Elmer's BBQ - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Jessica W.

Located on a great street to shop, have a drink, and then enjoy some barbecue. The owner was on site, friendly, and impressionable. Warm friendly smile and also prepared the food.
The potato salad was mashed-like, which was new to me. Salmon was flavorful and a bit dry. (Maybe the smoking does that) Make sure to purchase some bbq sauce to take home, great flavor, and 3 options to choose from.
Decor was entertaining and full of history.

Will K.

Great atmosphere; lots of posters of great soul, jazz and blues artists, particularly of B.B. King. Lots of rib options, more than anywhere else I've seen.

All the stuff you'd expect to find on the menu, the only exception is no smoked turkey, but smoked salmon on the menu; that's unique.

Smoked sausage was delicious, a cut above; the rest of the meats were good but pretty on par with most BBQ places.

I didn't like the potato salad, which was made with mashed potatoes. Baked beans tasted like they came out of a can.

Next time I go back I'll order more of the smoked sausage, and I'd like to try the hot links as well.

Darian U.

Food was amazing. Best ribs my husband and I have ever had. We got the Nelson Platter and it was perfect. A little bit of everything and everything was tender and cooked perfectly. Highly recommended if you want that Southern BBQ taste.

NJ P.

Like coming back home — if home is phenomenal bbq and gracious service overflowing with authenticity. Bo Diddley on the box mixes with a Smokey-sweet fragrance we all know from the great bbq spots. We adore the quality of the food and the attentiveness of the owner and staff made us all smile. And we’re not a group that smiles easily. First rate food and southern hospitality makes us want to be a guest in Elmer’s home whenever we visit Tulsa. Nicely done, Elmer’s!

Beachy T.

My favorite BBQ restaurant is open again! Sadly, they closed at the height of the COVID pandemic. I was afraid I would never get to eat their incredible food again. I was so happy when I learned they were open in a new location a little further down Peoria. They actually opened back in January but somehow I didn't know it until now.

Same friendly folks and fortunately, the same amazing food! This is THE barbeque place that I judge all others against. The owner, Keith, said, "Good barbeque makes you happy." Well, I was very happy today! The ribs are my favorite menu item but, over the years, I have had most everything on the menu and it's all good. Pulled pork, beef, chicken, sausage, hot links, you name it, it's good. It's so good that there is no need to use sauce but their sauces are awesome and must be sampled. They have a spice I can't identify that gives them that signature Elmer's taste.

The new place is nice. The blues is still playing and the B B King Epiphone is still proudly displayed. It's in a popular trendy area a couple of blocks south of 31st St. The only drawback is parking. The area was really crowded and parking was in short supply. Don't worry about that though, the Q is worth hunting for a place to park.

Go to Elmer's!

Eat great Barbeque!

Be happy that you're helping a local business!

Brendan M.

This place is awesome. If you're looking for food BBQ this is the place. Kieth was amazing and took great care of us. The food was so good and he takes so much care in his cooking. Thank you!

Casey J.

Seriously some of the best BBQ I've had! He is patient with his cooker and you can tell. The meat falls off the bone! The flavor and smoke is perfect! That's enough if you ask me, but the atmosphere and the customer service is also incredible! Just a fan of this joint!!!!

Marie J.

Food was excellent. Restaurant was very clean and well organized. My wife and I felt like we were home. Keith has an outstanding place. Highly recommend.