The Best of Edmond, Oklahoma

Located only 13 miles north of downtown Oklahoma City, Edmond is the perfect place for people who work in the city but want a different place to live and raise a family. Families are not only moving to Edmond because of its excellent reputation but also to enjoy its abundant amenities and award-winning school systems.


This growing city was rated the Most Outstanding Community by the State Chamber of Commerce for five years in a row.


Edmond is the sixth largest city in Oklahoma with more than 81,405 residents. Many famous people have called Edmond home, including Olympic gold medalist Shannon Miller and Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook, who owns two Edmond homes.


Whether you plan to move to Edmond, just visiting or are a current resident, this guide will help you find some of the best places to check out in Edmond.


Schools




Edmond is home to our Two Structures Homes neighborhood of Chisholm Creek Farms.  Great schools can be found in both areas.


Chisholm Creek Farms (floor plans available: Addison, Cypress, Landon, McKenzie, and Piedmont.)



  • Elementary School: Washington Irving

  • Middle School: Cheyenne

  • High School: Santa Fe



Edmond Eats


Breakfast and Tea




All About Cha

All About Cha is a wonderful place to grab a cup of tea or a caramel macchiato. If you’d like to sit and study (they have free Wi-Fi) or enjoy a meal, you can order a “passion” sized tea that comes in a personal teapot. With dozens of beverage options, including teas from all over the world, you’ll be hard-pressed not to find something you’ll love here. We love the fresh fruit crepes and breakfast wraps. All About Cha also has a lunch and dinner menu filled with light and fresh options like salads and various wraps.




Inspirations Eatery and Events

Inspirations is a great place to grab some gourmet tea and a homemade scone topped with lemon curd, They have great options for breakfast or brunch, like vegetable quiche or a chicken salad croissant. Be sure to take home some of their house-made flavored olive oil and some of their famous loose leaf tea.


Bakeries




cupcakes to go go

Cupcakes are baked fresh every morning from scratch at cupcakes to go go. All cupcakes are travel-themed, with names like Black Bottom Beach, Bricktown Brookie, and Times Square. Their cream cheese frosting is the most desired frosting choice and  you can get it on three of their everyday flavors: Route 66 Red Velvet, Vanilla Villa and Chocolate Cream Cheese City. They offer 10 “daily stops” (regular flavors) and a rotation of 3 “seasonal destinations” available every day. The seasonal cupcakes are posted weekly on cupcakes to go go’s Facebook page.


Sweet City Cakes & Pastries Bakery

If your little one’s birthday is coming up, Sweet City Bakery will make you the perfect homemade custom cake. They can make a unique cake for any occasion. We all know that kids have good imaginations. Well, if they can think it, then this bakery can make it. This place is ideal for weddings, baby events, graduations and more.  They have gluten-free and sugar-free options, as well as custom orders on cookies, cupcakes and cake pops.


Dinner


Signature Grill

Stop by this beautiful dining spot that’s perfect for date night or a night out. Signature Grill has mouth-watering menu options, from pan-seared duck to crab cakes to Chilean Sea Bass to even more traditional entrees like classic rib-eye steak. Don’t leave without trying their yummy crème brûlée!




The Garage

Not only does The Garage make a mean buffalo burger, they also have weekly specials and events. From a trivia night to karaoke, The Garage is the perfect place to hang out with family and friends. Must-try foods are the Mexicali Dog, bison burger, and fish tacos.


Drinks




The Patriarch

This remodeled three-story house originally built in 1903 is a great place for adults to hang out. The All-American Craft Beer House has 48 craft beers and wine on tap. They also have a great backyard lawn with a small stage for live music and space to play games like corn hole and ping pong. Dogs are welcome to their large outdoor area as well. If you need low-key, relaxing night out in Edmond, this is the best places do it.




The Martini Lounge at the Boulevard Steakhouse

If you’re into a little more upscale atmosphere, be sure to check out The Martini Lounge at the Boulevard Steakhouse on South Boulevard. On Thursdays and Fridays, you can snag free appetizers from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at their Happy Hour. They also have live music every Friday and Saturday from 8:30 p.m. t0 midnight.




Clauren Ridge Vineyard and Winery

Did you know Edmond has its own winery and vineyard? People often think to look at Clauren Ridge Vineyard and Winery as a wedding venue, but it may be a little-known fact that they also have special events and meal tasting specials. Clauren Ridge also has monthly themed parties. They have everything from Harry Potter dinners to Titanic-themed five-course meals.


Edmond Attractions




Armstrong Auditorium

Edmond hosts a professional concert hall where some of the best performers from around the world visit. Armstrong Auditorium performances include everything from the Vienna Boys Choir to the Russian Ballet.


Clue Quest

Do you like a challenge? Clue Quest is the place to get it. Go with your friends and family to help you figure out how to escape. If you liked the reality TV show “Whodunnit?” or the board game Clue, you’ll love this place. Rent one of their escape rooms to start unlocking the hidden mysteries and applying your survival skills.




Elevation Trampoline Park

If you have little jumping jelly beans for children, they’ll love to get their energy out at this trampoline park. Elevation Trampoline Parks also has sports to play, like 3D volleyball, dodgeball and dunk ball (a form of basketball).




UCO Jazz Lab

The UCO Jazz Lab is styled as if you’re down in New Orleans.  If you’re an aspiring musician, you can always look into using their on-site music studio. The club is a perfect place to unwind and enjoy fresh Oklahoma talent.




Coffee Creek Golf Course

Rated by Golf Digest as one of Oklahoma’s top ten courses, Coffee Creek Golf Course offers beautiful scenery and a par 70 layout, which accommodates all levels of play.


 


Pelican Bay Aquatic Center

We all know how hot Oklahoma summers can get. Luckily, Edmond has Pelican Bay, a great place to cool off every now and then. Pelican Bay has plenty for the children to do while you relax in the sun; from the water slides to splash pads, this water park is the perfect way to spend a weekend afternoon.




Paint Your Art Out

What better way to spend time with friends and family than to expand your art skills? Even if you’re not an artist, Paint Your Art Out has professional teachers who help everyone in each class learn to paint. One of their most popular classes is “Pop Art Your Pet,” where you can paint a portrait of your furbaby.


Edmond Events



Heard on Hurd

Experience the best of Edmond at Heard on Hurd where food trucks, pop-up shops, local shops and live music are available. Citizens Bank of Edmond hosts Heard on Hurd from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturdays in March through October.


As you can see, Edmond has much to offer residents and visitors. If you’re looking to move to Edmond and you have questions, give us a call today!