Sorry if this has been mentioned previously. Did some searching but couldn't find anything.

Just saw this Tweet; "eataroundokc Who likes @SBBurgerjoint? Did you know they're opening a downtown location in Oct/Nov? 9th and Broadway."

Awesome news. Love the sweet potato fries with peanutbutter and bacon.

There's work going on on a small building across the street from the Iguana and just west of the parking lot there. I would guess that will be the location.

I visited S&B two weeks ago and was told the same info from my waiter. They will be located in the small building across from Iguana.

S&B has a very good bar and mixed drinks to go along with their wild burger recipes. The waiter wasn't sure if they would have a full bar at the new location. I would hope that they could get the full bar with the 9th street location and give 9th street more of a bar scene for the Okc late night crowds.

I noticed they've got a garage door in that building. I hope they leave it and have a patio adjacent to it. I love restaurants that can open an old garage door on days with nice weather.

Sorry if this has been mentioned previously. Did some searching but couldn't find anything.

Just saw this Tweet; "eataroundokc Who likes @SBBurgerjoint? Did you know they're opening a downtown location in Oct/Nov? 9th and Broadway."

Awesome news. Love the sweet potato fries with peanutbutter and bacon.

It was discussed earlier in the Automobile Alley thread.

http://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=20552&page=8

No problem with bringing it up again in the food area for those who may not have seen it before.

Metro's not here to be the thread Nazi. All clear.

Thanks kettle

Nice addition to 9th st.

BBatesokc: try the sweet potato fries w/peanut butter, bacon & banana chips at bricktown brewery, amazing!

They're adding another room/possible outdoor patio to the building today.

http://www.sandbburgers.com/

Flipping for Automobile Alley: S&B’s Burger Joint adding another restaurant
By April Wilkerson
Journal Record
April is a reporter in Oklahoma City. Contact her at 278-2849
Posted: 07:19 PM Wednesday, October 19, 2011

OKLAHOMA CITY – S&B’s Burger Joint on N. May Avenue has gained a devoted following for its burgers, sliders and eclectic fries. Next month, it’s bringing its rock-’n’-roll restaurant approach to a second location on Automobile Alley.

S&B’s is taking over a building on Ninth Street across from Iguana Mexican Lounge, the latest addition to a growing retail and restaurant area. Shannon Roper, co-owner of S&B’s, said they began thinking about the expansion a year ago when they were approached by Automobile Alley developer and landowner Steve Mason.

“We couldn’t pass it up,” Roper said. “It’s a really neat, hip spot and is an up-and-coming area. We feel like it will be a great spot for us and we can add to the area with the style of food we do.”

S&B’s building at 20 NW Ninth St. offers about 2,000 square feet, Roper said, and they’re planning a patio. It’s double the size of the May Avenue restaurant. He’s aiming for the end of November to open.

S&B’s offers about 16 burgers – also sold as sliders so people can try different ones.

They range from a traditional burger like “The Fatty” to “The Fire” with roasted green chiles and “The Asian” with gingered onions, soy glaze and wasabi mayo. They also offer several other sandwiches. French fry options include regular and sweet potato or, more elaborately, the Thanksgiving sweet potato fry with marshmallow crème, dried cranberries and chopped pecans.

Roper owns S&B’s with Bryan Neel. The burger joint began nearly two years ago. Previously, they ran it as a bar for 10 years. Roper said they simply wanted to add a kitchen, but the food took off. They still offer a full bar, but it’s no longer the focus.

Roper said they plan to continue their rock-’n’-roll decor on Automobile Alley. At their May site, the walls feature paintings of rock icons by a local artist along with Rolling Stone covers.

Audrey Falk, who owns the nearby Automobile Alley store Shop Good with her husband, Justin, said S&B’s will be a welcome addition to the neighborhood.

“The more great places there are to eat and hang out, the better it is for us,” she said. “We love getting walk-in traffic from restaurants, and they’re great at referring their customers to us while they wait. The street’s changing very quickly. We’re excited to be here.”

This seems to be making a lot of progress.

Just drove by the upcoming S&B's on the south side of ninth, just east of Broadway. Very modern, very cool building. Going to be a great addition to the area.

Can't wait...Love the burgers and bloody mary's

Can't wait either. Tried to go to the original location last week at lunch (12:45-ish) and it was a 45 minute wait. So we opted for Ron's instead.

Goooood burgers. The one at 59th and N. May is almost always very busy. It turns into a bar at 7:00 (I think it is?) But even when the restaurant turns bar, you can still get the burgers to go. I wish them big success on 9th Street.

Can't wait either. Tried to go to the original location last week at lunch (12:45-ish) and it was a 45 minute wait. So we opted for Ron's instead.

Go on a Sunday before the church crowd gets out, before noon. Service is a little slow there sometimes, but it's well worth the wait.

Go on a Sunday before the church crowd gets out, before noon. Service is a little slow there sometimes, but it's well worth the wait.

I hope they streamline the service with the new location, long waits can be a business killer downtown for a lunch crowd. I never go when I have a tight schedule.

I hope they streamline the service with the new location, long waits can be a business killer downtown for a lunch crowd. I never go when I have a tight schedule.

It's not a "long" wait, necessarily, just longer than, say, Tucker's. I've never felt like I was there an inordinate amount of time. It gave me time to catch up with Angry Birds or chit-chat with my meal partner.

It's not a "long" wait, necessarily, just longer than, say, Tucker's. I've never felt like I was there an inordinate amount of time. It gave me time to catch up with Angry Birds or chit-chat with my meal partner.

I'd say on average, by the time I walk up to the hostess to the time I get my food is about 25-45 minutes depending on the day. Which is fine if you're hanging out with friends/family. Not so good it you're on a strict lunch break schedule.

I'd say on average, by the time I walk up to the hostess to the time I get my food is about 25-45 minutes depending on the day. Which is fine if you're hanging out with friends/family. Not so good it you're on a strict lunch break schedule.

I get 20 minutes for lunch and eat in a school cafeteria with rowdy teenagers, so I don't have all that much sympathy for ya ;) But yes, 45 minutes is a long time. I wonder why it takes so long?

I would be jumping up and down if I still lived downtown and was closer. For now, the original location will make due. Do? Due?

Do. You're a teacher still corrupting young minds and you should know. :doh:

Do. You're a teacher still corrupting young minds and you should know. :doh:

At lest he knew it wasn't dew or doo. LOL

At lest he knew it wasn't dew or doo. LOL

At least Doug knows I'm not a "he."

I've never actually written that phrase out before. It's not something I use often. I'm sure everyone on this site has perfect grammar and spelling ;)

At least Doug knows I'm not a "he."

I've never actually written that phrase out before. It's not something I use often. I'm sure everyone on this site has perfect grammar and spelling ;)

Eye no aye due.

Just drove by the upcoming S&B's on the south side of ninth, just east of Broadway. Very modern, very cool building. Going to be a great addition to the area.

When are they supposed to open. The articles seem to indicate they should have already opened... Great to see this little street proper! I really this street could be an absolute gem with just a few more additions (maybe a bar with live music included since there is already an alternative vibe going on there)...

When are they supposed to open. The articles seem to indicate they should have already opened... Great to see this little street proper! I really this street could be an absolute gem with just a few more additions (maybe a bar with live music included since there is already an alternative vibe going on there)...

The JR article said November, and a gazette article said December so I would guess any day now.

I would assume they're going to pave the parking lot in front. That hasn't happened yet, but there is a "now hiring" sign out front.

Photos from today here:

http://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=20552&page=21

went yesterday .... very cool place. clean and slick inside with a good sized bar and should have a great patio in the spring ..

Went today at lunch with a group of guys. FREE food again today! We all did sliders and all different kinds. Also ordered several different french fry combos.

The new place has a great atmosphere. I imagine though its going to cost a fortune to keep the place warm. The only down side was they still have the slowest service in the city. I know its new, but considering the lack of urgency at their original location, I doubt things are going to get any better at the new location. We went knowing it would take awhile so we were mentally prepared. What really bugged us though was that there really weren't all that many people waiting to be seated (maybe 20 people), but we were told it would be 40 minutes and at all times there were empty tables all over the place. At one time there were four 4-tops open and 3 remained open for 13+ minutes. This is really annoying to patrons who'd at least like to sit down and talk with friends and sip on their soda.

The staff was very friendly though and sure enough, it took 45 minutes to get a table. Our order was taken immediately and the food arrived before we began looking at our watches.

All the sliders were really good, with special consideration given to the Elvis, Mushroom & Swiss and Colombian. All the fries were great too.

They were not promoting the free food at all, so we were pleasantly surprised when they said "its on the house today, can we also bring you some ice cream?"

I'm definitely excited about this place and will most likely visit occasionally. If you're on a tight lunch hour I'd avoid going during peak times.

Also, in all honestly, I'll probably visit this place more frequently than Tucker's and definitely more than Irma's. Both are great, I just like the slider option, more choices and atmosphere better at S&B's. I also like knowing that if I show up with a group we will be able to sit together. Not always a possibility at lunch at Tucker's.

Brian, keep in mind - the service is EXPECTED to have glitches, etc. - that's why your meal was free! They're not officially open - this is a pre-opening break-in for the staff, etc.

Brian, keep in mind - the service is EXPECTED to have glitches, etc. - that's why your meal was free! They're not officially open - this is a pre-opening break-in for the staff, etc.

I mentioned above that I was aware it being a new opening it may be slow..... Problem is, the well established regular location is very slow without that as an excuse. Its not really a deal breaker unless you work downtown and have to get to there and back within an hour.

I'll be interested to see if what you've observed at their original spot holds true downtown.

I'll be interested to see if what you've observed at their original spot holds true downtown.

That's the only reason the Misses didn't go with us (she works downtown across from the Skirvin). She figured she was out of luck time wise.

Urban Pioneer took these of the beer/drink menus:

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/sbmenu1.jpg

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/sbmenu2.jpg

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/sbmenu3.jpg

I've mentioned on the board several times in the past that I am a big fan of the place. I've always known it the last few years as "The Burger Joint" because for the longest time that's all their sign at 59th and May said. You even have to look for the place as it's tucked away on the ground floor of an office building with very little signage. But boy, good burgers. (Check out the reviews on UrbanSpoon (http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/46/1493908/restaurant/Suburban-Northside/S-Bs-Burger-Joint-Oklahoma-City) - most of course for the May location. But they're pretty raving.) I hope they have huge success with their new location.

By the way, they've ceased being a bar at night. The Burger Joint has been so successful they were hampered by the age restrictions after 7pm.

Sign going up (courtesy Urban Pioneer):

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/sbsign.jpg

I highly recommend the Tilburg Dutch Brown Ale and the Bloody Jerk

+1 for the sign. Looks awesome.

that reminds me of why i rarely drink beer out.

Is that visual smoke emanating from the lettering that says "joint" ?

We went there for lunch yesterday......we're not too adventurous when it comes to food but I had the Smokin' Okie and my wife had the same minus the jalepenos. I thought the burger was amazing and the BBQ sauce was spectacular. My wife loved the taste of the burger but it was too much for her to eat. We also had regular fries and fried onions and they were pretty blah. The service and the atmosphere was great, we will definitely be back soon.

Is that visual smoke emanating from the lettering that says "joint" ?

Yes, LOL, it is kind of their subliminal theme.

That is why I always think the service, which is very friendly, can be a little slow or some may call it relaxed. haha