16. Jun, 2009
Movies a Cheap Date in Okeechobee
One of the things I really like about Okeechobee is the Brahman Theatres. I’ve been here for many a film with friends during the annual Big O Hike, as it’s a nice cool getaway after a morning on the trail.
But more importantly, for my budget-minded traveling friends, is how cheap it is for first-run films. Yep, we’re talking take the whole family to the movies cheap: adults $6.50, 12 and under $5.
Matinees are Wed, Sat, Sun at 2 and 4:15, and Mon at 3. Evening showings, too. As I recall, they need at least 6 people in attendance to show a movie. I’ve seen several Harry Potter releases here, and as you can see by the marquee – a photo taken several weeks ago – they don’t skimp on quality!
1500 S Parrott Ave, Okeechobee
(863) 763-7202
Cowboy’s is the newcomer in the town of Okeechobee, a steak-and-barbecue restaurant that filled in the blank left by the closure of the R.J. Gator’s chain last year. I saw the sign back during my New Year’s visit but the restaurant wasn’t open yet. Passing through Okeechobee this weekend, I discovered my favorite BBQ joint – Skip’s – is no more. A sign on the door directed me to Cowboy’s. It’s a very different experience, and different approach to BBQ, but Cowboy’s takes on the Okeechobee image and holds it forth proudly for the world to see. The decor leans heavily on photos and paintings of local ranches and ranch families. And each table is named for a ranching family and decorated with their brand. Now that’s touting OkeechoBEEF! Mine was a quick lunch, a loaded baked potato topped with shredded barbecued pork, but I’ll linger longer on the next visit.