In the heart of Bricktown, award-winning fine dining can be found at the Mantel. Featuring low lighting and chic digs, the restaurant is best known for its seafood and chops. Diners can begin with a bevy of appetizer options, including risotto croquettes, shrimp cocktail, crab cakes or beef bruschetta. Land and sea options abound for main courses, ranging from filet mignon, duck breast and pesto chicken mac and cheese to mahi mahi, blackened sea bass and scallops. The Mantel’s wine list is extensive – 36 wines available by the glass and over 100 by the bottle. If you’re doing a late lunch or early dinner, visit from 4:30-5:30 p.m. daily for happy hour pricing, which gets you 20% off all food. 201 E. Sheridan, OKC; themantelokc.com

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