The Mantel Wine Bar & Bistro at Bricktown

The Mantel seemed to have potential but it was a pretty big disappointment on our anniversary. When we arrived the hostess did not have our reservation and was very rude about it. I understand there is a similarly named restaurant nearby but I had researched different places and know which restaurant I called. She had no reason to question me when we arrived. For their mistake we were placed next to the kitchen and entrance with no apology from anyone. Ordering went okay and we received our appetizer but then it took forever for them to find the wine we ordered. Then things just got worse, the waitress brought bread without the famed dipping sauce because apparently they had run out of bowls. My husband's steak was supposed to be done medium but the outer portion was akin to beef jerky. My steak was excellent but the side potato was dried out. During the meal we never saw our waitress once, I don't like to be asked about my meal but we poured our own wine and ran out of water during this time which, with the apparent caliber of The Mantel, I assumed would be done for us. This all was aggravated by the fact that with the reservation mix-up we were placed near the kitchen where a leak had occurred and all the waitstaff were cleaning up and talking loudly. Finally we ordered dessert (it was after all our anniversary). We received our dessert but my husband's espresso never showed and his tiramisu was still frozen. When we asked about the coffee 20 minutes later the waitress had just flat out forgotten. We did get the coffee for free but by this time we were just fed up. Too little too late I guess. The Mantel just did not meet our expectations for the caliber restaurant we thought it would be. We will not be returning and would not recommend it to a friend if we were asked.

I have been to this restaurant a number of times and have not been disappointed once. The food is always delicious, the ambiance always perfect, and the waitstaff always professional - with the exception of a very young hostess a time or two who really should have been wearing more appropriate clothing - or should I say just more clothing. Anyways, the food is wonderful. I would recommend to anyone who is looking for someplace romantic to take their date. It is pricey so plan accordingly.

I have been about seven times with my wife. My first time was New Years 2007 and that day the Crab cakes were the best that I have ever had. However, lately the chef has been passing off over cooked crab cakes, I say if it is crispy chicken colored brown, send it back its a hockey puck. If you ask they will replace it, I haven't had a problem yet on the second try. The lobster bisque absolutely defies comparison... I am honestly surprised by each and every spoonful. I have been all over the world and have not found better lobster bisque then the Mantle. Entrees I like the duck and lamb they stand out the most in my mind. I am personnelly not to keen on their specialty seafood, risoto in a martini glass. However I have talked to other people who like it. Mush just isn't for me. All in all, it is a great place to bring the wife.

outstanding food, my wife and I just celebrated our 10th anniversary with them and the meal was perfect. They even bought us a desert what was to die for meal was worth 2x what we paid. We will be going back regularly.

My ex-husband and I went here a while ago. It was pretty expensive but very nice. Really elegant atmosphere and live music with piano. It is a nice romantic place. Rose on table.

I went with some friends to celebrate a wedding to be. We were given a bottle of wine that had turned bad. It is an 'okay' place to go, but certainly not up to par compared to other okc restaurants of the same price range.

I loved the ambience, the food. This was a magical night with the piano entertainment playing everyone's favorites, the service was warm and personable. Thanks!!

Great atmosphere and food! The Mantel is one of my favorite places to eat in OKC!

Excellent food. The service was awesome and friendly. We even received a free dessert since that was our first time dining there. I recomend the prime rib with the black cherry dijon sauce. It is to die for!