OKC’s comfort food hits every register—smoky barbecue, robust diner breakfasts, chicken-fried everything, and modern kitchens that elevate classics without losing their soul.
These five favorites serve big portions, friendly smiles, and the kind of plates that stick with you.
Cheever’s Café
A perennial favorite set in a historic flower shop, Cheever’s does upscale comfort with Southwestern notes.
The chicken-fried steak is legendary—crackly crust, tender inside, and a peppery jalapeño cream gravy that ties it all together.
Braised short ribs over cheddar grits, shrimp and grits with just the right heat, and the roasted chicken with pan jus all feel like Sunday dinner. The ice cream ball (vanilla rolled in cornflakes and pecans with chocolate and caramel) is nostalgia done right.
Brunch crowds come for migas, Benedicts, and fluffy biscuits.
Cattlemen’s Steakhouse
An OKC institution in Stockyards City, Cattlemen’s is cow-country comfort—steaks with a proper sear, hearty sides, and warm rolls with butter.
The bone-in ribeye and top sirloin are classics, while the lamb fries are a storied local specialty for the adventurous.
Hash browns, baked potatoes, and crisp salads with house dressing keep it classic.
Breakfast here is old-school in all the best ways—eggs, country ham, biscuits and gravy—serving the working crowd and pilgrims alike.
The Jones Assembly
Part concert venue, part restaurant, The Jones Assembly delivers polished comfort with lively energy.
The burger is a citywide favorite—juicy, cheesy, with a house sauce that hits tangy and rich.
Fried chicken comes with a well-seasoned crust and sides like hot honey carrots and creamy mashed potatoes.
Wood-fired pizzas bring shareable comfort, and the skillet mac lands bubbling with a browned top.
Cocktails are thoughtful, and the patio hums—great for a casual night that still feels special.
Nashbird
For the hot chicken craving, Nashbird brings the heat in customizable levels—from friendly to fire-breathing.
The chicken is crunchy outside, juicy inside, and served on sandwiches or plates with pickles and white bread. Sides like cheese grits, coleslaw, and crinkle fries complete the picture.
Don’t miss the honey butter chicken biscuits at brunch—sweet, salty, and dangerously addictive. It’s fast-casual, loud, and exactly what you want when you need a kick.
Florence’s Restaurant
A James Beard America’s Classics winner, Florence’s is OKC soul food at its most genuine.
The yama (candied yams and seasoned rice) is the dish to try—warming, savory-sweet, and unlike anything else.
Fried chicken, meatloaf, collard greens, cornbread, and peach cobbler all taste like they’ve been perfected over decades.
The dining room is no-frills, the service is kind, and the food is comfort distilled.
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