The food scene in Oklahoma is outstanding, and we found some places where long lines of raving customers prove the food is AMAZING. You’ll find everything from casual barbecue joints to elegant dining to ethnic cuisine. But no matter which one you choose, just be prepared because you’ll always find a wait or peak hours that will have you standing in line a bit longer. The following are nine restaurants in Oklahoma that are hard to get in —but they’re absolutely worth the wait.
- Cafe Garcia, Enid
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David J/yelp Cafe Garcia is a busy family-owned restaurant in Enid that offers a salsa bar and authentic Mexican food. Visit the Facebook page for more information.
- Cheevers Cafe, Oklahoma City
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Sandy N./Yelp Despite the long lines for brunch, Cheevers Cafe is worth the wait for their amazing chicken fried steak and pecan ball ice cream. Read more about this popular eatery in our previous coverage.
- Granny’s Kitchen, Stillwater
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Jason V./Yelp As one of the most popular restaurants in Oklahoma, you might find a line at Granny’s Kitchen. It’s the classic breakfast spot for a fantastic meal to start your day. Learn more about Granny’s Kitchen on the website.
- Benvenuti’s, Norman
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Ann S./Yelp Eating out in Oklahoma should be an experience and this place certainly delivers. Benvenuti’s not only serves exquisite Italian food but the atmosphere is intimate and comfortable, as well. Make sure you save room for the homemade cookies and desserts. Visit the website to learn more.
- Frank & Lolas Neighborhood Restaurant & Bar, Bartlesville
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Jay S./Yelp Frank & Lola’s is a hip and trendy downtown spot in Bartlesville. The small-town diner feel and gourmet food make it worth the wait. Just remember to save room for some bread pudding! Learn more about this restaurant and its famous dessert in our previous coverage.
- Click’s Steakhouse, Pawnee
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Johnny M./Yelp Get there early if you don’t want to wait in line to try a fantastic steak or homemade mashed potatoes and gravy at Click’s. If you want to eat light, enjoy the delicious salad bar. Read more about this steakhouse in our previous post.
- Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, multiple locations
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Olivia T/yelp Fuzzy’s is a little taco joint that serves excellent tacos and Mexican food. Expect long lines during peak hours at all their locations. For more information and to find the closest location to you, visit the Fuzzy’s website.
- Cafe Kacao, Oklahoma City
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Cafe-Kacao/Facebook Cafe Kacao is a restaurant that specializes in Latin American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Expect a wait for the unique, delicious food served at this highly rated eatery. For more information, visit our previous post.
- Burn Co Barbecue, Tulsa
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Kayla S/Yelp The long lines that are consistently outside Burn Co. Barbecue in Tulsa are a testament to the mouthwatering bbq that they serve. They will run out of food, so get in line early. Read more about this popular place in our previous coverage.
Have you been to these restaurants in Oklahoma that are hard to get in? Which one is your favorite?
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David J/yelp
Cafe Garcia is a busy family-owned restaurant in Enid that offers a salsa bar and authentic Mexican food. Visit the Facebook page for more information.
Colin S./Yelp
Sandy N./Yelp
Despite the long lines for brunch, Cheevers Cafe is worth the wait for their amazing chicken fried steak and pecan ball ice cream. Read more about this popular eatery in our previous coverage.
Loan V./Yelp
Jason V./Yelp
As one of the most popular restaurants in Oklahoma, you might find a line at Granny’s Kitchen. It’s the classic breakfast spot for a fantastic meal to start your day. Learn more about Granny’s Kitchen on the website.
Benvenutis-Ristorante/Facebook
Ann S./Yelp
Eating out in Oklahoma should be an experience and this place certainly delivers. Benvenuti’s not only serves exquisite Italian food but the atmosphere is intimate and comfortable, as well. Make sure you save room for the homemade cookies and desserts. Visit the website to learn more.
Jay S./Yelp
Frank & Lola’s is a hip and trendy downtown spot in Bartlesville. The small-town diner feel and gourmet food make it worth the wait. Just remember to save room for some bread pudding! Learn more about this restaurant and its famous dessert in our previous coverage.
Jered S./Yelp
Johnny M./Yelp
Get there early if you don’t want to wait in line to try a fantastic steak or homemade mashed potatoes and gravy at Click’s. If you want to eat light, enjoy the delicious salad bar. Read more about this steakhouse in our previous post.
Courtney B/Yelp
Olivia T/yelp
Fuzzy’s is a little taco joint that serves excellent tacos and Mexican food. Expect long lines during peak hours at all their locations. For more information and to find the closest location to you, visit the Fuzzy’s website.
Cafe-Kacao/Facebook
Cafe Kacao is a restaurant that specializes in Latin American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Expect a wait for the unique, delicious food served at this highly rated eatery. For more information, visit our previous post.
R R./Yelp
Kayla S/Yelp
The long lines that are consistently outside Burn Co. Barbecue in Tulsa are a testament to the mouthwatering bbq that they serve. They will run out of food, so get in line early. Read more about this popular place in our previous coverage.
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Restaurants In Oklahoma That Are Hard To Get In May 11, 2021 Melissa M What are the most popular restaurants in Oklahoma? The Sooner State has some incredible restaurants and one such place that’s both incredible and popular is Cattlemen’s Steakhouse in Oklahoma City. Their aged steaks alone are worthy of a spot on anyone’s bucket list. Along Route 66 in Stroud, you’ll find The Rock Cafe, a popular spot that inspired some elements of the Disney/Pixar film Cars. What food is Oklahoma known for? Oklahoma is most famous for its bbq and is home to some of the best bbq joints in the country. Chicken fried steak, which is a breaded and deep-fried piece of beefsteak, is also a popular choice for locals. As for dessert, fried pie, which is essentially a fruit-filled turnover, is the iconic choice. Does Oklahoma have any themed restaurants? The Parrot Steakhouse and Grill in Grove has a tropical theme offering a relaxed atmosphere. With lake views, tiki huts, and tropical music, you will certainly feel as though you are on an island instead of in Oklahoma. In Hugo, Angie’s Circus City Diner may not look like much from the outside, but inside is decorated with circus memorabilia, including vintage posters and photographs. One last themed restaurant we will leave you with is The Cow Calf-Hay in Edmond which has, as you’ve probably already guessed, a cow theme! Enjoy your burgers and hand-spun milkshakes amidst all the cow decor in this quirky and delicious eatery.
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Restaurants In Oklahoma That Are Hard To Get In
May 11, 2021
Melissa M
What are the most popular restaurants in Oklahoma? The Sooner State has some incredible restaurants and one such place that’s both incredible and popular is Cattlemen’s Steakhouse in Oklahoma City. Their aged steaks alone are worthy of a spot on anyone’s bucket list. Along Route 66 in Stroud, you’ll find The Rock Cafe, a popular spot that inspired some elements of the Disney/Pixar film Cars. What food is Oklahoma known for? Oklahoma is most famous for its bbq and is home to some of the best bbq joints in the country. Chicken fried steak, which is a breaded and deep-fried piece of beefsteak, is also a popular choice for locals. As for dessert, fried pie, which is essentially a fruit-filled turnover, is the iconic choice. Does Oklahoma have any themed restaurants? The Parrot Steakhouse and Grill in Grove has a tropical theme offering a relaxed atmosphere. With lake views, tiki huts, and tropical music, you will certainly feel as though you are on an island instead of in Oklahoma. In Hugo, Angie’s Circus City Diner may not look like much from the outside, but inside is decorated with circus memorabilia, including vintage posters and photographs. One last themed restaurant we will leave you with is The Cow Calf-Hay in Edmond which has, as you’ve probably already guessed, a cow theme! Enjoy your burgers and hand-spun milkshakes amidst all the cow decor in this quirky and delicious eatery.
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The Sooner State has some incredible restaurants and one such place that’s both incredible and popular is Cattlemen’s Steakhouse in Oklahoma City. Their aged steaks alone are worthy of a spot on anyone’s bucket list. Along Route 66 in Stroud, you’ll find The Rock Cafe, a popular spot that inspired some elements of the Disney/Pixar film Cars.
What food is Oklahoma known for?
Oklahoma is most famous for its bbq and is home to some of the best bbq joints in the country. Chicken fried steak, which is a breaded and deep-fried piece of beefsteak, is also a popular choice for locals. As for dessert, fried pie, which is essentially a fruit-filled turnover, is the iconic choice.
Does Oklahoma have any themed restaurants?
The Parrot Steakhouse and Grill in Grove has a tropical theme offering a relaxed atmosphere. With lake views, tiki huts, and tropical music, you will certainly feel as though you are on an island instead of in Oklahoma. In Hugo, Angie’s Circus City Diner may not look like much from the outside, but inside is decorated with circus memorabilia, including vintage posters and photographs. One last themed restaurant we will leave you with is The Cow Calf-Hay in Edmond which has, as you’ve probably already guessed, a cow theme! Enjoy your burgers and hand-spun milkshakes amidst all the cow decor in this quirky and delicious eatery.
