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Willie's Bar-B-Que

Barbecue · Austin

4.3 · 360 reviews Google

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www.williesbarbque.org

About Willie's Bar-B-Que

En Willie's Bar-B-Que, te damos la bienvenida a un rincón de Austin donde el auténtico sabor del barbecue se encuentra con la hospitalidad sureña. Nuestra especialidad son las carnes ahumadas a la perfección y nuestras salchichas boudin, elaboradas con recetas regionales que te transportarán directa...

En Willie's Bar-B-Que, te damos la bienvenida a un rincón de Austin donde el auténtico sabor del barbecue se encuentra con la hospitalidad sureña. Nuestra especialidad son las carnes ahumadas a la perfección y nuestras salchichas boudin, elaboradas con recetas regionales que te transportarán directamente al corazón de Texas. Ven a disfrutar de una experiencia culinaria informal y deliciosa, ¡te esperamos con los brazos abiertos!

What Customers Say About Willie's Bar-B-Que

Willie's Bar-B-Que is a local favorite known for its tender brisket, ribs, and sides like mac and cheese and potato salad. Customers praise the friendly staff and old-school BBQ atmosphere. Some find the sandwiches pricey or the food too salty.

Popular Dishes

brisket (11) ribs (6) potato salad (5) sausage (5) Mac and cheese peach cobbler beans (3) chopped beef sandwich (3)

Best For

Families Locals Tourists Casual

Tip: Order the brisket and ribs, and don't miss the green beans. Be aware that some customers have found the food to be salty.

Features

🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner
🎯 Casual 👨‍👩‍👧 Family 👥 Groups

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Frequently asked questions about Willie's Bar-B-Que

Willie's Bar-B-Que is located at 4505 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78721, Austin.
Willie's Bar-B-Que offers barbecue cuisine.
Willie's Bar-B-Que has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Willie's Bar-B-Que offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
The most recommended dishes at Willie's Bar-B-Que based on customer reviews are: brisket, ribs, potato salad, sausage, Mac and cheese.
Willie's Bar-B-Que is ideal for families, locals, tourists, casual dining.
Willie's Bar-B-Que is a local favorite known for its tender brisket, ribs, and sides like mac and cheese and potato salad. Customers praise the friendly staff and old-school BBQ atmosphere. Some find the sandwiches pricey or the food too salty.
Order the brisket and ribs, and don't miss the green beans. Be aware that some customers have found the food to be salty.
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Willie's Bar-B-Que Austin Reviews

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corpus FUSION

This BBQ place is a throwback to my childhood in the 70s/80s. The food, service, and ambience is how true BBQ restaurants was once were. All the BBQ meat has one main ingredient that makes BBQ, BBQ. Smoke. The spare ribs, sausage, brisket, and chop beef all have the smoky flavor. Please try Willie’s BBQ, and taste the era of BBQ that lead BBQ to what is today. And most of all support local restaurants and businesses. It’s what makes our city great.

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Monna Coleman

First time visitor, HOWEVER, WON’T BE MY LAST TIME!!! The people were very friendly! I ordered the sausage and ribs, with beans and potato salad, with Mac and cheese! Plus, a piece of coconut to me cake! Everything was on point!! My new favorite bar b que spot!

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Katherine Garcia-Romero

Willies BBQ was worth the wait, while our good friend and his family worked hard to keep their dad’s cooking legacy alive. If you want some amazing food, we recommend you stop in and taste a little of everything. It’s worth the drive folks!!

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David Pancake

Amazing food, tender and juicy brisket. The sausages were excellent in flavor. Love the beans to, not sweet at all. Best of all peach cobbler was 🔥🔥. Definitely recommend this spot. The decor is definitely old school but brings an authenticity to it all.

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Stephen Trevino

Just got the brisket, sausage, boudin with side of beans, potato salad and a little cake slice for dessert. Super friendly cashier and the the proprietor himself was back on the line cutting and portioning the meats. Everything is so tender and seasoned and smoked perfectly. Meal came with white bread and some pickles and onions. A great value for the price and I will definitely be back to try some more of the menu. A great spot that everyone should go to. 👍

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Kymberli Chandra

My husband and I were in from NC for the 2020 New Year. I asked around about BBQ and was told about this gem. Felt right at home. Mr. Willie himself was in his establishment. The food was EXCELLENT & TENDER!!!!

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Aaron

Haven't lived in the area long but found this place through a Google Search. Easily the best BBQ I've had, definitely worth the price plus the atmosphere is very family familiar, you'll step in here and feel like someone is fixing your plate at a cookout. Thank you guys!!

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Fabian Mantilla

Wonderful staff and even better BBQ from an established local place in east Austin. Brisket was moist, delicious, with an excellent flavor, sausage was great and the ribs were amazing. If you are in Austin or nearby and you are looking for good BBQ I definitely recommend this place you will not regret it!

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Patricia Bedford

I've had the bbq here when they were in a food trailer in Pflugerville and the quality is still top notch. Had the brisket sandwhich and a side of sausage. Both excellent.

corpus FUSION
corpus FUSION

This BBQ place is a throwback to my childhood in the 70s/80s. The food, service, and ambience is how true BBQ restaurants was once were. All the BBQ meat has one main ingredient that makes BBQ, BBQ. Smoke. The spare ribs, sausage, brisket, and chop beef all have the smoky flavor. Please try Willie’s BBQ, and taste the era of BBQ that lead BBQ to what is today. And most of all support local restaurants and businesses. It’s what makes our city great.

Monna Coleman
Monna Coleman

First time visitor, HOWEVER, WON’T BE MY LAST TIME!!! The people were very friendly! I ordered the sausage and ribs, with beans and potato salad, with Mac and cheese! Plus, a piece of coconut to me cake! Everything was on point!! My new favorite bar b que spot!

Katherine Garcia-Romero
Katherine Garcia-Romero

Willies BBQ was worth the wait, while our good friend and his family worked hard to keep their dad’s cooking legacy alive. If you want some amazing food, we recommend you stop in and taste a little of everything. It’s worth the drive folks!!

David Pancake
David Pancake

Amazing food, tender and juicy brisket. The sausages were excellent in flavor. Love the beans to, not sweet at all. Best of all peach cobbler was 🔥🔥. Definitely recommend this spot. The decor is definitely old school but brings an authenticity to it all.

Stephen Trevino
Stephen Trevino

Just got the brisket, sausage, boudin with side of beans, potato salad and a little cake slice for dessert. Super friendly cashier and the the proprietor himself was back on the line cutting and portioning the meats. Everything is so tender and seasoned and smoked perfectly. Meal came with white bread and some pickles and onions. A great value for the price and I will definitely be back to try some more of the menu. A great spot that everyone should go to. 👍

Kymberli Chandra
Kymberli Chandra

My husband and I were in from NC for the 2020 New Year. I asked around about BBQ and was told about this gem. Felt right at home. Mr. Willie himself was in his establishment. The food was EXCELLENT & TENDER!!!!

Aaron
Aaron

Haven't lived in the area long but found this place through a Google Search. Easily the best BBQ I've had, definitely worth the price plus the atmosphere is very family familiar, you'll step in here and feel like someone is fixing your plate at a cookout. Thank you guys!!

Fabian Mantilla
Fabian Mantilla

Wonderful staff and even better BBQ from an established local place in east Austin. Brisket was moist, delicious, with an excellent flavor, sausage was great and the ribs were amazing. If you are in Austin or nearby and you are looking for good BBQ I definitely recommend this place you will not regret it!

Patricia Bedford
Patricia Bedford

I've had the bbq here when they were in a food trailer in Pflugerville and the quality is still top notch. Had the brisket sandwhich and a side of sausage. Both excellent.

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Megan Taylor

I highly recommend Willie’s! You know it’s going to be good when you pull in and can smell the bbq from inside the car. The food came out reasonably fast after we ordered, it was fresh, hot and delicious. The brisket sandwich and the mac and cheese were amazing. All the staff were friendly and kind. I loved the casual atmosphere and definitely felt at home here.

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Jeff Ebner

The BBQ is great! I had the pork ribs, brisket, beans, and potato salad. I highly recommend this place. No sauce is needed, the meat can stand for itself. The pork ribs are out of this world! Can’t wait until I get back to eat more!

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Brandon Esparza

Brisket was outstanding. And I felt the bbq sauce was just the right amount savory/sweet with just a touch of heat.

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Corporate Savage

Do not hesitate, old school chopped beef and the brisket is the truth!! 🤯💯

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Mark Noyer

Without a question the best brisket I've had in Austin. The Mac and cheese was incredible. The potato salad was incredible. The lady at the counter was very nice and the cook was also great. If you're tired of overpriced and unseasoned BBQ, check out Willie's.

Brandon Esparza
Brandon Esparza

Brisket was outstanding. And I felt the bbq sauce was just the right amount savory/sweet with just a touch of heat.

Jeff Ebner
Jeff Ebner

The BBQ is great! I had the pork ribs, brisket, beans, and potato salad. I highly recommend this place. No sauce is needed, the meat can stand for itself. The pork ribs are out of this world! Can’t wait until I get back to eat more!

Mark Noyer
Mark Noyer

Without a question the best brisket I've had in Austin. The Mac and cheese was incredible. The potato salad was incredible. The lady at the counter was very nice and the cook was also great. If you're tired of overpriced and unseasoned BBQ, check out Willie's.

Meme W
Meme W

We came from OKC to Austin and was on the hunt for some good bbq! So happy to stumble upon Willie’s bbq! Great food and staff! The brisket and ribs were the best I’ve had in years and the green beans are a must have!

TONY NICE
TONY NICE

Smashed the chopped beef sandwich. Insane how it tasted better after every bite. The corn melted in my mouth. That ain’t never happened before. The peach cobbler slapped the hell out of my Grandma! Only thing that would elevate this place is some homemade sweet tea. Other than that, 10/10, recommend!

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Max Goldstein

You walk in, you know the food is gonna be great, which it was. Would recommend a 2 meat plate. Ribs were really good fell off the bone. Brisket was really good and juicy, but left me wanting a little more of a top rim with all the seasonings on. Overall would recommend! Very good deserts as well. Tried peach cobbler and banana pudding.

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Tejas Richard

Good, old fashioned, Texas BBQ...no more, no less. When you newbies get tired of standing in line for an $18 rib, come to Willie's and discover what old-school locals have known for years.

Max Goldstein
Max Goldstein

You walk in, you know the food is gonna be great, which it was. Would recommend a 2 meat plate. Ribs were really good fell off the bone. Brisket was really good and juicy, but left me wanting a little more of a top rim with all the seasonings on. Overall would recommend! Very good deserts as well. Tried peach cobbler and banana pudding.

Tejas Richard
Tejas Richard

Good, old fashioned, Texas BBQ...no more, no less. When you newbies get tired of standing in line for an $18 rib, come to Willie's and discover what old-school locals have known for years.

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AUL “ChosenQueenA1” Harris

This is some good BBQ, BUT $14 for a sandwich should have enough meat for two. Can't miss em on the taste. You will pay for it though😏

AUL “ChosenQueenA1” Harris
AUL “ChosenQueenA1” Harris

This is some good BBQ, BUT $14 for a sandwich should have enough meat for two. Can't miss em on the taste. You will pay for it though😏

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Kevin B

1st time here, Ordered for pickup, wasn't busy (I was the only one there, order was wrong. Ordered brisket sandwich and chopped beef sandwich, received the brisket but the chopped was a sausage sandwich instead. Brisket was tender (half of it, other half was fat) but too salty for my taste. Love discovering new little restaurants, sadly left a tip but can't say I'll go back here anytime soon or at all.

Kevin B
Kevin B

1st time here, Ordered for pickup, wasn't busy (I was the only one there, order was wrong. Ordered brisket sandwich and chopped beef sandwich, received the brisket but the chopped was a sausage sandwich instead. Brisket was tender (half of it, other half was fat) but too salty for my taste. Love discovering new little restaurants, sadly left a tip but can't say I'll go back here anytime soon or at all.

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Yvonne Williams

This restaurant has gone down in their quality of food. Lots y leftover meats. Sausage should be fresh dairy. Stop overcooking, it is better to run out and make people come back for more than to serve leftovers, especially BBQ. only meat that should be used the next day is brisket for chopped beef🤔

Yvonne Williams
Yvonne Williams

This restaurant has gone down in their quality of food. Lots y leftover meats. Sausage should be fresh dairy. Stop overcooking, it is better to run out and make people come back for more than to serve leftovers, especially BBQ. only meat that should be used the next day is brisket for chopped beef🤔

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M. Andre'

Do not eat here. I had a family member order food here recently and got sick after eating the food.

Paula
Paula

The Potato salad was unacceptable ....The ribs were salty and tough and the brisket although tender had too much rub on . ..We spent almost 50.00 for a sub par meal.... I will not go back.. The food was not worth it...If I could give no stars for the food I would..

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4505 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78721

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Good Rating
4.3/5 stars
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360 reviews
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Moderate Price
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barbecue
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Services

🍽️ Lunch
🍾 Dinner
🍰 Desserts
🥡 Takeout
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Verified by owner
🕐 Hours Today
11AM-8PM
Rating
4.3/5
💬 Reviews
360
💰 Price Level
$$
⏱️ Typical Visit
People typically spend 10 min to 1 hr here
📞 Phone
+1 512-300-0711
🌐 Website
www.williesbarbque.org
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