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    Sweet Lisa's Cafe

    4.1 (61 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Sweet Lisas café, Greeneood District, Tulsa, Ok
    Wanda R.

    The warm, friendly greeting as soon as we walked in the door just complimented the great food. The portions were plenty and flavor was right on point. So glad we made this our meal stop before strolling thru the Greenwood District (aka Black Wall Street). We did eat our meal there, a little tight, they are mostly designed for To Go orders. Will definitely come here again

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    Tish W.

    This is not a sit down and eat restaurant. It is more of a walk in order and leave, but the food looks delicious. The sweet potatoes are not overcooked still firm just how I like. Broccoli rice is decent Pork chops are humongous and the breading is tasty but should have been cooked less time. Yes, I would recommend that you go and maybe try something besides the pork chops or ask that they cut back on the frying time. Their dessert cabinet when you first walk in is very tempting !

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    Lorri P.

    Wow!!! Amazing food!!! We shared a catfish platter (3 pieces) with (2) sides, we had Mac n Cheese and Yams. It was a great time indeed!!! The service was super nice, great hospitality, it's a pick up n go spot but it's tables outside to eat at as well. It was nice to sit out and enjoy the late morning.

    Candie W.

    Sweet Lisa's is back!!!!!!! Temporarily Ok...so "the streets" are saying they took a hiatus and although this is my first time trying it - I was excited.... Visiting black wallstreet (greenwood) is a + The food is delish (always a +) The presentation is nice (a +) Seating / Parking is limited

    Fried catfish, okra, and mac and cheese
    Makenna S.

    Visited Sweet Lisa's after the Greenwood museum - it is a takeout place but there are a couple of tables outside. We only had to wait about 15 minutes for our food to be ready and everything was really good! We thought the catfish was excellently cooked and was crispy with a good flavor. For our sides, we got the fried okra and Mac and cheese - both were good and what you would expect from soul food. The staff was really friendly, we will definitely be back when we visit Tulsa!

    3 wings 2 sides, cornbread, bottle of water = $18
    Kelly G.

    Carry Out Only. No seating inside. I came down the historic Black Wall Street to find Wanda Js. But it was gone and in its place was Sweet Lisa's Cafe. And you know what, the fried chicken wasn't all that bad. I could be wrong, but the only fried chicken I saw on the menu were wings and breast. So I got three wings and two sides and a piece of cornbread. The wings were actually pretty good. They were really big wings so that was nice. I don't know that they brined the chicken before hand because I didn't taste a lot of flavor in the meat, but the breading was probably Flour and cornstarch. They were very crispy due to the cornstarch and they had a pretty mild flavor. Not a lot of seasoning which that's the way I prefer it. The sides were ok. I had cabbage and mac and cheese, and the cabbage was really flavorful and all was served hot, but just in a Styrofoam clamshell to go plate . I enjoyed the ambience of my truck and the music of my choice. Wished they would have had a dining area. I got three wings two side piece of cornbread and a bottle of water all for $18. That seems a REALLY high for just three wings carry out. But you'll have to decide that for yourself. I think $13 would have been reasonable. But then again, I'm not making those decisions. Times are tough, I get it.

    Catfish

    This has been the best food I've had since visiting the city. The wings and catfish were fried to perfection. The red beans and rice and the yams were amazing!

    Fried Chicken Sandwich Mac and cheese
    Jeremy K.

    Was in town for work. Stopped off the Peoria exit to fill up gas and get some lunch before my flight. Saw Sweet Lisa's and it looked good! Ordered the fried chicken sandwich with Mac n cheese. Probably the best Mac n cheese I've ever had! Super good! The chicken coating (cornmeal maybe?) was super good, crispy with tender chicken. I wish there was some kind of sauce on the sandwich, was my only complaint but still very good.

    Catfish, cabbage, and green beans!
    Ron A.

    Mane, lucca here! Looked up "Sweet Lisa's Cafe" on Yelp to see what it was working with, but little did I know. Walked in and seen the menuI didn't know what to do, so I just started ordering. Got the catfish, green beans, and cabbage on one order, then ordered the (4) chicken wings, mac and cheese, and yams, OMG. FISH - crispy. CHICKEN - beautiful, if my plates were a woman, it would have been love at first sight. All I can say is - YOU DONT KNOW, until you KNOW! Go check them out.

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    Tuan P.

    I love SOUL food and this is a great place for it but this place is so difficult to find. I drive around the plaza 2 times before I was able to locate it. The place is big but the sign is so small that one could easily miss. The food is great though. I had the catfish combo with broccoli and Mac and cheese for the sides. I would recommend the fried catfish. I also heard that the fried chicken wings are also good. They also serve neck bones here too.

    Wing platter with Mac, yams and German chocolate cake

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    Remarkably good Oklahoma-style food here. The chicken fried steak and gravy is very good, as are the desserts. Get the banana pudding!

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    I had the catfish with beans and fish, it was amazing. It was much better than what I had in NOLA. Would recommend this place to anyone.

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    Cow & Cabbage

    4.6
    (14 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    Fabulous! This was my second time dining here and it was perfection. We had the fried chicken and…read moredumplings and the farmer's pie along with deviled eggs. The servers were delightful and atmosphere - on point. Dining options were upstairs or you could dine on the main floor in the grocery area. Both were great options.

    What a great experience. We had a friend visit recently and he told us we must go as soon as we…read morewere able. We sat upstairs (which I would recommend for dinner). Service was spot on throughout the entire night. We started with the deviled eggs, half plain and half Chef's Choice. The Chef's Choice were the best, drizzled with chili crisp (or pickled Szechuan peppercorns) and topped with a tiny gherkin and fresh dill. The soup of the day was a cabbage and radish soup. It was interesting and very homey but I wish I had ordered the salad. I had the Novarro Farm sweet Potato Gnocchi (kale and pecan pesto, Birch Bottom Farm Georgia candy roaster, fresh chevre). I was a little hesitant about the kale pesto but should NOT have been. This dish was delicious--great garlic flavor. Would order again. The burger looked amazing and while The Hubs said it was good, he also said it needed some more spice. They had a couple of rotating beers from Heirloom--a Mexican Lager and an Italian Pilsner. I had the Water Lily cocktail, their take on an Aviation. Order it just because it's beautiful (and refreshing). The photo does not depict the deep color of it. I asked what other gin based cocktails they had on their menu. They didn't but the server/bartender offered to make me a Bee's Knees for the second round. It was delicious! The atmosphere here is casual but the food is elevated. I kept thinking this is what a French bistro would be like inside. I want to come back and shop the market. Oh, and the apple pie was excellent as well!

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    Oren

    Oren

    4.4
    (130 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    I have been coming to Oren for years, and it remains my favorite brunch spot in the area. In a…read moreworld where consistency can be hard to find, Oren continues to deliver every single time. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between modern and classy. Whether you're meeting friends for brunch, having a date morning, or bringing family from out of town, the space feels welcoming without being overly formal. The staff is always attentive, friendly, and genuinely kind, which makes the experience even better. My absolute favorite item on the menu is the French toast. I do not say this lightly, but it is the best French toast I have ever had. It is perfectly cooked, flavorful, and somehow manages to be indulgent without feeling overly heavy. It is one of those dishes I find myself craving long after I've left. Another favorite is the poached eggs with creamed spinach. The eggs are consistently cooked well, and the creamed spinach adds a richness that makes the dish feel comforting while still being elevated. Every bite is flavorful and thoughtfully prepared. One thing I appreciate about Oren is that the quality extends beyond just a few standout dishes. The food is consistently fresh, tender, and well executed. The drinks are equally impressive. Whether you are in the mood for tea, a brunch mimosa, or one of their delicious espresso martinis, there is something for everyone. Most recently, I brought family members who were visiting from out of town. Our party included seven adults and three children, and everything went smoothly. The staff handled our larger group well, service remained attentive, and everyone was able to enjoy their meal without feeling rushed. After years of dining here, Oren continues to be a place I confidently recommend. Great food, excellent service, a beautiful atmosphere, and remarkable consistency keep me coming back again and again.

    Huge bar, great selection of whisky! Im pregnant so couldn't partake. But, just looking at…read moreeveryones fancy drink orders was fun and they all looked amazing. Ambiance reminds me of a fancy place you would find in a larger city. Upscale and minimalistic. Very pleasant. I sat at the bar so unsure about service at a table. Unfortunately, I felt overlooked at the bar, especially since I wasn't drinking. The staff was extremely busy making drinks and I had to get their attention whenever I needed anything. Would recommend making reservations to get a table seat to receive proper service. I ordered the burger with fries. Cooked well but the flavor was nothing special. Will return and try something else!

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    Smoke on Cherry Street

    Smoke on Cherry Street

    4.2
    (700 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Great food! Great service!! Great value!!! I took my…read moredaughters here and between the three of us we were able to try all of the sides, except the beans. They definitely have their own twist on things. The sweet potatoes were good but a little heavy on the nutmeg. They tasted like a mix of apple and pumpkin pie. The mac and cheese was really creamy. I really liked the horseradish coleslaw. I'm not a big fan of collard greens but I still tried them and actually thought they were pretty good. For our mains, two of us had the brisket and one had ribs. Both were super good. There were 4 different sauces. I recommend trying them all. I wanted to try the sausage but they were sold out. I guess you need to get there earlier than an hour before they closed. We finished with a couple desserts. The banana pudding was probably the best I've had. Their seasonal cobbler was blueberry and very tasty! I was hoping for peach. Maybe next time. Yes there will definitely be a next time. It was a lot of food so we had plenty left over that ate for lunch the next day. The atmosphere is super friendly and really clean. Like most barbecue places I've been to there is no table service. You order and pay at the counter. Then depending on how busy they are they will bring your food to your table or have you pick up at the counter. For me the cherry on top is their pay it forward meal. For $15 you can buy a meal for someone in need. They hand you a receipt that you pin to a board. Then when someone needs a meal they can go in and grab one off the board. They offer them their lunch special. While I was there I saw a very grateful individual come in and get a meal. The staff were super nice and treated them just like any other customer. Great food! Great service! Great value! Do yourself a favor and try this place!

    We stopped in for lunch. The atmosphere and decor was very cute and inviting. Our serviced was…read moresuper nice and attentive. We ordered the tri tip dip sandwich which was the highlight of the meal. It was delicious. We also ordered the grilled chicken sandwich and that was full of flavor. The focaccia was on the dryer side and the chicken didn't fill out the bun so it was just kind of off texture wise and lacking fullness but the favor was 10/10. The chips and red onion dip were a nice little touch. Something I've never had before and we enjoyed it

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    Redrock Canyon Grill

    Redrock Canyon Grill

    4.4
    (689 reviews)
    9.9 mi
    $$

    We really only come here because my brother and his wife like it and they live out here…read more That is only to say it is a little trek for us from midtown and it often costs us a toll. Oops! I recommend getting a reservation, especially at dinner time. We like to go right before the sun goes down because everyone claps, ring bells and cheer for another day gone! It is a good time. :) The food and drinks are good. What you would expect from a fast casual restaurant. My boyfriend likes the Smokey old fashion. It is a whole thing also with a lid on it at serving and then a bunch of smoke rises from the glass. It's fun. The servers are all kind and it is clean inside. You do have a view of the river which is nice.

    First timer... Let's dig in - The jalapeño cornbread…read morestarted things off with a kick! 10/10 Warm, comforting and full of flavor. For my starter I ordered "Our Nice Little Salad" this beauty was crisp, fresh, and had tomatoes that popped in your mouth and bursted with flavor. The in-house croutons had that perfect buttery crunch, spiced pecans added a unique boldness and the homemade ranch was thick and creamy. I will say I had to ask three times for ranch. I just kept waiting. For our main courses we had the bone-in pork chop. Thick, juicy, and properly rested paired with red mashed potatoes.... Which were very good. The seasonal corn - was gone so quick! It was just so delicious. Ate that right up!! The shrimp scampi leaned heavily into garlic and butter in the best possible way. Shrimp were big, tender and juicy. Unfortunately my rotisserie chicken.... was very dry. I kept choking because of that. I was unable to eat it, that was disappointing. As far as atmosphere... very warm lighting, intimate feels, candle lit, steady energy, attentive staff. The dining room hums with laughter and happy customers... but without overtaking the conversation at our table. The volume was comfortable considering it was a full house.

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    Sweet Lisa's Cafe - soulfood - Updated June 2026

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