The Chalkboard Kitchen + Bar

We visited for a Sunday Brunch. We'd been here years ago but never returned. I believe we were simply underwhelmed.

This recent Brunch visit was great except for the very slow and I do mean slow service. Every step of the process took sigficantly longer than it should have. We were in no rush so it was not a big deal, but if I ate here more often and the service was consistently slow, I'd not return.

On this visit we arrived 1:45pm without a reservation there were quite a few open tables and we were seated immediately. Shortly after our arrival the restaurant seemed to fill quickly and completely.

I had the Eggs Benedict and I have to say it was without a doubt the best I've had anywhere. The eggs were poached perfectly, the Canadian bacon was very good and the English muffin was just perfect. And the Hollandise Sauce was delicious; not too thick, not too lemony, just yummy, yummy, yummy.

What can I say about this place?.. the avocado toast is top tier! These avocados they used are creamy and delicious. They must be from California. The hard boiled egg over medium was a happy surprise as I've never had it prepared on my toast like this before. There was a nice vinaigrette avocado dressing which was definitely needed because that goat cheese was definitely goat cheesing. lol. All and all hands down, 8/10 for my meal.

Services: 5/10..Service was lacking at first. It took us exiting and coming back, waiting 10 minutes, and then me walking into the kitchen to ask if we could sit anywhere. Keep in mind this was after I left to ask the front desk if the restaurant was actually open for guest. We were staying at the Marriott hotel that's attached. Amazing historic property by the way. Now back to the restaurant there was maybe 6 other customer in this establishment, who were all sitting together. It was pretty much empty on a Saturday morning. Maybe the waitress was also the cook. Idk. It felt like they either didn't care or were understaffed, because I would hate that it be the tone of "old Tulsa" showing its true intentions in " new Tulsa". For the staff reading this an apology goes along way, especially if the customer has to come looking for you just to be served.

Other than the hiccup in service the avocado toast was great.

Fried green tomatoes - tomatoes were not ripe and thus lacked flavor. A prime green tomato bares flavor that's a tad acidic and a bit soft. These were noticeably picked too early. Although the flavor of the tomato itself was absent, the crust enshrining it couldn't cover its essence. With hints of sage and garlic, the tomatoes crust didn't overcome the natural missing flavors of the green tomato.

The Chalkboard (Beef Wellington) - It was cooked medium-well. The crust was perfect. The meat was also cooked perfectly. It was smaller than expected but was good. The asparagus was overcooked. The orzo was not as creamy as expected. It lacked seasonings (lack garlic and Parmesan) leaving much about this tasty pasta desirable.

Airline Fried Chicken- the chicken was tender but lacked seasonings. Obvious was the absence of flavor within the chicken. Outside, the crust was more soft than crunchy. And the yearning for flavor was not met by the relative similar seasonings achieved from a home cook. Yet where the chicken lacked, the cornbread subsided the need for flavor.

The service was exceptional. From walking in without a reservation to being served. From the host to the server. Each graciously accompanied a stellar service worthy of 5 stars. And even after a slight mixup with the foods being served at the wrong table, the server corrected the plate bearers mistake with apologizing.

On another final note, there, for some, was a bit of annoyance with the foot traffic from hotel to the restaurant. At the back of the restaurant is a doorway where hotel guest can enter and exit. Throughout the service, hotel guest would through the dining room to reach the host or visit the bar. With groups of people, about 3 and sometimes 4, walking through the dining room it could detract from a moment in a romantic date. For me this plausible annoyance was not an issue.

This restaurant is in the bottom level of a hotel and there are two lots available for parking. You walk into the building and down 4 stairs to the restaurant level. We were seated quickly as they weren't too busy. The interior is really pretty and bright. It has a more upscale feel which is reflected in the lovely smelling bathroom and the nicer and heavier drinking classes that match the wall color. Our waitress was friendly and quick to offer recommendations, which I love. I ordered the American breakfast with eggs, bacon, potatoes,
Gluten free toast and hollandaise sauce. They serve house made jelly (raspberry or blueberry) I got the raspberry and it was really good. The hollandaise sauce was decent but I didn't like it enough to want to go back to try the eggs Benedict. My breakfast was good though, I wouldn't mind coming back for lunch and trying some more menu items.

I eat lunch here often. It's a few hundred yards from my office. The only negative I have here is the menu is small. I wish there were a few more options - but otherwise the atmosphere, service, and food are all top notch. It's worth adding to your rotation if you work or live downtown.

The Chalkboard Burger is my go-to for their brunch so it's no surprise that it was my top pick for dinner! The burrata caprese salad I had before was also fantastic. Fun fact: you can order a half of any salad on their menu!

For my drink, I had a blood orange margarita that was really nice. The atmosphere and redone bar area is beautiful and perfect for a date night or night out with friends.

The Chalkboard is easily one of my favorite spots in Tulsa. My wife and I have been coming here for more than 20 years.

Located beneath the Ambassador Hotel, this is a fantastic dining experience, and I have had nothing but great meals and service.

Our typical dishes include the Beef Wellington and Filet. This last visit we added the Lamb Lollipops as an appetizer, and were not disappointed. They were very tender & flavorful. An excellent recommendation.

The dining room has been updated recently, and the atmosphere is romantic and, dare I say, brooding (in the best way). I felt like I was in a secret, underground club (which it sort of is). They do a great job at setting the mood, and making you comfortable.

Round out the experience by spending a night or two at the Ambassador as well. Coming and going from the restaurant is easy, and you never have to leave the comforts of the hotel.

Highly recommended.

We have visited The Chalkboard several times in the last 20+ years, and we are always so pleased. This time we were here to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, and, as usual, it did not disappoint. The restaurant has recently been remodeled, and the new decor is beautiful. It's elegant, dark, and romantic, and it adds to the overall dining experience. Tonight, Alicia was our server, and she was perfect! She was the best blend of attentive and respectful of our space. She was friendly and welcoming, and she was informative and knowledgeable about the food options.

We started with an appetizer of lamb lollipops. They were breaded and fried to a perfect crisp. They were accompanied by a very flavorful and delicious slaw and 2 dipping sauce options. For the entrée, I had the 6oz filet with fondant potatoes and vegetables. The filet was lovely- cooked as requested with a delicious char. The potato was tender, and the veggies were perfect! So much flavor on a plate. My husband ordered the beef Wellington. It was also cooked to his requested temperature, and he said it was delicious. His meal came with asparagus and orzo which was incredible. For dessert we shared bread pudding. It was served warm with raspberry and white chocolate sauces as well as fresh blueberries and strawberries. It was served warm, and it was also very good.

Overall, our experience was great! It was just what we hoped for to celebrate our special anniversary.

The cocktails were great. Our server was friendly but could've been more attentive. We had the artichoke dip with naan, it was creamy and flavorful. For the main, I had their 10 oz strip. The meat was tender. But surprisingly the peppercorn sauce had a kick to it. I've had peppercorn sauce with my steak before and this was too spicy for me. It had a slow burn that builds with every bite. I couldn't finish it so my boyfriend helped. It was an odd experience, if this was a fajita meal then it would make sense with the spicyness but steak?

Pretty great brunch but havent tried their dinner. Upscale café setting. On point servers.