Overall, customers praised the BBQ, particularly the brisket, wings, and sides, though some found certain dishes bland or disappointing.
Service
The staff received high marks for friendliness and attentiveness, with many customers highlighting personal interactions with the owner.
Atmosphere
The restaurant is noted for its cozy, old-school Austin vibe, enhanced by live music and a welcoming environment.
Value
Many reviews emphasized the reasonable prices and good portion sizes, making it a popular choice for budget-conscious diners.
Consistency
While many customers have enjoyed their meals over the years, there are mixed reviews about consistency, with some recent visits reporting lower food quality.
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Blush Beauty Bar
Nov 8, 2025
5.0
Delicious wings!!
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Mandissa Marshall
Oct 17, 2025
5.0
Good Food - Good Service - Live Music - Dog Friendly
Highly recommend the smocked turkey!!
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Phil Condra
Oct 16, 2025
5.0
Covered outdoor tables for large groups. The fare has some variety.
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Amanda Halkiotis
Oct 12, 2025
5.0
This is outstanding, down-home barbecue that isn't overpriced, unlike so many places in Austin.
As soon as you walk in you are greeted with a big warm, Texas welcome and a reassuring handshake from the owner Rick. He loves this business and it shows. The staff are friendly, and you can tell they genuinely enjoy taking care of their customers. It's a real family-run operation that radiates lots of love for good food and pride in sharing that passion with others.
I found the portions to be a good size, and everything came out fresh without too long of a wait. We had the Frito pie, four meat platter of smoked chicken, brisket, sausage, and ribs. with Mac and cheese, green beans, and an extra side of coleslaw.
I especially liked the tender smoked chicken with a nice crust on it, and the sausage with had that sharp snap when you cut into it, always a good sign. Brisket was delicous, it does have a slight pull (so not completely so soft and tender that it melts in your mouth), which is personal preference but I really enjoyed it. Green beans, hush puppies, and Frito pie were all excellent.
Craving something sweet to chase all that savory? Their homemade pies are AMAZING. We got a slice of blueberry pie to go for a late-night snack and it was superb.
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Des R.
Oct 12, 2025
5.0
The service staff was so awesome! If you’re wanting to go: go. If your a staff member: you guys are doing great job 🔥👍🏻