OKLAHOMA BEEF DINING GUIDE
On behalf of the Oklahoma Beef Council, welcome to Oklahoma City! There are too many restaurants to mention so we highlighted some local favorites.
We hope you will take the time to try local restaurants while you are in town because we have wonderful dining options no matter the cuisine or the price point.
Oklahoma Steakhouses
BROADWAY 10 BAR AND CHOPHOUSE - Located in the historic Buick building at the heart of Automobile Alley, Broadway 10 is a refined, unaffected approach to the urban chophouse. 1101 N Broadway Ave. Suite 101., broadway10okc.com (405) 212-3949
CATTLEMEN’S STEAKHOUSE - The oldest continually-operating restaurant in Oklahoma City and a nationally-known Stockyards City staple, Cattlemen’s Steakhouse has been visited by Presidents, movie stars. It’s open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 1309 S. Agnew Ave., cattlemensrestaurant.com (405) 236-0416
CAPITAL GRILLE - Where steaks meet the grill, they are meticulously dry aged on premises for 18 – 24 days to achieve flavor and texture. Then, each is hand-carved by their in-house butchers to exacting standards. 2100 Northwest EXPY., thecapitalgrille.com (405) 529-3164
MAHOGANY PRIME STEAKHOUSE - This is a restaurant where great steak is the rule, not the exception. Mahogany’s steaks are crafted from the finest custom-aged U.S. Prime Midwestern Beef. 145 West Sheridan Ave. or 3241 W. Memorial Rd., mahoganyprimesteakhouse.com (405) 208-8800
MCCLINTOCK SALOON AND CHOPHOUSE - Stepping into this restaurant is like stepping back into the Old West. It combines a saloon experience with upscale dining. 2227 Exchange Ave., mcclintocksaloon.com (405) 232-0151
RANCH STEAKHOUSE - Rich in heritage with quality and service, the Ranch Steakhouse is a premier dining experience with a menu featuring 100% Prime beef. Reservations are highly recommended and parking is ample. 3000 West Britton Rd., ranchsteakhouse.com (405) 755-3501
RED ROCK CANYON GRILL - Featuring wonderful woodfired steaks and great sunsets on the lake, this restaurant is an Oklahoma City favorite. 9221 Lake Hefner PKWY., redrockcanyongrill.com (405) 749-1995
STOCK & BOND - Modern take on the classic steakhouse dishing up American whiskeys and steaks in a transportive space. Located in The First Residences at First National 138 Park Ave., stockandbond.com (405) 900-6850
Beefy Burgers
SUN CATTLE CO. - This restaurant is on Film Row, just a few minutes away, features Oklahoma's own fried-onion burgers, steak fingers and delicious shakes. According to Mike Rowe, of Dirty Jobs, "It was without a doubt, th best onion burger I have ever had, and quite possibly the best hamburger ever made." 800 W. Sheridan Ave., suncattle.com (405) 768-3120
TUCKERS FRIED ONION BURGERS - Tucker’s Onion Burgers is Oklahoma’s first premium onion burger restaurant. If you have never had a fried-onion burger, you need to before you leave Oklahoma. 5740 N. Classen BLVD. #3, tuckersonionburgers.com (405) 286-3331
Perfect Pizza
EMPIRE SLICE HOUSE - Serving New York Style pies and pizza by the slice with late night dining and rad jams all day. We like the hamburgerler pizza. 1804 NW 16th St., empireslicehouse.com (405) 557-1760
PIZZERIA GUSTO - This wonderful restaurant is Oklahoma City’s first Neapolitan pizza restaurant. For beef eaters, the grilled short ribs are excellent. 2415 N. Walker Ave., pizzeria-gusto.com (405) 437-4992.
Best Barbecue
EDGE CRAFT BBQ - It's only open Thursday-Saturday, from 11:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M., or until it's sold out, but it is well worth the short trip for stellar smoked brisket. 1920 Linwood Ave., edgecraftbbq. com (405) 768-2970
IRON STAR URBAN BBQ - Specializing in fine dining with true smokehouse flavor, Iron Star BBQ offers a unique and tasty spin on comfort foods. While the BBQ is excellent, we recommend the Beef Tenderloin Salad. 3700 N. Shartel, ironstarokc.com (405) 524-5925
All-American Variety
CHARLESTON’S - Located on the historic Bricktown Canal, Charleston’s Bricktown is the perfect place to begin your evening of fun! Featuring outdoor seating overlooking the canal, the menu includes scratch made dishes and crafted cocktails. 224 Johnny Bench Dr., charlestons.com (405) 778-8868
CITY BITES - For wonderful sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes and tasty cookies, this Oklahoma-based chain is a winner. We like the Beefeater sandwich. 2220 N Classen BLVD., citybites.net (405) 842-3355.
LORENA - Brings the heart and soul of Southern cuisine to life with a modern twist. Whether you’re craving classic comfort foods or innovative dishes. 1207 N Walker Ave., lorena-okc.com (405) 437-1011
HEFNER GRILL - This restaurant features sophisticated pub grub, steaks & seafood in a waterfront setting with live music & Sunday brunch. 9201 Lake Hefner Pkwy., hefnergrill.com (405) 748-6113
LOUIE'S GRILL AND BAR - This restaurant has it all from pizzas to burgers. 9401 Lake Hefner PKWY., louiesgrillandbar.com (405) 751-2298
THE MULE - A favorite of locals, The Mule serves up delicious gourmet hot melts and grilled cheese with quality drinks. Our new favorite sandwich is the Angry Texan or if you like a little heat try the Cortez. 1800 NW 16th St., themuleokc.com (405) 601-1400
Mexican/Latin Fare
BIG TRUCK TACOS - Combining premium ingredients with a chef’s vision of Mexican food has created a restaurant that is known the world over. We love the Rancher and the Guardian Tacos. 530 NW 23rd St., bigtrucktacos.com (405) 525-8226
FRIDA SOUTHWEST - Located in Oklahoma City’s Paseo Arts District, FRIDA Southwest is inspired by the cuisine of Oklahoma, Santa Fe and northern Mexico. Frida's features a signature woodfired grilled ribeye that is always perfect. Our favorite is the short rib empanadas. 500 Paseo St., fridasouthwest.com (405) 683-7432
MAMA ROJA’S - Whether you prefer classic Mexican favorites like tacos and enchiladas or prefer to mix things up with a burrito bowl, Mama Roja Mexican Kitchen is guaranteed to have the perfect dish for you. 9219 Lake Hefner PKWY., mamaroja.com (405) 302-6262
TED’S CAFÉ ESCONDIDO - This is a beloved Oklahoma Tex-Mex chain featuring made from scratch Mexican food. We love the homemade tortillas and beef fajitas. For group dining, pick-up a party pack. 300 Outlet Shoppes Dr., tedscafe.com (405) 607-8337
Brunch
CAFE KACAO - Depending upon the time a day, you will want to check out the waitlist to save your place in line at one of OKC’s favorite brunch places. Try the Cuban Omlete with Vaca Frita (mojo shredded beef and onions). 3325 N Classen BLVD., cafekacao.com (405)-357-9913
CLASSEN GRILL - It’s not fancy, but the food is so good. We love the Grillades & Grits which is a bowl of cheesy grits with slow-braised beef in gravy and topped off with a poached egg & green onion. 5124 N Classen Circle, classengrill.com (405) 418-4161