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Lamberts Downtown Barbecue is one of bbq.

1. Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

8.6
401 W 2nd St (at Guadalupe St), Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · Downtown Austin · 301 tips and reviews

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: Fragrant barbecue smoke and soulful blues waft over the roof of this 19th-century brick edifice. It's noisy. It's fun. And that's just the way the crowd likes it. The fried pies are not to be missed. Read more.

Franklin Barbecue is one of bbq.

2. Franklin Barbecue

9.1
900 E 11th St (at Branch St), Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · 352 tips and reviews

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: You'd better circle the wagons early if you want to snag some of Franklin's world-famous brisket. It has a smoky and spicy bark, a deep smoke ring, and is exceedingly moist and tender. Perfection. Read more.