That’s the driving philosophy of Beatniks, Downtown Midland’s newest restaurant. Does it deliver on any of those verbs? Yes. It’s a good restaurant that is serving up good food. But like a new band ...

The Beatniks have been busy lately, performing at venues such as Paul Allen’s Experience Music Project, the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Safeco Field and the Emerald Downs Racetrack. The ...