Best Southwestern restaurant (US) in Oklahoma City

FRIDA southwest is an upscale New American seafood restaurant and steakhouse located in Oklahoma City's Paseo Arts District. It offers a unique blend of Oklahoma, Santa Fe, and northern Mexican cuisine, with handcrafted cocktails from its bar. The restaurant is inspired by the cuisine of these regions and offers a wide range of locally sourced ingredients. FRIDA southwest's menu features dishes such as braised short rib, seafood tamale, and lobster risotto, among others. The restaurant's bar program is overseen by owner and director of spirits Kim Dansereau, who has been recognized for her expertise. The restaurant's atmosphere is modern and elegant, with a lively patio seating area that opens onto the arts district. FRIDA southwest is a popular dining destination, with a 4.9-star rating on OpenTable and 2684 reviews on the platform. Diners rave about the restaurant's "phenomenal" food, "amazing" sea bass, and "delicious" cocktails. The restaurant is also praised for its welcoming atmosphere and attentive service.