Some restaurants earn their reputation with gimmicks. Smoke on Cherry Street earned its name with a woodfire grill, a hermetically sealed cigar lounge, and a menu that never stops evolving.
This historic Tulsa building has hosted restaurants for over a century, but Smoke turned it into one of the city’s most beloved local dining institutions.
Discover how a Cherry Street restaurant built lasting loyalty one smoky plate at a time. 🔥
How Smoke on Cherry Street won Tulsa’s hearts
Smoke did not become a Tulsa favorite by playing it safe. The restaurant leaned hard into its woodfire grill, using it to cook nearly everything on the menu and giving each dish a distinct smoky signature that few other Tulsa restaurants can replicate.
Executive Chef Erik Reynolds, voted Tulsa’s Best Executive Chef in 2011, built the concept around an “Inspired American” philosophy, meaning every dish, sauce, and presentation is created entirely in-house.
The commitment to locally sourced, grass-fed Oklahoma beef cut fresh in-house daily gave the restaurant real credibility in a city that takes its Oklahoma steakhouse scene seriously
The combination of live music, local art, craft beer, and a genuinely unique cigar lounge turned Smoke into more than just a place to eat.
It became a full Cherry Street dining experience that kept regulars returning long after their first visit. 🎷
That mix of woodfire cooking, local sourcing, and a distinct sense of place is exactly why Smoke on Cherry Street became a Tulsa institution instead of just another steakhouse.
Food Highlights
- Wagyu Burger: A grass-fed Wagyu patty grilled over an open flame, giving this gourmet burger option a distinct smoky depth. 🍔
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Crab Cakes: Lump crab formed into golden cakes and lightly fried, served as one of the menu’s most requested starters.
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Pork Belly: Slow-cooked pork belly finished on the woodfire grill for a crispy exterior and tender, rich center.
- Bone-In Pork Chop: A thick, woodfire-grilled pork chop finished simply to let the smoky char and Oklahoma-sourced meat take center stage. 🐖
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Crab Stuffed Catfish: Fresh catfish stuffed with lump crab meat, combining two Southern staples into one signature seafood entree. 🦀
- Wood Grilled Salmon Salad: Fresh salmon grilled over the woodfire flame and served atop a crisp salad.
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Gulf Oyster Nachos: Buttermilk-fried Gulf oysters served over yucca chips with Tabasco aioli and sweet onion pico.
- Smoked Chicken Pasta: House-made pasta tossed with woodfire-smoked chicken.
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Lamb Sliders: Woodfire-grilled lamb formed into sliders, offering a smaller, shareable bite of the restaurant’s signature smoky flavor.
Atmosphere
Smoke blends historic charm with modern energy inside its century-old Cherry Street brick building.
Local art lines the walls, live music plays regularly, and the separate cigar lounge adds a distinctly upscale touch rarely found in Tulsa.
The vibe stays lively without losing its neighborhood warmth, making it equally fitting for date night or a casual dinner with friends.
It feels like a true Tulsa dining landmark rather than just another restaurant. 🎶
Bottom Line
Smoke earns its local following through woodfire-grilled everything, locally sourced Oklahoma beef, a one-of-a-kind cigar lounge, and a century-old building full of character. Add live music and craft beer, and it is easy to see why Cherry Street regulars keep coming back. 🔥
Address:
1542 E 15th St, Tulsa, OK 74120
📞 (918) 949-4440
🕔 Mon–Thurs 11 AM–9 PM, Fri 11 AM–10 PM, Sat & Sun Brunch 10 AM–3 PM (Dinner till 9-10 PM)