Welcome to Mesta Park/Heritage Hills
Mesta Park and Heritage Hills provide spacious, beautiful historic homes. Many of these older abodes come adorned with grand wrap-around porches and sit just minutes away from the downtown shopping and dining possibilities of Oklahoma City. With such an urban atmosphere downtown paired with a peaceful setting in the neighborhoods, you get the best of both worlds.
What to Love
- Historic homes
- Combination of tranquility and urban amenities
- Close proximity to shops and dining destinations
- Home to several notable parks
Local Lifestyle
The state of Oklahoma runs a Historic Preservation District, which Mesta Park and Heritage Hills are part of. They're also listed in the Historic Neighborhoods Security Association. Being less than a mile from Oklahoma City, residents often spend time walking to their favorite dining and shopping spots. Entertainment choices, fitness centers, and additional businesses reside in the economic heart of the city.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Harvey Bakery & Kitchen is located right within Heritage Hills. This favored establishment is an ideal breakfast spot. You can enjoy a breakfast protein bowl, sunrise B.L.T., or granola and yogurt. They also serve lunch, with salads, soups, and sandwiches on the menu.
Neighborhood JAM is another popular spot. Get a basic breakfast like the egg scramble or burrito, or choose something entirely unique. Their pineapple bourbon cakes and looney cakes made with carrot cake batter are crowd favorites.
Cafe Antigua is a solid choice for Guatemalan cuisine. Feast on tostadas, chilaquiles, carne asada, and flautas. For a similar fare, head over to Big Truck Tacos.
Cheever's Cafe is an excellent spot for both Southern and Southwestern cuisine and cocktails. This elegant bistro serves foods like roasted chicken and pepper jack strudel, snickerdoodle French toast, cowboy-rubbed salmon salad, chicken fried steak, and chicken tortilla soup.
Pho Lien Hoa offers Vietnamese specialties. It's a cash-only spot that comes highly rated.
Things to Do
(**NOTE TO EDITORS: I left out the children's center because it was just a Sunday school daycare, and it was poorly rated.)
Several parks make up the area to provide outdoor recreational opportunities for all. Winans Park is a quiet spot while Alice Harn Park is located near the Oklahoma Hall of Fame.
The Hall of Fame is a history museum that is home to many interactive exhibits. Perle Mesta Park has a lot more amenities to offer, such as its playground and gazebo. It's also the site for many gatherings and town events.
The Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center is a spacious venue nearby, providing static and rotating exhibits. There is also a retail space on site where you can purchase art pieces and crafted items. The facility is open daily except for Tuesdays. It typically operates between 11 am and 6 pm.
Schools
Schools in the area focus on college preparation and advanced studies.
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Wilson Elementary Arts Integration School, Pre-K-5th Grade
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Dove Science Academy, Grades 6-8
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Classen School of Advanced Studies, Grades 6-12
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Harding Charter Preparatory High School, Grades 9-12
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Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, Grades 11-12
