TLDR: Was visiting my daughter, we decided to do a little road trip to some hill cntry towns. I thought 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. read more

Old 300 BBQ - Chopped BBQ Sandwich and Potato Salad - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

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Very friendly people. I went with the recommendation of jalapeño sausage and brisket. The brisket was nice and moist, exactly how you would expect it to be. The sausage was a little dry but not bad. The best part is, they had some very solid sides. The mashed potatoes were great! They have decent blackberry Cobbler too, something that should be required at every BBQ joint. The sauce was good. I recommend going with the spicy sauce which was really not that spicy at all. Overall, this is a decent Texas BBQ joint. I'd come back read more

Old 300 BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

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I hadn't been in for a long while because 1) I don't live very close and 2) the times I occasionally drive through Blanco are either too early or too late and sometimes I'm just not hungry. No good barbecue in Boerne on Monday, so today I decided to check them out once again. Lots of things have changed, some remains the same. The interior still has the same western vibe, the service is still friendly. Parking remains a problem but then, there is no good parking anywhere in central Blanco unless you're early. The food is still delicious, the biggest change is the price for a sandwich. The lunch specials are within reason but the specialty sandwich prices are eye-watering , coming in strong between 25 and 30 dollars. For a sandwich! And the self-service bean bar is sadly gone. Nevertheless, Old 300 still serves the best barbecue in the southern hill country, so it was worth the drive. read more

Had a great experience at this restaurant, they have a burger Tuesday day, and the beef ribs were delicious. Ladd was very friendly and kind, even though he was struggling at the register tallying up our order, he even offered to give us a tour of the back of the restaurant. The place is clean and the environment is perfect to spend a family meal. read more

Old 300 is a Hill Country gem. The restaurant practically shouts Texas, and it even has a beautiful dance hall, The Back 40. Pitmaster Ladd is a great character. If you ask what he recommends, he'll probably say, "The beer!" Don't let him fool you, though. The BBQ is the real star. Outstanding! read more

Just in the town square of Blanco. You order at the counter and they bring you your food. They have an island on the way to the cashier with bottled beer, soda and water. They have happy hour drafts as well. It's a bit pricey, but the food is good! We had 3 large pork ribs and about a half pound of waygu brisket. The smoke is so good! 2 choices of BBQ sauce: spicy and sweet. read more

Old 300 BBQ - Pork ribs and Waygu brisket. - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

Stopped here for lunch as we travel from the RGV to Dallas. Good food, friendly staff, fast service, peaceful and calming eating place. You get your moneys worth. Over all nice place to stop and eat. Would highly recommended. read more

Old 300 BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

We arrived around 12 on a Monday and it looked busy as all the parking spot were full. We had to park a block away on the street. When we walked in, there was no line, multiple tables still free and lot of people were leaving. Guess we missed the lunch rush. We looked at the menu and there was a lot to choose from. The Wagyu brisket was already sold out...wondering if that is that is their prize meat. Guess I'll have to come back and try it one day. The drinks are can soda, tea, water or lemonade (sold out). Each member of our family got the Lunch special: meat sandwich, one side and a drink for $15. My husband got the pork sandwich and the seasoning on the outside was salty, but I'm sure it blends well when you take a bite with lots of meat from the middle. I got the brisket sandwich and it was meaty and tender. The bbq sauces were spicy or original. To me the regular tasted better. The spicy was a bit watery and didnt feel as spicy as I thought it would be. Our sides were the mac & cheese and cream corn. The mac was ok but I could taste the pasta more than the cheese. I felt it either needed to be more saucier or needed more cheese and it would have been perfect. The cream corn was amazing. It had a lot of sauce, pepper and flavor. My youngest got french fries. These were the best french fries I have had in a long time. They were hot, crunchy on the outside with soft potato on the inside. They were fat cut too. The dining area had a lot of signs and Texas decor. On the table was a sign to go dino hunting. There is a dinisaur hidden and if you find it, you get a free dessert. We didnt find it of course. Overall this would be a place I would stop in again, if I am ever in the area. read more

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Pretty disappointed with this place. I was looking forward to trying it. Service was terrible from the start. The lady at the front counter seemed like she would rather be anywhere else than dealing with people. You could tell it was a spot for "locals" and people passing through got the step child treatment. Someone in my party ordered a chopped brisket sandwich and we were told there was a $1 fee for chopping the brisket. I have never heard of anything so outlandish before. Aside from the service, the food wasn't very good either. Make sure to have a fresh drink with you to wash down all of the dry meat they serve. Glad I finally got this place checked off of the Texas BBQ bucket list because it was the first and last time I will be there. read more

Old 300 BBQ - Willie Nelson - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

I've wanted to try this place but a while as I've heard great things about it. My wife and I went to Blanco for a Valentines Day together in the rain. It was good. The Angus brisket was tender but they're Mac and cheese (not the BBQ Mac and cheese), was just normal. However, I enjoyed the atmosphere and food. Of course the company as well!! read more

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Visiting family in Central Texas, everyone raved about Old 300 BBQ, so I had to check it out! You order at the front counter, then can take a look around. The place has cool pictures and decorations, definitely old-school Texas BBQ vibes. I ordered two dino beef ribs and some wagyu brisket to take home. The dino ribs were amazing - fantastic bark and tender meat. The brisket was good, but not quite as good as the ribs. I've had a lot of BBQ in Central Texas, and this was comparable, but could have used a little more salt and pepper for my preference. Overall, good BBQ at Old 300! read more

Ribs and corn were great, got my food very quickly, everyone was nice. Portions were perfect for me read more

Old 300 BBQ - Pork Spare Ribs Cream Corn - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

Ignore Texas Monthly. This is a must stop BBQ joint. I intentionally take the extra time traveling on 281 from ATX to SATX so I can stop here. Friendly folks in a comfortable spot on the square. Seating inside and out. Prices are great - way better than Austin. Grab a beer and get in line... WAGYU BRISKET, Y'ALL! Beefy and well smoked. Just the right amount of pull and a great smoke ring. And it's all "moist!" This is the real deal! Ribs, turkey, sausage, and chicken are all great. Sides are awesome as well. I like the green beans and Mac & cheese. I think they have dessert, too, but I never make it that far. Come & Eat It! read more

Humongous portions! Tender and delicious!! Sandwich piled high with sliced meat. Easily 2 servings, maybe 3. Potato equally as huge 2 meals. I enjoyed being able to make my own Arnold Palmer so I got the portions exactly how I wanted. read more

Old 300 BBQ - Willie Nelson sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

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Fantastic BBQ in Blanco! Stopped in during our trip and had the best brisket sandwich I've ever eaten -- perfectly smoked with that true pit flavor. The sides were awesome too! My husband had the chopped brisket sandwich, which was just as delicious. Great food, friendly folks, and we'll definitely be back next time we're in Blanco! read more

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We used Old 300 BBQ for our wedding rehearsal dinner, and we seriously could not have been happier. They have a private event room that's separate from the main restaurant, and it was exactly the vibe we were going for--rustic, warm, and inviting. From the moment we started planning, Shelly (the event coordinator) and the rest of the team were incredible. They made sure every detail was taken care of, and their hospitality and service were top-notch throughout the night. Everything turned out beautiful, and the whole experience felt effortless thanks to them. And the food is absolutely amazing!! We were able to offer our guests four types of meat, four sides, and three dessert options, and everyone raved about how delicious it all was. I highly recommend the banana pudding! It turned out to be a truly spectacular night, and Old 300 BBQ played a huge part in making it perfect. If you're looking for a place to host an event in the area, we highly recommend them. And we'll definitely be back next time we're in town to grab a meal in the restaurant! read more

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Nice people and very flexible on ordering...they don't technically have 2 or 3 meat meals but they accommodated. Wife got the lunch special and it was a massive sandwich with a side and drink...I got brisket, turkey, and jalapeño sausage...all outstanding. I always benchmark a Q joint by the brisket and this place could stand toe to toe with anyone in the Texas top-10. Nice beer selection, clean, fun atmosphere, and not overpriced. Will certainly go back! read more

We visited this nice restaurant in the Summer and I never posted it. Our friends and taken us to a distillery nearby and we went for dinner. It happened to be right after Shelly Duvall passed. They say she used to visit often there as it was her home town. The bbq was unbelievably good!! Not really hard to guess as it has been around forever. I would say if you are in the Blanco area, please do yourself a favor, don't miss supporting this friendly spot and don't miss your opportunity to eat this great food. I would 100% recommend. read more

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Been working out of this area for over 20 years and this is old reliable when the idea of bbq gets in my head. 300 does not cater to visitors so read the room order up put the phone away and enjoy every bite of superior bbq. read more

Old 300 BBQ - Chopped bbq, pickled onions and house lager. - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

Had a business meeting here and got a sampler plate to go, chicken, brisket, turkey with 3 sides ( corn , coleslaw, potato salad) with two large drinks =$65 I personally didn't like the turkey as it was more like turkey bologna that was smoked ( maybe that's what it's supposed to be? Smoked turkey bologna?? I wasn't really sure but that's the texture of it) The potato salad was mainly like mashed potatoes and purple onions mix 1/2 to 1/2 ( no one else liked it either, and I never asked them about it/ all volunteer opinions) " same about the beans " The brisket was pretty good The spicy bbq sauce good Corn rated as fair to midland / not bad but not good, just cream corn I like pinto beans so I got some unfortunately they were very bland and no extra flavor ( I.e salt , pepper, onion, garlic notes) Coleslaw I didn't try it, it mayo based and I like vinegar slaw, so can't say anything about it. Tea was self serve so I had lots of ice which some places don't give you enough ice anymore In general I wouldn't drive out of the way to eat here, it's just a handy location between San Antonio and Johnson city on 281 read more

Old 300 BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

For me,, I repeat, for me... For the rest of my life on earth, whenever I even hear the words "BBQ" I will only think of 300. The absolute best BBQ I've had that exactly, without a doubt hit every angle on my palate of preference. *Note - my experience overall included ALL OF THE SIDES!!!! For me,, the textures, spices, balance, sauces etc were flawless. A huge thanks to Shelly the catering Capo for letting me know they ship to Houston via Goldbelly read more

What a great venue for any gathering! Recently had a birthday party celebration at their Back 40 (Old 300 dance hall). Shelly and her crew took care of the all catering ... sliders, charcuteries, and of course great BBQ meats. Located off the main square in downtown Blanco, Old 300 is the place to go for great BBQ, and dancing! read more

After scrolling through dozens and dozens of reviews, it became apparent that this place is doing something right despite just three poor reviews that can be dismissed. I have to admit this place does have a country charm about it, and I was surprised there was only about a dozen tables inside and about the same outside. As soon as you enter, the order counter is right in front of you along with an iced down beer table with soft drinks, water, and beers. They do have a happy hour and daily specials. Once you place the order with a credit card , they'll flip the tip screen over with the tip percentages. Your receipt comes in the form of an email with the breakdown when you use your card. Whether you're dining in or get it to go, the sides come in plastic containers, including the blackberry cobbler which was smashed into a container beyond recognition. Unfortunately, the side of pinto beans were utterly flavorless and lifeless with nothing like brisket or peppers to add some life to them, avoid this item. The coleslaw was the typical mediocre offering I've had numerous times before, not bad, just tired of it. We got the brisket sandwich and it basically comes on a glorified toasted hotdog bun. As I started digging in to a sampling of some of their meats, I found the waygu brisket (which you pay extra for) to be dry with not much of a smoke ring and 20% fat. The brisket on the sandwich was a little more moist and fared better. However, the stars of the show were the St. Louis style ribs which were perfectly smoked, moist and large (no baby backs here). The smoked turkey breast is also something else we'd recommend because it was tender and juicy with just the right amount of smoke. Their sausage did have some decent spiciness and it was meaty, but a little on the dry side. Some things were really good, but not everything was which means no five stars from me, but a good acceptable 3 1/2 stars. If I could do it all over again, I'd purchase a rack of the ribs for $60 and a half pound of turkey which would have me slapping down 5 stars. A few photos included for more insight. read more

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Crazy good food! I can see why it's so popular. The food comes out quick and is fresh! read more

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While on travel over the Thanksgiving holiday, I was looking for somewhere to eat between San Antonio and Kingsland. It was only by happenstance that I was on Goldbelly's website, looking for side dishes to take to the in-laws, that I stumbled upon Old 300 BBQ. Since we were pretty much passing right by, we decided to make this our lunch spot. They have plentiful parking, so that is always a plus. Once inside, you order at the counter. The interior is very rustic, as you would expect a BBQ place to be. As it was the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, we got their special, the Wagyu Wednesday, which is wagyu for the price of angus (I think it was 1.5 lbs of brisket, figuring we could have leftovers in case nothing was open in Kingsland). The brisket was delicious, so flavorful and tender. I know we had green beans for a side, and am sure the husband got mac n cheese, and they tasted great. I love that they had the sauces and all the condiments readily available so you could get what you needed. Overall a great experience and had it not been for them using Goldbelly to ship their food nationwide, I literally would have never known about this place. Great job! read more

Old 300 BBQ - Wagyu brisket and sausage - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

Was in Blanco TX and got hungry so of course I headed to Old 300 BBQ. This place has free parking which is always nice. They have indoor and outdoor sitting areas. Inside is air conditioned which is nice in the Texas summer heat. So the process is go inside read the menu, they do NOT have plates so you order everything individually. Order pay and they bought us our food to our table. Everything was delicious. The brisket looked so good and tasted even better. The potato salad was nice and cold and full of flavor. Husband got a pork rib which he said was done correctly. Go to Old 300 BBQ, eat enjoy and eat local. read more

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Good, solid BBQ. Nice people on a cool small town square. I will definitely be going back.

In a specific nichè like Bat B Que, sometimes it's the very small things that separate "good places", from "great places". Take Old 300 for example, all of the meats, the sides and all of the extras are wonderful! What sets this place apart is the fabulous service! The staff is great across the board! Cami is fantastic and clearly is on top of things! Anytime we are remotely close to Blanco, we will be stopping here!! read more

The Old 300 Team provided some great food and friendly customer service. I suggest mixing and matching the ribs, wet brisket and turkey! All were very good. Though all of the sides we tried in our group were tasty, the portions seemed a little small. This is a good Texas BBQ joint and the Blanco town square provides a perfect local feel. I recommend trying the local favorite. read more

Great BBQ joint ambiance. Helpful and friendly service. Pork ribs were plump, juicy, tender, and flavorful. Wagyu brisket was a bit dry and disappointing. Chopped BBQ sandwich was ok. The fried okra was pretty good and the potato salad was excellent. Didn't care for the taste of either the sweet or spicy BBQ sauces. Surprisingly expensive. read more

Old 300 BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

06 Jan 2024 It was either here or the Redbud Cafe. BBQ won. As we've learned, all good BBQ joints are pricey. Our two sandwiches, two sides and two drinks was $52. What did we get? Smoked turkey sandwich with a side of potato salad and the Willie Nelson with a side of Mac and cheese. The turkey sandwich says you get half a pound of meat. It looks like more. The Willie has sliced brisket, sausage and pork loin. It's a monster sandwich. All the meats are great. Lean, but moist. The bread is a soft, delicious hoagie. The potato salad tends towards mustard and contains deviled egg. The Mac is like your grandma made, so good. Go there and spend the money when in Blanco. read more

Old 300 BBQ - 06 Jan 2024 Smoked Turkey Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

Old 300 can do nothing wrong in my eyes. Everything I have ever ordered from them has been juicy, flavorful, and if you did need anything at all, it was just to dump it and some barbecue sauce. They have plenty of seating areas inside and out and can definitely accommodate larger groups. We have ordered almost every meat they have, and it is always cooked to perfection with a great fat content, perfect seasoning, excellent smoke ring, and perfectly peppered. This last time we ate there somehow our order never made it to the back and to compensate us for the wait we got free dessert! I got the smoked cheesecake with blackberry sauce! So delicious! They are worth the drive, out in Blanco, TX about 30 minutes north of San Antonio, and there are lots of great places to shop as well! read more

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We love the brisket here and the fried okra is the best you will find in a BBQ restaurant. They play classic country in the the dining room which I love. But the very best thing about this restaurant is the friendly reception you get when you order from a sweetheart named Cami who always has a smile and such a great attitude! We always feel welcome here which we love! read more

Wow! The service by Camy and Annie were amazing! Such wonderful service! Also, the BBQ/food was superb! Thank you Old 300 BBQ for your great food and service! read more

I visited Old 300 and met the Pitmaster Ladd Pepper - he is such a sweet and knowledgeable guy! He made us feel right at home. The food was great as well! Highly recommend stopping in! read more

All I can say is Holy Sh!t!!! Such a wonderful BBQ joint. The Dino Ribs were awesome: tender, juicy, massive and a great smoke ring. Great prices and great food. read more

Old 300 BBQ - Dino Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Blanco, Texas

We had a rehearsal dinner here and I can't recommend this place enough! Shelley and her staff were so helpful and accommodating during the entire set up and through take down. They went above and beyond! read more

1/2 pound brisket sandwich on a warm, soft hoagie roll, sprinkled with sweet pickled onions and just enough spicy sauce to give it a little tang...heaven!! read more

Great value for the enormous portions! Service was friendly. Food was cooked perfectly, it was delicious. Glad to find quality TX BBQ in Blanco. read more

Ordered a brisket sandwich. Fantastic!!! Must have been most of the brisket on the roll. The roll was great. Most enthusiastically recommend Old 300 BBQ. read more