THE JOURNEY

Awards & Accomplishments

Two decades of smoke, fire, and recognition — from Amarillo to the national stage.

THE EARLY YEARS

Mrs. Baird's Ultimate Smoker

Tyler learned his craft on the world's largest transportable smoker, catering massive events from Kansas City to San Francisco — including 9,200 hotdogs at the Texas/OU game and 3,500 meals at LA Children's Hospital.

THE EARLY YEARS

Mrs. Baird's Ultimate Smoker

OPENING DAY

Doors Open in Amarillo

After 20+ years in the business and a carefully executed 5-year plan, Tyler opened the doors to Tyler's Barbeque on Olsen Boulevard in Amarillo, Texas.

OPENING DAY

Doors Open in Amarillo

After 20+ years in the business and a carefully executed 5-year plan, Tyler opened the doors to Tyler's Barbeque on Olsen Boulevard in Amarillo, Texas.

JUNE 2013

Texas Monthly Top 50

Named one of the 50 best barbeque joints in all of Texas by the definitive authority on Texas BBQ. The first of two Top 50 appearances.

JUNE 2013

Texas Monthly Top 50

Named one of the 50 best barbeque joints in all of Texas by the definitive authority on Texas BBQ. The first of two Top 50 appearances.

MAGAZINE COVER

Amarillo Magazine: Pitmasters

Tyler featured on the cover of Amarillo Magazine's Pitmasters issue — a hometown hero recognized for his craft.

MAGAZINE COVER

Amarillo Magazine: Pitmasters

Tyler featured on the cover of Amarillo Magazine's Pitmasters issue — a hometown hero recognized for his craft.

JUNE 2017

Texas Monthly Top 50 — Again

For the second time, Tyler's Barbeque earns a spot on Texas Monthly's prestigious Top 50 list. Consistency is king.

JUNE 2017

Texas Monthly Top 50 — Again

For the second time, Tyler's Barbeque earns a spot on Texas Monthly's prestigious Top 50 list. Consistency is king.

NATIONAL MEDIA

National Geographic Feature

Featured in National Geographic's 'Where to Find the Best BBQ in America' — putting Amarillo on the national map.

NATIONAL MEDIA

National Geographic Feature

Featured in National Geographic's 'Where to Find the Best BBQ in America' — putting Amarillo on the national map.

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

Fox News: Top BBQ in America

Named one of the top barbecue restaurants to try in America by Fox News for Memorial Day Weekend.

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

Fox News: Top BBQ in America

Named one of the top barbecue restaurants to try in America by Fox News for Memorial Day Weekend.

INTERNATIONAL TV

Hairy Bikers: Route 66

Featured on the BBC's Hairy Bikers Route 66 Episode 4 — bringing Tyler's Barbeque to international audiences across the pond.

INTERNATIONAL TV

Hairy Bikers: Route 66

Featured on the BBC's Hairy Bikers Route 66 Episode 4 — bringing Tyler's Barbeque to international audiences across the pond.

MARCH 2019

Great Barbecue on the Staked Plains

Texas Monthly highlights Tyler's in their feature on where to find great barbecue on the Staked Plains of the Texas Panhandle.

MARCH 2019

Great Barbecue on the Staked Plains

Texas Monthly highlights Tyler's in their feature on where to find great barbecue on the Staked Plains of the Texas Panhandle.

2019

Yelp Top 100 Places to Eat in Texas

Among the top 100 places to eat in the entire state of Texas, as voted by Yelp reviewers.

2019

Yelp Top 100 Places to Eat in Texas

Among the top 100 places to eat in the entire state of Texas, as voted by Yelp reviewers.

2020

Texas Monthly Ultimate Guide to BBQ

Featured in the Texas Monthly Special Edition — the Ultimate Guide to BBQ. A must-read for any serious barbecue lover.

2020

Texas Monthly Ultimate Guide to BBQ

Featured in the Texas Monthly Special Edition — the Ultimate Guide to BBQ. A must-read for any serious barbecue lover.

2024

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TOP 10

YELP 2024