The Salt Lick - Round Rock
Barbecue restaurant · Round Rock
3350 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665
Highlights
Texas-style BBQ with sauces & rubs, relaxed rustic setting
Texas-style BBQ with sauces & rubs, relaxed rustic setting
"Founded in 1967 by Scott Roberts and his family, this iconic Texas barbecue spot is known for its rich history and family recipes. It has become a staple in the Austin area, offering quality barbecue with locations in Driftwood, Round Rock, and airport outposts." - Brittany Britto Garley
"One would be hard-pressed to find a family that hasn’t taken a drive to the original Salt Lick at some point — but those up north can dine on the same familiar favorites at picnic tables next to a large playscape at the Round Rock location. It’s also near the Dell Diamond minor league baseball stadium, making it an easy mark for pregame dining. Kids under the age of 10 can order from a discounted small plates menu or partake in the Sundays-only children’s family-style menu pricing. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in services." - Erin Russell
"I'm reporting that The Salt Lick, the storied Driftwood barbecue spot that opened in 1967, is opening a new 9,000-square-foot Fredericksburg location with a patio in 2025 at the Sycamore development along Luckenbach Road near the Highway 290 Wine Trail. The planned menu will feature classic Salt Lick barbecue such as brisket, ribs, and sausage, and owner and pitmaster Scott Roberts has teased an additional, unspecified new concept that will join the barbecue restaurant and wine tasting room. This expansion continues the Salt Lick's growth beyond Driftwood — it already operates a second location in Round Rock and outlets at Austin and Dallas–Fort Worth airports, previously ran an upscale Westlake restaurant in the early 2000s, and had a planned Grapevine site that fizzled." - Erin Russell
"Two perfect activities: actual exercise and then indulging in meat, especially at the Round Rock offshoot of the iconic Hill Country barbecue joint. Takeout orders can be placed in person; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in services. Closest trail: Old Settlers Park (3300 East Palm Valley Boulevard, Round Rock)" - Darcie Duttweiler
"The Dell Diamond baseball stadium-adjacent location of the Driftwood barbecue restaurant is the place to go for all-you-can-eat family-style meals. Takeout orders can be placed in person; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in services." - Darcie Duttweiler
