The Switch by Stiles Switch BBQ

Early Restaurant Reviews of Stiles Switch’s The Switch | Eater Austin

"At Belterra Village near Dripping Springs, I found that The Switch — the June expansion of Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew — brings a more upscale evening vibe and adds Cajun dishes to the menu. Early word is that the brisket, chicken wings, and boudin are very popular (Austin 360 on Instagram), and barbecue blogger The Smoking Ho said the meats are on the same level as Stiles Switch, singling out the cabbage cooked in brisket drippings. Austin Foodheads especially liked the blackened catfish, while some Yelp reviewers commonly complain the food is too salty; conversely Mark B. raved that the crawfish pie “changed my life.” Ordering was initially confusing (counter service at lunch, bar-style service at dinner, with additional Cajun items available), and Yelpers had gripes about ordering at the counter before being seated, though servers are generally described as nice; after feedback, The Switch made the full menu available all day and shifted to full table service. The expansive dining room drew praise — called “impressive” by Texas BBQ Posse and “beautiful” by The Smoking Ho, who noted that if your nose weren’t tipped off by smoke you might not guess it’s a barbecue restaurant — and the spot holds a 3.5-star Yelp rating, lower than its parent location, even though some diners still call the service and food exemplary." - Erin Russell