Thirsty Turtle - Bartlesville

Wine, Pub

Thirsty Turtle

Thirsty Turtle
4.7 / 5 (58 reviews)

Description

Back Roads (formerly Thirsty Turtle) is a rustic, whimsical neighborhood bar offering home‑style food, friendly service and a warm, familylike vibe. Regulars enjoy live bands, dancing, pool and shuffleboard, outdoor seating, cold beer and wine, community events and pet/service‑dog friendliness. It functions as a lively social hub for locals, though some reports suggest it may currently be closed.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Jazlyn

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★ 4.7 / 5 from 58 reviews
jazlyn26
03.06.2023

The Backroads Bar is the perfect spot for a fantastic time. This place feels like family, both for the establishment and its patrons. I can't express how much this venue and its people mean to me. They offer amazing entertainment, exciting pool tournaments, and a wonderful staff, not to mention a fantastic owner.

gdavis-rabbit6081
03.06.2023

Great food, for home cooked. And finest of employees. Service dog friendly and regular dog to. Several people here were willing to help when help was needed. Nothing less for Bulldogger country. Pool tables and outdoor dinning. Sadly they may have closed. Ginger, Lisa, Jenna missing you all. Please come back.

renner-stanley
03.06.2023

Although it was once known as the Thirty Turtle, a fantastic spot for socializing, it has now been rebranded as BACK ROADS. While the name and management have changed, it remains a wonderful destination.

navarrete-marco-1
03.06.2023

It's called backroads now. Owner is very nice.

florescu-fiodor
03.06.2023

This bar is full of very respectful fun loving people I've enjoyed every time I've been there. Come out and see for yourselves Peace Love and Respect to you all.

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