What People Are Saying About Salt Lick Bbq
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In Short – The wooden tables and benches outside are lined with locals treating out-of-town guests to a real taste of Texas. The native stone and cedar building, like the food itself, is rustic and welcoming. The dark-banded brisket is moist and tender, the pork ribs are lean, the turkey breast stands up to its meaty competitors and a slightly sweet BBQ sauce finishes with a hint of honey mustard. You can order family-style, by the plate or sandwich.
07/18/09
Not worth the hype!
by Martyn
Drove up from Houston because of the hype surrounding this place. The location, including the scenic drive are great. The building itself is pretty cool. I was having a great time until the food arrived.
Sides - Dry and in editable. The beans where hard, the colslaw had saw too much celery and the potato salad was like nothing I'd ever had.
Meat - The ribs are not baby backs so beware. Personal choice but I like my ribs saucy, tender and not fatty. Salt Lick's were none of the above. The brisket and turkey where tasty at first but very dry.
Also - no credit card ($2.50 for ATM), min charge of $5, 15% charge for parties 8+ and various other rules.
- Pros: Locations and general setting outstanding
- Cons: Food was simple aweful
07/10/09
great place for after tubing
by elinaeth07
My friends and I always enjoy coming here after a fun day of floating the river. They let you bring in your own cooler and the food is great so you should definitely check it out
04/24/09
Arguably the Best BBQ Near Austin
by KIDA26
Best meat near Austin hands down. The ribs are huge and very tender. Ask for the spicy BBQ, it's not too hot and it's way better than their original sauce. Don't bother with the sides, just get a sampling of all the meats. Great stuff.
- Pros: The Ribs are Amazing, All the Meats, Spicy BBQ Sauce
- Cons: Awful Side Dishes, BYOB, Far Away
The Details on Salt Lick Bbq
The Extras:
Thanks to one of the few open-pit barbecues left in central Texas, you can see the meat smoking over the handmade stone ring.
Save Time:
The drive to Driftwood is easy, but the Salt Lick also ships to any address in the U.S.
Know Before You Go:
Remember that this popular joint is B.Y.O.B.--so stock up on your way out there to take in some booze with the scenery, especially if there is a wait.
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