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    The Gilded Acorn

    4.7 (37 reviews)
    Closed • 6:30 am - 3:30 pm

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    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    Dirty Chai Latte
    David C.

    I visited The Gilded Acorn while on a work trip and a few of my coworkers and I were needing a coffee shop to talk over our upcoming presentation in downtown OKC. I am very glad that a coworker of mine said we should go here. My first impression upon walking in was that the atmosphere was very bright and uplifting while also being somewhat unique. There was plenty of seating when we visited which was around 10AM on a weekday but unfortunately not many outlets. I ordered the dirty chai latte (pictured) and thought it was really well-made with a healthy portion and reasonably priced. I recommend visiting The Gilded Acorn if you are looking to get some work done, read a book, or catch up with a friend.

    Sarah P.

    Popped in for a quick sugar grab while my husband wrangled the kids back to the car after lunch at Teller's. The space is super clean, cute, and calm--folks quietly chatting or working on laptops gave it a nice low-key vibe. There were so many gorgeous treats, I basically panic-pointed at a few and hoped for the best. Walked out with a fruit tart, lemon tart, chocolate cookie, and a chocolate pig (because how could I not?). The cookie didn't even survive the drive out of the garage--family approved all around. Surprise favorite: the lemon tart. I'm usually a fruit tart girly, but that tangy lemon curd and cloud of meringue stole the show. The chocolate pig was fun but a bit rich for me--dark shell, milk chocolate mousse filling--but my husband and toddler were big fans. (They're still mad I didn't get the bunny too.) Would I go out of my way to come back? Probably not. But if I'm nearby and need a little sugar fix? 100% stopping in again. Solid 4 stars for the quick, sweet detour.

    Double chocolate cookie with pecans and a Latte
    Lindsey H.

    Took a break from my workday to meet with a colleague for coffee. The inside of the restaurant is so cute! There was plenty of seating and a nice selection of pastries. I had a latte and a double chocolate cookie with pecans. The cookie was so good - try it heated up! The two ladies working the counter were friendly and helpful.

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    Meryl N.

    So I decided to give the Gilded Acorn another shot. Because I was in the area trying Naijia Wife Kitchen and wanted a desert to take home. Well I didn't get that desert. There were 2 employees. 1 assisting another patron and 1 starting into space. No joke I stood looking at the deserts for about 5-10 minutes and then walked to the register by employee 2 to stand there for awhile to not be acknowledged. Is there a dress code here? I was dress casually but still. Are employees told to pretend patrons are not in the store? Am I actually a ghost? Do they not pay employees a fair wage? Is management toxic? I don't get it. I'm usually understanding to a fault. This is just baffling. I can only assume that something is going on internally either with pay or management or both that has led to complete lack of care from employees. This place could serve diamonds for the price of coal and I'd still not recommend it. Find the root cause of the issue and fix it.. The bare minimum requirements for a patron to spend money in a product based establishment is the ability to select products and pay for them. This is not possible if employees ignore patrons. Employees don't have to be kind or even nice. They could say "what you want", "you going to buy something?" Even just staring customers down until they order would be better that what is going on here which was a complete lack of acknowledgement. Seriously if they have a dress code or something they should tell people or post it on the door. Anyway I won't be back. Even if I'm paid to go.

    Vanilla criffin !!
    Netta L.

    The espresso was wonderful.. I got a criffin, lemon Sorbet and chocolate- hazelnut ice cream. All of the item were delicious!! Let's talk about the espresso (americano) , it was literally the best one I had in awhile. It was smooth and earthy. I added the lavender syrup it was so good. It's wasn't too sweet which I appreciated.

    High Tea Dessert tray
    Rebekah G.

    I'm doing this review purely on our high tea experience. Honestly I would have given it a 3.5 but that's not an option and I didn't feel like it deserved a 3. Price and service is what drops my score from a 5 to a 4. I have to say our tea was so good, definitely recommend getting the chai. It is a beautifully spiced chai. Giving each person steamed milk was a nice touch. Our tray of salmon, egg salad, and chicken salad bites were very good, as well as the desert tray. Everything was aesthetically appealing! From our tea set to the trays of food. Place was nice, clean, and bright. Now to the reason for my score. High tea is $45 per person plus tax and tip so we paid $60 person. Even though everything was good, I don't think what we received justified the price. There is only one special area with a cute green sofa and chandelier. Otherwise your having your high tea at the normal tables with the wicker type chair. Secondly, we were delivered our items and then no one ever came back to check up on us. It would have been nice if they came to see if we needed anything, refill on water or to reheat our milk that went cold fast. A little more attention from the staff for those that have reserved this experience would be nice. Even though I'm highly unlikely to do it again. I will come back for a tea and patisserie in the future.

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    Valeria S.

    This café is so chic. It's downtown Oklahoma City located inside the historic first national hotel. The inside is very clean and modern. You have to find street parking. All the pastries look gorgeous. Definitely a good spot to meet someone.

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    The food was great and the restaurant was bright and cheerful. We sat in the back round booth ant it was really comfortable.

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    Delicious baked goods and the gelato was absolutely amazing! It feels like I'm back in Europe again with the vibes.

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    Great food and super friendly staff - would definitely come here again - a quick and delicious breakfast option!

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    Delicious, cozy with a polite and engaging staff. Two thumbs up. Now I'm just typing words to get to 85.

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    Beautiful display of delectable pastries/desserts. In addition, the salad I ordered was delish, and the dining room is so cute and inviting.

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