Nestled in between the Kiamichi and Winding Stair Mountains is the little village town of Talihina – the gateway city to the Talimena Scenic Drive. This quaint town is the perfect destination city, full of charming places to visit including an incredible mouthwatering destination restaurant – The Rock House. So if you’re up for a small town adventure with big views, amazing fare and romantic cottages, then Talihina is the perfect place to go.
Talihina is known as Oklahoma’s last frontier and is surrounded by lakes, rivers, mountains and sweeping views. Get ready to fall in love with this little gem.
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The charming town is home to shopping, dining, and small town entertainment events.
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As a gateway city to the breathtaking Talimena Scenic Drive, you can take easily take the 54-mile drive to see Oklahoma like you’ve never seen it before.
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The town is full of charming bed and breakfasts and cottages if you wish to spend the weekend away. It is truly a romantic destination town.
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Of course, you will want to dine at the mouthwatering Rock House while in town.
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It’s a unique rock house that has been converted into a restaurant on over 280 acres of rural land.
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It’s the perfect combination of rustic and elegant to give you the ultimate dining experience.
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On special nights you can order a cheese board and pair it with your favorite wine.
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And the appetizers are all incredible including this Tomato Caprese - local farm fresh tomatoes with fresh mozzarella, fresh basil and a balsamic dressing.
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The Rock House is famous for their aged, hand-carved Angus steaks.
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You will also enjoy the house made rolls, pastas, seafood and salads, and with a view of the surrounding mountains from every table, your meal will be epic.
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Horses graze all around the property and can be seen from inside the restaurant.
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Now you see why customers say they will “travel the distance” to visit The Rock House and the charming town of Talihina.
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Autumn is the best time of year to visit the town of Talihina, so plan your visit now!
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The Rock House is located at 52060 Blackjack Ridge Drive, Talihina, OK 74571. Hours of Operation: Thursday – Sunday 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
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