The Rose District has the best concentration of independent restaurants in Broken Arrow, with a mix of casual American, barbecue, and local cafes. The broader city has the full range of chain options along Kenosha Street and 71st. For serious dining, downtown Tulsa is 20 minutes away and has a much deeper selection. Oklahoma barbecue — beef and pork, smoke-forward, served with white bread and pickles — is worth seeking out; there are several solid local practitioners in the area.