OK Charley’s

14/07/2024

Hey all,

We've seen a lot of new faces lately and have A LOT more events this year, so it felt like a good time to post a proper intro.

We're an authentic Texas-style barbecue pop up operating primarily at the Haddonfield & Haddon Heights Farmers' Markets.

I'm Nick - I started this business in late 2022 and we first served the public in May of 2023. Over the past four-ish years I've been going on what you could call BBQ pilgrimages, culminating with a string of trips to Austin and big events in Chicago & South Carolina, to tag along and work under the team at LeRoy & Lewis, soaking up everything I could learn from them and other renowned pitmasters. I've gotten to meet and learn from a lot of awesome people along the way.

This past May, we got to work one of those big events under our own banner, as we were invited to NYC to be highlighted along with a bunch of regional heavy hitters in Celebrate Big Apple BBQ.

We've been lucky to grow to an awesome, tight-knit little crew that really cares about what we put on the tray. We make everything from scratch (sides, sauces, rubs, sausages), source the best quality meats we can, and burn naturally seasoned South Jersey white & red oak.

When you're thinking about barbecue, keep us in mind. Give us a shot sometime if you haven't yet!

Haddonfield Farmers' Market: Saturdays 8:30am-1pm (except 7/27)
Haddon Heights Farmers' Market: Sundays 10am-1pm (except 7/28)

For other events, keep an eye on our events schedule, linked on our FB page. We also cater - message us any time to talk parties!

13/07/2024

We’ll miss you all this weekend- say hello to all of our friends at the market for us! Seeya on the 21st!

Local Jersey Fresh produce continues to thrive. We love our farmers and ALL the goods offered each week- as this Sunday looks like a beauty. Don’t forget your Knives and tools for some Humble sharpening!

Haddon Heights Farmers Market takes place every Sunday at the corner of Station and Atlantic Avenue. 10am-1pm!
Live music with John Shaughnessy sponsored by Allison Haug - The Pet Friendly Realtor
The lineup for July 14th:
Welcoming Whimsy Dash & Dabble, Aquaries,
And Camden County Certified Gardeners
SpringHouse Farms
Mari’s Market
Jersey Pickles
Bleaveithoney
Humble Bee Woodworks
Viereck Farms
Alaborofloaf
Traveling Tomato
Three 3's Brewing
Little Water Distillery
Marigold Bakes
Scrubalildeepa N Buckscobuys
GroovyBones
Mister Softee of the Haddons-Mt Laurel Areas
Maui Ice
Sourland Mountain Spirits
Sage Floral
Molto Bene Ravioli
Armageddon Brewing LLC
Peplowski Fruit Farm
Saras Produce
Not Just Hot Dogs
Far and Away Flower Farm
Kismet Bagels & schmear
Lemonade Bros

Spino Family LLC
@&bloom

08/07/2024

JULY SCHEDULE UPDATE

Thank you all for an amazing start to the summer season!

We have a planned off weekend coming up 7/13 & 7/14. There is no Haddonfield Farmers Market 7/13 due to the town’s fine arts festival, and we made the decision to let the team recharge and relax on 7/14 as well.

We’ll be back with all the goods on 7/20 in Haddonfield and 7/21 in Haddon Heights!

Our only other planned market absences of the season are in the last week of July - we’ll be off 7/27 and 7/28.

So to recap,
7/13-7/14: 🔴 we’re off
7/20-7/21: 🟢 Haddonfield & Heights markets
7/27-7/28: 🔴 we’re off
August: 🟢 back to business as usual!

We greatly appreciate the patience and support. OK Charley’s has grown from the biweekly “side hustle” it was last year to a second full time job, and we couldn’t have hoped for this good of a reception from all of you.

We’ll seeya in a couple weeks! Stay cool!
Nick

05/07/2024

04/07/2024

We sure did! Happy 4th all- thanks for coming out!

We had a time last night! Happy Independence Day, from the team here at HIP Inc.
📷 cred: .barrelmobile

04/07/2024

Since we started this business a little over a year ago, we’ve had some really cool experiences, but none more awesome than the opportunity to feed our boys at the end of the development camp these past two years.

We are so grateful to the Flyers family, and especially Nick Schultz & the player dev team, for giving us the opportunity to be a part of this exciting week each of the past 2yrs. And super grateful for this signed Scotty Laughton jersey - when we get into a brick and mortar space, this is going up!

03/07/2024

We’ll see you outside tomorrow 7/3 from 4-9, alongside .barrelmobile and Not Just Hot Dogs - live music by . We’re lined up for a clear, beautiful night!

30/06/2024

The menu for Haddon Heights Farmers Market tomorrow: Creekstone Prime Brisket, Pork Spare Ribs, Pulled Pork, Dill Potato Salad, Chili Crisp Slaw, Mac & Cheese, Smoked Cannellini Beans, Cucumber & Tomato Salad

📸 at Haddonfield Farmers Market today

23/06/2024

Here's what we're serving at Haddon Heights Farmers Market today from 10-1:

Oak-smoked meats:
Creekstone Farms Prime Brisket
Pork Spare Ribs
Pulled Pork
And our special: Smoked Jerk Chicken Thighs (try the sandwich too!)

Scratch-made sides:
Mac & Cheese
Smoked Cannellini Beans
Chili Crisp Slaw
Dill Potato Salad
And a special that's perfect for this heat- a bright Cucumber & Tomato Salad

As always, our housemade pickled cucumber, vidalia onion, & chopped long hots, and Liscio's Bakery round rolls for sandwiches.

22/06/2024

We’ll see you in Haddon Heights tomorrow 10-1!

Weekend rundown:

Saturday- we’re watching the Phils at 4pm. It’s cool inside, and the outdoor area is oh so nice when the sun goes down!

Sunday- OK Charley’s will be right across the street at the Haddon Heights Farmers Market with Stellar BBQ. Take the day off from cooking, grab some produce and walk on over to Tanner Brewing to cool off!

21/06/2024

Schedule for 6/22 & 6/23!

We'll have all the usual menu items: Creekstone Farms Prime Brisket, Indiana Kitchen Premium Pork Spare Ribs, Pulled Pork, and our scratch sides, sauces, and pickled items.

We also have a few specials. We made a fresh scratch batch of jerk marinade for some Jerk Smoked Chicken, which we're serving as a plate main or sandwich on a Liscio's Bakery round roll with fresh lettuce and tomato, some of our house pickled items, mayo, and a jerk glaze.

Also a side special to help beat the heat - a fresh, bright, Cucumber and Tomato Salad.

Come see us at Haddonfield Farmers' Market 8:30AM-1PM on 6/22, and Haddon Heights Farmers Market 10AM-1PM on 6/23!

20/06/2024

Come see us in Haddon Heights on Sunday 10-1

16/06/2024

Exciting news - in addition to our usual spot at the Haddonfield Farmers' Market on Saturday, we'll be at the Haddon Heights Farmers Market Sunday 10-1!

Preorder for 6/22 in Haddonfield & 6/23 in Haddon Heights via the links in the comments!

10/06/2024

We got you covered for Father's Day Weekend BBQ! Come see us 6/15 at the Haddonfield Farmers' Market !

All the usual items, plus our special:

Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Savory, glazed portions of Creekstone Farms Duroc Pork Belly, sliced into tender bites

PBLT
Duroc Pork Belly, plum tomato, romaine, pickled onion, garlic aioli, toasted white bread

01/06/2024

We will miss you all this weekend! Here are a few pics to remember us by until we return on 6/8 to Haddonfield Farmers' Market !

26/05/2024

Still thinking about the Pork Belly Pastra-nh Mi special from this weekend 🫠 thanks for another great market, we’ll see you again on 6/8!

24/05/2024

This past Monday, while we were slinging Banh Mi in Madison Square Park at an event a little pop up our size could only dream of being invited to, we hit the one year anniversary of our first event.

For our first Haddonfield Farmers’ Market pop up on 5/20/2023, we were an hour late as we learned several tough lessons that morning, and it poured rain on us all day.

We’re still learning, but at least we’re on time now 😅 We appreciate you all coming along on this trip with us, and look forward to another great market season!

We hope to see you Saturday 5/25 in Haddonfield, where we’ll have our usual Creekstone Prime Brisket, Pork Spare Ribs and Pulled Pork, as well as Pork Belly Pastrami as a special. Available a la carte or as a plate main, as well as in the Banh Mi recipe we put out in NYC Monday.

19/05/2024

Despite a little rain, beautiful kick off to the season yesterday, starting at Haddonfield Farmers' Market and then moving down the road to HIP inc. Rhythm & Brews.

Two sellout events in a day! We are so grateful to all of you for coming out - we missed ya! We’ll see you in Haddonfield 5/25 8:30A-1 (or sooner if you’re coming up to NYC 5/20 for !

Pictured:
1. Pulled Pork Sandwich
2-3. Pork Spareribs
4. Pulled Pork Sandwich w/ Is It Spicy Sauce Co. Mango Ginger Mami
5. Chopped Beef Sandwich
6-7. A couple pictures of our setup at Haddonfield & Haddon Heights
8. Two of our scratch sides, Potato Salad and Mac & Cheese

12/05/2024

Help us wish a Happy Mothers Day to the two moms who help make OK Charley’s possible!

My mom gives up her weeknights and weekends helping with prep and events, and remembers all the things we forget. She has been a partner in this from day one, when none of us knew what we were getting ourselves into. I never have to ask her for anything (in fact, I try not to to give her a break), but she’s there with whatever we need, usually already halfway done.

My wife Hope has our son 24/7 while I am tied up constantly between OK Charley’s and my full time day job, and she takes him with her to pick up our produce and supplies each week. She responds to the messages I miss and helps me keep track of tasks. You can’t take on the risk of a small business and two full time jobs without a very understanding, strong life partner.

Happy Mothers Day to all the moms out there!

-Nick

11/05/2024

It never ever gets old

08/05/2024

Join us on May 20 for all the barbecue you can eat at Celebrate Big Apple Barbecue, a fundraiser for Madison Square Park Conservancy!

Our team will be joined by over 20 of the region’s best BBQ masters at this fun summer event featuring unlimited beer, wine, and cocktails, the beautiful Madison Square Park lawns, and live country-rock tunes.

Tickets are ON SALE NOW and all proceeds support MSPC, the nonprofit that raises 100% of the funds to operate Madison Square Park.

We hope to see you there and you can get your tickets by visiting MadisonSquarePark.org or

13/04/2024

May Schedule Post
We can't wait to get back out to our favorite events and see you all

5/18 📍Haddonfield Farmers Market: ⏰8:30AM-1PM/sellout
5/18 📍Rythm & Brews Haddon Heights: ⏰3PM-9PM/sellout
5/20 📍Celebrate Big Apple BBQ: ⏰5:30 VIP, 6:30 General
5/25 📍Haddonfield Farmers' Market: ⏰8:30AM-1PM/sellout

Also, just a heads up, we'll be closed 6/1-6/2 due to personal conflicts. We'll be back at the Haddonfield Farmers' Market 6/8!

You'll be seeing a lot more of us this year! Exciting stuff lined up for Season 2 of OK Charley's!

As always, a huge thank you from our family to yours for coming along on this journey with us.

17/03/2024

Happy St Paddy’s Day, from our family to yours! Thanks again to all who grabbed some house cured & smoked Texas Pastrami today! Don’t forget to get those Easter preorders in for 3/30 pickup

10/03/2024

Easter weekend preorders are open! Pick up Saturday 3/30, order on our site by 3/24!

Vac sealed portions available by request!

27/02/2024

Texas Pastrami Prime Brisket Sandwich Kits available for 3/17 (St Pattie’s) pickup! Order by 3/1 through our site. Pickup will be from our kitchen in Mount Laurel.

This is not your typical pastrami. We cure prime briskets for 14 days and then smoke for 12-16 hours until it reaches the same tenderness and rendering as our normal prime brisket, and we slice it the same way.

Packages come with fresh rye bread, housemade Russian Dressing, our house Gold Sauce (dijon based bbq), our Chili Crunch Slaw, and our house pickled cucumbers.

Check the comments for how to order and a quick reel!

27/02/2024

Comment with your best brisket captions so we can steal them. We're fresh out of ideas 🙃

04/02/2024

Still need to lock up your spread for your Super Bowl party? We have slots for a couple more orders for delivery 2/11! Extending the order window until 2/7 (or sell out!)

DM for details, order through our site!

18/11/2023

Ribs please! While we may not be out there at events every weekend this time of year, we are always down to cater your party, throwdown, shindig, or hootenanny. Reach out for details!

04/11/2023

Rocking and rolling in Haddon Heights! Little under 2hrs left- come see us!

30/10/2023

Let OK Charley’s handle the food for Turkey Day!

Delivery included to select areas. We’ll bring it to you hot and ready on Thanksgiving morning!

Extremely limited availability here - message us ASAP if interested! Deadline 11/14.

Whole Turkey Package (serves 10-14):
Whole Brined & Smoked Bell & Evans Turkey
House Cranberry Sauce & House Gravy
6 Sides, 10” Cheesecake

Half Turkey Package (serves 5-8):
Half Brined & Smoked Bell & Evans Turkey
House Cranberry Sauce & House Gravy
6 Sides, 7” Cheesecake