Since 1930 Van’s Pig Stand has been family-owned and has been serving some of the best bbq found anywhere in the Sooner State. A lot has changed in the past 90 years but Van’s Pig Stand has stood the test of time. What started out as a humble little restaurant in Shawnee now has 5 locations throughout Oklahoma. Van’s award-winning barbecue still uses many of the original recipes and barbecue sauce that makes this place famous. Oklahoma is known for amazing barbecue and Van’s Pig Stand is one reason why. Keep scrolling to read more.

Van's Pig Stand in Shawnee opens daily at 11:00 a.m. Better arrive early if you want your favorites because they often sell out of various menu items. 
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Van's sliced brisket is slow-smoked for hours and is in a word...AWESOME.
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The rustic interior invites guests to sit, enjoy and stay awhile. The comfortable friendly atmosphere has stayed the same over the years even as the buildings may have changed. 
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The most popular menu item - The Van's Platter - gives you a little bit of everything. You cannot go wrong with this choice.
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Our personal favorite item on the menu is this scrumptious pulled-pork sandwich served with curly fries. It's loaded with flavor and is a fan favorite.
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As always, you must try the dessert here before you leave. We are a fan of all the desserts but if you can only get one we suggest their carrot cake; it is so delicious.
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Another menu item that you may consider if you are not in the mood for bbq is their tasty classic reuben sandwich. 
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To learn more about Van’s Pig Stand, click here.

Click here to read all about another small Oklahoma barbecue joint that may be a bit unassuming but once you try the mouthwatering BBQ, we think you’ll agree this place has some of the best bbq you have ever tasted.

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Van's Pig Stands - Harrison St., 3815 N Harrison St, Shawnee, OK 74804, USA