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Franklin Barbecue
East Austin·$$·Est. 2009
9.9847 reviews
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East Austin
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The epicenter of Austin BBQ. East Austin is home to Franklin Barbecue, La Barbecue, and Micklethwait Craft Meats — the holy trinity of Austin's BBQ scene. The neighborhood's mix of longtime residents and new arrivals has created a BBQ culture that's both deeply traditional and constantly evolving.
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BBQ in East Austin — FAQ
How many BBQ restaurants are in East Austin?
Our Austin guide features 10 BBQ restaurants in East Austin.
What is East Austin known for?
The epicenter of Austin BBQ. East Austin is home to Franklin Barbecue, La Barbecue, and Micklethwait Craft Meats — the holy trinity of Austin's BBQ scene. The neighborhood's mix of longtime residents and new arrivals has created a BBQ culture that's both deeply traditional and constantly evolving.
What's the best BBQ in East Austin?
Franklin Barbecue leads our East Austin ranking.