Cocktails, wine bars and dives: drinking in Oklahoma City for grown-ups.
Cocktail bars, wine bars, dive bars and gastropubs: drinking in Oklahoma City for grown-ups.
Fassler Hall brings a German biergarten to Oklahoma City with communal tables, homemade sausages, and an enormous patio perfect for large groups.
Order: Oktoberfest lager; pretzel with beer cheese
Tip: Arrive early on weekends as the sprawling patio fills up fast with Thunder game crowds.
Bar Arbolada in Oklahoma City serves house-ground smash burgers and balanced craft cocktails in its Film Row bar, open until 02:00 on weekends.
Order: Smash burger; house old fashioned
Tip: Walk-ins only, kitchen closes at 22:00, and weekday happy hour runs 16:00-18:00.
Palo Santo in Oklahoma City blends a mezcal-forward cocktail program with a small kitchen serving elevated bar bites in the Farmers Market District.
Order: Mezcal negroni; roasted hatch chile margarita
Tip: Thursday through Saturday has the most lively atmosphere, with DJs later in the evening.
O Bar sits seven stories atop the Ambassador Hotel in Oklahoma City, serving hand-crafted cocktails with panoramic midtown views from its open-air rooftop.
Order: Seasonal craft cocktail; Oklahoma spirit flight
Tip: Come at golden hour on Friday for the best skyline views before it fills up.
The Library of Distilled Spirits in Oklahoma City pours rare whiskeys and classic cocktails inside the original vault of The National building.
Order: Rare whiskey flight; house-made classic cocktail
Tip: The whiskey selection runs over 200 labels, ask the bartender for a pour comparison between single malts.
R&J Lounge and Supper Club in Oklahoma City serves a retro American supper-club menu inside a kitschy 1950s-inspired red and gold space with a beloved patio.
Order: Classic cocktail; supper club ribeye
Tip: The alley entrance at 320-B NW 10th is part of the charm, look for the subtle signage.
Good For A Few is a cocktail bar in Oklahoma City accessed through open bookshelves in the Plaza District, serving meticulously crafted drinks.
Order: Seasonal craft cocktail; bar snack plate
Tip: Find the entrance through the bookshelves beside New State Burgers. The bar is easy to miss.
Lunar Lounge is a celestial-themed speakeasy in Oklahoma City accessed through a hidden moon-button door in Midtown, serving creative cocktails.
Order: Moon cocktail; house specialty punch
Tip: Look for the small moon button in the hallway to unlock the entrance to this hidden bar.
McNellie's Public House in Oklahoma City is a British-style gastropub with over 300 bottled beers, classic pub fare, and genuine Irish hospitality in Midtown.
Order: Fish and chips; Irish dry stout on draft
Tip: The beer list spans 300+ bottles, ask the staff for a pairing with whatever pub food you order.
The Jones Assembly in Oklahoma City is a live music bar inside a 1930s Film Row warehouse with three distinct spaces and an upscale cocktail lounge.
Order: Craft cocktail at T Room; seasonal local beer
Tip: Check the calendar for live music events, which elevate the bar experience on weekends.
Flamingo TIKI Room in Oklahoma City pours classic mai tais and island cocktails in the Paseo Arts District with patio seating under thatched umbrellas.
Order: Classic Mai Tai; frozen mango daiquiri
Tip: Walk-ins only, sit on the patio for the full tropical atmosphere in the arts district setting.
OSO Paseo in Oklahoma City serves Baja-style tacos and signature tiki cocktails in the Paseo Arts District with a patio for warm Oklahoma evenings.
Order: Baja fish taco; frozen margarita
Tip: Walk-ins only, the patio is especially appealing during First Fridays art walks in the Paseo.
Barseo in Oklahoma City serves craft cocktails with house-made syrups near the Paseo Arts District, with live music and a neighborhood bar atmosphere.
Order: Seasonal house cocktail; shareable charcuterie board
Tip: Saturday afternoons feature live music on the patio, making it one of the best weekend bar experiences in OKC.
Dust Bowl Lanes and Lounge in Oklahoma City combines 12 retro bowling lanes with a full craft cocktail bar in the Midtown entertainment corridor.
Order: Craft cocktail at the lounge; lane-side beer bucket
Tip: Book bowling lanes in advance on weekends as they sell out quickly on Thunder game nights.
Michael Murphy's Dueling Piano Bar in Oklahoma City delivers high-energy audience-driven shows in Bricktown with pianists playing rock and pop requests.
Order: Beer bucket for the table; signature cocktail
Tip: Shows begin at 20:30. Arrive by 19:30 to get a good seat. Must be 21 or older to enter.
Vast Bar and Lounge in Oklahoma City sits on the 49th floor of Devon Tower, pairing panoramic city views with craft cocktails and lounge seating.
Order: Signature craft cocktail; champagne with city views at sunset
Tip: The bar is open even without a restaurant reservation, arrive early Friday for the most dramatic skyline light.
Picasso Cafe in Oklahoma City's Paseo Arts District pairs a creative New American menu with craft cocktails in an art-filled neighborhood atmosphere.
Order: Prosciutto-wrapped figs; seasonal cocktail from the bar menu
Tip: Visit on a Sunday during the Unicorn Brunch for themed cocktails and a lively Paseo crowd.
Barrios Fine Mexican Dishes in Oklahoma City pairs high-quality margaritas and mezcal pours with a refined bar program alongside bold Mexican cuisine.
Order: Signature margarita; queso fundido
Tip: Reservations are smart for dinner, but walk-ins can usually secure bar seats to enjoy the cocktail menu.
Empire Slice House in Oklahoma City's Plaza District is the go-to spot for late-night pizza by the slice paired with craft beer and a lively bar scene.
Order: Pepperoni by the slice; local Oklahoma craft beer
Tip: The bar stays busy late on weekends after other restaurants have closed, making it ideal for a nightcap slice.
Prairie OKC Taproom in Oklahoma City pours 16 rotating taps of experimental and seasonal ales brewed on its 3.5-barrel system in Automobile Alley.
Order: Whatever just tapped this week; farmhouse saison
Tip: With two to four new beers per week, each visit yields a different tap list, so ask what's new.