Black's Barbecue Austin

"What used to require a 45-minute drive out to Black’s Barbecue in Lockhart is now just a short drive to the UT area. Hungover college students will never understand just how good they have it. As a result of that location, the lines here don’t tend to be too bad. The barbecue is still smoked in Lockhart, but driven in daily. If you’re worried about the freshness factor, keep in mind that most of what you’re typically eating was cooked overnight—smoked meats travel and hold up surprisingly well. We’d recommend getting brisket, and if you come with friends, make sure to get a massive beef rib to share.  " - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion

"There was a time when getting good barbecue required a 45-minute drive to Lockhart to make the pilgrimage to Black’s Barbecue—one of a few spots in the area generally considered to be among the best. Now, that same experience requires a 12-minute walk from the north end of campus. All of the meat is still smoked in the same pits over in Lockhart, then driven in each morning. The smoked meats travel and hold up surprisingly well (plus, most of it was cooked overnight, anyway). The lines don’t get nearly as bad here as some other spots in town, plus it’s one of the few barbecue spots in town that’s open for dinner.  " - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion

"Looking to introduce your out-of-town wedding guests to traditional Central Texas barbecue on your special day? This family-owned joint will provide brisket and all the fixins’. Submit catering requests online." - Darcie Duttweiler

"This quick, counter-service barbecue joint is the off-post of the famed Lockhart destination with the same great approach to daytime smoked meats. Takeout orders can be placed online, in person, or over the phone; there are DoorDash and Favor deliveries; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas." - Darcie Duttweiler

"For those not wanting to make the trip to Lockhart, the Austin branch of the renowned barbecue destination will certainly do. Don’t skip the sausage. Takeout orders can be placed online, in person, or over the phone; there are DoorDash and Favor deliveries; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas." - Darcie Duttweiler