We very much enjoyed the food!! Our waitress Jessica was…read moreabsolutely amazing, and gave us outstanding service!! Great job Jessica!! Great job Salt Lick on very good food!!

We hosted our son's college graduation at the Salt Lick in Round Rock…read more We had an amazing time!!! The food was delicious and the service was impeccable. So grateful to our server Sally for taking such great care of us!

When it comes to big box chains I'm usually quite picky. This Rudy's location has been a go to for…read more21 years. In all that time and many visits they have never ran out of anything! The extra moist brisket is to die for, burnt ends and melt in your mouth delicious. For me the brisket goes on white bread with raw onions, pickles and some Rudy's sauce. Pork ribs here are meat that falls off the bone. I like the St. Louis ribs due to more meat. Sides are good my to favs are Cole slaw and 3 bean salad. Get ready to get greasy and mo' napkins please'. I definitely recommend Rudy's!

Every year I grow more disappointed with Rudy's Visits are getting further spread due to…read moreunderwhelming food -- Their brisket (moist) is ok but not earth shattering, I tried the baby backs this trip - go to Chilis for theirs ( yea I know !! - better yet is drive to Rendezvous in Memphis but kind of long drive for dinner ) Rudy's ribs are simple pork ribs with no flavoring cooked in. Not tender at all. Kind of like a pork loin or pork chop but again without any bbq flavor cooked in. Potato salad is consistently great.

my go to place when i'm home. Forget the line at Rudy's baby! My grandpa and Is favorite spot for…read moresome good meat and sides. Once we were given free burnt ends because the employee said they weren't fresh enough for us. Yall rock.

Pok-e-Jo's in Round Rock is one of my go-to spots for BBQ, and hands down--they've got the best…read moresausage around. Perfect snap, great flavor, and cooked just right every time. They also have incredible choices for bbq sauce. Honorable mentions go to the ribs and brisket, which are both solid and definitely worth adding to your plate. Their sides are always consistently good too--classic BBQ comfort food that hits the spot. If you're craving legit Texas BBQ without the long lines or hype, Pok-e-Jo's is a solid choice. They have plenty of seating inside and offers you a tucked away BBQ vibe. They also do great holiday catering!!

Food was ok, appetizers were better than the meal…read more Service was great. Drinks were great as well!

I like coming to this location. I'm used to the other two in Georgetown and Cedar Park, but this…read moreone is great as well. Good food, relax setting, great deals with happy hours and specials, you can't go wrong coming here. Wether alone, in family, or with a group. I like the food, and tge service is always been great here.

This place still has great service and BBQ that is consistent. Clean and plenty of seating for your…read morewhole family. Remember that you can buy their sausage to go and cook it yourself!

I try to give places a chance before deciding they are not for me…read more When I first moved to Hutto, I was intrigued by Southside Market and their history. I had known about the historic location in Elgin that claims to be the oldest barbecue spot in Texas. They have updated their processes to keep up with the times and in the last 15 years have begun opening new locations throughout Central Texas, with one in the Co-Op District of Hutto. I have had plenty of barbecue in my time, from chains to Texas Monthly recognized and Michelin star winning locations. I understand that not all barbecue is the same, but I also understand that barbecue served all day like at Southside Market can still be good. I do not think that is truly the case, though. My first experience was when Southside Market catered a holiday party for my work. I thought it was alright, but I gave them the benefit of the doubt, saying that it was catered. You do not judge a meal based on it being kept warm in a pan that was probably cooked at 8 am that morning or the night prior. It is not the same game. I went back a few months later for a birthday lunch and got their combo plate with sausage and sliced brisket. My first thought: This tasted like it was catered. The Jalapeño Cheddar sausage was decent but tasted a little too smoky, and the brisket really did nothing for me. The side of potato salad was good, but you cannot mess up potato salad that badly. Their mac and cheese was good, I think. I do not remember it whatsoever. I went back recently after almost nine months with a desire to get a baked potato with chopped brisket for lunch. I got it without sour cream but kept the rest of the toppings of cheddar cheese, chives, and butter. I took it to go, which I rarely do, but it was a busy day. I cannot describe how disappointing the potato was. First, the potato was smaller than I had expected. The saucy chopped brisket tasted like a smoked Sloppy Joe thrown on a spud. It was really too smoky for me to even enjoy it. I felt like I was eating a chimney. It did nothing to raise my spirits and like that, I was forever out on Southside Market. I am probably one in a million because they have steady foot traffic inside on a frequent basis, but I wonder if the name is doing all the work. The staff was great and the space is well done and spacious, but the food actually has to be good to make that a plus factor. I have no idea if the food is any better at their original Elgin location, but I would rather go to Smokey Mo's across the tracks in Hutto because the potato is a good size and the brisket had a good flavor to it. Here, I just was not impressed. I will not ever return unless I am invited with co-workers or something, and even if I am, I will debate the idea of saying yes.

Tasty casual spot for BBQ sandwiches. Loved the pickles available too! Quick and friendly counter…read moreservice.

Each Smoky Mo's should have the same thigns, but the taste do end up being different depending on…read moretheir traffic, etc. I needed a quick protein fix, so some pork burnt ends and sausage hit the spot. This of this as pork belly, bbq'ed until slightly charred and crispy on the outside. The other bonus? Their pickles are sliced thick, not thin, so they keep a good crunch. Great spot to grab above average, quick BBQ... and try their spicy sauce. Decent kick without a lot of burn - not the sugary syrups other places serve.

Jack Allen's rocks Consistently outstanding food, fresh farm…read moreto table type atmosphere Bartenders provide outstanding service and make fantastic, cocktails, well balanced, and packing a punch The Texas redfish was an outstanding dish. A friend recommended it highly to me last time I was in, and I made a note to try it so glad I did. If you have not had this delicacy, you need to try it you will be thankful that you did. It is full of flavor. It is just simply scrumptiously delicious! Jam packed bar - NBA playoff game on TV All made for a great late afternoon meal

A tasty treat for lunch…read more As interesting lunch menu with some characteristic menu twists I feel are noteworthy. Like the special of that day was a Philly Steak sandwich of sorts with deep fried jalapeño and stuff. It was good. The wife had a bowl of today's meatloaf soup (that was a new one). Again good. Server was good. I had dread on the menu that every team member knows everything. I tested ours on the familiar and unfamiliar faces on the walls in artwork. She knew them all or she was BS'n me on the one. All good. Good food, drinks and service. I will stop again if given the opportunity. CritDicks

For being less than five minutes from me, I have never had a meal at Smokey Mo's BBQ until…read morerecently. First things first, their breakfast tacos are fantastic. They have great proportions of egg, cheese, bacon, chorizo, potatoes, and all that jazz. I think they have some of the best breakfast tacos I have had in town. I have had them a few times now. Yesterday, I went to Smokey Mo's for dinner because I wanted a baked potato desperately. I walked inside with only a few other people eating and no line. I ordered a chopped brisket baked potato with all the fixings, with an individual sized side of their pinto beans and a regular drink. They have plenty of drink options from bottled beverages, alcoholic beverages, and their Pepsi fountain drinks. They also have a section to serve yourself with pickles, onions, lemons, and peppers. It was only a few minutes before I got my meal, and the baked potato was excellent. I ate it as quickly as I could for recently having my wisdom teeth removed. It is a pretty large potato, and it was able to fill a hungry guy like myself up pretty well. The chopped brisket was plentiful and was quite savory. I missed brisket. As I finished my meal, I went to get a refill of my tea, and they had already removed the teas from their fountain drink area. There were still other customers inside besides me, and they were still open for another 40 minutes, so that was a little disappointing, but it did not really make or break the visit. I have not had their main barbecue, but it looks decent for being a seven days a week chain. That baked potato was delightful though. RIYL: A spuddo in Hutto.

I booked this special dinner with my family -- people I haven't seen in over a year -- dreaming of…read moresliced brisket with smoky bark, juicy and perfect, the kind of meal that makes reunions unforgettable. What we got instead was a fistful of greasy fat with a few scraps of meat, slapped together like it didn't even matter. The bark? Nonexistent. Slices? Fiction. Flavor? Decent, yes--but it doesn't matter when the main event is a fat mound masquerading as brisket. This wasn't just a meal gone wrong; it ruined a rare, $100+ family gathering, turning what should have been warmth, laughter, and indulgence into awkward chewing and regret. Every bite screamed "cheap, careless, lazy," and every dollar spent felt like it vanished into smoke--literally. Smokey Mo's, your brisket is a betrayal in foil. If you want BBQ that actually honors your family gatherings, keep driving. Don't let anyone you love endure this!

Late posting this review. I've been here twice with my husband now (recent visit was this past…read moreSaturday). I only have pictures from our first visit, but the second time around I got the fried pork belly fried rice as my side to go with the pork ribs. The pork ribs are moist, tender, and fall-off-the-bone delicious! On my first visit, I got the potato salad as my side. It was okay, just not as flavorful as I personally like -- but everyone has their own preference when it comes to potato salad. I ended up adding a little extra seasoning to mine, which is why I decided to try a different side the second time around. The pork belly fried rice paired really well with the ribs! The BBQ sauce could use a little more flavor in my opinion, and the portion they give is pretty small, so I ended up adding some of my own sauce. But the pickled onions and pickles on the side? SO good. Especially the onions -- they had such a distinct flavor that I could honestly eat them by themselves. They reminded me of the pickled veggies you get on a bánh mì sandwich, just without being overly vinegary. Honestly, if they ever made a brisket bánh mì sandwich using those pickled onions and veggies, it would probably be amazing! My husband always gets the brisket sandwich and loves the onions and pickles with it too. The location is tucked away down a small, rough-looking road near some duplexes. Our first time coming, we almost turned around because we were in my husband's coupe, but the second visit we took my SUV instead. Don't let the road scare you away though -- the food is worth it. The staff was friendly and helpful both times we visited. The location is also super convenient for us since we live nearby. Definitely happy we found this spot!

The Best in Central Texas!…read more I've tried BBQ from all over, and while I might be a little biased, I firmly believed that the best BBQ was in Florida... until I tried Smoky Buns. First, let's talk about the location. It's tucked down a bumpy road between two duplex apartments. It sounds a little sketchy, but trust me, it is so worth it (definitely drive your truck or SUV if you have one!). This place is a true hidden gem. They have a dope setup with covered outdoor seating if you want to chill and eat there, but we ended up taking ours to go. Now, for the food. I ordered the 1 Meat Brisket Plate, which comes with a side, sauce, and pickles/pickled onions. Bro... that brisket was like butter. I know "tenderism" is trending all over social media right now, but this right here is the real deal!! It was so incredibly soft. For my side, I got the potato salad. To be honest, it was a little bland on its own, but it actually worked as a nice, solid base for me to hook it up my own way once I got home. Overall, Smoky Buns is a dope spot and easily hands-down the best BBQ in Central Texas!!!! I will absolutely be back.

Had a great Saturday lunch at Salt Traders. The food was really good across the board, and the…read morevalue for the portion sizes stood out. The tuna tacos (a special) were easily the best thing we had--so good they should be a permanent menu item. The ceviche was fresh and flavorful, and the $1 oysters during Saturday happy hour were an awesome deal. The Gulf shrimp cocktail was solid and exactly what you'd expect, while the burger was filling and a great value. Service was fast and friendly, and the whole experience felt smooth and easy. The ambiance is clean and modern with a relaxed coastal oyster bar vibe, making it a great spot for a casual lunch. Overall, a very good meal and definitely a place I'll be coming back to.

Salt Traders in Round Rock has become one of our go-to spots, and it never disappoints. The food…read moreand service are consistently excellent, which keeps us coming back. From the amazing sourdough bread to the smoked fish appetizer, everything starts off strong. For mains, you really can't go wrong--whether it's the shrimp and lobster roll or the classic fish and chips, every dish hits the mark. We also highly recommend the crab fried rice. I can't remember a visit where we haven't ordered andextra one for leftovers. It's a great spot no matter the time of day. Whether you're stopping in for brunch, lunch, or dinner, Salt Traders is always a solid choice when you're craving delicious, well-prepared seafood.