This is our new little favorite spot for a pre-dinner cocktail. We have been in 3 times now, and each time our experience is A+++ They change the menu seasonally (3-4 times a year I believe) and the drinks are so unique and tasty! The service behind the bar is always kind and full of different ideas and suggestions. Its always pretty low-key and perfect for a few cocktails while we relax. We love the selection of bitters and the option to sample most of them before taking them home. Word on the street is they are working on a new concept in midtown opening v soon... I cannot wait to frequent the new spot! ;) read more

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Such a cute place. The drink menu is bird themed so I had to stop by to try a few drinks. Very nice spot to stop in for a cocktail. I will definitely come back anytime we need to look for cool unique gifts. They have a great selection of bitters, glassware and books. read more

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Small bar but lots of good vibes. Wouldn't go with a large group but perfect for meeting up with a friend after work! That's exactly what we did! The cocktails are $11-13 but creative and unique. Highly recommend the WTF. read more

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I'm not much of a drinker -- to say the very least. That said, I ordered a capirinha at a (drinking) friend's suggestion and found it absolutely delightful. Friendly staff Cool seasonal drink menu, too! read more

Barkeep - capirinha - Home Decor Near Me - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Finally, I got to visit the place, and I'm very impressed with the cocktails here--they are tasty and well-crafted. Friendly bartender, and it seems everyone that walked in knew each other. Seating is limited, which is understandable since it's more of a store than a cocktail bar. But the inviting atmosphere and wonderful, cost-friendly cocktails will make me frequent here. read more

This place has been such a gem! An eclectic, welcoming space full of everything you didn't know was missing from your home bar set-up - tools, gadgets, glassware, that absinthe fountain you really really need..... not to mention a dizzying assortment of bitters, floral & herbal waters, exotic cocktail cherries.... Honestly, much the thing happens to me in a quality art supply shop; I lose any focus I came in with and shop by emotion alone (there are worse things). On top of that, in the back of the cozy joint you'll find a wee bar, offering delicious, original cocktails. Don't be surprised to spot your local favorite bartenders hanging out here; they clearly know a good thing. read more

Barkeep - Gorgeous seasonal cocktail (Blarney Stone) on a blustery evening. - Home Decor Near Me - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Great place to grab a delicious cocktail and shop for all your bar needs. Great location in mi I always look forward to their seasonal cocktail menu. They have a great selection of locally made items. Just found out the lavender pictured is local made. Such great quality and use it for my matcha green tea. read more

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Barkeep is such a wonderful gem niched in midtown OKC! We discovered it thanks to social media from Valkyrie our favorite Tulsa bar and had to come here to try it. Upon entry in the little store/bar Julia is very welcoming. The store has all kind of drinkware, bar tools, and a whole section of cocktail mixers and bitters. They also have a selection of mixology books for purchase. The menu is small but I really like the fact that the whole recipe is printed on the menu! You could recreate the drink at home if you wanted to. The bar is fairly small with only a few seats at the bar and a couch and chair inside the little boutique but it is also part of the charm of this place. The drinks are delicious and the atmosphere is very relaxing! We will definitely be back next time we are in town! read more

Barkeep - Winter Sour Cocktail - Home Decor Near Me - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

The store is cute and the bar is great. Excellent craft cocktails that you can tell they put a lot of thought into creating. Small bar with a good vibe. read more

Barkeep is like a 2nd home, where the lovely & gracious hostess always knows exactly what you want to drink & makes it extra fancy - just because she wants to! You won't find craft cocktails like this anywhere else in OKC. Julia McLish - local owner & operator - puts her heart & creativity into each cocktail she creates, prepares & presents. Barkeep has all your home entertaining supplies - glassware, a wall full of bitters & syrups, shakers / mixers / stirrers, a selection of stuffed olives, variety of cocktail mixes, flasks, & MORE - plus the bar provides the perfect opportunity to try out unique bitters, syrups & spirits before you take them home! Julia also hosts private cocktail classes, perfect for a friend's night out, celebration, or work-team development. BAR TAKEOVERS | Awesome chance to try cocktails created by the best bartenders in OK! Check out @BarkeepOKC on FB & IG for upcoming takeovers, featuring various local bartenders, spirits, & various cocktail types. Be sure to stop in for a cocktail, peruse the shop, & take home some items for your home bar! If you visit enough, you can even get on the wall of photos Many cheers! read more

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Hmmm, a retail store with a cocktail bar in the corner? What a concept. I love this place! The bartender at the Lobby Bar told us how much he relies upon Barkeep for bar gadgets and provisions, so we had to come check out the place. Surprise! Barkeep was celebrating its one year anniversary with pizza, party food, and discounts on merchandise. The joint was full of tippling patrons, which was an added bonus to the already unique experience. Everyone was in a holiday mood on that Saturday afternoon. The owner, Julia, who was buried behind the bar, made us a pair of perfect Plantation rum squeaks. How civilized it was to walk around the shop with a cocktail in hand, browsing the glassware, bar equipment, add-ins, doo-dads, and various and sundry accoutrements. I ended up buying bitters, a strainer, and a few other odds'n'ends by the time I had finished imbibing that beverage. Delightful! Barkeep is sweet spot for sipping a swig while stocking up on bar supplies. Or, you can just go sip! read more

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This is my favorite Bar in okc. It's great for predinner drinks, when you can really appreciate the craftsmanship that goes in to each cocktail. I recently went with a pregnant friend and they made the next mocktails for her-such a special touch and made my friend feel included. I tried TWO drinks featuring lemon curd, both of which changed my life. The menu is seasonable, but you can also say "I like ______" and she will make you the best drink you've ever had. The shop itself is so fun! I buy something every time I go in. This time it was bourbon soaked cherries and a rhubarb vanilla mixer for my summer sangrias. read more

Barkeep has it all! All types of sullies and accessories for the home bar! They had a Moscow Mule set that I waaant! But they also have bitters and mixers for every drink known to man (or woman as the case may be.) they have mixing sets in copper and silver and burnished silver. The had tiki glasses! I just get all excited about that. They have a bar with a bartender for special events. I was there last night for the Midtown Shop Hop that was sponsored by Yelp. It was so much fun. They had a special drink for us, which was too tart for me, but I'm really more of a wine girl (or sometimes a mule). They have several seating areas and a warm and inviting place to hangout. read more

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WOWZA! Do not sleep on this place! The staff are friendly and super informative if you have any questions on cocktails or the process of creating the perfect cocktail. Every drink we had was absolutely perfection. The only downside is we live in Austin and cannot make this a weekly visit. read more

Everything about this place is an absolute delight. From the wall of bitters, to the wide ranging and wonderful selection of barware and glassware. Add fun accessories, cocktail recipe books and more accoutrements than you can shake a cocktail at. But the best part of this place is the amiable proprietor Julia, behind the bar, getting things done, pouring drinks and making new friends. Maybe other people were smart enough to realize how much we needed this place, but I didn't really understand until I came in here for the full experience. I spent 10-15 minutes taking in all the wonderful retail goodness while some other people finished up at the bar. Then, I sat down for a wonderful, handmade cocktail. I love that Julia prints the recipe right on the menu, showing you how to make the same drink at home. My drink was a Peach Basil Mule: fresh diced peaches, 1/2 oz fresh lime juice, 1 ounce basil simple, and 2 ounces of Prairie Wolf vodka. Muddle the peaches, shake with ice, strain into glass with fresh ice, top with ginger beer and garnish with basil leaf and lime. In addition to the retail heaven and wonderful bevvies, Julia also hosts cocktail classes, guest mixologists, and more. She can also host private events and help you program your private events. I just can't think of anything cooler or more fun than getting to work with her. read more

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This place was so cool and made me want to become a bartender. Lol The service, the drinks, the loot...all A1. Julia (the owner) was such a sweet soul and knew so much about anything spirit related. They host private events to get a one on one learning experience. Which I'm so looking forward to booking. I'm not sure if the cocktail menu was exclusive for our event, but you have to try the "Oklahoma Harvest"...brings a whole new meaning to pumpkin spice. Check them out for all your holiday...or any day beverage making needs. You'll for sure be a mixologist. Lol read more

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What a wonderful place. Where retail shop meets bar. The Jiggers, shakers, stirring spoons, stone ice cubes (whiskey stones) etcetera are not your typical bar tools that you would find at the grocery store, Marshall's or Macy's. The products at Barkeep are high end, great quality products for professionals and for your home. It is hard to find some products for a bar, whether it is in your home or a business you run. Barkeep has a lot of those hard to find products. They have tools, ingredients, cute bar carts and an extensive bitter selection that is just jaw dropping. I have never seen one like it before. I noticed they had a bitter that was a vegan egg sub. One thing I learned was bitters are not just for alcohol. Some people even use them in soda water to add flavor. I thought that was just a great idea. So if you are not into drinking alcohol barkeep can still cater to you with the selections of bitters they have. I even noticed a small section for wine enthusiasts. Not only does Barkeep sell products and make great drinks they host classes, tastings, demonstrations, and special events like bachelor/bachelorette parties. So grab a few friends and learn how to make some drinks a what a perfect night out. If you are looking for unique gifts for a hostess or add to a home bar or a professional bar this is the place to go. Julia the owner is very friendly and helpful. Located in the plaza court in Midtown OKC. read more

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Seriously the BEST drinks I've ever had in my life! So unique and light and fresh. Brenna was superwoman and ran literally everything like it was nothing. She went above and beyond for us! The drinks are strong and the atmosphere was perfection. We were visiting from KC and talked with so many OKC people like they were our best friends. I can't wait to come back... such a hidden gem! read more

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What a fantastic find in Midtown OKC! This gem of a bar supply/bar is one of the most unique places I have seen in a while. It is the type of shop you expect to find in Manhattan or Westminster, but it is a breath of fresh air in the urban corp of OKC. Barkeep was a venue associated with a Yelp Elite event in Midtown. Most were gift shops and clothing stores, but this was different. Not only was there a fantastic selection of bitters, mixers, utensils, glassware, and bar carts, there was even a bar serviced by expert mixologists shaking up specialty cocktails and telling you how to make them yourself. The store itself is eclectic and comfortable with a couple of couches and barstools scattered throughout. I am so pleased that Yelp sent us here, it is one of those fun experiences that I want to share with friends again and again. read more

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Julia has created a one-of-a-kind place right here in Oklahoma City. Where else in the world can you get professional level bartending supplies (seriously- so many OKC bars carry her supplies now) while drinking one of the best cocktails of your life? Everything you need to set up your home bar is here minus the liquor. Bitters, shakers, glasses- seriously everything. If there are bitters you want to try out, she has a sampler cart or you can ask the bartender to make a cocktail with them. Also, they have classes and takeovers almost weekly. If you can attend a class DO IT. You will learn so much and you get drinks, too! I thought I hated eggnog until I went to Gabbi's class on Christmas cocktails! read more

Cutest store! Guys this is one of the best stores to go shop for a gift! They have things I haven't seen other places. And they carry several local items. They are friendly and have a welcoming environment l. I want to come have drinks here soon, and take a class. read more

The moment you enter Barkeep, you know you are entering someplace special, almost sacred. In a state stagnating in its bible belt whipped tradition and, up until October 2018, white knuckle holding fast to its constitution, a place such as Barkeep is a welcome anomaly. Fellow Oklahoman's put down that swill and educate yourself on the finer points of mixology, hosting and drinking in general. So, throw out your Wal-Mart mixers, you kool-aid infused vodka, and join me in an a post prohibition like celebration at Barkeep. The have a candy-store like collection of tonics, bitters, bar ware, books, decor and more for your now woken palate. Plus, here is a novel idea, they have bartender on staff, mixing up in store concoctions featuring some of the bitters and mixes you can take home... after sampling of course. Nothing goes better with education.. than a bit of liquid learning... or something. As I mentioned, the bitters selection is Willy Wonka-esque. I chose the burnt orange bitters on my first trip... my old fashioned says thank you along with the selection of bar cherries... Maraschino be gone... you electric red beasts. I purchased a pewter stirrer with a red eye skull topper for my brother and some mixer for a south pacific tiki drink... high reviews there. And I have tasted some fine beverages... I highly recommend Barkeep for you and the loved ones in your life. read more

This is a great place to add things to your bar. The owner is very knowledge and carries bitters, tools, spices, books, and glasses. For those wanting to upgrade their bar, need to come here. You are shopping local and you do not need to go to the mall. In addition to, you can host a private party here for drinks. The owners will teach you how to make new drinks or perfect a drink. You will leave with a wealth of knowledge. read more

$10 craft cocktail + some sweet bar stock tools for my puny at home cubby. The drink-- Wild horse tequila basil melody. Cold, beautiful, spiced just right. Then the no pressure sip and shop experience is unmatched! Tons of merch/ info/ quality equipment for a a small venue pleasing to the eye and the imagination. This is a bar that you don't have to feel guilty about getting a 3 minute drink. Sometimes you want to be chill and fancy. Barkeep accepts you and your neediness. read more

Barkeep - Wild heart - tequila - Home Decor Near Me - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Fresh and modern, this place has all the mixers, bitters, glassware, and accoutrements you need to make delicious drinks or set up your own bar. Bar carts, glasses, bar tender kits, openers, stirrers- you name it, they have it. And, very reasonable prices. Plus! They make their own delicious drinks on site at their full bar. You can order a tasty seasonal beverage, then buy the ingredients to make more from home. Have a fancy event coming up? Buy a sleeve or two of Vault ice. Completely clear, laser cut, and perfect for those liquor-heavy drinks that you don't want watered down. You can even get a stamp to brand your ice! What will they think of next? We had a great visit, and I would recommend visiting for a drink or three. **As of now, they are not selling liquor here. (I understand this might change in the future though) read more

I've never seen anything like Barkeep. Julia had an incredible idea, vision, and now shop that is just what OKC needs! Bar supplies? Check. More bitters than I knew existed? Check. Mixers? Check. Bar in the back? Check. Books and gifts? Check. This place already blew my expectations, so literally what more could you ask for? A nice place to sit and enjoy drinks from said bar? Check on that too! Go check them out. read more

There's not a better place in OKC to find a delicious cocktail. The menu here is incredible and every one of the bartenders are experts in their craft. Do not miss this place... read more

The cocktails this massively talented bartender staff creates are simply mind blowing. Don't miss out on this little hidden gem in Midtown OKC. Start with a Cutter and move along from there. read more

Oklahoma City has needed a top tier cocktail and barware ambassador for so long!! Julia has turned a former MidTown office space into the coolest new place to get every kind of cocktail bitter, shrug and syrup you can imagine, as well as excellent cocktail pitchers, servers, glasses, tools, and more. She knows her products and is very knowledgeable about cocktail making and creativity! The piéce de resistance? A full service cocktail space right inside their store where you can try the staff's custom creations. I love this place and will be asking for gift certificates to buy supplies and libations for as long as I can imagine Thank you for listening to your inner urge to put a store like this in OKc, Julia! read more

Need something for your home bar?? Then go to BARKEEP!!! Want a delicious handcrafted cocktail with only the best ingredients?? Then GOOOO TO BARKEEP!!!! Can't go wrong there. Julia is the best! read more

It's like visiting another planet. Loads of great bitters all in one place. If retail was this cool everywhere the world would be a better place. Seriously. read more

This place has everything you could want for your home bar plus a place to hang out and have a cocktail. The bitter selection is unreal. Next time you're in midtown it's a must to stop in! read more