What to order at Iron Star Urban Barbeque

Must order
Smoked brisket plate; St. Louis-cut ribs
Editor tip
Less famous than Cattlemen's but preferred by local regulars, especially for the craft beer tap list alongside the BBQ.
CuisineAmerican BBQ
Price$$
Neighborhoodmidtown
Hours{'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'}
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Must order: Smoked brisket plate; St. Louis-cut ribs

Tip: Less famous than Cattlemen's but preferred by local regulars, especially for the craft beer tap list alongside the BBQ.

Location

Address: 3700 N Shartel Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73118

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Red Cup ★ 4.2

Cafe$midtownMon-Fri 08:00-15:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-15:00

Red Cup in Oklahoma City is a beloved all-vegetarian cafe that has served Classen Boulevard for years with plant-based comfort food at honest prices.

Order: Veggie breakfast bowl; house-baked pastry

Tip: A true local institution that most tourists overlook. The daily specials board is always worth reading.

3122 N Classen Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73118

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Picasso Cafe ★ 4.3

New American$$paseo-arts-district{'monday': '11:00-22:00', 'tuesday': '11:00-22:00', 'wednesday': '11:00-22:00', 'thursday': '11:00-22:00', 'friday': '11:00-00:00', 'saturday': '11:00-00:00', 'sunday': '10:00-21:00'}

Picasso Cafe in Oklahoma City's Paseo Arts District is an arty neighborhood favorite known for its vegan-friendly New American menu and Sunday brunch.

Order: Prosciutto-wrapped figs with blue cheese; veggie pizza

Tip: Most visitors to OKC skip the Paseo District entirely. The First Fridays art walk adds a lively atmosphere on the first Friday of each month.

3009 Paseo Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73103 Book →

Red Cup ★ 4.2

Cafe$midtownMon-Fri 08:00-15:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-15:00

Red Cup in Oklahoma City is a beloved all-vegetarian cafe that has served Classen Boulevard for years with plant-based comfort food at honest prices.

Order: Veggie breakfast bowl; house-baked pastry

Tip: A true local institution that most tourists overlook. The daily specials board is always worth reading.

3122 N Classen Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73118

Lido Restaurant ★ 4.3

Vietnamese$asian-districtMon-Thu 10:30-21:00, Fri 10:30-21:30, Sat 11:00-21:30

Lido Restaurant in Oklahoma City's Asian District is a family-run Vietnamese cafe making banh mi sandwiches, rice plates, and spring rolls with care.

Order: Banh mi sandwich; broken rice com tam plate

Tip: Under $5 for a banh mi and under $10 for a full rice plate. The Asian District is one of OKC's most overlooked food destinations.

2518 N Military Ave, Ste 101, Oklahoma City, OK 73106

Gopuram Taste of India ★ 4.0

Pan-Asian$southwest-oklahoma-city{'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'}

Gopuram Taste of India in Oklahoma City serves authentic South Indian and North Indian cooking at budget prices, treasured by locals who know the buffet.

Order: Lamb biryani; dosa; mango lassi

Tip: The weekday lunch buffet is around $12 for unlimited plates and features rotating regional specials.

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Palo Santo ★ 4.3

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Palo Santo in Oklahoma City's Farmers Market District is a mezcal-focused cocktail bar that most visitors never find, with some of the city's best drinks.

Order: Mezcal negroni; house smash burger with local beef

Tip: Located in the Farmers Market District rather than the more trafficked Midtown or Bricktown, this is a genuine off-the-beaten-path find for cocktail lovers.

1203 SW 2nd St, Oklahoma City, OK 73108

Good For A Few ★ 4.7

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Order: Seasonal rotating craft cocktail; bar snack flight

Tip: Look for the open bookshelves adjacent to New State Burgers on NW 16th. The hidden entrance is part of the experience.

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