Bistros, trattorias, taverns and neighbourhood rooms: the mid-tier places where Oklahoma City actually eats.

Where to eat well, no fuss

Cattlemen's Steakhouse ★ 4.5

Steakhouse$$$stockyards-city{'monday': '06:00-22:00', 'tuesday': '06:00-22:00', 'wednesday': '06:00-22:00', 'thursday': '06:00-22:00', 'friday': '06:00-23:00', 'saturday': '06:00-23:00', 'sunday': '06:00-22:00'}

Cattlemen's Steakhouse in Stockyards City Oklahoma City has served USDA prime beef and cowboy breakfasts to ranchers and visitors since 1910.

Ma Der Lao Kitchen ★ 4.7

Lao$$plaza-district{'monday': 'closed', 'tuesday': '11:00-22:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-22:00', 'thursday': '11:00-22:00', 'friday': '11:00-23:00', 'saturday': '11:00-23:00', 'sunday': 'closed'}

Ma Der Lao Kitchen in Oklahoma City brings James Beard-nominated Lao cooking: papaya salad, laab gai, and sticky rice from chef Jeff Chanchaleune.

Cheever's Cafe ★ 4.1

American Bistro$$$classen-ten-penn{'monday': '11:00-21:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-21:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-21:00', 'thursday': '11:00-21:00', 'friday': '11:00-22:00', 'saturday': '10:00-22:00', 'sunday': '10:00-21:00'}

Cheever's Cafe on N Hudson in Oklahoma City serves seasonal American bistro food in a former flower shop near the State Capitol Complex in OKC.

The Jones Assembly ★ 4.2

New American$$$film-row{'monday': 'closed', 'tuesday': '16:00-23:00', 'wednesday': '16:00-23:00', 'thursday': '16:00-00:00', 'friday': '16:00-02:00', 'saturday': '10:00-02:00', 'sunday': '10:00-22:00'}

The Jones Assembly on Film Row Oklahoma City pairs refined regional American cooking with live music hosting national touring acts each week.

The Mule ★ 3.9

American$$plaza-district{'monday': '11:00-22:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-22:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-22:00', 'thursday': '11:00-22:00', 'friday': '11:00-22:00', 'saturday': '11:00-22:00', 'sunday': '11:00-21:00'}

The Mule in Oklahoma City Plaza District serves creative grilled cheese sandwiches and craft beers at the heart of the NW 16th Street strip.

Paseo Grill ★ 4.0

Contemporary American$$$paseo-arts-district{'monday': '11:00-21:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-21:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-21:00', 'thursday': '11:00-21:00', 'friday': '11:00-22:00', 'saturday': '17:00-22:00', 'sunday': 'closed'}

Paseo Grill in Oklahoma City Paseo Arts District serves contemporary plates including miso sea bass and duck breast in a sophisticated setting.

OSO Paseo ★ 3.9

Mexican$paseo-arts-district{'monday': 'closed', 'tuesday': 'closed', 'wednesday': 'closed', 'thursday': '17:00-22:00', 'friday': '17:00-00:00', 'saturday': '12:00-00:00', 'sunday': '12:00-21:00'}

OSO Paseo in Oklahoma City Paseo Arts District is a walk-in taco spot serving Baja-inspired street tacos with half-price tacos every Tuesday.

McNellie's Public House ★ 3.8

British gastropub$$midtown{'monday': '11:00-00:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-00:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-00:00', 'thursday': '11:00-00:00', 'friday': '11:00-02:00', 'saturday': '11:00-02:00', 'sunday': '11:00-00:00'}

McNellie's Public House in Oklahoma City pours 60 taps of craft and imported beers alongside pub food and charburgers on Classen Drive daily.

Grand House Asian Bistro ★ 4.3

Chinese Dim Sum$$asian-district{'monday': '11:00-21:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-21:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-21:00', 'thursday': '11:00-21:00', 'friday': '11:00-21:00', 'saturday': '09:00-21:00', 'sunday': '09:00-21:00'}

Grand House Asian Bistro on N Classen in Oklahoma City has served Cantonese dim sum and authentic Chinese cuisine since 1983, with dim sum carts on weekends.

Bricktown Brewery ★ 3.6

American$$bricktown{'monday': '11:00-22:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-22:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-22:00', 'thursday': '11:00-22:00', 'friday': '11:00-23:00', 'saturday': '11:00-23:00', 'sunday': '11:00-22:00'}

Bricktown Brewery in Oklahoma City pours craft beers alongside pub food and burgers on the Bricktown canal as the original OKC brewpub location.

Cafe Kacao ★ 4.2

Latin American$asian-district{'monday': '07:00-15:00', 'tuesday': '07:00-15:00', 'wednesday': '07:00-15:00', 'thursday': '07:00-15:00', 'friday': '07:00-15:00', 'saturday': '07:00-15:00', 'sunday': '07:00-15:00'}

Cafe Kacao on N Classen in Oklahoma City brings Guatemalan breakfast cooking: champurrado, huevos rancheros, tamales, and hearty Central American plates.

Tucker's Onion Burgers ★ 4.2

Burgers$uptown{'monday': '11:00-21:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-21:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-21:00', 'thursday': '11:00-21:00', 'friday': '11:00-21:00', 'saturday': '11:00-21:00', 'sunday': '11:00-21:00'}

Tucker's Onion Burgers in Oklahoma City keeps the smashed onion burger tradition alive, pressing thin-sliced onions into each patty on the griddle.

Seoul Pocha ★ 4.0

Korean$$asian-district{'monday': '17:00-00:00', 'tuesday': '17:00-00:00', 'wednesday': '17:00-00:00', 'thursday': '17:00-02:00', 'friday': '17:00-02:00', 'saturday': '17:00-02:00', 'sunday': '17:00-00:00'}

Seoul Pocha on NW 23rd Street in Oklahoma City brings Korean pocha street food: tteokbokki, corn dogs, fried chicken, and soju cocktails to OKC.

Empire Slice House ★ 4.0

Pizza$plaza-district{'monday': '11:00-23:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-23:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-23:00', 'thursday': '11:00-23:00', 'friday': '11:00-00:00', 'saturday': '11:00-00:00', 'sunday': '11:00-23:00'}

Empire Slice House in Oklahoma City Plaza District serves creative by-the-slice New York-style pizzas with rotating toppings and craft beers.

JINYA Ramen Bar ★ 3.9

Ramen$$nichols-hills{'monday': '11:00-22:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-22:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-22:00', 'thursday': '11:00-22:00', 'friday': '11:00-22:30', 'saturday': '11:00-22:30', 'sunday': '11:00-22:00'}

JINYA Ramen Bar on N Western Avenue brings Japanese ramen craft to Oklahoma City with tonkotsu and vegan broths and high-quality toppings daily.

Kitchen No. 324 ★ 4.0

New American$$downtown{'monday': '07:30-14:30', 'tuesday': '07:30-14:30', 'wednesday': '07:30-14:30', 'thursday': '07:30-14:30', 'friday': '07:30-14:30', 'saturday': '07:30-14:30', 'sunday': '07:30-14:30'}

Kitchen No. 324 on N Robinson Avenue in Oklahoma City serves farm-to-table breakfast and lunch daily in downtown OKC with seasonal ingredients.

The Melting Pot ★ 3.7

American$$$bricktown{'monday': '16:00-21:00', 'tuesday': '16:00-21:00', 'wednesday': '16:00-21:00', 'thursday': '16:00-21:00', 'friday': '12:00-22:00', 'saturday': '12:00-22:00', 'sunday': '12:00-21:00'}

The Melting Pot in Bricktown Oklahoma City delivers the full fondue experience with cheese, entree, and chocolate courses beside the Bricktown canal.

Saii Asian Bistro ★ 3.8

Pan-Asian$$western-avenue{'monday': '11:00-21:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-21:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-21:00', 'thursday': '11:00-21:00', 'friday': '11:00-22:00', 'saturday': '11:00-22:00', 'sunday': '11:00-21:00'}

Saii Asian Bistro on N May Avenue in Oklahoma City serves pan-Asian cuisine with Japanese, Thai, and Chinese dishes in a polished north OKC room.

Flip's Wine Bar and Trattoria ★ 4.0

Italian$$western-avenue{'monday': 'closed', 'tuesday': '11:00-00:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-00:00', 'thursday': '11:00-00:00', 'friday': '11:00-00:00', 'saturday': '11:00-00:00', 'sunday': '11:00-00:00'}

Flip's Wine Bar and Trattoria on N Western Avenue in Oklahoma City pairs Italian trattoria classics with an extensive wine list, no reservations.

Red PrimeSteak ★ 4.1

Steakhouse$$$downtown{'monday': '17:00-22:00', 'tuesday': '17:00-22:00', 'wednesday': '17:00-22:00', 'thursday': '17:00-22:00', 'friday': '17:00-23:00', 'saturday': '17:00-23:00', 'sunday': 'closed'}

Red PrimeSteak on N Broadway in Oklahoma City delivers a contemporary steakhouse with sleek interiors and premium cuts in the heart of downtown OKC.

Elemental Coffee ★ 4.4

Specialty Coffee$midtown{'monday': '07:00-14:00', 'tuesday': '07:00-14:00', 'wednesday': '07:00-14:00', 'thursday': '07:00-14:00', 'friday': '07:00-14:00', 'saturday': '08:00-14:00', 'sunday': '08:00-14:00'}

Elemental Coffee on N Hudson Avenue in Oklahoma City is a specialty roaster and cafe serving pour-overs alongside breakfast and lunch in Midtown OKC.

Pinkitzel Cupcakes and Candy ★ 3.8

Bakery$bricktown{'monday': '11:00-21:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-21:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-21:00', 'thursday': '11:00-21:00', 'friday': '11:00-22:00', 'saturday': '11:00-22:00', 'sunday': '11:00-21:00'}

Pinkitzel Cupcakes and Candy in Bricktown Oklahoma City is known for artisan cupcakes, hand-dipped chocolates, and a rotating lineup of creative treats.

The Metro Wine Bar and Bistro ★ 4.1

Wine Bar$$$western-avenue{'monday': '17:00-22:00', 'tuesday': '17:00-22:00', 'wednesday': '17:00-22:00', 'thursday': '17:00-22:00', 'friday': '17:00-23:00', 'saturday': '17:00-23:00', 'sunday': 'closed'}

The Metro Wine Bar and Bistro on N Western Avenue in Oklahoma City has anchored the north-side dining scene with a curated wine list and bistro food.

Rococo Restaurant and Fine Wine ★ 4.1

Contemporary American$$$western-avenue{'monday': '11:00-22:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-22:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-22:00', 'thursday': '11:00-22:00', 'friday': '11:00-23:00', 'saturday': '11:00-23:00', 'sunday': '11:00-22:00'}

Rococo Restaurant and Fine Wine in Oklahoma City Nichols Hills serves upscale American and European cuisine with an award-winning wine program.

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