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Stopped in for lunch on a Friday. Waited in a short line. Very friendly service and the food was ready pretty quick. Amazing ribs that were soft but still had a bit of chew to them. The mac & cheese is so different and interesting. We loved it. Would definitely recommend. Parking is a bit weird here and all the seating is outside, so be prepared for that but definitely go anyways!
As a Middle Eastern who loves BBQ, I had to try KGBBQ while I was in Texas. It definitely did not disappoint! I got the rice and lamb chops, and they were SO good. The lamb was cooked perfectly and had so much flavor. But that chimichurri... SO good! It went perfectly with everything. Definitely one of those spots I'm glad I tried while visiting Texas. If you love BBQ and bold flavors, you have to check this place out!
ABSOLUTE BANGER OF TX BBQ! Here's why: Arrived at 11:05AM to beat any possibility of a crowd; still wasn't the first customer, but definitely in the TOP 5. For my order, I got an order of the Za'atar & Pomegranate Glazed Pork Ribs ($17), 1 Lamb Chop ($9.50), and an Egyptian Mac n' Cheese (made COWBOY - added smoked brisket) ($15). Total came to $41.50. First of all, the space is spacious! There are two areas for eating outside --- and although I never went "inside", I did see a building with people going in-and-out of, I assume that's part of the establishment as well? A good amount of fans to keep you comfortable during your stay which is a nice touch. Let's go to the food: I had to give the mac n' cheese the first try --- I've been disappointed too many times before. LOVED IT! First of all, KG BBQ use shells for their mac, and it's not just "queso" --- its seasoned, has some tomato in it, and when it's made "Egyptian" --- you add that beautiful amount of brisket and sauce which just enhance the whole dish. The ribs were also phenomenal. They were fall off the bone tender, but not fragile in any way. The marinade was amazing, and topped with pieces of pomegranate and served with some spiced onions, it's the COMPLEXITY. Often times with TEXAS BBQ, it gets heavy quick. Having these contrasting yet complimentary flavors just makes you want to eat more! It's a complete sensory experience, visually, smell, and taste. The famous lamb chop was also amazing, and served with a little herb concoction on the side that is again --- needed --- to cut through the richness of the meat and fattiness. I've heard some complaints from food bloggers which is valid: there is a good amount of fat on each of these chops, so you better SAVOR the meat on that chop! It'll be done in a few bites! Only feedback? Food temp. It wasn't cold, but it wasn't hot either. In any case, I was thoroughly pleased by KG BBQ and you should definitely pay a visit!
We were on the hunt for the best barbecue in Austin and heard wonderful reviews about KG BBQ. When we arrived at the address, the sign for KG BBQ wasn't immediately visible. We parked and headed toward the food truck, and it turned out to be a fantastic find! Today, we tried the lamb chops, pomegranate pork ribs, salad, and cardamom pistachio rice pudding. The lamb chops were a bit mild in flavor, but the pomegranate pork ribs exploded with taste, definitely surpassing Stiles Swirch. The salad was a bit salty and looked like it was prepared the day before. However, the highlight was the cardamom pistachio rice pudding--I could enjoy that all day long!
KG BBQ is located in a food park area next to a bar/restaurant. Parking can be a bit difficult as most places in Austin TX. You walk up to a food trailer and wait in line to order. Place your order, pay and they give you a pager that will light up and buzz when your order is ready. The brisket was good as was the sausage but the lamb chops were the best. Go and give it a try.
Came here at 1 PM on a Friday for lunch. Put our order in at the truck and sat down in the outdoor seating area, the food came out a few minutes later. The sumac & cinnamon lamb shoulder was fantastic, the two spices worked quite well together and the lamb was rich. The oum ali (Egyptian bread pudding) was great as well, the hazelnuts and golden raisins added a nice texture to the bread pudding, definitely recommend checking this place out!
Overall: 4.5/5 [dine in] We placed an online order for pickup on a Saturday and the earliest available time was 2 hours out. A couple of things to note: they charge a 10% online order service charge and a 3% credit card surcharge. When I got to the pickup window they asked if I wanted the food to go or dine in, and we chose to dine in so we could eat it fresh. They had to go containers available at the truck if you needed them. The portions looked small but were actually pretty filling. 1/2 lb Pomegranate and Za'atar Glazed Pork Ribs ($17): Came with 2 ribs that were okay. They were a little dry and lacking flavor on their own but tasted much better dipped in the pomegranate barbecue sauce. Combo Rice Bowl ($20): Came with mediterranean yellow rice, baladi salad, sauce, protein, cinnamon candied nuts, and pomegranate seeds. For the combo, you get to choose 2 proteins. I went with brisket and kofta (ground beef and lamb). Both were really good but a tad salty so the baladi salad helped balance that out. Egyptian Cowboy ($15): I chose lamb for this and it was the star of the show. The pulled lamb shoulder was incredibly tender and flavorful. The smoked mac and cheese was really good too but the rich bechamel was a bit much for us. The sumac pickled onions helped balance out the heaviness of both the mac and cheese and the lamb shoulder. Cardamom Pistachio Rice Pudding ($9.50): Pricey for rice pudding but I wanted to try the unique flavor. It was light but the cardamom flavor was strong. Interesting to try once but I wouldn't order it again.
Earlier this month, I arrived at KG BBQ early when there was no line and ordered the Lamb Bowl, Mediterranean rice, pulled lamb shoulder, baladi salad, (classic Texas buttermilk with roasted beet puree, fresh dill, jalapenos, and celery), tahini, candied nuts and pomegranate seeds and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Also, I was able to have a little chat with KG and I told him about my dissatisfaction with the Lamb Chop as it was a little too rare for my satisfaction and he explained that the Lamb Chops are grilled medium-rare, like a steak and that I should try the Lamb Bacon Ribs. Well, the other day, I ordered the Lamb Bacon Ribs with their chimichurri on the side and I was not disappointed. I definitely plan to return to feast on my favourite, the Za'atar and Pomegranate Pork Ribs.
Such an unassuming food truck, but don't let that fool you. This spot is a hidden gem! Michelin rated, high quality BBQ. Love the Egyptian twist. The flavors of everything were spectacular. Stand out was definitely the mediterranean rice. I would have never thought to mix BBQ with rice, but this works. The soft tender meat with the delicious sides makes the perfect bite. Delicious meal!
KG BBQ is unique and it is BOMB. I came by after work one day since I'd heard friends rave about this place and it got a Michelin rec in 2024. It's a simple looking black food truck in a busy parking lot, and the day I came was a Saturday when it was raining fairly heavily. Despite that, the lot was mostly full but there were a few spots available. There were about 5-6 people in line ahead of me and a few others still waiting for their food. I ordered the pita which you can request to do 1/2 and 1/2, so I got 1/2 brisket and 1/2 kofta. The kofta was certainly unique but I didn't like it as much as the brisket which was absolutely delicious and prepared so well. It comes with cubed marinated veg and a yogurt sauce to pour on if you get take away. I also ordered the cardamom pistachio rice pudding because I love those flavors and it was very smooth, not too sweet, and easy to eat. I'd love to go back to try the Dum Ali sometime. Overall absolutely would rec a visit to KG if you like bbq, the Egyptian flare to it is super cool and it's delicious! The staff are also so friendly.
This Egyptian BBQ food truck was so good and such a unique find. We got the brisket bowl, the cowboy mac and cheese with brisket, and the pork ribs, and everything was delicious. The brisket bowl was definitely the standout for me. It was so different from anything I've had before--it even had cranberries in it--but all the flavors came together perfectly. The cowboy mac and cheese with brisket was really good too, but I'd probably get the bowl again next time. The pork ribs were the best bite of the whole meal. They fell right off the bone and were so soft and tender. We split everything between two people and were completely stuffed by the end. Such a fun spot.
I wanted to try their rice bowls after hearing praises about it. I opted for the brisket. It was so good! All the flavors from all the components balanced out well. I liked the pomegranates! I wish the nuts were a little smaller though (it was a little difficult to eat with everything else going on) and that there were more pieces of brisket. It was hot, so I decided to eat inside the bar + they have soda you can buy. The bbq definitely lives up to the hype!
Surprisingly not too bus on Saturday lunch! We got some lamb chops, brisket, salad, and rice. We left full and happy :D
BBQ meets Egyptian flavors! We tried the Brisket bowl and Combo bowl with smoked lamb shoulder and smoked kofta. The meats were great but I'd love to try them separately as well to be a better judge! The flavors in the bowls came together phenomenally. The smokey meats, flavorful rice, refreshing salad and yogurt sauce, and some sweetness from the candied nuts and pomegranates. Pricing is steep at $18.50 for a bowl or $20 for a combo bowl and while we left satisfied, the meal wasn't hearty for what it's worth. It would be a spot I frequent otherwise! I'd love to go back to try the meats alone, as well as the cardamom pistachio rice pudding which sounds amazing :) read more
10 months ago
1 year ago
Man o man, best bbq in Texas so far.... As an Egyptian I can vouch for the authentic flavor profile. Something so simple as baladi salad never tasted so good. Meats juicy and fall off the bone, pickled onions were amazing, and that Egyptian cowboy Mac n cheese on point! Slam dunk! Plz come open in Houston soon! We need you! read more
2 years ago
If you haven't tried this spot yet you absolutely have to. The food was so fresh and amazing, long line and somewhat limited seating around dinner time but worth the wait, once you order the service is pretty fast. Since it's outside seating we figured instead of driving we'd ride over but there wasn't a whole lot of extra space for bikes so I'd recommend driving instead if you go at a busy time. Something to keep in mind is they do sell out of popular things so come a little early if you can! I ordered the Egyptian Cowboy (lamb Mac and cheese) , pink buttermilk and beet potato salad, and a hibiscus mint iced tea and all were excellent! I would definitely go back and try some more of their meats, such unique and delicious flavors for BBQ! read more
2 years ago
Everything was so good! We tried all of the sides & quite a few of the meats as well. My favorites were the lamp chops, lamb ribs, potato salad, and the macaroni. Desserts were honorable mentions. The bbq sauce & the chimichurri were solid 10s. We went on a Saturday and the line was long but once we placed our order food came out quick. There's out door and indoor seating available. This is a must try. read more
3 years ago
I have pretty high standards for BBQ and KG is now one of my favorites! I ordered ahead and arrived about 15 minutes before my scheduled pick up time. The pick up process was super easy... went to the second window, gave my name, and they gave me a buzzer that would let me know when it was ready. They had it all packaged up and in my hands 10 minutes later (still 5 minutes before my scheduled time). Brisket (9/10) - I got both moist and some burnt ends. The slices of moist brisket were super thick and fatty... definitely on the milder side when it comes to the level of seasoning but the meat was SO juicy. The burnt ends were fantastic... still super moist and the bark was delicious! If the brisket was seasoned just a little more, it would be a solid 10/10 for me. Pomegranate glazed pork ribs (8/10) - As soon as you bite into these, the flavor is PHENOMENAL! I wish they had been a little more tender because some parts (especially closer to the bone) were a little tough but I love how unique they are! Sumac and cinnamon rubbed lamb shoulder (9/10) - This one surprised me with how good it was! The meat was juicy, tender, and flavorful plus the pistachio cumin crumble on top complimented the flavor of the lamb really well. Mediterranean pork sausage (8/10) - Really good! I don't love olives but still enjoyed this sausage. The texture was great and they are a good size. Egyptian baladi salad (6/10) - It wasn't bad by any means... there just wasn't anything special about it. It acted as a nice palette cleanser but I don't think I'd get it again. Pink buttermilk potato salad (10/10) - LOVE! Potato salad is one of my favorite sides for BBQ and this one is unique with the roasted beet puree. I knew after the first bite that this would be a go-to any time I visit KG in the future! Mediterranean rice (9/10) - All the nuts and pomegranate seeds on top make this side not only beautiful but also delicious! I wish the rice had a little more flavor on its own or there were more nuts and seeds toward the bottom (that would make it a 10/10) but I'll definitely get this again! Egyptian mac n' cheese (9/10) - This mac n' cheese was very different than most BBQ mac n' cheese sides but in the best way! The béchamel gives it more of a "lasagna" taste than a traditional mac n' cheese but I absolutely loved it! Oum ali (6/10) - I love that they offer desserts and I can't wait to try the rice pudding next time... this Egyptian bread pudding was good but I don't think I'd get it again. It just didn't blow me away with the flavor or texture. I love bread pudding, but this one wasn't my favorite. Overall, I love KG BBQ and will definitely be frequenting to try some of their rice bowls and wraps. I absolutely loved the fusion of central Texas BBQ with the Mediterranean flavors... it's super unique and they compliment each other so well! The workers were all super efficient and friendly and there's ample seating with the picnic tables near the truck. I know they're growing in popularity so I can see the line getting longer as time goes on, but the order online option helps alleviate the long wait! read more
One of the best meals I've had in Austin and an easy 5 stars for me! It's an Egyptian take on Texas BBQ and you'll taste the Egyptian influence in every bite. This is a food truck at Oddwood brewing. There were 12-15 people in line when we arrived and it took about 45 mins to get our food. The line to order moved slowly but once we ordered, the food was ready pretty quickly. Two of us split a brisket rice bowl, the special for the month of June - an Egyptian Cowboy, and a half pound of the lamb bacon. It's hard to comment on the brisket itself based on the bowl, but this bowl was insanely delicious. Getting a bite with some rice, meat, nuts, and pomegranate seeds... a perfect bite!!! The special was mac and cheese with lamb and pickled onions. The mac and cheese has a tomato flavor to it but this was really good as well. And the lamb bacon, my word!! The chimichurri that came with it was the perfect accent. Will certainly be returning to try more. Not sure how I'd rank the meat but as an overall meal, probably my favorite BBQ in all of Austin at this point. read more
2 years ago
Tried this place with friends because it was Michelin recommend and yum it did not disappoint. I got the lamb rice bowl and the flavors were so unique with the pomegranate and nuts, I loved it. Great portion size. Would recommend ordering ahead as this place was very very busy. read more
What a gem! Honestly, we rarely go outside of our regular haunts when we visit Austin, so differing from that norm and trying KG felt like a risk. But with great risk comes great reward! This place is AWESOME. It blends all the best elements from Mediterranean restaurants and good ole new school Texas barbecue. The flavors and quality were just beyond. We'll be craving this for sure... read more
Amazing. Can't describe how good this was. Unique blend of flavors! Merging Mediterranean seasoning with Texas bbq perfection. Never had smoked lamb before, but it's delicious and coupled with the mint salad it adds freshness and lightness to a rich meat. It fell off the bone. Definitely going back for other things. The chef/ owner serves you the food himself. Very friendly staff. read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
My wife and I decided to check out KG BBQ on our way down to San Antonio from Fort Worth. We fell in love with Kareem el-Ghayesh on season 3 of the American Barbecue Showdown on Netflix and wanted to test drive his 'cue. I had the Egyptian Cowboy which was a great way to try a bit of everything: that pulled lamb, the pickled red onions, and the Egyptian Mac-n-cheese?! *chef's kiss* The hibiscus mint iced tea was fantastic and I was surprised at the depth of flavor the pistachio butter brought to the cardamom pistachio rice pudding. I hope to make it back and try those pomegranate glazed ribs. read more
We came to Austin from Miami on a barbecue tour and this was on the top of my Hubbys List.. I am sooooooo glad we came !!! One of the tastiest foods I have ever had... we for that matter... jjjj ... Its a food truck but located in a Brewery and seems like there was an arcade as well... it seems like guests order and eat inside and drink and they also had seating outside ... We ordered the Lamb chops , chicken rice bowl , potatoe salad, a side of chimichurri ( a must) Kofta shwarma pita .... Lets talk chops: WOW WOW WOW!!! my hubby is the king of lamb chops in our Barbecue Home but these we up there!! soft , tender , melts in your mouth with a side of Chimichurri... OMG we divoured them , The chicken bowl was amazing!! such tasty chicken, the rice delish , nuts, Freshest tomatoes , pomegranate seeds give it a swet twist! OMGGGG ( I cant stop saying OMG!!! Hubby, son and I were fighting for the bowl to eat it each of us ... So good!!!! Potatoe salad was different but my hubby loved it !! We loved it so much my son made us come back and we got another rice bowl and the Kofta pita was so tasty too!! Hands down one of the Best foods we have tried!! We were hoping to meet KG himself but it was almost nightime and maybe he had been there earlier... Staff was friendly We even got a KG sticker for our Travel food sticker area in our fridge ... A must when you come to Austin.. Pick up a beer inside the brewery and get some KG read more
We arrived 15 min before opening on a Saturday and there was already a line. They opened promptly at 11. It took about 20 min to get our food after ordering. It was delicious! The bowls seem strange when reading the description, but the flavors marry well! I could do without the nuts but my husband liked them. The rice bowl is small but pretty hefty. The Mac & cheese was good and tomatoey. The ribs were well seasoned and the sauce wasn't needed but a good addition. The sauce is thinner than most I've had, but I enjoyed the flavor. I wanted to have the bread pudding, but is says for 2 people and my husband doesn't eat it. I would definitely recommend trying this place! read more
KG BBQ helps make Oddwood Brewing a great addition to the group patio dining options. I planned a meetup for some friends at KG BBQ this past Friday evening. The first thing to keep in mind is parking. Oddwood Brewing doesn't have enough parking to support their newfound popularity. The parking lot for adjacent businesses has "No Oddwood Parking" signs. I accidentally parked there because I only saw those signs on the side of the lot closest to the building, but there was another one hiding behind a big truck on the side where I parked. Luckily my car didn't get towed, but I won't do that again! I heard some of the food sells out, so I got there as early as I could after work - 6:00. I think I timed it well, because the line was a reasonable length, and everything was still available. The line got a lot longer a little while later, maybe 6:30 or 7:00, and then shortened again after that, and we saw them crossing things off the menu. I am sometimes weirded out about eating less common meats like lamb, but I was feeling bold, so I figured I should give their food a proper try, and ordered the Lamb Shawarma Pita. I also couldn't pass up trying the Egyptian Mac n Cheese. My sweet tooth has flared up again, so for dessert I ordered the Cardamom & Pistachio Rice Pudding. I wanted the Oum Ali but their website mentioned it was a large serving for two people, and I didn't really want to spend more money and nobody in my group would be likely to split it with me. My husband was working late, so I ordered him a half rack of Smoked Lamb Chops just in case they sold out before he arrived. Altogether this turned out to be a pretty expensive order, about $70, but I guess I haven't bought bbq for two people in a long time. My friends had started showing up and claimed a picnic table by a mister fan. A few of them got in line to order food. I dug in. Mac and cheese first - I'm a mac and cheese fanatic, and my standards are pretty high. It was good and cheesey, but a little lumpy and gooey. Whatever spices made it "Egyptian" worked with the cheese flavor. The pita sandwich was bigger than I expected, so I didn't fill up on mac and cheese, and turned my attention to the main course. There was so much flavor from the cucumber, tomato, and onion salad on top that I couldn't really tell what the meat tasted like. The texture was fine. It was awkward to eat neatly since the veggies kept falling out, and eventually I washed my hands and ate some of the fillings with a fork. I couldn't finish the whole pita either, but that didn't mean I didn't have room for dessert. I'm so glad I ordered what I did, because it was by far the best part of the meal! On top of the rice pudding was another creamy sweeter layer that might have been whipped cream, a crunchy pistachio topping, and some other crunchy bits I couldn't identify. All the flavors and textures worked so well together, to make this stand out from all the boring scoops of rice pudding I've had in my life. Get the rice pudding! My husband showed up, and ate his lamb chops a while later. He said they tasted amazing even after sitting out a while. It probably helped that it was so hot outside that they didn't cool off too much. My friends didn't comment much on their food, but I could tell they enjoyed it. Servers from Oddwood Brewing were bussing tables, and one took my acquaintance's beer before he finished it. The patio at Oddwood Brewing emptied out earlier than I've ever seen a bar empty out on a Friday night. We didn't see what time the food truck closed, but it must have been a little before dark. My husband speculated that it's not really a "weekend bar" but I thought every bar in this town turns into a hot spot on Friday nights, and Austin can't get enough of the brewery patio experience? When we left around 10:30 there were only about 2 other groups still outside. I'll keep KG BBQ in mind for when I want to plan dinners with friends, especially when they're meat eaters! read more
2 years ago
Where do I start...KG BBQ is an experience that everyone needs to try! The fusion is such a perfect match that I would come here weekly! We came around mid day (parking is tight FYI!) , and the wait to order was roughly 20-30 mins (but while you wait they have umbrellas for the shade and it's right next to a brewery for you to grab some water if it's too hot!). Once we finally ordered, we went inside to grab a beer while we waited (which was only about 15 minutes) and was ready to feast. They have picnic tables and actual tables right next to the food truck, but we decided to take it home. We ordered the Mac & Cheese, Rice, Pork Ribs, Brisket, and Egyptian Cowboy - everything was GREAT!! If I had to criticize anything - it would be the spices that were in the rice, I wasn't particularly a fan of it but the rest of the party loved it. My favorite was personally the Egyptian Cowboy Bowl - the flavor components in the bowl was out of this world, and I could've finished it all in one sitting if I wanted to! I will definitely come back to try this place out again to try some different items, as some of them were sold out once we got there. 5/5 from me! read more
1 year ago
Get the ribs and the sides! The ribs were the best I've had after Barbs BBQ. The sides though are worth a trip alone. The Baladi Salad and Potato salad were the best. I hate lines, but I love food trucks so always worth the wait. read more
LOVE LOVE LOVE! My husband recommended this Egyptian cowboy bbq fusion and obviously I questioned it. After some research we knew that they sell out. We for there right around the time it was supposed to open and there was probably about 20 people ahead of us. Mac n cheese was good but the brisket bowl was DELICIOUS. The flavors that mixed went so well together. The servings were big so we did share. I didn't love the baladi salad just because of the strong cumin flavor. Overall would return for sure and try more things out! Inspiring story about the chef if you look it up. Very quick service even though the long is line it was worth it. Outdoor tables to eat with fans above you so definitely don't feel the Austin heat as much. 10/10 recommend read more
What a beautiful fusion. We had the brisket bowl and lamb bowl. These were incredible and so big I could only eat half! I loved all the flavors! The rice, the meat, the cucumber and tomatoes and the cashews and raisins made it really special. These are the same price as bowls and salads at most places I. Austin but with giant servings and quality bbq meat! We also tried the Zatarr ribs. Very good, so moist. The mac and cheese to me was more like a cheesy pasta but it was good. We had the pistachio rice pudding for dessert and it was perfect. So pistachioy and not too sweet. The outdoor seating was shaded, but it was hot so be aware of that. I think you could go inside the brewery but it was early and we weren't sure. This is my fav bbq I have tried in Austin. It was so unique and fresh feeling. I usually feel full and gross and bbq but this left me feeling great and ready to return soon. read more
I've been wanting to check out KG BBQ after the BBQ Showdown! I have to admit I was rooting for Chef Kareem and I might biased living in Austin...LoL I finally was able to make it out today for lunch ordered online for pickup since I hear the wait can be pretty long! I ordered at 11:15am through Toast and pickup was ready at 11:45am when I got there parking lot was full already! I brought my to-go order back home since I had a full day of work meetings. After trying everything I was definitely not disappointed the different BBQ meats were cooked to perfection & was very moist! The Hype is definitely real y'all! Taste test & verdict: Brisket - 9/10 Lamb Chops - 10/10 Pomegranate & Zatar Glazed Pork Ribs - 9/10 Mediterranean Rice - 10/10 Egyptian Baladi Salad - 9/10 Favorites & Standouts: Lamb Chops & Mediterranean Rice! read more
I finally landed here on a free Saturday afternoon with a big group of people. There's some tables KG shared with the business next door, so there's plenty of covered seating around the food truck. Service is pretty simple and they'll answer your questions. The food was absolutely delicious. The brisket was really melt-in-your-mouth. The lamb chops were beyond tender. The rice was very fragrant and I enjoyed the garnish of fruit and nuts. We got a lot more food than pictured, but it was all pretty great. I wasn't a huge fan of the pork ribs for others really liked it. The salad was refreshing, but the side of rice could be skipped. Besides the flies from sitting outside, the only pain point I had was the price but it's a price to pay for good food! I'll be back but perhaps with a smaller group haha read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
So we first had a taste of KG BBQ with their brisket bowl at Eeeeeatscon LA...and we really liked what we tried. It stayed on my radar and knew I wanted to eventually try it again at their actual spot in Austin. Then we visited Austin and ended up at KG BBQ. Yes, they have the usual BBQ like you would find in Texas. And yes, it was good (as how I feel most BBQ in Texas is). But what we really enjoyed were their bowls. The bowls are what made it more Egyptian. It was loaded with your choice of meat (brisket, kofta, lamb, or chicken) Mediterranean rice, cucumbers, tomatoes, different nuts, pomegranate seeds, and topped with tahini sauce - definitely the whole sha-bang! The bowls are delicious especially if you like Mediterranean food. I personally got the combo with lamb and kofta and the wifey got the kofta bowl. I got a bowl for the whole fam and they all really liked it. For what you get, we thought the price wasn't bad as I've gotten way less for more at other places. We even tried their special of the week, which was their tri-tip. Though we thought it could be a little more tender, we still really enjoyed the flavor. Luckily, this place isn't far from my sister's place in Austin, so it's definitely going to be a spot to keep in mind every time we visit. read more
KG BBQ will blow your mind away with the quality of its barbecue and its S tier service. We got the brisket, the Smoked Kofta, the lamb chops, and the Egyptian salad. The brisket is so moist, it quite literally melts in your mouth and the juices from the brisket emulsify your tongue. Easily 10/10. The Smoked Kafta is good, but nothing amazing. It has good flavor but I think the meat was served a bit cold, so it may have taken away from the flavor. The lamb chops are amazing, and the texture is crispy, crackling under your teeth. The Egyptian salad is very unique and each bite packs a punch--the pomegranate seeds give it a bit of a sweet crunch, while the vinegar adds a tang of sourness to each bite. Loved it. The real kicker is the service. KG BBQ has some tables neighboring the food truck, where customers generally eat. There happen to be trees surrounding and providing shade for these tables, and in these trees there was a bird perched above our table. Unfortunately, this bird decided it had to use the restroom at that moment, and with a plop, some body fluids with the consistency of yogurt landed on our Kafta. Since we also had our own yogurt, it was hard to distinguish what came from the food truck and what belonged to our feathered friend, so we brought it back to KG BBQ asking what we should do. At this point we had eaten only a small portion of the brisket, a few bites of the Kafta, and the lamb chops, and we were disheartened that we could no longer enjoy our meal. KG BBQ told us to throw away the food on our plate and swiftly remade our entire order (minus the lamb chops that we already finished) and served it within 10 ish minutes. I'm thoroughly impressed with KG BBQ's quality and service and will definitely be back for more. read more
So, we were excited to try this "Egyptian-themed" BBQ and drove out to the not so desirable location, noting that it was next to brewery, which couldn't hurt! We arrived just as they were opening with a small 10-12 person line already formed. It moved quick - I would 30 minute wait including the line and then waiting with beeper for the food to be ready. So far, not too bad given we had nice Pilsner in hand and the seating area was decent. Unfortunately, it was mostly downhill from there. First, the food came out lukewarm, which is not all that bad for the meats (although not ideal) but definitely not good for the sides and shawarma. We ordered the following: - 1/2 lb of pomegranate ribs: 3/5 best dish we had but still not blow me away - lamb chops (2 bones): 3/5, would have been a 4 but they were cold and pretty fatty but excellent mild flavor - lamb Shawarma: 3/5, again cold which made the lamb shoulder taste gummy and gamey - toppings and bread nice but overall not great - Egyptian cowboy: 2/5, basically the same cold gamey lamb shoulder piled on top of cold Mac and cheese - Mac and cheese: 2/5, could be a 3 if not coming out cold - cuke salad 4/5, nicely done but I can do that at home just as well - rice pudding: 2/5, this was appropriately cold but was bland and just not yummy - green sauce and sumac onions 5/5, best thing on the tray For $86 including a 20% tip for me to Schlep my own food from a food truck, I would say not a great experience or value. Try harder guys! read more
Wow! Incredible bbq technique with an awesome twist. The lamb chops are insane The lamb shoulder is insane The molasses pork ribs are insane The brisket rice bowl is insane. Great brewery adjacent with great game room and great beer! read more
10/10, go. Just go. I first tried them two years ago when they had their pop-up, and I'm so glad they've got this food truck now. The food is consistently amazing. We got there as soon as they opened, and there was already a small line. Best plan would be to get there on a Saturday right when they open at 11a. This place is great for ppl visiting from out of town and for ppl who live in the city. There's plenty of indoor seating, and decently-sized tablecloth covered picnic tables outdoors. On the day we went, most or all of the outdoor tables had been taken by noon (on a Saturday in early March), but there was still a lot of indoor seating available. Can't imagine the same thing happening in summer, though. I've tried almost everything on their menu and you just can't go wrong with any item. My favorites are the lamb chops (eat w mint chimichurri), pink buttermilk potato salad, egyptian baladi salad, bread pudding, and this pork sausage that took a while to smoke but was 10000% worth it (eat w yogurt sauce). The pork sausage was listed as a special on their menu on-site, and I wish I'd gotten a photo of the menu bc I can't find mention of it anywhere online. I'm 98% sure tomatoes are in it?? I highly recommend if you see it on their menu. I also got their cardamom vanilla cold brew, and I was surprised at how mildly sweet it was. If you're not a fan of super sweet coffee, this might be the drink for you! read more
4 years ago
KG BBQ I am not the biggest fan of BBQ but KG knows what he is doing. The meats here are cooked so well. The highlight for me was the Chicken Shawarma Bowl. This bowl was loaded with so many toppings and the chicken was delectable. Very necessary to try this. I had a lamb chop and that is not my cup of tea. The meat is more on the rare side and quite chewy. Very unique though! Can't wait to come back with a bigger group so we can try more options and sides hopefully! read more
My buddy took me here to show me one of his favorite local spots. Its a food truck and there is only outdoor seating (some of it is shaded). There is a bar next to it as well for drinks and they offer free water. I got the brisket rice bowl. I have had a lot of BBQ in my life but never any with the mix of ingredients in this one. This place really showed me a unique dish. To start, the brisket was tender and there were large cuts of meat. The bowl was loaded with ingredients and did not have much rice. The nuts added a great texture, and the variety had a mix of flavors that were subtle but noticeable. The pomegranates were probably the biggest outlier, but they shined in all the right ways. The sweet contrast from the savory brisket and tahini created a unique flavor profile. It was so good all around and the portion was generous. For dessert, i got the cardamom pistachio rice pudding. In concept this looked great - in practice, it was okay. The flavors were subtle and it needed more to it. Now this place is not cheap by any means - I wouldn't come here frequently but the dish shined enough to pull me back for another visit to see what else they have to offer. read more
KG BBQ is a food truck located just outside of Oddwood. Plenty of parking from the two connected parking lots that KG sits in between. Order at the truck from the semi limited (but good) menu. We ended up trying almost everything in the menu and recommend: Pork (top) Kafta (2nd best) Chicken Kebab (3rd) Lamb chops (good, but not as good as the others). They provide a mix of sauces including Chimmichuri that accompany the meats very well. All the sides were good, especially the pink potato salad. Drinks you can get from Oddwood inside! read more
6 months ago
Arriving to the BBQ truck the line was already growing. The smell of cedar wafted through the air. KG is unique in that it has roots in Texas BBQ, but mixed with Egyptian spices and flavors. Decided to order every side and a few of the meats for a full experience. The Egyptian Baladi salad is a cucumber tomato blend with a vinegar kick. It definitely pairs well with the brisket. The brisket was slightly fatty for my preference, but it could have just been the slice I received. The burnt ends were excellent with a smokey salty flavor. The pink buttermilk potato salad was a new take on the classic with beet puree and fresh dill adding a unique touch. Now the pomegranate glazed pork ribs are incredible. I would walk 500 miles and 500 more for those. Definitely order at least a half rack of those. I'm Irish Norwegian so normally a potato girl, but that Mediterranean rice was one of the stars of the show. It had almonds, cashews, and pomegranate and just a whole explosion of flavor. I wasn't sure how the Egyptian mac and cheese would taste, but the tomato bechamel gave it the creamiest rich texture. KG does a phenomenal job of blending Texas BBQ with Egyptian spices. Only open Thursday to Sunday 11AM to sell out. read more
I will definitely come back to try different things. Got a few hits and a few misses, but I think the other plates must be a lot better! Ambiance 7/10: Nice food truck that looks clean and organized. They give you a beeper to notify of the food when it is ready and you can seating pretty easy. Nothing fancy, functional like a normal outdoor restaurant/ bar Food 7.5/10: I don't like give 7s because it feels like a cop out, but the reason I do is because there are some bangers, but some misses too. Ordered the brisket (1/2 lb), 2 lamb chops, Mac and cheese and the buttermilk potato salad. Lamb chops were delicious and beautifully cooked. Came with an excellent chimichurri that paired nicely. The brisket was good, nothing killer but the aroma and taste for Texas bbq was solid. The potato salad was the star! Delicious, creamy and refreshing! Couldn't stop eating it and would go back just for that. And the Mac and cheese was the worst of all. Nothing special honestly, it had a good flavor but everything else was just better. Definitely a let down. Pricing was about 68$ (including some drinks). We were full at the end but a bit expensive. Overall, the food was good and I believe that this place is better than what I'm ranking it. I will be back to try other side dishes and main courses, but for now I would say try it... but you can stay away from the M&C. read more
In the endless options of great BBQ in Austin it's hard to stand out let alone offer something completely different from the big players but this small food truck on eastside does just that and more! I heard about KG BBQ being nominated for a James Beard award so I had to see what all the fuss was about and all I can say is wow their food was just mind blowing. I ordered ahead on a busy Sunday afternoon and good thing I did as there was a line of eager customers waiting to order as well as quite a few others enjoying food on their attached patio. I ended up ordering their bbq combo bowl since it sounded super interesting trying out both their brisket & lamb. Both meats hit the spot but have to mention that lamb was cooked so good I could barely tell it it was lamb as their was no gaminess to it whatsoever which isn't the easiest with lamb. It was served over a flavorful Mediterranean yellow rice with a mix of nuts and pomegranate. I've literally never thought all these flavors could go together but it just works and love the unique flavors KG brings to barbecue. I'm already dreaming of my next visit here to try one of their many other choices of deliciousness. Do yourself a favor and don't sleep on this place as I can easily see there going to be big player in the bbq scene soon enough. read more
1 year ago
My first time to try new place, my son suggest to go there. So we did ordered those foods. It was soo good and pricey .. It worth to go to check out new place.. food was ready in about 10 mins or less.. people were patience to take turn.... read more
4 years ago
I appreciate the unique toppings that KG has like pomegranate seeds and almonds. However, the chicken rice bowl was too sweet for my liking and overpriced. You could get a similar concept from other Mediterranean restaurants for a cheaper price. If you are an avid bbq fan, however, this place might be a great place to try since they freshly bbq all of their meat. I'm glad I tried KG BBQ since the Egyption/BBQ fusion idea was really interesting, but I would not go again. read more
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