Jims Smokehouse Four Points

Definitely worth the stop guys! The moist brisket was perfection. I’m not a fan of bbq sauce usually, but both sauces were fantastic here. The mac and cheese was super creamy, flavorful and rich. Nice people too! My meal was $13 and I’d say that’s super fair.

Jim smokehouse was chosen by yelp as the second best food trailer in the United States, so I had to go check it out. It’s a very unassuming food trailer on 620, right next to the thunder clouds and the barbecue is great. I’m not sure about being the number two trailer in the entire nation, but it’s definitely very very good. I went when I wasn’t really hungry so I just got a couple of things to try them and everything was good, especially the brisket. They have two different kinds of sauces and serve everything with pickles and onions. There are a bunch of picnic tables out front which are shared with a couple of other food trailers. Parking was not great, but it was not a huge problem, you park on the side of a small frontage road that runs in front of them.

It’s always amazing when you can stop by a random food truck off the side of the road in TX and find better BBQ than most states most popular establishments This makes the above statement true, and was one of the better BBQ sandwiches I ever had. When I first received I thought it was a bit unimpressive, but changed as soon as my first bite! It was a lot more meat than it looked, bun was amazing, and it was actually Hot. I can’t tell you how many BBQ places I’ve been lately that serve almost cold meat.. terrible $16 is somewhat typical nowadays, but would still hope to be a bit cheaper, or at least come with a small side. At least it was delicious. This will be an ‘every once in a while place’ bc of price point. If it was a few cheaper, or came with side, would prob come here every time I was in area Never change that perfect grilled buttery bun Parking was a bit tight Friday early-evening Thanks!

Everything was stellar! The service was absolutely top tier! The guy who took our order was extremely helpful. Told us we could go sit and he would bring us our food. I got the 2 meat plate with Mac n cheese & scalloped potatoes. My wife got a chopped brisket sandwich. I came back for the banana cream pie for dessert. Food was amazing and I’m glad we found this little spot!

Visiting ATX, had to have bbq. Found this place. Awesome bbq. Had the Dino-Beef rib, pork ribs, brisket, and burnt chicken ends. You can eat at the bar next door. They being the food to you and you can enjoy a cold beer at the bar inside. Great hospitality at the bar. Got free entertainment watching the bartender kill flies with a salt gun. Nice guy and super friendly. Highly recommend getting great bbq and cold refreshments next door.

Fabulous food. Everything was delicious. We had the ribs and brisket with beans, mac n cheese, scalloped potato’s, hatch chile corn and coleslaw. Our fav sides were the corn and mac n cheese and coleslaw. The meat was amazing, flavorful and bomb hot barbecue sauce came with. I recommend this place if you’re ever in Austin!

The food was really great. A bit expensive but what isn’t these days? The brisket was cooked perfectly and the jalapeño cheddar sausage was amazing. The corn side was unexpectedly tangy but in a good way. One of the kind gentlemen gave me a sample of the Dr Pepper pork ends and that was really good too. All said I give it an A+, and will be back one Wednesday for the Texas twinkies!

Great food. Brisket was tender and moist. The sides were great too. One of the best BBQ places in Austin. I would however order to go. You would have to sit far from the place or fight flies swarming you and the food.

We originally found this spot because we had wanted to try another food truck in the same area. But it had apparently closed, so we decided we would just eat there anyways at the other food trucks. So I was so surprised to see such a high rating and so many reviews for this spot, considering I hadn't heard about it before. The pricing is pretty decent for barbecue. I ended up sharing a 2 meat 2 sides plate. They were sadly out of moist brisket (we came on a Saturday around 6pm), so we got the lean brisket and baby back ribs. With the Mac n cheese and sriracha cole slaw. The brisket was a little drier than I would have liked, but I imagine the moist would have been really good. And I really enjoyed the ribs. Really flavorful and decently tender! The sriracha coleslaw was really unique and I enjoyed it. But the more you eat, the more the spice builds, and it got to the point that I didn't really want it anymore. But I definitely want to try the jicama coleslaw next time. The Mac and cheese was really cheesy, and not too thick, but it was pretty typical. I think based off of food alone, I might have given 4 stars. But the service is what really pushed me to 5 stars. When we first u wrapped our food, we noticed there was a long blonde hair on our ribs. We let them know and they were so quick to rectify everything and give us a new batch of ribs. The dessert might have been my favorite part besides the ribs. We got the key lime pie, although I do still really wanna try the banana pudding too. It had a good mix of tartness and sweetness. And it really doesn't need the strawberry syrup. But we did try the strawberry syrup and that was also really good. It kind of tasted like watered down strawberry jam, but in a good way. I liked that it actually tasted like real strawberries, and it wasn't sickly artificially sweet.

In recognition of National Food Truck day, I decided to try another food truck today...Jim's Smokehouse. This morning Yelp sent out a listing of the top 100 food trucks and Jim's Smokehouse is #2 nationwide (4.9 rating with 259 reviews...pretty impressive!!!). So, why not give it a whirl? I am very proud of the mark that Austin is making on the food scene with several Michelin restaurants and now the #2 rated food truck. Jim's Smokehouse is relatively close to where I live with emphasis on "relatively". Jim's is located on Highway 620, which is so deep on 620 you almost feel like you're driving to another city. It is situated in a food truck park that is more linear than circular. I met Brad Yerkes today (owner) and he is Austin proud of his food truck. He burst with passion regarding his BBQ. I asked him why he has such a high Yelp rating and he said that the people love his BBQ. He allowed me to sample the brisket (no fat present), two types of sausages and a piece of rib. He also allowed me sample the chili, which was seasoned well but a bit too spicey for me. All the meats tasted good, but I settled on the ribs and turkey (trying to be a bit healthy now). He said his most popular sides were the mac n cheese and scalloped potatoes, so I bought small portions of both (I know...not healthy; will go back to healthy tomorrow...lol). His small cups are small, not thimble size like some other BBQ places. After we ate the meats and sides, we are certainly Jim's Smokehouse raving fans!!! The ribs were the standout for me...sweet and tangy at the same time and super tender (meat was falling off the bones). The turkey was good also. The mac n cheese was hot, cheesy and the perfect flavor. Those scalloped potatoes were super yummy...thinly sliced, and not greasy...so, so good. There is outdoor bench seating if you want to eat your food at the food truck park. Also, there is some open parking if you "grab and go" with your food. Important to note, there were no lines close to 1:30 pm, which was a pleasant surprise. The only downside of Jim's is that it is far out Highway 620...hope he expands and bring his food truck more central Austin. However, it is so worth the drive. Highly recommend Jim's smokehouse!!!

May 8, 25 - Yelp just published their Top 10 barbecue spots in the USA. Jim's Smokehouse is listed as #1. Heck, they made Yelp's "2023 Top 100 Best Places to Eat in Texas." I've been trying to tell y'all folks. Get on over there and tell them Kelly sent you.

I'll pass on Jim's Smokehouse in the future... I consider it a rip-off....mediocre bbq for a ridiculous price.....BEWARE...This is what I got for my $23 two meat plate....one slice of brisket, and 2 small ribs. WTf?? I'll stick with Rudy's BBQ.... I always thought food truck prices would be a good deal...since they don't have brick and mortar store fronts. BUT...apparently not...they are out to screw everyone! Jim's Smokehouse is no exception....a RIP-OFF. $23 for THIS?? One (and I mean ONE) slice of brisket, and 2 small ribs....GIVE ME A BREAK! WHAT A RIP-OFF

I love AUS food truck parks - lots of great options for fabulous BBQ and tacos, and Jim's is another fantastic truck serving Smokey goodness. We ordered a 2 meat meal with 2 side plate, also 1/2 lb of turkey. They smelled and tasted so good... love the smokiness and tenderness of their meat, and oh my, mac & cheese...! Heavenly. Highly recommended!

This place rocks! A must try! If you haven't tried it out, you're missing out on some delicious food.

I was so hungry all day today. I had a big breakfast, but as soon as I got to work, I was snacking, I ended up eating my lunch early cause I just couldn't shake the hunger feelings. On the way home, I stopped at Jim's Smokehouse. Their brisket is amazing. Their Mac & cheese is creamy and gooey. I love everything I've ever gotten here. The brisket is my favorite. What a gorgeous night, sitting outside at one of their many picnic tables. Just enjoying a Jim's brisket sandwich. The meat is juicy with added bbq sauce. Pickles and onions come on the side. Mac & Cheese is creamy, rich, hot and gooey. About half way through, I really started feeling full. I ended up eating the meat inside and leaving the rest of the bun. And I brought back home about half the Mac & cheese. Completely satisfying. Great service. Great food. And a very good value. Parking lot is small. It's shared with a bar and 3 other food trucks. It's always packed on the weekends.

Visiting ATX, had to have bbq. Found this place. Awesome bbq. Had the Dino-Beef rib, pork ribs, brisket, and burnt chicken ends. You can eat at the bar next door. They being the food to you and you can enjoy a cold beer at the bar inside. Great hospitality at the bar. Got free entertainment watching the bartender kill flies with a salt gun. Nice guy and super friendly. Highly recommend getting great bbq and cold refreshments next door.

Darn good Q! Jim's is pushing stellar meats and other eats out of his food truck. With the actual smokehouse just behind, everything is fresh and legit. My fav is a special request: lean brisket, chopped, with sauce and bun on side. I build my own. :D The absolute perfect balance of smoke, sweet, and tang. So happy to have them by Lake Travis. Also recommend their bomb mac & cheese, sriracha slaw, and do I need to even suggest "bacon jam?" Come on! All drool worthy. Good prices, high quality, the nicest staff ever - heart them!. 5 stars all the way! Order ahead online for even faster pickup. Several shaded picnic tables to use if you want to "dine in." If you want to add a cold adult libation, simply grab one from Rock House Bar & Trailer Park on the same site. Cheers y'all! Please, tell 'em I sent ya. ;) Support local. Support small.

Food is excellent! Brisket is fantastic, Texas Twinkie Wednesday is a must! My go to for BBQ

Great spot! Delicious fatty brisket, pork tacos, chop beef sandwich! The sides (macaroni and jicama coleslaw) were also really good. Grabbed a drink at the bar next door and found one of many shady picnic tables. Kids enjoyed some ping pong and cod hole while we hung out. Definitely gonna return.

I've already raved about this place, but they've branched out into pastrami and I'm compelled to write about it. Previously Pious was our go-to pastrami restaurant, but Jim's has handily dethroned them, while being much, much closer to us! Wowzers, no joke, the best pastrami I've ever had, full stop.

Everything is amazing. There are always great special sandwiches like the B-Rad and the Dirty McCurdy that rotate and are great. On Wednesdays they have Texas Twinkies (smoked Jalapeño poppers bacon wrapped with chopped brisket). Always delicious!

Mom and I stopped here and grabbed a 2 meat 2 sides plate which was $23 at time of review. There wasn't a line late in the afternoon on a Saturday and even though it's December it was hot and now the trees have less leaves. There are two shaded tables at this hour and was occupied by employees or friends of the employees because after they smoked for 20 min they went inside the food truck and we didn't see them again before we left... and the other is directly in wind of smoker. We ordered the beef brisket and pork ribs, with sides Mac n cheese and green bean casserole. Everything was great but I wish we had specified lean brisket because I hate super fatty meat and that's what we got. The ribs fell off the bone with ease and had great flavor. I liked both the sauces but mom wasn't a fan of either of them.

Decided to try Jim smokehouse. The brisket, ribs and turkey were so tender. We also had the sausage and beef rib, which were delicious as well. I did not care for the jicama coleslaw. I thought the mac & cheese was good but not outstanding. I liked the diversity in the sauces. I thought the corn and beans were also very good. I liked the food truck park and the ability to sit in a picnic area. We will definitely come back.

The five star rating is a huge deal--we had to give this food truck a try. Our experience was positive. The food was good, but nothing that would be outstanding or extraordinary. Staff are super warm and friendly. Patient too, as I took forever to decide what I wanted to eat. $7 sliced brisket taco was a good deal, with quality slices of meat. The flavors were on the bland side though, so I'd recommend getting one of the juicier items, like sandwiches. $4 Mac and cheese [side] was bland and meh, so skip this side. $12 chopped brisket sandwich is THE thing to get. It was massive--so much meat, that you will be full or be taking leftovers home. Meat was good quality--not too fatty. Chopped meat was drowning in BBQ sauce. I love copious amounts of sauce, so I appreciated this. BBQ is very sweet & sour, so be aware of its pronounced flavor, which might be overwhelming for some. It gets coooool up there in the mountains, so sitting outside, at the picnic tables, by the food truck will get cold. We were grateful that we were encouraged to go inside the nearby bar and consume our food there.

This place was close to our hotel and it was exceptional. We can't wait to go back! They have a fun spot with a ping pong table. Food was incredibly delicious and not just a regular BBQ, but almost gourmet style! Also, great portions, 1 taco will fill you up!

A couple of friends and I meet up once a month for a bbq rendezvous.....we use yelp to find those better rated joints....half the time the highly rated places don't turn out so well....Jim's Smokehouse is currently the highest rated and it's well deserved....I had a two meat two side plate with fatty brisket and jalapeño cheese sausage....the brisket was excellent: moist, tender, barky with perfect smokiness....sausage was very good, not greasy and full of flavor....had both slaws for sides...they were different and very tasty....ordered a topo chico for a great meal....the menu offered lots of other more craft fare.....plenty of reasons to come back...this time the yelp rating is 100% accurate....

Jim's catered delivery to my office at the domain. I only provided my budget per person and Jim's took care of the rest. Everything was excellent and arrived on time. The ribs are incredible here. My new go to instead of brisket.

The Black Angus Brisket and Ribs here are insane. In all my travels in TX, this is my new favorite Brisket. The rub is complex. The meat is incredibly fatty and tender. The smoke deeply penetrates the fat. The Ribs are just as tender and smoky. This spot is a gem.

Fast , very delicious and friendly staff here. Guys came out and made sure I had everything I needed. Appreciate y'all

This is my Old Reliable Bar B Q spot. They have been near Lakeway/Hudson Bend for years providing excellent food at a reasonable cost! Their staff are experienced and always greet with a smile!

WOW! Jim's Smokehouse just catered a 35 person party for us last night! Brian and team were great to work with, very reasonable price, for outstanding BBQ! Good mix of Ribs, Brisket, smattering of burnt ends, turkey went very quick should have ordered more... I know Brian you told me so. The sides rocked it. All the guest were from out of town and just loved it. Thanks everyone, we had a blast!

Amazing food in a good truck. The majority of our group had the Dan's special - pulled pork, saracchi coleslaw, pickles, onions on a soft bun. I wanted smoked turkey which was not on the menu but they made for me. This place deserves the high rankings because my husband always is underwhelmed at barbecue so I was so happy he said I'll try the barbecue. Delicious!!!

I tried this place yesterday and was pleasantly surprised! The sides were off the chart. That Mac and cheese though... I loved all the sauces. I probably would try other menu items then just the brisket next time. I could tell this food is made with love and attention. Bravo Jim's!!!

I'm only rating based on my own taste, not debating how it's supposed to be (if you really like it, good for you and maybe we have gotten the wrong stuff in the menu, or a bad day?)The $17 brisket was very dry and tough, with only one juicy slice. That slice earns one star, and the sauce, which was pretty good, earns another. I have nothing against the place--I was just visiting the city -- but my disappointment prompted me to write this review.

This is the best food truck by far. The cleanliness, attentive & friendly service coupled with amazing BBQ is unmatched. New to the neighborhood and feel lucky to have this place right down the street.

The reuben sandwich is out of this world! I'm super picky on those, and the family secret sauce has the perfect amount of kick, and there is always plenty of sauerkraut! Everything I've tried has been great, and the fluffy key lime pie is the perfect way to end it. Relaxing picnic tables with ping pong to eat, or go sit in at the bar next door. The staff always has a smile and is friendly! You cannot go wrong with Jim's Smokehouse!

This food truck has a nice view as it is by the road. It has plenty of seats as there were other food trucks behind them. The service was nice. There were two guys who were in the truck working on food. The food came out about 10-15 minutes. It was not that busy, but I can see how only two employees it can be. The food was delicious! The meats were tender and soft. However, it was not warmed up enough which we thought maybe they were not as fresh as we thought. The Mac and cheese was just okay. The scalloped potato had to be the highlight of the dishes we ordered. The scalloped technique created a different texture than regular potatoes, which we enjoyed a lot. The hassinator potato was delicious, and the Mexican twist on it with pico and pickled jalapeño really turned up a notch from regular bbq places. Overall, we enjoyed this place and would still come back again!

I can't believe I haven't reviewed Jim's yet. During the summer time it became a regular -- almost daily -- occasion to go to Jessica Hollis park for an ice cold swim and go to Jim's which is a mile away for what I would say is the best brisket in all of Austin; Franklin's be damned. This truck is owned by Brad, the grandson of Jim who opened this spot to pay homage to his grandpa's BBQ and home cooking, and I think it's safe to say that he's done him right and then some. As I said before, any time I come here I order their "super ultra moist" brisket cuts and nearly every time they come out you can cut them by merely looking at them; they really are these thick slices with a crisp and flavorful bark that you can simply pull apart with your fingers and just a slight amount of tension, it's insane. They also serve brisket tacos that are absolute monsters and packed full of flavor that you should also definitely try. Another staple of this spot is the two styles of sauce they serve with the BBQ; one which is a more traditional vinegar based sauce that I love, and another that has a sort of Thai twist to it that's thicker that's also incredible. Their outdoor space for seating also has amenities like corn hole, ping pong, and tvs to sweeten the deal even more. All & all I just can't say enough good things about this BBQ gem. I live literally right next to Franklin's and many times have laughed at the 2 hour+ line as I drive by and make the 15 minute trek to Jim's Smokehouse; it really is that good.

Had a pound of brisket, and it tasted like heaven when paired with a cold beer. It was amazing!

Whilst upon a work trip to the Capitol, my colleague invited me out to this joint with their family. I actually passed right on by and had to kick it in reverse. We came through early to mid afternoon, after the lunch rush had dissipated. The staff were quick and efficient. They a covered seating area, everything is out doors. They have a portable potty out back as well. The food came out quick and came in hot. The brisket had excellent far content, and moisture level. The ribs were a little dryer than I was hoping for, but flavorful. Between the Original and the jalapeno cheese sausage, the jalapeno was my favorite. The jicama salad/slaw was really tasty too. The tacos are supposed to be really good, but I didn't try them out this trip. Next time for sure. On your way to the lake? Stop in!

Jim's was the first of several barbecue joints that I tried while in Austin. I stopped here on my first night and the bar was set very, very high. I ordered the cheddar jalapeño sausage, smoked turkey, and a side of mac and cheese. I came fairly close to closing time, but everything was super fresh, hot, and delicious. The portions were definitely generous and I had enough for two meals. The location that I visited was near a few other food truck type setups, but Jim's was definitely the busiest. Coming from out of town, that told me that I made the right choice! The staff was super friendly as well and took their time in explaining the menu and my options. Texas barbecue is a foreign concept to me, so this was appreciated. There are also some picnic benches near their truck so you can enjoy your meal alfresco. Overall, this was a fantastic meal and Jim's will be somewhere I visit on my next trip south!

Got brisket, ribs, and turkey (along w/ scalloped potatoes) last weekend for a family get together - soooooo good!!! All of it! And the guys were so nice, even gave the AAA man a free bottle of water for fixing a couple flat tires in their lot. Great place, good food, can't go wrong stopping here!

This trailer is in Barton Springs Rd. And wowza !!! Way better that I thought it would be. The Pimento cheese was on point and smothering the brisket on the toasted bun. Yum. The Mac and cheese was above average and also tasty. Will return.

moist brisket was good, mac n cheese and scalloped potatoes were great! service was fast. there are picnic tables outside. they use rotini for their mac and i really liked the al dente version. i've not come across scalloped potatoes often so that was a nice surprise. it came with 2 different bbq sauces and both were great. enjoyed the meal and will be back.

Really good barbecue and interesting selections. Professional staff is super informative about the menu. We enjoy the mac and cheese, ribs and pulled pork sandwiches.

Don't be hesitant of this small truck, it packs a big punch with their meats! This truck is owned by Brad, whom I have learned is the grandson of Jim who opened this spot. The brisket here is outstanding and very moist. The thick slices with a crisp and flavorful bark that you can simply pull apart with your fingers and just a slight amount of tension, it's ridiculously great. This screams Texas to me and brings me comfort every time I fly in to visit. The mac & cheese so cheesy so ooey-gooey, and a little spice to it too. Loved the pickles on the side and the onions as well. Come early and line up.

Brisket was good but sandwich was a little cold in the middle. BBQ sauce was some of the best I have had. Mac and cheese just okay for me.

Delicious food. One of, if not the best Texas BBQ. The brisket melts on its way to your mouth, while retaining the perfect texture. The TACOS! Don't get me started. AMAZING. And the coleslaw, both kinds are delectable. Great people serving you incredible food.

We had the sliced brisket sandwich and it was so delicious and excellent. Melt in your mouth. Couldn't ask for anything better. Thank you!

This place is just meh. The only thing worth while is their ribs which is unfortunate cause they're price af. I've gone multiple times because my friends like this place. The brisket is almost always dry and gets stuck in-between literally every tooth it also tastes like almost nothing. The turkey is oversalted but it is moist. The beans taste like they put beans in water and nothing else not seasoned in the slightest. They are really proud of being #1 on yelp like they really like saying it, however if you talk to anyone else that like bbq they say "eh it's ok, I've had better from x place and I've made better for x event but it's alright". I will admit the bacon jam is a piece of heaven on the mac n cheese you can also make a tub of it pretty easy at home if you have the patience and add the right amount of maple syrup (the real stuff). The staff is always nice so that's neat. The outside area is your standard outside area but they added a ping pong table... Ping pong is not a good choice for outdoor play cause the ball weights almost nothing so the slightest breeze and suddenly the ball is 10 feet away. The bar next door some times plays live music which is typically clashing with the music the food truck is playing. If you're thinking about going to the bar and want food I suggest the thai or sushi place over the bbq unless you're craving bbq

I got a brisket sandwich. The beef was good but like 75% fat. I probably could have asked for lean, but forgot. The bread and pickles were good. I ate behind the food truck and was harassed by flies and bees the entire time I was eating.

Jim's serves the best ribs and pulled pork ever! The ambiance is perfecto, as you can order your BBQ and they will deliver it to the Rock House Bar, which is also awesome. So as you wait on your food, you can enjoy a cold cerveza or a cocktail and chat with Toby and pet Steve.

From NJ, this place slaps!!! Got the $18 plate, two meats and two sides. I chose brisket and ribs, and my two sides were the Mac and cheese and jicama coleslaw! Absolutely fantastic! The place is essentially a food truck with outdoor seating, restrooms are porta Johns and a manual hand washing station that's outside. If your looking for a full restaurant, this is not it, this is an outdoor food truck with picnic tables! Perfect for those outdoor bbq fingers! The food is 10/10. The only cons is that since it's outdoors there are many flies and I walked out with a ton of bug bites, make sure you bring mosquito spray! If management see's this, please fumigate the outdoors and treat it for mosquitoes so your patrons don't get bit so much by bugs! Again for food, it's great, delicious, came here on Friday, no lines!

I think this is one of the best BBQ places in Austin. Be sure to try the Burnt Ends and Ribs. It is a trailer.

Being generous as the only good thing was the brisket. That was good but not life changing or anything. I just didn't want to mess with waiting forever in line so I chose something out of Austin. No problem here no line. Had turkey rib and brisket with scallop and the corn. Turkey dry but decent smoke flavor. Rib was small and tough. Brisket was fatty and good. Two sauces I found the sweet one better with the food than the other. Key lime was ok. If ppl think this is at top don't feel like I want to try other bbq as I'll just be disappointed. Did see their pork sandwhich looked like it would be good but considering rest was ok probably same.

Jim's smokehouse is definitely the best barbecue on this side of the Austin area. I've eaten here a fair amount of times and never had a side or entree that wasn't a 5/5. Also--they manage to make their prices reasonable at a time when Austin barbecue can be prohibitively expensive. My go-to is any of their sandwiches, which are overloading with meat--and the Dan's Special sandwich even has their Sriracha coleslaw on it. I think every side and meat here is delicious but their best items are probably their brisket and ribs. They do sometimes run out of things, especially ribs, but I think that's the sign of a good barbecue place. Jim's Smokehouse deserves all the customers they can handle, but I honestly hope they stay as a food truck so they can just focus on making the food great.

Great food! Awesome service. Brisket sandwich and the potatoes with chopped brisket, pico and jalapeños were awesome!