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Franklin Barbecue

Restaurant · Barbecue

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Austin's barbecue destination, Michelin Bib Gourmand-charted and worth building a day around.

Franklin Barbecue is the kind of place that defines Austin's barbecue culture—serious, smoke-driven cooking that's earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand and the trust of anyone who'll roam across Texas for the real thing. Worth the detour, every time.

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Charted by Michelin Guide· Last verified 2026-07-11