- Best of Amarillo – 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- KFDA Viewers Choice – 2019 2018 2017 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024,
- Texas Monthly Barbeque – 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
- Red Dirt – 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- Smoke – 2017, 2018
- Accent West Magazine – June 2010 – “BBQ Man Come Home”
- Style Amarillo Magazine – 2011 – “King of BBQ”
- Full Custom Gospel BBQ – June 2012 – Review
- Amarillo Magazine – November 2012 – Readers Choice
- Austin Chronicle – April 2014 – “Day Trips – “Tyler’s Barbecue in Amarillo ain’t fooling around”
- Texas Monthly – May 2013 – “The List: The Top 50 Barbecue Joints”
- Texas Monthly – May 2013 – Review
- Texas Monthly – October 2013 – Interview: Tyler Frazer of Tyler’s Barbeque
- MotorTrend – October 2013 – “2013 McLaren MP4-12C Across America”
- Texas Monthly – March 2014 – Barbecue Sequels
- Small Business Administration – Small Business Day 2015 – “Tyler Frazer Day”
- National Geographic – May 2017 – “Where to Find the Best BBQ in America”
- Amarillo Globe-News – May 2017 – “Tyler’s Barbeque makes Texas Monthly’s top 50 list again”
- Texas Monthly – June 2017 – “The List: The Top 50 Barbecue Joints in Texas”
- Texas Monthly – June 2017 – “BBQ News: 06/16 – 06/22”
- Kevin’s Barbeque Joints – Episode 20 – “BBQ Interview – Tyler Frazer – Tyler’s Barbeque – Amarillo, Texas”
- Dallas Morning News – February 2019 – “Whats the deal with the pellet grill, and should you use one like these Texas barbeque masters?” (Subscription)
- Texas Monthly – March 2019 – “Where to Find Great Barbecue on the Staked Plains”
- Yelp – March 2019 – “Top 10 Places to Eat in Texas, According to Yelp”
- News Channel 10 Amarillo – August 2019 – “Award-winning food and travel series takes journey through the Panhandle for best barbeque”
- BBC – October 2019 – “Hairy BikersHairy Bikers: Route 66: Episode 4”
- Texas Monthly Newsstand – “The Ultimate Guide to BBQ: Special Edition 2020” (Sold Out)
- Fox News – May 2021 – “Memorial Day Weekend: Top barbecue restaurants to try in America”
- Texas Monthly – June 2023 – “This Barbecue Joint Made It Through Historic Rainfall with Sandbags and Prayers”
- Yelp – March 2023 – Top 10 BBQ Spots in Texas” #2
- Yelp – 2024 – Top 100 BBQ Spots in America #4
- Texas Monthly – September 2025 – Best Dressed – “Barbeque Family Reunion 2025“
- Texas Monthly – November 2025 – Beef Ribs – “This Cheap, Saturdays-Only Special Might Be the Best Deal in Texas Barbecue“
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Tyler’s Barbeque – Yelp “ Top 100 BBQ Spots 2024”
Tyler’s Barbeque, located in Amarillo, Texas, has garnered significant acclaim, achieving high rankings on Yelp’s prestigious lists. It secured the #4 spot on Yelp’s national list of top barbeque restaurants, demonstrating its widespread recognition and appeal beyond just Texas. Furthermore, Tyler’s Barbeque was ranked #2 on Yelp’s list specifically for Texas barbeque, underscoring its exceptional quality in a state renowned for its barbeque culture.
These rankings are based on numerous customer reviews and ratings, highlighting the consistent satisfaction and praise from patrons. Tyler’s Barbeque is celebrated for its mouth-watering smoked meats, including brisket, ribs, and sausage, all prepared with a meticulous attention to flavor and authenticity. The restaurant’s success can be attributed to its dedication to traditional barbeque techniques, high-quality ingredients, and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps customers coming back.
Owner Tyler Frazer’s commitment to excellence and passion for barbeque have played a pivotal role in the restaurant’s rise to prominence. The recognition from Yelp places Tyler’s Barbeque among the elite in the competitive world of barbeque, making it a must-visit destination for barbeque enthusiasts both locally and nationally.
Texas Monthly: “This Barbecue Joint Made It Through Historic Rainfall with Sandbags and Prayers”
The Great Flood of 2023
When historic rainfall turned dry Amarillo into a flood zone in 2023, Tyler’s Barbeque faced rising waters that threatened everything. With the help of friends, family, and 500 sandbags stacked high, plus a whole lot of prayers, we held the line. No major damage to the building—just a tough lesson in Panhandle weather and the power of community. Read the full Texas Monthly story on how we made it through: This Barbecue Joint Made It Through Historic Rainfall with Sandbags and Prayers. We’re back smoking brisket and serving smiles—come see us!
Winner Best of Amarillo 2020 – Best Barbeque and Best Ribs
I would like to thank all of our friends, family, and customers who voted for us for the Best of Amarillo 2020.
We are thankful for the community’s support for our locally owned business!
I Love My Job!
Tyler Frazer
Tyler’s Barbecue Wins The NewsChannel 10 Viewers Choice Awards For Best BBQ And Best Ribs! 2020
Tyler’s Barbecue would like to thank the people of Amarillo for voting for us In The NewsChannel 10 Viewers Choice Awards For Best BBQ And Best Ribs!
The Stalwart – Where to Find Great Barbecue on the Staked Plains – Texas Monthly
Texas Monthly, March 2019 – Where to Find Great Barbecue on the Staked Plains The Llano Estacado area isn’t exactly known for smoked meats, but these joints are changing the scene. More>>
Texas Monthly BBQ Interview – 2013
Texas Monthly BBQ – Interview I would like to thank Texas Monthly BBQ editor Daniel Vaughn for the wonderful interview!
Pitmaster: Tyler’s Barbeque, opened 2010
Age: 45
Smoker: Wood-fired Cabinet Smoker
Wood: Mesquite
Tyler Frazer took a converted Long John Silvers and turned it into a unique Panhandle barbecue joint. The menu itself isn’t so unique. You’ll find all the barbecue standards, but it’s his methods that buck the standard way of doing things up north. Yesterday’s meat is never sold. He cooks what he thinks he can sell in a day, and no more. If he runs out it ruffles a few feathers, but he figures that’s better than serving day-old barbecue. The sides are all made fresh. Potato salad starts as a bag of potatoes and the mac & cheese (Thursdays only) is made from scratch. Even the beans don’t come from a can. In a state where most pitmasters focus only on the meat, it’s nice to see Mr. Frazer putting some effort into the rest of the menu too.