Formed in 2009, The McNellie’s Group owns and operates a number of restaurants and bars throughout Oklahoma. The venture was started in 2004 by principal owner Elliot Nelson, with the opening of James E. McNellie’s Public House in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma. The McNellie's Group portfolio includes McNellie's, El Guapo's Cantina, Yokozuna, Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge, Dilly Diner, The Tavern, Fassler Hall, & Elgin Park.