 Oklahoma Joe's Barbecue in Olathe, Kansas is Oklahoma Joe's second location. The first location is in a working gasoline station in Kansas City, Kansas. But the Olathe location is much larger and includes a BBQ supply store. Oklahoma Joe's is known for a wide of variety of quality smoked meats. The French fries are fresh, but order them unseasoned unless you want a lot of sodium and spice. I often have Joe's 1/2 smoked chicken and and one side. They are a generous meal for only $7.69. But on a recent visit, I ordered the Z-Man Sandwich, unseasoned French fries and a small side of smoked chicken gumbo. The Z-Man is brisket, smoked provolone topped with two onion rings on a kaiser bun ($5.99). The huge order of fries is $2.39 and the gumbo is $2.79. The gumbo was good, as always, though it may be too spicy for some. The Z-man was one of the best sandwiches I have had any time in Kansas City! Oklahoma Joe's serves chili through the winter months. I like it it lot - meaty, sweet and flavorful with no beans. It might have been a little too mild for my taste, but they offer onions and diced jalepenos (and cheese) on top, which made it just right. They also provide several hot sauces. There can be a long line waiting to order food at meal time. At times it trails the entire length of the restaurant. But once you place your order, the food is usually ready by the time the line lets you get to the cash register. Going to lunch early will probably not be enough to avoid the line, but it tapers off after about 12:45PM. Tip: When lines are long, call in an order to go at (913) 782-6858 and pick up the order at the bar.
Olathe Restaurants & Attractions
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