- BLACK WALNUT The eclectic, creative cuisine is hard to categorize, but Chef Andrew Black delivers seafood, chops, steaks, and healthy fare with equal attention to detail and beautiful presentation. Always say yes to the fish, and the cocktails are excellent as well. 100 NE 4th, OKC, 445-6273 $$$
- BOULEVARD STEAKHOUSE Perfectly soigné ambiance down to the last detail and cuisine easily in the metro’s elite – a sumptuous, if pricy, masterpiece. 505 S Boulevard, Edmond, 715.2333 $$$$
- CAFE CUVEE A classic French bistro in the Ambassador Hotel, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch. Choose from fresh oysters, beef Bourguignon, Dover sole, escargots, and delicious French desserts. 1200 N. Walker, OKC, 600.6200 $$$
- GORO RAMEN + IZAKAYA An “izakaya” is a Japanese pub, and this energetic Paseo District spot nails the mixture of great food, sake and cocktails that make a pub a destination. 3000 Paseo, OKC, 900.6615 $$
- GREY SWEATER This beautiful Deep Deuce, tasting-menu restaurant defies categorization, but it’s easy to say that it’s the pinnacle of elegant dining in the 405. Exquisite attention to detail, beautifully crafted dishes, one of the city’s best bartenders, and mind-blowing food come together at Chef Andrew Black’s dive into culinary art and creativity. 100 NE 4th, OKC, 446.6274 $$$$ (Best of the 405 Winner)
- THE HUTCH ON AVONDALE Chef David Henry serves modern American cuisine with a creative twist, and the bar offers a full suite of tempting cocktails, wines and spirits. 6437 Avondale, OKC, 842.1000 $$$
- LA BAGUETTE BISTRO Les Freres Buthion have deep roots in the city’s culinary landscape, and this flagship combines fine French cuisine with a great bakery, deli and grocer on site. 7408 N May, OKC, 840.3047 $$$ (Best of the 405 Winner)
- MAHOGANY PRIME STEAKHOUSE The ambiance and service are sublime, but fine aged steak broiled to perfection is the star. 3241 W Memorial, OKC, 748.5959; 100 W Main, OKC, 208.8800 $$$$
- THE METRO A perennial favorite that feels comfortably upscale, the far-reaching menu covers culinary high points from vichyssoise to crème brulée. 6418 N Western, OKC, 840.9463 $$$
- NED’S STARLITE LOUNGE A funky dive into supper club glory, Ned’s serves up the best onion rings n the city, pasta, fish, and chicken fried steak with equal skill. An absolute treat with a solid bar. 7301 N May, OKC, 242.6100 $$
- PATRONO Not only is Chef Jonathan Krell’s food some of the best in OKC, the service at Patrono is professional, friendly and seamless. Krell is as adept at seafood as pasta and chops, so it’s impossible to go wrong with this spectacular menu. 305 N Walker, OKC, 702.7660 $$$
- SCRATCH PASEO Delicious, scratch food from one of the city’s best young chefs combined with an excellent bar and quirky-cool wine list. It’s mostly modern American, but surprises abound. 605 NW 28th, OKC, 602.2302 $$
- THE HAMILTON Tucked into Northpark Mall, this Okie-centric supper club features upscale casual dining with regional favorites like bison tartare, quail, and steaks, as well as an excellent wine list and creative cocktails. 12232 N. May, OKC, 849.5115 $$$
- VENN PIZZA Old Britton is the up-and-coming district, and Venn Pizza’s presence helps that momentum. Classic and quirky pies, excellent cocktails, a great patio, and the best pepperoni pizza in the city. 915 W. Britton Rd., OKC, 849.5973 $$
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