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La Barbecue

9.0Friend Score / 10

#2 of 15 Restaurants in Austin

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Known forfood traileroutdoor seatingBYOBsell-out daily
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A fierce local rival to Franklin, La Barbecue is beloved by Austinites for its beef ribs, brisket, and pulled pork served from a trailer on East Cesar Chavez. The beef rib — a massive dinosaur-sized bone — is the signature order and sells out fast. Lines are long but typically shorter than Franklin's, and the vibe is relaxed and community-oriented with picnic tables and cold beer.

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Last verifiedJuly 16, 2026

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9.0/10
  • Value8.5
  • iconic9.0
  • excellence9.0
  • Crowd level8.5
  • Authenticity9.5
  • Accessibility6.5
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Last reviewed July 16, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.