Located in
Historic Stockyards City.
Complete Guide to Cattlemens Famous Lamb Fries
When visiting Cattlemen’s Steakhouse in Stockyard City, you may have seen a peculiar menu item that you don’t see on most menus - our famous lamb fries. Despite what the name might tell you, these are not just slices of fried lamb meat; instead, they are fried lamb testicles! This bold and frankly unique entree has been a signature dish at Cattlemen’s for many years. Lamb fries originate from old western and ranching lifestyles and have been offered at Cattlemen’s for about as long as we’ve been around.
This delicacy offers a unique flavor and texture that draws people from all over to our establishment. Today, we’ll be providing you with a complete guide to our famous lamb fries, from preparation and presentation to customer reactions to this unique dish!
The Lamb Fries Delicacy: Preparation and Taste
Our Cattlemen’s lamb fries are prepared to leave you with an experience you will never forget. We ensure the highest quality lamb fries by sourcing them directly from Iceland. Once they arrive, we clean them up, slice them thin, and give them a generous coat of breading. Once deep-fried until golden brown, we prepare this dish with a cocktail sauce and a lemon wedge. The result is a unique flavor and texture that you must try to fully appreciate. It’s uniquely earthy with hints of richness that will often surprise first-time guests. This dish is served as an entree for just $16.75. If you’re too afraid to try this as your entire meal, be sure to order this as a shareable so all your friends and family can try this unique Cattlemen’s dish. 
The Rite of Passage and Cultural Appeal
Now, you may be wondering - why on earth would anyone dare try an unusual and odd dish? At Cattlemen's, lamb fries are more than just trying a unique meal; they are a rite of passage intended to connect diners with Oklahoma's cowboy roots. For over a century, our crispy-friend lamb testicles have sparked interest and curiosity from all over, with locals often recommending this as the "you have to try this" dish. Professional foodies and publications seek this dish out for its authenticity and novelty. At Cattlemem's Steakhouse in the heart of Stockyard City, our lamb fries stand as a symbol of our Cowboy roots, keeping us grounded while giving our diners a meal they'll remember for the rest of their lives.
Celebrity Reactions and Popularity
Let's take a look at who has tried our iconic lamb fires and what they have to say. Well, we've had our fair share of celebrities who have contributed to this dish's national exposure, such as Guy Fieri from Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, and Adam Richman with Man v. Food. Most recently, while filming Tulsa King, the legend Sylvester Stallone himself stopped by to try our lamb fries, seeming to give a mix of surprise and approval while taking his first bite!
Surprise seems to be the common theme with our historic lamb fries, as people tend to be caught off guard by the rich flavor and crispy texture these deep-fried testicles offer. There seems to be quite a social media around our signature dish, as curious diners and food bloggers flock to Cattlemen's to document their first bite of our lamb fries, contributing to its reputation as a dish as bold and iconic as the steakhouse that serves it.
Come Grab Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner at Cattlemen’s Steakhouse OKC!
If you’re craving a hearty, no-nonsense breakfast that’ll stick to your ribs, a juicy burger, and our signature mac-and-cheese, or a Hall of Fame Steak Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, OKC is the place to be.
From juicy steak and eggs to homemade biscuits and gravy, you won’t leave hungry, that’s a promise.
Cattlemen’s has been an Oklahoma City staple for over a century, and folks can’t stop raving about it. With 4.6 stars on Google from over 10,000 reviews, it’s clear that people love the food, the service, and the down-home atmosphere.
So why not see what all the fuss is about?
Address: 1309 S Agnew Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73108
Call us at: (405) 236-0416 (ps call ahead and save a seat, we’d hate for you to have to wait in the long line)
Breakfast Hours: Monday–Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:30 AM, Saturday & Sunday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM
âââââ Rated 4.6 stars on Google – Over a century of great food and great service!
So what are you waiting for? Swing by Cattlemen’s for breakfast and taste a true Oklahoma tradition!
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