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LEGENDARYBRISKET KINGLINE REQUIRED
Franklin Barbecue
East Austin, East Austin·$$·Est. 2009
9.9847 reviews
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Best Brisket in Austin
The king of Texas BBQ. Central Texas brisket is defined by its mahogany bark, deep smoke ring, and fat that renders to a silky, almost buttery consistency. A proper brisket takes 12–18 hours at 250–275°F over post oak. The result is meat that needs no sauce, no apology — just a slice of white bread and a moment of silence.
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Brisket: A BBQ Atlas Original
The king of Texas BBQ. Central Texas brisket is defined by its mahogany bark, deep smoke ring, and fat that renders to a silky, almost buttery consistency. A proper brisket takes 12–18 hours at 250–275°F over post oak. The result is meat that needs no sauce, no apology — just a slice of white bread and a moment of silence.
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What is Brisket?
The king of Texas BBQ. Central Texas brisket is defined by its mahogany bark, deep smoke ring, and fat that renders to a silky, almost buttery consistency. A proper brisket takes 12–18 hours at 250–275°F over post oak. The result is meat that needs no sauce, no apology — just a slice of white bread and a moment of silence.
Where can I find the best brisket in BBQ Atlas?
Franklin Barbecue tops our BBQ Atlas brisket ranking.
How many BBQ Atlas restaurants serve brisket?
We've ranked 11 BBQ Atlas restaurants for their brisket.
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