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The best BBQ in Austin

LeRoy & Lewis leads our ranking for BBQ in Austin. It is named most often by local critics and food writers. Interstellar BBQ and La Barbecue come next.

  1. 1LeRoy & LewisReaders' top three, 2026
  2. 2Interstellar BBQNamed by the MICHELIN Guide
  3. 3La BarbecueNamed by the MICHELIN Guide

157 barbecue spots are open in and around Austin. The top 6 are ranked first; the rest follow.

Ranked by Guide2 from readers’ polls, critics and local food writers (how we rank). Updated October 11, 2026. No restaurant pays to be listed or ranked.

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More BBQ in Austin

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  1. Leroy and Lewis Barbecue
    Photo: leroyandlewisbbq.com

    Leroy and Lewis Barbecue

    Barbecue · Austin

    “New School BBQ, Old School Service”

    Where
    5621 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX 78745
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    Has
    Catering · Takeout · Dog friendly · Full bar · Reservations
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 9 PM
    TueClosed
    Wed11 AM to 9 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10 PM
    Sat11 AM to 10 PM
    Sun11 AM to 9 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

    Checked Oct 6 · Report a change

Worth the drive

Within about half an hour of Austin.

  1. Bill Miller Bar-B-Q

    Barbecue · San Marcos

    “For 67 years, it has been our mission at Bill Miller Bar-B-Q to serve delicious, affordable, and high-quality food to families in South Texas.”

    Where
    3928 IH-35 S, San Marcos, TX 78666-9375
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    Has
    Full bar · Takeout · Delivery
    All hours
    Mon6 AM to 9 PM
    Tue6 AM to 9 PM
    Wed6 AM to 9 PM
    Thu6 AM to 9 PM
    Fri6 AM to 9 PM
    Sat6 AM to 9 PM
    Sun6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

    Checked Oct 6 · Report a change

  2. Rudy's Country Store and Bar-B-Q

    Barbecue · Kyle

    “Real texas bar-b-q”

    Where
    19430 I-35, Kyle, TX 78640
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    Has
    Takeout · Catering
    All hours
    Mon6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Tue6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Wed6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Thu6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Fri6:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sat6:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sun6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Get directionsCallMenuWebsite

    Checked Oct 6 · Report a change

  3. Rudys Country BBQ

    Barbecue · Kyle

    “Real texas bar-b-q”

    Where
    Kyle, TX 78640
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    Has
    Takeout · Catering
    All hours
    Mon6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Tue6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Wed6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Thu6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Fri6:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sat6:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sun6:30 AM to 9 PM
    Get directionsCallMenuWebsite

    Checked Oct 6 · Report a change

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How we rank

Nobody at Guide2 scores the food. The ranking adds up what Austin’s own judges have said in public: readers’ polls count most, then critics’ standing lists, then local press and food writers. Every point is numbered and listed under Sources below. The full method.

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Questions

What is the best BBQ in Austin?
LeRoy & Lewis. Finalist in Best of ATX 2026 for BBQ, voted by readers; One MICHELIN Star in the MICHELIN Guide. Interstellar BBQ and La Barbecue come next.
How many barbecue spots are in Austin?
157 are open in and around Austin as of October 2026, including Ali's BBQ, Alzer's Barbeque, Alzer's Bbq, B Cooper Barbecue, B. Cooper Barbecue and 152 more. Within a half-hour drive there are 60 more, in Taylor, San Marcos, Liberty Hill, Lockhart, Bastrop, Kyle, Dripping Springs, Georgetown, Spicewood, Lago Vista, Wimberley, Elgin, Hutto and Leander.
Which barbecue spots in Austin take reservations?
4 take online bookings: Dam-A, Hot Pot & Bbq Ayce - Austin Hotpot, Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar, The Salt Lick and The Salt Lick BBQ - Austin Airport. The rest are walk-in or by phone.
Where can I order BBQ online in Austin?
71 have online ordering on their own websites: Bill Miller Bar-B-Q, Bill Miller Bar-B-Q, Bill Miller Bar-B-Q, Bill Miller Bar-B-Q, Bill Miller Bar-B-Q, Bill Miller Bar-B-Q, Black's BBQ, Black's Barbecue Austin and 63 more.
Is Courson’s BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Courson’s BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Curly's Carolina, TX in Austin still open?
No. Curly's Carolina, TX has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Danny's BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Danny's BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Gordo’s Tortas & BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Gordo’s Tortas & BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Graceland Grocery in Austin still open?
No. Graceland Grocery has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Henry's Barbecue in Austin still open?
No. Henry's Barbecue has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Jan Chi Korean Cuisine & BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Jan Chi Korean Cuisine & BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Kerlin BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Kerlin BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Lazy G Bbq in Austin still open?
No. Lazy G Bbq has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Li Hot Pot and Bbq in Austin still open?
No. Li Hot Pot and Bbq has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Lonestar Jacks BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Lonestar Jacks BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Lucky's BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Lucky's BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Oakwood Bbq Catering in Austin still open?
No. Oakwood Bbq Catering has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Outback Steakhouse in Austin still open?
No. Outback Steakhouse has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Paw Paw's BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Paw Paw's BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Ray's BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Ray's BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Rocky Creek Bar BQ in Austin still open?
No. Rocky Creek Bar BQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Schmidt's Family Barbecue in Austin still open?
No. Schmidt's Family Barbecue has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Texas Rib Kings BBQ in Austin still open?
No. Texas Rib Kings BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is The Flaming Pit in Austin still open?
No. The Flaming Pit has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Is Wilhite's Bar B Que in Austin still open?
No. Wilhite's Bar B Que has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.

Sources

  1. 1Best of ATX, Best of ATX 2026: Readers’ Choice Winners - Austin Monthly Magazine, 2026. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.
  2. 2the MICHELIN Guide, https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/texas/austin_2958315/restaurants/1-star-michelin, 2026. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.
  3. 3the MICHELIN Guide, https://guide.michelin.com/ca/en/best-of/the-best-bbq-spots-in-austin-texas-michelin-guide, September 2026. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.
  4. 4The Infatuation, The 15 Best BBQ Spots in Austin - Austin, January 2022. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.
  5. 5the MICHELIN Guide, https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/texas/austin_2958315/restaurants/bib-gourmand, 2026. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.

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