Close-up of hands carefully slicing smoked brisket at Franklin Barbecue

Central Texas barbecue. Smoked slow, served until it’s gone.

Brisket, ribs, sausage, and sides—by the pound, Tuesday through Sunday in East Austin.

Barbecue sauce poured over freshly smoked meats on a cutting board at Franklin Barbecue

The Craft

Post oak, patience, and premium cuts

Every brisket starts with careful sourcing. We cook whole animals over post oak in offset smokers—no shortcuts, no gas, no wrapping until the meat tells us it’s time. That’s why we serve until we sell out, and why the line forms early.

It takes 12–18 hours to smoke a brisket right. We think that wait is worth it—and so do the people in line.

Visit

Come hungry, plan ahead

We serve until the food’s gone—that’s how it works when everything is cooked fresh daily. The earlier you arrive, the better your chances.

Hours

Tuesday–Sunday, 11 AM until sold out. Closed Monday.

Location

900 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702. East Austin, between Branch and Waller.

The Experience

Dine in at communal tables, or take your tray to the patio. Takeout is always available. The line is part of the experience—bring friends.

Inside Franklin Barbecue — warm lighting, communal wooden tables, and wood-paneled walls

Beyond the Counter

Can’t make it to Austin? We’ve got you.

Franklin Barbecue reaches farther than our smokers. Ship it, gift it, wear it, or gather at Franklin Backyard for your next event.

Ship Nationwide

Full brisket, ribs, and sausage shipped through Goldbelly. Arrives ready to reheat and serve.

E-Gift Cards

Send a digital gift card by text or email. Good for restaurant visits, merch, and preorders.

Private Events

Franklin Backyard hosts weddings, corporate meals, and parties. Staffed catering with the full menu.

Merchandise

Hats, shirts, sauces, and rubs. Take a piece of Franklin home with you.

Packaged whole brisket on a stainless steel prep table, ready for shipping

FAQ

Common questions

A full tray of Franklin Barbecue brisket, sausage, bread, and sides enjoyed on a porch

Your tray is waiting

Whether you’re in line at 11 AM or ordering from across the country, there’s a way to get Franklin on your table.