Family Life: TulsaKids’ Family Favorites
When it comes to the everyday busy-ness of life — or major decisions like a new car purchase — these reader-voted businesses make things easier for families.
Favorite Family-Friendly Gym
YMCA of Greater Tulsa
With 15 Tulsa-area locations, the YMCA of Greater Tulsa is so much more than a place to hit your fitness goals. Beyond group fitness classes and personal training, the YMCA offers youth and adult sports programs, childcare, community health initiatives, summer camps and much more.
Finalists: Life Time Fitness; Health Zone at Saint Francis
Favorite Salon
Kuts 4 Kids by Mr. Will
Some kids approach haircuts with trepidation — but Kuts 4 Kids by Mr. Will makes the process painless and fun! Mr. Will’s youngest clients can sit in chairs styled to look like planes and automobiles while they get their hair trimmed. And long-time fans may be glad to know that the business now offers adult cuts and beard services.
Finalists: Chloe’s A Salon for Children; Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids
Favorite Car Dealership
Bill Knight Ford
Whether you’re looking for a new family vehicle, a work truck or something sporty like the classic Ford Mustang, Bill Knight Ford offers a wide selection of new and used vehicles along with on-site service and maintenance.
Finalists: Jim Norton Toyota; Nelson Nissan
Photo courtesy YMCA of Greater Tulsa
Favorite Childcare Service
YMCA of Greater Tulsa – Play & Learn
It can be hard for parents to find time to work out, but the YMCA of Greater Tulsa’s Play & Learn program greatly reduces barriers for busy families, as members can enjoy up to two hours of supervised care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old when they work out.
Finalists: The Nanny Connection & Co.; E-Nanny
Favorite Date Night Restaurant
Bull in the Alley
Bull In The Alley’s air of mystery starts with a visit to its website, where you’ll find a phone number for reservations but little else. This speakeasy-styled steak house invites guests to enter through a nondescript alleyway door in downtown Tulsa, hiding the luxurious restaurant beyond. According to reviews, standout menu items include the porterhouse steak, hand-cut bacon and wedge salad. Leave room for dessert!
Finalists: Mahogany Prime Steakhouse; Mondo’s Ristorante Italian
Favorite Place for a Girl’s Night Out
Pinot’s Palette
Pinot’s Palette invites you to create memories — along with a hand-painted, tangible souvenir to take home. While Pinot’s Palette was voted Favorite Place for a Girls’ Night Out — and does host frequent Ladies Nights — it also offers private parties for kids and adults, family painting and date night events, and even art camps.
Finalists: Waters Edge Winery & Bistro; Vintage Wine Bar
Favorite Brew Pub/Brewery
Nothing’s Left Brewing Co.
Nothing’s Left Brewing Co. brings an air of playfulness to its menu, with creative concoctions like beer slushies and alcoholic soft serve in addition to high-quality beer like the Luchador Lunch (a Mexican lager) and the Strawberry Blonde wheat beer.
Finalists: Cabin Boys Brewery; American Solera
Favorite Bank/Credit Union
TTCU Federal Credit Union
Originally founded as Tulsa Teachers Credit Union in 1934, TTCU Federal Credit Union was created to help educators during the Great Depression. Today, the not-for-profit financial institution serves more than 153,000 members while continuing its commitment to the community.
Finalists: Bank of Oklahoma; Arvest
Favorite Law Firm
Driskell Law Firm
Founded by Courtney Driskell, Driskell Law Firm specializes in family law and juvenile deprived cases, helping children and caregivers navigate difficult circumstances. Inspired by her volunteer work with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children), Driskell attended law school as a single mother working full time and continues to support local families through Tulsa Lawyers for Children.
Finalists: Barrow and Grimm; The Price Law Firm
Favorite Dry Cleaning Service
Yale Cleaners
Yale Cleaners is a third- and fourth-generation family business established in 1944. With an “in-by-12, out-by-5” same-day service guarantee, Yale makes things easy for customers by offering drive-thru dry cleaning, a 24-hour drop box, a transparent pricing list and more.
Finalists: Brookside Cleaners; Fox Cleaners
Photo courtesy Southwood
Favorite Plant Nursery
Southwood Landscape and Garden Center
When it’s time to beautify their yard or brighten up their garden, Tulsa families turn to Southwood Landscape & Garden Center. Plus, you’ll find an impressive variety of home décor and even apparel as well. Follow Southwood on social media so you stay in-the-know about special seasonal events, like the recent Pollinator Festival.
Finalists: A New Leaf; Sanders Nursery
