10 North in Oklahoma City: Craft Cocktails in a Downtown Speakeasy Setting
10 North is a craft cocktail bar in downtown Oklahoma City's Bricktown district that focuses on house-made syrups, fresh citrus, and classic cocktail technique with an unmarked-entrance speakeasy aesthetic.
What 10 North actually is
The bar occupies a narrow storefront on North Broadway Avenue with minimal street signage, consistent with speakeasy design. The space seats roughly 30 people across a compact bar and a handful of two-tops, creating an intimate setting where conversation with bartenders is the default. Most customers are adults aged 25 to 50 seeking conversation-friendly cocktails rather than high-volume nightlife. The bar operates as a no-frills craft establishment; no bottle service, no table minimums, no DJ or music louder than conversation level.
Cocktails and pricing
Cocktails run $14 to $18, with the majority falling between $15 and $16. The menu rotates seasonally but maintains a core of six to eight house signatures alongside a small number of classics made to spec. House-made ingredients include syrups infused with herbs, spices, and seasonal fruit; the bartenders will build drinks off-menu if you describe a flavor profile rather than naming a specific cocktail.
Spirits selection emphasizes bourbon, rye, gin, and mezcal, with limited brandy and rum depth. Beer and wine are available but not the draw. A well whiskey or vodka soda runs $6 to $8, making it one of the few affordable options if you prefer a simple drink.
The bar stocks fresh citrus and juices daily. Drinks made with house sour mixes or pre-batched components are uncommon here; most orders involve fresh juice or house syrup, which explains the slightly higher price point and the 8 to 12 minute typical wait during busy hours.
How 10 North compares to other Oklahoma City cocktail bars
10 North differs from Prohibition Lounge, also in Bricktown, in philosophy and scale. Prohibition Lounge is larger, more polished, and design-forward, with craft cocktails alongside full dinner service and a broader spirits program. Prices are similar ($15 to $18), but Prohibition caters to date-night and special-occasion crowds; 10 North is oriented toward regulars and conversation.
Remedy, a cocktail bar near Midtown, leans toward modern technique and molecular cocktails, with a slightly higher price ceiling ($16 to $20) and a more design-conscious aesthetic. 10 North is less experimental and more tradition-focused; choose Remedy if you want visual presentation and contemporary technique, choose 10 North if you want straightforward execution and a neighborhood feel.
The Loaded Bowl, a brewpub with craft cocktails, offers lower prices ($12 to $14) and food pairing options but less cocktail depth and longer waits. 10 North's advantage is speed during off-peak hours and consistency of bartender skill.
Who fits and who does not
10 North suits locals who visit weekly, professionals looking for a quiet after-work drink, and cocktail enthusiasts who value accuracy over atmosphere. It does not suit large groups (the space accommodates maybe four people at a table comfortably), people seeking a party atmosphere, or those who value dining alongside drinks.
The no-reservation, walk-in policy works well for solo drinkers and pairs but creates unpredictable waits on Friday and Saturday nights after 8 p.m. Expect 20 to 30 minutes if you arrive after 9 p.m. on a weekend.
What a first visit involves
You will enter through a door with a small brass plaque; ask locals if you cannot find it. The bartender will ask what you like to drink (spirit, sweet, citrus-forward, bitter) rather than assuming you know the menu. If the bar is busy, grab a seat at a two-top or stand at the bar; there is no host stand. Drinks take longer than at volume-focused bars but not longer than you would wait at a craft beer or wine bar during the same hour.
Most first-time visitors linger for two drinks, which is typical for the clientele. The bar does not push table turns; if you want to stay, you can.
Hours, parking, and logistics
10 North opens at 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and is closed Sunday and Monday. Hours can shift seasonally; call ahead to confirm Monday closures in holiday weeks. The bar serves until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, midnight Tuesday through Thursday.
Parking is street parking on North Broadway or in nearby Bricktown lots, which are free after 6 p.m. Validation is not available. The bar is a ten-minute walk from the Bricktown Canal and the Devon Energy Center.
Why it belongs in Oklahoma City
10 North demonstrates that Oklahoma City's cocktail scene has moved beyond imitation toward consistency and craft-first positioning. It is one of three bars in the city where the bartender's skill and the product genuinely match higher-cost cities, and it has held that standard for over five years without visible slippage.
