The Theta burger was delicious, but the "special sauce" on the "Patty Melt" was even better. Peyton…read more(with an "e" she said) was very knowledgable about the menu and recommended some great sides. The atmosphere was easy to relax in and our server was great. They have a speakeasy attached for an extra good time and if you know, you know!

I heard about this establishment from several friends who raved about the atmosphere and drinks so…read moreit was on my list to try. I finally made my way here tonight before a work get together and initially I enjoyed the space and atmosphere. It is very cozy and intimate, and there are not many bars like it in OKC. However, when it came to the bartenders (two from my interaction) and cocktails -- my experience was less than cozy. Long story short, I asked for an espresso martini, a basic drink I know. And I was told as such by both bartenders working, one of which called me 'boring'. They wanted me to try a drink off their menu, and I respect the pride and effort this business put into crafting unique, holiday cocktails. However, none of them spoke to me tonight, and I wanted a run of the mill espresso martini. One bartender asked if I would be willing to try one of their drinks similar to an espresso martini, to which I agreed, however I still did not enjoy and requested a regular (boring and basic) espresso martini. They said they typically avoid making these popular drinks, but made an exception for me. Which is really unfortunate, because it was one of the best espresso martinis I've had in the city. Both bartenders later apologized for their comments, but I'm unsure if they were genuine or trying to save face. All in all, if you're willing to explore untraditional cocktails with a cozy vibe, you should try this place. If you have a simple pallet, that doesn't need to be wowed, it's questionable if you should visit. If this review doesn't get me banned, I may give it another try. Happy drinking!

I found this restaurant listed multiple places as a great place to eat at in OKC so, of course, it…read morehad to be on the list when I visited recently. Let's say it lived up to expectations.... The place is understatedly cool, with immaculate vibes. I honestly felt not COOL enough to be there. Nonetheless, we ordered a couple drinks, in which the classic margarita put hair on my chest. My partner ordered the carrot cake bourdon drink on the current winter cocktail menu and he loved it. If i like bourbon i would have loved it too. What a unique drink! We ordered the Ceviche and an order of street tacos each. All amazing dishes. The Ceviche actually had the perfect ratio of chips to dip - a feat - and both tacos were amazing too! I ordered the carnitas and my partner ordered the carne asada, both good but the carnitas were def a stand out! if you are looking for a chill, yet trendy spot, add Palo Santo to your list.

Service, particularly bar staff--on point. Great mixologists, friendly, & knowledgeable…read more Came here for a few happy hour drinks & snacks. Absolutely happy with the quality of the drinks and the black bean hummus . Sounds basic, far from it! If you love garlic, a little spice, and are a savory kind person--get it. Dirty martinis--perfect with more aromatics than expected. Was quite nice. Spiced Daisy--cute, spicy, salty, citrus. Loved!

So fun! Went out dancing for the night. Great dance floor! Good vibe. Nice. Wasnt full of super…read moreyoung people only... Restrooms were cleanish. I will come back.

Remember that time you spent $20 to get in the door to an empty club; only to spend over $30 for…read moretwo drinks and then get pushed in the back by a bouncer as you're leaving for no reason? That happened tonight. These goons have zero legitimacy. Just a bunch of overpromised college dropouts looking to avoid waiting tables at any of your least favorite restaurants. Spending money here is ignorant and stupid. You've been warned.

We were greeted by the owner and his wife who's the bartender. They were very nice and helpful. I…read moredon't think they have food but they have quite a few signature cocktails. The seating areas are very comfy and they have a lot of couch options. It's swanky and has good mood lighting. We would come back.

Very nice art deco interior. The 1920s/Gatsby vibe is classy and elegant. We stopped in after…read moredinner and enjoyed the relaxed sitting areas. They had a live jazz band sitting up to play. We will definitely go back to catch the live music another weekend. The owner was very nice and chatted with us for a while. It's a very welcoming environment.

Such a nice chill vibe to listen to old school or new school hits. Was informed we could play a…read morerecord or make a request of song ! Celine Dion was requested and a few songs were played ! Mocktails available! Dancing in the sun (Moscow mule) was great... wanting to make it back soon !! Ray was very welcoming !

Very cool to have a Kissa-style lounge (a Japanese vinyl bar) in OKC. The Soundbar has curated an…read moreamazing space to enjoy records and take in some of the best views of downtown OKC. The cocktails are solid too, and I love their themed playlists. Great spot to chill and take it all in.

Approaching the parking lot, I noticed cars parked in an area full of shops and art expos closed…read moreduring non-business hours. I got out of my Uber, and I saw a couple walking into the main building. One would assume that everyone is there for art and passes by thinking nothing of it, but I knew there was a secret entrance waiting to be found. I tipped my Uber and walked in. The couple was gone, and all that was left were closed shops in a long wooden hallway. In the Hallway was a man in normal clothes. He said, "The lounge?" Yes, I replied, and he asked for my ID. I showed it to him, then he pointed to a black box on the wall with a moon sticker on it. I pushed it, and the wall opened like an Indiana Jones movie. First impressions are important, and I was impressed. The hidden entrance established the secrecy and exclusivity that I expected from a speakeasy. The Lunar Lounge featured a 1990s retro space theme. This included decorations and art. They had their business logo on the wall, a mural of a naked women sitting on a crescent moon with long red hair covering her private parts. There was a robot-shaped snack machine with a mini tube television for a head, static on the screen with angry black electrical tape making his eyes and mouth. The music was energetic without overpowering people's conversations. Calling ahead of time, I met with a bartender who explained to me that they had no intention of becoming a speakeasy; they wanted to create a safe place for their friends who were part of the LGBT community to express themselves out of sight of public view without fear of judgment or discrimination. Basically, meeting every requirement of a Modern Speakeasy. The owner did a good job creating a convivial atmosphere. People were friendly and socially warm in this relaxed environment. According to the Annuals of Tourism, "Convivial atmospheres are powerful in that they carry with them a transformative potential in terms of individuals' openness to and anticipation of future encounters, and their attendant feelings"(Rokka). The Hosts, therefore, created an Atmosphere catered to their intended Patrons. Even though the secret entrance and the atmosphere made this speakeasy impressive, the focus is on the drinks. Now, a bartender does not need to be a master at mixology, but for the sake of the evaluation, there are a few things people tend to look for in a drink. I personally evaluate a cocktail based on the balance of sweetness, acidity, bitterness, and aftertaste. According to the International Entrepreneurship and Management Journal, "mixologists, with their aesthetic approach, contribute to transforming mixology into a form of cultural and creative expression" (Creta). I ordered a sophisticated drink from their menu, wondering what they might do differently. I ordered their Cosmopolitan, a signature cocktail. Instead of putting one shot or two shots, the bartender put a shot and a half. This made the alcohol blend in with the sweetness, not too sweet, so that someone would not drink it too fast. With the cranberry juice, he added a space candy garnish shaped like the moon, and as it dissolved, it started to dye the drink blue. After I finished the drink, I ordered it again from a different bartender, and she made it the same way. I saw consistency; all their signature cocktails looked cold, full of artistic expression, and used high-quality ingredients. Now, an argument I would consider valid concerning Speakeasies is: "A real Speakeasy is a traditional hidden room within a restaurant or cave with formal attire and with jazz music." And to a point, I would agree, but at that time, cave networks were maintained, and Restaurants were a family business where you could make a secret room without corporate overreach or whistleblowing. Those places were modern at the time. Today, Speakeasy simply means to go somewhere to drink away from the general public to speak easily. This could be two construction workers getting off work to go to an exclusive place where most union workers go to relax after work, to a private room where two politicians talk shop out of earshot of the public, or to a restaurant turning into a bar after business hours and bringing in a DJ, karaoke or actual theatre. All of these activities meet the constantly changing environment that would and could be seen in a speakeasy. Ultimately, the Lunar Lounge succeeds because it captures the cultural purpose of a speakeasy, with secret doors leading to a convivial atmosphere and well-made cocktails. Based on my data and experience at the Lunar Lounge, I would consider it a modern speakeasy. The 18th Amendment wasn't just about stopping the sales of alcohol. It was about stopping people from expressing themselves in America and spreading cultural influence. The Lunar Lounge met my basic evaluation of a speakeasy, not just the physical building, but also the Freedom of Expression that its customers enjoyed.

Fun entrance and vibe. The service was nice and friendly. Great location. Drinks were delicious. We…read morewill definitely be back.

America is the best bartender, she has the best vibes and attitude! I'll be back just because of…read moreher!

Way overpriced drinks! The drinks here were not stiff in any way. We were really annoyed with what…read morewe paid and what we received. If you come here, it's for the vibes, and just order a beer. We played pool inside and while pool was free, which was cool, the table was off and there was a giant pillar next to it, making some shots really difficult. We then played water pong and it was fun for a bit, but staff kept coming and watching us like we were doing something wrong. I feel like this place needs to be on Bar Rescue because it could be awesome, but it's actually pretty terrible.

This is our new little favorite spot for a pre-dinner cocktail…read more 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! ;)

Such a cute place. The drink menu is bird themed so I had to stop by to try a few drinks. Very…read morenice 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.

Date night at Bar Arboloda. We thought we better go out last night in advance of the winter storm…read more We went early around 4:45 and there were three other people there. By the time we left the place was nearly full. Arbolada is a great neighborhood bar. Located in a historical building it is charming and cozy. A wonderful bar to have drinks with a small menu to satisfy your appetite. I ordered an Old fashion and Jan ordered an expresso martini. The happy hour prices for the old fashion was $7. The expresso martini is not a happy hour option. It was $12, and it was excellent. I never order them, but always taste Jan's. This was the best expresso martini I've ever tasted. For food I ordered a chicken salad sandwich. It was good and I enjoyed it, but I'm not a fan of chicken salad with grapes in it. Jan ordered a hamburger that was very good.. we shared an order of pimento cheese fries that were excellent. The prices are good, the noise low. The atmosphere fun and relaxed. You order at the bar and they deliver to your table.

This is a fun place. The drink menu is good for mixed drinks, but it seemed like the beer menu was…read morelacking a little, especially with having a burger as your specialty. The burger I would give a 8.5/10. It was cooked great with awesome flavor. I was hoping for a little more cheese/saucy flavor and that's why it wasn't a 9/10. This burger ranks as a top 3 in OKC currently amongst our burger testing group. If you want a good burger and are downtown OKC I'd definitely try this place out!

Best friend stopped for a quick late bite to eat after a concert in OKC. The vibe of the place was…read morevery warm and inviting, like a group of buds just wanted to open a place and serve simple but delicious Thai street food and drinks. The gentleman behind the counter was super chill, was attentive without crowding, and was very informative about stuff they were out of (we went in around midnight), so of course they'd be out of certain menu items by then. It's a pretty small restaurant, mostly counter seating and a small enclave with a large table. Overall, 10/10 will go back whenever we're in the area!

We absolutely love Deem Laow. It's a great late night spot with delicious food, craft cocktails,…read moreand good music. It's non-smoking which is a nice change, and the kitchen stays open very late as well. The fried rice with crab is so yummy, and the crab Rangoon's are the best in the city. Their "1238" cocktail is a house speciality and it is perfectly balanced. You get the right amount of heat, balanced out by the acidity and other flavors. All of their cocktails on the list are winners, but we especially love the featured drinks. The bartenders really get creative!