There's no shortage of chicken fried steak in Oklahoma, but not all of them have a cult following like the chicken fried steak from Clanton's Cafe in Vinita. This beloved eatery has been around since 1927 and is the oldest continually family-owned restaurant along Route 66. It is famous for its chicken fried steak and once you try it you'll understand the hype. Come try the best chicken fried steak in Oklahoma.
Clanton's Cafe is located at 319 E Illinois Street in Vinita, along Route 66. It's an Oklahoma staple that has been feeding hungry locals and travelers for almost a century.
It's the kind of place where everyone is family that enters the doors. It's a no-frills establishment that feels like you're right at home. The locals know all about this place but welcome visitors from afar.
Here, you'll find good ol' comfort food, the most popular dish being the chicken fried steak. It has been featured in many national magazine publications for its amazing chicken fried steak, so don't just take our word for it.
So, what makes the chicken fried steak so special? For starters, it's an 80-year-old recipe that has stood the test of time. It's cooked on a flat iron grill with tenderized beef and is perfectly breaded with a nice crunch.
It's served with an amazing country gravy which you'll also want to try with the homemade biscuits that are to die for.
As you're enjoying your meal, take notice of all the awards, accolades, and pictures that adorn the walls...it's quite impressive.
The pies are all made from scratch so don't try and get out of there without trying one of them. A trip along Route 66 in Oklahoma simply wouldn't be complete without a stop at Clanton's Cafe!
Have you ever been to Clanton's Cafe in Vinita? Did you try the best chicken fried steak in Oklahoma? Let us know about your experience in the comments. For the most current updates, follow along on the Clanton's Cafe Facebook page.
Located near Clanton's Cafe is the coolest gas station in Oklahoma! Read more about why the Will Rogers Archway in Vinita is more than a mere pit stop and is one of the more intriguing places to eat in Oklahoma:
https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/oklahoma/coolest-gas-station-ok/
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