Portland La Barbecue Spinoff Lil’ Barbecue Will Open in October | Eater Portland

"Beloved and line-inducing in Austin, this LeAnn Mueller–founded barbecue landmark—she was a rare female pitmaster from a respected family that includes her brother John Mueller—earned a Michelin star in 2024. It’s known for a hot-and-fast approach that cooks brisket in about eight hours and a simple but intense salt, pepper, and garlic seasoning. Turkey anchors the white-meat options, beef ribs generally appear on weekends, brisket trimmings are repurposed throughout the menu, and a burger made from those trimmings with mustard, pickles, and American cheese is a popular special. Sides include pinto beans, coleslaw, and a wildly popular queso-style macaroni and cheese." - Brenna Houck