Austin · East Austin

Franklin Barbecue

Name: Franklin Barbecue
Address: Austin, TX, US
Price range: $$

#1 in AustinBarbecue$$

Awards

4.7

James Beard Outstanding

What People Are Saying

“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 o...”

New Buzz

I cracked the code waiting for BBQ at Texas' No. 1 barbecue joint

MySA · 1 week ago

Franklin Barbecue is temporarily closing. Here's why.

Austin American-Statesman · 1 month ago

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HRL Ranking

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Aaron Franklin

Head Chef

Aaron Franklin is the pitmaster and owner of Franklin Barbecue in Austin, Texas. He is widely recognized for his mastery of Central Texas-style smoked meats, particularly brisket. His name appears in a Google review citing an interview he gave about visiting the restaurant.

What to Order

Brisket

Order brisket by the pound and skip the sauce. It needs none, and every reviewer agrees it is the reason people wait hours.

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