Oakview BBQ

06/17/2026

⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE ⚠️

Due to the threat of severe weather, including the potential for dangerous storms and tornadoes throughout the day, The Railyard will be closed Wednesday, June 17th.

The safety of our guests, vendors, staff, and community is our top priority. We are praying for protection over Springfield and all surrounding communities as this weather system moves through. Please stay weather-aware, have a plan in place, and stay safe.

STAR WARS TRIVIA IS NOW RESCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, JULY 8th! If your team signed up - please reach out if you’d like to sign up for the new date!

Weather permitting, we plan to resume normal business hours tomorrow and continue with our regular schedule for the remainder of the week.

We have a fun-filled lineup of events planned for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and we’re looking forward to seeing everyone back at The Railyard. Be sure to check out our previous posts or visit our website calendar for all the details.

Thank you for your understanding, and please join us in keeping our community in your prayers today. ❤️

— The Railyard Team

06/17/2026

Just a quick heads up for everyone planning to join us this week...

We're keeping an eye on Wednesday's forecast. 🌪️ With the threat of severe weather and several events around the area already being canceled, we'll be watching conditions closely and will keep everyone posted if plans need to change. 🌪️

If we do end up canceling on Wednesday, we'll simply move Wing Wednesday to Thursday so you won't miss out on your wing fix.

And don't forget about BRUNCH on Saturday!

We'll be bringing back both the Breakfast Fatty and the Breakfast Spud. You can choose your favorite... or don't choose and get both. We won't judge. 🫪

Brunch starts at 9 AM, and our full menu begins at NOON (unless y'all sell us out of brunch before then). That gives you plenty of time to make your way to The Railyard and enjoy one of our favorite days of the month with us.

We'll keep everyone posted as the weather develops. Until then, stay safe and keep an eye on our page for updates.

Here’s what’s happening this week at The Railyard on 66!

Wednesday, June 17th:
•Pending weather - which we’ll keep everyone in the loop - we’ll be open from 4-8pm.
• this is our rescheduled STAR WARS trivia night! It starts at 6:39. Apologies now for if the storms do come and we have to reschedule again!

Thursday, June 18th
•Open to the public from 4-8pm
•during open hours - Elevated Appetites is hosting a special event starting at 6pm for anyone who is a part of the DIVINE 9. There will be a DJ and some special themed drinks for each sorority and fraternity.

Friday, June 19th
•Open from 4-9pm
•DJ Wayzee asked to be here specifically on this night to celebrate Juneteenth with some early 2000s hip hop music! He’ll be here from 6-9pm.

Saturday, June 20th
•Open w/ SPECIAL HOURS for brunch! Open from 9am-9pm.
•Brunch starts at 9am and all brunch specials from each vendor will be available while supplies last. All vendors will start serving full menus starting by 11am (some start sooner!)
• We’ll have live music for brunch by The Speakeasy Trio from 9am-12pm
• We have a special pop up event with Zane & Kaye Thrift Co. They are a pop up thrift store and will be here selling specialty thrifted clothing and antique items
• Later that evening we’ll have The Dreamers & Doers performing from 6-9pm

So much going on this week! We can’t wait to have fun with our amazing community.

06/16/2026

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06/13/2026

🐷 SATURDAY'S PITMASTER'S PICK IS HERE! 🐷

Introducing our Piggyback Sliders!

Two tender pork tenderloin sliders dusted with our Hot BBQ seasoning, drizzled with BBQ sauce, and topped with our fresh-made Backyard Slaw. It's the perfect combination of smoky, saucy, and crunchy in every bite.

Your meal includes:
🐷 2 Piggyback Sliders
🔥 1 Smokin' Side
🥤 1 Drink
All for just $14!

We'll be serving these beauties starting at 11:00 AM and rolling until 9:00 PM... or until our Pitmaster runs out!

Of course, our full menu will be available too, so bring your appetite and spend your Saturday with us at The Railyard.

Who thinks these might become a menu favorite? 👀

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06/12/2026

🔥🏕️ TONIGHT ONLY at The Railyard - Springfield, IL — Introducing the NEW Campfire Spud! 🏕️🔥

We don't have a photo to tempt you with yet, but trust us... this one is easy to imagine. 😍

Our Campfire Spud starts with a warm sweet potato and gets loaded with:
✨ Butter
✨ Cinnamon sugar
✨ Marshmallow fluff
✨ Chocolate drizzle
✨ Graham cracker crumbs

It's everything you love about a classic campfire s'more, piled onto a sweet potato and served up Oakview-style! 🍫🔥
✨ Campfire Spud + Drink = $12 ✨

⚠️ Limited quantity available tonight for the S'mores Event at The Railyard! Once they're gone, they're gone!

And if you're really leaning into the campfire vibes, pair it with one of our fresh-brewed Toasted Marshmallow Signature Teas:
🧋 Piglet (16 oz) or Boss Hog (32 oz)
🧋 Sweet or Unsweetened
🧋 Just $2 refills with your cup!

Whether you're stopping by for dinner, dessert, or just a little taste of summer nostalgia, this is one special you won't want to miss. 🍠🔥🍫

See you tonight at Oakview BBQ at The Railyard! 4:00 - 9:00 pm.

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06/10/2026

We have a busy and meaningful evening ahead at The Railyard! ❤️🙏

Tonight marks the first Wednesday Worship of the summer, led by Destiny Church, beginning at 6:00 PM. During worship, we will be joining together in a special prayer for Hayes and his family. We invite our community to come together in faith as we pray for healing, strength, comfort, and a miraculous touch from God for this precious boy and those who love him.

And before worship begins, we've got something many of you have been waiting for...

WING WEDNESDAYS have officially arrived at Oakview BBQ!

If you've never tried our Smokifried Wings, tonight is your chance. If you've had them before, we know many of you are coming back for more!

🍗 Wing Wednesday Special
• 6 Smokifried Wings
• Choice of 1 flavor
• 1 Smokin' Side
• 1 Drink

Sauce Flavors:
🔥 BBQ
🔥 Buffalo
🧄 Garlic Parmesan
🥭 Mango Habanero

Dry Rub Flavors:
🌶️ Black Garlic Jalapeño
🔥 BBQ
✨ NEW Salt & Vinegar

Signature Teas available for a small upcharge.

Of course, we'll also be serving our full menu all evening long.
🕓 Oakview BBQ Open: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🙏 Wednesday Worship with Destiny Church: 6:00 PM

Join us for great food, fellowship, worship, and a community coming together in prayer.

06/05/2026

🦃🔥 You asked. We listened. Smoked Turkey is BACK this Friday and Saturday! 🔥🦃

If you stopped by around Thanksgiving last year, you might remember when we debuted our smoked turkey. Since then, we've had more than a few people ask when it would make a return...

Well, the wait is over.

We're bringing back our slow-smoked turkey, seasoned to perfection, sliced fresh, and served with one Smokin' Side and a drink for just $16.

This isn't your average turkey. It's juicy, smoky, packed with flavor, and honestly one of the most underrated things to come off our smoker.

We'll be serving it Friday (6/5) evening and again Saturday (6/6) until sold out. And if history tells us anything, you may not want to wait too long.

👇 Tell us in the comments...

Were you lucky enough to try our smoked turkey the first time around, or will this be your first bite?

Come hungry, bring a friend, and see what all the turkey talk has been about.

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06/04/2026

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Lately, we've found ourselves talking about how grateful we are for all of you.

Whether you've stopped by once, visit us every week, shared one of our posts, recommended us to a friend, booked us for catering, or simply liked and followed our page—you've helped Oakview BBQ become what it is in JUST 6 MONTHS of operation!

Our Pitmaster has a dream of becoming one of the most sought-after smokehouses around. Not because he wants fame or attention, but because he genuinely loves feeding people great BBQ and seeing them leave happy.

Every recommendation, every share, every tag, and every conversation helps introduce someone new to our little smokehouse. And sometimes those introductions turn into loyal customers, catering opportunities, and friendships we never expected when we started this journey.

From family dinners and date nights to graduation parties, weddings, showers, business meetings, and everything in between, you've trusted us to be part of some pretty special moments. That's something we'll never take for granted.

As we continue to grow, please keep talking about us. Keep sharing your experiences. Keep bringing your friends. Keep helping us spread the word about our little smokehouse at The Railyard - Springfield, IL. Because the truth is, you are a big part of our story.

‼️Oakview OGs, we want to hear from you...
How did you first hear about Oakview BBQ, and what keeps bringing you back⁉️

THANK YOU for supporting local, supporting small business, and supporting our dream. 🐮🐽🍗

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06/04/2026

🎤 Did you know The Railyard - Springfield, IL has Karaoke every other Thursday night? 🎤 Now you do!

If you've been looking for an excuse to get out of the house, grab some great food, and maybe belt out a tune (or just enjoy the show), tonight's the night!

🔥 Tonight's Pitmaster's Pick:
Smokehouse Brat + 1 Smokin' Side + Drink for just $15

⏰ Food served: 4 PM - 8 PM
🎤 Karaoke: 6 PM - 8 PM

Whether you're taking the stage, cheering on your friends, or coming to get your favorite Oakview BBQ fix, we've got you covered.

Are you the one holding the microphone or the one cheering from the crowd? ⬇️ Tell us in the comments ⬇️

Tag your friends and make sure they know what's going on tonight, too!

Come hungry, bring your friends, and let's kick off the weekend a little early at The Railyard!

📍 Oakview BBQ at The Railyard

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05/28/2026

It’s National Hamburger Day… and Oakview BBQ understood the assignment. 🍔

Why not celebrate by wrapping your hands around a HALF POUND smoked hamburger?!

Tonight the Pitmaster’s Pick at Oakview BBQ — big beef, smoked flavor, and the kind of burger that deserves its own holiday.

We’re at The Railyard - Springfield, IL and open tonight, Thursday, May 28th from 4–9pm.

Come get yours before we sell out!