Danny's BBQ Head Quarters — Ponca City, Oklahoma

A Ponca City Institution Since 1987

Danny's BBQ HQ

(Formerly Head Country Bar-B-Q Restaurant)

This family restaurant is owned and operated by Oklahoma Barbecue Society's Hall of Fame honoree, Danny Head. Danny's BBQ Head Quarters is proud to say the meal you are about to enjoy is made with the same dedication and care that has twice won the Kansas City American Royal International Invitational Barbecue Grand Championship and the Jack Daniels Invitational World Barbecue Grand Championship, as well as countless regional and state championships.

Head Country sauces and seasonings beside a plate of smoked meat

On the Menu

Best cuts. Expertly smoked.
Handcrafted sides. Fresh salads.

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About the Meat

Whether beef, pork or poultry, each meat is carefully trimmed, seasoned and slow-smoked over a pecan wood fire.

Oklahoma's #1
Selling BBQ Sauce

We carry the full line-up of Head Country sauces, seasonings and marinade. Head Country Gift Packs make gifting super simple and sure to please.

Catering

Treat your guests to a delightful meal! Danny's BBQ HQ caters gatherings of all sizes and for all occasions.

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Daily & Holiday Specials

A different plate every day of the week, plus smoked turkeys and hams for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Dannys is the best BBQ Oklahoma has to offer. Tasty, tender Ribs, brisket anything else you order. Special attention to catering. Tail gate party with Danny's food was a huge hit. We are picky about our BBQ and we say Danny's is the BEST!!!!"

Ellen Brashear

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"There is a Rib Crib next door, however i like small home town business. The food is by far better here and the price cant be beat. the potato salad is to die for, not to mention the sauce used for bbq is made local. Great place."

William Pomeroy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"I love Danny's! Fantastic barbecue! Never been disappointed here. We've used them several times to cater events for us. This is a classic Ponca City experience that I would recommend to anyone visiting or living in Ponca."

Tim Russel

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Excellent drive through service and fantastic family meal!"

Faith Linnebur

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Best BBQ we've been too- by far!! Ribs & Brisket were great! Okra was fresh, just like the fries- Great service!! I highly recommend this place!!"

Jennifer Warren