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    Black's Barbecue Austin

    4.0 (1k reviews)
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    Gheeda H.

    Food was sooo delicious! The beef brisket and potato salad side were my favorite items. The brisket was tender and perfectly bbq-ed. Great ambience, we sat on the patio and got to enjoy the nice weather and good food.

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    Samuel L.

    A great BBQ spot! The food was incredibly flavorful and everything was pretty well priced too! Notes about the meats and sides: - Brisket: tender and really good bark - Ribs: one of the best ribs I've had, very tender and big flavor - Turkey: my second favorite cut of the meal. Tender and juicy, holds the smoke flavor extremely well! - Sausage: the flavors here were good but the texture was more grainy than I liked. - Coleslaw: standard side, no notes here - Mexican corn: the star of the show. An insane side dish that I've never seen done like they did here. A must get! Overall, Black's was impressive from a food perspective. Would definitely come back for another round!

    Michael B.

    Maybe it was because I came in 30 minutes before closing but damn this place was a disappointment. I thought the meats were okay. I got the brisket and the ribs. But the sides weren't that great. I got the Mac and cheese and green beans. The sauces weren't that great either. I didn't think they were that flavorful and was quite thin. I was hoping for something heavier and more flavorful. Everything is per pound more or less. So it's about 25 bucks per pound for smoked turkey breast. About 32 for chopped beef brisket. 25 for pork spare ribs etc. they also have smoked chicken, sausage, and pulled pork. If you haven't had a frito pie. It's a must for the city. Sides include the two I mentioned plus potato salad, Cole slaw, beans, elote, and chips. And of course what is a BBQ spot without banana pudding, peach cobbler, ice cream and candied brisket. It's a pretty chill spot. You come. You fest. You leave. Try and clean up as much as possible because there's decent amount of seating but during busy times it can get packed according to the servers. You order up front. They cut and weigh the meal for you and then you pay before sitting down. There's no table service. If I do come back, it would be during the middle or beginning of the day so they have more meats available and not the end of day stock I got.

    Dave B.

    Hands down! Absolutely the best brisket I've had my entire life. I will be drooling in my dreams until I make it back someday.

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    john g.

    Parking is a bit tough. Ribs and brisket are great. I'm not a fan of the sausage. Bbq sauce has good flavor. Mac and cheese is solid and green beans are great. Staff is effective but not friendly. Inside had a good vibe with 7 tables. There is also a decent amount of outside seating. Overall I think I like Terry Blacks more. But I wanted to try blacks without driving to Lockhart. I'm not disappointed.

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    Chris M.

    There are certain criteria that absolutely define what Central Texas BBQ tastes and looks like. Black's for the most part fits the criteria perfectly with perfectly smoked brisket and sausage. I am sure there ribs are on that level but did not try them. What I did like about Black's was that it wasn't as excessively expensive as some of the other legends in town on their brisket and sausage price per pound. We went with a pound and a half of fatty brisket, don't do yourself a disservice by getting lean that is not central Texas style smoked bbq. Also got 2 sausage rings, jalapeno cheddar and regular, this was some of the best sausage anywhere with that unique crisp upon biting into it. And completed the bbq trinity with a 1/4 smoked chicken. Our side dishes consisted of macaroni/cheese, potato salad, and garlic green beans. They do not give you bread you have to ask for it. All condiments are on the side counter along with the bbq sauce. I enjoyed everything except the potato salad it was a bit undercooked and lacked mustard. In other words it was too sweet not by Hozier's standards though lol. To complete the experience went ahead and got their housemade vanilla ice cream, banana pudding, and peach cobbler to go. The desserts were portioned well at 6 ounces however I felt they probably could have given at least a pint of ice cream for the $2.99 price point. They won a little grace by making an extra by accident and giving it to us free! I really enjoyed Black's and will always stop in for a meal while visiting Austin after all it is one of the OG BBQ stands in the Austin/Lockhart area.

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    Clau R.

    My parents were in town visiting and wanted BBQ, but it was Tuesday so most of the usual spots were closed. We ended up at Black's, although I had only ever been to their location down south. We found free parking in the lot out back, although a tree had fallen recently and was blocking a few spots. This was a little strange to see, given that it had not been cleared, but we went inside anyway. There were a few people ahead of us in line, but it moved quickly and we were able to order within a few minutes. We got brisket and ribs, and then beans, Mac and cheese, and potato salad as sides. We also got some bread and pickles (available for free by the condiments). Everything was yummy, but not the best bbq in town. It was also barely warm, which was weird - we sat down to eat it within seconds of ordering, so you would think it would still be warm! Either way, the bbq was still tasty, and I appreciated not having to wait in such a long line, which is always common at other bbq places. I'm not sure the next time I will be back, but an ok experience overall!

    Michael G.

    In my opinion, this is one of the most underrated bbq spots in Austin. I've never waited in a long line (who wants to do that?) and it's always been good. The staff is friendly and helpful. There is seating indoors and outdoors. Pretty standard Texas feel with the benches etc. First of all, if you don't get the beef rib... you made a mistake! It was so juicy and tender. Here's a tip: ordering lean brisket anywhere is always a bad move. Go for the fatty brisket, that's where all the flavor is. Honestly, the beef rib was so good that it makes me not want to order any of the other proteins. Their BBQ sauce is good, but like any good BBQ, you don't need it. The sides are pretty good. I will say we got the last bit of the corn, so it was soupy, but it had a lot of flavor. The Mac and cheese is decent. Also, all the beer is from local breweries. Give this place a shot and skip the hour-long waits at other places.

    Ted C.

    In Austin there are bigger places and definitely some places with more notoriety but I feel like Black's is an often overlooked classic. From the looks of it it seems like they get their meats from the mothership and brought here. I got the mac and cheese and the potato salad then made the short sidestep to get the meats. A place this small I'm unsure why I couldn't just do the entire order at the counter. Anyways, for the meats I went with the fatty brisket, the chicken and their sausages which are sold as rolls and not by weight. So, I'll say that right away I'm surprised by the chicken. I usually stay away from poultry but it was not moist and tasty. The brisket though was just ok, not super flavorful. The sausages-particularly the jalapeno sausage was amazing: flavorful, moist, gone too soon. I can see why they do it by the rounds and not by cut so that they can maintain the integrity of the meat; almost makes me want to make the trek out to the mothership.

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    Matt T.

    Barbecue doesn't get much better than this! It is not cheap and it is not a high brow establishment. You walk up to the counter you tell him what you want and the car of everything in front of you. Prepare yourself for the goodness! The brisket is fantastic. The beef ribs were perfect. The sides. The sweet tea like your grandmother makes. Plan on getting the meat sweats later in the evening after enjoying Black's. You will enjoy it. The food is not cheap. It is 100% worth the price. The beer is cold. The bathrooms are clean. The dining is done at picnic tables so make friends and bond over the shared barbecue experience.

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    Daniel S.

    This is the original Black's BBQ, one of the oldest BBQ joints in Texas not to be confused with Terry Black's. The first thing you'll notice is that it's smaller inside than Terry Black's is and the parking situation isn't the best, which can make visiting during busy times a bit challenging. That said, if you can get past the logistics, you're in for some good BBQ. My go-to is the brisket, which pairs perfectly with the sausages, mac & cheese, and green beans. Pro tip: opt for the fattier brisket to avoid a dry piece. If beef isn't your thing, they've got the full lineup of traditional BBQ meats, including turkey, chicken, pulled pork, and ribs. Is it my favorite BBQ spot in Austin? No, but it's definitely in my top 10, and I'll usually stop by if I'm in the area.

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    Amanda D.

    Sad to say this was my into Texas BBQ. Not to be confused with Terry Blacks. Black's is apparently family rivals with the infamous Terry Blacks BBQ. It's hardly a competition though. I would definitely choose Terry Black's over Black's. The pork ribs were dry and mostly bone. The BBQ sauce helped but was nothing special. I have tried lots of BBQ in lots of different states and this was probably one of my least favorite. The potato salad was less traditional than normal and personally not my favorite. Long lines but they moved fast. Sweet tea was good. Indoor and outdoor seating. Small parking lot.

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    Simple lean brisket sandwich was amazingly juicy and well worth the price which wasn't bad at all.

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    Ask the Community - Black's Barbecue Austin

    Can u swap the chips for a different side on the sandwich combos?

    Nope. They will charge you for hoth

    Can u get any meat on the Sandwiches there online ordering for Austin Just shows you can get Brisket or Sausage?

    Our sandwich options include Brisket, Chopped Beef, Pulled Pork, and Sausage!

    Any Free parking close to this place? Thanks!!!

    Theres a small parking lot right across the street thats free.

    Can we order for takeout on Christmas Eve? What are the hours?

    You are welcome to order take out until 3 pm, we will be closing early at 3 pm for Christmas Eve.

    What are the hours during thanksgiving holidays?

    We will be closing early at 6pm on the 27th and then we will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. Normal business hours will resume on Friday!

    Dogs allowed on patio?

    Yes they are!

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    I had a lot of great BBQ while in Austin. Unfortunately, this wasn't included among it. Stubb's was…read morea 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.

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    2 PC special with baked beans, greens, fried green tomatoes and mac & cheese

    Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Austin - Aftermath

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    Franklin Barbecue - Bbq platter

    Franklin Barbecue

    4.5(6.4k reviews)
    2.1 miEast Austin
    $$

    Listen , no look this past weekend I went to Austin Texas . On the list of places to eat was…read moreFranklins , and let me tell me you they didn't disappoint. The wait was 2 hours , we arrived at 11:48 and we finally ate our food at 1:45. Let me tell you it was worth it . Nestled on the corner of the street not to far from downtown Austin. I suggest you get there when they open if not sooner. While waiting for our food , a server does come down to see more or less what you would like to order . Once inside you are able immediately hit with all kinds of smells . We ordered a pound brisket , and a half of pound ribs and a side of coleslaw and pinto beans which all came with a side of bread . Let me tell you it is more than enough. Obviously the larger the party the more food you have to order The brisket was so tender and juicy and well seasoned. The ribs fell off the bone and the side were really good and I don't even like pinto beans . The women at the register were so lovely and nice and they answered any questions you had . There is indoor and outdoor seating so there is enough space . I did not indulge in the desserts but i would next time . Please do me the favor and visit franklins, it is 1,000 % worth it . Until next time .

    I *thought* I'd had good BBQ brisket before, but apparently I thought wrong, haha! This Austin…read moreinstitution absolutely blew. my. mind. with its incredibly simple yet perfectly executed 50/50 salt and pepper rub and low-and-slow smoke over cured post oak before resting and slicing. Ribs and sausage were excellent as well, and complimentary sauces, pickles, and white bread much appreciated. The meats sell out fast so get here early! The line is looong but 100% worth it. There's both indoor and outdoor seating in this small but mighty shop, and thankfully the tables turn over quickly so you shouldn't have trouble settling down once you get your food!

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    Franklin Barbecue - Inside

    Inside

    Franklin Barbecue - Pulled pork, cheddar jalapeño sausage, ribs, brisket

    Pulled pork, cheddar jalapeño sausage, ribs, brisket

    Franklin Barbecue - Front dining room

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    Gebby's BBQ & Catering - Absolutely delicious (just fyi, I brought the sauce)

    Gebby's BBQ & Catering

    4.6(96 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    This review is for their catering service. I work for a government entity and we are required to…read morereceive numerous quotes before choosing a vendor. We found Gebby's BBQ to be reasonably priced compared to other Austin BBQ restaurants. From the beginning, both Chris (The Owner and Master Pit Man) and Elizabeth to be extremely professional and prompt. Any questions or changes needed on the quote, they were on top of anything we needed. The day of the event, they arrived early as they said they would and set up quickly. The aroma of the food was wonderful throughout our venue. We had a handful of vegetarian/vegan employees and the offer a smoked vegetable tray with corn tortillas as one of their options. The food we chose was a 3 meat plate with 3 sides and cookies for the dessert. We chose Brisket, Turkey and Sausage. For the sides, we had Gouda Mac and Cheese, Creamed Corn and Beans. Everything was extremely delicious and the feedback I gathered from numerous employees was nothing but positive reviews on the food. They even allow us to KEEP the leftover food! This was awesome as we had a few bbq quotes that STATED that we could not keep the leftover food! Overall, our experience with them far exceeded our expectations and I would recommend them for your catering needs!

    Amazing food! Ordered from here for a family gathering and…read morethe food and service was excellent!! Highly recommend!!

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    Gebby's BBQ & Catering - Catered Meal - Brisket, Sausage, Mac & Cheese, Pork, Beans, & Banana Pudding (sorry for zoomed out photo)

    Catered Meal - Brisket, Sausage, Mac & Cheese, Pork, Beans, & Banana Pudding (sorry for zoomed out photo)

    Gebby's BBQ & Catering
    Gebby's BBQ & Catering

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