LOVE Stuffed Especially on Wednesdays! That's Jambalaya…read moreDay and it is soooo GOOD Got it to go and they had it all ready when I arrived.

Had gone to check out Interstellar bbq on Friday at about 130 but they had run of just about…read moreeverything. Fortunately for us, we looked across the street and saw this spot which turned out to be a gem. It's a cajun meat market that doubles as a cajun kitchen. They offer simple, no frills dishes that are pretty tasty and true to Louisiana cuisine. There's limited seating and while there's a steady number of folks coming in, didnt see anyone not grt a table so the flow is pretty steady for geoups of 4 or less. If you're bringing a group larger than 4, you may have a hard time seating everyones. We had the shrimp po boy and the roast beef boy. The french bread on both was amazing: warm and soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Both were loaded pretty generously and came with lettuce, tomato pickles and mayo. The side we chose were fries which were pretty spectacular: thinly cut and well seasoned. The only sad part is that it's way north for us. We'd probably be there more often if ot were closer.

In route home, I decided to stop in an Indian market looking for natural ginger. To my surprise,…read morethe market was closed. A meat market had their "Now Open" sign up thus I decided to pop in. One of my friends has been on the hunt for goat meat, which they had. initially, I decided to get pricing for her. I tried communicating in English but was unsuccessful to get my point across. The workers at the store spoke no English. I've tried showing my language translator but was unsuccessful. Fanous meats has a good selection meats. I need to get back into Duo Lingo to brush up on my languages. I will be ready next time. I have never been in an meat market that has so many exotic meats. Unique environment...

Great meat, nice and helpful, amazing meats and large choice of really tasty cuts and amazing…read morebutchers

I stopped in for Valentine's Day and picked up carnitas with rice, beans, and tortillas, a fajita…read moreplatter with two kinds of rice and two kinds of beans, fresh guacamole, fresh salsa, extra tortillas, and their menudo (which comes with lime, cilantro, and chopped onions). I even grabbed a few pieces of their sweet bread to serve with strawberries and whipped cream. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and generous. The carnitas were tender and perfectly seasoned, the fajitas were juicy, and the menudo was exactly what you want, rich, comforting, and authentic. The guacamole and salsa are freshly made. Best part? All of that was under $50. The staff is always friendly and they recognize their regulars, which makes it feel like a true neighborhood spot. If you're looking for quality Mexican food without restaurant prices, this is your go to spot. Austin Yelp elite approved!

I like the prices and the amount of meat I got!! I ordered the two meat plate and I got double rice…read moreand beef fajita and barbacoa meats. I got a lot of corn tortillas and cilantro and onions with a whole cut up lime and that green sauce that is tasty!! The guys are really fast and efficient and very nice! It's a quaint place in the back of the supermarket! I will be coming back for sure!! :)

I visited Micklethwait Barbecue in the mid-afternoon, which is usually a slower time for…read morerestaurants, and I was hoping to avoid the crowds. Luckily, there was no line, so I was able to order right away. Both the indoor and outdoor seating areas are really nice. If I hadn't been on the road, I probably would have stayed and hung out a little longer, but I ended up getting takeout instead. The Tex-Czech sausage was one of the most delicious sausages I've had at a BBQ restaurant. I absolutely loved the melted cheese inside the sausage. The brisket also hit the spot, and the sauce was amazing. My only wish, or small complaint, is the portion size. It feels like shrinkflation may be part of it, and it's definitely not cheap. But for a once-in-a-while treat, Micklethwait is absolutely worth it.

I honestly debated whether to post about Micklethwait BBQ or keep this hidden gem to myself... but…read moreit's too good not to share! This spot was a standout on our Austin BBQ tour and completely lived up to the hype. The brisket and sausage were both incredible, but the brisket especially stole the show. It was easily my favorite in Austin. The bark had the perfect texture and flavor, while the meat itself stayed unbelievably juicy and tender. Every bite was exactly what you hope for when you think of great Texas BBQ. The sausage was just as impressive, packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. You can tell there's real attention to detail here! If you're putting together a BBQ tour in Austin, this place deserves a spot on your list. Part of me wants to gatekeep it, but it's just too good not to recommend!!

Opa's is familiar to anyone shopping for sausage at the supermarkets in Central Texas. However,…read moreeven if you've tried their signature bratwurst, it's definitely worth stopping by this uniquely cute deli/store. Parking can be found at one of two small lots at the front/side of the building. Signs will direct you to the front door. Inside, the store is on the small side but immaculately clean. There's cold cuts, pickled vegetables, and all of their meat/sausage selections. Only about 4-5 are sold in the supermarket, but here you can find their entire selection, including an intriguing smoked beef or pork tenderloin. The store owners are friendly and have a lot of knowledge on their products. Definitely worth a stop during a trip to F'burg!

Walked in on a Monday to get a custom deli sandwich. I LiTeRaLlY had to unhinge my jaw to take a…read morebite! This sandwich was jam packed with flavor and toppings. Grabbed a specialty soda and this meal put me into a food comma . Definitely recommend checking out their website/menu!

I really wanted to like Black Gold more than I did. It's a beautiful, modern space with super…read morefriendly and accommodating staff, plus plenty of parking which are all great first impressions. But unfortunately the BBQ, which should be the star of the show, just didn't quite hit the mark for me. I came in hoping to try one of their lunch specials, only to find out they had recently discontinued them. I almost left but the staff kindly honored the deal anyway, which definitely turned things around in the moment. I ordered the chopped beef sandwich with garlic parmesan fries. While the food wasn't bad, it lacked the depth of flavor I expect from Central Texas BBQ. Even with sauce it didn't deliver that rich smokiness or bold seasoning I'm used to. That said, maybe I just chose the wrong dish. Their menu does have some intriguing options like crispy duck, ribs, an elk burger, and a full bar. I might give them another try during happy hour or if I'm nearby, but I wouldn't make a special trip just for the BBQ.

It's rare to not have to queue up for BBQ in Austin. This is one of those spots that takes…read morereservations and you can walk right in. BBQ was very good. Ribs were probably my favorite. I'm partial to baby back over spare ribs. Brisket was decent. Fatty slices were much better than the lean. Sausages were a star. Both were moist and great amount of fat. Pickles and red onion were a nice touch. Overall, a different spot than the norm and worth a visit. Prices are by the half pound and generous.

I have been a customer for more than a year, and I have nothing but good things to say about Austin…read moreMeat Market. The store is impeccable, and the customer service is outstanding. The halal meat is always fresh, and they offer a great variety of groceries as well. Highly recommended!

It has been a year since starting to go here. A friend of mine wanted to know if halal vs…read morenon-halal meats tasted different. So being the non-Muslem, I decided to help him decide. It is located in an old strip mall behind another building. This lead to no front door parking. So I found a spot and walked over. It is a small store with groceries to the right and a meat/butcher counter to the left. The store only had a couple of customers in it at that time. I strolled around the limited groceries and they had the basics. Then I wandered back toward the meat counter. Dividing the two sections I found precut meats. This is when I decided to do my test on chicken breasts. Couldn't find the full breasts so I went with smaller cut pieces. Just an FYI, you can request any cuts of meats at the counter. But I didn't want to wait so I grabbed and headed to pay and go. The results, BTW, halal meat was more tender and tasted the same and prices the same

Super cool vibes in there with a huge TV & some big bench tables for groups! They have fresh…read morerefrigerated jerky that was delicious and a good beer selection. Felt like the food wasn't so flavorful, but we'd come back for sure

Best burger I've had in a while! Would highly recommend adding a fried egg and some jalapeños!…read moreFries are basic but for a bar they get the job done. Would come back again. Ambiance is electric on a Friday night, groups all around and tvs up with games and shows. Service was decent, but bring your patience because it does get busy. Not many kids here so keep that in mind. Great spot for a grab n go beer , we got the Texas special 2GO and walked the square. Quality drinks and food!

Their homemade sausage is the best you can buy! They are also very friendly folks! You can't go…read morewrong Doing business with these guys!!!

I've visited La Chaparrita for the hot food and for the meat market and Mexican mart. The diner…read moreinside has very good and fresh food. Everything we got had a lot of flavor. There are chips and salsa available as well. The tortillas are not of the home made variety. The prices are fair for the area and they do have Pepsi fountain drinks. Being that there's also a store portion there's plenty of other drinks too. The serve was fast and there are a few tables to eat there. As for the meat market they have everything you could want. I am partial to the beef for fajitas. Many of the Mexican wares and candies are available. They also have a variety of aguas frescas and churros. If you're looking for a Mexican market this is a great place to visit.

What a great little market and cafe. I purchased corn on the cob, beefsteak tomatoes, some Mexican…read morePastry and 1pc of vanilla tres leches cake. I bought these on the market side. Then I worked my way to the cafe/kitchen. I ordered 2 beef tacos. My Spanish is very limited. The sweet woman helping me spoke zero English. There were a lot of outside workers enjoying their lunch. I ended up with 2 papusas. Not sure of the meat filling- looked like chicken. (LOL), then a gentleman spoke to me and this time I got 2 beef fajita tacos on nice fresh corn tortillas. I kept the papusas too. They offered refrigerated cases of soda pop including Jaritos and juices, they also had large containers of several flavors of Agua Fresca of which I ordered a Grande Mango flavor. You could get your beverage with milk added as well. Probably seating for 25. No menu-once I moved up in line I could not only smell but I could see the steam tables which faced the staff and were loaded with food. There were a handful of things I didn't recognize. What I did recognize was beef fajitas, beef lingua, tripe, caldo de res, refried beans, Mexican rice, fresh tortillas. I sat down and opened the 2 beef tacos and ate one. It was really good and I was full so took the rest home. They sure don't skimp on the beef!!!! There were lots of diners coming and going. Most of them were getting combination plates. I'm going to have to figure that out next time. I had asked for a side of frijoles, but I was likely confused because I think the beans and rice only came with combination plates. Anyway, I enjoyed my taco and I'll definitely go back after I polish up my Spanish a bit !!!!