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Franklin Barbecue vs Guero's Taco Bar
Both restaurants are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Franklin Barbecue is the choice of most writers compared to Guero's Taco Bar. Franklin Barbecue comes in at 94 with positive reviews from 13 sources like Bon Appétit, Condé Nast Traveler and Not For Tourists.
Franklin Barbecue
Fodor's
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Gayot
Not For Tourists
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900 E. 11th, Austin, TX 78702
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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."
Guero's Taco Bar
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1412 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
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Zagat
"This SoCo stop attracts "masses" of locals and visitors alike for "no-nonsense" Mexican grub and "margaritas that'll take the enamel off your teeth"."
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BlackBook
"The epicenter of South Congress. Tourists take taxis straight here from the airport. The queso flameado and tacos al pastor have something to do with it."
Gayot
11.0
"This spacious south Austin landmark hums with the frantic energy of a loyal lunch crowd seeking a Tex-Mex fix."
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Michelin Guide
"This iconic South Congress Avenue, occupying a late 19C feed store, ls a big part of the hip Austin scene."
Rough Guide
"Tacos al pastor are a specialty (about $9) at this busy, sprawling restaurant located across the bridge, south of downtown."
