Experts' Choice Award la Barbecue
What the experts agree on
La Barbecue's legendary brisket and massive beef ribs draw serious lines, but the female-owned smokery delivers obsession-worthy Texas BBQ with killer sides, occasional free beer, and live music that makes the wait worthwhile.
“One of the holy grails on the Austin barbecue scene, this female-owned smokery serves serious meat in a hip setting.”
– Condé Nast Traveler
Zagat "The crew at the helm of this South First trailer has changed, but there are still long lines of fans queuing up for smoked meats like brisket and ribs – not to mention the free beer and music." Full review
Zagat4.5
"“Fabulous barbecue” like “pork ribs”, “monster beef ribs”, brisket and housemade sausage; “live music” and “free beer” sweeten the deal." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Just east of Interstate 35, the La Barbecue truck serves up obsession-inspiring brisket (and I'm not even really a brisket fan), tender turkey, sausage, and more meats." Full review
The Infatuation8.0
"Consider yourself lucky if you have the chance to eat it, especially if you're there in time to catch their legendary beef ribs.
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Time Out "Come for the essential brisket, pork ribs and sausage, but stay for the sides (and occasionally, the free beer)." Full review
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Just make sure to arrive early—when the meat sells out, they close for the day.
Fodor's "Portions of their prizewinning BBQ are Texas-size, including their popular El Sancho brisket sandwich with "Bobby Sauce." Lines are to be expected, but service is friendly and swift." Full review
Fodor's "This favorite east-side spot, which started as a humble trailer before moving into this expanded Cesar Chavez location, remains another top spot for Texas barbecue. Portions of their..." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"la Barbecue was founded by the late LeAnn Mueller and is now run by her wife, Ali Clem. The large, custom-built pit in the backyard anchors the operation, while the interior is a simple..." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Over on the east side of town, visit La Barbecue for its 14-hour slow-smoked brisket and spicy pork sausage, as well as its creamy shells and cheese. "La" stands for the initials of the..."
"La Barbecue received a Michelin One-Star. Micklethewait Craft Meats is on par with La Barbecue."
