Franklin Barbecue

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  Alejandro Hernandez

  ·1 month ago

  “The brisket was moist, tender, and flavorful same as the pork ribs. The sides were mediocre but the flavor of the meats make up for it. The service was incredible and we were given a huge cup of their expreso BBQ sauce to go along with 1 extra rib left over.”

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  Hye Na Lee

  ·2 months ago

  “I waited for over 3 hours to try the barbecue, which is said to be the most famous in Austin... The weather was so humid that it was hard to endure while waiting, but I endured it because I didn't think I would get another chance. In my personal opinion, it was too salty for my taste, so the restaurant I ate at elsewhere a few days ago tasted more delicious. Especially the pork ribs were so salty that it was hard to eat without water throughout. I think the reason it's popular among Americans is because it's stimulating. Of course, the quality and cooking of the meat were truly perfect. It was worth coming and experiencing at least once, but if I have to wait the same next time, I think I'll go somewhere else. For your information, the sausage was wonderful for me.”

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  Meredith Hdz

  ·2 months ago

  “We had lunch here, and the BBQ was amazing! We had brisket, and it was super moist. I never expected it to be great. The wait was a little long, but totally worth it; we'll be stopping again on our next trip to Austin.”

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  Kaie Mainl

  ·2 months ago

  “I finally got around to trying Franklin Barbecue after hearing about it for years, and the whole experience felt very Austin. The line is part of the process, but it honestly wasn't as annoying as I expected. People are just hanging around, talking, and waiting for the food. I went with the brisket, pulled pork, mac and cheese, and banana pudding. The brisket was the main thing I was looking forward to, and it really was the highlight. The outside had a nice smoky crust while the inside stayed soft and juicy. The pulled pork was tender and had a good balance of smoke without feeling too heavy. The mac and cheese was exactly what I wanted with barbecue, creamy and simple, and the banana pudding was a nice finish because it wasn't overly sweet. What I liked most was that it didn't feel like a place trying to impress you with a bunch of extras. The focus is just on making good barbecue, and you can tell a lot of care goes into the food. It was a slow meal, but in a good way.”

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  Danny DeBruine

  ·2 months ago

  “Brother and I came to Austin to eat and Franklin was our first stop. Didn’t have time to wait so we pre ordered the minimum five pounds of meat. Ended up finding some people to share with and none of the food was wasted. Can’t imagine brisket getting any better than this. Moist, tender, melt in your mouth perfection. Ribs may have been the best I’ve had as well. Pulled pork was nothing special until we put their vinegar bbq sauce on it and it was delicious. Sausage was good, but not great. Turkey was tender and very flavorful. Key lime tart was decent. The only side we tried was the potato salad which was refreshing as it had a nice mustard flavor. If you like bbq this is a must try. I can only assume that the people who talk bad about this place either don’t know bbq or just like to be mean.”

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  Stacy Horton

  ·2 months ago

  “Excellent! The BBQ does have a heavy vinegar taste compared to a sweeter style like stubbs. We were able to try the Tipsy Texan all the way - it was perfect! Brisket was great and sausage was really good. They only have 3 sides potato salad was was a good southern yellow kind.”

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  Cole Rixner

  ·2 months ago

  “The first and best Texas bbq I have ever had. Hands down, the best brisket I have ever tasted. Fabulous potato salad and sausage. Great friendly and engaged staff. ABSOLUTELY reasonable price for the amount of food we received. Spectacular !”

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  Abdoul Sidibe

  ·3 months ago

  “Franklin Barbecue feels like a place where the anticipation is part of the experience. The line outside can be long, but once you get inside and smell the smoke from the pits, it makes sense why people wait. The atmosphere is casual, loud, and full of barbecue fans comparing trays before they sit down. I ordered the brisket, ribs, sausage, and potato salad. The brisket was the clear highlight, with a smoky bark and tender slices that barely needed sauce. The ribs had a rich flavor and a little chew, while the sausage added a peppery snap. The potato salad was simple and creamy, which worked well against the heavier meat. This is the kind of barbecue meal that feels memorable because it is straightforward and done really well. Nothing feels overly fancy, but every bite tastes like it took time.”

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  Ana Cortez

  ·3 months ago

  “Okay, let’s talk about how they open at 11:00 and are completely sold out by 12:00. Thank goodness I managed to get some! Absolutely delicious! The ribs and the pork belly are incredible and definitely the stars of the meal. The only thing I’d change would be the sides—they just didn’t do it for me and weren’t as memorable as the meat. Overall, it’s absolutely worth the hype. Just make sure you get there early, because they sell out fast!”

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  Michael C

  ·3 months ago

  “THE BEST BARBECUE ive ever have and its not even close. Stop reading and go. Only waited an hour total. 15 out of 5 stars. Had half pound of brisket and ribs. Single Slaw.”