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    Louie's Craft BBQ

    4.6 (287 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    5 stars aren't enough for this taco! If you go here , and you get the brisket tacos, as they come, and you don't lose your mind.... I don't know what to tell you, but this is the greatest taco on earth

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    Sera G.

    Good bbq! The food came out really fast, there's ton of outside seating (no indoor because it's a truck). Still cute little outdoor area. The bbq is a little over powering, meat is delicious.

    Lucy V.

    So this is a food truck and they have a cute little outdoor seating area. They were so nice there and you want to recommend. Also very polite they would tell you thank you and you're welcome for anything which I found very appreciative of them. We got a mix of meats. Also, some sides and it came with pickles, jalapeños, and pickled onions, which were phenomenal. In my opinion that they should sell these pickles by the jar. I will say the ribs were delicious the meat which is fall off of the bone. The brisket was so good and they were very thick slices. I have to say the sausage is OK was a little dry for me but the seasonings and it was good. We also got turkey breast. I didn't try it, but my friends said that it was really nice and smoked flavored. As for the sides, we got the mac & cheese, which was really good tasting cheese, but I do feel the mac & cheese needed a little bit more flavor. This street corn was good and very flavorful. Lastly, they do give you barbecue sauce. It was sweet and tangy, which was really good. I am more of a spicy barbecue person. I don't know if they had any since I didn't ask, but that would be my only consideration having a spicy barbecue sauce. I would definitely go again and try one of their sandwiches and other sides as well so definitely if you're in the area I would go check them out because they are really good barbecue.

    Jojuane P.

    Brisket: 4 Ribs: 3 Turkey: 3 Jalapeño queso sausage: 3 Mac n Cheese: 4 Mexican rice: 3 Overall = 3. Solid spot. If you lived in the town, I could see why you'd come. If you venture out, many other options to prioritize and frequent.

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    Angela E.

    I ordered a brisket Sando and had favor pick it up and run it over to me. I paid $18 for the sandwich and $6 for delivery. This is the amount of brisket that isn't fat or have the black ends. It tastes good but I use sweet baby rays sauce instead of theirs. Just wish so much wasn't fat or blackened.

    Not your average queso! Yum!
    Holly C.

    We were staying with friends in Kyle and had plans to get a more well-known named bbq in Austin but we woke up late and were too impatient. Best impatient outcome ever! I've waited for 6 hours for Snows BBQ and traveled all over Texas to tiny towns and cities alike in seek of brisket and jalepeño sausage. (and unfortunately, I've eaten bbq in other states who claim to have bbq--lies). But, this was in my and my spouse's top 5. Some of my other favs are Stanley's (Tyler), Desert Oak (EP), Salt Lick (austin). Totally unexpected and a complete joy. Brisket, like butter. Homemade bun worth an extra (erm or 5) miles of running. The house made pickled onions and cucumbers were the perfect addition to cut the rich butter, I mean brisket sandwich. You can get lean or regular for those wondering. Our only complaint is that we don't like sweet sauce and theirs was a bit sweet. I like more pepper. However, my sandwich didn't need sauce, so no biggie. But also I really love sauce so this is my plea to them to make a spicy or more peppery sauce as a 2nd sauce option. Love love love! 200 stats Omg how did I forget to tell you--Get the queso. Just do it. No hem hawing. Just do it.

    Turkey sandwich
    Desiree A.

    The stars: Angus brisket, Smoked Turkey sandwich, pulled pork potato and creamy Mac n cheese!! The sidekicks: the bread slices were good toasted, the bbq sauce was tasty, and the pickles and onions on the side sealed the deal. They lost a star because Mexican rice and corn salsa was just awful. Like nobody ate it. They both had way too much seasoning or something. I usually love both items from other places but not this time. Aside from that - delicious bbq and we will be back!!

    Chopped Brisket Potato Mac and Cheese
    Valerie S.

    Louie's. Probably the best trailer I've ever been to. Extremely underrated as a BBQ spot. Tucked away off f Buda's Main Street and the crew there are all super friendly. It's outdoor seating so I always just takeaway but if you're strolling around Buda you'd enjoy the ambience of the tall trees and local feel. My go to is the brisket potato. I've never once eaten the whole thing in one sitting. Usually it takes 2-3 meals to get through one potato. Their brisket chili is also phenomenal but a couple of times I've gotten a lot of fat on the brisket and little meat. The flavor is unbeatable though. Their Mac and cheese is one of my all time favorites. They have fantastic tacos and pulled pork as well. I actually prefer their tacos to Valentina's, please don't hurt me. All in all, a wonderful spot, fairly priced, epic portions.

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    Really good food however the food is extremely expensive for such small portions. Rich ppl bbq

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    The queso is fabulous. And the brisket of course. Our order had a little snafoo but the friendly staff were quick to correct it.

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    Literally the best BBQ we've ever eaten. And the sides were phenomenal. Go eat at Louie's in Buda!!!

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    Buda's Super Secret BBQ that is out of this world amazing! A little hot to sit outside but WORTH it!!!

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    Unfortunately, not impressed (especially when there are some really good BBQ spots in Central Texas). In addition, it is over-priced.

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    4 years ago

    Great BBQ in a nice location and nice trailer. Brisket and sausage are outstanding. Highly recommend

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    Amazing food, large portions, great atmosphere and would absolutely go back. Mac n cheese was fantastic!

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    This will be simple and too the point, you're an idiot if you don't go here! A little pricey but worth every penny

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