Welcome to Tulsa
Coffee
Antoinette Baking Co.
207 N Main StMy favorite place for breakfast and coffee.
Chimera Cafe
212 N Main StAnother great coffee shop.
Another great coffee shop. They've added a new, closer location in the Vast Bank building at 110 N. Elgin Ave. If you go, you must try their cranberry and lemon scones.
13 locals recommend
Topeca Coffee
507 S Boston AveAnother great coffee shop. They've added a new, closer location in the Vast Bank building at 110 N. Elgin Ave. If you go, you must try their cranberry and lemon scones.
Breakfast Favorites
Antoinette Baking Co.
207 N Main StGreat breakfast and coffee shop.
This is a great place for any meal; but if you have time for a wonderful brunch, this is the place.
44 locals recommend
Nola's ...Creole & Cocktails
1334 E 15th StThis is a great place for any meal; but if you have time for a wonderful brunch, this is the place.
Just a great little breakfast diner. Can sometimes be crowded if there are a number of events going on in downtown.
37 locals recommend
Dilly Diner
402 E 2nd StJust a great little breakfast diner. Can sometimes be crowded if there are a number of events going on in downtown.
My favorite Lunch (and dinner) Spots
Yokozuna
309 E 2nd StIf you love asian and sushi, this is the place to go.
If you're in the mood for pizza (or gelato), check out Andolini's. You can buy pizza by the slice, or a whole pie. Beware, their whole pies are huge.
17 locals recommend
Andolini's Pizzeria Sliced Blue Dome
114 S Detroit AveIf you're in the mood for pizza (or gelato), check out Andolini's. You can buy pizza by the slice, or a whole pie. Beware, their whole pies are huge.
El Guapo's
332 E 1st StA great local mexican place (with rooftop bar).
Downtown has a lot of good barbeque restaurants. Albert G's is one of my favorites.
11 locals recommend
Albert G's Bar-B-Q
421 E 1st StDowntown has a lot of good barbeque restaurants. Albert G's is one of my favorites.
Great burgers and fries. You'll have to be patient ... they are not very fast. But worth it.
8 locals recommend
Fat Guy's Burger Bar
7945 S Memorial DrGreat burgers and fries. You'll have to be patient ... they are not very fast. But worth it.
I have to add this because they've been a local, downtown favorite for decades. They do make the best coneys!
6 locals recommend
Coney Island
South Main StreetI have to add this because they've been a local, downtown favorite for decades. They do make the best coneys!
Fine Dining for Date Night
Polo Grill has been a Tulsa favorite for decades, and for good reason. Nestled behind Utica Square, Polo Grill has great food, atmosphere, and a cozy bar. Go for brunch, lunch or dinner. (They make a fabulous lobster bisque).
19 locals recommend
Polo Grill
2038 Utica SquarePolo Grill has been a Tulsa favorite for decades, and for good reason. Nestled behind Utica Square, Polo Grill has great food, atmosphere, and a cozy bar. Go for brunch, lunch or dinner. (They make a fabulous lobster bisque).
If you're a fan of Louisiana cuisine, then don't miss Nola's. Great for brunch, lunch or dinner. Wonderful food, service and atmosphere.
44 locals recommend
Nola's ...Creole & Cocktails
1334 E 15th StIf you're a fan of Louisiana cuisine, then don't miss Nola's. Great for brunch, lunch or dinner. Wonderful food, service and atmosphere.
Another favorite. Fine american cuisine and great atmosphere. It's one of our favorites.
44 locals recommend
SMOKE. Woodfire Grill
1542 E 15th StAnother favorite. Fine american cuisine and great atmosphere. It's one of our favorites.
For italian, Ti Amo provides wonderful atmosphere as well as a great menu.
11 locals recommend
Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano Downtown
219 S Cheyenne AveFor italian, Ti Amo provides wonderful atmosphere as well as a great menu.
Want to try some medi-eastern cuisine: Laffa is a great choice.
23 locals recommend
Laffa - Medi-Eastern Restaurant & Bar
111 N Main StWant to try some medi-eastern cuisine: Laffa is a great choice.
Shopping
The best shopping is just minutes away.
Coach, Anthropologie, Banana Republic, Gap, Madewell, Restoration Hardware, Saks, Pottery Barn, West Elm, and more.
141 locals recommend
Utica Square
1709 Utica SquareThe best shopping is just minutes away.
Coach, Anthropologie, Banana Republic, Gap, Madewell, Restoration Hardware, Saks, Pottery Barn, West Elm, and more.
My Favorite Things To do
Walking and bicycling path that winds through the River Parks from downtown all the way to the south end of Tulsa. Our trail system practically flows around the entire city.
Bicycles are available for rent.
10 locals recommend
River Parks East Trail
3498 Riverside DrWalking and bicycling path that winds through the River Parks from downtown all the way to the south end of Tulsa. Our trail system practically flows around the entire city.
Bicycles are available for rent.
One of the largest city parks in the country with attractions for all ages and totally FREE. Even for adults, its a great place to take a walk, relax on a swing, have some lunch, and unwind.
277 locals recommend
Gathering Place
2650 South John Williams WayOne of the largest city parks in the country with attractions for all ages and totally FREE. Even for adults, its a great place to take a walk, relax on a swing, have some lunch, and unwind.
In the mood for a hike? Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area consists of over 300 acres of undeveloped property that stretches along the Arkansas River, minutes away from downtown Tulsa. This trail-lover's paradise is situated on Turkey Mountain, a quiet, secluded area with a variety of elevation changes. In addition to the marked trails listed below, Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area offers 25 miles of unmarked trails.
33 locals recommend
Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area
In the mood for a hike? Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area consists of over 300 acres of undeveloped property that stretches along the Arkansas River, minutes away from downtown Tulsa. This trail-lover's paradise is situated on Turkey Mountain, a quiet, secluded area with a variety of elevation changes. In addition to the marked trails listed below, Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area offers 25 miles of unmarked trails.
Tulsa Botanic Garden
3900 Tulsa Botanic DrNeighborhoods
The Tulsa Arts District is one of Tulsa's oldest areas, characterized by two-story, red brick warehouses and two of the city's most historic entertainment venues. Head to this culturally-rich neighborhood to experience the creative energy of local retail shops and art galleries. Check out Tulsa Arts District's many restaurants and museums before attending a thrilling show at Tulsa Theater or Cain's Ballroom. After the concert lets out, continue exploring the area with a trip to nearby bars and energetic dance clubs.
45 locals recommend
Brady Arts District
The Tulsa Arts District is one of Tulsa's oldest areas, characterized by two-story, red brick warehouses and two of the city's most historic entertainment venues. Head to this culturally-rich neighborhood to experience the creative energy of local retail shops and art galleries. Check out Tulsa Arts District's many restaurants and museums before attending a thrilling show at Tulsa Theater or Cain's Ballroom. After the concert lets out, continue exploring the area with a trip to nearby bars and energetic dance clubs.
In recent years, Tulsa’s Pearl District, one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, has seen a return to the area’s original pedestrian-friendly, multi-use atmosphere as a premier arts and entertainment destination. Anchored by Tulsa Centennial Park, guests and locals can now stroll down the section of Peoria Avenue that once went by the name of Pearl and enjoy views of the downtown skyline while walking.
23 locals recommend
The Pearl
In recent years, Tulsa’s Pearl District, one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, has seen a return to the area’s original pedestrian-friendly, multi-use atmosphere as a premier arts and entertainment destination. Anchored by Tulsa Centennial Park, guests and locals can now stroll down the section of Peoria Avenue that once went by the name of Pearl and enjoy views of the downtown skyline while walking.
The Brookside District - Walk up and down the Brookside District for wonderful local shops and restaurants. A Tulsa favorite!
South Peoria Avenue
South Peoria AvenueThe Brookside District - Walk up and down the Brookside District for wonderful local shops and restaurants. A Tulsa favorite!