I’ll admit it. I did not expect to find fish and chips in Oklahoma that made me stop mid-bite and rethink everything I thought I knew about pub food.
But the first time I sat down at Kilkenny’s Irish Pub, I realized I had underestimated Tulsa in a very specific and delicious way. What started as a casual visit turned into one of those meals people argue about later like it actually matters.
Tucked into the heart of Cherry Street, this place feels lived-in in the best way. It is loud without being chaotic, cozy without trying too hard, and the plates come out heavy enough to make the table creak…