The chicken fried steak arrives looking like a golden map of Oklahoma, covering the entire plate and hanging over the edges like a delicious blanket. A waterfall of peppery gravy cascades over the top, pooling around mashed potatoes that sit nearby like loyal sidekicks.
The country star who lent his name to this Oklahoma City spot might draw the tourists, but locals ignore the famous sign and focus entirely on what matters.
Perfectly tenderized beef, a shatteringly crisp crust, and gravy that could make cardboard taste like a blessing…