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Franklin Barbecue vs Terry Black's Barbecue

Two of Austin’s BBQ names, side by side — scores, prices, styles, and what to order at each.

On our editorial score, Franklin Barbecue edges Terry Black's Barbecue, 9.9 to 9.3.

Scores are the BBQ Atlas editorial composite across six dimensions — not aggregated user reviews.

MetricFranklin BarbecueTerry Black's Barbecue
Score9.9 / 109.3 / 10
Price$$$$
StyleCentral Texas StyleCentral Texas Style
AreaEast AustinBarton Springs
Established20092014

What to order at Franklin Barbecue

  • • Brisket (fatty)
  • • Beef Ribs
  • • Pulled Pork
Read the Franklin Barbecue guide

What to order at Terry Black's Barbecue

  • • Brisket
  • • Beef Ribs
  • • Pork Ribs
  • • Peach Cobbler
Read the Terry Black's Barbecue guide