"A trip to Austin wouldn’t be complete without at least a little bit of barbecue. And La Barbecue is one of our favorite spots to go with a group. The brisket here is among the best in town, but you can just as easily fill up on sides if you’re not careful. Just be warned—most of the dishes here lean pretty heavy on the pepper, which we’ve also found to be an eye-opening way to start the day." - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion