Micklethwait Barbecue

$$ • Barbeque, Food Trucks

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About Micklethwait Barbecue

Micklethwait Barbecue is a highly regarded Austin restaurant known for its world-class Texas BBQ served out of a charming trailer with shaded outdoor picnic tables. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with a shaded backyard setting that provides a peaceful place to enjoy food and drinks under Texas trees. The restaurant offers exceptional meats, with the brisket being a standout—soft, flavorful, and melting in the mouth, often praised as the best brisket ever. Other popular meats include pulled lamb, giant beef ribs, and Czech sausage, all praised for their delicious flavor. The sides are a highlight, featuring elevated options such as jalapeño cheese grits, lemon poppyseed coleslaw, mac and cheese, braised cabbage, and potato salad, offering a refreshing departure from traditional BBQ sides. The restaurant also still serves chili frito pies. Inside and outside seating are available, making it easy to dine whether on a warm or cool day. While parking can be challenging on the neighborhood streets, the experience is well worth the drive. Micklethwait Barbecue is also known for catering events, with consistent praise for its hot, fresh, and flavorful food. Overall, it is a must-visit Austin treasure that delivers delicious BBQ in a friendly, neighborhood vibe.

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Micklethwait Barbecue Reviews

4.7
536 ratings
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Food
4.8
Atmosphere
4.8
Service
4.8

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Great spot, friendly people. Get some of everything. Nothing disappoints.
Excellent bbq and very warm and welcoming staff!
I don't know how they do this but the brisket sandwich and the French dip au jus are just outrageously tasty. Where are they finding these flavors? How are they flavors that apparently don't exist anywhere else in the world? Micklethwait must have a portal to another dimension from whence they source this magical bbq and I'm thankful to have discovered it.

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 11AM - 9PM
Friday 11AM - 9PM
Saturday 11AM - 9PM
Sunday 11AM - 9PM
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