emerald coast food Sliced seasoned smoked turkey breast on a wooden cutting board garnished with herbs and spices.
Assorted smoked award winning meats sliced on a wooden cutting board, including sausage, juicy turkey, and beef brisket.
Close-up of florida top rated smoked ribs with a dry rub seasoning.
Moist flavorful Pulled pork sandwich with pickles, sliced onions, and a side of seasoned fresh cut French fries in a paper boat, served on a tray with butcher paper.
A variety of homemade side dishes including a bowl of macaroni and cheese, a bowl of collared greens with bacon, a bowl of pineapple coleslaw, and a basket of vegetarian garden salad with lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and shredded cheese.

The Best Texas-Style Craft BBQ in Niceville

Hours: Tues-Sat • 11am - 7pm (or until sold out)

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Order to Go: (850) 353-2157

**Please be advised: we operate like a true Texas smokehouse. Because we smoke a limited amount of fresh meats per day, some items (especially fan favorites like Ribs) may sell out as it gets later in the day. You’re always welcome to call us early in the day to reserve your favorites.

Founded in Niceville, Florida, PAPA’s Smokehouse uses the highest quality wood-burning smokers to infuse amazing wood-smoked flavor


Welcome to PAPA's Smokehouse, the go-to spot in Niceville for authentic Texas-style barbecue! Here, we're not just about serving up great food; we're a father and son team, putting our heart and soul into each dish.

As a family-owned establishment, we've embraced the Texas barbecue tradition, and our commitment to quality is evident in the use of our legendary Oyler Wood-Burning smokers. These smokers have become the backbone of our barbecue excellence. What makes them stand out? The precision and control they provide are unparalleled, allowing us to slow smoke our meats with real hardwood for hours.

The magic happens as the Oyler smokers infuse our dishes with rich, savory, and tender flavors that define authentic Texas barbecue. It's not just about efficiency and durability – although these smokers are built to last for decades – it's about the art of slow smoking that creates a barbecue experience like no other.

Oyler Smoker

Our World-Renowned Oyler Smoker

What People Are Saying About PAPA’s

  • Sampled the brisket, sausage, and ribs (ordered small portion of each together). To say it's good would not do it justice, the brisket was nothing short of amazing, tender, juicy, great smokey flavor! Also tried the smoked beans, 10/10 recommend!

    -Bryan

  • Jim, thank you so much for your help making our event special Saturday with the wonderful food your team prepared for us! Everything was excellent and exactly what we ordered! Our guests enjoyed it, and many had not already visited PAPA’s Smokehouse yet, but are now going to be loyal customers. Great Job! Thanks!

    -Cindy

  • Absolutely fantastic food and people. I tried it for the first time today and the gentleman working the meat side of the counter handed me a piece of smoked turkey. When I tell you I didn't think smoked turkey makes for good smoked meat, I mean it. This stuff knocked my socks off. Everything was good. Pulled pork, brisket, ribs, smoked turkey and even the sides of smoked beans and potato salad was absolutely on point. Don't pass this one up. You've gotta try this joint. If I could give it 10 stars I would. Price is very reasonable and portions are generous. Don't pass this place up.

    -Mike