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Terry Black's Barbecue

+1 512-394-5899
1003 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704 United States of America
Open Today: 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM

Amenities

Service options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
Highlights
  • Fast service
Popular for
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
Dining options
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
Amenities
  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
Atmosphere
  • Casual
  • Trendy
Crowd
  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Planning
  • Usually a wait
Payments
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
Children
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
Parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Best WLM Reviews

We had heard about this place before visiting and made sure to stop by. It’s a very busy BBQ place with great food.
We tried the brisket and beef ribs. The brisket was tender, juicy, seasoned and just perfect. I loved it. The beef rib was an experience. Large and juicy. Not as good as the brisket, but still good.
Sides wise I was a little disappointed. I had the mac and cheese, pinto beans and peach cobbler. The mac and cheese was pretty good but not great. The pinto beans weren’t my favorite. I didn’t care for the flavor of the sauce. The peach cobbler was delicious.
My favorite part was touring the pit. The pit master was super gracious and friendly. It was cool to see the process. They do it all old school which I totally respect.
I highly recommend visiting. It was great.
My only complaint was the noise but that’s the kind of place it is. Loud, fun, energetic. Don’t expect decent conversation.
This was definitely a must while in Austin! The food was definitely worth the wait. Brisket was nice and smoky, ribs fell off the bone, BBQ sauce ???? The portion was huge and I had enough for 2 more meals! The line was super long on Memorial Day weekend but moved pretty constantly. I would definitely go here again.
Dang, this is good eating.
Place is obviously very famous. You see people taking pictures with the signs. Expectations were high, and it definitely exceeded those expectations!
Showed up on a Sunday afternoon, and the line was wrapped around the building. We decided to skip it and go out for pizza. The next day, we went back for my father's birthday, and we got right in, though it was still very busy. But man, this food was some of the best I've had in Texas hands down. I'm still thinking about it a week later, and I'll definitely be back!
If you’re visiting Austin and looking for the best BBQ in town, Terry Black’s BBQ should be at the top of your list. Having tried all the BBQ options at this place, I can confidently say their brisket and beef ribs are perfection. The brisket is tender and juicy, while the beef ribs are packed with flavor. Don’t miss out on their sausage and pork ribs either—they’re equally impressive. Terry Black’s BBQ is a must-try for any BBQ enthusiast visiting Austin!
We loved our barbecue meal at Terry Black’s! The line was long, but it moved quickly and it was nice to get a cold beer while waiting in line. We ordered the brisket, pork ribs and cheese sausage with mac & cheese, coleslaw, and beans & rice as sides. I don’t know why no one has mentioned the beans and rice in their reviews. They were phenomenal! The brisket was delicious as was the sausage. Don’t bother with the pork ribs stick with the beef ribs. The mac & cheese was also really good . Definitely hit up Terry Black’s if you are in Austin!
I'd give this place fifty stars if I could! If you're on the hunt for incredible BBQ, Terry Black's is THE place to go! The line gets long during busy times but it moves pretty fast! Brisket, beef ribs, pork ribs, turkey... it's all phenomenal!! You won't be disappointed! ????????????
What a place!! We went on a weekday with the whole family. Parking is definitely an issue, it's full and a little tight to maneuver, so we had to park close by and walk to the restaurant. Once inside it is an adventure, there's a long line but moves fast. The employees greet you with a smile, there's so much to try... They have an order to their madness, even tho the restaurant is full, they are organized and you go through the process fast. EVERYTHING is great! Usually I don't say this but you can order anything you like and it will be awesome. It's a little pricey but it's worth it. Come hungry leave happy, this is a must if in Texas.
The food is worth the wait and your money. Their brisket is the best I have ever tasted, super moist with the right flavors. Their beef rib is also moist and tender. The turkey is also tasty. The pork ribs were alright, but you should save your belly for the other tasty stuffs. Definitely get their mac n cheese, potato salad, and cream corn to compliment with the good meats.

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Opening Hours

Monday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
Friday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM

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