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FireLake Fry Bread Taco

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FireLake Fry Bread Taco

Experience a delicious slice of culinary heritage at FireLake Fry Bread Taco, a celebrated dining destination nestled in the heart of Shawnee, Oklahoma. Known for its warm, casual atmosphere and deeply rooted community appeal, this local gem specializes in authentic, scratch-made fry bread crafted to fluffy perfection. Whether you are stoping by for a hearty lunch or looking for an unforgettable comfort food experience just a short drive from Interstate 40, FireLake Fry Bread Taco delivers exceptional value, rich flavors, and unique indigenous specialties that keep both locals and travelers coming back for more.

Essential Information

DetailInformation
Address1568 S Gordon Cooper Dr, Shawnee, OK 74801, United States
Phone+1 405-273-0108
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/frybreadtaco/

Operating Hours

Day of the WeekActive Hours
Monday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Service, Accessibility, and Amenities

FeatureOffering Details
Service TypesDine-in, Takeout, Onsite services, Counter service (Does not accept reservations, No delivery)
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating
Atmosphere & AmbianceCasual, Quiet, Easy to talk, Good for groups, Solo dining friendly
ParkingFree parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking spaces available
Children & FamiliesGood for kids, High chairs available, Kids menu offerings
Payments AcceptedCredit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments

Why Visit? Key Highlights

  • Perfectly Crafted Fry Bread: Celebrated by visitors for its light, fluffy, and airy texture, boasting a signature crisp golden exterior and a tender, chewy center.
  • Premium Bison Offering: Stands out by offering high-quality, flavorful ground bison as a premium protein choice alongside classic taco meats.
  • Highly Addicting Meat Pies: A massive customer favorite featuring a perfectly crisp, flaky crust stuffed with savory fillings, potatoes, and green chilies.
  • Cultural Connection: Proudly integrates Potawatomi language translations directly onto their custom menu signage, offering a unique educational and cultural touch point.
  • Vegetarian-Friendly Customization: Highly recommended for vegetarians due to a spacious assembly line format that allows complete customization with a large variety of fresh vegetables and bean options.
  • Incredible Road-Trip Value: Positioned as an ideal, budget-friendly comfort food detour for travelers driving near the Firelake Arena or through the I-40 corridor.

Menu and Offerings

Build Your Own Nishnabe Taco

Start with fresh, traditional fry bread (Zaskokwétek) and build your custom masterpiece step-by-step.

StepAvailable Options
1. Choose Your Protein (Wiyos)Grilled chicken / Ground beef / Ground bison / Vegetarian
2. Choose Your Beans (Kajesek)Black beans / Chili beans / Pinto beans
3. Choose Your Fresh ToppingsLettuce / Spinach / Red onions / White onions / Tomatoes / Green chili peppers / Sour cream / Mild cheddar cheese / Mozzarella cheese / Pepper jack cheese / Black olives / Banana peppers / Jalapeño peppers (fresh or sliced)
4. Choose Your Signature Sauce (Waskegen)Barbeque mild / Picante medium / Picante mild / Salsa verde / Ranch

Traditional Meat Pies

Savory fillings wrapped in a crisp, golden-fried dough crust (Wiyos Pie-Gete / Waskek).

VarietyFilling Ingredients
Regular Meat PieRegular beef, green chilies, potatoes, and cheddar cheese
Spicy Meat PieSpicy beef, green chilies, potatoes, pepper jack cheese, and jalapeños

Kids Meal

Designed for younger guests (Penojé-wisnewen). Includes fries and a fountain drink.

ItemChoice Options
Kids Combo MealChoice of corn dog, chicken nuggets, or a fry bread ground beef and cheese taco

Side Items

The perfect additions to complement your main entree.

ItemItem Description
Corn Soup & Fry BreadTraditional comforting corn soup served alongside a piece of fresh fry bread
Bowl of Beans & Fry BreadA hearty bowl of savory beans paired with a warm, fluffy piece of fry bread
Fry BreadA single serving of traditional, freshly fried Native American flatbread

Desserts

Sweet, indulgent treatments utilizing a crisp fry bread base (Washkebek).

Dessert ItemPreparation Details
Fry Bread with Fresh FruitFresh, sweet strawberries served over warm fry bread and topped with whipped cream
Sweet BreadTraditional fry bread topped with powdered sugar, cinnamon, and warm honey

Fountain Drinks

Refreshing beverage choices (Wishkebaba) available in Small (16 oz.) or Large (32 oz.) sizes, alongside bottled options.

Beverage CategoriesAvailable Choices
Sodas and RefreshmentsCoke / Diet Coke / Dr Pepper / Diet Dr Pepper / Sprite / Barq’s Root Beer / Lemonade / Sweet Tea
Bottled BeveragesBottled Water

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