Love the sauce!!! Always love to eat here when in Llano. I picked the meat that I want right off…read morethe pit, I usually get the potatoes and cheese maybe some green beans and a little bit of cobbler. All the wonderful sauce you can eat and beans that comes with bread and jalapeños and pickles. I always get more than I can eat cause they always have foil and bags to bring home your food. For me this is the best barbecue in Texas.

I visited Cooper's for the first time yesterday Sunday afternoon, September 20, 2026. I've heard…read moregood things so I was excited to give him a try. When choosing my meat I let the server know that I wanted my meat lean. I asked for a slice brisket and a slice of sirloin. I also got a cup of green beans and coleslaw, and beans. The sides were very good buttttt.... The brisket was just OK, The sirloin was not good.I got the end cut where all the fat is. It was the long piece of fat that goes along the outside of the meat and that's what he chose to give me when I asked for a lean cut! I hardly got to eat any of the sirloin. Once I took the fat off of it there was not very much meat left, the meat that was left was tough and chewy and had pieces of gristle in it that you couldn't even bite through. I was very disappointed, but my dogs are very happy!

Fabulous barbecue! Drove to Llano on SH 29. It's on the right before you get in town…read more Inconspicuous signage says it's only open Saturday and Sunday. Opens at 11. You get to Tumlinson's before you reach the much more popular and more crowded Cooper's in town. Arrived around 1:30 on Saturday and there was only one car in the parking lot. No one else in the restaurant but no matter, the food is incredible! I don't believe there is something as the "best" barbecue. I think that there is a sort of supreme level that has a great smoke ring, a great bark, quality meat and basically melts in your mouth. So tender you can break it up with a fork but I might use a knife so I can create smaller pieces. THIS PLACE IS ALL OF THAT with perfect rendering and a master class in what a brisket should be. 5 out of 5. As good as any I have ever had and what I expect as the top of what barbecue brisket can be. The ribs were cooked perfectly with bountiful meat on the bone. The rub was not noteworthy but they were tasty and led me to use the sauce. The sauce is excellent - thick and vinegarry with a hint of sweetness. Only ordered one side - the potato salad. Much better than most. Not what I would put in the best category but totally worth eating. The pickles and onions? Wow! I wouldn't bother mentioning unless they were amazing. (Or terrible.) These were amazing! What I loved was that they cut up the onions in chunks rather than slices. The pickles were chunks of whole dills and not canned sliced pickles. Finally, I'll get to the ambiance. It's spacious with lots of seating inside. Good a/c. Two small windows that look out across the beautiful Hill Country for miles. Since the wildflowers were in epic form on the drive, the view was amazing this day. But it would be excellent without them. I should have taken a picture but I was too busy eating. We left Tumlinson's SmokyTop and went to Cooper's and as a comparison, I give the edge to Tumlinson's. The briskets were both in the same top echelon of what I expect a smoked brisket to be, but I think Tumlinson's was just slightly better. But where Tumlinson's crushes Cooper's is in the ambiance/atmosphere. Cooper's seating is indoor with no real outdoor tables. So you eat in a confined, windowless room that is not inviting. No music playing. Tumlinson's with no one else in it was memorable. I couldn't wait to get out of Cooper's. Felt a little creepy. Finally, Tumlinson's was selling brisket at $24 per pound while Cooper's was $26.99. This part is insignificant to me for the most part but there is a real price difference. Final verdict - Tumlinson's 5 out of 5. Cooper's 4.8 out of 5.

Local winner of the brisket competitions. Solid flavor and…read morefriendly family Catch him open and enjoy!

We found this place by a chance on the way to Colorado Bend State Park. I'm glad we found this…read moreawesome meat market! Staff were very friendly and helpful. I had sausage and thick cut beef jerky. Both were delicious! Especially the thick cut beef jerky was excellent!! The outside was very hard as normal, but the inside was moist and tender! This experience made me a fun of thick cut jerky :) I wish I brought a cooler to bring home some of their meat products with me. There are lots of great looking meats in the show cases and fridges.

I drive from Austin to San Angelo and back several times a month. There is nothing I do not like…read moreabout Miiller's Meat Market. The staff is very kind and helpful. The building is always spotless. Most of the time, Mr. Miiller is behind the counter. My guess is that when Mr. Miiller is not behind the counter greeting guests, he is working back in the kitchen. They have an excellent selection of chicken, meats, sausages, stuffed jalapenos, and more. Their smoked/ fully cooked sausages are amazing. Don't forget their baked potato salad, as it is the best I've ever tasted. Excellent desserts as well!

We have come to Mason for years but never tried this place. Today we decided to and so happy we…read moredid. We got a chopped beef sandwich and it was perfect. We also got some peach cobbler and it was yummy! Everyone there was so nice and the place was so nice. Will definitely go back soon! Also these are the best pickles EVER!! They were excited pickles. Haha

The original and historic Cooper's (purportedly a GW favorite) serving Southern charm and excellent…read moretater salad! Search carefully, this is one and only, worth the drive if you're on the hunt for classic quality BBQ. I'm not always a fan of brisket, but this one has a beautiful caramelized sear more reminiscent of meat candy than something out of a fire pit. It's hearty, smoky, and delicious. Peach cobbler was a bit crusty, but comforting nonetheless. Thanks to their lovely team for making us feel like family!

The burgers are out of this world and are matched only by the ambience. A true small town eatery…read morewith friendly people and a beautiful setting with the Llano River just a block or two away. Well worth the trip!

Cold beers and great conversations! Came inside and met some nice people and the owners.read more

I just liked the looks of the place as we pulled in. Beautiful old live oak trees hover over the…read moreseating on the patio and the parking lot, giving some blessed shade on a warm day. We walked in and were greeted with a warm and friendly welcome in by three surprisingly young guys. Before I could even open my mouth to say hello it hit me-- all those amazing BBQ smells. It's hard to talk when your mouth is watering! Small inside, true, but super clean and warmly decorated, gives me no qualms about whether this is a place I'd want to eat. I ordered the brisket plate with tangy slaw and German potatoes and really glad I did. The brisket was perfect - smoky and fall-apart tender. I ate as much as I could stuff down and my husband finished it off for me. The slaw was just tangy enough without being tart, and the potatoes were warm and creamy and reminded me of my grandma's. I will DEFINITELY be back.

Went into town to check out the Blue Bonnets in the neighborhood and got hungry afterwards and…read moredropped in for some BBQ. I would have to say that if anyone happens to be here and they are wanting some great brisket, ribs, etc., come here!! The brisket is super tender and moist, the ribs peeled right off the bone, the sides from the jalapeño that was wrapped in bacon and the greens and beans... definitely gonna visit here more often! The tables/benches and the entire feel to this place is great to eat in if your not on the go. And the staff, they're all awesome. Even Anna Kournikova would love this spot!!

Fun hill country ambience and friendly staff. The full bar…read moresurprised me but we opted for ice tea today. Looks good, though. Limp brisket taco and Carnitas taco - both outstanding. Tender moist meat, fresh fillings, great salsas. Very flavorful and one is plenty for a normal size entree. Elote with brisket is a must-order item. The chopped beef, hot Cheeto dust, lime and cilantro and cotija and crema are insane together. Highly recommended.

The food was AMAZING! You have to order at the counter, and they'll call you when your food is…read moreready. It's a small place inside, but there's plenty of outdoor seating. There's also plenty of parking, which is always a plus! My baby had the chicken quesadilla, and she LOVED it! It came with fruit and a juice, so I thought it was a great deal. My husband and I ordered Leroy's Smash Burger and the pulled pork sandwich. My favorite was definitely the Leroy's burger. SOOO GOOD! BTW I think their potato salad is fantastic! Really unique!

Food is consistently good! It's difficult to drive north on 281 without stopping for their BBQ…read more Kami is wonderful, she remembers names and favorites of regulars. She engages with family & friends and always wears a smile. We appreciate her positive and can-do attitude!

TLDR: Was visiting my daughter, we decided to do a little road trip to some hill cntry towns. I…read morethought we would do a bbq sandwich tour/comparison. I'd earmarked Old 300 as the place in Blanco, to go up against the others. We arrived on a Monday about 1:20p. After lunch hour, and the place was packed. (that's an indicator right there. One of the slowest days for restaurants during the week, and not at peak meal time.) The line went quick. They have what's listed as a "BBQ Sandwich" - it's a blend of chopped brisket and chopped pulled pork (not in long, stringy strands) together. We were going to hit other towns & sandwiches, so for the two of us we just ordered one sandwich and a side of potato salad. We got it to-go. Sat at an empty table. Got ourselves fixins - some doctored up onions (sliced, seems like they sauté them a little in butter and then top w fresh cracked black pepper), pickles, and both their Sweet and their Spicy sauces. They brought it out quickly, less than 5 min. We opted to just eat it there instead of take it to the next town. We topped with pickles, onions, and the Sweet sauce. Oh my freakin' sweet Lord! In this small Texas town with an unassuming spot a block and a half off the main road going through town, easily one of the top 5 bbq sandwiches of all time - no joke! To break it down, we tasted all items individually. The onions are delectable - softened from the sauté, good moisture from the butter, delicious. The Sweet sauce is crazy good. A fantastic balance of sweet, tang, & slight bite. I've never said this before but it's true - told my daughter, "I could just sit here and dip these pickles in this sauce for the next 30 minutes and be completely satisfied." The sauce, yes, is that good. Daughter is not a heat/spice lover, but she did try the Spicy sauce and we both thought it was definitely tame as far as heat goes. We both thought the Spicy sauce was okay. The Sweet sauce, though, stellar! We were overwhelmed by how good it all was. When we got to the car, I said, "All the ingredients together was like a symphony." Next time I visit her, am absolutely gonna suggest another drive out to Blanco specifically, to try some other items on the menu. But I can say this, for the BBQ Sandwich, pickles, doctored onions, and Sweet sauce alone, Old 300 is worth a generous drive and you will 100 percent be happy as a lark. Thanks for fantastic meal, Old 300. Will most definitely be back.

Came for lunch after a morning of hiking at inks lake. Parking lot (in the back of the building)…read morewas busy so I was surprised to only see a couple of tables occupied. Menu is on the wall and you order and pay at the counter. We got 1lb of ribs which comes with 3-6 depending on their size, 1 side of green beans and 1 side of potato salad, and a sweet tea. Total was about $40 My husband said these were the best ribs he's ever eaten. They had the right amount of smoke, the meat was juicy and fell off the bone. They don't have a lot of seasoning so the smoke and rib flavor really shinned through. The greens beans were the thick kind with onions and butter. Would definitely return.

My first time at Wingman Smoke House. It's a small unassuming restaurant that you might miss if…read moreyou weren't looking for it. Seems to be plenty of parking in the back and there is dining inside. I am not sure when they open, but when I got there just a little after 1pm on a Sunday, they had already sold out of the ribs. I ended up getting a pulled pork sandwich with a side of potato salad. Overall, I would say the pork was satisfactory, but I probably wouldn't order it again. The meat was very salty and I almost didn't finish it. There was quite a bit of fat with the meat. Topped with a few pickle chips but overall, pretty dry and again, way too salty. I will likely come back to try some ribs and brisket but I see I need to get there much earlier if I want that. The staff are nice. I was also shocked to see the prices. Someone posted a photo of their menu back in August 2024 (not even a year ago) but already the meat prices have doubled and in some... more than doubled.

Finally made it to Agape BBQ in Liberty Hill! Been on my "must try" list for SO LONG. Overall…read morerating? A+ Best brisket we have ever tried! And that says a lot, as we've been to Terry Black's, Interstellar, and Stiles Switch. Ribs were fall off the bone, tender, great black pepper based dry rub and meaty. Smoked turkey with their new white Carolina bbq sauce was incredible, and I'm glad we ordered extra for sandwiches tomorrow. Their house sausage had a great snap, juicy and perfect heat level. Loved their sides too. Chili-lime corn salad was crisp and refreshing - it just needs more lime juice for my taste buds. Easy fix. Hatch green chili Mac & Cheese was creamy and full of unique flavor. The pinto beans though? OFF THE HOOK... tons of meat, tender beans, seasoned superbly with cilantro, onion and garlic. I could eat just those and be happy! Bbq sauce was spot on too! Definitely tasted some smoked paprika and well balanced with sweet to tangy. I wish they bottled and sold it. Must must go back and try their other sides and dill brined chicken. The backyard looks like a perfect spot to enjoy a beer and some live music. (It was 97 degrees so we sat inside.) I'll keep my eyes on events there. Shaded trees and a nice open space. Friendly staff, great desserts we haven't ried yet, and a cozy modern space inside to enjoy some of the best BBQ in Austin metro! Don't sleep on this place!

We've always gone to this place mid afternoon on a Saturday, so there's usually no wait. Both times…read morewe've been the food has been really solid, close to great, not exceptional. I prefer the ribs over the brisket. My husband has had the sausage, & he likes it! There's several tables spread out inside. & they've got a very large outdoor area,which I've never seen anyone at...but it's also probably not been the best weather or busy enough.