Good food, great vibe, big price. I wish this wasn't so much of a tourist trap but it is. The price doesn't match the food unfortunately. But the experience makes it worth it in most cases. read more

I had a lot of great BBQ while in Austin. Unfortunately, this wasn't included among it. Stubb's was a name I recognized because I actually like their BBQ sauce a lot, and buy it at home to adorn all sorts of meats I make myself. This spot was close to my hotel, and on my departure day, I decided to have one last hit of Q. It's a big restaurant, and it appears to also be quite the music venue. When I went, a little on the early side for a Friday dinner, there was not a wait and I was sat immediately. My server was attentive, and got me in, fed, and back out in plenty of time to catch my already delayed flight. I ordered their 3 meat combo plate, which also came with two sides, and added on a piece of cornbread. I chose brisket of course, as well as turkey and sausage. The server recommended the serrano pepper spinach (like a creamed spinach) and onion rings, and I took those recs. The best of the three meats was the turkey. Not a good sign. It was moist and tender, though not particularly smokey. Even so, I enjoyed it more than the brisket and sausage, which I would have guessed the reverse when ordering. The brisket was on the dry side and kind of bland, it did not smack of being freshly carved. The Stubbs BBQ sauce helped me eat some of it... now I see why they are famous for their sauce. I had a couple bites of the sausage and pushed it aside, I didn't enjoy their recipe on that at all. It was cooked seemingly well, but the blend of spices and meat they use wasn't pleasant to me. The sides, the onion rings were very crispy which I like, but again... something in the batter. Maybe even the oil they were cooked in, I did not enjoy as much. The spinach was actually quite enjoyable, maybe even a little rich. I think if it were warmer, if might help milden out some of that. It was really thick. The cornbread wasn't worth the add-on. No sweetness or anything to make it memorable. Vessel for butter. The portion was massive, and I had leftover food, but did not take it... and that would have been the case even if I wasn't headed to the airport. I wouldn't recommend this spot. read more

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It was a weekend during the 'free music' week in January so was PACKED! I mean packed! Only seating available was outside but they did have heaters on. Still chilly, but it's January, so what do you expect. Staff were friendly. Attentive. Order came quickly..... however...... it was already cold. I know we were outside, but we went to eat it straight away and it wasn't hot for my liking. Food. Chicken wings were tasty. Not a fan of the pulled pork as too dry for me. Ribs were good. Sausage was okay. Mac n cheese was too cold to get a yummy bite. Coleslaw, okay. Not mind blowing food but not awful. Good music was playing, however as mentioned too packed for my liking. Upstairs and downstairs were shoulder to shoulder, so we left after eating. Maybe would have had a better experience if wasn't crazy busy?!? read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Chicken wings and 3 meat plate. - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

If you're looking for some Austin BBQ without all the waits of other spots, Stubb's is a solid option Downtown. My friend and I went on a Friday during peak dinner hours and didn't have to wait for a table. Unlike other places, this is a full table service spot. They also have tons of great event spaces - the amphitheater area looked very cool. Our server was so friendly and food all came out very quickly at Stubb's. We had seen Stubb's BBQ sauce in stores prior so were excited to try their eats, and found them to be decent. I was surprised they just had 1 BBQ Sauce offering knowing they have a line, and also it wasn't on every table but had to be asked for. While the flavor of the brisket and pork ribs were tasty, the brisket was too lean and way too dry. I just can't with dry barbeque! The Mac N Cheese was also decent, but not deliciously fantastic, same with the coleslaw. All the food we had was just A-OK without any standout items or bites. Cute place but I'm not running back for the eats. read more

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A really great outdoor venue for SXSW. Have eaten here before and I think their bbq is the best in town. This time was outside for a concert for SXSW. Nice large area. Nice big trees of there in the summer. Had a wonderful breeze. Bar service was efficient and very friendly service. read more

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Ate myself into a food coma ‍ Parking was readily available, I was easily able to get street parking despite it being a busy lunch hour. Staff was friendly, swift with service, and frequently checked in on me. Food was spectacular! I had Brisket with a side of onions & pickles, Fries and Banana Pudding for desert. Big portion, big happy The restaurant was huge, and you can really feel the culture and theme of Texas everywhere you go. 2 floors that I explored, and it looks like they have space for live music which I didn't experience but I hope that I do eventually. This spot is a home run, and I would highly recommend!! read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Angus Beef Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This location is right in the heart of Austin and about 2 blocks from the hotel we were staying in. We tried the brisket, ribs, chicken, turkey, sausage, potato salad, mac and cheese, fried okra and creamed spinach. My favorites were the ribs, chicken (best smoked chicken I've ever had) and fried okra while my wife liked the ribs, sausage and creamed spinach. Synopsis... Get the ribs and chicken!!! We both thought the brisket was a little dry and lacked that peppery bark but overall some good BBQ for a fair price. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Mural on outside of building - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Stubbs isn't the flashy other bbq spots, but it's reliable and has a variety of sides that will feel like home. We had the fried okra, potato salad, coleslaw, and creamed spinach. All of them were yummy and our sandwiches were typical bbq fare. Open a variety of hours Stubbs will be there for you, when you're craving , as other spots are insanely busy or have lines and run out. read more

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This is an iconic music venue, but honestly I hate it. Lol. Still I have to give it three stars. Standing on the uneven gravely ground is awful in your 20s, and of course it gets even worse as you get older. I have only been here for shows and not actually tried any of the food. However, I have been told that the pulled pork sandwich is really good, and is a great snack during a show. But the stage is basically in the corner, it sticks out in a triangular shape, and the views can get so difficult with the trees and such in the way. I try to stand behind the sound folks since the GA area is on a hill so I can be a little bit elevated. The bar staff is always fast and friendly though, and I have never had an issue with them. The pricing for drinks is fine and it's important you get yourself a water if you're doing an outdoor show in Texas. Make sure you hydrate! read more

A fun atmosphere with some great beers on tap, generous portions, and tasty food. They are busy so you may want to get there early and plan accordingly but it was a fun and vibrant spot and worth the hype and the experience of it - especially for out of towners. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

A must when in Austin ATX. I was within walking distance, it was 8 o'clock at night & I figured what the heck. I was promptly seated & quickly served. They close at 9pm, but I had plenty of time to enjoy my meal. I opted for an Angus Brisket Sandwich & it was packed full of meat. At each table is a bottle of Stubbs BBQ sauce. Needed for all this meat to go down. My two sides were creamed Spinach & their homemade potato salad. Tasty. I also added a mini loaf of their cornbread. I was so full that I didn't get a chance to eat it. It's a ToGo box for me to my hotel. Ambiance. Very rustic with cool posters on the wall with all their musical guests who have graced their musical talents upon the establishment. Thievery Corporation (right on). It's very hot in Herr but my waiter gave me this huge 32oz cup of ice water. This is in a great location. Three blocks away from Moody Amphitheater. I love Austin, it's just so dang hot & humid here. Bring a personal fan, ice packs & thin clothing. Until my next Yelp Travels read more

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Good BBQ here...usually. This time , I ordered the same plate as usual, the smoked turkey with smoked brisket. I've never had such a fatty serving of brisket. It wasn't trimmed at all. My advise: stick with the turkey. If had a good smoke and was tender. There are numerous sides to choose from. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - FULL BAR! - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I thought I would share my experience of a VIP experience here as a regular, everyday person. I didn't receive any information about the VIP ticket so I called and asked if Doors: 7:00pm meant that food would be available before or after. I was told 3 different answers. Fine, I would play it safe by going at 7:30pm. I was the 13th person there. No one was eating. Those working the VIP entrance did not tell me anything as well so I asked the average-looking VIP person how it worked. The stage furthest from the stage is for food and a more relaxed experience. The VIP overlook is more for seeing the artist's facial pores. I couldn't stand the bartender at the back stage as he was crass and didn't want to be there. He couldn't even get me a Rambler on ice with a lime. His replacement was nicer. The food situation is very misleading. For the price of the ticket, I was expecting more than two taco options to be free and for more than ACL Music Water, Nestle, Rambler, and canned soda water to be on the free NA list. I expected too much. VIP is not worth it in my opinion -- vibes are off for sure. read more

Attended an event that was hosted at Stubb's and had an amazing time!!! We had brisket, ribs, sausages, chicken and salmon for protein. Sides included potato salad, green beans, slaw, and biscuits; pecan pie for dessert. Honestly came into the event with somewhat low expectations for food, but was definitely blown away! The ribs were the highlight for me -- fall off the bone tender! Brisket in my opinion was average (wouldn't go back for seconds), and chicken was just in between. Potato salad was also solid. The actual event space was great, supers spacious, lots of good seating available and the two bars outside had fast service too. Overall the vibe here was fabulous and would definitely look forward to events here in the future! read more

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I've been here a few times. Service is always very good and very speedy. I love the spareribs and pulled pork, not so much with the brisket. Didn't love the spinach but really enjoy the mac & cheese. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Pulled pork and spare rib with the mac & cheese and coleslaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

We were staying accross the street and decided to come into Stubbs for a late lunch. We split the two meat plate. Ordered potato salad and onion rings. The batter on the onion rings was like a beer batter. They were good. I got creamed spinach on the side and it was delicious. They only gave us ONE piece of bread for a two meat plate!!!! Also it would have been nice to have a variety of bbq sauces to choose from. But we only had one option that was on the table. The turkey was dry and I wish it had more flavor. The brisket was fine. Nothing to brag about. They did have some local beer on tap and the service was super quick! read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Creamed Serrano Cheese Spinach - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Such a great experience eating here! The meats are EXCELLENT! They know how to season and cook them perfectly. We ordered the 3-meats combo, which turned out to be a perfect choice for two hungry adults. The 3 sides are great choices as well, they helped to change the palate between different bites of the meats. The biggest difference compared to my lunch at Terry Black, is that Stubbs is so well managed and organized for you to sit down to have an enjoyable meal. Believe me- I asked many people how they enjoyed eating in a chaotic & overwhelmingly noisy and crowded love, NOBODY really enjoyed the meal they way they would or could. I personally also enjoy the fact that they don't just dump tons of salt in their food. Oh, don't forget to try their banana pudding before you go. read more

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Came here as we were staying across the street. I LOVE bbq and I frequently say "I even like bad barbecue". Well, my experience here tested that assertion... read more

We had a college reunion trip in Austin and came to Stubb's for some bbq! We didn't come for a show but it looked like they have an awesome live music venue here. We were able to make a reservation ahead of time since we had a big group. We showed up for our reserved time and they had our table ready, complete with waters for each person and pitchers full of extra water on the table. We ordered some appetizers which were brought out promptly. Everyone got one of their bbq combo plates for dinner that each come with two sides. The favorite meats were brisket and pulled pork! The meat was juicy and the different bbq sauces they have on the table made them extra tasty. My husband was a big fan of his ribs, the meat fell off the bone and was very tender. We tried a variety of different sides and the Mac n cheese stole the show! I got fried okra as well, it was served with so many pieces and some great ranch for dipping. The combos are a bit pricey at $25+ per plate, but it comes with a ton of food which made it feel worth it. The service was pretty good, we were never waiting around for our server or drink refills. The food came out in a timely manner. I'm from the South so this wasn't my favorite bbq I've ever had, but it satisfied the craving while in Texas! read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Combo bbq plate - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Got a chopped beef sandwich at a concert and maybe I was a bit biased from the immaculate vibes but it was probably one of the top beef bbq sandwiches I've had in my life. It really hits different when you have the music read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Chopped Beef - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

We've heard about Stubb's and were excited to make this a stop while we were out and about (late lunch). It wasn't crowded for a Saturday afternoon. Service was great! We even got our food right away! We ordered a combo platter with brisket, pulled pork and pork ribs. Sides were sweet potato fries and mac 'n cheese. I enjoyed the food, but I thought there was a little too much "smoke" for me. It left an aftertaste (might be just me!). The portions are big so we had leftovers - good warmed up too! read more

Expensive, dry brisket, sides not so great. Atmosphere was great and my party of 3 did enjoy ourselves but wouldn't go back. read more

I am satisfied with both the quality AND quantity of lunch here. I tend to get the two meat special, which "could" be split between two people. Nevertheless, I like getting it and having some leftovers for another meal. After all, I don't smoke BBQ at home. I tend to get the same sides, the fried okra and then a second order of fried okra. It's always been hot, the only way to enjoy this side. I've not been here for their live music performances, but it you are going to eat here, you won't need music to enjoy the meal. The food is delicious. Parking can be an issue, after all, it's downtown Austin. read more

I ordered a small salad with brisket, creamed spinach and cornbread. My friends ordered combos and were very happy. My brisket was dry so I added their BBQ sauce. I don't usually like sauce but this was REALLY GOOD. I even bought a jar to give my son! Cornbread was super dry and lacked flavor. Spinach was not very good so I had a couple of bites and left it. My friend's Mac n cheese was good. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Small Salad with Brisket, cornbread and spinach - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great BBQ! We had the brisket and pork ribs and both were very tasty. The onion rings had a nice seasoning on them but were a bit too dry. The mashed potatoes and gravy were outstanding being super creamy. read more

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I'm no expert in Texas bbq but I really enjoyed this place and I appreciated the fact that this is an actual sit down restaurant. I've been to several different bbq joints in Austin over the years visiting and it's always a massive line and being served bbq on a plastic tray. I appreciate for once that I could actually sit down and order my meal and have it in a nice dinnerware. I enjoyed the brisket I got, it was moist, maybe could use little bit more salt but overall was fall off the "bone" and tender. The sides I got were Mac and cheese and collard greens which were delicious. Mac and cheese was cheesy and noodles cooked al dente. Collard greens were mild in flavor which was lovely to me. I'll come back when I visit again! read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

This was the first BBQ place we went to during our trip to Austin. It's good but not great. We had to drench the meat in sauce and the ribs were hard and dry. The cornbread was also dry. The brisket was good and tender. The vibes inside were more western. Downstairs there is a stage and an open area where they have line dancing some nights. They had live music playing while we ate which was nice to set the mood. Overall it was ok. I would skip it but maybe they have packed nights for music and dancing. There are better options for bbq in Austin. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Angus Beef Brisket + Pork Spare Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Well, the sauce did not disappoint. Unfortunately, I needed it for my brisket, because without it, the meat would've been too dry. The portion sizes are decent, but nothing we ate was mind blowing. I ordered the one meat combination platter with brisket, potato salad, and fried okra. My companion ordered the ribs and the sausage. The sausage was pretty good, but I was told overall his meal was just OK. I had ordered a cornbread to split as it did not come with the meal. This cornbread was much drier than what I'm used to. I tried to snap a picture from where we were sitting, but it was a little too dark. There were plenty of tables, and the staff were very attentive. Overall, I wasn't very impressed by the food, but it won't stop me from buying the barbecue sauce. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Doing the 'Que at Stubb's - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

We visited Stubbs in Austin after our social at a downtown patio bar left us tipsy and hungry. We choose stubs due to its proximity to our hotel. Stubbs served a purpose; it put something on our stomach. The hostess did not seem that friendly she seemed a little irritated if she had to stop and wait for us on our way to our table. Our server did a great job he was very prompt and friendly. The food was so so. For moderately priced bbq I was expecting more. We shared an order of wings and I had the bbq sandwich plate with sliced brisket and onion rings and fried okra for the sides. The sides were better than the bbq. The onion rings were great. The brisket was meh. There was live music in the basement but we didn't stay. As I said earlier it served a purpose. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Sliced Beef Sandwich and Onion Rings - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great atmosphere for live music. The walls had framed posters from artists who had appeared live. Service was friendly and super fast. The brisket nachos were crunchy and savory with a healthy serving of brisket. The brisket plate however was disappointing with dry brisket slices. read more

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Terrible concert venue. I've been to a bunch of concerts and have to say this was probably my least favorite I've been to. Insanely overpriced drinks. Then the venue itself is just horribly designed. Half of it is on an incline which the sound is super quiet even just in the middle of the venue. Since I went to see one of my favorite bands, I wanted to be close. That was a mistake. The closer to the stage you are packed tight in between a building and a high wall on the left. Literally no air gets in and with the Texas heat it's insufferable how hot it gets in there. All this money and they can't even have fans or misters for the crowd? I've never seen this many people pass out from heat exhaustion. Super dangerous, even the artist on stage were commenting how hot it was. They do offer room temp water around the venue but if you want cold you have to pay $8 for a can of water. Didn't even bother trying the food with how overpriced everything is, but from what I've seen from reviews it isn't that worth it either. And bathrooms are just porta potties, can't even install proper restrooms? I did not get VIP access, but from what I saw it did not seem worth it. Very limited space up there and at such an awkward angle. Wish bands would stop booking here so I wouldn't have to give this place my money. read more

I'm sure there's better BBQ in Austin but this spot was near our hotel when I was in town for a conference and it hit the spot. Shared the brisket and a whole bunch of sides with a co-worker. The corn bread was a bit dry but everything else was tasty. I was a little confused about the random two pieces of white bread. Maybe it's a Texas thing. I'm not sure. I guess all that matters was that the meat was good and smothered in enough BBQ sauce, anything can taste delicious. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

I like the food there. The brisket is so soft and wet and the pecan cake is rly to die for. The vibe was pretty good read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Food is really bland...i can make better BBQ at home. Our server was fast with everything but probably because we were the only people in the restaurant. She was a little awkward though, the place itself smells gross like dirty water or something. When i go to a bbq place i expect to smell bbq... read more

Went and dropped $100 for the 3 of us. The brisket and ribs were super fatty. Showed the server and she appeared to not really care as she just left the table and brought the check about 5 minutes after we spoke. Too many really good bbq joints to give them another shot. Stubbs, stubbed their toe tonight. read more

Corn bread trash Brisket dry Moist brisket gas Bbq sauce a national treasure Coleslaw decent read more

At today's prices my expectations have went up. My daughter's had the brisket sandwich which was piled heavy so the value was there. It was so much meat they couldn't finish. They both said the Kraft sauce they used when they got home was better. I had the three meat platter. I didn't like the turkey as it seemed like processed meat. I think the price was fair the meats were piled high. The taste I would put on pair with Rudy's Barbeque read more

Me and my girlfriend went for the Sombr performance last weekend. The venue was great, it had a super cool ambiance to it. The food was also great, but more importantly, the staff were amazing. I believe this is my first ever review I've left, but I feel the need to with how great the staff were. Specifically, there was one guy who was working the line and keeping everything in check. I won't name drop, but "T-man" with the mullet, if you're seeing this, you know who you are. Super awesome dude. Gave me some pointers on how to best go about enduring the 9 hour wait in line. Stubb's, if y'all are seeing this, give that man a raise. He deserves it! And T-man, if you're seeing this, thanks for helping out. You made it an overall great experience for me and my girlfriend. - Liam (guy with the brown jersey and sunglasses) read more

This was a mistake. Walking in, I was met with a dark, awkwardly quiet atmosphere. The pulled pork was very dry with a hair in it, the Cole slaw was sour, and the sodas had a musty/moldy taste. Only part I enjoyed was the creamed corn. Service was just okay. read more

Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Pulled Pork, Cole Slaw, creamed corn - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This iconic, locally renowed masterpiece had been the subject of much intrigue prior to my visit. It all began with a trip to the grocery store several years earlier. Being from Ohio, BBQ isn't exactly part of the culinary vernacular. So, when I saw a distinctive looking bottle of BBQ sauce on the shelf depicting a man in a cowboy hat, I just knew I had to try it! Well, needless to say I was not disappointed! Curiously, a quick internet search revealed that "Stubbs" was in fact a real person who started a restaurant in Austin Texas where his craft became immortalized. It was at this time that I knew I had to pay homage to the man in the cowboy hat! Stubbs is located in downtown Austin with limited street parking available. From the outside, it looks like a retro saloon. Upon walking in, I was greeted by a hostess who sat me at a table. The rustic brick and wood interior has photos adorning the walls and there is even a basement with a stage for live music! My server brought out a menu and went over the selections. Whether you like pork ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork, beef, chicken, turkey, or sausage, Stubbs has it all along with a variety of side dishes. I decided on a sandwich plate consisting of chicken, with pinto beans, mashed potatoes, and cornbread! The sandwich plate arrived within 15 minutes and I was ready to savor the flavor. The mashed potatoes were excellent and the pinto beans were flavorful and hearty. The cornbread was superb with a touch of sweetness The sandwich was on a white bun with a generous helping of chicken in between. I added a liberal amount of Stubbs bbq sauce and took a bite. Fantastic! The chicken was smoked to perfection and was incredibly tasty. For dessert, I splurged and got banana pudding! It was delectably creamy and sinful in every way - quite the way to cap a great meal. If you're looking for a primier BBQ joint with a storied history and amazing smoked meats, you've got to head to Austin and try Stubbs! read more

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