Live oaks shade the roads into Spicewood, and the drive already feels like a Hill Country reset.
Opie's Barbecue draws lake crowds, the kind of place where brisket and ribs are a shared language. Get in line, then build a tray that can handle a cold drink and a long conversation.
It's All Good BBQ gives you another option when the day is more casual. Look for smoked sausage, and keep an eye on what sells out first. Texas BBQ tastes best here when you leave time to wander down to the water after you eat.
