Oklahoma City's most famous restaurant is probably Cattlemen's Steakhouse, located in Stockyards City at 1309 S. Agnew (tel. 405/236-0416, but no reservations accepted; www.cattlemensrestaurant.com). Established in 1910 and catering to tourists and cowboys alike, it serves steaks hand-cut and aged on the premises, then broiled to perfection and served with salad, baked potato, and rolls for $15 to $25. Popular also for its hearty breakfasts, it opens daily at 6am.
Western Avenue, a short drive west of the many attractions in the Adventure District, is lined with restaurants, bars, and one-of-a-kind shops. For a romantic splurge or celebratory meal, The Metro Wine Bar & Grill, 6418 N. Western Ave. (tel. 405/840-9463; www.metrowinebar.com), fits the bill with its drawing-room ambience, subdued lighting, and eclectic cuisine that blends American fare with French and Asian influences, with most dishes priced between $15 and $20. True to its name, it also offers more than 400 bottles of wine, including half-bottles and more than 20 choices of wine by the glass. For families, a popular neighborhood choice is The Hideaway, 6616 N. Western Ave. (tel. 405/840-4777; www.hideawaypizza.com), known for its build-your-own pizzas made with fresh dough and signature thick, slightly sweet tomato sauce. Medium-size pizzas (eight slices) start at $14.
