Stubb's Bar-b-q

The BBQ here is really great - my most recent visit I had the one meat plate with brisket. The brisket had great flavor! The mac and cheese was also fantastic - so nice and cheesy! I have been to countless concerts over the years at this venue as well. The most recent show I saw was Eric Nam. The sound system and stage set up is great. There is plenty of room to stand to watch concerts. If you want a really good spot you like, opt for early entry when purchasing your tickets.

Homey, southern bbq place that sets the mood very well. They did a very good job with the setting planning. For starter, i ordered the spicy pollitos, which are bacon wrapped chicken nuggets basically. I'm not a fan of bacon but the bacon complemented the chicken very well and was delicious. I also ordered the combo platter with beef brisket, pork spare ribs, and pulled pork. The ribs disappointed because I had higher expectations from a Texas bbq place but the pulled pork and brisket were tender and delicious, brisket being the most tender. Also Mac and cheese and beans sides with corn bread. Mac and cheese was good while the beans and corn bread were ok. Corn bread was a bit dry and tasteless. Server kept coming over to ask if everything was good and if needed anything. Overall an enjoyable experience.

We actually came to Stubb's for the Alt-J concert and even though I have been here before, I did not know there was a restaurant upstairs. We ordered the $11 three item side platter. It was really good. We chose the fried okra, the fries and the cole slaw. The fries and the okra were hot and crispy. The coleslaw was more vinegar based and was not swimming in mayonnaise; this was a plus and was good enough for me. On the concert side the sound was really good. The security staff were unnecessarily unpleasant and threatening when I was just walking to the VIP section up the walkway.

A must visit if you are into BBQ. This place is an Austin landmark and had a deep history of BBQ and of live music. I have been many times and it never disappoints. Got the two meat plate with sliced brisket and smoked turkey. For sides got coleslaw and beans. The meats were cooked perfectly and the BBQ sauce complimented the flavors nicely. The beans were spicy just the way I like them. The coleslaw was very nice also. Service was excellent. Inside the place was rustic and clean. Very much enjoyed eating here!