This was THE bbq experience I was hoping for. Visiting from WA state, the bestie brought me here and we did not hold back. Unfortunately did not get pictures I would have liked because I was face first in the best bbq I've ever had. Worth the 3 hour wait in my opinion. Operations are run so smooth for the massive crowd. Super friendly staff! Cant wait for my next visit to Austin! Beef kielbasa Beef rib Peach tea pork belly Ribs Brisket Beet salad Mac & Gouda Smoked scalloped potatoes (next level good) Potato salad Carrot cake Banana pudding Smoked cabbage wedge (special for the day) read more

Interstellar BBQ - Entrance - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

It's Texas BBQ, so one has to judge honestly and with conviction: Kielbasa sausage 5/5 Beef short rib w/ chimichurri 4.5/5 Peach tea pork belly 4/5 Brisket 3/5 (dry, and a touch over seasoned) Scalloped potatoes 5/5 Mango coconut rice pudding 4.5/5 Ambience is very friendly and welcoming. Staff is super helpful. Get here by 10 am on weekends, an hour before they open. 4/5 would visit again read more

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Pro Tip, get there early! Interstellar was an afterthought for BBQ for the day. Having never explored or been to Austin before, my only point of reference was Franklin BBQ, from food shows. So I wasn't prepared for the long wait when we arrived at 11:45 and waited for 3 hours. James was very helpful and was constantly updating customers in the wait time(s) and what meats were available and what their availability was projected to have for you based on time. Unfortunately we did not get to experience the brisket or the beef rib. But I don't think that mattered because the duck, pork belly, and pork ribs were out of this world. The Mac n cheese and chorizo grits were phenomenal. The duck was smokey with a rich texture and amazing sauce to accompany it. The duck was served on a separate plate so the other meats didn't interfere with this dish. The peach tea pork belly was incredible. This dish could be served at a high end steak house and compete with the best. Which is probably why they have a Michelin star. It was tender and smokey but with an amazing peach glaze that was not over powering and allowed the bellies smokey flavor to come through. The pork ribs were fall off the bone with great flavor and a very good smoke ring. But like the other meats we tried, the smoke was not over powering. The food is 5 star and so was the service. 4 stars only because we did not get to try the brisket to round out the experience. Definitely get the mac n cheese, very flavorful. If kids don't like the "fancy" Mac n cheeses I would pass on it for them because it does have a nice Gouda flavor. Slackers brewing is at the end of the shopping center, grab a couple beers while you stand in line. James suggested them and it did not disappoint. Overall, this worth the long wait. And if you are coming to Austin for vacation or work and want to try local bbq that is amazing, give this place your time! read more

Interstellar BBQ - Pork belly, pork ribs, chorizo grits, mac n cheeses. - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Loved this place. Def get there early, the line can get a bit long. The brisket is tender and the Gouda Mac and beets were some really solid sides. Staff are super friendly and attentive- read more

Interstellar BBQ - Duck - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I was baffled by the wait, but I hate to say it ended up being worth it. Despite lining up around 9:50AM, we still didn't get to order until around 11:45. They definitely have a slower process than other BBQ joints. The place itself is smaller and more of a unique/modern BBQ vibe. Everything we ordered was so damn good, so truly it was worth it for us. If you're looking for a bit of a twist on traditional BBQ...this is a great spot to try. I wouldn't make this a "go to" place unless the wait times change. Nonetheless enjoyed everything! read more

Interstellar BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've only had them once and ordered ahead, so take this review with a grain of salt. I was excited to try another Michelin-starred BBQ spot while we were in town for a wedding. Since we were pressed for time, we ordered ahead for pickup. When I arrived around 11:15 a.m., the line was already incredibly long probably at least an hour wait. Thankfully, I was able to go straight to the pickup counter without any issues. We ordered a pound each of brisket, peach pork belly, and pulled lamb, along with the slaw and scalloped potatoes. The brisket had a solid bark, but we clearly received the flat. It was very lean and unfortunately bordered on dry. The flavor didn't quite wow us either, which was disappointing. The peach pork belly was probably our favorite -- rich, sweet, and fatty in the best way. I do wish there had been a bit more meat relative to fat, but overall I still really enjoyed it. The pulled lamb was good, though it lacked the smoky depth I was hoping for. The sides were good, but not particularly memorable. Overall, it was an okay meal. Since we did takeout, that may have impacted the quality and texture. Still, based on this experience, I think there are stronger BBQ options in Austin. In my opinion, Corkscrew BBQ in the Houston area might still be the better Michelin-starred BBQ spot in Texas. read more

Interstellar BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We were originally planning to stay in Austin just so we could try this place but opted to stay in San Antonio instead since there was more to do for kids. Nonetheless we made a day trip to Austin (about 4hrs roundtrip) to go fulfil a craving.....however it was pretty underwhelming. Maybe they were having a bad day. Got there around 11am and ordered around 12:30p, starving and hopeful it was going to mind blowing. We ordered the popular pork belly, a mix of brisket/burnt ends, 1 polish sausage, 1lb if ribs, duck and sides (scallop potatoes, beets and coleslaw). Surprisingly the duck was probably the best, followed closely by the pork belly. The brisket, ribs and sausage were tough and dry. The much raved about scallop potatoes also tasted dry and possibly reheated. Beets/slaw were refreshing but not enough to save the meal. We were informed that this place was top 3 in Austin and of those 3 out was the most affordable. We ate at Pinkertons 2 days prior in SA and not only was it almost half the price of Interstellar it tasted so much better. We really didn't need to waste 6hrs of our vacation for this. Giving 3 stars because staff were very friendly and a couple of the items were enjoyable. read more

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Ooof - really really wanted to like this place. To skip to the end, Terry Black's and Franklin's are BY FAR better than this spot. Bbq was decent, but not 2 hour wait decent and for a party of 3 it costed us $170. The beef rib was good but that was about it. None of the sides stood out, the bbq sauce was slightly off balance between tangy and sweet. Overall this is above average but far from interstellar. read more

Interstellar BBQ - Specials as of Nov 1, 2025. Arrived 11:10 wait was 75 minutes didn't eat till almost 1230 - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

I visited on a weekend and stood outside in cold weather right after I said I wasnt going to do that. When I arrived around 1015am there were like 30 ppl in front of me.....by the time they opened at 11.....it was nearly 60 people so the line grows very quickly in blink of an eye. Similar to many other craft bbq places. They have room for about the first 25 in line to go inside, then you have a second round of waiting if youre further back in the line like me. It took about 1 hour to finally step in the front door. The main problem here is the meat station takes a while. Then they only have 1 register too. They really need 2 meat stations I think to alleviate line problems. We ordered 4 meats, 2 sides, 1 dessert and 1 drink and total was $97. I picked 1/2 lb fatty brisket, 1/2 lb short rib, 1/4 lb pork belly, 1/2 lb beef sausage. Seating inside is sort of small, and we had to resort to sitting at the stools along the wall in the back room. The short rib was the star of the show. Brisket tasted very similar to my fav bbq spot in Houston. Pork belly was good but you have to put so many sauces on it to make it this way. Sausage I wasnt a big fan of. On subsequent visits I would try the pork instead of the beef version. The sides were grits and scalloped potatoes. Grits were interesting, but I'm not a big fan of them normally. The potatoes turned out to be a nice side to go along with our eats. The banana pudding was really good with a caramel swirl throughout. But it was,of course, super sweet. Overall, it was worth the wait for a very good meal. My stomach was very happy after leaving this spot. read more

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Amazing chimichurri beef ribs. My husband had the pork belly with peach tea glaze. My dad stole most of that - everyone loved it. I love their gouda Mac & Cheese. The scalloped potatoes were a lovely compliment. All of the sides are incredible, and we've added it as one of our favorite haunts when we visit home! Thanks to an amazing crew, your service is unparalleled and we felt right at home. read more

Interstellar BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Queue up early! The line is part of the fun. We arrived at 9:30am, and we were inside by 11:15am We ordered brisket, beef and pork ribs, lamb, sausage, turkey, pork belly, grits, and Mac & cheese. We left with belly aches, but it was totally worth it. Our faves were the pork ribs and lamb. Honestly everything was delicious. The only thing I might pass on next time would be the turkey and the grits because they had a curry flavor, though by boyfriend disagrees and thought they tasted like cheese and chorizo (which is what they should taste like), but I'm sticking to the curry flavor and, even though I like curry, I guess I don't like it in grits. I didn't think I'd like the Mac & cheese, but it was delish. I feel like I didn't need sides with all that meat though. Everyone who worked there was so friendly, and that all made sure it was an excellent experience. It would've been nice to have a heater while waiting in line in January, but whatevs. We survived! read more

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The mac and cheese was amazing. And the potatoes with the burnt cheese was great. The star of the show though, the pork belly. It picked up every ounce of the smokers essence. The brisket was tender and juicy. But to salty for my family's taste. And the rib was a bit over done, for me. There was a huge line outside, so kind of happy they honored our online order time. But its not worth the hype in my book. read more

Interstellar BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

It's easy to see how Interstellar BBQ won a Michelin star !! Their barbecue is out of this world! My brother and I stopped there on the way back from Leander (for the Yelp Elite week at Daddy's Chicken Shack). We had been hearing great things about the barbecue and took the opportunity to try it out, since I don't go that far north very often. We arrived around 3:30 and there was no line, since they close at 4:00. Tip: this is the best time to go there. They let you know which BBQ options are still available. We ordered from what was left. They offer items you won't find at any other BBQ restaurant: - Peach Tea Pork Belly: Slowly smoked until tender then glazed with their homemade peach tea glaze - Pulled lamb shoulder: Juicy pulled American lamb shoulder seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic, and a splash of rice vinegar - 2 Pork Spare Ribs: Cheshire pork spare rib; a little sweet, a little heat; dry rub, no sauce; succulent and melted in our mouth! - Tipsy Turkey: Turkey breast brined in citrus, herbs, and Live Oak Hefeweizen, seasoned with salt and pepper. Each meat was delicious...seasoned and cooked to perfection! It came with their pickled cucumber salad. We enjoyed the meal inside, and I enjoyed looking at all their Interstellar posters on the wall. The servers were so friendly and informative. They told us how the smoker employees worked all night smoking the meats. read more

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Ended up not being for us after seeing all the hype unfortunately. Wait was about 1.5hrs which we were aware of prior from other reviews so no big deal there. They do have a little coffee shop you can order from which was pretty good but its on average $6 for a small cup so thats a bit steep. We spent about $180 for food and tip. Brisket - 1 pound Lamb - 1/4pound Jalapeno sausage - 1 link Beef short rib - 2 of those Pork belly - 1 of those Mac n cheese - single Scallop potatoes - single Charro beans - single Potato salad - single Banana pudding- 1 Let's get into the meat (again not a huge bbq fan) Pork belly - hard no for me but that is a specific texture you have to like to eat. Very blubbery/chewy 0/10 Short Rib - hard no too unfortunately which i thought i was going to like this one. The char on top was a bit much seasoning for me and it was a weird mushy texture. 2 bites and I was all the way out. Brisket - it was good but nothing crazy 7/10. Ended up being a little too salty when dipped in the bbq sauce. The lean was good for me and my s/o liked his that had a bit more fat Lamb - eeeeeeeh the after taste got me which its lamb and thats just how it goes. It was tender and a good texture though just couldnt get pass the after taste Jalapeno cheddar sausage - it was alright nothing too crazy there. To the sides Potatoe salad- 10/10 for me its the best thing I got on out plate Mac n cheese- was pretty good id say 8/10 noodles cooked well cheese sauce Scallop potatoes - not a fan just didnt taste rhat great to me Charro beans - i was pretty disappointed in this one. The flavor was there but the beans just weren't cooked all the way. Banana pudding - had decent flavor however it was more on the watery side like it hadn't set properly. The staff were really nice and kept updating everyone with wait time read more

Interstellar BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

We arrived at Interstellar early, and by the time the doors were open, a long line had formed. Unlike a number of other bbq joints, Interstellar knows how to handle the line, and it moved quickly. We ordered brisket, ribs, and pork belly. All were delicious. The staff is helpful and friendly. There's plenty of indoor seating. read more

Interstellar BBQ - Brisket, ribs, and pork belly. - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Interstellar is officially my favorite Texas BBQ spot. My friends suggested this place and I went into without any expectations. The brisket is usually where I determine how I feel about a spot and Interstellar knocked it out of the park there. But where they got me was with their special of the day, which was Duck. Simply incredible and will be back the first chance I get! The staff were extremely helpful and kind, they provided updates on how much of which meats were left (for those in line). They also help with finding seating once you get your food. The layout of the place is stylish with cool wall art along with their Michelin recognition. read more

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I can easily see why this place won a Michelin star. The food here is absolutely delicious. I strongly recommend that you arrive early. The hours are 11 am - 4 pm. My wife and I arrived around 2:30 pm. To our disappointment, most items were already sold out. The only meat items left were the Tipsey Turkey, Chicken and Sausage. I'll be honest. I've never ordered Turkey at a BBQ spot before. And I was blown away by the flavors and seasoning. Easily some of the best turkey I've ever had. It just goes to show you how good their food is that they run out of food within 3 hours. The potato salad, jalapeño slaw and Mac & Gouda were great sides as well. But the sausage and turkey were the stars of the show in my opinion. The place has a nice setup and offers both indoor and outdoor seating options. If you sit outside, be aware of bugs. We had to brush flies away from our food while we ate. But the food was amazing, the service was great and the place had nice ambiance. I plan to return early next time as there are a ton of food options on the menu that look good, but I didn't get to try. read more

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In town visiting from NC. Stopped by for lunch on Sunday. The wait time wasn't too bad (45mins at 1:30p.) The pork ribs and smoked lamb were delicious!! I wasn't a fan of the bbq sauce. Also tried the smoked sausage, also very good. The sides I tried were ok. The beet salad was a little too earthy for my taste. Cole slaw was fresh but a little on the plain side. Potato salad good, like homemade, but again fell a little flat for my liking. Huge portions! So be prepared. Meets are sold by the pound or half pound. The single serving size of the sides can easily feed 2. Staff was fabulous- friendly & helpful. I'm glad I checked them out but not sure I'll rush back the next time I'm visiting. read more

Interstellar BBQ - The tray at the bottom of this pic included chopped brisket, smoked sausage, pork ribs, smoked lamb, slaw, potato salad & carrot cake - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

We had an out of town guest for Monday and since they are closed, we decided to come Sunday. Based on reviewers, we arrived shortly before 10am and there were probably 50 people in line. We finally got to the order counter by noon. Since seating was limited, we decided to get it all to go. The brisket and turkey were very tasty, not so much on the jalapeño popper sausage, no spice and could have had more flavor but they are HUGE links and pricey for everything. Favorite sides was the beets, everything else were ok. The Mac n cheese would be better with a smaller sized pasta, too bulky and on the dry, stickier side. We did not like the complimentary beans, way too salty and tasted like ranch style beans with chili powder. I'm not sure we would stand in line for bbq from anyone, it was good but it's exhausting to wait so be patient and prepared! read more

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I really wanted to like Interstellar as I came here for my birthday. And there were aspects of it that were great but I have to give it three stars. First off, we waited 3 hours on a brisk Sunday morning (we showed up at 10:40, about twenty minutes before opening and ended up sitting down to eat with our food at 1:40). We got the brisket, prime rib short rib with chimichurri sauce, jalapeno popper sausage, and peach tea glazed pork belly. For sides, we got the jalapeno cole slaw, mac and gouda, and smoked scalloped potatoes. Finally, we got the peach cobbler rice pudding. The standout to the meal was definitely the short rib with the chimichurri sauce. The meat fell off the bone, was juicy and tender and the sauce complimented it perfectly. The peach tea pork belly was next best - super unique and interesting take on pork belly that delivered on flavor. The sausage was above average but nothing too crazy. The brisket was honestly a disappointment, too dry for me. For sides, they were all solid but the scalloped potatoes were the best probably. The rice pudding was great too. Overall, food was pretty good but we didn't think it was worth a three hour wait. Plus although we did over order a bit, it came out to $150 for three people, so certainly not great value, even with 2025 inflation in mind. We also did not receive any complimentary beans, which i see others mention in their reviews. We would probably only return on a non-weekend and would skip the brisket. read more

Interstellar BBQ - Spread of pork belly, scalloped potatoes, beef ribs with chimichurri, jalapeno popper sausage, jalapeno cole slaw, Mac and Gouda and brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Got there at 9:50 on a Saturday and was around 25th in line. Door opened at 11, and I had my food by 11:30. The brisket and pork ribs were good, but not amazing. I've had better at several other places. The lamb taco was also good, though I don't think the taco improved the shredded lamb, so maybe just order the meat by itself. The big highlight was of course the peach tea glazed pork belly, and I wish I had ordered more of that and less of the other meats. The scalloped potatoes were very good if you like cheese and garlic. Cole slaw and beans (free) were fine. I actually thought the pickles were really good too. Overall - very good BBQ. Not the best in central Texas, but probably top 15. read more

Interstellar BBQ - BBQ tray - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Recently took a visiting friend from Kansas City (a KC BBQ fan). She said the brisket was the best and we agree. And while the rest of our family is no stranger to Interstellar, we were able to try the lamb and beef short rib for the first time. While the brisket rules here, the pork belly is a fan favorite, although my wife said it wasn't as tender as normal, even though the mouth watering flavor was there. The customer service was amazing and we've never had this many staff try and take care of us! We learned a new trick, ask for the charro beans and they'll give you a free pint (they were a bit salty but delicious and the best restaurant beans I've had, although my own home cooked ones are far superior). The lamb wasn't gamey at all and reminded me of a drier Arkansas BBQ pulled pork. Beef rib was excellent and I personally enjoyed the chimichurri sauce. We were however ver disappointed in the sausage with a extremely chewy casing and very little flavor. The scalloped potatoes are my personal favorite side dish and I always get extra to take home and enjoy. The beet salad was excellent, and my personal opinion of the jalapeño Cole slaw is that it's not very flavorful. Another tip I was given was arriving before the half or on the hour. People tend to arrive at those times so getting there 10 minutes before you'll avoid a rush. read more

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The wait is worth it unless you have your heart set out for a specific protein. But if you're willing to play protein roulette, you'll be in for a treat. We waited for an hour and chatted with the young men in line in front of us. We were all first timers and appreciated the "meat updates" so we could adjust our expectations. Honestly, I don't remember what cuts we got. But I do remember we got the mac and cheese, slaw, potato salad and banana pudding The meat was tender, we ordered too much of the sides, and we saved the mac and cheese for later. Seating can be limited but folks share tables and compare notes. A roll of paper towels at the tables means you're in a serious bbq place, and butcher paper is your plate. There are carryout containers, but why? We inhaled the flavorful, smokey meat leaving only the trace grease on the pitcher paper. The banana pudding as a perfect breakfast the next morning. Plan to wait unless you're one of the first 15 people in line! Oh, and did you know they have a Michelin star?!?! read more

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We finally got the chance to try out this iconic BBQ spot, and I completely understand the hype now haha! My partner and I showed up around 1:30PM on a Saturday and the wait was about an hour I'd say, which was a reasonable amount of time in my opinion. That being said, the later you go, the more risky it is as items start to sell out for the day. By the time we got to the front to order, the brisket and beef ribs were unfortunately already out, but we were lucky that the pork belly and pork ribs were still available. Unlike Terry Black's, this place offers a much wider selection of meats (I think around 11 in total), and I absolutely fell in love with their pork belly -- so tender on the inside with a caramelized crispiness on the outside! They elevated their Mac and cheese to another level because it was sprinkled with crunchy bread crumbs that gave an amazing texture and flavor with every bite. They also offer a unique jalapeño coleslaw that had a nice, spicy aftertaste that blended well with the overall creaminess. Lastly, as someone who's a fan of pickled sides, they offered complimentary pickled cucumbers, red onions, and jalapeños (you need to ask for this one specifically), which paired very well with our more savory meats and sides. Overall, I'd 100% come back again because it was well worth the wait! :) read more

Interstellar BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I read the website which talked about coming 30 minutes early so I got here around 10:40 on a Thursday morning in January and about 25 people were already ahead of me - not bad considering some of the lines you see for these BBQ places. I ordered way too much for one person and had a lot to take home. I got the beef rib, brisket, kielbasa, turkey, beet salad, scalloped potatoes, and banana pudding. Did I mention I was alone? But given I wasn't sure when I would be in Austin again, I had to go for it. And I'm sure glad I did. The stars were the beef rib and brisket. The beef rib was fall off the bone, tender, rich in flavor and complexity, just a really delicious beef rib. The brisket was what I would expect from Austin brisket. Tender, juicy, simple flavors that really feature the fantastic beef flavor. Some places have turkey as an afterthought but here it's clear that they put just as much care as they would the beef. It wasn't dry but also not undercooked. You could taste the brightness from the herbs and citrus. Very strong contender for best turkey I've had at a bbq spot. I know they're somewhat famous for their sausages but it didn't blow me away. It was good but not so mind blowing that it was a must get. I would probably skip it if I came back again. The sides were no slouch either. Can't go wrong with scalloped potatoes. The potatoes were cooked perfectly with enough texture to not get drowned by the cream and cheese. The beet salad was outstanding. The citrus vinegarette was just the right amount of tart and brightness and the pecans added a nice textural contrast. I appreciate a bbq spot that has strong veggie sides. Also, the tortillas were underrated. Homemade, fluffy and slightly buttery. Perfect vessel for the meat. Last but not least, the banana pudding. Not too sweet. Good banana to pudding ratio. Just a delicious dish that didn't make you feel sick after eating so much meat. This place was amazing and definitely ranks in the top 3 for Austin bbq spots. They've put in so much thought into all their dishes no matter what they were. It's definitely a bit of a trek but totally worth it. read more

Interstellar BBQ - The brisket, beef rib, beef kielbasa, beet salad, scalloped potatoes, and banana pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Ok let me first preface this review that this comes from a vegetarian! Yes yes I know, why would a vegetarian come to a barbecue restaurant? Well sometimes you have friends/family that are craving barbecue and meat and you don't want to be left out as you still want to be social and don't miss out on hanging out with them. However, I am always very appreciative when barbecue place does accommodate vegetarians even if it isn't their specialty. I super super appreciate that their sides are not only delicious, but a step above just the classic sides. We arrived on Sunday at 12:40 PM and waited close to an hour and a half before getting to the front to order. I will say on weekends even though they are open until 3/4 PM, they us usually sell out by 2-2:30 PM easily. For the sides, I got the smoked Gouda Mac and cheese, zucchini and tomato salad, mushroom frito pie and scalloped potatoes. I was unable to unfortunately enjoy the complimentary beans as those were swimming in meat fat, so just a heads up for those who wants the beans thinking it's vegetarian. The mushroom frito pie was nice and smoky with the crumbled mushroom on top and I really appreciated the fresh elements of tomato and almost like a nice green goddess dressing on top to cut through the savoriness of the mushrooms. The smoked Gouda mac and cheese were delicious as it uses large shell pasta. The scalloped potatoes were also very good - smoky and surprisingly not too heavy considering scallop potatoes can often be swimming in butter. I really enjoyed the simplicity of the tomato zucchini salad with purple onions - the dressing on it was just light enough to help balance out all the heavier sides and actually honestly my favorite side because it was refreshing and had good flavor and texture. Unfortunately they were sold out of the banana pie by the time we got there so that's what I would like to try dessert time next time. Parking is easy with free lot in front shared with strip mall. read more

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Waited over 1 hour to eat here but damn was it worth it. Never thought I would ever say that about anything because I am extremely impatient. I am not even that much of a BBQ fan but this place is delicious!!!!! The best BBQ spot imo. I've tried Franklin's, Terry Blacks, etc. but this really beats all of them. Sides are DELICIOUS as well. Make sure to get the mac and cheese. Flavor is insaneeee. We obviously ordered too much and took it to go and it was still so good after microwaving and all that. Workers are very kind as well! This BBQ place definitely a must try in Austin, you will notttt regret it!!! read more

Interstellar BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Interstellar BBQ is hands-down my favorite barbecue spot in Austin. Maybe even in Texas. The food is incredible -- smoky, flavorful, and perfectly cooked every time. Everything is SO tender. The macaroni, scalloped potatoes and pork belly are rich, comforting, and melt-in-your-mouth good. If you don't want to wait in line, you can place an order online ahead of time for a $45.90 pre-order service fee. It's honestly worth it if you're planning for an event or want to avoid the long line. I will say, I was a little disappointed during my most recent online order. I accidentally selected two potato salads instead of one potato salad and one scalloped potato for my dad's 60th birthday meal. When I picked up the order, I asked if I could purchase some scalloped potatoes, but was told no due to "inventory controls". I completely understand their system, but it would've been a really nice touch if they could've helped us out -- especially since I'd already paid the $45 fee. Still, the food itself is soooo consistently delicious that I'll absolutely keep coming back. read more

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I have been hearing about Interstellar for quite a while but my travels do not often bring me through Austin. Since I was passing through for a trip, I figured I better stop by and please let me assure you that the reputation for this restaurant is well earned! We had quite a few things: Peach Tea Pork Belly - Get it! Great flavor and well prepared. Good smoke flavor and the sweetness cuts through the richness of the pork. Turkey - Very good, but not as good as the Pork Belly. Pork Ribs - Perfectly tender with just the right bite. Sides - Potato Salad, Mac and Cheese, Chorizo Grits, and Golden Potato Salad - The sides here truly shine. So well prepared and delicious. The Potato Salad was one of the best I have had anywhere and would be worth a trip just for this. Banana Pudding - Tasty! I would love to have it just a bit more dense as this one was a bit thin to my preference. The staff was A+, patient and answered all my questions. There was a very friendly fellow giving updates to those in line on how much meat was left which was a great touch. They ended up running out of brisket with the group just before us but we knew to expect it. The restaurant is very clean and inviting with an excellent amount of seating. Highly recommended! read more

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We ordered a few things from there: Peach tea pork belly :4/5 very unique flavor and I definitely enjoyed it! One thing however it is very inconsistent in every bite. Gouda Mac & cheese :5/5 one of the MAC & cheeses I've ver had Jalapeño popper sausage : 5/5 really good link would come here for that again Everything is pretty good to great but would I wait 2.5 hours for it agajn? Probably not I would just go to Terry blacks for their bbq read more

Interstellar BBQ - Gouda Mac & cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I need you to understand there's going to be a line. It has a matter what time, it doesn't matter what day, you will have to wait for this food and if you go too late, there is a huge chance they will run out. I have the best stuff (brisket, I'm looking at you). That said, you can't go wrong with anything you buy. My favorite from this visit? The pork belly. read more

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I went to Interstellar BBQ on a Sunday and waited about an hour and a half - totally worth it! They post updates when meats start running out, which adds to the whole spectacle. We arrived around 1, and ordered around 2:30 - and there were about four types of meat left: lamb, sausage, turkey, and pork ribs. I'd definitely recommend getting there right when they open at 11 if you want the full selection. The meats we tried were delicious - high quality, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned (not overly salty, which I appreciated). All of the sides were delicious and clearly made with care, especially the zucchini and tomato salad was absolutely out of this world and such a refreshing balance to the heavier dishes. The mac and cheese was creamy, rich, and a must-try. Overall, I'd say Interstellar is the best BBQ I've had in Austin so far. Totally lives up to the hype. read more

Interstellar BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Picked up some brisket after pre ordering. There was a line out the front but I was super happy to see they had a special entrance for pre orders. The employees were kind and helpful. The location is nice and easy to find parking. Small place but the inside looked clean! Brisket was super yummy! read more

Interstellar BBQ - To go brisket and hash - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

We are from CA and we asked our friends to bring us to the best BBQ in the area and they brought us here. We waited in line about an hour but the food was worth it! We tried a little bit of everything. Really enjoyed the brisket and the beet salad was refreshing. Loved our experience here! read more

Interstellar BBQ - The line when we arrived - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We lucked out and arrived at Interstellar BBQ on their 7th anniversary. The celebration started while we were in line with complimentary rum punch, Lone Star beer, ice cream floats, temporary tattoos, and DJ entertainment playing classic records from the 50's. The person serving the rum punch also kept us updated on the special items for the anniversary and how long our wait was from our point in line. We definitely appreciated the refreshments since our wait ended up being about 3 hours. We got in line at 10AM, and they opened at 11AM. We had all of the options to choose from by the time we made it inside. Our selection included: Our frito pie sausage, beef rib with chile crisp, peach tea glazed pork belly, beet salad, shredded lamb shoulder, smoked scalloped potatoes, and brisket. They were served with house made pickles, pickled onions, and white bread. The frito pie sausage was an anniversary special, and it tasted just like a frito pie and was absolutely delicious. The peach tea pork belly was so good, and I am not usually a fan of pork belly. We all enjoyed the brisket, of course. It was moist and well seasoned, but the standout unusual item was the shredded lamb shoulder. It was so moist and tender and seasoned amazingly well. It needed no sauce. I would come back just for this. This meal was definitely worth the wait, and we will be back. read more

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I stopped by Interstellar BBQ in Austin, ranked #6 of the 50 Best BBQ places in 2025, and it was worth every minute of the wait. On a drizzly September afternoon, the cooler weather made the 45-minute line bearable, especially with the thoughtful hospitality. A server came out to let everyone know what was still in stock and what might run out--something I really appreciated. The food more than delivered. The peach-glazed pork belly lived up to its reputation with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. The peppercorn-rubbed beef rib topped with chimichurri was incredibly tender and flavorful. The sides stood out too--the jalapeño slaw added just the right kick, and the creamed corn was rich and comforting. Inside, diners cleared up after themselves, keeping the flow moving for new customers. Outside, the smoky aroma from the wood-fired pit under the big tree added to the experience--you could see and smell the craft behind every bite. Cold brewed iced tea and chilled water rounded everything out. A fantastic BBQ spot that nails both food and hospitality--an Austin must-visit. read more

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To be honest, Interstellar BBQ is not the best bbq in Austin, but worth a try if you have 2 hours to wait in line. My husband, two friends and I got in line at around 9:30am on a Sunday morning. It wasn't a bad wait since we were under the patio cover, near a bench, and by a fan. It was 11:30am by the time we sat down with our food. You order your meats first, then sides, then they ring you up at the end. For 4 people, we shared a 2.5lb Tomahawk Steak (seasonal special), 1/2 lb brisket, 1/2 lb pork belly and 1 jalapeño popper sausage. We got 4 sides as well (Scalloped Potatoes, Slaw, Mac & Cheese, and Beans (complimentary). The Steak was the best part of the meal, followed by the beans and the pork belly. I thought the fresh tortillas were very good as well. The brisket was a bit dry for me and the sausage lacked flavor. The slaw is pretty spicy and the potatoes and mac & cheese tasted under-seasoned. I do like the the bbq sauce. It enhanced the flavor of the bbq. Plenty of seating inside and outside. Overall, I think you can get better BBQ else where in Austin, however, if you have the time, I recommend getting their daily specials. read more

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We live in the DFW area, where there are many great BBQ places. But we decided to drive down to Austin to meet my stepson for a guys day and have some great BBQ. We were not disappointed and well worth the early morning drive. Our Austin-ite got in line about 9am and he was about number 7 or 8. While he was waiting, the team was busy grilling some huge tomahawk steaks out front. Quite a show. In the traditional BBQ wait in line fashion, we had our camp chairs and beer while waiting and talked. It's always great to have conversations with new folks waiting in line. At exactly 11am, we were allowed inside to order. We ordered a Tomahawk steak, which was a special of the day. Brisket. Turkey. Cheesy pepper sausage. Short Ribs. Tea pork belly. I also ordered some lamb shoulder, but they forgot to put in on my order. Maybe next time. Let me tell you, the tomahawk steak was the show. It has to be the best steak I've had in my entire life, and I've eaten at some very nice and expensive steak houses. The large strips of fat had a tasty buttery taste like no other. The meat done medium rare with a slight smokey taste was perfect, tender and juicy. Perfect. The brisket had good flavor, tender, but in my opinion did not steal the show. The short ribs were simply insane. Tender. Like eating a perfect pot roast on a lolli-pop. I wish we would have gotten more. The chimmichuri sauce was great. Turkey was very moist and flavorful. Simple. The cubes of pork belly was like nothing I've ever had. I've had a lot of pork belly, but these were done with extra care and thought. The sauce paired perfectly. They were not too tough like some can be. Very good. We also got the smoky gouda mac and cheese. I was hoping for more of a smoke profile. It was very cheesy. I personally wasn't a fan, but the others liked it. We drove 400 + miles round trip, 6 hours for this insanely good BBQ. I would do it again. So much out of the norm than the typical and the execution was spot on. I can't wait to return and try some of the other items like the lamb, ribs and hope they are cooking tomahawks again. read more

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We had out-of-state family visiting and they asked for Texas BBQ for lunch. With other family members living near Interstellar, one of whom who had already enjoyed the food, this seemed like a great choice. We decided on carry-out and ordered 3 lb of brisket, 4 ribs, and 4 sausages for the 8 adults and 3 school- aged children. I made side dishes myself, so our order was all about the meat. We had more than enough. Don't believe the claim that you need 1/2 lb of meat per person unless they're really big eaters who don't have side dishes. The advantage of an advance take-out order is obvious: you don't have to worry that something you want will be sold out. The disadvantage is that you're stuck with an 18% packaging fee (aka enforced tip)... which seems excessive given the very high price of the food. So, was it worth how much we paid overall? Yes and no. I'll start with the brisket. We had a mix of lean and moist. It all was flavorful, heavier on pepper than on salt, and had a gorgeous smoke ring. Not unexpectedly, the lean was not as tender and juicy as the moist brisket. The problem was that the moist had a rather large fat cap, much of which should have been trimmed before smoking. Paying $35/lb +18% for fat is a big turn off. We were quite happy with the kielbasa; we cut it into smaller chunks so everyone could enjoy it. And the ribs were excellent. The overall package came with the usual BBQ accompaniments of too much sauce (1 mustard, the other sweet), pickles (seemed like homemade half-done bread & butter variety), onions, and sliced white bread. I'll never understand needing that much sauce or, for that matter, pickled onions... but I guess they're traditional. The onions were actually very good. We genuinely enjoyed the food, and the leftover meat re-heated well the next day. I think you'll be impressed with the food, but may decide it's best suited for an occasion where you don't mind paying a lot more than you would elsewhere. Postscript: I used the leftover sweet BBQ sauce to make some oven-baked (slow cooked, then broiled) baby back ribs, and they were delectable. The included sauce is very good... but I wouldn't taint the Interstellar brisket with it. read more

Interstellar BBQ - I think Interstellar should trim their brisket better if charging $35/lb when including pieces like this. - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

we got there at 10:30 and waited 1.5 hours on a saturday before getting our order in! however they really do move fast. the meats peach tea pork belly was the absolute best. no notes. would disintegrate if you looked at it wrong; so soft and the peach flavor wasn't nauseating or off putting. it somehow worked and was memorable second best was the jalapeño sausage, prob the best sausage i've ever had. cheese-y and spicy with a great snap the pork ribs and short rib were both okay. i did love the chimichurri sauce and it added to the short rib sides mac n cheese is phenomenal, truly aldente and flavorful - served with breadcrumbs on the side which is very thoughtful. scalloped potatoes ALSO AMAZINGGGGG so creamy yet once again not mushy. the texture was so addicting the peach rice pudding was okay, mild peach flavor and not too sweet read more

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