Grey Sweater

We came here for our 5 year anniversary after wanting to check it out for so long. Grey Sweater does not disappoint. The flavors, the presentation, the service... it's an art. We were very well pleased with our experience here and recommend it for any special occasion! I can't even explain it. I just know everything tasted fantastic, and we did not leave starving. You pay for the culinary expertise and creativity, so definitely keep that in mind when coming. This is such a unique place that I am glad we get to experience in OKC!

"I need a new vocabulary to describe this place"A visit to The Grey Sweater isn't just a dinner; it's an invocation of wonder--a deliberate suspension of reality where food is the narrative, and every bite spins a tale you never thought you'd hear, yet always wanted to. Aptly named, The Grey Sweater sits in that in-between world of boundless possibility, just like its color. No allegiances to tradition or trend, just a devotion to the craft of creating an experience that feels like wearing your heart on your sleeve.For our five-year anniversary, we were whisked into a culinary journey that defies description but demands attention. The reservation itself felt like an invitation to something sacred, heightened by the seamless flow from first contact to the last sip of wine. Ten courses. A gold-level wine pairing. And then--my favorite inquiry of the night: "What kind of journey do you want to enjoy for your special evening?" I chuckled and mumbled something, absurd in hindsight, about surprise, silliness, and stories, not knowing the feast of sensations that awaited us.Michael, the evening's maestro, choreographed the service like a conductor with a silent baton, communicating with his team through Friendly smiles and jovial glances. He was not just the manager or Maitre De' but an embodiment of hospitality itself. Rusty, our server-turned-new-best-friend, enchanted our palates with a smile that indicated the surprises were going to be more surprising than we could fathom. Marco, the sommelier, with a wine palate that should come with a warning label, provided stories of each wine, who made it, how it was made, how it was grown, where the climate affects the minerals. It sounds crazy but the story added an appreciation for each sip and the rarity of the offering. Together, their playful banter and deep knowledge made every course feel like a shared secret. Dillon behind the bar crafted 'bespoke cocktails'--But it wasn't just a drink. It was an awakening of sorts, a sly wink from the gods of flavor.Each dish that followed was more than just food. It was as if time itself had been an ingredient, woven into the slow-building layers of flavor. Precision doesn't do it justice--this was a dance, a carefully timed sequence where the taste evolved mid-bite. There were stories within stories. A simple scallop became a chapter of its own when, in a quiet, almost reverent moment, I saw the chef discard one with a frown, declaring in silence that not even the slightest flaw could pass their watchful eyes.The entire evening felt orchestrated, yet spontaneous. Like a symphony where every instrument knows its role but somehow improvises the perfect harmony. Every plate, every sip, every glance at the chef's counter told its own tale, each one building on the last until we found ourselves laughing in disbelief, wondering "How do they do that?!"This wasn't a meal. It was Fantasia, a marriage of all senses--music in food, art in time, divinity in every bite. It was magic, yes, but more than that--it was the unexplainable turned tangible, an ephemeral masterpiece that you can taste but might never fully understand.

Ambiance was ok. Main dining room had a lot of dead space and had a cold feel and plain walls, while the counter area was a bit more stylish. We opted for the counter area.I agree with all the other negative reviews here. We have had some spectacular tasting menus over the years, and this just isn't one of them. Servers were very knowledgeable and nice, but service was slow for no reason. First course is a cone that took about 30 minutes to get in front of us. The silver wine pairing had some great selections, but for the price I expected more than a sip at a time, which is what it was. On the subject of the wine pairing I thought it was shady that they offered us a red dessert wine at the end of the night, but forgot to state that it was an extra $30 on top of the $200 for what amounted to about half a bottle between us. Food was ok, but small and slow. One bite or two every 30 min means we are likely trying to find food when the "meal" was done. Felt like we were just waiting and waiting between courses and by the time they arrived we were just happy to have anything in front of us. We understand how this process works so I don't need the business rebuttal telling me how a tasting menu is supposed to be. We just felt that for the price the value and level of service just wasn't there.

As someone who has only lived in NYC and LA, I was amazed to experience a legitimate fine dining establishment in Oklahoma. Grey Sweater is the work of James Beard Award winning chef, Andrew Black. While the cuisine can be broadly described as "New American", there is ample global influence, and rare, precious ingredients that you will not find anywhere else in this region. Grey Sweater offers a 7 course tasting menu for $137, and a 10 course for $187. Do the 10 course. It was the perfect amount of food. They also offer three different wine pairings: Silver, Gold, and Platinum, for $100, $150, and $300 respectively. We opted for the Gold tier, and were impressed by the overall value, and sommelier's thoughtful selections. The meal was exceptional from start to finish. My only complaint is that unlike most restaurants of this caliber, they do not print you a menu to keep. For this reason, my recollections of each dish are not as accurate as usual. I love having a personalized menu (I keep them forever lol). Stand out dishes included an Osetra caviar topped grilled cheese, an oyster with strawberry snow made with liquid nitrogen, the most delicious scallop I've ever had (served in a passionfruit beurre blanc), and a savory ice cream cone. I do not eat meat, so my main course was a wonderfully spiced corn fritter dish inspired by chef's Jamaican roots. Service was polished and professional yet personable, and the meal was perfectly paced. The open kitchen is sleek and modern; definitely sit at the chef's counter, which is spacious. Grey Sweater could easily hold up in any major US city, and honestly, is worth going out of your way for.

Our daughter wanted to treat us to a nicer dining experience in OKC with James Beard award winning Chef Black. We traditionally prefer an Ala Carte menu but was swayed to go despite only having the Pre Fixe options. We ended up all happy that she chose the 7 course option instead of the 10 as the portions were generous and we were filled. There was an interesting selection of courses and of course, some of us loved a particular dish while others didn't. This is why I prefer selecting our own. I really enjoyed the first courses which were creatively prepared veggies and also the seafood. The meat courses were not as enjoyable but I was happy to taste the creative preparation. I never cared for quail and venison so I would not be a good judge of those dishes. A couple of us had the wine pairing and opted for the Premier wines which were pricier than the whole meal but featured excellent paired wines. If you are a wine connoisseur and like the experience of quality and some rare wines I suggest this option however I am sure the Silver and Gild options were excellent as well. We likely would try to silver pairing next time. The $300 price tag is geared for oenophiles. Overall a great experience

Unsurprisingly, this was one of the most exciting and delicious dining experiences I've ever had in Oklahoma City. I am 7 months pregnant and greatly appreciated Grey Sweater not only accommodating my dining restrictions, but also their bartender created some delicious mocktails for me, while the rest of my party enjoyed the wine pairings. I never felt as though my experience was lacking due to my pregnancy dining restrictions. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a unique and interesting experience. I look forward to going back once the menu changes.

Came to celebrate my 30th birthday and was really looking forward to seeing what Grey Sweater had to offer. It's a modern, open and friendly atmosphere . We sat right in front of the chefs preparing our meals. Our server was very welcoming and offered a unique water selection. We were asked what flavors we liked for drinks and the bar created some fun drinks for us. Waitstaff did a tremendous job making us feel welcomed and comfortable. With that said, things started off strong but there were a few glitches. We did appreciate the beautiful plating of the food. However, we kept seeing one of the chef pulling his phone out of his back pocket to text. Which he then continued to start prepping our food without washing his hands. We were APPALLED. We did leave a private message of our experience from open table but got no response. My boyfriend visited 3 times in the past year and said a lot of the menu items were similar to what he had before. One stand out was this savory, creative cone we had as a first course. Food was good but some dishes lacked cohesiveness. We ended up spending over $600 with tip for 2. Im sad to leave a review as this but I really hope they do better

This happens to be a very old post that I've been meaning to review. I'll definitely be back to try their updated menu.Everything about this place screamed fine dining and elegance. Beautiful interior with a private entrance. Amazing cocktails.Service was phenomenal. Best fine dining experience in OKC in my opinion.Had a chance to try out @greysweaterokc* Grilled Cheese* Turnip* Oyster* Savory Ice Cream* Scallop* Tomatoes* Pigeon* Bison* Citrus Sorbet* Creamy Ice Cream

You don't need me to tell you that this place is amazing and so is the food. Came with my husband, did the 7 course menu with the wine pairing and it was *chef kiss*. Absolutely loved it, very fancy, great food.Got suuuuper drunk from the wine pairing which is my only regret. I wish I would have been sober at the end of really enjoy the last two dishes but that's on me! The wine and food were great. Wish some of it was written down to reference while we tasted because it was so flavorful and good, but that's the ambiance. High recommend! The chai ice cream was amazing, my favorite dish was the scallop. Just very very good food all around.

While the food was some of the best I've ever had, the real star is the service and the 'vibe.' The fluidity of the front and back of the house and their friendliness with just the right amount of attention was near perfect. Special shoutout to Angela and Michael for making the night extra special