Jenks, OK

Located along the Arkansas River, the locally owned Waterfront Grill features an assortment of fresh fish, sushi, and beef. Guests can watch the chefs prepare each meal in the open kitchen or sit on the open patio with a riverfront view. Sunday brunch includes an omelet station, Bloody Mary bar, and live jazz music.

For the last 50 years, Jenks Restaurant and Amazing Clocks has served locals and visitors who come for home-style food, southern charm, and antique shopping. It is a classic diner filled with good food, friendly people, and chiming clocks, most of which are for sale. The whole family will enjoy viewing the eclectic assortment of clocks and playing a round of cards while waiting on their food.

For a late night treat, locals prefer George’s Pub for it classic pub food, patio seating, and relaxed low-key atmosphere. George’s is known for being opening and welcoming to everyone, even pets are welcome in the patio area.

Jenks is home to many free unique festivals for the whole family. Each spring, the Jenks Garden Club hosts the Herb N Plant Festival, which brings thousands of people into the area. This outstanding event has something for everyone and includes booths with herbs, plants, garden décor and more. Vendors feature Oklahoma wines, jewelry, and crafts for adults, and bounce houses and face painting for children. You can enjoy sweet and savory treats while listening to live bluegrass and jazz. Professional gardeners and herbalists are on hand to answer any questions and help guests find the perfect plant. This free event is part street party, part garden club, and fun for the entire family.

Freedom Fest and Sooner Boomfest are the highlight of the summer for many in the Tulsa area. The all-day independence celebration in Jenks ends with Tulsa’s largest fireworks display. The Los Cabos Restaurant sponsors the event and features live music, family-friendly activities, a window decorating contest on Main Street, and a large selection of food and beverage choices until sundown. People from all over the Tulsa area come to celebrate their nation’s independence.

In the fall, you can attend Art on Main. This festival features Oklahoma artists from across the state, local wineries, and musicians. The festival celebrates Oklahoma art in all forms: oil, acrylic, ceramics, carvings, photography, and more. Attendees can enjoy viewing the wide array of art, food trucks, wine tasting, and live music. There is even a kid zone with inflatable obstacle courses and sidewalk chalk art. Blues and jazz favorites from northeast Oklahoma make Art on Main an event you don’t want to miss!

People from across the country visit the Historic Downtown of Jenks to search for hidden treasures in its many antique stores. The adventure starts when you browse the eclectic collections of antique and vintage furniture, art, dishes, decorations, jewelry, coins, and so much more. A favorite spot for many is the River City Trading Post, which is a family-owned business with more than 300 independent dealers. If you are looking for authentic American antique furniture, American Heritage Antiques is the place. The store is known for turn-of-the-century wood pieces made in the United States; however, it also sells a wide array of Native American and western goods.

The Riverwalk Crossing is the premier shopping center in Jenks and part of the Tulsa Riverwalk District. The Muscogee Creek Nation owns the facility and houses shops, restaurants, dancing fountains, riverside views, and an outdoor amphitheater. It is a great place to do some shopping, grab a bite to eat, or spend the afternoon. You can attend a series of free concerts in the amphitheater featuring local favorites from all over Oklahoma. Bicycle and walking paths make the Riverwalk District a wonderful way to enjoy the Arkansas River.