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1. FLINT Kitchen & Bar

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Oklahoma City

Booked 52 times today

Located at the heart of downtown, FLINT is unveiling its new look and it's more than just a restaurant; it's a gathering place where friends, family, and food enthusiasts come together to celebrate the art of dining. Whether you're marking a special event or seeking a cozy dinner spot, FLINT Kitchen & Bar invites you to experience the finest in American cuisine paired with our award-winning wine list, right here in downtown Oklahoma City. Join us for a truly unforgettable dining adventure.Open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Holiday Information: please call the restaurant directly at 405-605-0657 regarding special menu offerings and pricing. Our outdoor patio scene features a full-service bar with seasonally inspired cocktails.

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2. Cheever's Cafe - Oklahoma City

4.9

Exceptional(5179)

Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown 23rd

Booked 64 times today

Cheever's Cafe, located just 2 miles from Downtown Oklahoma City, specializes in contemporary comfort food with Southwest influences. Cheever's serves a variety of prime steaks, fresh seafood and wonderful salads, as well as daily and nightly specials. Locals in-the-know love our seafood tamales, chicken fried steak, and sublime salads for dinner, lunch, brunch – everyday dining or special occasions.

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3. Mickey Mantle's Steakhouse - OKC

4.5

Awesome(3034)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Bricktown

Booked 14 times today

Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse – OKC’s Best Steakhouse ExperienceMickey Mantle’s Steakhouse, located in the heart of Oklahoma City’s historic Bricktown, is a classic steakhouse with a contemporary American flair in both menu and design. Named after Oklahoma’s own baseball legend, this dramatic 10,000 square foot restaurant dazzles with a compelling contemporary chef-driven menu. Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse is renowned as the best steakhouse in OKC and truly delivers a sizzling fine dining and social experience. Widely recognized as Oklahoma City’s top spot for great steak and fresh seafood, Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse is frequented by many celebrities, athletes, the business crowd and stylish locals.

4. Patrono

4.9

Exceptional(1779)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oklahoma City

Booked 11 times today

Patrono, located in downtown OKC just one block from the Civic Center and the Museum of Art, specializes in true Italian flavors. Patrono serves authentic Italian pasta dishes as well as imported Italian wines, salami, cheeses, grilled steaks, chops, and nightly specials.

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5. Stella Modern Italian Cuisine

4.7

Exceptional(2021)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Midtown

Booked 12 times today

Stella Modern Italian Cuisine specializes in fresh seasonal menus featuring local and organic ingredients when possible. The wood burning oven is the heart of the restaurant, producing Roman style pizza and the majority of the menu. Our culinary team led by Executive Chef Josh Partain has created a modern menu using ideas that begin with traditional Italian dishes. The wine list is an interesting group of Italian and American wines personally selected by owner/operator Lori Burson.

6. The Drake

4.8

Exceptional(1371)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Uptown 23rd

Booked 5 times today

The Drake is fine seafood, extreme hospitality, and dining made just a little more special. From the moment you take a seat at the oysterette bar or sink into one of our booths – we want you to dive into great conversation and amazing dishes. We serve fresh, sustainable seafood, cultivating relationships with fisheries and fishmongers near and far. And we love being part of the local streetscape and community of the Uptown 23rd Street District. “May you have fair winds and following seas” is how sailors of days past would wish someone a safe journey. That’s our wish for you – for all of us. Fair winds. Good fortune. Great dining experiences with friends and family. At The Drake.

7. Paseo Grill

4.8

Exceptional(3980)

Price: Expensive

• American • Paseo Arts

Booked 36 times today

Located in the middle of Oklahoma City's historic Paseo Arts District, Paseo Grill presents a casual, yet sophisticated dining experience. We feature American Cuisine with an international flare, including selections such as prime beef, fresh fish features, and signature dishes. Join us on our patio over-looking the beautiful Spanish villa-style art galleries and enjoy a specialty cocktail or a glass of wine. THANK YOU. We look forward to seeing you soon.We can accommodate parties up to 24 guests. An automatic 20% gratuity will be added to the tab of parties of 8 or more guests. Please call the restaurant for large party reservations.

8. Pizzeria Gusto

4.8

Exceptional(1100)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Uptown 23rd

Booked 3 times today

Pizzeria Gusto is Oklahoma City's first Neapolitan pizza restaurant. We are located in the historic Uptown district near 23rd Street and Walker Avenue. Our Executive Chef Kathryn Mathis brings her forty years culinary experience and innovative vision to the restaurant. Stefano Ferarra oven, that we use, was hand-built in Naples. We import our tomatoes, flour and other fine ingredients from Italy. In addition to amazing pizzas, we feature a great selection of sharable small plates, appetizers, salads and made from scratch desserts.Our bar features 11 beers on tap, along with a great assortment of bottled craft beers, wine and cutting edge cocktails. We offer a lunch special Tuesday-Friday from 11:00-2:00We also feature Happy Hour ALL DAY Tuesday and Wednesday, and from 4:00-6:00 Thursday-Sunday .Gusto Burger Special every ThursdayOur brunch menu is available every Saturday & Sunday from 11:00-2:00.

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9. Musashi's Japanese Steakhouse

4.9

Exceptional(1573)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Western Avenue

Booked 10 times today

Musashi's: A Teppanyaki Experience Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Musashi's, where culinary artistry and theatrical flair come together. Our skilled Teppanyaki chefs transform the finest ingredients into delectable dishes right before your eyes, creating a mesmerizing dining experience.Indulge in a comfortable and elegant atmosphere as you savor your meal. Complement your culinary journey with a selection of fine wines, local or international beers, or traditional sake. For those seeking an outdoor retreat, our garden-like patio offers a serene setting to enjoy the same exceptional cuisine.Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a memorable dining experience, Musashi's is the perfect destination.

10. Rococo Western

4.8

Exceptional(929)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Uptown 23rd

Booked 33 times today

Rococo Western is a gem in the neighborhood for its fantastic seafood, as noted in the reviews. Customers rave about the 'perfect' food, 'excellent' service, and 'cozy' ambiance. It's the go-to place for many locals, praised for its 'consistent quality and exceptional service'. The team is loved for their 'personable' and 'knowledgeable' service, making every visit special. It's a neighborhood favorite that never disappoints.

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Susan
Oklahoma City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great experience. Noise level was wonderful for conversation. As always, food and wait staff was excellent. Highly recommend.
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Cheever's Cafe - Oklahoma CityPrice: Moderate• American• Uptown 23rd
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4.9
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KylaVIP
Las Vegas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was our second visit, and equally exceptional! Service was absolutely fantastic and the food was delicious. We shared a main dish and it was brought out split for us. Bread and dips were so good, wine was perfectly chilled (and we didn’t order an expensive bottle), salad was fresh, the pasta with vodka sauce was amazing, and the affogato was perfection! Will definitely be back!
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PatronoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Oklahoma City
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4.9
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RobynVIP
Oklahoma City •81 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We were 30 minutes late for our reservation and in a big rush once we got there, but the staff was very accommodating and we made it to the Nutcracker on time. And our food was delicious!
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FLINT Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Oklahoma City
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4.4
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David
Oklahoma City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
You can always count on Mickey Mantle's for a wonderful steak! Honest... I cut my filet last night with my FORK!!! How wonderful is that! My wife loves their seafood salad! This is one of her favorite dishes in OKC. We had an excellent server last night, Sebastian. He said he was new to the restaurant- hard to believe though. He helped make the night even more special. We'll be back.
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Mickey Mantle's Steakhouse - OKCPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Bricktown
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4.5
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Lucky
Oklahoma City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was my first time going to this location.Very, very, very good experience.Service was top notch and food was delicious. They were really attentive and took care of us for the birthday dinner.
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Stella Modern Italian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Midtown
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4.7

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. FLINT Kitchen & Bar

2. Cheever's Cafe - Oklahoma City

3. Mickey Mantle's Steakhouse - OKC

4. Patrono

5. Stella Modern Italian Cuisine

6. The Drake

7. Paseo Grill

8. Pizzeria Gusto

9. Musashi's Japanese Steakhouse

10. Rococo Western

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