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True Texas BBQ

4.3

(785 reviews)

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Business Details

8801 S. Congress Avenue, Austin, TX

78745, United States

(737) 236-8360

https://www.truetxbbq.com/

About

Barbecue RestaurantRestaurantCatererH-E-B

True Texas BBQ is slow smoked in-house for fourteen hours over natural hardwood, and it's darn delicious. So much so, it was named Best BBQ Chain in Texas as recognized by Texas Monthly. We offer barbecue by the plate or pound, plus delicious sides like brisket beans, mac & cheese, potato salad and coleslaw. Visit your nearby True Texas BBQ in Austin at 8801 S. Congress Avenue today!

Details

Dine-inAvailable
DeliveryAvailable
TakeoutAvailable
Requires reservationsNot available
LunchAvailable
DinnerAvailable

Location

True Texas BBQ

8801 S. Congress Avenue, Austin, TX

78745, United States

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Hours

Monday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Reviews

4.3

785 reviews

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529

4 stars

115

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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Numerous reviews praised the exceptional customer service, highlighting staff members like Darin and Alyssa for their helpfulness and professionalism.

Food Quality

While many customers enjoyed the food, particularly the brisket and pulled pork, there were mixed reviews regarding the quality of certain dishes, with some expressing disappointment over fatty brisket and cold food.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere received positive remarks for being clean and inviting, although some noted it was located within a grocery store.

Order Issues

Several customers reported issues with order accuracy and availability, particularly regarding online orders and menu items being out of stock.

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Crystal Hyman
6 days ago
4.0
Food was delicious especially the collard greens ☺️but side portions were very small
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Christopher Powers
Feb 18, 2026
5.0
Always a great time with speedy friendly service, good prices and of course great food.
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Adrianna Alvarez
Feb 15, 2026
5.0
Our first time trying H‑E‑B BBQ! Food was delicious! Collard greens, Mac & cheese, and beans were so good! Darin & Alyssa were exceptionally helpful!
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Randall2 Wilson
Feb 12, 2026
1.0
Walked a mile (literally)to eat brisket, just to find out the don't prepare enough. Guess I needed the exercise
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Golden Goddess
Feb 7, 2026
3.0
This place wasn't bad I had the brisket sandwich and the brisket chilli. I must say the chilli was meaty and spicy. It was good! I also enjoyed the banana 🍌 pudding. Tasty.