Vast in Oklahoma City: Craft Cocktails in Bricktown's Most Design-Forward Lounge

Vast is a craft cocktail lounge in Bricktown that pairs elevated drinks with a sharp industrial aesthetic and a focus on spirits-forward cocktails rather than sweet or trend-heavy builds.

What Vast actually is

Located in a converted brick building in the heart of Bricktown, Vast operates as a full-service cocktail lounge with a bar-forward layout and minimal table seating. The space emphasizes high ceilings, exposed brick, and moody lighting that sets it apart from the neon-and-chrome look of many nearby bars. The program is alcohol-focused rather than nightclub-oriented: there is no dance floor, DJ, or cover charge, and the crowd clusters at the bar itself. This is a destination for people ordering a single intentional drink, not a place to pre-game or spend four hours at a table.

Cocktail menu and pricing

Vast's cocktail menu centers on classic-forward and stirred drinks that highlight spirit quality. Expect a martini, a negroni, an old fashioned, and variations that change seasonally. Cocktails run between $14 and $16, which places Vast in the mid-to-upper range for Oklahoma City but standard for a craft-focused Bricktown lounge. The bar also stocks a deliberately curated spirit selection, with emphasis on whiskey, gin, and amaro; the wine list is modest and the beer selection is functional rather than extensive. Mixed drinks should be confirmed for current pricing, as Vast occasionally runs specials during happy hour or on slower weeknights.

How Vast compares to other Oklahoma City lounges

Bricktown has three main categories of lounge: high-volume cocktail bars like The Red Cup, which emphasize speed and volume; late-night dance-heavy venues; and craft lounges. Vast sits squarely in the craft lounge tier alongside places like The Loaded Bowl (which emphasizes a broader food program and a mixed crowd). The key difference is focus: Vast assumes you are ordering one or two high-quality drinks and leaving, while The Loaded Bowl builds around food, games, and lingering. Choose Vast if you want a serious cocktail in a designed space without conversation-drowning music or pressure to order food. Choose The Loaded Bowl if you want to eat, play games, or stay for hours in a more social atmosphere.

Who Vast suits and who it doesn't

Vast works well for after-work drinks, dates, or anyone seeking a quiet bar experience where the bartender is visible and the space itself is the draw. The lack of food means it is not ideal for a hungry group. The bar-only layout means large groups feel awkward, and the lack of TVs or games means it does not function as a sports bar or casual hangout. If you are looking for a venue to camp out in for an evening with friends, Vast will feel sparse and instrumental. If you want 90 minutes of focused drinking conversation, it is precisely right.

What the first visit involves

Walk in through the Bricktown side entrance and you will face the bar directly. Seating is first-come at bar stools or a handful of small tables along the perimeter. The bartenders will ask what you drink and either recommend from the current menu or build something custom if you state your preferences. Most first-time visitors order a signature drink and use it as a reference point for the bartender's style. The pace is deliberate; expect 10 to 15 minutes for a cocktail, not five.

Hours, parking, and logistics

Vast typically opens at 5 p.m. on weekdays and noon on weekends, though hours should be confirmed directly as they occasionally shift seasonally. Parking in Bricktown is street-level or in shared lots; there is no dedicated Vast parking. The lounge is accessible by foot from the Bricktown pedestrian district and is a short walk from Bricktown restaurants and entertainment venues, which makes it useful as a pre-dinner or post-dinner stop. Confirmation of current hours is recommended, as operating times for independent bars shift frequently.

Vast fills a specific gap in Oklahoma City's lounge scene: it is neither a dive nor a nightclub, and it prioritizes craft execution over atmosphere gimmickry. For drinkers who want a quiet bar in a designed space, it remains one of the few places in Bricktown where that is possible.