New Airway Heights restaurant brings Asian fusion to West Plains

By SHANNEN TALBOT

Staff Reporter

Mama Jeannie doesn’t quite know what to do with compliments.

Jeannie Choi, called “Mama Jeannie” by employees and customers alike, is the owner and chef at D’bali Asian Bistro, the Airway Heights restaurant gaining a cult following for its signature Asian fusion dishes and distinctive seasonings.

And when complimented on the delicious food coming out of her kitchen, she just smiles, waves a hand and says, “It’s not bad, huh?”

Not bad is an understatement, with the small location already setting the local culinary scene on fire despite opening at the end of 2018...