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Franklin Barbecue vs Fonda San Miguel
Both establishments are recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Franklin Barbecue scores significantly better than Fonda San Miguel. Franklin Barbecue ranks #1 in Austin with endorsements from 13 reviewers including Condé Nast Traveler, Time Out and BlackBook.
Franklin Barbecue
Fodor's
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Not For Tourists
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900 E. 11th, Austin, TX 78702
From $0 /night
Fodor's
"If Central Texas is the hub of the state's best barbecue, then Franklin Barbecue is the gold standard."
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Zagat
"Originally a trailer, this brick-and-mortar BBQ joint in East Austin is "giving the big names a run for their money" with some of the "finest brisket in the entire state"."
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BlackBook
"Proprietor Aaron Franklin is to barbecue as homebrewers are to beer. He has created his own niche with craft brisket on par with the dispensaries in legendary Lockhart."
Gayot
"In less than two years, Aaron Franklin opened a small trailer dispensing barbecue that then evolved into a brick-and-mortar eatery."
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Not For Tourists
"Pork ribs & peppery brisket. It's good."
Fonda San Miguel
Concierge
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2330 W North Loop Blvd, Austin, TX 78756-2327
From $15 /night
Concierge
"The haciendalike Fonda San Miguel has been an Austin eating institution for over 30 years and is well worth the detour off South Congress."
Fodor's
"This celebrated villa-style North Loop spot combines sophisticated ambience with a seasonal menu of authentic Mexican classics."
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Frommer's
"This was one of the first restaurants to introduce fine dining a la Mexicana to Texas."
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Zagat
""Colorful and full of beautiful pottery", this Highland Park hacienda has long been "a treat for the eyes as well as the taste buds", with "impeccable" interior Mexican fare."
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BlackBook
"It’s true south-of-the-border around here, from the homemade interior Mexican food to electric folk-art paintings."
