Explore OKC
Make the most of your visit to Oklahoma City with great food and memorable experiences.
Eat
Oklahoma City's food scene is full of flavor. From crispy chicken biscuits to local BBQ, there's something for every appetite between sessions.
Experience
Take in the OKC skyline, ride the Wheeler Ferris Wheel, stroll through the Myriad Botanical Gardens, or explore the Bricktown entertainment district.
Within Walking Distance of the Hotel
The Lively Hotel sits inside OAK, a walkable shopping and dining district, and just across from Penn Square Mall (1901 NW Expressway) — roughly a 10-minute walk. Between the restaurants at OAK, the mall food court, and the restaurants ringing the parking lot, you can eat well without ever getting in a car.
At OAK — Steps from the Hotel
Right outside the lobby in the OAK district.
- Mesero — Modern Mexican — "Mexican spirit, American life"
- The Capital Grille — Dry-aged steaks and an extensive wine list
- Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar — Island-inspired small plates and cocktails
- Shake Shack — Burgers, crinkle-cut fries, hand-spun shakes
- 7th Avenue — Cocktails and shareable bites at OAK
- Lively Hotel bar & restaurant — In the hotel — easy breakfast or happy hour
- The Oil Tree — Olive oils, balsamics, and gourmet groceries
Penn Square Mall — Food Court
Upper level, quick and casual — best bet for a fast lunch between sessions.
- Chick-fil-A — Chicken sandwiches, nuggets, waffle fries
- Panda Express — American Chinese classics
- Charleys Philly Steaks — Cheesesteaks, wings, fries
- Sbarro — New York–style pizza by the slice and pasta
- Popeye's Chicken — Louisiana-style fried chicken
- Burger King — Flame-grilled burgers
- Sarku Japan — Teriyaki chicken and steak, sushi
- Cajun Cafe Grill — Cajun-style chicken, rice, and pasta
- It's Greek to Me — Gyros, souvlaki, Greek salads
- Oriental Chi — Stir-fry and noodle bowls
- Waikiki — Hawaiian plate lunches
- Oh K-Dog and Egg Toast — Korean corn dogs and egg toast
Coffee, Sweets & Snacks in the Mall
Scattered throughout the mall for a quick pick-me-up.
- Starbucks Coffee — Lower level
- Auntie Anne's Pretzels — Lower level
- Cinnabon — Lower level
- Great American Cookies — Upper level
- Mojo Ice Cream & Treats
- The Gelato Caffee
- WOOPS! French Macarons
- Sweets N Ice
- Totally Tea
- Juju — Boba and specialty drinks
Restaurants at the Mall & Parking Lot
Full-service dining with their own entrances off the mall's parking area.
- The Cheesecake Factory — Huge American menu plus the famous cheesecakes. 5600 N Pennsylvania Ave.
- Texas de Brazil — Brazilian churrascaria with tableside carved meats and a large salad area. 1901 NW Expressway.
- North Italia — Handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza — newest addition at Penn Square (1901 NW Expressway); confirm hours before you go.
Restaurant lineups can change — check the mall directory for the latest hours and openings.