Cattlemen's Steakhouse

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Cattlemen's Steakhouse
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Exterior view
Cattlemen's Steakhouse
Restaurant information
Established1910;115 years ago (1910)
OwnerDick Stubbs
Previous ownerGene Wade
Food typeSteak
Dress codeCasual
Location1309 S Agnew Ave, Oklahoma City, OK, 73108
Coordinates 35°27′09″N97°33′17″W / 35.4523839°N 97.5548525°W / 35.4523839; -97.5548525
Website cattlemensrestaurant.com

Cattlemen's Steakhouse is a steakhouse located in Oklahoma City. [1] It is located in historic Stockyards City which has a western atmosphere. [1] It is the oldest running restaurant in Oklahoma. [2]

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A different restaurant of a similar name, Cattlemen's Steak House, is located in Fort Worth, Texas. [3] As well as a chain of restaurants of the same name in California. [4]

History

The restaurant was established as Cattlemen's Cafe in 1910. [1] [5] [6] At that time, it fed cowboys and ranchers in the Stockyards City area. [5] [6] Stockyards City was a major meat processing area and that location exported meat to the Eastern United States. [5] In 1926, H.V. “Homer” Paul took ownership of the restaurant. [5] [7] During Prohibition, it served home-brewed "liquid delights". [5] [7] In 1929, Henry “Hank” Frey took ownership. [5] His family also worked at the restaurant, his wife Gertrade as a waitress and his brother and brother-in-law as waiters. [5] During Christmas Eve of 1945 at the Biltmore Hotel, Hank Frey lost it in a craps game to Gene Wade. [1] [5] [6] Wade and his father renovated the restaurant and made it open 24 hours. [1] Since then, it has returned to regular hours. [1] In the early to mid 1950s, it became Cattleman's Drive-In, but by 1957, it became Cattlemen's Steakhouse. [5] In 1990, Dick Stubbs bought the restaurant from the Wade family. [1] [8]

Building

The original building appears like a diner and has two counters and red vinyl booths. [9] There is a steakhouse side with two dining rooms called The Hereford and The Angus. [9] The interior maintains a similar appearance since 1945. [1] The interior is decorated with cowboy art. [6] Some believe that the building is haunted. [6]

The steaks are naturally-aged and charcoal-broiled and from Midwest-raised, corn-fed cattle. [1] The grade is either USDA Prime or Choice Grades. [1]

For breakfast, the restaurant serves steak and eggs and offers calf brain and eggs. [10]

The restaurant is also known for its lamb fries which are made from fried lamb testicles and is one of its best-selling appetizers. [5] [10] In modern times, the restaurant purchases 25,000 to 30,000 pounds per year. [5]

The restaurant also serves steak soup featuring bull penis and pie. [2]

Recognition

Cattlemen's Steakhouse has won numerous awards. [11] It also was inducted in the United States Steakhouse Hall of Fame. [11]

BonAppétit, Gourmet , and Southern Living have mentioned Cattlemen's Steakhouse as one of the best steakhouses in the country. [1] The Food Network listed it as one of the top 50 steakhouses categorized by best in each state. [9] [12]

Cattlemen's Steakhouse has been featured in Man v. Food and Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives . [13]

Multiple celebrities such as John Wayne, Reba McEntire, Toby Keith, and Ronald Reagan have visited the restaurant. [6] Other celebrities like Sylvester Stallone, Shaquille O'Neal, and Charles Barkley also have dined at the restaurant. [11] George H. W. Bush also ate at the restaurant. [14]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 American Cowboy. Active Interest Media, Inc. p. 89. ISSN   1079-3690 . Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  2. 1 2 Johnstonbaugh, K. (2013). Food Lovers' Guide to® Oklahoma: The Best Restaurants, Markets & Local Culinary Offerings. Food Lovers' Series. Globe Pequot. p. 115. ISBN   978-0-7627-9090-6 . Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  3. ↑ National Geographic; National Geographic Society (U.S.) (2016). Great American Eating Experiences: Local Specialties, Favorite Restaurants, Food Festivals, Diners, Roadside Stands, and More. National Geographic Society. p. 179. ISBN   978-1-4262-1639-8 . Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  4. ↑ https://www.cattlemens.com/restaurants/
  5. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Monahan, S. (2023). Signature Dishes of America: Recipes and Culinary Treasures from Historic Hotels and Restaurants. Globe Pequot. p. 51. ISBN   978-1-4930-7265-1 . Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  6. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Provine, J.; McCoy, T. (2016). Haunted Oklahoma City. Haunted America. Arcadia Publishing. p. 66. ISBN   978-1-4396-5762-1 . Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  7. 1 2 Browne, R. (2013). A Century of Restaurants: Stories and Recipes from 100 of America's Most Historic and Successful Restaurants. Andrews McMeel Publishing. p. 285. ISBN   978-1-4494-2599-9 . Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  8. ↑ Cathey, D. (2016). Classic Restaurants of Oklahoma City. American Palate. Arcadia Publishing Incorporated. p. 151. ISBN   978-1-62585-668-5 . Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  9. 1 2 3 Khoury-Hanold, Layla (2019-01-21). "50 States of Steakhouses". Food Com. Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  10. 1 2 Stern, J.; Stern, M. (2017). Roadfood, 10th Edition: An Eater's Guide to More Than 1,000 of the Best Local Hot Spots and Hidden Gems Across America. Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed. p. 358. ISBN   978-0-451-49620-1 . Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  11. 1 2 3 Griffin, David (2023-05-03). "Cattlemen's Restaurant In National Steakhouse Hall Of Fame". Breaking News in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  12. ↑ Adams, Saundra (2019-02-05). "An Oklahoma steakhouse named one of best in country by Food Network". KOKH. Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  13. ↑ Rhea, Dave (2010-08-04). "Man vs. Food featuring Cattlemen's airs Aug. 4th". The Journal Record. Retrieved 2023-11-09.
  14. ↑ "Historic Cattlemen's Steakhouse in Oklahoma". ROUTE Magazine. Retrieved 2023-11-09.
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