Meet Chef Shannon
Shannon has her home base in Tulsa but has traveled over 50 countries where she’s borrowed and shared recipes, cuisines, ingredients and stories. Shannon hosts cooking classes in her personal home with menus inspired by her travels. Get a taste of Chef Shannon’s expertise through a Tulsa lens.
Go-To Restaurants
Dr. Kustom – Fresh, handmade and authentic food from Brazil right on Route 66. If you haven’t tried it, do yourself a favor and get the steak sandwich.
Pro-tip: Attend one of their nighttime prixe fixe dinners for an up-close-and-personal dining experience.
The Tropical – This Tulsa restaurant & Bar serves a menu of Thai inspired dishes from surf to turf to vegan!
Menu Must-Have: The addicting, crunchy lettuce wraps
Ava June – Head to Cherry Street for a taste of France that’s hard to beat.
Break the Rules: The fried pork chop, topped with hot honey is so good, you might just have to eat it with your hands.
Best Hole in the Wall
Doña Gloria Food Truck – THE go-to taco truck in East Tulsa!
What to Get: You can’t go wrong from their fresh tacos to delicious carne asada.
Notes of Marrakesh – Experience authentic flavors from Morocco right here in tulsa.
The X Factor: This spot reminds Chef Shannon of her travels to Morocco–order the lamb tajine or the chicken pastila for an authentic bite.
Most Underrated Spot
Laxmi Spices of India – Shop like Chef Shannon for your spices and fresh flavors!
Supermercado Morelos – With over 10 locations in Oklahoma, Supermercado Morelos has you covered with the freshest produce and quality Hispanic products.
Shop For: Find the Oaxacan cheese for the perfect quesadilla filling or nacho topper.
Tulsa Farmers Market – Head over to Kendall Whittier every Saturday morning for Tulsa’s farmers market.
The Difference: Everything is super fresh and you’re supporting local farmers!
Best Bar
il Seme – This Tulsa take on Italian cuisine also makes for a great cocktail spot.
NYC to Tulsa: This spot not only serves great cocktails but the bar gives you an NYC feel right here in T-town.
Baron’s on 1st – A lavish experience right in the heart of downtown Tulsa.
Why Baron’s? Want a great cocktail with an exquisite atmosphere? At Baron’s on 1st to your list.
Businesses More People Should Know About
Addis Ceramics – Tulsa’s go-to ‘micro-pottery’ founded by Mariah Addis.
Go-To For… Beautiful, hand-made pieces.
Coffee Shop
Collaborative Coffee – Head to midtown to catch up with friends or catch up on work at Collaborative Coffee Co.
Why it Works: A great place for community with a creative drink menu
Best Slice
Lofi – This pizza & wine listening bar offers a unique experience on many fronts. Enjoy live DJ sets, incredible woodfired sourdough pizza, and a wine menu that’s hard to beat.
What to Order: Start with the pickle relish for an appetizer and the LDH pizza for the main which has hand pulled mozzarella, castelvetrano olives, and lots of garlic… YUM.
Best Burger
Farm Bar – Enjoy farm to table cooking right in the heart of downtown Tulsa’s SOBO district. Expect a dining experience with a multi-course tasting menu or head over on a Tuesday night for a $10 burger.
Tastemakers: Shoutout to owners Lisa and Linda who put on an incredible burger night sourced from local grass-fed beef.
Best Lunch Spot in Tulsa
Sheila Anne’s Bakery – A French-American bakery just outside of Tulsa who ships their butter all the way from Normandy, France. A must-try for delicately crafted pastries and desserts.
Go-To Lunch Order: Get the chicken pot pie and french onion soup.
Wildflower Cafe – Wildflower Cafe is a beloved Tulsa brunch spot in downtown Tulsa. They’re currently relocating but will be open mid-summer of 2026, so keep an eye out!
Pro-Tip: If you get the pancakes be sure to get the coconut syrup!
Best Neighborhood
Bolewood Acres – You can’t beat the rolling hills and mature trees in Tulsa’s premiere neighborhood.
Hidden Gem
Downtown Tunnels with Tulsa Foundation for Architecture – Explore the history behind Tulsa’s tunnel system on a guided tour from local historians.
The Why: It’s a great way to learn about the rich history of this incredible city.
Shannon’s Hot Take
“I’ve traveled all over the world, I love coming home to Tulsa. [The] people here are so warm and inviting and friendly. No other place in the world that I’d rather live than this incredible city.”
Check out her full episode here.
