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SLAB BBQ & Beer has cemented its reputation as one of the top BBQ joints in Austin, with a loyal following and a slew of accolades to its name. This modern BBQ restaurant is committed to serving up authentic, Texas-style 'cue, with a focus on high-quality meats smoked to perfection in their offset smoker using post oak. The menu boasts an array of mouth-watering options, including their signature brisket, which is often praised by reviewers for its tenderness and rich flavor, particularly when paired with their red sauce and Cheddar jalapeño bun. Other popular dishes include their green bean casserole, mac and cheese, and chicken pieces, which are consistently described as tender and fresh.

The restaurant's atmosphere is just as impressive as its cuisine, with original art adorning the walls and a lively vibe that's perfect for casual gatherings or special occasions. Visitors can enjoy their meal in the outdoor seating area, which is pet-friendly and offers a great spot to soak up the Austin atmosphere. SLAB BBQ & Beer also features a bar with a rotating selection of craft beers, as well as a sugar cane brand soda fountain for those looking for a unique drink option. With its stellar reputation, delicious food, and welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder that SLAB BBQ & Beer is often cited as one of the best BBQ spots in Austin, with many reviewers noting that it's a "bucket list stop" for any BBQ enthusiast. Whether you're a local or just visiting, SLAB BBQ & Beer is a must-visit destination that's sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

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5 Comments

Overall Rating ★★★★★ 5

Mark Miller (Google)

★★★★★

I was in Austin earlier this week with my nephew and we were visiting my brother who has lived in Austin for ~10 years. We were looking for a place for a late lunch after spending the morning at the range and my brother recommended this place. There were very few people inside and we were able to order right away. My nephew and I had the Chicken NWA sandwich and my brother got the ribs. We also shared an order of chicken nachos. My sandwich was very good - it wasn't pulled chicken, which I love but the chicken pieces/chunks were very tender and all the ingredients tasted fresh. My brother LOVES the ribs there and said that for him, Slab has the best ribs in Austin. I don't eat beef or pork so I can't attest to how good they are but I trust my brother's opinion so if he says they're the best, I would bet that they are. The nachos had lots of chicken on them and were very good. If I could make suggestions for them I would say to put more shredded cheese on them and leave them in the oven/broiler a bit longer so the chips get more browned (the chips had lots of queso on them and maybe a small amount of grated cheese but I think more grated cheese would make this appetizer even better). Oh, and offer guacamole to put on them. Very friendly service, the food was served quickly and everything was delicious. It's a dark interior, but I reckon that's good if you're gonna have bbq sauce all over your face and you don't want folks to see you in that condition. Oh, and the men's room is clean.

General Malice (Malice Media LLC.) (Google)

★★★★★

Seeing that I live in the north part of Austin when I come down to the highland Anderson area. I definitely love stopping at slabs. When I'm super hungry their portion sizes can fill you up no problem. Today me and the Mrs. Were medium hungry. If so, we decided to split some nachos with extra meat and the $2 extra charge for premium brisket. I also chose to get some banana pudding cuz I love the cookie that comes with it and it is delicious. This location, one of two remaining. The other being in the Brody Lane area. If you like pure sugar sodas you'll enjoy the sugar cane brand soda fountain. There is also, bottled Mexican sodas. There is also a bar with multiple drafts on tap as shown in my pictures. I did notice half price rib night is on Thursdays as well as some very cool merchandise and barbecue sauce around the front entrance area. There is definitely some really cool original art throughout the establishment. Plenty of space for at least 60 people and they offer discounts for military and veterans. If you get a chance to stop by slabs, you won't regret it

Shawn Jones (Google)

★★★★★

The food is always delicious, I have never been disappointed at either of their locations. I had the Texas O.G. with sliced brisket. I normally get the chopped brisket but thankfully decided to try it sliced this time. The brisket is really good, mixed with the red sauce and Cheddar jalapeño bun, pretty amazing. Unfortunately, I forgot to take a picture of my sandwich before digging in, but I did take a picture of my Live Oak Hefenweizen ðŸ¤ª

Matthew D'Auria (Google)

★★★★★

This place was awesome! Visited it on a Wednesday for lunch and I had the McDowell and buddy had the El Jefe. Both were delicious and the sides were also delicious. Don't sleep on the green bean casserole. Highly recommend.

Katie Black (Google)

★★★★★

My husband and I had to try this restaurant while we were visiting Austin over the weekend. We saw this restaurant on Diners, drive-in's and Dives. The bbq was on point and tender, we ordered the brisket sandwiches Mac n cheese , slaw and the banana pudding. Everything was amazing and so delicious, I wish they had a location in Houston!