First of all, I am not from Lawton. I lived here from '98 to '05 and come back from time to time to…read moresee relatives and old friends. I was here recently and low and behold, I found this gem. The Side Bar is a true diamond in the rough of what is Lawton, Oklahoma. The owner(s) is definitely not a local and why he would live here is beyond me. BUT the ambiance, decor, and cosmopolitan look is very well done and stands up with any great bar in Deep Ellum or Lower Greenville. It's only when the clientele open their mouths do you realize, "yup, I'm still in Lawton, Oklahoma." The bartenders are not just cute but actually were attentive (more so than many places in Dallas) and, considering it is Lawton, Oklahoma, know what a Manhattan is as well as an Old Fashioned. Unfortunately they served without rye but I don't hold it against them (looking at you management/owner) because I was immediately told about it. I'm looking forward to asking for a sazerac or a cosmopolitan on my next visit so hopefully they have the goods. The only issue I had with the staff (IF he is on the payroll) was some idiot who treated the music as his own personal playlist; diverse clientele be damned. Even the bartenders were annoyed at him but he straightened up once the owner was on site. Also, there is a lot of smoke/vaping but I give that a pass since, well, it is Lawton, Oklahoma. PROS: Atmosphere; diverse crowd; attentive bartenders who knew how to make a drink without googling it; owner seems cool CONS: CASH ONLY (but there is an ATM just outside); may be out of liquor for classic cocktails; smoking/vaping; idiot wannabe DJ In closing: I would have given a 5 star if the liquor was stocked (in spite of the idiot dj). BUT I will be back again and have already recommended to the locals I know there

Best bar I've been to in awhile. Very friendly good staff and patrons. Cash only but very good…read moreprices. So glad I found it and sad I didn't find it earlier.

This has to be my favorite brewery in SW Oklahoma! Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. Owner…read moreI can't say enough good thing's. beer and the food! Bbq hands down the best and beer cheese, Amazing!

SOB Brewing in Lawton, Oklahoma is a standout destination for anyone who loves great barbecue and…read moreexcellent beer, all set in a spectacular atmosphere that perfectly blends casual hangout vibes with a lively brewery scene, and the added thrill of competitive, yet friendly corn hole. Shout out to Kim & O, it's a must visit if you're in the Lawton area.

Old school dive bar; been quite some time since I've been in a bar that you could smoke in…read more Bartender warmed up after assessing "the new guys". We really enjoyed our time and learned how to play soft tip darts on a possessed machine. Definitely a place to consider if you just want to chill.

Terrible service and vibe with worn down and staff has terrible attitudes better places to go to in…read moretown.

Chill bar, with character. Off brand sodas aside, reasonable…read moreprices. Check before for cover charge before you go, as they have bands play sometimes.

Customer service. I enjoyed taking im all the natural beauty…read more Food was good It ain't twin peaks but great personality

Fun little stop located next door to Fat Boys Pizza. Stopped in while I waited for my pizza and…read moreenjoyed beers with Lawton's best bartender, Naomi. I planned to stop for one beer and drank three, needless to say, she's a great bartender and a fun person to chat with! Highly recommend this fun little divey lounge. The only downside is they don't have liquor, however, Naomi says they're hoping to change that soon. No matter, pool, darts, good conversation, and cheap beers, what else do you need? Had a great time, I think I found my regular spot. We will be back soon.

awful owner and atmosphere. all conversations are being recorded, with the owner hearing customers…read moreat all times. He lingers in the background, complaining that a customer moved a bar stool to the table (due to the chair being more comfortable for their back). If you say something negative you are reminded you are being recorded and told you are not allowed to speak in that way. Also, not allowed to order a soda or red bull, expected to drink or asked to leave. avoid at all costs.

What a great place! We ordered the supreme pizza, which was fantastic! It is a thin crust pizza…read morewith a lot of ingredients. Very good! We had the sangria margarita. Outstanding! The staff was amazing! The patio outback was beautiful. You can enjoy the river behind the establishment. Many nights they have a band. We were lucky enough to see someone on a Thursday night. Wish I could give this place more stars!

U get service with a smile & excellent flat bread pizzas!! They don't skimp on ingredients or…read morequality! If you go on a weekend and you're real hungry, you better call your order in because it is a touristy area with plenty traffics so don't expect to walk in without a little wait. My fav flatbread/pizza place!! I'm a picky person & have no complaints! Highly recommend the barbecue chicken pizza, phenomenal!

This bar is too cool to be true. I feel like I walked into an episode of Joe Exotic's Netflix show…read more"Tiger King". The bartenders are sweet and make the best drinks!

We Love Your Bar,, Music Is Great & Very Relaxing Place To Chill. We Will Always Be Your…read moreCustomer's. We Will Be There When We Have The Money. From Your Customer's Amanda I'm The One In A Manual Wheelchair & My Husband's Name Is Laco.. We Rate Your Bar 1,000 & More Percent..

The ownership at Harlow's changed recently with the previous owner retiring. The new owners are…read moredoing a good job spreading word about the bar. They had a really busy crowd Saturday evening. They're also back to being open on Sundays, just in time to kick off the new NFL season.

The cheers of Lawton! The best bar in Lawton! It's a quaint place that you can hang out and…read moresocialize with friends! It's non smoking....which is awesome! The BEST service that you will ever receive in Lawton! Who cares about which hotel this bar is located within....you will not find a hangout place quite like this anywhere!