Greatest BBQ in Austin of All Time
Terry Black's Barbecue or Franklin Barbecue
Pick Your Favorite
VS
Your GOAT List
Why This Battle Matters
Is it possible to distill the soul of Austin's BBQ culture into a single battle? Terry Black's Barbecue, with its traditional approach, goes brisket-to-brisket with Franklin Barbecue, the trendsetter that transformed a mere meal into a ritual. This isn't just about whose smoker burns brighter; it's a clash over the heart of culinary heritage. Will fans endorse the comfort of time-honored techniques or the thrill of innovation that queues up at dawn? The stakes? Bragging rights and the power to say who leads and who follows in redefining what makes Austin the capital of smoked meats.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Terry Black's Barbecue over Franklin Barbecue when it comes to the greatest BBQ in Austin of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Terry Black's Barbecue 75.0% of the time over Franklin Barbecue.
Across all battles:
Terry Black's Barbecue win rate: 58.8%
Franklin Barbecue win rate: 43.8%
Fan FAQs
Who's the number one contender in the Greatest BBQ in Austin of All Time league?
The top contender is actually Rudy's Country Store & BBQ. They've mastered the art of crowd-pleasing with their perfect blend of casual atmosphere and seriously good eats. Curious about how the rest stack up? Check out the full GOAT List.
What makes Franklin Barbecue so popular despite trailing in this matchup?
Franklin Barbecue has a cult following mainly because of their legendary slow-smoked meats that people queue hours for. Their dedication to quality and Aaron Franklin’s star power keep fans coming back and cheering for them, even when the polls are tough.
Why is Terry Black's Barbecue dominating over Franklin Barbecue in the Greatest BBQ in Austin of All Time league?
Terry Black's is sweeping the floor with a massive lead thanks to their consistently mouth-watering brisket and a loyal fan base that swears by their no-frills, all-flavor approach. They've become a go-to spot for both tourists and locals, which really tips the scales in these fan votes.