David Jennings
Bar Arbolada serves the best burger in all of Oklahoma. The food is consistently incredible, but what really makes this place special is the experience. The servers are kind, attentive, and genuinely fun to talk with, and you can tell real care goes into every drink they craft.
Anytime we have friends visiting from out of town, this is where we take them. It never disappoints. There are booths that work great for larger groups and sidewalk tables that are perfect on a beautiful day. While it is a bar, we have often seen families with young kids enjoying dinner here earlier in the evening, which says a lot about the welcoming atmosphere.
Alton Brown once said this was the best burger he has ever had, and I am inclined to agree. Bar Arbolada is a place we keep coming back to and one we love sharing with others.
… moreBill Wolff
One of the best burgers I’ve ate yet in OKC the patty was delicious. Very nice. The pimento cheese and crackers appetizer was also delicious, still delicious actually.
… moreAnja Grissom
This is the second time I’ve been here. The first time I sat at the bar and bartender was very friendly and helpful. I loved the folks, drinks, service, and atmosphere. I’ve told several people about it. Then I come back tonight and sitting in a booth was a very different experience. My poor friend had to come up to the car to order everything. We had to ask for a knife to split our burger, napkins, and a plate which they don’t have just a paper boat. All of which apparently was a great inconvenience for the server. No one checked on us to see if everything was ok or if we needed anything. When we asked for napkins the bartender informed us he was a bartender and not the server. All three front of house were not overly friendly and came off bothered when asked for anything. I do not feel this is acceptable for this level of restaurant and price and not indicative of this restaurant. I would want to know if I was the owner or mgt.
… moreDawn Kluesner
Bar Arbolada is a small, intimate venue in a historic 1920s building on Main Street, just a couple blocks from Film Row and the Civic Center.
The bartenders were friendly and on point. The drinks and food were excellent – don’t forget to try their pimento cheese!! I saved some from my appetizer and put it on my burger. *Chef’s kiss*
We went around 6pm on a Saturday evening and easily found seats at the bar (booths were full) but it quickly filled up to standing room only. Even the tables outside were full.
Be sure to walk down the front of the building along Main Street to see the old tile work and original building sign.
… moreThomas Smith
The cheeseburger is really really good little simplistic but phenomenal. Fry baskets, cool but they were cold but I still gave a five on the food. Honestly I came in for the food and it was great atmosphere is cool but it’s loud inside if you don’t mind a bar atmosphere. One star for service I had to wait at the table not knowing I had to go up to the front to order bartender was busy making drinks. I stood there 10 minutes before I could order bartender this was not friendly at all Long hair beard too bad because my business promotes lots of businesses in the area. I even have a foodie list I get for my customers I might tell him for a burger, but don’t expect good service. As a matter of fact when I saw the two bartenders and the guy from the back all wearing croc sandals open in the back nonslip persistent doing shots together I just thought wow the world has changed total different level of perfectionism and then I would expect
… morerion
I went with my friends for a couple drinks and because I’ve heard the burgers were delicious. As soon as we walked in I was a bit overwhelmed because there were a LOT of people there. But we were greeted kindly by a bartender with curly hair and she helped us decide which drinks to order. The drinks, delicious. A tad on the expensive side, but I’d do it again. The food also didn’t disappoint. Overall it was a great time, with solid food and drinks, with the staff definitely adding to the experience. I’d happily go back.
… moreJeremy Hargis
The worst dining out experience I’ve had in the last 6 months. Our last visit here was bad but we wanted to give it another shot. Unfortunately this current visit was even worse! I’ve currently been waiting 40 minutes for a single cheeseburger and a side of fries. I also ordered a Bloody Mary, they’re out of garnishes. All they offered me was a lime wedge. Three weeks ago when I came they were completely out of stuff to make a Bloody Mary so I guess that’s an improvement. They also don’t have clean silverware. When I asked for a knife I was simply told “we don’t have any clean at the moment”. There are also currently four (out of 7) dirty tables that need to be cleaned. And last but not least, they’ve raised their prices on burgers $4 in the last 6 months. Came here in October and the burger was $6, now it’s $10. Won’t be back…….and I still haven’t received that knife.
… moreJoe Williams
Came here based on the recommendation from the great Alton Brown. Ordered the double cheeseburger and pimento cheese fries. Both were fantastic. Wait staff were attentive and friendly, and I enjoyed my meal in this neat little bar.
… moreAngel Montúfar
Incredible place! Phenomenal burger and fries! Seat yourself.
Awesome $6 deal for their tap beer and a well shot.
Food comes out really quick! I enjoyed every bite of my double cheeseburger! I could of ate another two. The pimento fries are a MUST!
My only reason for holding the 5 stars was the service from the staff could have been friendlier and more welcoming. They were patient and knowledgeable though!
… moreMat Hirsch
Oh man, this is an amazing burger!! Definitely an absolutely amazing burger that tastes WAY BETTER THAN IT LOOKS!! Even the seemingly lightly seasoned fries were amazing.
Update: this place has become my favorite bar. The burgers are always super delicious and the cocktails are great.
I will recommend getting in early as this place is VERY BUSY after 5 or 6 most days. If you are a fan of old fashions, their happy hour is the best! $5 old fashion from 4-6, m-f.
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