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    Ponyboy

    4.2 (67 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Tofu burger & fries
    Julia S.

    A bar with vegan options that taste delicious! Had a tofu burger and fries. From entering the bar, the bouncers were chill which I appreciate. Bartender was attentive and had some suggestions for future vegan choices on the menu. Great jazz music playing on the second floor the night I was there. Looking forward to attending more live music events at the Ponyboy.

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    LaDonna G.

    Review #77 Ponyboy is an awesome bar and venue, serving crafty drinks and seasonal cocktails .....TBC... (This is a placeholder for my future review as I have a thing with numbers & sometimes have a certain place or concept in mind that goes with a certain number. Yes it's probably weird but I'm a geek like that, lol! I'll come back to do this later but I want to get some reviews going again & need to save #77 for PB)

    Live band upstairs
    Alejandro R.

    Good place for happy hours. Good drinks and the happy hour specials are legit. The food is ok. Not terrible, but bar food nonetheless. Servers are pretty cool. A very nice place to go to after work or before a concert next door at the tower theater. Checkout their schedule for live bands upstairs. Heads-up... it will be loud if a band is playing g

    Don't go 'round hungry. Get some eggs.
    Thomas R.

    First time at Ponyboy was a really good time, especially being surrounded by a mature and mannerly, clientèle. According to the bartender, however, the crowd is always different, based on what kind of show is playing next door. Country-western shows draw cowboys. Rock bands draw headbangers. This was a Friday night, and there was some high-brow, genteel cultural thing happening next door. We came in around 7:15pm just as everyone else was shuffling out. It was nice to have the place all to ourselves for about 2 minutes. But even when the place was packed, it was still warm and friendly. I like going into bars where you can actually hear the person sitting next to you without having to shout. The room was filled with conversation and laughter, and the music was muted in the background, as it should be. Henry made me an excellent rum squeak with Plantation's Original Dark Rum, though Ponyboy offers several other good rums, too. My partner had a gin martini (shaken, not stirred) which he pronounced impeccable upon arrival. We didn't have time for a bite, but the deviled eggs looked especially good. We'll get those next time. Hats off to Henry for making the time we spent at Ponyboy a really happy hour. +++++++++++++++++++++++ Update: I went in again tonight 1-5-2019. Another set of perfect rum squeaks. My partner had an F5 beer made right here in OKC. Ronald did a fine job tending the bar, and Paul was a great side kick. I still didn't have a chance to order those eggs, but I will next time. Put Ponyboy on your list of must-visit bars in OKC. You can thank me later.

    Okie reppin'
    Kelly M.

    I went to Ponyboy for the first time and it was so much fun! I've known about it for a while but was just slacking on actually going to check it out. Well, that all changed last weekend when my brother insisted I stop by. So, we walked in and it was pretty much what I expected... A hip kind of bar on 23rd Street, not all that different than a place like The Bunker Club, just another fun stop for your night out. BUT THEN... We went to check out the upstairs and to my surprise... It was hoppin! The music was bumpin' and people were dancing... Ponyboy kind of reminded me of a mullet... business in the front (downstairs) & a party in the back (upstairs). Yasssss, Ponyboy! What a pleasant surprise! I definitely want to come back!

    Behind the bar
    Lauren C.

    This small bar has a lot of character! It's named after a character in a novel by S.E. Hinton, "The Outsiders," but the bar itself is more of a nod to Oklahoma than anything. Both the decor and the drinks are unique, and for someone who is visiting from out of town, I really appreciated how warm and welcoming this place was. The bartender was more than happy to recommend cocktails, and even gave me a sample of one of the bitters in a drink I was considering. We ended up spending a lot more time here than originally planned, but cool and cozy bars like this one are rare, so I'm glad we did!

    Smoked salsa and seasoned chips
    Christie S.

    Excellent!!! Surprising gem. Food was amazing and TJ at the bar was perfect!! The spicy blue berry ketchup was unstoppable and the smoked salsa with seasoned chips kept us coming back for more.

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    Enjoyed our food and our drinks. Staff was super friendly and we really enjoyed the vibe of this place. Will definitely be back.

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    Great little spot to stop for a drink. Enjoyed the Baby Godzilla and a Sazerac. For a snack, the salsa was a heavenly smoked treat!

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    O Bar

    O Bar

    4.1
    (157 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    It was my first time in Oklahoma to visit a dear friend of mine…read more I was looking up some places and doing my research (on yelp, of course) and came across, O bar It's located inside a hotel with parking outside. It's not a far walk. As soon as you walk into the hotel the elevator is straight ahead for the o bar. Located on the 7th floor When we got to the bar (it also has food and cigars) it's open seating. They have a bar seating (of course) lounge couches and a few places to sit outdoors (which, was really nice, but it was still very hot. Even for being late at a night) I loved the ambiance, so 5 stairs for that We sat on a lounge couch and was greeted by Metra and Madison (who all deserve 5 stars) Paige is their bartender (5 stars) Madison and metra were both our waitresses taking our orders They are known for their espresso martini. And they can do it decaf. Metra was really good at making suggestions and Madison was great at making sure our waters were always filled and bringing out drinks. All the girls here did a great job. They had great energy, really knowledgeable and were great at small talk. I loved them After the espresso martini Next up was the - later alligator. Which had -Lychee Vocka | Basil Cin | Cocchi Americano My girlfriend kept ordering a lemon drop and then Moscow mules for the rest of The night PS- garden party, by Paige, is another VERY popular drink. I wish I would of Tried it. Especially since Paige knows what she's doing They had another part of their menu featuring seasonal drinks and mocktails. I wish we also would of tried some of Their food. On some days / nights they have specials. Like cigar specials and some music. I think especially for being a hotel Bar, this went above my expectations. Especially with such friendly and attentive service. I can't wait to come back and visit. Hopefully when it's cooler outside and can sit on the outdoor patio to enjoy the view Everything deserves 5 stars. Even their bathroom was extremely clean I even needed to take some cash out for something and Paige and Madison pointed out that there was an ATM located inside (by the bathroom when you walk out of the bar) Even during a weekday this place was really nice. Heads up- they do not take reservations

    I really like O Bar. The space is beautiful, the skyline views are great, the cocktails and food…read moreare good, and the bartender was friendly and attentive. On paper, it should be an ideal place to unwind over a cocktail after work. But somebody in management desperately needs to rethink the music programming. At about 5:30 on a Monday evening, with four patrons in the bar, the soundtrack bounced from Faith No More's "Epic" to Led Zeppelin's "Black Dog," then Tai Verdes' "Two Sugars," Red Hot Chili Peppers' "Black Summer," and finally Green Day's "Stab You in the Heart." The problem isn't the music itself--I actually like much of it. It's that the playlist seems completely disconnected from the room, the time of day, and the energy of the guests. O Bar is giving upholstered chairs, skyline views, martinis, and early-evening decompression. The soundtrack is giving 1973 Camaro doing 87 on I-40. By the time Green Day came on, the disconnect was almost comical: The room: "Would you care for another martini while you watch the sun settle over downtown?" Corporate soundtrack: "STAB YOU IN THE HEART." I politely asked the bartender whether we could switch to something a little more mellow. He couldn't have been nicer, but explained that the music is controlled by corporate and staff aren't allowed to change it. Apparently he has even gotten in trouble for trying to play something more appropriate. That's the part management should pay attention to. Music is part of hospitality design. A sophisticated bar like this needs thoughtful dayparted music programming: Monday at 5:30 is not Friday at 10:30. Nobody is asking for elevator music--give the room personality--but early happy hour calls for something with enough pulse to keep the space alive while staying behind the conversation. The bartender clearly understood the room. Give your staff some discretion, or at least give them playlists that respond to the setting they're actually working in. Excellent bartender. Excellent setting. Good food and cocktails. But the soundtrack was so relentlessly mismatched with the early-Monday atmosphere I wanted that I scarfed down my food and quickly sought Monday-vibe shelter elsewhere. Management: please give this beautiful room the soundtrack it deserves.

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    The R&J Lounge and Supper Club

    The R&J Lounge and Supper Club

    3.9
    (232 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    The same night that I tried Eastside Pizza House (at The Collective) is the same night we ended up…read morecoming over to R&J to get away from the crowd. Walking in, it was dimly lit & it reminded me of a bar Downtown in Tulsa. We found a table (the place got filled up pretty quick afterwards) caddy corner to the bar & we got help quick. My partner ordered the Oaxacan Old Fashioned, a friend of mine ordered some Truffle Fries & a drink that I didn't catch - as for me, I got the Ginger Beer (I don't drink). The Oaxacan Old Fashioned looked nice with the orange peel climbing out of the glass & had a really good aroma (I took a big whiff of it). The ginger beer was a spicy ginger beer & it was really good. With every sip, it was opening up my nostrils, it had some spice to it for sure. I tried my friend's Truffle Fries & it's something I'd order, especially if I wasn't as hungry & wanted a "snack". You can smell the truffle while the taste was real subtle. All in all, the place was chill. It was a nice wind down from leaving an art show & The Collective (I had no clue it turned into a clubbish scene on a Saturday... they were jammin' that night). My friend was a regular there, the individual who served us was super nice & friendly. There was whole menu to explore full of sandwiches, burgers (I want to try the South West Burger along with the Umami Burger) & all kind of other dishes to choose from. As much as I come down to OKC, I still get familiar with the scene more & more - R&J is added to the list of places that I'd return to. Side Note: A friend of my friend stopped by right before my partner & I left. She ordered the Brussel Sprouts and Bacon & in my head, I dove into her plate before she could.

    After stopping in for a drink after a game, I can confidently say this is one of my favorite bars…read morein OKC. This spot was very chill and laid back. We ordered a couple of drinks and everything was great. The bartender was also very kind and attentive. I enjoyed my time. And would definitely stop by again!

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    Malfi Enoteca

    Malfi Enoteca

    4.4
    (86 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    First date night. Asked for romantic table, and it was there. Cheyenne (pardon if misspelled)…read morecurated our evening. She was cheerful and a delight to speak with, and never missed a chance to share her smile. The food was exquisite--I'm finishing my bolognese for breakfast right now because we chatted too much at dinner. The ambience was clean and welcoming. Not too loud at all. Risotto arancini was on point. Panna cotta was the least impressive of our meal and I would still give 7/10 score. We were limited to gluten free options which were available. All-in-all, I was more impressed than I ever expected to be at Malfi Enoteca, and I will be going back! TL;DR, go to Malfi. Take a date if you want to.

    5 stars! I've been…read moreto Malfi Enoteca three times now, and I've loved it every single time. I'm honestly surprised it isn't packed all the time because it feels like such a hidden gem. The limoncello spritz is one of my favorite cocktails anywhere, and the prosciutto appetizer is a must-order. I've gone back specifically craving both. Everything I've had has been delicious, but those two items keep me coming back. I also love the decor and overall vibe. It's stylish and inviting without feeling stuffy, and it's a great place to relax with friends or enjoy a date night. Even though they don't have outdoor seating, it somehow still feels like the perfect summer spot thanks to the bright, coastal Italian atmosphere and refreshing drinks. If you're looking for great food, excellent cocktails, and a place that isn't overly crowded, Malfi Enoteca is definitely worth checking out. I'll definitely be back again.

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