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

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

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Customer service was top-notch from the moment we walked over and started our order. The owner took the time to explain the menu which was a plus! The prices are a little on the high side, but after tasting the food, it's easy to understand why. The quality of the meat is fantastic and every bite was packed with incredible smoky flavor. The seasonings were perfectly balanced, and the flavors absolutely exploded in your mouth. The meats are without a doubt the stars of the show. The BBQ sauces complemented the smokiness perfectly without overpowering the meat. Each sauce brought something different to the table, making it fun to mix and match with the various meats. The sides, however, didn't quite live up to the same standard for me. The potato salad and mac and cheese were just okay and weren't my personal favorites. My son ordered the pimento Mac and cheese and that's just not my favorite. The potato salad had a kick to it. But the flavor was good. Just not my jam but definitely worth looking into! Overall, this is a very solid BBQ spot that absolutely lives up to the hype. If you're looking for high-quality smoked meats with amazing flavor and excellent customer service, this place is definitely worth checking out. I'd happily come back again read more

Parish Barbecue - Two meat plates and a sandwich with cheddar sausage and Boudin sausage! The rolls with their Sriracha honey butter. - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was bummed that they had sold out of rolls because they sound amazing, but we still had a lot to choose from. They have a pretty big menu. We got the brisket, pulled duck, house sausage, house boudin, the crawfish cornbread stuffing, and the mac & cheese. I think the brisket was my favorite, but I also liked the boudin--it was my first time having it. We also wanted to try the duck because you don't see that at many barbecue places it was good. It had a nice citrusy marinade. The mac & cheese was really good too. They were sold out of the dessert, but I would've gotten that as well. This food truck is located at the Austin Beer Works on Springdale. There's lots of outdoor seating and indoor seating as well. We happened to be there on a busy day because they had a three year anniversary celebration at the ABW. read more

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Parish BBQ is a food trailer that sits behind a beer‑and‑coffee joint, the kind of setup that feels very Austin. Parking and the entrance is in the back. A friend recommended this spot, when I scoped it out I discovered it was New Orleans-themed BBQ, very intriguing. Everything is à la carte, so I built myself a little sampler: brisket, pork sausage, mac and cheese, and the cornbread dressing. Brisket: Moist, well‑seasoned, and wonderfully fatty. It's not the heavy smoke you get from classic Texas brisket, but the tenderness and flavor more than make up for it. Sausage: Absolutely massive. And absolutely NOLA. It was a cajun style Boudin sausage packed with rice, spices, and that honestly almost a full meal on its own. I took home half of it for leftovers. Cornbread Dressing: They described it as a crawfish boil in one bite, and they weren't lying. Sweet, salty, and full of bayou flavor. Pimento Mac & Cheese: The richest mac and cheese I've ever tasted. Some might call it salty; to me it's just the natural intensity of pimento. It was bold, cheesy, and unapologetic. The Cajun mustard ties everything together: full of spices, a little sweet, and exactly what I want with smoked meats. Service was fast, the place wasn't busy, and the whole experience felt easy in the best way. Cajun cooking is all about spice and flavor, and Parish delivers on both. A new contender on my BBQ list. read more

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I have been waiting to try Parish Barbecue for way too long. I was definitely surprised to come across them at ABW Sprinkle Valley, but I'm so glad I did. The crawfish cornbread dressing was out of this world. If you're not a fan of nutmeg, skip it. The brisket was well worth the wait and the potato salad left me wanting more. There are three food trucks there, but your safest bet for the best meal is unmistakably Parish Barbecue. read more

Parish Barbecue - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Things happen for a reason. I went to the Egyptian BBQ truck and it was rather late and the Lamb Chops were sold out. However, earlier in the day, someone had highly recommended Parish Cajun BBQ that is literally a couple of blocks away so I headed there for my lite afternoon snack and let me tell you, I had another culinary revelation beyond measure. I ordered Beef Brisket, Pork Spareribs, and Cajun Beef Link with the Acadiana Potato Salad on the side. The brisket is bathed in Tabasco and then finished with Cajun seasonings. I failed to order moist brisket but the cuts that I got were not dry and very flavorful The Pork Spare Ribs also get their Tabasco bath and Cajun spices then finished with a light Steen's cane syrup glaze. Steen's cane syrup is a product of Louisiana. The Beef Links are house made with the Cajun Flair and I love the snap on the casing. The Acadiana Potato Salad really got my attention. I was told that the potatoes are crab boil seasoned water and then Duke's Mayonnaise, Creole mustard, eggs, olives and green onions are added for a perfect marriage of flavors. I am definitely coming back to check out the Pulled Duck Breast and the Crawfish Cornbread Dressing read more

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An unassuming food truck behind a coffee shop. Plenty of outdoor seating and outdoor activities for families and groups. Came here with a couple of friends and we wanted to try a little bit of everything. Line wasn't too long and the owner was there taking orders and was patient enough to explain everything. The wait for the food wasn't bad, everything was ready in about 5 mins. Ribs were probably my favorite, with the brisket a close second. They were nice enough to throw in some burnt ends for us, too. Pimiento Mac and cheese was delightful, and so was the debris grits. The pistolette roll was a nice touch and was delicious with the honey butter. Definitely recommend this place and will be back as soon as possible. read more

Parish Barbecue - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I have been watching this place for months on the gram and finally made it. Hoo boy am I glad I did. It was truly exceptional and definitely not overhyped. Id say underrated in all honesty. The brisket was so good my d*ck fell off and I dont even have a d*ck. And the time and care they put into the presentation was noticed and appreciated. Turkey was also a standout. And the sausage link was one of the largest I've ever consumed. Potato salad was fire flame as well. Good job Holden. Great job actually. Thank you for your delicious bbq. read more

Parish Barbecue - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Ok before you read this review, make sure you know this review is coming from a vegetarian! Yes I am a vegetarian reviewing a barbecue place. Why am I putting this review in? Well because sometimes you have meat loving friends who want to eat barbecue and you don't want to miss out on socialization. As well I figure if the place can make sides good then hopefully that means their barbecue is good right? Located behind Batch Craft Beer and Kolaches, this barbecue trailer is super fun place to bring large groups/family as it has large outdoor seating area with picnic tables and a turf area for the kids to run around and play in. There were other trailers in the back as well, but we focused on Parish which is BBQ with a Cajun twist. We came right when they opened on Saturday at 11 am and was pleasantly surprised there wasn't a long wait. However will say by the time we ordered and got our food the popular items like pulled duck and rolls were sold out by 1 pm. We a vegetarian almost all the sides were vegetarian. I really enjoyed the pimento Mac and cheese (as did my whole group and was unanimous the favorite side out of all the sides). It's slightly sweeter than regular Mac and cheese because of the peppers. I also liked the creole tomato salad as it was nice and refreshing. The potato salad was nothing to write home about. However you must get the fried pistolette rolls!! They were DELICIOUS, buttery but not too heavy and honestly weren't overly fried. Parking wise they have shared parking but plenty of street parking if the parking lot is full. read more

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We loved the concept of BBQ with New Orleans influence, and were looking forward to the unique twist on BBQ. On a Saturday afternoon there was no wait whatsoever and seating is plentiful. Unfortunately, they were out of the Creole tomato salad and pulled duck. We ordered the turkey, brisket, and beef sausage along with vinegar slaw and the roll. We got the absolute last piece of turkey, so it may not be the best representation, but it was not our favorite (on the drier side). The brisket held up much better and was flavorful. Overall, a fun concept and a good spot to not have to wait long for some TX BBQ. read more

Parish Barbecue - Beef sausage, brisket, turkey - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Went on a Friday afternoon and had no wait. The food was delicious and plentiful. We order one of the plates that included pretty much of everything. The brisket and turkey were excellent as were the pork ribs. The duck was pulled and came in its own container. The sideways exceeded expectations compared to other BBQ spots in Austin- homemade and hot. Tons of rolls included baked fresh at Batch with a special spicy butter. Excellent experience. Drinks available at Batch. Plenty outdoor seating. There were 5 of us with lots of leftovers we brought home. The owner came over to check on everything. read more

Parish Barbecue - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place absolutely rocks! The pitmaster, Holden, takes his time talking to you and explaining his process of smoking incredible food. They have such a unique blend of Cajun and BBQ, which is my absolute favorite combo I didn't know existed. We got spare ribs, boudin, cured ham, pickled vegetables, Mac n cheese, crawfish dressing and incredible rolls w Tabasco butter. This was one of the best meals I've had in a long long time. 5/5 no other way to look at it, thank you Parish for doing high quality bbq with a delicious twist. read more

Parish Barbecue - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Craving non traditional BBQ? Parish Barbecue has you covered! This little food truck tucked behind Batch delivers big on Cajun flavors and creative twists. I knew I was in for something special when I was greeted with a slice of brisket which was mouthwatering from the very first bite. For my meal, I went with the pulled duck and their weekly special boudin sausage. The duck was outstanding both moist, flavorful and perfectly paired with crunchy cracklings. The sausage leaned a little dry for my taste, but since it's not a regular menu item no harm done. The sides really sealed the deal. The standout was the crawfish cornbread as it was rich, indulgent and unlike anything I've tried before. It was balanced out by a refreshing tomato salad that hit the spot on a hot Texas day. I'm more of a traditional BBQ fan at heart, but when I'm in the mood for something different Parish Barbecue is absolutely at the top of my list. read more

Parish Barbecue - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

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If you're looking for a non-traditional BBQ spot, this is a great place to check out. We visited on a Saturday afternoon, and there were no lines or long waits, which was a definite plus. Food: We ordered a little bit of everything, including brisket, ribs, the Saturday special pork belly, and pulled duck. My favorites were the pork belly and ribs, while everything else was just average. The pulled duck was our least favorite; it lacked flavor and was a bit more on the greasy side. Service: The person who took our order was friendly and took the time to explain the most popular items and offered suggestions since it was our first visit. read more

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Food truck in East Austin with AMAZING bbq and sides. Service was quick and very nice, and plenty of outdoor seating with shade, at a brewery. Some of the best brisket I've had in Austin. The duck was also great, I'd suggest giving it a try if it's your thing. All the sides were great, but the cornbread and Mac and cheese stuck out to me the most. The cornbread is made with crawfish, which is both unique and delicious! If you like crawfish give it a try. The Mac and cheese was also tasty and more complex than your typical version. Nothing negative to say about the potato salad or coleslaw, they were good! Overall, definitely worth the drive from wherever you are to give them a try next time you're craving some bbq! read more

Parish Barbecue - Brisket, duck, Cole slaw, crawfish cornbread, Mac and cheese, potato salad - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

I came on a Sunday to meet up with my foodie friend and decided to share everything so we wouldn't go into a food coma. This spot is right outside of Batch on the east side in a food trailer. When we arrived, parking in the back was plentiful, and there was no wait. We ordered a duck sandwich, a quarter brisket, and the pimento mac and Cheese to share. All beverages are ordered inside Batch while you wait for your buzzer to go off. So we migrated inside to grab some drinks and came back out to grab our food. Out of everything that we got, I liked the sandwich because of the crunchy duck skins and slaw, but the star of the show was most definitely the mac and cheese. The brisket was probably some of the softest brisket I've had around Austin, but I think the flavors of the duck in the sandwich were a nice new addition to the BBQ scene. Will definitely come back to try out other offerings since its so close to our house! read more

Parish Barbecue - Duck sandwich, pimento Mac and cheese, and brisket - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Yall... parish you shall NOT at Parish BBQ. Where do I begin, one of my favorite IG foodies raved about this place, so before church, I got my grub on... I was expecting a line and there wasn't one... This BBQ and the sides were equally as good! The brisket was so tender that the we could've vent pick up a piece without it falling apart, the rub was delightful. The rib had this sweet peachy glaze and was fall off the bone tender. Sausage had crawfish etouffee inside and was incredible. The roll was fried kolache dough and service with a Tabasco honey butter... this was like a plain donut with a salty, spice, sweet glaze... best bread I've had at any bbq spot! The Mac n cheese has a light kick, and crunch on top. I hate Mac n cheese usually and this is so crave-able my mouth is watering as I write this review. Parish is in the yard behind Batch, ample outdoor seating and indoor seating at batch. I sate inside and had no weird you need to buy something here. The space was clean and hip and had a nice chill vibe. I'm sure the word will get out soon and Parish will have a hefty line and a long wait!!! So many more items to try!! Eat here!!! read more

Parish Barbecue - Fried roll, pimento Mac n cheese. Sausage of the month - etouffe, one rib, and brisket. - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

One of the best bbq spots in Austin! I've been twice now and have tried pretty much all their meats and sides. Everything is just top notch and done well. They're known for the pulled duck, which you don't see on other menus. It's fantastic. They have the best brisket, it's always juicy and tender. My husband loves their pork ribs. And before Parish, I never even batted my eyes at turkey at other joints but man do they do it so flavorful here! Boudin, sausages, pork cracklings are all great. Mac & cheese is one of those sides that's for some reason never hit the mark. Parish's mac is definitely a stand out. Sooo creamy. My favorite side of all time is their cornbread dressing. Gosh I could go on about this spot! Everything is just seasoned perfectly, cooked/smoked to perfection. Only 1 year in business and they received the Michelin Bib Gourmand award. So well deserved and hope to see them continuing to thrive! read more

Finally went to check out Parish Barbecue after hearing many good things about them. We went on a Sunday morning and got there 5 minutes before they opened and we were the first order of the day. They were trying out pastrami burnt ends so we got some of that along with brisket, turkey, and the pulled duck. We really like the burnt ends and I the turkey was the surprise star to me! I think my expectations for the duck were too high, it was good but got cold quickly and didn't blow me away. The sides were better than average and I loved the quality pickles. You also cannot miss the rolls, they were insanely good. Service was super friendly and quick and I like that Batch has plenty of space and parking. If you like exploring the ATX BBQ scene, you have to have this spot on your list. read more

Parish Barbecue - Meat - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

East Austin already has several big time BBQ establishments in the city, some would even say the best in the state. For a newcomer bbq trailer to show up and make its mark it is certainly facing a wide variety of competition. Parish BBQ resides as a trailer in the rear of Batch craft beer near the intersection of Airport @ Manor Rd. It is located with several open picnic tables, an outdoor roof covering for shade along with the canopy of several large trees. The owner originates from Bossier City, Louisiana near the Shreveport area and you can certainly tell there is some cajun heritage made with this BBQ trailer. Its a small truck with just one single smoker, but they are creating a new variety of BBQ. Batch has a small parking lot but dont be surprised if it is all filled up. Parish menu consists of brisket, pork ribs, sausage but then shows some cajun roots with some smoked ham, boudin, and pulled duck. You can order meats individually, 2 or 3 meat plates with two sides, or order up a bbq sandwich. They serve an all meats platter that will feed roughly 3-4 people. Side offerings are Acadiana potato salad, Remoulade vinegar slaw, pimento mac & cheese, crawfish cornbread dressing, and creole tomato salad. They also serve their fried pistolette rolls with a side of honey butter. I ordered the two meat plate with brisket, pork ribs, crawfish cornbread, mac & cheese and also got a side roll. They provide you pager, you wait about 5-10 min and then pick up your order. For a busy Saturday, line was short, orders moved fast and service was quite friendly. Brisket certainly was moist and tender. You can tell in the seasoning there is the typical salt & pepper added with some cajun spices like cayenne pepper and tabasco. Ribs are super tender and easily fall off the bone. Brisket and ribs had a solid flavor, not a heavy smoke cook, and light bark. It seems they practice a low & slow style cooking method. The mac & cheese was fine, but I think there are better cheeses to make with it than pimento. I will say the crawfish cornbread stuffing was quite impressive. I focus on the meats when going to a bbq spot but this side dish really impressed me with its different seasonings. The fried roll was good, fresh, flaky and served with a cajun style butter to it. Parish is a new candidate in the vast list of bbq spots in Austin. It is a small operation serving up their own Louisiana style version of bbq. You realize visiting all these different bbq spots big & small, that everybody has their own style of cooking. It comes down to the wood used, seasoning rub, the smoker, length of the cook and everything in between. If you want to be in the BBQ game in Austin, you have to define your own way of cooking. Parish doesn't get to my Austin top 5 list, but it is still a good operation. The bbq doesnt have a heavy bark smoke taste to it, but certainly has a wide variety of flavors. Also Im not sure how many other spots you are going to find in Austin selling pulled duck. If you are looking for a simple bbq truck with a bit more Louisiana style taste to it, this will be a good choice read more

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TLDR: Parish Barbecue combines Central Texas fundamentals with a Cajun accent, delivering incredible food all around. Prices run high but feel earned, making this newcomer borderline destination-worthy. Overview: Parish Barbecue sits in a stationary trailer behind Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches, a relaxed setup with picnic tables outside and plenty of indoor seats nearby. The pit is led by Holden Fulco, whose time at Franklin and Interstellar shows in the attention to seasoning and smoke. They opened only in March of this year (2025) and have already been recognized as Bib Gourmand by the Michelin Guide, a strong achievement and testament to their success thus far. I arrived at weekday opening and walked right up; ordering was quick and straightforward. Keep in mind that there is somewhat limited parking for the brewery. Food: I got a medley of meats and sides. The brisket is one of the main reasons to come. Both lean and fatty slices carried a pepper-forward bark that was crisp without drying out, with deep beef flavor and well-rendered fat. It's among the city's best. The pork spare ribs leaned a touch sweet; they came off the bone with a gentle tug and could've used a bit more juiciness, but they were still very good. The beef sausage was moist and smoky with a solid texture, just underseasoned enough to miss that memorable bite. The pulled duck was a hit: juicy shreds with a savory, slightly Creole profile, plus fried bits of duck skin that added welcome crunch and richness. The sides show personality, too. The pimento mac & cheese brought sweet pimento notes and a creamy sauce that stayed light, helped by a toasted crumb topping for textural contrast; not a showstopper, but easy to like. The remoulade vinegar slaw was excellent: crisp, bright, and lightly sweet; it is exactly the counterpoint you want next to rich meats. The dessert was a fried pistolette roll with Tabasco honey butter. The roll tasted like a fluffy, lightly sweet donut; the butter added sweetness more than heat, so the bite finished pleasantly but not particularly memorable. The prices skew high: brisket at $39/lb, ribs at $34/lb, sausage at $25/lb, duck at $22/lb, and sides at $6/serving; however, the quality, especially the brisket and thoughtful sides, justifies the spend. Final Thoughts: Parish Barbecue is a confident, Creole-tinged take on Central Texas barbecue that earns a spot among the city's best. A couple of items could use a bit more oomph, but the brisket and duck alone justify a trip, and the slaw and mac & cheese round out the tray. It is borderline destination-worthy, and I am excited to see how it evolves in the future. read more

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Seriously had one of the best bbq experiences I've had in quite some time here. The flavors were unique and refreshing. I never got that whole oh it's brisket again and I'm bored with it feeling. All of the smoked meats were top notch and creative. The same goes for the sides all super creative and amazing. I'll go back, I'll bring folks from out of town and if you're even considering going then do so. Parish Barbecue is treasure and I expect it won't be long before the lines are ridiculous and it's hard to get. read more

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Came here for lunch on a Sunday around noon. Was pleasantly surprised to find no line and that the only item they'd run out of was the boudin sausage. We tried a pretty reasonable portion of the menu and see why they've been getting so much hype! Surprisingly our consensus top item wasn't a meat, but the crawfish cornbread. I honestly could've had just a plate of that as my meal, absolute must have. The pulled duck was the dish that caught my eye the most when looking at the menu initially. The first few bites were like the best pulled pork you've ever had taken up a level. Oddly we all found pretty diminishing returns through the meal and our enjoyment of it went down to around the level of a solid pulled pork after a couple of bites. My personal favorite meat was the beef sausage. I'm generally a beef over pork person and I think this was my first time having a bbq beef sausage, so it's no surprise this did it for me way more than the usual bbq sausage. For a place that does everything besides the brisket non-traditional, they nailed the traditional brisket. The lean wasn't too dry and still had good flavor, the fatty was at just the right level of melt in your mouth delicious without getting too oily They recommended the ham as one of their staples and it was good, but if you're pressed for space I think it's skippable. As with most bbq places, the turkey is skippable, even if lemon pepper makes it sound intriguing, end of the day it's still turkey and pales in comparison to the other meats The pimento mac and cheese was quite good, most other bbq places in Austin this would be the best side available, but I think that says more about the quality of sides in town than the quality of the mac and cheese. The other non traditional sides didn't strike our fancy, but if they sound appealing to you I wouldn't call you crazy for skipping the mac and cheese read more

Everything was superb. Meats have a lite dusting of orange zest which really elevates the flavors. Cook was perfect, everything juicy and tender. Duck was like nothing I've had before and I highly recommend it. Service was friendly and line wasn't long. Got there around 11;45 and had food in our mouth by noon. Grab a cold beer from batch and enjoy sitting in front of a fan if you come in the summer. read more

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The GREAT: The service and the wait - short wait on a Saturday afternoon. The owner was very friendly and gave us more info about all the meats, which was really interesting to hear about, especially the Ham. The Ribs - This may not be very Texan of me, but I always prefer a top-notch rib over top-notch brisket. Very tender and flavorful. The Ham - So having ham at a barbecue is very unique and Parish actually took a lot of time to theory-craft the perfect ham for them, and it shows. It's not my favorite cut of meat, but actually, it's a nice contrast from the other meats. A lot of times at barbecue, you're getting different cuts of meat and using sides to cut into the same flavor, but the ham here works well for that as well. The GOOD: The Sides - I think I enjoyed all of the sides. The cajun flare they brought to the table was welcome compared to the usual sides you get at BBQ. I'm not a dressing fan normally, but the crawfish flavor in the dressing was really nice. The Brisket and Sausage - neither of these meats blew me away but were both very solid. The Boudin - I initially was mixed on the Boudin at first. But after eating all the meats, it grew on me, because it was a bit of a cajun flavor infusion compared to just eating meats. The Turkey - I'm not a fan of turkey overall, but this is probably some of the best turkey I've had. Very juicy pieces of turkey. The MEH: The Duck - This is also one of their unique items, a shredded duck, and we actually weren't aware it was shredded duck and thought it was shredded pork until they asked us about it afterwards. For me, it was a bit dry, and it just doesn't compare to the juiciness you might get from like a Peking duck. I would've like to see a smoked duck that was sliced rather than shredded. read more

Parish Barbecue - Lagniappe Tray - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Came here to catch up with friends at Batch Kolaches and decided to grab a small bite from the new bbq place. A small bite being a Brisket sandwich and Mac and cheese. The line wasn't too bad around 11am on Saturday. I think it was only 15 minutes from when I placed my order to when I get my food. The brisket sandwich was good but the Mac and cheese was amazing. I'd definitely have to come back another time and try everything else. read more

Parish Barbecue - Brisket sandwich and Mac and cheese - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Parish B.B.Q. is pretty good! I was able to get two big plates of food and sample lots of things. Loved the pork rib and sausage, thought brisket was ok. I love Mac and cheese and this did not disappoint, I liked the crunchy bits on top. The potato salad had great flavor as well, highly recommend. The person taking orders is super friendly. We got there about 11:20 and I think it was about an hour to wait in line and receive food. Portions are huge! Love the location. read more

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Food was amazing! We are originally from Louisiana, so when we saw this food truck on TikTok, and the owner from La, we had to come try it for my birthday! Allll the meats were insanely moist, and pretty tender. Lots of flavors to take in! Nice complimentary addition to fill the tray was the pickles - seemed homemade(so good), and some purple cauliflower (also so good). Our tray we made up was mac n cheese, potato salad, pistolettes, ham, turkey, pork ribs, brisket, grits and duck. (The crawfish cornbread i believe was out.) The size of our sides were pints, but they also sell them in smalls. This fed 2 hungry adults, and a teenager with leftovers for later! Great customer service! Plenty of outdoor seating, with restrooms available. Decent parking! Also, bbq always gives me reflux throughout the day, and theirs did not!! Thanks so much for the great food! read more

Parish Barbecue - Grits, pimento mac n cheese, potato salad, ham, brisket, pistolette, turkey, duck, pork ribs - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Located outside on benches there was lots of flies that were a little bothersome. We went kinda late and they ran out of brisket and only had enough for a brisket sandwich. I got the corn crème it was a but spicy for me but that's personal experience. The bbq sandwich was good but def needed more sauce. I'm not sure if for the price I would return it was a good experience but nothing too special to go back. read more

Parish Barbecue - Brisket sandwich, corn creme, gumbo rice, ribs - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Some of the best bbq in Austin. The Cajun twist really sets it apart with some really eye opening rubs. The little rolls are also a plus. Guys in the truck are super friendly. read more

We had a sausage sandwich, a brisket sandwich with a side of Mac and cheese and crawfish corn bread. I wasn't a fan of the corn bread but my fiancé liked it. Mac and cheese was too salty, we both agreed on that but it was still good. I really enjoyed the sausage but when we got home and the food sat we both felt very bloated and nasty. Had it pretty early in the day and we didn't have anything else to eat for the rest of the day because of how we felt after the meal. Even though I really enjoyed the sausage we probably won't be coming back. read more

Delicious! Attached to Batch in the back with a huge space, Parish is set up as an outdoor food truck. We ordered a variety of meats - brisket, sausage, ribs. The sides exceeded expectations - don't skip on these. We ordered $150+ of food but felt like they were stingy on the fixings, onions, pickles, bbq sauce, etc. We had to go back twice to ask for more of everything, slices of bread as well. Either way, excited to hopefully see Parish thrive! read more

Super friendly wait staff. Quick service. Plenty of outdoor seating. Bbq was unique and tasty, but that crawfish cornbread stuff was mind blowing! read more

Parish Barbecue - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Parish sits in the yard behind Batch Kolaches in the East side. There were a couple bluegrass bands playing music, plenty of shade, and relaxed vibe. No wait. Starting with the ribs. I thought they were just tender enough, pulling easily off the bone but not completely falling apart. I actually like this as a personal preference. Very very light smoke flavor and seems like a pepper heavy rub (classic). No complaints here. The brisket sandwich was good. My main issue was that the sandwich came topped with coleslaw. I wasn't a huge fan of the coleslaw, really vinegary batch which muted the taste of the brisket. The underside of the sandwich came with dill pickles and onions. In my opinion, too much veg added in advance. The dill pickles added an additional vinegar element that the coleslaw had already exceeded. Finally, the potato salad looks very seasoned but I thought it was actually lacking a tad of flavor. 4.1/5 overall. If you are in the area, a good option, but didn't see anything that stood out over some of the other places we have here. read more

Parish Barbecue - 1/2 lb of pork ribs ($15), small potato salad ($6), sliced brisket sandwich ($17). $38 subtotal, $41 with tax. - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Oh my goodness! Joel was my Sherpa through a menu where I wanted to order one of everything! The brisket was perfect in tenderness and smoky flavor, the was savory, the sausage had a great snap and spice to it. The coleslaw, pickles and the crawfish cornbread stuffing were amazing! I will absolutely go here again and recommend it to everyone I know! BBQ and Beer at 10:30am is the Texas way thank you Joel and your team read more

Parish Barbecue - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is the after pic because we were so excited to try it. the pork ribs fell off the bone and the pimento mac and cheese were so rich and creamy. will be back and will take a before pic :) read more

Parish Barbecue - the after photo. pork ribs and pimento mac and cheese. so delicious! - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

First of all, if you deduct stars because there's not enough parking or the line is long and/or slow, you're missing the point of Texas BBQ. These guys (and ladies) are obviously putting out a product that far exceeds their bankroll. I hope that changes (meaning their bankroll grows to match their product), but we can't fault them for being excellent and not rich. Ok, I'm off my soapbox for now - this place exceeded my expectations. I have tried over 50 BBQ joints in Texas alone, and so as soon as I heard about this place, I was on it! I arrived at 1:00 on a Friday, and yes, the parking lot was full. I had to walk about 50 yards from my parking spot to the line. And yes, I said line. There was a line at 1:00 pm on a Friday. But I was at the counter in 20 minutes. Now to the food: The brisket was exceptional. Personally, I have a hard time distinguishing between the Top places in Texas when it comes to brisket. Goldee's, Interstellar, Cattleack, Barb's - not much difference in them when it comes to Brisket, in my opinion. This place deserves to be involved in this conversation. I can't pinpoint what it is, but it's good. Very good. Now, I was really excited about the sausage and the duck, but they were sold out. Am I going to punish them on this review because they're good and/or popular? Hell no. I'll be back to try those another time. Let's talk about the ribs - I place 2 places on a pedestal when it comes to ribs - Burnt Bean in Sequin and Terry Black's in Lockhart. To me, nothing tops those 2 places. Well, make that 3 places because this place is absolutely right up there with the best ribs I've ever had. I prefer dry ribs, and I would consider these dry, except the glaze they add - well, let's just say it's amazing. Ribs to die for. Let's talk sides - I had the Mac-n-cheese and the potato salad. There is absolutely nothing "ordinary" about these sides. The chips on top of the Pimento Mac-N-Cheese is an amazing touch, and the Potato Salad is one of the best I've we'd had. Hands down, 2 excellent choices for sides. I can't wait to try the Pistollette rolls and the Cornbread Dressing (Sold Out). Once again, I ain't mad about it - that's what I get for showing up 2 hours after they opened. I plan on going back and trying everything I missed this time. And those ribs - I got a little girl (now 20 y/o) who loves her some ribs. I know she'll go with me! Get to this place as soon as you can! read more

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Been waiting to try this place - sooo happy we finally did. The brisket was CASH $$ (that means good). The Mac n cheese was fire, ribs were hitting too. Impressed with the sauces - they paired so well with the meats. The BREAD - don't skip. Fireeeeeee. The owner was so kind and we will definitely be coming back to eat this barbecue. Price was reasonable too! read more

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Honestly, I was so excited to try this place. I'm a huge fan of both BBQ and Cajun, so this should've been a dream come true. Sadly, Parish manages to fumble on every single front. I showed up right at noon, stood in line for 15 minutes, and was greeted with a sign that said they were out of Brisket, Turkey, Duck, and Chicken. Basically, everything. The "good news"? They had sausage and ham. So I ordered sausage and got a buzzer. Thirty minutes went by. Nothing. Were they out back smoking the sausage from scratch? Forty minutes after ordering, my buzzer finally went off. The sausage was... fine. Nothing special. And definitely not very Cajun. The guys running the place were grumpy and short, which didn't help the vibe. The one saving grace? The crawfish dressing. Genuinely delicious. So if you do go, brace yourself for disappointment, order the dressing, and try to find joy in that while staring at an empty meat counter. Bottom line: Austin has no shortage of great BBQ joints with friendly service and plenty of meat. This isn't one of them. Skip it read more