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items I spent three years in Oklahoma City while obtaining my B.M. in Music Theatre at OCU- here are some of the things I highly recommend you experience if you ever find yourself spending time here and don’t know what to do! oklahoma city is a unique blue...
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the nightlife scene🍸🎶
mouthwatering restaurants and, my personal favorites: holes in the wall
arts & entertainment to keep you occupied for days
little thrift gems/vintage shops
adventure is out there! caw caw!!
my favorite coffee and pastry stops
the nightlife scene🍸🎶
bars, speakeasy’s, gay bars, and music recommendations for all my night owls and people persons!
this place hosts amazing events and/or concerts almost every. single. night. (including Taylor Swift Parties and disco night!!) truly an event for everyone and i’m not even joking. even Shrek night. if you’re debating on going to one or not, just go....
Tower Theatre
my favorite speakeasy in okc. great for casual nights with friends or an elevated night out
Lunar Lounge
an old gas station repurposed into a bar— this place has the best of all affordable cocktails i’ve had in okc in a unique and vibey environment. there’s cornhole, tvs for sports fans, an outdoor patio, and indoor seating area with cute lil booths. gr...
The Pump Bar
my FAVORITE local dive bar with karaoke after 8pm. happy hour deals on sundays, and a very intimate space. this place is smoker friendly, so if you’re sensitive to cigarette smoke, then this place wouldn’t be for you. but truly i love this place so m...
Cookie's on Western
poppin gay bar/nightclub with themed drinks and someone is always walking around with $1 jell-o shots when it’s busy! (cash OR venmo). on weekends and during pride get there early!
🏳️🌈 Angles 🏳️🌈
a local pizza bar/arcade in The Plaza District- more retro & classic vibes. great food, beer and cocktails. just a heads up- since it’s primarily a bar, this place isn’t kid friendly. much better than dave and busters ofc.
Up-Down OKC
a GREAT german pub. try the duck fries. you can watch sports/news from literally any angle in this pub- there’s also a large outdoor patio with tables and cornhole! so. many. beer. options. if you LOVE beer, then this is for you, but they also have c...
Fassler Hall
great drinks, especially the frozen margs. the appetizers are yummy, too! little known fact- food service workers can get happy hour prices on monday nights!
RADBAR
great upscale/fine dining with entertainment, music, and concerts. different sections to eat! make sure you make a reservation, especially for holidays and special occasions!
The Jones Assembly
a great gay bar with fun drag shows, card games, board games, and strong drinks ofc. make sure to tip your drag queens!!!
Frankie's OKC
walk 39th street to eat, shop, and bar hop. super fun pride events and parades during june!
39th St. District | OKC Gay District | Oklahoma City
this place down is a must-see for tourists. experience lots of amazing restaurants- there’s mini golf, laser tag, an arcade, and ferry tours, not to mention great views of the river :)
Bricktown OKC
this place down is a must-see for tourists. experience lots of amazing restaurants- there’s mini golf, laser tag, an arcade, and ferry tours, not to mention great views of the river :)
Bricktown OKC
mouthwatering restaurants and, my personal favorites: holes in the wall
my absolute favorite restaurants that i chose from when going out to eat with anyone from out of town. you’ll leave satisfied, but end up coming back for more
this place in The Plaza District has the most mouthwatering sandwiches you might ever put in your mouth. great beer battered fries, too. they have an outdoor seating area as well.
The Mule
great upscale/fine dining with entertainment, music, and concerts. different sections to eat! make sure you make a reservation, especially for holidays and special occasions!
The Jones Assembly
great brunch, lunch, and dinner. there’s a good size outdoor patio, and sometimes they host live music and drag shows!
The Press
a GREAT german pub. try the duck fries. you can watch sports/news from literally any angle in this pub- there’s also a large outdoor patio with tables and cornhole! so. many. beer. options. if you LOVE beer, then this is for you, but they also have c...
Fassler Hall
go!!!!!!!! my absolute favorite place to get a burger, with weekly deals. it’s retro/rock&roll themed. there are two locations- Automobile Alley and May Ave.
S&B's Burger Joint - Automobile Alley
amazing dinner theatre. get the loaded fries, any of the burgers, and the beer on tap! $5.55 tickets on Wednesdays and they have kid friendly hours as well.
Flix Brewhouse
so cute inside. great and affordable thai food. try the thai coffee and basil fried rice!!!
Sala Thai
this is a fast food chain but it is no joke. burgers. shakes. icecream. like, take my money!! classic diner-like booths inside with options to buy tubs of icecream.
Braum's
a Mediterranean-Lebanese fusion restaurant and regional chain. it’s fast casual with an order-in counter. i worked here before moving to nyc— the food is amazing and ADDICTING. i can assure you, you’ll be taken care of. there’s an outdoor patio with ...
Meddys
truly amazing. if you love ramen it’s to die for
Gorō Ramen
my favorite taco spot in Uptown. best queso, hands down. try the dirty bowl, steak burrito, chicken tinga or beef picadillo taco, and if you’re feeling adventurous… the flaming lips.
Big Truck Tacos
best little hole-in-the-wall chinese restaurant, right next to the asian market! they have lots of options for food, and 🤗boba🤗
Cafe Oasis
this place down is a must-see for tourists. experience lots of amazing restaurants- there’s mini golf, laser tag, an arcade, and ferry tours, not to mention great views of the river :)
Bricktown OKC
arts & entertainment to keep you occupied for days
for ppl whose niche is experiencing art, music, theatre and sports fans
sports ppl: go to an NBA basketball game at OKC Thunder! (see also Fassler Hall if you want to drink beer and watch the game on tv)
Oklahoma City Thunder
this place hosts amazing events and/or concerts almost every. single. night. (including Taylor Swift Parties and disco night!!) truly an event for everyone and i’m not even joking. even Shrek night. if you’re debating on going to one or not, just go....
Tower Theatre
see a musical at Lyric! A lot of my friends and colleagues have worked here, including actors with Broadway credits!
Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma: The Official State Theatre of Oklahoma
a local pizza bar/arcade in The Plaza District- more retro & classic vibes. great food, beer and cocktails. just a heads up- since it’s primarily a bar, this place isn’t kid friendly. much better than dave and busters ofc.
Up-Down OKC
my favorite thing to do probably, every friday or saturday night during the spring, summer, and fall seasons. for all ages- $10 per adult, $5 per kid! this place can get packed so make sure to get there early if you have a larger vehicle like a truck...
Winchester Drive-In
amazing dinner theatre. get the loaded fries, any of the burgers, and the beer on tap! $5.55 tickets on Wednesdays and they have kid friendly hours as well.
Flix Brewhouse
a great gay bar with fun drag shows, card games, board games, and strong drinks ofc. make sure to tip your drag queens!!!
Frankie's OKC
great local wine/cheese tastings, with a shop if you want to buy bottles and merch! they also have sip and paint nights.
Put a Cork in It
walk 39th street to eat, shop, and bar hop. super fun pride events and parades during june!
39th St. District | OKC Gay District | Oklahoma City
little thrift gems/vintage shops
if you’re anything like me, you enjoy finding the best thrift locations either after moving somewhere or even while visiting/vacationing. here are the best places for cute stuff and unique finds in okc
another great vintage place in The Plaza District- not as much for clothes as for trinkets!!
Magoo's Attic
good place for finding tops, tees, tanks, shorts, and fall/winter sweaters. cute dishwear, too! they have markdown colors of the week that rotate, but they’re all ranked by 90% off, 75% off, 50% off, 25% off, or original price
Bargain Thrift Store
another eclectic vintage store in The Plaza District with lots of art from local artists inside!
Dig It Boutique
this place is a great place to find more affordable vintage sweaters, jackets, and t shirts. shoes on sundays are $2 and they have rotating markdowns each week that vary on percentage. think 75% off, 50%, even 50 cents and a dollar! i found a lot of ...
OK Family Thrift LLC
eclectic little vintage store- more on the pricey side but you know… they rlly have the sh*t
Bad Granny's Bazaar
adventure is out there! caw caw!!
while the terrain is mostly flat in Oklahoma, there are still some things to do for folks who enjoy outdoor activities and spending time in nature
great for picnics, walks, talks, and incredible views. there are some waterfront restaurants as well!
Lake Hefner in OKC | Waterfront Dining, Trails & Sunsets
my roommate worked here. lots of trails for hiking, places for walking, and some wildlife too!
Martin Park Nature Center
best place for pickleball, complete with bar and restaurant. super fun. you can bring your own paddles/balls and save money!
Chicken N Pickle - Oklahoma City
my favorite thing to do probably, every friday or saturday night during the spring, summer, and fall seasons. for all ages- $10 per adult, $5 per kid! this place can get packed so make sure to get there early if you have a larger vehicle like a truck...
Winchester Drive-In
a beautiful greenhouse with a gift shop inside, plus right next to the park with a lake! a must see for tourists and especially anyone moving here who hasn’t seen it
Myriad Botanical Gardens
my favorite coffee and pastry stops
little hole-in-the wall cafes you won’t regret visiting
late night coffee spot! amazing atmosphere for studying or just talking with friends or your date. decorated vintage-esque with super high quality coffee, tea, and pastries
Perets Dessert & Coffee Bar
this cafe has a bar, and serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. they make their own savory and sweet pop tarts from scratch and they’re to die for.
Stitch Cafe
this is a southern/southwestern chain that has great coffee, and the best part is- they don’t just use regular milk, they use their own milk blend called “moon milk” and it’s absolutely delicious. you have to go if you get the chance.
Summer Moon Coffee (Mayfair, OK)
good midwest eating experiences
random restaurants and drink stops to stop at (think fast food, coffee, etc) that you might not get to experience anywhere else
there are several locations in okc. a midwest/southern staple, if you’re a fan of sweet tea. they have unsweet as well! check it out
HTeaO
the best donut and shake place located in the Uptown District.
Hurts Donut
a Mediterranean-Lebanese fusion restaurant and regional chain. it’s fast casual with an order-in counter. i worked here before moving to nyc— the food is amazing and ADDICTING. i can assure you, you’ll be taken care of. there’s an outdoor patio with ...
Meddys
this is a fast food chain but it is no joke. burgers. shakes. icecream. like, take my money!! classic diner-like booths inside with options to buy tubs of icecream.
Braum's
this is a southern/southwestern chain that has great coffee, and the best part is- they don’t just use regular milk, they use their own milk blend called “moon milk” and it’s absolutely delicious. you have to go if you get the chance.
Summer Moon Coffee (Mayfair, OK)
whatcha lookin for? for my shopping baddies
pampering, makeup, facemasks, bathbombs, clothing, you name it! you can window shop or buy literally everything idc idc
cutest little boutiques where you can buy plants, local art, jewelry, and more
Out on a Limb Boutique
there is a lush here at penn square mall- it’s a chain, but not in all cities. the best facemasks, bathbombs, and more for pampering 💋 check out their website, too! they deliver.
Lush Cosmetics Penn Square Mall
speaks for itself…. retail and designer stores. fun to window shop or go on a spree
OKC Outlets
walk 39th street to eat, shop, and bar hop. super fun pride events and parades during june!
39th St. District | OKC Gay District | Oklahoma City