I am definitely returning to this restaurant. The people and waitstaff were really nice and the food was delicious. I will admit, I recently moved to Oklahoma City January 2015 for my new job and am new to everything around here. My partner came into town to visit me and I was a little nervous about our relationship out in Oklahoma after reading on the state laws and everything. I lived in California all my life, and Florida the last four years so a gay relationship was not a big deal. I was a little scared of being turned away at the restaurant when we walked in after hearing so many stories online. I was very surprised that we were very welcomed there and they treated us no differently. Back to the food, everything was delicious though the bread they served us tasted a little old. The antipasti wasn't that great, but my steak was phenomenal and cooked to perfection. I did however regret my choice of meal as the sauce on my steak wasn't my thing. My partner's stroganoff steak was excellent and made me wish I had what he was having instead. The place was a little cramp and only had about 8 tables. The ceiling was also kind of low too so be aware in case you are claustrophobic. I'd compare the ceiling to that of a standard cruise ship cabin. So it's not that low but with the lights dimmed, it gave it a much lower feeling. I'd definitely recommend this place for a date. It's the perfect romantic dinner.
(5)
Esther L.
If this rating was based on service I would give this establishment a five star however the reason for the three stars would ultimately be because of the food. I realize my husband and I may be on the pickie side of the food university but our entree was very salty we just couldn't finish it. I'll start from the beginning. We were seated immediately which was excellent since we had reservations and the atmosphere was fine but I was expecting a more romantic feel. The host brought some sour bread and butter and filled our water. Wine per glass is about $6 and they have their house merlot, Pinot etc. we got the special appetizer which was poached salmon on those toasted bread points which was good. I got the chicken herm something and my husband got the prince something pork. The meat itself was very well cooked but the sauce on top of both was extremely salty. We tried to eat it with the sour bread but ultimately we gave up. We took the pork Togo because I think our waitress figured out we didn't like the food and we honestly was not in the mood to argue. I don't see us coming back to this establishment though. It wasn't a very exciting birthday dinner and usually when it's a special occasion a restaurant usually gives us a small dessert but not this one I guess.
(3)
Lauren T.
First, this restaurant is located in the legitimate "hood"! So, just be careful about that. Second, the property is nice, it was actually set up for a wedding when we were there. There are two or three buildings if I remember correctly, and the restaurant is in one of them. It's an old house ("castle?"), and we were seated upstairs in a cramped room. The room had three dining tables (4 tops I believe), along with a whole bunch of other decorations and side tables and things. It was cramped. It was nice when we were the only couple in there, but then there was another couple that was seated in our room and it was a little awkward because you could hear everything the other people were saying, and vice versa. The food was average, nothing special. We ordered a meat/cheese/vegetable plate to start, and maybe I'm just a cheese plate snob, but it wasn't great. We both ordered steaks with salads and sides, and it also came with dessert, and it was enough food for a 18th century army (probably the one trying to storm the "castle" haha). The service was fine, but you are so isolated it's impossible to hail a server if you need something. In summary, I think there are much better places in OKC for a fun date night:
(2)
Jesse L.
This was a pretty cool spot! The food was great! I am a stickler on my drink getting refilled and it only got refilled once. The other gentleman working kept his tables up, but once mine emptied I did not get another refill for the rest of my visit. The area around the castle falls in kind of rough. I enjoyed our visit for the most part though and am excited to come back! And hopefully to visit more floors! (Today we were in the Cellar which is the general floor)
(4)
Tiffany W.
Great place to dine and to have a wedding (in the event center). The staff and owners are so attentive and organized...everything just flows! The food is amazing, and the waitstaff gives impeccable service! I cannot wait to go back. I love the feel of the "castle", it feels so romantic. Castle Falls is a great little secret in Oklahoma that everyone must try!
(5)
Lyndi Z.
My Grandpa says that smart people change their minds. I agree, but I also think that smart business owners change their style when the original plan is lacking. Castle Falls falls into this group, as I went there a year ago and had a less than pleasant experience, returned last month and was very impressed. The menu is less German, more European now. Great appetizer selection, although the bread they bring is a great start to the meal too. The setting is intimate, quiet, and the grounds make you feel like you've stepped out of the city. I am glad that they lightened up the place, literally, so it doesn't feel dark and solemn. Although my salmon wasn't cooked the way I typically prefer, the flavor was good and the portion was ample. Everyone in my party (3 couples) enjoyed their entrees, and each one I sampled was really good. The price point, wine list, setting, and uniqueness of it all make it a great date place. I am happy to say that the changes Castle Falls have made me change my mind-- guess that makes me smart!
(4)
Brad Z.
I have dined here twice in the past two years, and my latest visit was wonderful. I'm happy to say this because I never thought I'd go here again after my first visit. The first time was very lacking in many regards to say the least, but the owners of this business made some changes and have turned the restaurant around 180 degrees into the right direction. The service this last time was fantastic, and we could not have been happier. The grounds of this quaint little restaurant are very beautiful, and well kept. It looks like a great place for a venue, but I cannot really speak to that, since I have only dined at Castle Falls. The restaurant itself is very romantic, and the food was very good. I did enjoy the food the first time I dined there, but it was overpriced for what I got at that time. Now I can say that it is worth the price, and that I savored every bite on my plate. I had the Jaegar Steak and it was fantastic. The sauce was delicious, and the potatoes were tasty too! I tried some of my friends dishes and they were good as well. I can say that I'm very happy that Castle Falls has made some changes, because it has changed my mind. I now don't cringe at the mention of it's name, and look forward to returning again in the future with my wife!
(4)
Lindsey A.
Update to last review: Our party was invited back in August at the owner's request. I really didn't know what to expect as we went back to Castle Falls. I was a little nervous to check it out again, but BOY, what a difference a year has made! First and foremost, the service was fantastic. Castle Falls also made some great aesthetic improvements to the dining room which better aligned with the experience they're trying to create. The ambiance is very fitting for a romatic date or celebratory dinner for a small group. Last but not least, the menu was much improved. While they still featured a few Germin dishes (which were delicious), they also had many dishes that appealed to the masses. Our group of discriminating palettes throughly enjoyed every piece of the meal from the appetizers to dessert. Everything was well prepared and tasted fresh. It was a night and day experience over our visit from a year ago. If we still lived in the OKC area, my husband and I would be visiting this restaurant more often. Kudos to the owner for her receptivity to feedback, willingness to make the needed improvements and going the extra mile to ensure her customers have a great experience!
(4)
Vanilla P.
We had my sister's wedding at Castle Falls in OKC. Overall, we really liked this place, but had some major panic attack moments that were a direct result of the internal communication problems at Castle Falls. The grounds are lovely for a wedding or private party - landscaping, flowing streams, flowering trellises, large patio areas with cute bistro tables - the works. The event hall is grand, with private rooms for the brides and grooms to get ready, and the restrooms are very clean and well stocked. My only caveat is that you need to outline everything in your rental agreement - we surprisingly encountered a MAJOR renovation just two weeks before our event by chance. The staff failed to mention they were doing this renovation when we booked, and the final result (although very pretty) was not what we had been told. Weddings and events are booked in the mid-day hours and in the evenings, an we were surprised to discover the meal we had ordered had not been prepared... But we happened to have the exact same meal the previous wedding had earlier in the day. Disappointing, and definitely a huge strike against Castle Falls. The wedding coordinator was able to write off the entire bar bill because of their mistake, yet failed to notice the mistake before we had pointed it out. Some where, some how the order we had placed and paid dearly for never made it into the hands of the chefs preparing the meals.... I'm speculating here, but it seems like they were hoping we'd simply eat the previous wedding's leftovers with out a complaint. Don't get me wrong, this venue was lovely and picturesque, but be sure to outline everything clearly in the contracts. Don't get burnt.
(3)
Nina B.
I'd have to agree on the first posting, giving Castle Falls 3 stars. We had reservations and they promptly seated us which was nice. The room we ate in was dimly lit and cozy. Since we went in April, the landscaping probably isn't as nice as it will be later. The place is small. I imagined it would be much larger after looking it up online. Anywho, on to the food. My husband ordered their jaeger chicken with spaetzle and mashed potatoes, and I ordered their chicken marsala with a side salad and their cilantro rice. As an appetizer we ordered the Bavarian pretzels. When the pretzels arrived, they were each cut in half lengthwise and glistening with butter (which I did not mind at all). Their duo dipping sauces were mustard and the cheese soup sauce. The cheesy dip was heavy and I can't imagine it as anything other than a dip. The pretzels disappeared. They were not anything out of this world (kind of like a pretzel from the mall) but we were really hungry. Our food arrived about fifteen minutes later. My husband liked his food, he did not love it. He said it was "OK". The chicken marsala I had was definitely covered in the mushroom sauce. It tasted very fresh, but just okay. The cilantro rice was very buttery and the side salad was tiny. As the room began to fill, our service level died down a bit but our waitress was very cordial. Overall, everything was okay. For the price tag, we expected it to be a little better than okay.
(3)
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Address :820 N MacArthur Blvd
Oklahoma City, OK, 73127
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : No Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Dressy Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes
John N.
I am definitely returning to this restaurant. The people and waitstaff were really nice and the food was delicious. I will admit, I recently moved to Oklahoma City January 2015 for my new job and am new to everything around here. My partner came into town to visit me and I was a little nervous about our relationship out in Oklahoma after reading on the state laws and everything. I lived in California all my life, and Florida the last four years so a gay relationship was not a big deal. I was a little scared of being turned away at the restaurant when we walked in after hearing so many stories online. I was very surprised that we were very welcomed there and they treated us no differently. Back to the food, everything was delicious though the bread they served us tasted a little old. The antipasti wasn't that great, but my steak was phenomenal and cooked to perfection. I did however regret my choice of meal as the sauce on my steak wasn't my thing. My partner's stroganoff steak was excellent and made me wish I had what he was having instead. The place was a little cramp and only had about 8 tables. The ceiling was also kind of low too so be aware in case you are claustrophobic. I'd compare the ceiling to that of a standard cruise ship cabin. So it's not that low but with the lights dimmed, it gave it a much lower feeling. I'd definitely recommend this place for a date. It's the perfect romantic dinner.
(5)Esther L.
If this rating was based on service I would give this establishment a five star however the reason for the three stars would ultimately be because of the food. I realize my husband and I may be on the pickie side of the food university but our entree was very salty we just couldn't finish it. I'll start from the beginning. We were seated immediately which was excellent since we had reservations and the atmosphere was fine but I was expecting a more romantic feel. The host brought some sour bread and butter and filled our water. Wine per glass is about $6 and they have their house merlot, Pinot etc. we got the special appetizer which was poached salmon on those toasted bread points which was good. I got the chicken herm something and my husband got the prince something pork. The meat itself was very well cooked but the sauce on top of both was extremely salty. We tried to eat it with the sour bread but ultimately we gave up. We took the pork Togo because I think our waitress figured out we didn't like the food and we honestly was not in the mood to argue. I don't see us coming back to this establishment though. It wasn't a very exciting birthday dinner and usually when it's a special occasion a restaurant usually gives us a small dessert but not this one I guess.
(3)Lauren T.
First, this restaurant is located in the legitimate "hood"! So, just be careful about that. Second, the property is nice, it was actually set up for a wedding when we were there. There are two or three buildings if I remember correctly, and the restaurant is in one of them. It's an old house ("castle?"), and we were seated upstairs in a cramped room. The room had three dining tables (4 tops I believe), along with a whole bunch of other decorations and side tables and things. It was cramped. It was nice when we were the only couple in there, but then there was another couple that was seated in our room and it was a little awkward because you could hear everything the other people were saying, and vice versa. The food was average, nothing special. We ordered a meat/cheese/vegetable plate to start, and maybe I'm just a cheese plate snob, but it wasn't great. We both ordered steaks with salads and sides, and it also came with dessert, and it was enough food for a 18th century army (probably the one trying to storm the "castle" haha). The service was fine, but you are so isolated it's impossible to hail a server if you need something. In summary, I think there are much better places in OKC for a fun date night:
(2)Jesse L.
This was a pretty cool spot! The food was great! I am a stickler on my drink getting refilled and it only got refilled once. The other gentleman working kept his tables up, but once mine emptied I did not get another refill for the rest of my visit. The area around the castle falls in kind of rough. I enjoyed our visit for the most part though and am excited to come back! And hopefully to visit more floors! (Today we were in the Cellar which is the general floor)
(4)Tiffany W.
Great place to dine and to have a wedding (in the event center). The staff and owners are so attentive and organized...everything just flows! The food is amazing, and the waitstaff gives impeccable service! I cannot wait to go back. I love the feel of the "castle", it feels so romantic. Castle Falls is a great little secret in Oklahoma that everyone must try!
(5)Lyndi Z.
My Grandpa says that smart people change their minds. I agree, but I also think that smart business owners change their style when the original plan is lacking. Castle Falls falls into this group, as I went there a year ago and had a less than pleasant experience, returned last month and was very impressed. The menu is less German, more European now. Great appetizer selection, although the bread they bring is a great start to the meal too. The setting is intimate, quiet, and the grounds make you feel like you've stepped out of the city. I am glad that they lightened up the place, literally, so it doesn't feel dark and solemn. Although my salmon wasn't cooked the way I typically prefer, the flavor was good and the portion was ample. Everyone in my party (3 couples) enjoyed their entrees, and each one I sampled was really good. The price point, wine list, setting, and uniqueness of it all make it a great date place. I am happy to say that the changes Castle Falls have made me change my mind-- guess that makes me smart!
(4)Brad Z.
I have dined here twice in the past two years, and my latest visit was wonderful. I'm happy to say this because I never thought I'd go here again after my first visit. The first time was very lacking in many regards to say the least, but the owners of this business made some changes and have turned the restaurant around 180 degrees into the right direction. The service this last time was fantastic, and we could not have been happier. The grounds of this quaint little restaurant are very beautiful, and well kept. It looks like a great place for a venue, but I cannot really speak to that, since I have only dined at Castle Falls. The restaurant itself is very romantic, and the food was very good. I did enjoy the food the first time I dined there, but it was overpriced for what I got at that time. Now I can say that it is worth the price, and that I savored every bite on my plate. I had the Jaegar Steak and it was fantastic. The sauce was delicious, and the potatoes were tasty too! I tried some of my friends dishes and they were good as well. I can say that I'm very happy that Castle Falls has made some changes, because it has changed my mind. I now don't cringe at the mention of it's name, and look forward to returning again in the future with my wife!
(4)Lindsey A.
Update to last review: Our party was invited back in August at the owner's request. I really didn't know what to expect as we went back to Castle Falls. I was a little nervous to check it out again, but BOY, what a difference a year has made! First and foremost, the service was fantastic. Castle Falls also made some great aesthetic improvements to the dining room which better aligned with the experience they're trying to create. The ambiance is very fitting for a romatic date or celebratory dinner for a small group. Last but not least, the menu was much improved. While they still featured a few Germin dishes (which were delicious), they also had many dishes that appealed to the masses. Our group of discriminating palettes throughly enjoyed every piece of the meal from the appetizers to dessert. Everything was well prepared and tasted fresh. It was a night and day experience over our visit from a year ago. If we still lived in the OKC area, my husband and I would be visiting this restaurant more often. Kudos to the owner for her receptivity to feedback, willingness to make the needed improvements and going the extra mile to ensure her customers have a great experience!
(4)Vanilla P.
We had my sister's wedding at Castle Falls in OKC. Overall, we really liked this place, but had some major panic attack moments that were a direct result of the internal communication problems at Castle Falls. The grounds are lovely for a wedding or private party - landscaping, flowing streams, flowering trellises, large patio areas with cute bistro tables - the works. The event hall is grand, with private rooms for the brides and grooms to get ready, and the restrooms are very clean and well stocked. My only caveat is that you need to outline everything in your rental agreement - we surprisingly encountered a MAJOR renovation just two weeks before our event by chance. The staff failed to mention they were doing this renovation when we booked, and the final result (although very pretty) was not what we had been told. Weddings and events are booked in the mid-day hours and in the evenings, an we were surprised to discover the meal we had ordered had not been prepared... But we happened to have the exact same meal the previous wedding had earlier in the day. Disappointing, and definitely a huge strike against Castle Falls. The wedding coordinator was able to write off the entire bar bill because of their mistake, yet failed to notice the mistake before we had pointed it out. Some where, some how the order we had placed and paid dearly for never made it into the hands of the chefs preparing the meals.... I'm speculating here, but it seems like they were hoping we'd simply eat the previous wedding's leftovers with out a complaint. Don't get me wrong, this venue was lovely and picturesque, but be sure to outline everything clearly in the contracts. Don't get burnt.
(3)Nina B.
I'd have to agree on the first posting, giving Castle Falls 3 stars. We had reservations and they promptly seated us which was nice. The room we ate in was dimly lit and cozy. Since we went in April, the landscaping probably isn't as nice as it will be later. The place is small. I imagined it would be much larger after looking it up online. Anywho, on to the food. My husband ordered their jaeger chicken with spaetzle and mashed potatoes, and I ordered their chicken marsala with a side salad and their cilantro rice. As an appetizer we ordered the Bavarian pretzels. When the pretzels arrived, they were each cut in half lengthwise and glistening with butter (which I did not mind at all). Their duo dipping sauces were mustard and the cheese soup sauce. The cheesy dip was heavy and I can't imagine it as anything other than a dip. The pretzels disappeared. They were not anything out of this world (kind of like a pretzel from the mall) but we were really hungry. Our food arrived about fifteen minutes later. My husband liked his food, he did not love it. He said it was "OK". The chicken marsala I had was definitely covered in the mushroom sauce. It tasted very fresh, but just okay. The cilantro rice was very buttery and the side salad was tiny. As the room began to fill, our service level died down a bit but our waitress was very cordial. Overall, everything was okay. For the price tag, we expected it to be a little better than okay.
(3)