Red Cup is a cafe budget eat in Midtown, Oklahoma City.
Editorially verified June 26, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Must order: Veggie breakfast bowl; house-made baked goods
Tip: Nearly the entire menu is vegan. The daily specials board often has the best-value plates.
Address: 3122 N Classen Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73118
Iron Star Urban Barbeque in Oklahoma City smokes ribs, brisket, and pulled pork in a casual Midtown setting with craft beers and a rollup garage door patio.
Order: Smoked brisket plate; St. Louis ribs
Tip: Lunch specials offer the best value, and the garage-door patio is ideal on pleasant Oklahoma evenings.
Braum's Ice Cream and Dairy Store in Oklahoma City is an Oklahoma institution serving burgers, fresh dairy products, and hand-dipped ice cream at low prices.
Order: Fresh double cheeseburger; hand-dipped ice cream cone
Tip: Braum's uses dairy fresh from its own Oklahoma farm. The grocery section sells produce, cheese, and milk cheaper than supermarkets.
Barrios Fine Mexican Dishes in Oklahoma City delivers a refined Mexican dining experience in Midtown at prices that compare well to casual chain restaurants.
Order: Lunch combo plate; house margarita on the rocks
Tip: The lunch specials offer the best value in the house. Combo plates come with rice, beans, and a drink for under $15.
Kaiser's Grateful Bean Cafe in Oklahoma City serves generous counter-service sandwiches, soups, and baked goods at everyday affordable prices in Midtown.
Order: House turkey sandwich; daily soup
Tip: Kitchen closes at 16:00 daily. Best for a budget midday meal. The homemade bread is exceptional.
Iron Star Urban Barbeque in Oklahoma City smokes ribs, brisket, and pulled pork in a casual Midtown setting with craft beers and a rollup garage door patio.
Order: Smoked brisket plate; St. Louis ribs
Tip: Lunch specials offer the best value, and the garage-door patio is ideal on pleasant Oklahoma evenings.
Braum's Ice Cream and Dairy Store in Oklahoma City is an Oklahoma institution serving burgers, fresh dairy products, and hand-dipped ice cream at low prices.
Order: Fresh double cheeseburger; hand-dipped ice cream cone
Tip: Braum's uses dairy fresh from its own Oklahoma farm. The grocery section sells produce, cheese, and milk cheaper than supermarkets.
Waffle House in Oklahoma City is open 24 hours daily, serving waffles, hash browns, and eggs at any hour, making it the most reliable all-night budget meal.
Order: Pecan waffle; scattered smothered covered hash browns
Tip: The best time to visit is 02:00-05:00 for the most authentic late-night diner experience in OKC.
Barrios Fine Mexican Dishes in Oklahoma City delivers a refined Mexican dining experience in Midtown at prices that compare well to casual chain restaurants.
Order: Lunch combo plate; house margarita on the rocks
Tip: The lunch specials offer the best value in the house. Combo plates come with rice, beans, and a drink for under $15.
OSO Paseo in Oklahoma City's Paseo Arts District serves affordable Baja-style tacos and Mexican street food in a walk-in setting with bold flavors and value.
Order: Street tacos two-for-one; agua fresca
Tip: Walk-ins only, the tacos are generously filled and two make a satisfying meal for under $10.
Kaiser's Grateful Bean Cafe in Oklahoma City serves generous counter-service sandwiches, soups, and baked goods at everyday affordable prices in Midtown.
Order: House turkey sandwich; daily soup
Tip: Kitchen closes at 16:00 daily. Best for a budget midday meal. The homemade bread is exceptional.
