We were in town for an athletic event and when it ended, we were craving barbecue. We looked for places that were close and we found this one only a half mile away. We got there close to closing time and while most places would be upset that we were coming in, they were super kind and accommodating. I had the two meat plate with ribs and sausage. My sides were potato salad, and green beans. My wife had the one meat plate with pulled pork and her sides were corn and green beans. Both of my kids had the child's plate with corn and brisket. We all loved what we ordered. As I was paying, I met the owner and he was so personable. If you are in the Lawton area and are craving some barbecue, this is the place to go. read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - Two 2 Meat Dinner with sausage and ribs. - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

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Me and my family were visiting Oklahoma from Georgia and South Carolina, and we decided to try this place because Wonderful worker suggested we come by. We really enjoyed the experience. The owner and our server were so kind and provided some of the best hospitality you can find. They really took their time with us, and on top of that, the food was amazing, especially the potatoes! I would give 5 stars, but there was a small misunderstanding when it came to payment because we had such a large group. Overall though, the experience was amazing, and I would definitely recommend this place. read more

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The food used to be good but the last few times I've gotten food to go, it has been nothing to write home about. The prices are a little higher than other barbecue places but I don't mind paying a little more for good food. Some people swear by the food but it's been hit and miss for me. read more

Always good. Wish portion sizes were more with the meat. Love the sauces, wish I knew the recipes

If you're in town for a graduation (or any other reason) stop by for great bbq & sides, for sure try the loaded potato with some pulled pork! We got the family meal with brisket. The bbq was delicious and perfectly smoked. The sauces were each an unique yummy experience. Aside from the food, the best part of our meal was the warm welcome and hospitality that we were shown. I can see why the locals love this place. read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

Ok I never like giving bad reviews unless the shit is horrible. I done some errands and appointment yesterday b4 heading to the polls to vote. Keep in mind. We used to eat here all the time until Dallas moved away with his family and then Mrs D who made the potato salad b4 she stop working there when everything was on point and damn great. Now this was my 2nd time this year 2025 . 1st time I said no this not it and we spent over 50 dollars with onion, pickle and chips plus we left a big tip on takeout order. Well anywho I purchased yesterday 2meat ( ribs and hotlinks with beans and potatoe salad) on a 17.00 takeout order with no tip. That shit was nasty and I was to tired to drive all the way back to complaint to who. Pros: beans was ok Cons: p salad was nasty no seasoning. Ribs was old and no damn favor, hotlinks must been left in the water way to long no hotness just nasty. No onions. No pickle and no chips. Wtf is going on in there?x please let me in on the info because they are truly hurting for real cooks or the old heads must be telling them how to cook without seasoning and stop cutting their trees down for the wood. I used to help in the pit so there's must be a reason. I pull up at the poll and dump the whole plate after I taste this mess.. read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - See comments. I even put the hot and mild sauce on it and it still wasn't better. - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

Gone are the days when my momma could carry on an entire tailgating haul of John & Cook's BBQ when flying to Baltimore, so I just have to get it when I come "home." While on a recent visit, we indulged in baked beans, potato salad, cole slaw, ribs and brisket. We typically only get ribs, but this time we went for it. My momma found the brisket "a bit fatty," but I loved it. It was soft and tender, cooked all the way through, had crispy coated edges...yummers! The ribs were tasty as always and the sides were fantastic. I just wished there had been more. Of everything. read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - Ribs, cole slaw, potato salad, beans - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

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Love local restaurants. We always try to visit one when we get a chance. We came for lunch. The place is small and NO FRILLS. I think they know their food is good. I'm glad we came here. I am not a big fan of BBQ. but the BBQ her is very good. I was a bit hesitant but I ended up LOVING THEIR FOOD. It tasted like home cook meal. I had a brisket and it did not disappoint. The staff were very nice, friendly, professional, and seems like happy to help. I highly recommend if you're in Lawton/Fort Sill. read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

This has been a sentimental place driving through Lawton for work the past four decades. I usually get the sliced beef and original sauce with baked beans and potato salad. The beef is very tender but just a little smoke flavor more like a good roast. I love their sides but they are very sweet. Recently was able to stop by here on a weekend for the first time and have their smoked chicken dinner special and that is by far the best in my opinion read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - Now that is a piece of chicken! Can't remember if it is their special Just Friday or Friday and Saturday - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

Food is top notch, same for atmosphere & service. What I witnessed though was touching. At least 3 elderly and/or mobility impaired patrons stopped by to pick up an order and restaurant staff kindly helped the customers to their vehicle & carried the food order. I've never before seen such kindness in a restaurant!! read more

Great food, awesome service, ambiance is awesome. Alonzo is the bomb, the hot links and brisket is to die for. Thanks Alanzo. read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - Ribs baked beans coleslaw and pulled pork. - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

We came here for lunch on our son's Family Day at Fort Sill. Boy did we make the right decision. First, the food was absolutely delicious and worth it. Second, the 4th generation owner Lonzo, made our meal particularly special and memorable by honoring our son with some wonderful words of gratitude for his service. read more

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Hey Gang! We went here on a friends word. This was Lawtons' best BBQ! Well, not so much. This fits most home town mom and pop BBQ spots. Small, family friendly, with nostalgic ambiance everywhere.. and they were busy to boot! Very nice group of guys working there. We order meats only because that's where people rate and score good BBQ. We ordered hot links, sausages, and tips. Tips are rib tips with some bones and lots of cartlidge. Now I feel like this meat was cooked many days ago and microwaved to warm it up, which drys it out. The hotlinks were a 2 out of 5, and the tips were a 1 out of 5. Hot sauce was tart and real vinegary. But it gave me some flavor for the flavorless hot links. Now, to top off the experience (see pic), was this worth $22?? That's a hard no! Come on, Lawton!! You have to have a better BBQ to offer. If you want to have an experience!! Smokin Joe's Davis oklahoma. Still setting the standard! read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - Hot links and 3 rib tips for 22$ - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

Food was great. The owner is beautiful soul, friendly and obviously a wonderful cook. Portions are huge. Expect to unbutton your pants because you will leave stuffed read more

We are from Los Angeles Ca and we're looking for good BBQ. The BBQ was good and the Ribs were amazing. If we are ever back in the area would definitely put this on our list of todos. read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - Slab of Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

Went to this place for early dinner with family in mid March. We were in town for son's completion of basic training @ Fort Sill. Loved the fact that this is a family run operation; there was something extra special we noticed when we walked in. We were greeted with a smile and seated. Food arrived soon and portions were just perfect - you won't go hungry. Food was amazing, and they even gave our new soldier a bib so he wouldn't get any BBQ on his field uniform. The owner stopped by after our meal to take a picture of us and offer a prayer and gracious words of thanks to our son for his decision to serve. It was truly a memorable day. I'd definitely go out of my way if we were visiting Oklahoma to come back. read more

This is some of the best 'que I've had in a long time. You could smell it was gonna be good when you walk in the door. Chatted with the owner a bit (I'm from KC - I can't help talk about BBQ with people) and he gave us a hot link to try. I know what I'm ordering next time - SOOOOO good! read more

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Not much to say in a positive note, the best thing in the 3 meat plate was the beans. The meat didn't seem to have much smoke and the brisket was washed out. The potato salad was somewhat flavorless and ground to a paste like a scoop of ice cream. The BBQ sauce was heavy on the vinegar and served on the side. The staff was nice and the place was clean. read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - Brisket, ribs and tips - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

Has been my favorite BBQ for 51 years. First came here when I was 9 years old. Single handedly the best mild BBQ sauce .. . Ever

food took forever to get to your table and when it arrived it was one spoon full of each side and barely any meat they give you kid size portions the meat was cold you can get better tasting sides from the deli in Walmart way over priced for barely any food read more

Amazing "hole in the wall" establishment. Great employees and outstanding service. Keep in mind, we are not in Texas, so it's not world class barbecue. So with respect to that, I give this a 5 out of 5 in the Lawton rating scheme. However, it's still delicious, flavorful food. I recommend if you're feeling good barbecue in Lawton. Spread the good word! P.S. If you're a military member, this establishment was recognized and awarded merit by a 1-star General for their tasty food and quick service! read more

I had been looking for this place since we had it at Comanche Nation Fair last year and this time I got the name. They went up on price but to be expected due to inflation. Best bbq in town and so tender. read more

It's good seasoned clean-tasting meat...however...the sauce needs to go back to the original John and Cook's recipe ...the staff are hilarious and they work like a well-oiled machine...The portions are nice...not a long wait...atmosphere is "ole school" and very comfortable...I love the lunch specials!!! read more

My nephews son just graduated from boot camp and we wanted Bbq. The food was delicious but the owner made the meal memorable! He came out and gave my nephews son a nice blessing and set us up with a great meal!! read more

John Cooks catered a family gathering for us and the food and service was amazing...I have to admit that I was skeptical at first because I had stopped going there for years because of how much the food had changed...I left Lawton over 40 years ago and felt bad because Whenever I come to visit I couldn't get the Cooks bbq that I grew up eating...Im looking forward to seeing them sometime next week and ask them to cater another gathering.. read more

I'm still looking for a great barbecue place since moving here to Oklahoma and unfortunately I haven't found one yet. My wife wanted to try this place out and I must say yet again, I was disappointed in the quality of food. Thes sauce tasted like vinegar and liquid smoke the sides (literally a couple of spoon fulls) potato salad was extremely sweet, the baked beans tasted like the sauce and the Mac and cheese ... Had no flavor.. The brisket was tender but flavorless as well as the pulled pork and rib. For the price of $26.00 you would think that the portion sizes would be a little larger. I totally get it the price of food is outrageous HOWEVER... the quantity was not worth the price point . I don't know how this place gets such great reviews... My stomach is now a bit queezy I'm done... read more

I used John & Cook's for a business luncheon. They came highly recommended by Yelp. I was needing to feed about 15 people. John & Cooks helped me with the menu. Chopped beef, potato salad , beans . Everything was great ! Thanks for the help. If you are in Lawton, stop by. Go get Full read more

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This place is the true definition of a hole in the wall... the food is yummy! I love their potato salad and baked beans!

Fantastic food and terrific people! We walked in when they were about to close and didn't realize it. They insisted on helping us anyway and we were blown away by their generosity. We highly recommend! read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - reflection in the window - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

I remember growing up thinking this was the best ribs ever. Until I spent some time in south texas and finally got the nerve to make my own smoker and enjoy grilling and smoking my own meats this place is what it is just know that place is no where near read more

Very small place with pretty good bbq. Service was very good and is nice quick spot for bbq fix.

I bought a two plates today 4/29/2022. I paid almost $40.00. I came directy home my ribs were greasy The ribs taste like they were cooked in a regular oven and were horrible. Your restaurant was on KSWO during black history month. If this is the quality if food you offer something is wrong. It was horrible !! I suggest you look at your food before you leave this business. They only deserve a star because of the Cook family that has passed. read more

If you want old school real bbq with some real people and great service then this is your spot!! I've been eating here for 15 years or so and I'm never disappointed! Love love this place! read more

The only reason I am giving this place a 1 star is because it's the only way Yelp would let me tell you about this place but it truly does not even warrant the whole 1 star! Born and raised in Houston, Texas this is truly a disgrace to the BBQ cuisine. Brisket was dry with no flavor, ribs too small no tips, chicken breast was dry with no flavor. The standard side dishes of beans and potato salad were straight out of a can off the shelf at walmart. What BBQ restaurant gets an attitude when you ask for pickles and onions?!? Don't even get me started on the sauce.... This place is one of the worst restaurants in town- quantity, quality & customer service all lacking in a serious way!! read more

Ok the last time I had these ribs was like 2 or maybe 3 years ago. But nevertheless I have never forgot the way they tasted.. the meat just slide off the bone! That's how I like it! I only stopped watching there because Ive eating healthier..but if your in the mood for good ribs don't be afraid to try this place I guarantee you this it will be worth it! read more

Y'all I'm sorry but I don't know how this place has so many good reviews! It's not the worst, but it is DEFINITELY not 4.5 stars. It's just not good food. At all. I wish I had a dollar for every ttime I heard the microwave "ding." There's really no place for a microwave in a good BBQ joint. The sauces are decent and you're sure going to need them to add flavor. I urge you to not make the same mistake we did by looking at the star rating. If they've been I in business since the 30's they should have more than 65 reviews. Just saying. read more

The sausage and hot links were very good. Loved the potato salad, baked beans were also good.

This place was the best eating I had all week in Lawton. They use only wood fire, no gas or electric used. Got the beef brisket, ribs, potato salad and baked beans. Friendly staff and great atmosphere. read more

What a great place for some good BBQ! I was traveling through Lawton on business and was in the mood for bbq. This place had great reviews so I stopped in for some dinner. This place has been open since the 30's and it's been owned by the same family. If a restaurant survives this long, it has to be good! The waitress was friendly and the food came out fast. I had the ribs and hot links with cole slaw. Everything was great and the ribs were tender. They have 3 styles of unique BBQ sauces. Mild, Hot and Sweet & Spicy. These aren't your normal Oklahoma BBQ's. I do not know exactly what is different about the sauces but it reminded me of a vinegar based sauce. Almost like a hot sausage bbq. It was unique and delicious! Something to check out if you are passing through Lawton. read more

My friend and I with our two infants yelped a highly rated place for lunch. BBQ sounded great and 13 5stars...well that's fantastic. So we headed over. All those stars were right. Four generations of tasty goodness! Our waiter gave spot on suggestions. He was fun and friendly. I wish he was my neighbor of something, I guess cause he made me feel like one. Open the door for us on the way out too. The food was melting in your mouth!! Fell right off the bone goodness!! We had the variety plate. We enjoyed the ribs, brisket, but the hot links weren't our personal taste even though U believe would be great for someone else. And the sauces were all different kinds of goodness. Tangy, spicy, sweet. All delicious! Crazy enough those baked beans, I can't get out of my head! High mustard sweet/salty unique! I really enjoyed it. It tasted like country time pink lemon aid..so if that's not your thing skip it. Defiantly going back many times!! check it out! read more

John & Cook's Real Pit Bbq - two cars parked outside - Barbeque Near Me - Lawton, Oklahoma

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