First timers from Ardmore OK. Rebecca was the best bartender I’ve had in a long time. Very attentive and knowledgeable. Hands down the best we’ve had!
Greg Lathbury
Great variety of beer. Beers change frequently.
Morgan Huften
My husband and I temporarily moved to OKC and pretty much immediately stumbled upon The Big Friendly. In the 2 months we’ve lived here, we’ve visited TBF 5 separate times so I feel this is a fair evaluation.
The beer - excellent. Rotating taps, not so quickly that you can’t get another taste of a beer you enjoy, but quick enough that it’s worth a bi-weekly return.
The staff - friendly (I’d hope, by the name).
The environment- inside is very cool, plants, wood, modern. Outside has picnic tables (some shaded) but they’re kind of gross and could really use a good wipe down. They’re always covered in dirt/dust. Outside also has TVs for game days.
Uncategorized: food can be brought in from elsewhere, but the taco and pizza place in this plaza are the most popular. Dogs are welcome outside. They have some wines if you’re not into beer. Kid friendly.
The big issue with this place (and the reason I dock a star) is because the bartenders are SO. DAMN. SLOW. The line will be out the door and it’s like they’re pouring taps of molasses. This isn’t a one-off issue, this is an every time we visit issue.
Overall, definitely recommend a visit (and a repeat visit), but maybe grab 2 beers at a time if you’re planning on a refill!
Fr. John Paul Lewis
This is easily the best brewery in OKC, if not the country! It doesn’t really matter what I order here, because all of their beers are top notch.
The atmosphere is really chill, with lots of good natural light and music at just the right volume to set a tone without overpowering conversation. They also have a spacious and relaxing patio if you want to hang out outdoors.
Family friendly and lots of great community in the area make for the perfect place to enjoy a beer with friends!
They also have an awesome membership program! I wish I could give it 6 stars.
Shady Hellman
The Big Friendly may be small in size, but it definitely lives up to its name! We took a little drive around the charming neighborhood before stopping in for a drink, and we’re so glad we did. The vibe is welcoming, the beer selection is great, and the atmosphere is just right for both adults and kids.
I tried the Blackberry Blossom and it quickly became a new favorite—delicious and refreshing! The space itself is cozy but offers both indoor and outdoor seating, which gave us the flexibility to find the perfect spot to relax.
One of my favorite features was the sweet little room under the stairs filled with kids' books—it’s such a thoughtful touch for families. They also had fun branded merch, including hats and even some items for kids (perfect for beer-loving parents looking for a souvenir). Plus, we scored a few free stickers to add to our growing collection!
We also enjoyed the pizza place right next door and loved that there’s a playground just outside—it made for the perfect, low-key afternoon with something for everyone.
If you're in the area, The Big Friendly is absolutely worth a visit. Great beer, good vibes, and a spot the whole family can enjoy!
Jeremy Davidson
Amazing craft beers in very fun styles. Excellent vibes. Great patio. Friendly staff. Across the street from Taco Nation. The spot.
Joseph Laflen
The beer was AMAZING!! Location was gorgeous! Customer service was mediocre at best. Only thing about The Big Friendly that kept this experience from being a 5/5.
はし藤本店若旦那上中康成（chopsticks Young master）
I was surprised. You can taste the best beer. The cherry beer was particularly interesting. It was great and went well with the food.
Amellis Peart
Went for a group happy hour. The area/neighborhood is really cute, the service was good and quick. I loved how each glass was cleaned after each pour, keeping my hands clean.
The time of day we went was not crowded, so it was nice to relax and talk. I had the "difficult fun" munich beer and it tasted like I was back in Germany.
Just for that beer and the ambiance I would go back. They have really nice hats and shirts for purchase and you can go across the street to Taco Nation to get food too. Last but not least, I loved all the plants they have growing.
HyeWon Im
Good vibe with good beers. Ipas are so good here. The frequency of expansion is my current favorite!
Awesome brewery in Oklahoma City. Plenty of delicious in-house brews available. Staff were friendly and very knowledgeable of their stuff. Lots of seating available inside, outside, and upstairs. Located in the middle of an area with plenty to do and visit before or after. There’s plenty of parking available in a lot near by or on the street. I will definitely be visiting again whenever I can and recommend it to others in the area.
Linda Lancaster Meeks
Happened upon The Big Friendly today for the first time. Beautiful. Great atmosphere. Really good beer. What a happy surprise!
Nick Gerlich
I have been to The Big Friendly a couple of times on previous visits to OKC, but had never written a review. Our recent visit prompted me to spread the news: This is an excellent place for beer and camaraderie!
We arrived at about 4:00 on a broiling hot Saturday afternoon. At first it was not busy, but patrons started trickling in, and by the time we left at 5:00, the place was packed. It was time to vacate our booth to make room for recent arrivals.
My wife, a non-beer drinker, went with a glass of Chardonnay, which I had refilled for her before it was all over. I, on the other hand, wanted to drink around. And while The Big Friendly does not have a flight offering on their menu, I quickly discovered you can build your own by just ordering a bunch of 6-ounce pours.
So I did, diving deep into their IPA category. While the resulting liquid volume (24 ounces) may have been more than what a standard flight would be, it was really only the equivalent of two cans of beer. Plus, I got to sample four beers that were not available on my previous visits.
I went with To The Woods (IPA; 7.1% ABV), Staring Into Oblivion (NEIPA; 6.1% ABV), Thank You (Pale Ale; 5% ABV), and Dandy (IPA; 6.6% ABV). Each of these would merit at least one more pint, but since we still had roughly four hours back to Amarillo, that was out of the question. Still, each one of these is a very approachable ale that will not cause you to wonder why you ordered it. There’s just the right amount of happiness, but not too much.
As for food, I went across the street to Taco Nation to retrieve comestibles. But that’s a separate review (and a good one!). Meanwhile, The Big Friendly is certainly in the Top 5 of all OKC area breweries. Sit. Stay. Drink.
Meghin
We went for a food pop up, and had some beer while we waited. It was busy, and there was only one person working the taps so there was a line. The beer was tasty and the space was beautiful except it felt like a parent meet up at a park. Lots of unattended children running around the brewery and outside are while parents in expensive athleisure gear drank and sat at the tables.
Maybe if you're a parent who wants to drink it's the space for you but it's not our scene. Highly recommend their beer, but we'll be taking it to go from now on.
Victor S
Nice little gem tucked away in the wheeler district! We stopped by the other week and had a great experience and drinks here. Staff was super friendly and patient (as we took a while to settle on our drinks). Come check them out!
First timers from Ardmore OK. Rebecca was the best bartender I’ve had in a long time. Very attentive and knowledgeable. Hands down the best we’ve had!
Great variety of beer. Beers change frequently.
My husband and I temporarily moved to OKC and pretty much immediately stumbled upon The Big Friendly. In the 2 months we’ve lived here, we’ve visited TBF 5 separate times so I feel this is a fair evaluation.
The beer - excellent. Rotating taps, not so quickly that you can’t get another taste of a beer you enjoy, but quick enough that it’s worth a bi-weekly return.
The staff - friendly (I’d hope, by the name).
The environment- inside is very cool, plants, wood, modern. Outside has picnic tables (some shaded) but they’re kind of gross and could really use a good wipe down. They’re always covered in dirt/dust. Outside also has TVs for game days.
Uncategorized: food can be brought in from elsewhere, but the taco and pizza place in this plaza are the most popular. Dogs are welcome outside. They have some wines if you’re not into beer. Kid friendly.
The big issue with this place (and the reason I dock a star) is because the bartenders are SO. DAMN. SLOW. The line will be out the door and it’s like they’re pouring taps of molasses. This isn’t a one-off issue, this is an every time we visit issue.
Overall, definitely recommend a visit (and a repeat visit), but maybe grab 2 beers at a time if you’re planning on a refill!
This is easily the best brewery in OKC, if not the country! It doesn’t really matter what I order here, because all of their beers are top notch.
The atmosphere is really chill, with lots of good natural light and music at just the right volume to set a tone without overpowering conversation. They also have a spacious and relaxing patio if you want to hang out outdoors.
Family friendly and lots of great community in the area make for the perfect place to enjoy a beer with friends!
They also have an awesome membership program! I wish I could give it 6 stars.
The Big Friendly may be small in size, but it definitely lives up to its name! We took a little drive around the charming neighborhood before stopping in for a drink, and we’re so glad we did. The vibe is welcoming, the beer selection is great, and the atmosphere is just right for both adults and kids. I tried the Blackberry Blossom and it quickly became a new favorite—delicious and refreshing! The space itself is cozy but offers both indoor and outdoor seating, which gave us the flexibility to find the perfect spot to relax. One of my favorite features was the sweet little room under the stairs filled with kids' books—it’s such a thoughtful touch for families. They also had fun branded merch, including hats and even some items for kids (perfect for beer-loving parents looking for a souvenir). Plus, we scored a few free stickers to add to our growing collection! We also enjoyed the pizza place right next door and loved that there’s a playground just outside—it made for the perfect, low-key afternoon with something for everyone. If you're in the area, The Big Friendly is absolutely worth a visit. Great beer, good vibes, and a spot the whole family can enjoy!
Amazing craft beers in very fun styles. Excellent vibes. Great patio. Friendly staff. Across the street from Taco Nation. The spot.
The beer was AMAZING!! Location was gorgeous! Customer service was mediocre at best. Only thing about The Big Friendly that kept this experience from being a 5/5.
I was surprised. You can taste the best beer.
The cherry beer was particularly interesting.
It was great and went well with the food.
Went for a group happy hour. The area/neighborhood is really cute, the service was good and quick. I loved how each glass was cleaned after each pour, keeping my hands clean.
The time of day we went was not crowded, so it was nice to relax and talk. I had the "difficult fun" munich beer and it tasted like I was back in Germany.
Just for that beer and the ambiance I would go back. They have really nice hats and shirts for purchase and you can go across the street to Taco Nation to get food too. Last but not least, I loved all the plants they have growing.
Good vibe with good beers. Ipas are so good here. The frequency of expansion is my current favorite!
Restaurantji Recommends
Awesome brewery in Oklahoma City. Plenty of delicious in-house brews available. Staff were friendly and very knowledgeable of their stuff. Lots of seating available inside, outside, and upstairs. Located in the middle of an area with plenty to do and visit before or after. There’s plenty of parking available in a lot near by or on the street. I will definitely be visiting again whenever I can and recommend it to others in the area.
Happened upon The Big Friendly today for the first time. Beautiful. Great atmosphere. Really good beer. What a happy surprise!
I have been to The Big Friendly a couple of times on previous visits to OKC, but had never written a review. Our recent visit prompted me to spread the news: This is an excellent place for beer and camaraderie!
We arrived at about 4:00 on a broiling hot Saturday afternoon. At first it was not busy, but patrons started trickling in, and by the time we left at 5:00, the place was packed. It was time to vacate our booth to make room for recent arrivals.
My wife, a non-beer drinker, went with a glass of Chardonnay, which I had refilled for her before it was all over. I, on the other hand, wanted to drink around. And while The Big Friendly does not have a flight offering on their menu, I quickly discovered you can build your own by just ordering a bunch of 6-ounce pours.
So I did, diving deep into their IPA category. While the resulting liquid volume (24 ounces) may have been more than what a standard flight would be, it was really only the equivalent of two cans of beer. Plus, I got to sample four beers that were not available on my previous visits.
I went with To The Woods (IPA; 7.1% ABV), Staring Into Oblivion (NEIPA; 6.1% ABV), Thank You (Pale Ale; 5% ABV), and Dandy (IPA; 6.6% ABV). Each of these would merit at least one more pint, but since we still had roughly four hours back to Amarillo, that was out of the question. Still, each one of these is a very approachable ale that will not cause you to wonder why you ordered it. There’s just the right amount of happiness, but not too much.
As for food, I went across the street to Taco Nation to retrieve comestibles. But that’s a separate review (and a good one!). Meanwhile, The Big Friendly is certainly in the Top 5 of all OKC area breweries. Sit. Stay. Drink.
We went for a food pop up, and had some beer while we waited. It was busy, and there was only one person working the taps so there was a line. The beer was tasty and the space was beautiful except it felt like a parent meet up at a park. Lots of unattended children running around the brewery and outside are while parents in expensive athleisure gear drank and sat at the tables.
Maybe if you're a parent who wants to drink it's the space for you but it's not our scene. Highly recommend their beer, but we'll be taking it to go from now on.
Nice little gem tucked away in the wheeler district! We stopped by the other week and had a great experience and drinks here. Staff was super friendly and patient (as we took a while to settle on our drinks). Come check them out!
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