We absolutely love Texas Traditional! Today while I was in…read moreBelton, I purchased bbq from Millers and Schoepfs. They were not near as good and actually almost double the price! Texas Traditional has been my favorite for as long as I've lived in Austin area, 13 years. We've tried many bbq places and Texas Traditional runs with the best of them! Thank you TEXAS TRADITIONAL for hanging in there! It's not about the sides or the building, it's all about the BBQ!!!

I don't get it. It should have been good. Was in Manor this…read moreweekend, visiting my mother-in-law and she asked for BBQ. Wife seemed to recall a hole-in-the-wall red building that sold it. When I saw it, I was SO excited. It was old, rickety, paint pealing and should've been condemned. I loved it! Exactly what I'd expect for good barbecue. Ordered two sliced brisket plates and a chopped brisket sandwich plate. Got the food to-go and headed to the house. I was SO disappointed with just about everything. MIL thought the sandwich was good, but she didn't get her coleslaw side. Wife's meat was good, but her coleslaw (and mine) wasn't goof. Very vinegary and not creamy at all like I'm used to for coleslaw. My brisket, however was horrible. It was more fat than meat and I couldn't eat it it was so fatty. In addition to the coleslaw, the green beans I got was in desperate need of salt. Really disappointed overall. Maybe it was an off day or something, but just wasn't worth it imo.

Wonderful BBQ!! We had the plate, which includes three meats of your choice. I got the pork ribs,…read morebrisket, and cheddar-jalapeño sausage, and all three were packed with flavor and incredibly juicy. The pork ribs had an amazing smoky flavor and a great crust -- absolutely delicious! For my two sides, I chose the green beans with fresh garlic and the mac and cheese, which had the most wonderful crunchy topping. The BBQ sauces were delicious, and the sweet tea was true Texas tea -- definitely approved! I also loved the little details. Every table was stocked with paper towel rolls and their house-made BBQ vinegar hot sauce, which was such a nice touch. The staff was incredibly welcoming and friendly, too. Overall, Southside Market & BBQ is a fantastic place to stop, especially if you're traveling through the area. And a huge bonus -- THEY OPEN AT 9 AM! That's some Texas BBQ dedication right there. 10/10 -- great food, great service, and a true Texas BBQ experience!

We made a trip to eat at Southside Market to try the Beef sausage. I saw a story on TV about their…read morefamous "The Original Elgin Hot Guts". It is worth the stop. The sausage was very good and flavorful. I have tried plenty of sausages in my time and Southside is very good. If you are in the Austin area you need to stop by and see for yourself. The place has plenty of seating and even a drive thru. We ¾ pounds which is plenty for 2 people. For the sides we shared the green beans and potato salad. The sides are very good and a must try. They have a vinegar sauce on the table you can use on the meat. I liked it and gave the sausage a thang. The price is comparable to other BBQ joints. Plus you can buy the sausage in some groceries stores. I need to try and see if it taste the same.

Used to live in Austin and came back into town for work, so of course I had to get some good ol'…read moreTexas BBQ. And after all these years, Stiles Switch is still my favorite! Came through on a Thursday evening after a long day of twrk. Place was busy when we swung by, but the line moved quickly and I had my food in no time. Plenty of space to sit too, so I ended up sticking around to watch some football while destroying my plate~ Inside/Outside - 5/5 This is exactly the kind of BBQ joint I want. Lots of space, plenty of people coming and going, and just a lively atmosphere overall. Even though it was busy, I never felt like I was fighting for space or waiting forever. Not too loud but good energy. Grabbed my food, found a spot, and stayed awhile to watch football. Can't complain. Customer Service - 5/5 Customer service was astounding. Everyone was friendly and moved things along quickly despite how busy it was. Each person took their time to greet customers. I got the tater tot casserole and apparently ended up with a portion that had a little too much cheese. Their solution? Give me some extra tots to balance everything out. That's what I call problem solving~ Food - 5/5 I got the Two Meat Plate with brisket and pork rib, along with brussel sprouts and tater tot casserole for my sides. The brisket - good lawrdt! So tender it melted in my mouth. Both the brisket and pork rib were seasoned incredibly well and had plenty of flavor without needing to drown anything in sauce. The sides didn't disappoint either. Brussel sprouts were delicious with a nice tangy sweetness and the tater tot casserole was cheesy, hearty, and filling. And as mentioned above, the extra tots certainly didn't hurt! Portions were massive. I probably could have turned what I didn't finish into two additional meals, but my stomach was telling me to keep going while my brain was begging me to stop. Years later and after trying plenty of BBQ spots, Stiles still holds the throne for me in Austin. TL;DR - Overall: 5/5 - Still my favorite BBQ spot in Austin! - Busy but got my food quickly and room to sit with my friends - Plenty of space to hang out - Stayed to watch some good ol' Thursday night football - Awesome customer service + bonus tots! - Brisket was melt-in-your-mouth delicious - Tater tot casserole and brussel sprouts were solid sides - HUGE portions. Easily could have had two more meals - EZ parking - Good ol' Texas BBQ and happy tummies

Came in on the recommendation of a family member…read more Very friendly staff, plenty of seating, and the barbecue was great. Would definitely come back and try other meats.

Finally got back to Franklin bbq. Was here last year for a conference in round rock and made it…read morethere now back here again a year later and wanted to make sure I returned. Did not disappoint. Me and my work compadre showed up and they handed him a sign that said last person standing, that means no more brisket after us and to let others that follow us know. Kind of sad to be the ones to let the others know. But man we lucked out! They run out every afternoon. They still had most of the other meats but we were there mainly for the brisket. We split 1 lb of brisket and 1 lb of pork ribs. Potato salad, coleslaw along with the complimentary pickles shed onions you serve yourself. Absolutely delicious. Best brisket and ribs I've ever had and I smoke a lot of meat myself including brisket. Mines good but not this good. Last time I was here an elderly gentleman leaned over and said the slices of bread you don't eat are great to use as napkins. He was right! Unconventional but it works better than paper napkins. Service is fantastic and everyone seems to love working there. They have a lot of swag too. I bought a t shirt. Place is super busy and a lot of non stop activity. The decor is cool too. Each time I wondered if a table would be available when we needed one and both times there were. We sat at a table with others that had room and they invited us to sit down before we asked. Texas hospitality! There are a few outdoor tables too. Hopefully I'll be back next year.

Now I know what real barbecue should taste like. This was our first stop in Austin and it was…read moreawesome. We stopped in about an hour before closing which had its pros and cons. The pro being the line was super short and the con being brisket was the only meat option available. We were blown away with how perfectly tender the brisket was. We could have used a plastic fork to cut it because it just melted in your mouth. We also got each of their sides and all were perfect! Franklin Barbecue is a must visit while in Austin. I'll be thinking about this place for a while, it was that good.

Stack City BBQ & Beer formerly known as Slab BBQ has been rebranded (North Research location)…read more According to store staff, Mark Avalos - owner & pitmaster - is still involved in the business. Slab BBQ almost went out of business, however, with new investors and partners were able to stay afloat. The million dollar question...are those strawberry habanero glazed ribs exactly the same. The response...a resounding yes! The were super tender, expertly flavored and drizzling in the the strawberry habanero glaze. Many of the former menu items can still be ordered at Stack City. In addition, during Thursday Happy Hour, you can get the ribs at half price. Stack City has a laid-back, chill vibe. We are definitely experiencing some tough economic times throughout the United States. It is good to see that this business was able to survive this economic downturn.

Stack City is a cool BBQ spot! I am stopped in as a visitor from out of town, and I was shocked to…read morebe the only patron for most of my visit outside of a few take out orders. I think Austin might be sleepin' on this place! I got the Texas Tornado, which is essentially a BBQ burrito - bbq meats, beans, and mashed potatoes (I removed the onions and jalapeños). You add your own sauces to your liking - the Gold sauce was my favorite! The portion was enormous, so I ended up only eating half. I wish I could've done a half order and maybe tried more sides. The space is great - fun decor, a cute bar, fun staff! I wish they would've talked up the menu a little more after I said I was from out of town. Given the low traffic, I had hoped for a more personable interaction. I hope this place gets more in-restaurant diners. I hope to be back!

My husband took me to Micklethwait for a late lunch on Saturday. I'd been to their trailer 5 or so…read moreyears ago, but never to their permanent location. I also wasn't much of a meat eater back in those days, so I mostly had tried their sides. Now we're both on keto, so we go for just the meat. The meat was some of the best I've had lately! If I had one criticism, the brisket was just the slightest bit dry, but it had the perfect amount of fat to still make it taste good, and the smoky flavor was perfect! The turkey was moist, and probably my favorite part of the meal. We didn't order sides, but the included pickles were better than standard. It was rainy when we went there, so everyone was packed inside. There were barely enough tables. Their outside seating is not covered. There was no line, and my husband had finished our order by the time I had shaken out my umbrella. The air conditioning was a little too cold for a rainy day. The parking lot is all designated handicapped parking, but we got street parking right next to the building. Since we live on the east side, Micklethwait is convenient, and it has earned a place among our favorite places to go eat!

The TLDR: I would come back but ONLY for take out. The potato salad is a rock star!…read more We stopped by for a late lunch on a Saturday in August and may have just had some poor timing. The weather was unbearably hot which also affected our visit because we couldn't eat outside. The issue: The dining room is small and can only hold so many people. We ordered quickly and the food was ready almost immediately. But we had no where to sit! So we stood there with food in hand (kinda in the way of the workers and other patrons) waiting for people to vacate. Part of the problem was there were two tables occupied without any food and they were just talking. At other places, this is awesome. But a place with limited seating: nope! So our food was cold and the grits congealed while we waited to sit down. The service: all of the staff we interacted with were kind, friendly, and helpful. They were a highlight of our visit. The sides: We had the Green Chili Grits and the Potato Salad. Both were excellent but the potato salad was maybe the best I've ever had. For me, it was perfection because it wasn't too "wet" and the dill was just a fantastic add. The meats: We had the beef brisket and the sausage. Both were very good. I preferred the sausage but maybe just got a less than perfect piece of the brisket. The parking: also not great. There is street parking but also a back lot they direct you to off of Springdale. But they don't really have a safe/marked path to get you to the building. Just loose gravel where you're at risk of an ankle sprain. Maybe they will consider expanding the inside space? That would really help. I'd still come back because the food was really fantastic, but only for take out where I wouldn't have to deal with parking or finding/waiting for a table.

Great burger! The fried mushrooms are money too! I will definitely be back again. .........read more

I've been trying to get this burger for a couple of years but every time I'm in the area, they are…read moreclosed. I'm glad I stopped today! The burger was very good and made fresh! The owner was very nice. It's a food truck but there's a nice sitting area if you would like to sit outside but it was too hot for me .

The brisket sandwich was one of the best I've had in my life. You can tell when bbq is made with…read morelove and this was made with love. It's a hidden spot but definitely worth it.

Food was good, I will come back to try more another time. Has that back yard relaxed vibe to it !!read more

Parish BBQ is officially on my Top 3 most recommended barbecue places in Austin! The creole/cajun…read moreflavors are so unique and such an excellent twist to break away from the mundanity of "just another BBQ spot." The Food I Got/What You Should Get: - Pulled Duck: MUST TRY! The pulled duck was an absolute showstopper. It was incredibly moist and tender that it basically melted like butter when I ate it. And with the chicharrón, it was absolutely excellent. I actually cried. Don't judge me but I literally cried. - Sliced Brisket: Your run of the mill brisket with both moist and dry portions. Not a standout by any means but still great. - Pimento Mac and Cheese: MUST TRY! My favorite side and one that I am now recommending to anyone that will let me tap about it. The creaminess of the cheese sauce was perfectly balanced with an explosion of robust creole flavors. I actually think it might be the best in the city. - Cream Corn Maque Choux: A nice soulful blend of that creole based seasoning that is a nice answer/touch away from terry blacks sweet cream corn. Highly recommend. Other Things to Know - They have two sauces that you can try. I recommend their tabasco vinegar red sauce which they say they make with a strawberry purée. The creole mustard is good but the red sauce is so unique and flavorful. - The pickles are also a really surprising stand out as well. If you are a pickle lover, you will absolutely adore these. Service/Experince - Parish runs a food truck that runs outside of Austin Beerworks back area. - Something to consider is that it did not have an awning when we first came here and during the Austin summer that was a big deal. We could t stay outside for more than 4-5 minutes but luckily the buzzers they give you can reach the inside of the Beerworks. - The staff was extremely friendly and were willing to chat through all of the different ways they make their food, sauces and etc. I really appreciated their kindness as I talked their ear off about food in Austin haha. - The area where the trailer sits was under construction when we first went so it was a little dusty with construction signs everywhere, but that never deterred me from a good meal!! Overall: - This is a must try place to eat. Go get some BBQ and then go inside to get a beer from Austin Beerworks. What an incredible edition to the city!

parish is located in the back of austin beerworks…read more ended up doing the holy trinity which comes with 3/4 lbs of brisket, 3/4 lbs of ribs, and a sausage as well as 3 sides which we did the potato salad and 2 orders of mac n cheese. also got the boudin balls (star of the show) the brisket was quite dry to be honest. the ribs were stellar, fall off the bone and well seasoned as a standalone meat. the pimento mac n cheese was al dente and thick with their cheese sauce. i always appreciate the thoughtfulness of a place that includes bread crumbs on their mac n cheese. the boudin balls were amazing due to their addition of brisket!! it was so peppery and savory with a crust that wasn't too thick nor thin. the potato salad was standard, not super memorable. overall yummy and they were super nice !!

Great brisket sandwich! Awesome chicken fried steak!…read moreMiss having John there to greet us! Wonderful Pflugerville restaurant!

John "MF'n" Brotherton was a growing tour de force in Central Texas BBQ, holding down the northern…read moreAustin metropolitan area with Brotherton's Black Iron Barbecue. John passed away in early 2024, while his family took over the shop in Pflugerville. Now just about a decade after opening shop, Brotherton's is closing down at the end of August. Following John's passing, they've hit a few road bumps from the rising cost of beef that's been plaguing Texas BBQ. Earlier in January they posted on social media how they were struggling, and again last spring. At the start of August, the Brotherton's family announced Brotherton's Black Iron BBQ in Pflugerville was shuttering for good at the end of August. Knowing this would be the last time I would be able to try it, my buddy and I took an extended lunch break on a Friday to give it a shot. Upon arrival at just around 11:50, we noticed that the parking lot was packed with multiple food trucks and other businesses filling the shopping center. We got lucky with a parking spot far away as we marched inside to wait in line. On the door lay plenty of stickers from different BBQ joints from Texas and beyond, with even some coming from overseas. The line moved slowly but surely, and as we got to the front we got our three-meat plate with a bonus slice of turkey for good measure. We ended up getting to Brotherton's at the perfect time because we got the final slices of brisket on that glorious Friday. I'll share my thoughts on everything we tried: Brisket: Though it looked like a great cut that was nicely seasoned, it was pretty fine overall. Nothing remarkable about their brisket while still very fatty. Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage: Juicy, cheesy, not really too spicy on the jalapeño side of things, but that might just be from the mildness of jalapeños these days. Pork Ribs: These suckers looked incredible from the pictures I saw online and on social media, but they were kinda disappointing based on how incredible they looked visually. They were good, just not as epic as I was hoping. Turkey: Turkey is underrated in the BBQ scene, and this is no exception. A nice cut of meat! Cornbread Casserole: I could've eaten the whole thing myself, so it was a shame that we were sharing. Green Chili Mac and Cheese: I'll repeat myself. I could've eaten the whole thing myself, so it was a shame that we were sharing. As a whole, I'm very glad I gave them a shot before I would never be able to again. That's the hardest part about Texas barbecue. The best places and the historic spots can drop in a moment's notice when hardships hit or the meat prices skyrocket. Sadly, I can tell that they're already at the end of their rope with certain menu options like the loaded nachos and baked potatoes, which always seem like the sign of the end. And with how the food was simply just decent overall, it's hard to justify the rising prices. I see reviews all over saying their quality has fallen off year after year following JMFB's passing, and it makes sense: he was the heart and the soul of the business. When that vaporizes overnight, it's only a matter of time. I don't wish for the downfall of any spot, but I understand that it's bound to happen to certain ones. RIYL: Paying respects to one of the greats in Texas BBQ