Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · Fine Dining
Florence's Restaurant
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Seventy-four years of food, safety and possibility in northeast Oklahoma City.
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Florence's Restaurant
Oklahoma City · Fine Dining · Verified Sanctuary
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A family-run soul-food landmark founded in 1952 during the Jim Crow and Green Book era, still serving Florence Kemp's country cooking and signature yam-fried chicken.
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A living Route 66-era story of safety, resilience and multigenerational Black hospitality, anchored by a nationally recognized kitchen.
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Press & Recognition
"James Beard America's Classics Award (2022), Oklahoma's first James Beard honor"
"reopened after a major renovation in June 2026."
James Beard America's Classics Award (2022), Oklahoma's first James Beard honor
reopened after a major renovation in June 2026.
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