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Franklin Barbecue — BBQ in Austin, TX

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Franklin Barbecue is at 900 E 11th Street in Austin, TX 78702. The restaurant started as a small barbecue trailer opened on the side of an interstate in 2009, and Aaron Franklin is the pitmaster. Brisket is the signature item, and it costs $42 by the pound. The menu also covers pork spare ribs, pulled pork, turkey, and sausage. Franklin Barbecue opens at 11am Tuesday through Sunday and stays open until sold out.

  • Franklin Barbecue is at 900 E 11th Street in Austin, TX 78702.
  • Franklin Barbecue is closed Monday.
  • Franklin Barbecue is open Tuesday through Sunday, with the doors opening at 11 AM.
  • The menu covers brisket, pork spare ribs, pulled pork, and turkey in half-pound servings, plus sausage by the link.
  • The menu lists House Sausage and Jalapeno Sausage, one link each.
  • Franklin Barbecue opened in 2009.
  • The business started as a small barbecue trailer opened on the side of an interstate.
  • The pitmaster is Aaron Franklin.
  • The brisket is smoked.
  • Franklin Barbecue opens at 11am and stays open until it is sold out.
  • Brisket is priced at $42 by the pound.
  • A whole brisket is $42 by the pound and comes either hot or chilled.
  • A whole brisket has an approximate weight of five pounds and is also available for preorder.
  • Pork spare ribs are priced at $34 by the pound.
  • Pulled pork goes for $32 by the pound on the menu.
  • Turkey is priced at $32 by the pound.
  • Sausage is $6 per link or $26 by the pound.
  • Jalapeño cheddar sausage is $6 per link or $26 by the pound.
  • Beef rib is $44 by the pound and is available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
  • A brisket sandwich costs $21 on the menu.
  • A pulled pork sandwich costs $16 on the menu.
  • A turkey sandwich is priced at $16.
  • The Tipsy Texan sandwich costs $18 on the menu.
  • A chopped beef sandwich costs $9 on the menu.

FAQ

Where is Franklin Barbecue?

Franklin Barbecue is at 900 E 11th Street in Austin, TX 78702.

What should I order at Franklin Barbecue?

The documented signature item is brisket.

How much is brisket at Franklin Barbecue?

Brisket is $42 by the pound at Franklin Barbecue. A whole brisket is also $42 by the pound, sold hot or chilled at an approximate weight of five pounds. A brisket sandwich is $21 on the menu.

When does Franklin Barbecue sell out?

Franklin Barbecue runs Tuesday through Sunday from 11am and stays open until sold out.