Gabriel Delponte
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An Underwhelming Experience That Leaves More to Be Desired.
Tulsa is known for its vibrant food scene, but Prime, a restaurant that touts a sophisticated atmosphere and a prime location, falls short of expectations. Despite its promising name and trendy appeal, the reality of the dining experience doesn’t quite measure up.
I visited Prime three times, and after each visit, I hoped for improvement—unfortunately, the third time was no different. The first visit was for a dear friend's birthday celebration. With the festive nature of the event, I didn’t pay much attention to the food, but I wasn’t particularly impressed with what we were served. The second time, a friend visiting from Salt Lake City invited me to try Prime while I was showing some of my work in town. Again, the meal didn’t rise to the occasion, and I left feeling disappointed.
The third and final visit, however, cemented my decision to not return. A close friend, who was having a rough day, suggested we dine at Prime. She wanted to go somewhere familiar and comforting, so I agreed. The restaurant was offering a "half-price" promotion, but unfortunately, the discount seemed to come with a corresponding reduction in quality. My friend ordered the risotto, which we had to return due to the overwhelming saltiness that made the dish inedible.
As for my own choice, I opted for a dish that is here in the photos but proved to be lackluster in taste. The seasoning—primarily salt and pepper—was excessive and unbalanced, leaving the entire dish tasting the same. It was a disappointing experience, and I was left wondering why such a place still attracts patrons.
On top of the uninspiring food, the side dishes were no better. When I asked how much the side of fries would cost, as I was considering adding them to another dish, I was told they would be $13 plus tax. For that price, I expected something far superior.
One of the most frustrating aspects of dining at Prime is that, despite its location and reputation, it doesn’t seem to value its customers enough to deliver a consistently good meal. This isn’t just a critique of the food itself, but a call for future diners to be discerning. Tulsa deserves better, and as a food destination, it could certainly benefit from a stronger focus on quality dining.
I felt like I paid for a large side of fries rather than a full meal.
To future customers: You are valuable, so don’t settle for mediocre dining. Demand better, and truly think about what you’re putting in your mouth. If more people did this, perhaps Tulsa could become a true food destination.
As for the Escargot 🐌 don’t wast the time. All taste sauce .