Midtown is one of the areas I would seriously consider if I wanted to stay close to central Oklahoma City without being directly in Bricktown. It has restaurants, bars, cafés and attractive older buildings while remaining convenient for downtown attractions.
The neighbourhood has changed considerably as historic properties have been restored and new businesses have moved in. The result feels more like a place where locals spend an evening than a district built primarily for visitors.
Good for food and evenings
Midtown works particularly well from late afternoon onwards. You can have dinner, move on for a drink and walk between several places without repeatedly getting into a car.
That walkability is valuable in Oklahoma City, where many otherwise interesting areas are separated by distances that encourage driving.
A useful base for visitors
If you are comparing accommodation areas, Midtown deserves attention. Downtown and Bricktown remain convenient, but Midtown can provide a slightly more neighbourhood-oriented experience while keeping you close to the centre.
It also connects naturally with Automobile Alley and Uptown, making it a good starting point for exploring several central districts in one day.
I would not come to Midtown for one famous landmark. Come because it is comfortable to spend time here. On a multi-day city trip, that can matter more than having another attraction outside your hotel door.