Local Flavors

MAHT

MAHT, a modern America steakhouse in OKC, has been wowing diners since its opening in November 2025. The word ‘maht’ means flavor in Korean, which not only reflects owner/head chef Kevin Lee’s heritage, but also encapsulates his mission to spotlight bold, meaningful tastes in his newest venture.

Your culinary journey can begin with appetizers ranging from the crab and scallion pancake to the Korean fried chicken, the tuna tataki and the beef tartare. If you’re a seafood enthusiast, don’t miss the raw bar, featuring oysters, scallop crudo and sweet shrimp carpaccio. Those with big groups – or just big appetites – should order the seafood tower, stacked with lobster tail, crab legs, oysters, scallops and shrimp. Soups and salads are ideal as starters or light bites, and include the social media-famous Caesar salad, plus the miso squash soup. 

For the main course, dig into the king salmon, braised short rib, bokbunja glazed duck or gochujang glazed lamb chops. Steaks, of course, are a major player on the menu too, with standouts including the American Wagyu Denver steak, prime filet, tomahawk and ribeye. Don’t forget to round out your table with shareable sides including onion rings, kimchi risotto, fried green beans and kimchi collard greens. 

If you’re craving something sweet after all that savory, end the evening with Key lime pie custard, chocolate cake or banana pudding. MAHT also offers a handful of craft cocktails, martinis and mocktails. 

A word of advice: Maht is popular – so be sure to make reservations in advance.

Daigoro

A Pan-Asian fusion restaurant on Tulsa’s Riverside Drive, Daigoro mixes stylish digs with unique fare for a distinctive dining experience.

Sharable sides range from japchae – glass noodles with veggies and peanuts – to smoked wings, cauliflower and Thai basil chicken. After that, the menu runs wild with ample options; this writer recommends you order a little of everything and share with the table.

Photo courtesy Daigoro

In the Vegetable section, highlights include the grilled miso Caesar salad, the smoked corn ribs and the glazed mushrooms. In Crudo, don’t miss the ahi crispy rice and the hamachi with blood orange and serrano. Skewers include pork belly, prime filet and brisket. From Wok, dig into the classic fried rice, beef and bok choy, green curry udon, kung pao chicken, and perhaps the restaurant’s crown jewel: the shaking maitake. And lastly, the Grill section includes the Akaushi ribeye, black cod, baby back ribs and Wagyu ribeye. 

Daigoro also boasts a full bar with a curated selection of Japanese whiskies, American spirits and craft cocktails, alongside a thoughtfully prepared wine program with a mix of West Coast American, French and Austrian wines..

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