Ma Der Lao Kitchen
- ★ 4.7
- Lao
- $$
- Plaza District
Ma Der Lao Kitchen in Oklahoma City brings James Beard-nominated Lao cooking: papaya salad, laab gai, and sticky rice from chef Jeff Chanchaleune.
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Ma Der Lao Kitchen in Oklahoma City brings James Beard-nominated Lao cooking: papaya salad, laab gai, and sticky rice from chef Jeff Chanchaleune.
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Good For A Few is Oklahoma City's most discreet cocktail bar, tucked behind bookshelves in the Plaza District where craft meets genuine intimacy.
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Order Smoked brisket plate; St. Louis-cut ribs
Iron Star Urban Barbeque in Oklahoma City is a low-key Midtown BBQ spot delivering some of the city's best smoked brisket with craft beer pairings.
Ganache Patisserie in north Oklahoma City crafts French-style macarons, entremets, and custom celebration cakes with precision pastry technique.
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Roughtail Brewing Company in Oklahoma City pours 24 craft beers on draft in a 20,000-square-foot facility, led by its flagship Everything Rhymes hazy IPA.
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.
Order Smash burger; house old fashioned
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 Mezcal negroni; roasted hatch chile margarita
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 Moon cocktail; house specialty punch
Lunar Lounge is a celestial-themed speakeasy in Oklahoma City accessed through a hidden moon-button door in Midtown, serving creative cocktails.
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Order Craft cocktail at T Room; seasonal local beer
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 Korean fried chicken; tteokbokki
Seoul Pocha on NW 23rd Street brings Korean pojangmacha energy to Oklahoma City with street snacks, fried chicken, soju, and tucked-away karaoke rooms.
Order Lumpia from Rezzy's; Korean plates from Pachinko Parlor
Parlor OKC in Automobile Alley assembles seven food concepts under one roof in Oklahoma City, making it the top destination for a multi-cuisine meal.
Order Prosciutto-wrapped figs with blue cheese; veggie pizza
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.
La Baguette Bistro on N May Avenue in Oklahoma City has baked authentic French breads, croissants, and pastries for the local community since 1975.
Order Classic cocktail; supper club ribeye
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 Mai Tai; frozen mango daiquiri
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 Seasonal house cocktail; shareable charcuterie board
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 Whatever just tapped this week; farmhouse saison
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 F5 IPA; Gran Sport Porter; seasonal barrel-aged release
COOP Ale Works in Oklahoma City has brewed full-flavor beers since 2009, producing nine year-round canned beers and a coveted barrel-aged Reserve series.
Order Dry Irish stout on draft; curated Oklahoma craft bottle
McNellie's Public House in Oklahoma City stocks over 300 bottled beers and rotating Oklahoma craft drafts in a British-style pub setting in Midtown.
Order Order from whichever truck is rotating; try That's What Cheese Said for grilled cheese
Truck Yard OKC in Bricktown is Oklahoma City's outdoor food truck park, with rotating culinary concepts, two full bars, and free live music nightly.
Order Lunch combo plate; house margarita on the rocks
Barrios Fine Mexican Dishes in Oklahoma City delivers a refined Mexican dining experience in Midtown at prices that compare well to casual chain restaurants.
Ling's Cakery on N Classen in Oklahoma City bakes Korean-inspired cream cakes and decorated custom cakes from the heart of the Asian District.
Order Oktoberfest lager; pretzel with beer cheese
Fassler Hall brings a German biergarten to Oklahoma City with communal tables, homemade sausages, and an enormous patio perfect for large groups.
Order Baja fish taco; frozen margarita
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 Pepperoni by the slice; local Oklahoma craft beer
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 Hoparazzi IPA; seasonal wheat beer
Anthem Brewing Company in Oklahoma City brews a diverse lineup from hoppy IPAs to the state's first non-alcoholic craft beer in a taproom near downtown.
Order Scottish 80 Shilling ale; rotating seasonal stout
Angry Scotsman Brewing in Oklahoma City draws on Scottish brewing traditions with rotating ales, stouts, and seasonal lagers in its downtown taproom.
Order Creamy milk stout; crisp Mexican amber lager
Lively Beerworks in Oklahoma City produces approachable craft beers including a creamy milk stout, a hybrid IPA, and a crisp Mexican lager on tap.
Kitchen No. 324 on N Robinson Avenue in Oklahoma City serves farm-to-table breakfast and lunch daily in downtown OKC with seasonal ingredients.
Flip's Wine Bar and Trattoria on N Western Avenue in Oklahoma City pairs Italian trattoria classics with an extensive wine list, no reservations.
Order Beer bucket for the table; specialty cocktail
Michael Murphy's Dueling Piano Bar in Oklahoma City's Bricktown runs audience-driven rock and pop shows until 02:00 Thursday through Saturday nights.
The Mule in Oklahoma City Plaza District serves creative grilled cheese sandwiches and craft beers at the heart of the NW 16th Street strip.
JINYA Ramen Bar on N Western Avenue brings Japanese ramen craft to Oklahoma City with tonkotsu and vegan broths and high-quality toppings daily.
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.
Order Craft cocktail at the lounge; lane-side beer bucket
Dust Bowl Lanes and Lounge in Oklahoma City combines 12 retro bowling lanes with a full craft cocktail bar in the Midtown entertainment corridor.
McNellie's in Oklahoma City pours 60 beers on tap alongside classic Irish pub food including fish and chips and charburgers on Classen Drive daily.
Order Red Brick Ale; seasonal rotating IPA
Bricktown Brewery in Oklahoma City anchors the entertainment district with house-brewed ales, a full menu, and a canal patio open since 1992.
Order House wheat ale; seasonal amber ale
Belle Isle Restaurant and Brewery in Oklahoma City has served house-crafted ales near Penn Square Mall for years alongside rotating American pub food.
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