Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Oklahoma City area by diners
Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Oklahoma City area by diners
Barbecue stands as one of America's most cherished culinary traditions, weaving together a rich tapestry of history, regional diversity, and evolving flavors that resonate with diners from coast to coast. A July 2022 YouGov survey revealed that nearly all Americans (96%) who consume meat enjoy barbecue, underscoring its widespread enduring appeal and cross-cultural significance. Among the 1,000 survey respondents, Texas dominated as the place most often associated with barbecue, but the cuisine's roots expand far beyond the Lone Star State.
American barbecue can be traced back to Indigenous cooking techniques and was further enriched by the influences of enslaved Africans. In the centuries since, it's evolved into a multifaceted culinary art with distinct regional styles: the tangy, vinegar-based sauces and slow-cooked pork of the Carolinas; the tender brisket of Texas with sauce served on the side; the robust, sweet-forward flavors characteristic of Kansas City; and Alabama's signature mayo-based white sauce drizzled over some juicy chicken.
Alongside these classic offerings, innovative interpretations have surged in popularity in recent decades, as multicultural variants such as Korean BBQ, with its marinated cuts and sizzling grill presentations, and Mexican barbacoa, known for its richly spiced, slow-cooked succulence, have carved out their own niche in the competitive barbecue landscape.
Over the years, barbecue has not only mirrored America's evolving palate but has also fostered a spirit of community, as festivals, backyard cookouts, and friendly competitions celebrate the art of smoking and grilling—traditions lovingly passed down from generation to generation.
Nationwide, barbecue restaurants today greet families and friends with the intoxicating aroma of slow-smoked meats served on sturdy metal trays, often covered in rustic butcher paper. And what meal would be complete without those hearty sides? Whether you opt for gooey mac and cheese and smoky collard greens or crumbly cornbread and creamy coleslaw, you can't go wrong.
If you're craving some good 'cue in your neck of the woods, Stacker has you covered with the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Oklahoma City based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "barbecue" within a 10-kilometer radius of Oklahoma City were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.
Keep reading to see where to go when the hunger for all things low-and-slow strikes you!
#29. Dickey's Barbecue Pit
- Rating: 2.9/5 (55 reviews)
- Address: 7800 North May Ave. Ste B Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#28. Pappy's BBQ
- Rating: 2.9/5 (99 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 201 South May Ave. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#27. Cupbop - Korean BBQ in a Cup
- Rating: 3.1/5 (83 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 14220 North Pennsylvania Ave. Ste 1 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp
#26. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.2/5 (252 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2100 West Memorial Road Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#25. Earl's Rib Palace
- Rating: 3.4/5 (74 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5508 West Memorial Road Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: American, Barbecue, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#24. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.4/5 (209 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1109 East I-240 Service Road Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue, Steakhouses, American
- Read more on Yelp
#23. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.5/5 (200 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6200 Southwest 3rd St. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: American, Steakhouses, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Earl's Rib Palace
- Rating: 3.5/5 (127 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4414 West Reno Ave. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue, Burgers, American
- Read more on Yelp
#21. Swadley's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.6/5 (156 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8317 South Western Ave. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: American, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Earl's Rib Palace
- Rating: 3.6/5 (95 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6816 North Western Ave. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue, Burgers, American
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Swadley's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.6/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6905 Se 29th St. Midwest City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#18. LongHorn Steakhouse
- Rating: 3.6/5 (207 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2521 West Memorial Road Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Steakhouses, American, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Swadley's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.6/5 (219 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2233 West Memorial Road Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Jack's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.9/5 (56 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4418 Northwest 39th St. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Swadley's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.9/5 (150 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4000 North Rockwell Bethany, Oklahoma
- Categories: American, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Maple Korean BBQ
- Rating: 3.9/5 (154 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4420 West I 40 Service Road Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 4.0/5 (183 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3437 West Memorial Drive Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Korean House
- Rating: 4.0/5 (152 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4716 Southeast 29th St. Del City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Leo's Barbeque
- Rating: 4.0/5 (273 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3631 North Kelley Ave. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: American, Barbecue, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Clark Crew BBQ
- Rating: 4.1/5 (772 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3510 Northwest Expy Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Hank's
- Rating: 4.1/5 (98 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1228 Northeast 63rd St. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue, Sandwiches, Salad
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Iron Star Urban Barbeque
- Rating: 4.2/5 (629 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3700 North Shartel Ave. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue, Southern, American
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Bedlam BAR-B-Q
- Rating: 4.3/5 (324 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 610 Northeast 50th St. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue, Desserts, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Wow Korean BBQ
- Rating: 4.4/5 (82 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 13801 Quail Pointe Drive Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Soup
- Read more on Yelp
#5. George's Happy Hog Barbeque
- Rating: 4.4/5 (193 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 712 Culbertson Drive Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Edge Craft Barbecue
- Rating: 4.5/5 (102 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1920 Linwood Blvd. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Hawaiian BBQ & Korean Restaurant
- Rating: 4.6/5 (92 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6000 Southeast 15th St. Ok Ko Mart Midwest City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#2. King's BBQ
- Rating: 4.6/5 (281 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2410 North Portland Ave. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Jo-Bawb's BBQ
- Rating: 4.8/5 (147 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7921 Northside Drive Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Cynthia Rebolledo, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 281 metros.
