Louie Mueller Barbecue
Barbecue restaurant · Taylor ·
Classic barbecue joint serving ribs, brisket, and sausage
Classic barbecue joint serving ribs, brisket, and sausage
"A third-generation smokehouse often called a “cathedral of smoke,” this Central Texas landmark helped popularize the giant beef ribs that define Texas-style barbecue. Beef is the focus and is executed famously here, while turkey remains moist and delicious, pork ribs are tender, and the sausage delivers the expected snap that signals a well-made link." - Greg Baker
"It’s about 20 minutes out of the way, but do yourself a favor and make the detour to Taylor to try this legendary Hill Country barbecue joint. The gigantic smoked beef rib is a favorite, and the brisket can’t be beat. Note: Louie Mueller is closed Sunday through Tuesday." - Courtney E. Smith
"Founded in 1949 by Louie Mueller, and later managed by Bobby Mueller who won a James Beard Award in 2006, Louie Mueller Barbecue has a celebrated history in the Texas barbecue scene." - Mae Hamilton
"I trace the family's barbecue roots to this legendary restaurant, founded by Louie Mueller in 1949 in Taylor, Texas; Bobby Mueller took over in 1974, and under his stewardship the restaurant earned a James Beard Foundation America’s Classics award in 2006, with LeAnn’s brother Wayne later overseeing the operation." - Nadia Chaudhury
"This Guy Fieri–approved barbecue spot offers the usual smoked meats—brisket, sausage, turkey, beef ribs, and pork ribs—and I can also order sandwich kits with pulled pork or chopped brisket." - Erin Russell