Oklahoma City is overflowing with family-friendly activities. Our calendar is all the proof you need. And that includes fun for the adults in the family, too!
To find the best date night hot spots in the OKC metro area, we asked our readers about their favorite date night destinations in the OKC metro. Here are a few date night recommendations from our readers for your next evening without the kids in Oklahoma City.ย
(This article was last updated on Oct. 7, 2024)
Where to dine:
- Barseoย (3020 N Walker Ave) was recently named a best new restaurant in OKC by 405 Magazine. Their small bites pair well with signature drinks and mocktails.
- Birdie’s by Chef Kevin Lee (2201 NW 150th St, Edmond) is a modern Korean steakhouse opened by our Oklahoma City’s very own celebrity chef and Food Network Star, Kevin Lee.
- Black Walnut (100 NE 4th) is a top-rated fine dining restaurant led by James Beard Chef, Andrew Black. It blends American cuisine with the neighborhood’s rich cultural history for an elevated experience in an inviting atmosphere.
- Bob’s Steak and Chophouse (100 Oklahoma City Blvd), located in the Omni Hotel, serves the finest Midwestern prime beef for a traditional steakhouse experience.
- Cafe 501 (501 S Boulevard, Edmond & 5825 NW Grand Blvd)
- Charleston’s (various locations)
- Cheeverโs Cafe (2409 N Hudson Ave) is an OKC staple. Their shared plates, brunch options and specials offer unique dining options, in additions to classics such as chicken fried steak and shrimp and grits.
- Farmer’s Grain Kitchen & Cellar (102 W 1st St, Edmond) features regionally sourced, seasonal ingredients that are farmed and gardened responsibly.
- Goro Ramen + Izakaya (3000 Paseo)
- Jimmy B’s (1225 N Broadway) is a restaurant and bar in historic Automobile Alley offering craft cocktails, fresh fish, local pasta and more.
- Mary Eddy’s Kitchen x Lounge (900 W Main St)
- Michaelโs Grill (2824 W Country Club Dr)
- Picasso Cafe (3009 Paseo) is a neighborhood staple offering local and seasonal ingredients, vegan and vegetarian options, and live music.
- Paseo Grill (2909 Paseo)
- Red Prime Steakhouse (504 N Broadway Ave)
- Redrock Canyon Grill (9221 Lake Hefner Pkwy & 1820 Legacy Park Drive, Norman)
- Red Rooster (3100 N Walker Ave) located on the edge of the Paseo Arts District, has been a community staple since 1937. It’s a charming neighborhood pub that serves locally sourced food, eclectic wines and classic cocktails.
- Signature Grill (1317 E Danforth Rd, Edmond)
- Supper Club at the NOUN Hotel (542 S University Blvd, Norman)
- The Drake (519 NW 23rd St) offers sustainable seafood, contemporary cuisine and vegetarian options in a casual elegant atmosphere.
- The Jones Assembly (901 W Sheridan Ave) is a restaurant and music venue featuring regional cuisine, a large outdoor patio, and a full calendar of events.
- The Melting Pot (4 E Sheridan Ave)
- The R&J Lounge and Supper Club (320 NW 10th St) is a nostalgic American eatery serving a โ50s-inspired menu in red-&-gold environs with a kitschy patio.
- The Ranch Steakhouse (3000 W Britton Rd)
What to do:
- Armstrong Auditorium (14400 S Bryant Rd, Edmond) is a world-class performing arts center that hosts performances by the brightest stars in classical, jazz and folk music, as well as theater, classical ballet, folk dance and more.
- Ambassador Hotel (1200 N Walker Ave)
- Bradford House (1235 NW 38th St)
- Blue Sage Studios (1218 N Western Ave) is a glass studio that specializes in hand blown glass art. Visit the studio to watch or make your own piece, or shop for unique and one-of-a-kind glass items.
- Civic Center Music Hall (201 N Walker Ave) Enjoy Broadway shows, ballet performances, concerts and community events in aย nationally recognized premier acoustic performing arts facilities.
- Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge (421-NW 10th St)
- Flix Brewhouse (8590 Broadway Ext) offers a complete date night experience combining a state-of-the-art movie theater, in-house craft brewery, and full-service dining.
- Fordson Hotel (900 W Main St)
- Hey Day Entertainment (various locations)
- Mix-Tape at Factory Obscura (25 NW 9th St)
- National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum (1700 NE 63rd St) has more than 28,000 Western and Native American art works and artifacts. Explore their rotating collections or check out their calendar filled with fun events throughout the year.
- Oklahoma City Museum of Art (415 Couch Dr)
- Oklahoma Contemporary (11 NW 11th St) is a cultural center that showcases contemporary art, architecture and design in downtown Oklahoma City.
- Paycom Center (100 W Reno Ave)
- Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel (10 N Broadway Ave)
- Ride OKC ย (downtown) Experience downtown Oklahoma City with unforgettable bike tours and rentals offering insight into the unique history, art, architecture, craft beer and local food.
- Ski OKC (800 Riversport Dr)
- SMO21 (2020 Remington Pl) is the Science Museumโs adults-only, after-hours program for ages 21 and up, is a chance for adults to explore SMO without children. Themes vary per event.
- udรฅnder (131 Dean A. McGee Ave & 1001 NW 71st St)
- The UCO Jazz Lab (100 E 5th St, Edmond) Every week the Jazz Lab features live entertainment with food and beverages provided by Hideaway Pizza.
- Warren Theatre (1000 S Telephone Dr, Moore; 5905 SE 15th St, Midwest City)
For even more date night ideas, check out our searchable calendar or our monthly list of the best reasons to book a sitter. ย
