Lawton’s Backporch Drafthouse has been serving honest food and craft beer since 2008, becoming a cornerstone of the local dining scene. 🍔
This casual sports bar delivers pub-style comfort food with a focus on their signature smash-style burgers made from Route 66 beef patties cooked on a flat-top with caramelized onions.
Owner John Dickson has expanded the concept to multiple locations across Oklahoma and Texas, proving that quality ingredients and genuine hospitality never go out of style.
How Backporch Drafthouse won Lawton’s hearts
When Backporch Drafthouse first opened its doors on Gore Boulevard in 2008, the restaurant quickly distinguished itself with its unique approach to classic American fare.
The original location became so popular that Dickson expanded to a second Lawton spot on Cache Road, then ventured into neighboring cities, including Duncan, Wichita Falls, and Temple. 🌟
The signature “Route 66” smash-style burger patties, cooked on a flat-top with perfectly caramelized onions, became the stuff of local legend.
During the challenging pandemic period, Dickson’s commitment to his employees and customers showed his true character—despite temporarily closing the Gore Boulevard location and laying off 230 employees across four locations, he worked tirelessly to bring everyone back.
Their rotating selection of craft beers and creative hand-crafted cocktails complemented the food menu perfectly, establishing the venue as both a dining destination and a place to unwind. ✨
This combination of quality gourmet burgers in Lawton, genuine hospitality, and community engagement transformed Backporch Drafthouse from a new restaurant into a beloved local tradition.
Food Highlights
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Double Wide: a classic double burger featuring two Route 66 beef patties with crispy bacon, American cheese, flat-top onions, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and secret sauce.
- The Legend: Two Route 66 patties topped with flat-top onions, Swiss and American cheese, jalapeño ketchup, bacon, crispy onion strings, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, secret sauce, and pickles on a buttery brioche bun.
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Urban Cowboy: Jack Daniel’s whiskey glaze, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, caramelized red onions, secret sauce, iceberg lettuce, house Italian vinaigrette, tomatoes, and pickles create a sophisticated flavor combination that elevates the traditional burger experience.
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Kraken: Cracked black pepper, Shiner Bock mop, sharp cheddar, crispy bacon, a fried onion ring, chipotle BBQ, secret sauce, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles on buttery toasted brioche.
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Barnyard Freak: A Route 66 patty joined by smoked pulled pork, Swiss cheese, a fried egg, BBQ sauce, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and mayo delivers an indulgent protein-packed experience.
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Crispy Steakhouse Burger: Flat-top onions, crispy bacon, Shiner Bock mop, sharp cheddar, caramelized jalapeños, crispy fried onion strings, and chipotle BBQ.
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The Gringo: Pickled jalapeños, bacon, American cheese, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, flat-top onions, pickles, and yellow mustard deliver straightforward flavors with just the right amount of heat and tang.
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The Big Daddy: Two Route 66-style patties topped with secret sauce, American and Swiss cheeses, crispy bacon, and roasted jalapeño bacon jam make this an over-the-top indulgence for serious burger enthusiasts.
Atmosphere
The casual sports bar setting features multiple TVs broadcasting games, creating an energetic yet relaxed environment perfect for watching sports with friends. 📺
The neighborhood pub vibe encourages lingering over craft beers and conversation, with friendly staff who treat regulars like family.
An outdoor pet-friendly patio provides additional seating where guests can enjoy their meals alongside their four-legged companions.
Bottom Line
Experience authentic Route 66 smash-style burgers with perfectly caramelized flat-top onions; enjoy an extensive craft beer selection and creative hand-crafted cocktails; relax in a welcoming sports bar atmosphere with multiple TVs; bring your pets to the pet-friendly patio in Lawton; savor made-from-scratch comfort food at honest prices. 🎯
Address:
1925 W Gore Blvd, Lawton, OK 73501
📞 (580) 699-2990
🕔 Mon-Thu 11 AM–11 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM–12 AM, Sun 10:30 AM–10 PM