Let me tell you, Birdies is an exceptional restaurant with beyond an exceptional menu. Great service, wonderful staff and great drink menu. However tonight we tried the sesame crème brûlée and I was overwhelmed at how delicious it was. So next time you visit, save room for the crème brûlée, you won't be sorry. #ChefKevinLee read more

Some restaurants feed you. Others put on a full performance. Birdie's by Chef Kevin Lee in OKC delivered the second one. Chef Kevin Lee took his original Korean fried chicken concept and evolved it into this upscale Korean steakhouse that somehow feels trendy, comforting, and wildly creative all at once. We ate our way through dishes like: Tteokbokki with wagyu ragu Sweet potato burrata Incredible cocktails Korean-inspired steaks cooked perfectly Every single plate had intention behind it. Nothing felt thrown together for social media hype. This was flavor first. And somehow after all of that...that banana pudding still stole the finale. Nearly impossible to finish, but absolutely impossible to stop eating. Also, Tony gave some of the best service I've had in a long time. Knowledgeable, engaging, and made the entire dinner feel like an experience instead of just another table turn. A lot of people forgot about Birdie's after the buzz around Maht exploded, but trust me...this spot deserves your attention. If you can't land a Maht reservation for the next century, Birdie's needs to be your next dinner reservation read more

Not worth the price. Most of the food was mid. Best was the ribs and kimchi pancakes Drink was mid too read more

We have been a fan of Chef Kevin for a few years now. This was our first time making a trip to visit his restaurant. What a compliment to the start of our trip. We started as most did with the Sweet Potato Burrata. What a great dish. The chips were amazing. The pomegranate seeds helped cut the sweetness. A very rich tasting starter that should actually be a dessert. It was something I would have not expected. We then had the house salad, For us two, we would have been happy with the meal ending with that. We are not big eaters and weren't ready for the size of the Portions. Everything is served family style. Bring your appetite. The dressing was unique and tasty. The salad was perfectly dressed. The pickled onions were to die for. We then had the Bibimbap. WOW, what a flavorful profile. Kevin, you out did yourself. I have never had Korean influenced food before and this has turned me into a fan. Then came the tots. As noted previously, these are some of the best tots ever. What a beautiful piece to an already excellent meal. Finally, we topped off the evening with a Special dessert of banana pudding. I didn't taste bananas, so not too sure I have the name right. But it was delicious with the Gojunang Caramel sauce on top. We are thankful we had the opportunity to share this restaurant with people and ourselves. What a great place to visit! read more

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Tasty Korean food here! We ordered: Brussel sprouts- crispy, sweet, fried, would order again. Kimchi pancake- VERY good. Excellent crisp on the outside. Soft on the inside. Excellent flavor. Waygyu short ribs: we ordered medium rare - it was cooked to our liking. Flavor is excellent. Love the 3 dipping sauces. The fav sauce was the soy garlic ginger w the raw egg. Hot stone Bibimbap: flavor was excellent but was not an authentic Hot Stone / dolsot bibimbap. It was served in a hot stone that wasn't hot and rice was not crispy at all. Plan early by making a reservation if you want to come here. I didn't prefer the dark setting. We sat on the left side of the restaurant, which seemed darker. We had to move the table lamp to the middle of the table to see our food. We had to adjust the lamp to take decent food photos here. Good food needs to be visible too. read more

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Who wants to try a new cuisine? We tried a restaurant called Birdies, in Edmond. Everything we ordered was fun, different than anything I have ever had. Chef is a Food Network winner! Small restaurant, need reservations. Seems very clean. Excellent servers. Quiet and able to talk and hear each other. Decor is masculine, I hear it is Industrial Renaissance Revival! read more

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I went to Oklahoma for a Valentine's Day date in Edmond. I took my date to Birdies after after discovering it on Yelp. This was the first time for both of us as I live in Fort Worth, Texas. Biut she does live in Edmond. The restaurant was very nice and upscale. We were supposed to sit at the bar because it was very crowded and we barely got a reservation. But when we got there, the bar was full and it was time for our reservation. I told my date that we would end up getting a table. Just a few minutes later we did get that table so it was very nice. All of the food came family style, so you could just share it, we both enjoy this. The service was great and we were satisfied tremendously. We had the Bulgogi bowl. Next time we will try the ribeye. read more

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"Twice as good" FOR REAL! Honestly, I am kicking myself for not coming here sooner. My friend and I shared a medium rare wagyu filet, kimchi pancake and Brussels sprouts. The filet practically melted in our mouths, it was prepared and salted to perfection. Definitely make reservations in advance. We were a party of 3 without reservations (not knowing), and I had to send my husband home! Embarrassing, but the bar is so small...DO NOT EXPECT to walk in unless it's only 2 of you. Even then, ...just make the reservation. You could be gambling, haha. No Chef Kevin sightings but we loved the dark modern decor and feel of the restaurant. It's small and cozy with very friendly and warm staff. I cannot wait to go back soon. Such a gem for OKC! Making a reservation this time... ;P read more

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Don't judge this place by its name! I was definitely surprised by the quiet elegance of this place. The food was impeccably presented and the taste did not disappoint. We started with the Sweet potato burrata. The candied sweet potatoes makes this dish stand out! This is a definitely must have! I ordered the sticky ribs and was impressed they tasted as good as they looked. perfectly sweet and sticky with a little kick. We finished with a dessert that was similar to Gojujang pudding? I rene ver thinking there's no way I would like a spicy dessert. I'm not sure where the gojujuang flavor was but I surely didn't taste it. What I tasted though, was pure delight in every bite! It was smooth and light with the right amount of sweetness. You'll definitely want more than a couple bites of this! read more

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Empty tables, empty promises I'm all reservation system, but the table management here is truly a display of inefficiency We stood in the lobby while two tables sat completely vacant because they were reserved in 45 minutes. We were still told no when promised to vacate before the next reservation It's a special kind of "unpleasantry" to watch empty tables waste away while the lobby is full of paying customers. If your reservation book is more important than the customers physically present , you aren't "managing" a restaurant--you're running a reservation system read more

Birdies by Chef Kevin Lee - Empty tables that the hostess refuse to seat us - Steakhouses Near Me - Edmond, Oklahoma

So good. We watched chef Kevin Lee on Tournament of Champions and were pumped to try his restaurants out. Location threw me off at first but once walking into the restaurant it is a great set up. We got the Waygu strip, bibimbap and tator tots. Both the steak and bibimbap were delicious! The tots weren't our favorite. The drinks were great as well with good options. If you like Korean food and like steak then gotta go here. read more

Not a negative thing to say! We very much enjoyed the Wagyu short ribs! It comes with 3 sauces and lettuce wraps. We paired that with the bibimbap and it was perfect together! The service was informative and quick. She gave great suggestions and that helped us plan our meal well. There is a small bar inside with bar top seating. I would advise making a reservation in advance. It's not a huge restaurant so seating can be limited given they are mainly open 5-10:30 Tuesday-Saturday. We would definitely go again! read more

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Came for Valentines around 9 a reservation was made. They have a main and plates advised better to pick from. Was a little skeptical on the sweet potato burrata I don't eat all sweet potato's but it was so good! For the plates I had the Tteokkboki rice cakes and buttered cheese corn scallops, didn't like the texture on the rice cakes but the corn was good it was pretty much corn and cheeses. For the entree I got the prime rib the flavor was good but I think the meat needed to be cooked longer. Lastly I had the Carmel banana pudding if your a fan of cream cheese you'd like it. read more

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This may be my new fav restaurant just due to the sheer fun of it. That's not to say all the food isn't excellent, but the uniqueness and "fun factor" set it miles apart from some other things at this price point. This is also definitely my favorite of the "by Chef Name" disappointments that seem to be popping up everywhere. This was also actually my first pick for my bday but they were closed on Mondays. Sweet Potato Burrata - I don't like sweet potato but I like burrata so taking a leap of faith in a new restaurant I decided to try it anyway. It was delicious and possibly the most unique dish I've ever had. It was stunning visually. 5/5 Beef Tartare - My favorite item. Fantastic. It was one of the most delicious things I've ever eaten in my life. Closer to a yellowtail special mixture at a good sushi restaurant than a traditional beef tartare, it combines two of my favorite things flawlessly. 6/5 Prime Strip - 5/5, but nothing really to comment on. Exactly as you'd expect. Wagyu Ribeye - 5/5, the shape of the meat made it perfect for dipping/lettuce wraps without the need to cut. The quality was excellent. We also got the filet, but that was my girlfriend's so I can't remember enough to comment on it. I may not have even tried it, but everyone enjoyed their meals thoroughly. The sides were good as well, but I can't recall specifics. Another HUGE positive is giving 3 dipping sauces for each steak. That will make me keep coming back. It's so dang fun. At this price point, usually you have to individually order tiny cups of sauce for $3+ each which quickly adds up to $9+ if you want to try more than one. Birdie's just gives you dipping sauces by default which means a lot to me. It changes every year, but as of right now, I think Birdie's is my fav restaurant in the city. read more

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Worth every penny! Had an amazing time at Birdie's and will definitely be back. Definitely recommend making reservations. Got here during the week with three other friends and had a great time. The vibes were amazing not noisy, we were able to have great conversation and hear ourselves. The food was chef's I loved everything served especially banana pudding Will I be back ? yes read more

Birdies by Chef Kevin Lee - Steakhouses Near Me - Edmond, Oklahoma

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First, get a reservation! Our seats were ready for us a moment we entered, and our waitress came by with waters very quickly. She explained the menu and left us to look. We were looking at other tables and we noticed a trend so we kind of follow suit. we got the one salad that is available and the sweet potato Burrata appetizer. Get the sweet potato!!!! It's sweet enough where it might be considered a dessert but yet the bread component makes it savory. Our entrée was the corn cheese, scallop, and the marinated short rib. The scallop was cooked very well, but the corn cheese was a little bit on the salty side and as it got cooler, it got more and more weird in textured and I think it's because the cheese was cooling down. However, the short rib was amazing. It comes with three different sauces and lettuce to wrap in and it's plenty for the whole table to share. We ended our night with the black sesame crème brûlée and if you do have room, I highly recommend you getting it because of flavor is amazing overall I like to come here when I have a special occasion and I know I will be eating really good food. read more

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I hate to write this because the service and kindness were absolutely amazing, but the food--specifically the steak--was a huge disappointment. I ordered the most expensive steak on the menu, and it honestly tasted like water--no flavor, no seasoning, just completely underwhelming. For the price, I expected something memorable, and instead it was the worst steak experience I've had. I will never order that again.That said, the staff deserves real praise. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind, which made the experience better than it otherwise would have been. The salad was fresh and delicious, and the drinks were great as well.If this place could match their food quality--especially the steak--to their excellent service, it would be a totally different experience. Unfortunately, the steak alone made this visit a letdown. read more

Birdies by Chef Kevin Lee - Steakhouses Near Me - Edmond, Oklahoma

Best Korean food I have ever had, delectable with complex flavors. Our favorites were the Brussel sprouts and the sticky ribs.

This was my first visit. We were immediately greeted and shown to our table quickly. They were busy, but we never felt rushed. The waitress was super attentive. Since I had never been here before, I wasn't sure what to order. I gave the waitress a couple of things that I might like and told her just to pick one. She brought out the scallops. I don't think I've ever had scallops that were this good. Absolutely amazing! They tasted super buttery and almost felt like they were just melting in my mouth. My friend got the salmon and it was such a huge portion. The drinks were also amazing. I was also impressed that the chef stopped by our table to ask how things were. Start to finish. This was the absolute best restaurant experience I've had in years. We will definitely be back. read more

Birdies by Chef Kevin Lee - Scallops - Steakhouses Near Me - Edmond, Oklahoma

First time back at the restaurant since the redo and new theme. The old version was incredible, and this revamp is incredible! Went here with family for a graduation meal, and while I wish I had taken more pictures, everything we had was outstanding! Love the family-style option, although you can order individually. Service was professional yet personal, and the chef came to check on us. Wine selection was also impressive. Will definitely return. Great for a special occasion, but why not make any day special by treating yourself or others to this incredible cuisine and venue. read more

Birdies by Chef Kevin Lee - Brussels sprouts and kimchi pancake - Steakhouses Near Me - Edmond, Oklahoma

Great date night we sat at the bar and ordered so much! Service was attentive and orders were delivered quickly. Most memorable dishes were the sticky ribs, the Brussels sprouts but honestly, everything was delicious. read more

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Birdie's? More like the Buzzin' spot in OKC. My friends have been raving about this place, and I'm so glad I finally got to try it. Since fusion restaurants are my favorite, I had high expectations, and Birdies truly lived up to the hype! First, we tried to make a reservation on Resy the day before, and most of the time slots were already booked. If you plan to travel with a large group or for a special occasion, I recommend booking in advance. The restaurant boasts a dark, minimalist, and modern vibe, characterized by clean and understated design, which creates a calm, low-key atmosphere perfect for date nights or small groups seeking something unique. The service was professional yet relaxed, making the experience feel comfortable and unhurried. I appreciated that Chef Lee personally came around to check in on all the tables--it added a thoughtful and memorable touch to the evening. As a unique cocktail lover, I was thrilled by their creative craft cocktails. I went with the Pandan & Pineapple Daiquiri (recommended by my friend) while she tried the Iced Matcha Milk Tea cocktail. Both were delicious, the Pandan & Pineapple Daiquiri was sweet (but not overly so) and tasted fresh and tropical. It's one of the best cocktails I've ever had. The iced matcha milk tea had a cozy, wintery vibe thanks to the house-made five-spice cream, which was not bad at all, but a bit unexpected for summer. Plus, both drinks were adorable (see pics below)! For food, we shared several small and large plates: -Brussels Sprouts: Crispy with a sticky glaze from the gochujang honey, topped with peanuts that added a great crunch. So good! -Kimchi Pancakes: They were nice, crispy, and tasty, but not that special. You could get it at a Korean restaurant for a lower price. -Beef Tartare: This was a surprise hit for me. I'm not usually into raw meat, but my friend swore by it, and she was right! The tartare was seasoned perfectly with a hint of sesame oil, and I loved it. It came with toasted sourdough milk bread, though I wish the bread had been crispier. We also requested a side of gochujang, which significantly improved everything (especially the tartare). Sticky Ribs: These ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and super flavorful, though I did wish they had a bit more of a spicy kick. Wagyu Ribeye: This was incredible. The steak was juicy and rich, served with lettuce wraps and three dipping sauces: chimichurri, peanut ssamjang, and garlic-ginger soy sauce with egg yolk. The garlic-ginger soy sauce was my favorite; it paired beautifully with the wagyu. Finally, dessert. I wish they had more options. We chose the Black Sesame Crème Brûlée, and it was rich, creamy, with the black sesame adding a nice depth of flavor that was neither overpowering nor too subtle. All in all, Birdies is worth a visit if you're looking for a spot that delivers on both creative drinks and delicious food in OKC. Just be sure to plan ahead for reservations. read more

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Pretty good but not great. We went here for date night last night with friends and were pleased, but it wasn't as good as we had hoped. The food was 4 out of 5. I ordered the bibimbap and my husband ordered the sticky ribs. Both were just OK. The ribs themselves were pretty dry and the sauce wasn't to die for. The bibimbap was nothing special - probably the worst I've had at a restaurant but still not bad. The kimchi pancakes my friends ordered were good - probably my favorite thing. The crème brûlée was not good at all. Portion sizes were fairly large. As for the atmosphere, it was 4 out of 5. The booth was uncomfortable, and it was fairly loud in the restaurant. The vibe was pretty good though. Service was 4 out of 5. Fine but nothing great. Price was 2 out of 5. For the price, I would've expected much much better food. We walked away with a nearly $100 tab for two. Much better Korean restaurants for sure. It's more of an Americanized fusion type place. read more

Food service and ambience were wonderful. I would eat there again for fancy occasions since it was pretty pricey.

There is no negative comment I can have... brilliant flavors, a little bit of everything, but all thoughtful. The rice cake dish was my fave, a little spice and jam packed with flavor. The pandan daiquiri was my first sip, love pandan and it's always difficult to find. Next, the pear and tequila drink should have been dessert, but I couldn't resist the sesame dessert. I've traveled the world and this is the best Korean food I've had! Servers were kind and made great recommendations, they were attentive too. Can you please put one of these in other cities? read more

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I've been to Birdie's before in its previous fried chicken concept, so I was really interested in coming back to see the new menu. We got the Hamachi crudo, sticky spicy ribs, galbi marinated Wagyu short rib, and buttered cheese corn. Everything was really good. The Wagyu short rib was so tender and flavorful. We had to order a side of rice, though, because it was so rich. The buttered cheese corn was really thick and creamy. I wish it came in a bigger portion size! Since I'd come here to celebrate my birthday, they gave me a complimentary dessert and a signed menu, which was really unexpected and cute. Vanessa was our server and was so nice and attentive. I expected the new concept to be really fancy, but when we were there, people were dressed really casual, so it's definitely not as intimidating as I expected. read more

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Birdies never fails to deliver every time I go! It's such an amazing concept to have this upscale Korean steakhouse with an incredible fusion of flavors! The Galbi Wagyu short ribs were so flavorful on their own, but the steak sauces that come on the side had such depth of flavor. The hot Stone bibimbap is my favorite, especially with extra gochujang sauce mixed in! The brussels sprouts have such a sweet, yet deep and nutty flavor. The ambience of the restaurant is very cozy and romantic as well with mood lighting, and the service is also incredible with very helpful servers with amazing suggestions of ways to customize your meal! Birdies is a definite must try! read more

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I came here for an engagement dinner and it was amazing!! We started with some drinks, my drink had ube in it which was so good. For an appetizer we got savory pancakes. They were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. We got the steak and scallops with the cheese corn for the entrees . The steak was so tender and the scallops were cooked perfectly. This was one of my favorite meals in okc. The interior is very dark and vibey, perfect for date night. The service was amazing as well! Can't wait to be back read more

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Love watching chef on food network. What a sexy joint! Our waiter was great and so attentive. You go in with high expectations hoping will follow through. Dinner service was amazing. Food so good and so many new flavors I haven't had. Can't wait to try his newest restaurant. read more

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Wow! Everything.... It's such a cozy place. Chef Kevin was out chatting with guests from time to time. Our server, Harper, was lovely. Friendly, kind, quick. And then there's the food. Goodness. We tried the kimchi pancake, tater tots, ginger salmon and spicy ribs. Way too much food but my husband was excited because he wanted to have leftovers. We definitely had leftovers. Can't wait to go back. read more

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After 3 main dishes and 3 appetizers that were all served to be shareable, we were very full and very pleased. My cousin spent a year in Korea and said this bibimbap is the best she has found in the US since returning from Korea. I highly recommend the glazed salmon as well. The staff worked with us to have a birthday cake delivered to the table also. It was a great night for this birthday celebration and an opportunity to try this restaurant . I look forward to my next visit. read more

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Not only does chef Kevin Lee make it look so easy on Food Network in real life. His food is beautiful and absolutely delicious!! it was easy enough to get same day reservations during the week and it was so exciting when the chef came around the table a couple times to see how we are enjoying the food. Probably the most delicious salad I've had in years and that's saying a lot because I can't stand salad! The cheesy corn is like nothing I've ever tried before and something. I can't wait to have again and the ribs were so spicy delicious. I was licking my fingers!! read more

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The ambiance of this restaurant is romantic/causal. The service was okay for the most part could've been. The food was pretty good and tasty. read more

Birdies by Chef Kevin Lee - Rice cake - Steakhouses Near Me - Edmond, Oklahoma

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Foodwise, every thing we ordered was tasty and good. The stand outs are the sticky ribs, hamachi crudo, and the wagyu ribeye. The hamachi crudo was fresh!!! Service was spot on. Ambiance is modern and warm. Would recommend if you haven't been. read more

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Oh my goodness. This place is next level. Flavors are layered and perfectly put together. We had the sweet potato with burrata and pomegranate to start, and then for our mains we had the rice cakes in wagu ragu, the bibimbap, and the NY Strip. The steak was cooked perfectly and the garlic ginger sauce put the steak over the top. It is unbelievable. We finished with the ice cream. From the drinks to the desserts, everything was well thought out and put together. Easily 5 stars read more

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So fantastic, had a reservation the day after Christmas with my sister and fam, 3 of them got the bibimbap and one the strip steak and I got the Galbi short rib which was so delicious. All the sauces were amazing and I enjoyed mixing them up. Will for sure go again when I visit them in OKC. read more

Birdies by Chef Kevin Lee - Galbi short rib - Steakhouses Near Me - Edmond, Oklahoma

Great combination of Korean & modern fine dining! The location is very interesting but once you walk in, you're welcomed to a bar/classy establishment. We ordered all of the small plates (except the house salad) as well as the sticky spicy ribs, shrimp & grits, & buttered cheese corn scallops. Would reorder & highly recommend the Brussels sprouts, beef tartar, sweet potato burrata, & sticky ribs! read more

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Great food and service here. Kevin knows how to elevate Korean dishes that makes them memorable. We've been here a few times for watch parties, special guests collab, birthday dinner and random date nights. Most of his dishes are spot on! The bimbimbop is one of my favorite ever! The sweet potato burrata is delicious but it does get a bit sweet towards the end after a few bites. Their steaks are delicious and cooked to how I love them: medium rare. The sticky ribs should come with either rice or lettuce. On its own, it's too much. It needs something to balance it out. read more

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I don't think I have the vocabulary to accurately describe how incredible this experience was. My lady and I are a couple of poors. But every once in a while we like to rub some pennies together and treat yo'self ourselves. This was one such occasion. Imma start by saying the food was awesome. And the portions were huge. ANNNNND Chef Kevin Lee, who I am a fan of from the TV, came table to table to check how everything was. And oh, how everything was it most certainly was!! read more

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Birdie's was fantastic! The staff collectively was very friendly, the ambiance was modern and nice, and the food was great and reasonably priced for what it is. I noted that the kitchen was very well ran and the bartender was VERY detail oriented and efficient. Chef Lee came by to check on us and a few other tables and even helped some folks clean up a spill. Humility is alive and well here as everyone seemed to wear multiple hats and again seemed very efficient. Some constructive criticism is I think the entry way needs a little help. Both in decor and then it would be nice if the hostess opened the door or was a little more attentive to the beginning experience. Wasn't a negative, but was the only part of the experience that didn't stand out. Just an FYI, the menu is VERY sesame heavy. I'm not a big fan, but the food was still great. read more

Birdies by Chef Kevin Lee - Steakhouses Near Me - Edmond, Oklahoma

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