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Franklin Barbecue vs Jeffrey's Restaurant
Both restaurants are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Franklin Barbecue scores significantly higher than Jeffrey's Restaurant. Franklin Barbecue ranks #1 in Austin with endorsements from 13 sources like Bon Appétit, Lonely Planet and Tasting Table.
Franklin Barbecue
Fodor's
Zagat
BlackBook
Gayot
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."
Jeffrey's Restaurant
Concierge
Frommer's
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W Lynn at W 12th, Austin, TX 78703
From $50 /night
Concierge
"The food is hard to categorize, with elements of Latin, Southwestern, and Continental cuisine. Some have called it "New Texan," but we simply call it tasty."
Frommer's
"This little bistro in the old Clarksville neighborhood west of downtown has been a destination for food lovers for over 25 years."
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Travel + Leisure
"Located in the quiet Clarksville neighborhood, this upscale New American restaurant is a longtime favorite of visiting celebrities and dignitaries."
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Zagat
"The pricey re-envisioned menu is protein-heavy, with steaks and old-school sides, and the classy interior reminds customers that it’s a special occasion."
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BlackBook
"Service is paramount at this understated exemplar of fine dining."
