Native roots cuisine in OKC's creative heartland

In the vibrant Paseo Arts District, among independent galleries and urban murals, is Nonesuch, an intimate restaurant that has redefined what it means to eat in Oklahoma. With just a few tables and a seasonal tasting menu, this place relies on indigenous, foraged or locally grown ingredients, many of them used by the region's native nations such as the Chickasaw or Cherokee.

You won't find burgers or BBQ here: you'll find wildflowers, creole corn, hickory nuts, artisanal pickles and meats cured with ancestral techniques. The experience is as sensory as it is narrative: every dish has a story, every texture connects to the southern Great Plains landscape.

Nonesuch was named "Best New Restaurant in America" by Bon Appétit in 2018, but maintains a quiet, personal atmosphere. The service is approachable, unpretentious, and the open kitchen allows you to watch the chefs as if they were musicians tuning up live. Ideal for travelers looking for something deeper than just dinner: a connection to the land, culture and present of Oklahoma.