Austin · East Austin

la Barbecue

Name: la Barbecue
Address: Austin, TX, US
Price range: $$

#7 in AustinBarbecue$$

Awards

4.4

★1 Michelin Star

What People Are Saying

“Went on a Friday about 2:30, and it was less busy than usual so I got served right away! I ordered brisket, pork ribs, chipotle sausage (house made), black beans and shells with cheese. The brisket and pork ribs were insane! I 100% recommend. You can...”

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KEYE · 1 month ago

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Las Vegas Weekly · 6 months ago

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Ali Clem

Head Chef

Ali Clem is the James Beard recognized chef and owner of la Barbecue in Austin, Texas. A Texas native from Fort Worth, she entered the restaurant industry at eighteen and has devoted her career to Texas-style smoked barbecue. She carries on the legacy she built with her late wife, LeAnn Mueller.

What to Order

Brisket

The undisputed anchor of the menu. arrive early or order ahead since it sells out most days, especially by mid-afternoon.

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