Cafe Disco in Oklahoma City: Specialty Coffee and Vinyl in Midtown

Cafe Disco is a small-batch coffee roaster and record shop combined in a single 1,200-square-foot storefront in Oklahoma City's Midtown district, drawing regulars who want espresso drinks alongside used vinyl browsing rather than a laptop-friendly workspace.

What Cafe Disco actually is

The cafe operates as a working roastery with a retail counter, meaning the equipment visible behind the bar includes both an espresso machine and a small drum roaster. The vinyl section occupies roughly 40 percent of the floor, organized by genre, and includes new reissues and used stock. The setup favors a 20-to-30-minute visit over the laptop crowd; seating consists of three small high-top tables and a bench along one window.

Coffee program and menu pricing

Cafe Disco roasts its own beans and rotates single-origin and blended options monthly. Espresso drinks run $4.50 for a single-shot americano to $6.00 for a double-shot cappuccino or latte. Filter coffee, served in a pour-over or Chemex, costs $4.00 for a standard cup. A bag of whole beans for home brewing ranges from $16 to $18 depending on origin. The cafe also stocks loose-leaf tea from a regional supplier; a cup costs $3.50. No food is served beyond pastries sourced from a nearby bakery; these run $3 to $5. Prices are current as of early 2024; confirm by phone or visit before assuming specific amounts.

How Cafe Disco compares to other Oklahoma City coffee spots

Remedy Coffee, also in Midtown, roasts its own beans and emphasizes a minimalist environment, but dedicates most of its space to seating and work rather than retail. Cafe Disco reverses that balance: the vinyl section is the draw alongside coffee, not an afterthought. Elemental Coffee, on NW 23rd Street, operates a full-service cafe with a broader food menu and more seating; it suits people planning a longer sit. Cafe Disco suits someone who wants coffee and wants to flip through records in the same 30 minutes. For vinyl-first shoppers, Rockin' Tacos Records is blocks away but does not serve coffee; Cafe Disco lets you buy both without a separate trip.

Who Cafe Disco suits and who it does not

The space works for coffee drinkers interested in vinyl culture, collectors browsing used stock, or people making a quick stop before work. It does not suit remote workers needing reliable seating and wifi, families with young children expecting a padded environment, or customers wanting a full meal. The high-tops and bench are tight; two people can sit comfortably at one table, but larger groups will feel crowded.

What a first visit involves

Upon entering, the espresso counter is immediately to the right; order and pay there. The barista will ask your drink size and will call your name or number when it is ready. The vinyl section stretches along the left wall and back corner, organized clearly enough that browsing is straightforward. You can browse while your drink is being made. There is no table reservation system; seating is first-come, first-served. Most first-time visitors spend 15 to 20 minutes standing and looking, then sit briefly with their drink.

Hours and parking

Cafe Disco is typically open Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and closed Mondays. Hours shift seasonally; verify before a weekday visit. Parking is on-street along the Midtown block; there is no dedicated lot. The nearest paid lot is a two-minute walk away if the street is full. The location is accessible by bicycle via the Midtown Greenway trail system.

Cafe Disco fills a specific role in Oklahoma City's coffee landscape: a roastery that doubles as a record retailer, prioritizing discovery and brevity over comfort or productivity. The combination attracts a steadier local following than a standard cafe or record shop could alone.