Brisket
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In short
Austin's famous East Side barbecue, listed in the MICHELIN Guide since it began covering Texas in 2024. Brisket is the reason people queue for hours or pre-order. It is closed on Mondays.
Franklin Barbecue is a Texas barbecue restaurant at 900 East 11th Street on the East Side of Austin, listed in the Michelin Guide since the guide began covering Texas in 2024. It suits barbecue fans who will queue for hours for brisket, or plan ahead with a pre-order. The Texas State Capitol is a short ride or about 20 minutes on foot away.
Brisket, ribs and smoked meats by weight
Smoked meats sold by weight. Brisket from USDA Prime beef is the headline. Pork ribs and pulled pork come from heritage Duroc pigs, and turkey, sausage and a shredded beef sandwich complete the list. Sides are simple: potato salad, coleslaw, beans and pickles. A generous plate for two adds up quickly at top Texas barbecue prices.
Waiting times and the queue before opening
Anywhere from under an hour on a quiet day to three or four hours, even on some weekdays. The line forms well before the 11:00 opening. Bring a chair or borrow one of the loaners the restaurant provides, and pack water and sunscreen. Treat it as a long, relaxed late breakfast.
To skip the wait, place a pre-order online for a timed pickup slot. Pre-orders open well ahead and fill quickly, so check franklinbbq.com for the current rules.
Holiday closures, shipping and catering
Plan around the holiday calendar: the restaurant closes on 26 and 27 November and from 25 to 28 December, and opens on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. If you cannot make it to Austin, Franklin ships barbecue across the United States through Goldbelly, and sauces, rubs and merchandise are sold online. E-gift cards work in the restaurant and for pre-orders but not for shipped orders. Franklin Backyard, at 2027 Anchor Lane in Austin, is the team's private event space, and Uptown is a sister bar and restaurant in East Austin. The restaurant phone is +1 512-653-1187.
Sources: Franklin Barbecue official site. Facts checked November 2026.
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HoursSun - 11:00–sold out
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday11:00–sold out
- Wednesday11:00–sold out
- Thursday11:00–sold out
- Friday11:00–sold out
- Saturday11:00–sold out
- Sunday11:00–sold out
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