 AM

If you need a restaurant recommendation in Oklahoma city, just PM me.

**Predarat** · 06-11-2012, 07:46 AM

Arbuckle Wilderness used to be cool, its off 35 in Oklahoma. But I am seeing reports of it being over priced and ran down.

Reading more about Arbuckle Wilderness, I heard not only is it ran down but they neglect the animals. Not a good place at all anymore.

crazycoffey · 06-11-2012, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by AustinChief

DUDE! uncool, man. What the hell did I do to deserve being associated with either Clay OR Al Gore! That's just mean.

Just a little poke your direction. Lol. Actually its a play on what gonzo said about clay being your mult and they guy we see in pictures or at functions is an actor you hired.

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Originally Posted by blaise

You just have to watch for cops more on 69. Some of those towns have someone pulled over every time I drive through them.

Muskogee. (Sp?) I used to make the drive often, and 69 was the way I drove. But in muskogee, first wife had an accident and two speeding tickets there. Sister in law got arrested and I got two tickets too. All different times of course, but even now I never stop or speed in muskogee. Just get through it as quick as possible without making any waves.

Deberg_1990 · 06-11-2012, 07:59 AM

There are plenty of Braums along 35 in Oklahoma

Kylo Ren · 06-11-2012, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by AustinChief

The Czech and German areas are WAY further south. One is between Dallas and Waco the other is south of Austin. (which is where the Nimitz Museum is.. and about an hour WEST of 35)

I think we've been to the German area. I remember buying Kolaches. The Nimitz museum will be worth the drive. We plan to go.

Kylo Ren · 06-11-2012, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Fine Uncut Meat

It's not a comeback. I'm just telling you, your post was terrible. It made you look stupid. Literally no one here thought it was funny. So, why make it? Consider these facts.

I chuckled. It wasn't much of a slam, as CP slams go.

Kylo Ren · 06-11-2012, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Archie F. Swin

If you've never been to OKC, might want to reserve a few hours to look around. The Oklahoma City Bombing National Memorial is beautiful tribute to the people who died there. The memorial is a just a few minutes from the Bricktown entertainment district, and with the NBA finals going on, would be buzzing with people (I would think). You'll drive through a whisper of scenery as you near Ardmore, Oklahoma while you drive through the Arbuckle range. Winstar World Casino, just north of the Red River, is one of the largest casinos in the nation. There is a lovely German town just west of I35 on US 82 called Muenster, Texas. Great German market and a few restaurants.

We are going through OKC. We have friends there. We'll stop in OKC for a day. We've been to the memorial and plan to go again. I'll look for Muenster, Tx. Sounds good to me.

Archie F. Swin · 06-11-2012, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by John_Wayne

We are going through OKC. We have friends there. We'll stop in OKC for a day. We've been to the memorial and plan to go again. I'll look for Muenster, Tx. Sounds good to me.

http://www.muensterchamber.com/

Kylo Ren · 06-11-2012, 08:48 AM

The last time we went to Dallas, we stopped in OKC to see the bombing memorial, stopped in Dallas to see where Kennedy was shot, went to San Antonio to see the Alamo, went to Houston for fun, visited the San Jacinto battlefield and the battleship Texas, then drove back to Dallas for the rest of the week. We made up our own history tour of the state of Tx. It was a really fun trip. I'd like to hit more historical locations again. But, we don't have the time or money to deviate from I-35 or Dallas as much as we did the last time. But, I would take a day to drive an hour or two out of the way to see something really worthwhile. So, World War II in the Pacific museum (Nimitz museum) is probably where we'll go. If the German area is south of Dallas, we might go there for some food as long as it isn't too far past Dallas. I would take 69 or another route, but we plan to visit friends in OKC.

Kylo Ren · 06-11-2012, 08:55 AM

I wonder if there are any diners, drive-ins or dives along the way? I'll have to look that up.

06-10-2012, 10:56 PM
Kylo Ren Grandson of Darth Vader Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Starkiller Base Casino cash: $10015175	Traveling to Dallas on I-35. Any good places to sightsee or eat along the way? Isn't the Nimitz museum on the way? Isn't there a German influenced area where you can get good German food just off of I-35? My wife and I like to visit historical and military museums and battlefields. The last time we went to Dallas, we stopped in OKC to see the bombing memorial, stopped in Dallas to see where Kennedy was shot, went to San Antonio to see the Alamo, went to Houston for fun, visited the San Jacinto battlefield and the battleship Texas, then drove back to Dallas for the rest of the week. We made up our own history tour of the state of Tx. It was a really fun trip. I'd like to hit more historical locations again. But, we don't have the time or money to deviate from I-35 or Dallas as much as we did the last time. But, I would take a day to drive an hour or two out of the way to see something really worthwhile. So, World War II in the Pacific museum (Nimitz museum) is probably where we'll go. If the German area is south of Dallas, we might go there for some food as long as it isn't too far past Dallas. I would take 69 or another route, but we plan to visit friends in OKC. Last edited by Kylo Ren; 06-11-2012 at 08:51 AM.. Reason: Updated to clarify...
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06-11-2012, 06:49 AM	#31
Archie F. Swin This is the way Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Wichita Falls, Texas Casino cash: $9975673	If you've never been to OKC, might want to reserve a few hours to look around. The Oklahoma City Bombing National Memorial is beautiful tribute to the people who died there. The memorial is a just a few minutes from the Bricktown entertainment district, and with the NBA finals going on, would be buzzing with people (I would think). You'll drive through a whisper of scenery as you near Ardmore, Oklahoma while you drive through the Arbuckle range. Winstar World Casino, just north of the Red River, is one of the largest casinos in the nation. There is a lovely German town just west of I35 on US 82 called Muenster, Texas. Great German market and a few restaurants. __________________ "No Two People Will Do It The Same, You got It Down...When You Appear to Be In Pain!"
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06-11-2012, 07:07 AM	#34
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06-11-2012, 07:14 AM	#35
Buehler445 Supporter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Scott City KS Casino cash: $814734	If you're hungry at Emporia get off and go to Bobby Ds Merchant Street BBQ. It is excellent. The only other thing is the William Allen White house. If you care about that. (I don't but I took the tour anyway). There is some neat stuff around Emporia but it really isn't worth stopping for.
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06-11-2012, 07:20 AM	#36
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06-11-2012, 07:46 AM	#37
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06-11-2012, 07:59 AM	#39
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06-11-2012, 08:48 AM	#44
Kylo Ren Grandson of Darth Vader Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Starkiller Base Casino cash: $10015175	The last time we went to Dallas, we stopped in OKC to see the bombing memorial, stopped in Dallas to see where Kennedy was shot, went to San Antonio to see the Alamo, went to Houston for fun, visited the San Jacinto battlefield and the battleship Texas, then drove back to Dallas for the rest of the week. We made up our own history tour of the state of Tx. It was a really fun trip. I'd like to hit more historical locations again. But, we don't have the time or money to deviate from I-35 or Dallas as much as we did the last time. But, I would take a day to drive an hour or two out of the way to see something really worthwhile. So, World War II in the Pacific museum (Nimitz museum) is probably where we'll go. If the German area is south of Dallas, we might go there for some food as long as it isn't too far past Dallas. I would take 69 or another route, but we plan to visit friends in OKC.
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06-11-2012, 08:55 AM	#45
Kylo Ren Grandson of Darth Vader Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Starkiller Base Casino cash: $10015175	I wonder if there are any diners, drive-ins or dives along the way? I'll have to look that up.
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