Amazing brisket and sausage. True Texas BBQ and vibe. I didn't know I needed Balsamic & Chile Lime sauce in my life until I came here. Now I need to plan on being in Austin for their 12 Days of Christmas! read more

I still love Stiles Switch but skip the wings next time you're there! I decided to try something different, and ordered the garlic parmesan wings. What I got was a plate of grease, garlic, and tough chicken skin with a little bit of meat underneath. Fortunately the sides of creamed corn and tater tot casserole were delicious and completely made up for disappointing meat. My husband and friend liked their brisket. We also tried the special sausage of the month - beef chimichurri sausage. It pretty much tasted like sausage. We ate outside so we could have a decent conversation but once some other guests came out and added to the noise of the music from the speakers, it was pretty loud out there too. Overall, the meal was delicious and convenient, so I'd still call it a win (with a lesson.) read more

Fantastic Texas Style BBQ My return trip to Austin after a decade plus, I had to get bbq. After work on a Wednesday, I decided to stop by and get my fix. This location is in a strangely empty/ not busy strip, so parking was plentiful and it looked very plan outside. However when you walked through that doors, the smells and ambiance changes you. The staff have the friendly Texan charm and give you a big welcome and are helpful in choosing your meal. Prime rib special comes with 2 sides and a bread. The roll is a little lukewarm and semi-hard. For sides, I ordered them corn pudding and Brussels sprouts. The sprouts are drenched in a sauce, tasty but heavy. The corn pudding is more in the bready side, but quite nice. You can get some onions and jalapeños as accoutrements. The kick provides a nice foil to the heaviness of the meats. And that leaves the meat. The prime rib was delicious. Soft and tender with an amazing smokiness. I also ordered a half pound of brisket. It's a lean cut, so a bit dry when compared to fatty cut. But amazing and worth a repeat. Both meats made my dinner and bbq addiction complete. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Smoked Prime Rib Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Stopped by to pickup some bbq Togo today. Got to try their brisket and pork belly burnt ends. Pluses: Pork belly was tasty in the spicy sauce Free brisket end slice offered to be added by the slicer Easy containers available for sauces Togo Mustard bbq sauce was interesting and good. Minuses: Pork belly was a bit dry despite me asking for fatty. Definitely not a top 25 brisket I've had in Texas and not something I'd go out of my way Pork belly didn't stand out as a bbq specific dish. I've had similar elsewhere from non bbq places or at home. Compared to goldees, they aren't even close to peak pork belly. Base bbq sauce they put in my bag was very liquidy and not really fitting anything I was wanting for bbq. One of the guys was giving the carver attitude when asked to help get another brisket from the back and idk what was up with him but doing that at all, especially in front of customers, just leaves a bad taste in my mouth . The carver is just doing her job. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Sliced Brisket and Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Amazing food, great bbq. The service was very friendly and the restaurant has relaxing vibe. Very crucial to enjoy the BBQ

They keep getting better with age. Hopefully, I'm the same. I started going to Stiles Switch 10 years ago and I have gone back numerous times. I am a huge fan. The thing that impresses me the most is that they do it every single day. You're going to go to some places that sell out within three hours, but these guys keep it going from 11 to 8 every single day (except Monday) and the food is incredible. I really like the brisket and the corn pudding. I'm also a big fan of their fries. If you get a chance to go in on Thursday, they will have a brisket burger of some type. Do yourself a favor, get one, because they are incredible. I've always loved the lights strung above the restaurant, which kind of gave it a cool feel. The people are one of the best parts of the entire experience, though. Over the years, I've gotten to know Duane and the rest of the crew and they are the best in the business as far as I'm concerned. Do yourself a favor, go and enjoy some of the best barbecue in Austin. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Brisket, corn, pudding, fries, and smoked brisket burger - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Located in the oldest shopping center in #centraltexas which also was used in the movie Dazed and Confused in the 90s where it appeared as The Emporium. The ribs both baby back and beef were delish, the brisket was nice and juicy, Mac was decent, the corn cake thing - that was DIVINE. And I like the chile relleno sausage but it didn't have much poblano flavor to it, wish there was more! The staff were nice. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Pretty good BBQ and good enough for me to come twice in a trip. Some sides are better than others, so the thing that knocks it down a star is consistency. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Perfect family joint for Texas BBQ vibes. Came with a big group 5 adults, 4 kids (all under 5). Was easy to get a big area for us and the kids loved watching the guys serve the food from the booth. Corn casserole was SO GOOD - like beyond what we anticipated. Perfect portion sizes and bang for our buck. This northerner enjoyed the sweet tea for sure. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Switch BBQ in Austin, Tx. Been to @stilesswitchbbq a few times over the past few years. Never too crowded, a great selection of items and a very homey atmosphere. Loved the burnt ends, might go light on the jalapeno in the Frito Pie if I ordered it again. Prices here are also exceptional and everyone is super friendly. read more

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I came here with two fellow Longhorns and three Aggies before the Texas A&M at Texas game last Friday. When we went up to order, Longhorns got a burnt orange koozie and Aggies got a maroon one, a nice touch! Eric R. and I (the only split couple) shared a two meat plate with double brisket, mac n cheese, and corn pudding. We were also given a sample of pinto beans and serrano brussel sprouts. The plate was adorned with onions (raw and pickled), pickles, and jalapenos, plus topped with two slices of eggy bread and a side of BBQ jus. I got a topo chico as wel. At the table, there were other flavored, thicker BBQ sauces including balsamic and chile lime. I went with the chile lime and it was really good. As a Texan and brisket snob, I thought the brisket was really delicious! I enjoyed the sides but the brisket was indeed the star of the show. It was nice to have eggy bread and not boring white bread too. Eric R. also tried Carlie M.'s sausage and said it was good. I would like to return to try the beef rib when I know I could take some back or share it with more people. Hook em horns! read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Brisket x2 plate - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

I first visited Stiles Switch in 2019 and found the food to be pretty bad. This time around, it was a bit better, but still not worthy of the Texas Monthly Top 50. We ordered brisket, ribs, and sausage. The brisket and ribs were flavorful, but overcooked. The sausage was pretty bad. The staff was friendly. There's plenty of indoor seating. read more

A+++ all around. Best brisket bark I've ever had; the spicy/peppery Ribs weren't far behind. Don't miss the Potato salad and Tater Tot Casserole -- It'll change your life. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - 3 Meat Plate -- Brisket, Pulled Pork, St. Louis Pork Ribs, Potato Salad, Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Texas BBQ has a high bar and Stiles Switch is renowned for being a top tier spot comparable or close to the famous ones. I haven't visited those spots yet but have had Texas BBQ outside of Austin. Massive benefit is that wait times are drastically lower because everyone's too busy hyping up the other spots. Large parking lot, large indoor seating, and minimal wait. I snagged a beef rib because it's the thing you have to try when you're in town. They brought out two large ribs and gave me a choice. It was about $32/lb at this time and each rib is roughly in the 1.25lb range. First time here and you can get barbecue sauce, bread, pickles, onions, jalapenos, and pickled onions on the side. I wanted to order more but was slightly full from a bakery and coffee shop, so I wasn't actually sure I could finish the rib. I would've loved to try the brisket and compare it to previous experiences, but had to settle for one item. Beef Rib - it's truly as filling as it looks. I was expecting the meat to fall off the bone a little smoother but there was some friction. Still tender and delicious, there was a hefty amount of fat compared to meat which I felt could've been better balanced or better, more meat than full fat. My first bite was overly salty but after that, it was fairly balanced. These were just some small nuances but the overall experience was tender with fatty bits melting in your mouth. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Beef Rib - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I'm a big fan of Texas BBQ, and Stiles Switch delivered in spades. We ordered 4 beef ribs ($35 per rib) and they were absolute perfection. Meltingly tender and pleasantly - not overly - smokey, they wiggled like a bowl of jello, and fell from the bone with the slightest tug. Amazing! We also ordered the The Texas Trinity ($105), which came with 1 lb Brisket (juicy and tender), 1 lb Pork Ribs (firmer and snappy), 1/2 lb Sausage (the special of the day, pimento cheese sausage was our favorite), and 2 quarts of sides (corn casserole and tater tot casserole for the win!). We ate like kings for two days off this heaping platter of goodness, what a treat! read more

I have been working my way through the central Texas BBQ joints. Fo the most part hitting the small joints outside of Austin . Today I was in the city and it was early so Stiles Switch here I come . I got the 2 meat plate with sides. Wow, I mean yowza wow. As I am speaking today these guys are #1 and at a whole top tier level . Brisket was outstanding, bark,smoke ring , tender,moist , a perfect 10. The one not to sleep on was the pork belly burnt ends. Honestly I could get a double order and eat until I got sick. Just go. Stand in line do the tradition and over order and over eat. Outstanding Texas BBQ. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - 2 Meat Plate Brisket, Pork belly burnt ends - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

We've been to Stiles n' Switch more times than we can count, and are so sad and a little shocked we haven't left a review until now! But this allows us to speak from multiple instances of experience! What keeps us coming back is the consistency. These folks do a hell of a job making sure there's plenty of every meat throughout the entire day, so when you show up craving something specific, you can actually order it. Everything from the juicy, flavorful turkey to the big, meaty beef ribs and the fall apart in your mouth brisket is always spot on! But it doesn't stop at amazing BBQ. They're constantly rolling out weekly specials and fun menu items: 1/2lb smoked burgers with wild new flavors like a fried mozzarella burger (totally delicious and worth the calories), chimichurri picanha, smoked prime rib, banh mi's, cheesesteaks, etc... You can get a traditional meat plate or an incredible sandwich, but they also keep giving you new reasons to come back. It's no surprise they land on the Texas Top 50 list every year! We've even had their bites at Texas Top 50 events and multiple Troubadour Festival, and they're always one of our standouts. They've mastered flavor, quality, and that perfect mix of traditional + creative. Inside, you get that classic Texas BBQ experience where you order at the counter, pick out your meats, grab a canned beer, if that's your vibe, and claim a table. And yes, they have dessert... and YES, the chocolate cake is our FAV! Another favorite thing they do each year is the 12 Days of Smoked Meats, where they roll out a different specials every day. Think collabs with Olamaie and El Dorado Café and wild creations like a chicken-fried beef rib. It's legendary and a MUST do! The service is always pure Texas hospitality. They greet you as soon as you walk in, help you figure out what to order if you need help, keep the tables clean, and make sure everyone is happy and full. We usually go right when they open and have noticed there's a solid local lunch crowd, but even if the line looks long, it moves fast. Whenever we have family in town, this is one of the first places we bring them... or we take them to their sister restaurant, The Switch in Dripping Springs, which is also A MUST! If you haven't experienced Stiles n' Switch yet, you're absolutely missing out. Our go to's are the brisket, beef rib, pork belly, and turkey (basically the entire menu) and if there's a monthly sausage, we always add that too. Even the fries are delicious! And don't skip the creative sides like the cucumber tomato salad, sweet serrano fried Brussels sprouts, or cheesy tater tot casserole! Stiles n' Switch is the real deal. Always has been, always will be! read more

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I've been wanting to go to Stiles Switch this month for one specific reason: Pimento Cheese Sausage. They do monthly specialty sausages, and that one interested me the most. With the month almost over and no pimento cheese sausage yet, I made a buzzer-beater move and went on October 29. Stiles Switch off Lamar has a decent-sized parking lot with enough space to park even on a busy Wednesday night. Inside, Stiles Switch feels like a classic BBQ joint with wooden walls and LED signs across the building. One of the best parts of Stiles Switch is that they're open through the evening, so you can easily get a nice BBQ meal at dinner instead of on a Saturday morning. There was a decent line when we got in, but it moved steadily. Getting there at 6:45 pm, we were seated with our trays before 7 pm. The staff were very friendly and helped me get another stamp on my Texas Monthly Passport. After I got my tray, I realized there was practically nowhere to sit. There are plenty of tables, but it was quite busy. Luckily, a table had just opened up, and I was able to grab it. My cousin's fiancée ordered one of their specialty sandwiches while my cousin ordered the Wednesday prime rib plate. The menu has something for everyone. Here's a rundown of what I got: Brisket: Both the lean and moist cuts were great. They were tender and full of flavor. I ate all the brisket on my tray even though I thought I would explode; it was that good. Pork Ribs: The bark growled at me like a husky, and it was fantastic. It wasn't super noteworthy, but it was well done and worth the purchase. Pimento Cheese Sausage: This is what dreams are made of. It now sits high on my list of specialty sausages from all the different BBQ joints I've visited. It's not too spicy compared to hot links I've had, but the cheesy flavor really adds to the link. I was a big fan of it. It was also served with a side of pimento cheese and crackers, which the table got to enjoy. The pimento itself had a surprise kick that made it more flavorful and memorable. Tater Tot Casserole: I need this catered at my family's Thanksgiving. It's phenomenal and easily one of the best sides I've had so far in my BBQ journey. Brussels Sprouts: These also, shockingly, had a good kick to them, but they were glazed and heavenly. I always love sides like these at a BBQ joint because I'll always destroy them without a second thought. I keep going back to Stiles Switch because it's consistently high-quality yet still accessible compared to Austin's other heavy hitters. It reminds me of my hometown favorite, Stanley's in Tyler, and that is one of the highest compliments I can give. RIYL: A little bit of everything for everyone. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - 3 Meat Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great bbq! I have driven past this spot many times and never realized what I was missing! Good food, lots of options for meat. Tried the turkey which was good texture, not dry, good flavor! read more

I havee been to Stiles Switch twice now! The first time, I came just for the chicken wings. Chicken Wings: I got the Alabama white flavor and the lemon pepper. I remember both were pretty good and very heavily seasoned. Lemon pepper was indeed lemon peppery. It was a nicely cooked, tender, juicy and succulent chicken wing. It's oak smoked, so you get a bit of that smoky flavor encapsulating the wing adding a bit more depth to the flavors. Alabama white was a creamy sauce almost like a gravy. 3 Meat BBQ Plate: - Brisket: Decently tender, could use more flavor though with the seasoning. Very thinly cut - Pork Rib: A nice sticky, sweet pork rib with a good char and bark on the outside. Good crust. It is decently tender, while not fall off the bone, it was good. - Sausage: This, I wouldn't get again. It was big, juicy, and had a nice snap, but there was something off putting about the after taste that I can't quite pinpoint. - BBQ Sauce: A tangier bbq sauce, on the liquidier side - Corn casserole: Creamy, yummy, and sweet - Mac and Cheese: needs more flavor. I wouldn't get this one again I also ordered banana pudding, but unfortunately they forgot to give it to me (I ordered delivery) read more

Hit Stiles Switch as we waited on a car service. The line was long but it went fast as the ordering was assembly line. The service was fast and even with the busy line, staff weren't overwhelmed and greeted us pleasantly. We weren't rushed as we asked questions about the menu. We ended up ordering the 3 meat plate (turkey, ribs & brisket) and had mac and cheese & cucumber tomato salad as sides. The meats are definitely the star of the order. All were flavorful. The portions were nice enough to feed the 2 of us. We were so glad that we both didn't get an entree. The sides were a bit lacking for our tastes but I'm sure they were great to other palates. The 3 meat plate was $31.00, which we thought was kind of steep. I think that most places that I have been to had different prices before and after a TM review. This is only my theory. I have never visited before but we assumed this is normal for this location and TM fame. With 2 drinks and tax, our total came to over $40. Overall the BBQ was pretty good and I'll definitely visit again if I'm nearby. read more

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When we arrived late into our hotel, the front desk recommended a good BbQ place about 15 minutes away called Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew. We never heard of it before and so why not, let's see what Austin is about on being the best place for BBQ. I was searching reviews online like Yelp and this place was still great. They made the list of best barbecue previous years. This place didn't go by the pound to measure costs which can be confusing, so I was happy with normal ordering like I want ribs, Mac and cheese and roasted Brussels sprouts . Outside was an open small strip mall attached to one row of shops and parking outside was dirt, as it gave its nice atmosphere. When we entered it was wow! Long line along the sides of the building to the cashier, but line moved normally and you can see things they have on sale. You can read article on them being in Best barbecue magazine previously, so they are also well known when compare to many bbq places in Texas. After my first experience with real Texas bbq, I can easily say Texas is number one in my book and forget the other 49 states. I have never ate anything where everything tasted A+ from appetizers, sauce and meats! So tender and favorable! Ok sorry I am getting ahead of myself. But yes here is the photo of my food. Friendly service and always busy with one hour left before closing we made it! I am glad our Drury Hotel recommended this place to us. Our day one of visiting Texas in April 2025 and experiencing Texas Hospitality and excellent quality of food has been excellent! read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - 2 meat combo with 2 sides Sliced Brisket and pork ribs, corn and Brussel sprouts - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Stiles Switch delivers some of the best BBQ in Austin--perfectly smoked brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and sausage with a satisfying snap. I appreciate that they serve french fries and mac and cheeses. Lively atmosphere, fast counter service, manageable lines. Don't shy away from the daily specials.. try the picanha with chimichurri, smoked wings, and Thursday burger special. This place nails it. read more

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When people ask me where to get BBQ in Austin, Stiles Switch is my default answer. I was in central Austin and needed lunch... and wanted a good lunch. I headed over to the switch and their special that day was a mushroom bacon cheeseburger made from brisket trimmings in a blend. A burger at a BBQ place? I know their BBQ is good, and I knew they wouldn't have a burger special if it wasn't good, too. Narrator: "It was." Amazingly good beef, perfectly cooked to medium, great size, awesome toppings... all I had to add was a little mustard sauce (don't ever skip the mustard sauce here!). Bonus? Perfect breading and crunch on the onion rings, which paired well with their balsamic bbq sauce. Mmmm..... It's not often... but every time I come, I'm impressed even more. 5 more months until the 12 Meats of Christmas! read more

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Great food, awesome and friendly staff, and a relaxed, welcoming ambiance. Perfect place to stop by for a quick BBQ--highly recommend. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place has good BBQ, good service and a fun ambiance. I wouldn't say it was necessarily life changing BBQ by any means, I've had better across Austin but it's nice they're open late and have lots of options. The sides were all fantastic, the desserts were good and my favorite meat was probably the sausage. It could have been that we arrived a couple hours before closing, I would imagine it's better during the day versus evening hours perhaps. Overall it was still good BBQ and it's still better than anything I can get locally at home. read more

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Lives up to the hype! Overall really good food. Not everything was a smash, but we left well-fed and happy. I have to first comment on the staff. Everyone was so happy and friendly. They seem to genuinely be having a good time and it felt really nice to experience that atmosphere and feel so welcomed. Now to the food. Overall, it was super yummy. There were a few things we probably wouldn't order again, but we'd definitely want to come back! Special of the day: prime rib with duck fat potatoes and green beans. Homemade horseradish sauce made this dish, as prime rib lacked somewhat in flavor and potatoes were salty. Turkey: got mixed reviews from the table with some finding it slightly lacking in flavor and others finding it super delicious Ribs: fall off the bone yum! Brisket (moist): delicious, no sauce needed Beef rib: so very good, no sauce needed Corn casserole: favorite of the table! Tater tot casserole: seriously addicting - very cheesy - need more of this in my life Mac and cheese: wouldn't order again - table hardly ate any of it Cole slaw: really fresh and tasty! Pinto beans: pretty good - could've used a bit more flavor The bbq sauces available at the table were balsamic and chile lime. Not bad, but would have liked to see a more traditional sauce available, too. Lots of great pickles, jalapeños, and pickled onions (raw onions available, but we didn't ask for any). Bread was not on short supply. Both banana and chocolate pudding desserts were delicious too! read more

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The best part about Stiles Switch is that they are going to have nearly everything you want even late into the day and there isn't always a line for hours and it absolutely punches in the same class as the other slightly more famous locations. The value you're getting for your dollar and your time here wins, often. The cheesy tatter tott casserole and pachanna (if they have it) should not be skipped over. read more

Stile Switch is probably the most underrated BBQ spot in all of Austin. It's personally my favorite spot as well! The line is hardly ever THAT long and it moves pretty quickly. In all my times going, I've never had to wait longer than 20 minutes to order my food! All of the BBQ is solid. Love their brisket, sausage, wings (specialty!!!) and their specials that they offer regularly as well. As far as sides go, we all know that's what makes or breaks a BBQ spot. The brussel sprouts and tater tot casserole are my favorites. The Mac and cheese is great. And the deserts... *muah* get the banana pudding! read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

It was our first time here. It was difficult to see the menu behind the counter and with people in front of you. The pork sandwich was big and flavor just ok. A bone was found in the sandwich. Luckily, a tooth wasn't broken. The burrito was good. The macaroni and cheese not hot, only warm and not a lot of flavor. Loud place with the tables too close together. The photo of the bone is on my husband's phone so no photo. read more

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Visiting Austin and had plans to try a different BBQ place but decided not to because it recently went viral and I figured the wait would be ridiculous. I did a quick search and found Stiles, not too far from the airport and great reviews. My party and I arrived on Wednesday at 3pm and walked right up to the counter, the staff was welcoming, friendly and helpful. We ordered: Jalapeño sausage Pimento sausage Brisket Beef rib Pork ribs Mac and cheese Cucumber tamari salad Brussel sprouts This came with bread and pimento cheese as well. The beef rib, brisket and brussel sprouts were the stars of the show! The meat was tender and perfectly seasoned. When someone in my party ordered the brussel sprouts I questioned them, but I was blown away by how delicious they were. They are a must try item for sure. I'm not a fan of sausage, pork or mac and cheese so I can't give them a fair rating but the rest of my party enjoyed them and had no complaints. I was also pleasantly surprised by their mustard, I even tried to purchase it but they don't have them for sale. The lady at the register gave me a container and told me I can fill it with mustard and I did. Unfortunately, I can't remember her name but she was young and maybe Latina. She was great! Overall a great experience and I can't wait to be back. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - Beef rib, brisket, pork ribs, sausage, mac and cheese, cucumber salad, brussel sprouts - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Open on a Tuesday! Order at the counter, we got to try a couple of free samples. The largest beef ribs I've ever seen. They are $33 lb but I have no idea what the weight was bc I wasn't the one paying. Easily 3 people can share one. Also got the pork ribs to try. I thought they were good but someone in party said they were too spicy for them. The oak smoked wings were also really good if you order at least 12 you can order more than one flavor. Love that they have French fries as a side and the brussel sprouts had a ton of flavor and they said it's their 2nd most popular side. The pork belly burnt ends also delish and the 1/2lb is plenty for 3 people. I didn't try the beans bc I'm not a fan but my party said they good and complimented the bbq bc they were not overpowering in flavor. They also serve beer! read more

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Overpriced. The bbq want as good as the hype. Why? Do these places exist when the food doesn't match the quality. read more

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We love their tender, flavorful brisket and all the sides we have tried are tasty! Not ordinary tasting BBQ joint sides- a bit different flare and yummy!! The owners were quick to address an issue we had --much appreciated. read more

What a yummy bbq place! I have lived here for a couple of years and have never been till today! We came here with a few friends and got a few items! I will be coming back to try other items next time! The service was fast and great! The line was pretty quick, we were in the line for about 8 minutes! The burnt ends were very tasty as was the corn casserole. The wings were somewhat salty and would have been perfect with sweet sauce I would have been stunned. We were all stunned by the food and how tasty it was! We left spending $52 for some delicious BBQ! Parking was tricky but we also came at a busy time. The sandwich was good as well, the fries were super tasty as was the new chicken sandwich they were featuring! We sat outside because it was a perfect day! Next time I would love to try their potato salad and another cut of meat! read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - The sign - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was really looking forward to the food here. I ordered through DoorDash and the presentation was nice, but half the meat was fat, which I tossed, the meat was super salty, I felt heavy after (yes, I realize what I ordered, but other bbq doesn't make me feel this way) and I doubt I'll eat the leftovers. Mac n cheese was bland and I was ultimately very underwhelmed. read more

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TLDR: Solid Texas BBQ with tender meats and friendly service in a nostalgic setting. Sides and dessert disappoint, but the corn casserole is a standout. Consider a visit, not a pilgrimage. Overview: Set in the historic 1950s Violet Crown Shopping Center on N. Lamar, Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew leans hard into old Austin charm, with exposed rafters, string lights, and walls packed with memorabilia. Stiles Switch has earned a spot on Texas Monthly's Top 50 BBQ Joints list multiple times, including the most recent edition published earlier this year. I arrived right at opening on a Sunday and breezed straight to the counter. There is a solid amount of parking and plenty of indoor seating. The servers were very kind and helpful while I was ordering; they even offered to hold my dessert until I was ready for it. Food: I ordered a three-meat plate with brisket, ribs, and pork belly burnt ends, with sides of mac & cheese and coleslaw. I also added a link of sausage, their corn casserole, and their homemade peach cobbler for dessert. Prices were reasonable for the portions (roughly $32 for the plate, $5 per side, $7 for dessert). The meat is the reason to come. Everything landed in the very good zone: tender, nicely seasoned, and kissed with a clean smoke that does not overwhelm. The brisket had a nice bark and rendered fat that was not greasy, the ribs pulled from the bone with just a nudge, the pork belly burnt ends brought that sticky savory bite you hope for, and the sausage had a satisfying snap. Sauce options are on the table, and they are thoughtfully distinct: the balsamic BBQ is richer and tangier, while the chili lime is bright and sweet. Unfortunately, where Stiles Switch stumbles is on the sides and sweets. The mac & cheese tasted a bit artificial and the coleslaw was on the dry and bland side, neither keeping pace with the quality of the meat. The corn casserole, however, is an absolute winner and a must-have: think buttery, slightly sweet, soft cornbread comfort that pairs perfectly with smoked beef. The dessert, however, was a miss for me; the peach cobbler leaned sweet without the spice or acidity to make it pop, even with the scoop of Blue Bell on top. Final Thoughts: Stiles Switch nails the part that matters most in Texas: smoke, seasoning, and meat execution inside a space that feels like an Austin time capsule. It is a solid spot if you are chasing good meats, especially given the lines at other popular Austin barbecue joints. I would come back for the meats (and that corn casserole), but I would skip the mac, slaw, and cobbler. Overall, it is a reliable, satisfying stop for barbecue traditionalists, with room to level up the sides and desserts to match the pit. read more

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My last stop on my Austin, Texas trip, was more barbecue. Stiles Switch BBQ and Brew was really darn good. Honestly, comparing it to Terry Black's, I will say Stiles's brisket blew the one at Terry's away. Smoked Pork Belly Burnt ends were real good as well. Mac & Cheese and Cole Slaw all good too. That cornbread pudding thing was to die for. That is a must. The vibe of Stiles was much better than Terry's. Don't get me wrong, I loved Terry's, but if I was living in Austin, I think Stiles would be my go to spot for barbecue. The service was great. The gentleman cutting up the meat when you walked up was very personable and high energy. He made sure you had the best cuts of meat. read more

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew - 2 Meat Plate (Pork Belly Burnt & Brisket) with Mac & Cheese & Switch Cole Slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food-service-always a winner. one of the best Austin places to eat amazing BBQ. I would highly recommend . read more

This place is delicious, and the service is spectacular. By far my fav hidden gem in ATX.