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Barbecued meats, including signature beef ribs, & specialty sauces in a historic former iron shop.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 100 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 478-4855
Website: http://ironworksbbq.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: spotapps.co
Order: Order online
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Iron Works Barbecue – Austin, TX
Welcome to our restaurant, where Texas roots meet slow-smoked perfection. Housed in a former blacksmith tin building that once served as the Weigl family’s …
Food Menu – Iron Works Barbecue
Sliced Beef. $24.95 ; Chopped Beef Plate. $24.95 ; Pulled Pork. $23.95 ; Beef Ribs (3). $59.95 ; Jr. Beef Ribs (2). $40.95.
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Reviews
Ashley Hutcherson
Had lunch at Iron Works BBQ in Austin and it did not disappoint! They serve truly authentic Texas BBQ – the brisket was tender, smoky, and packed with flavor. The portions were generous, and the sides hit the spot, but the real surprise was the cobbler – sweet, warm, and the perfect way to end the meal. Cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and food that speaks for itself. Definitely a must-try when in Austin!
… moreScott Hobin
Had a fantastic lunch here and went with the Chicken Plate perfectly smoked, juicy, and full of flavor. The sides hit the spot, especially the slaw and corn. Service was friendly and fast, and the whole place has that authentic Austin BBQ charm. Great food, great vibe, definitely worth a stop!
… moreSteve Reed
Great barbecue spot in downtown Austin. Atmosphere was cool and the service fast. Food was great. Could decide who got the sampler platter. My favorites were the brisket and the sausage but it was all really good.
… moreYasenny Camejo
The takeout order was less than acceptable bbq. The meat was over cooked, the beans were tasteless and the Mac and cheese had a hair in it.
Customer service wise first the staff was behind the counter and didn’t really greet me.
I was asked for my ID when I approached the staff. Then was questioned on what I ordered. I checked the order and the portions were very very small. I wouldn’t recommend this place.
… moreCustomer service wise first the staff was behind the counter and didn’t really greet me.
I was asked for my ID when I approached the staff. Then was questioned on what I ordered. I checked the order and the portions were very very small. I wouldn’t recommend this place.
Paul K
The brisket was bone dry. Pulled pork was weird, kind of sour taste, tried a few bites but that was it.
The cream corn and slaw were excellent.
The service was good and the place looks like the old school BBQ joint. Really hope that my food was bad just because it was late in the day. But won’t be coming back for sure.
… moreThe cream corn and slaw were excellent.
The service was good and the place looks like the old school BBQ joint. Really hope that my food was bad just because it was late in the day. But won’t be coming back for sure.
Priscilla Báez
Visited on a Friday night and was surprised the place wasn’t full for a BBQ restaurant. Unfortunately, the food explained why.
The baked beans looked and tasted like they came straight out of a can. The bread was being taken right out of the plastic bag, which makes it obvious there’s no real effort in the food. The mac and cheese looked microwaved, honestly, Kraft’s version tastes better. And the meat was completely tasteless, which is the biggest disappointment for a BBQ spot.
Save your time and money and go somewhere else.
To the owners: please cook with love so it shows in the food. Very disappointed.
… moreThe baked beans looked and tasted like they came straight out of a can. The bread was being taken right out of the plastic bag, which makes it obvious there’s no real effort in the food. The mac and cheese looked microwaved, honestly, Kraft’s version tastes better. And the meat was completely tasteless, which is the biggest disappointment for a BBQ spot.
Save your time and money and go somewhere else.
To the owners: please cook with love so it shows in the food. Very disappointed.
Stuart Craven
Had a BBQ plate and it was very good . Nice staff and cool atmosphere. Right in the heart of the city which is building all around this little place.
… moreed derube
I got the sampler (ate half before the photo). Tasted great! The interior has an older vibe or is older. It sticks out with all the new development around it but makes the bbq seem more authentic.
… moreLuis Francisco González
Visited Iron Works hoping for an authentic Texas barbecue experience and I was not disappointed.
The restaurant is an easy walk from the convention center if you’re there for work, and the counter service made getting our food a relatively quick and easy process.
The building itself has a wonderful rustic feel and appearance that isn’t contrived, as it’s actually in a historic iron works building; this definitely adds to the charm. Seating is plentiful and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
I ordered a combination plated to try the pork ribs, brisket, and Beef rib. All of it was delicious but the beef ribs were exceptional and I’m still craving another bite a few weeks later.
As my lone barbecue experience in Austin, I can’t compare it to anything else in the city, but the quality combined with the conveniently walkable location, made it a perfect hit.
… moreThe restaurant is an easy walk from the convention center if you’re there for work, and the counter service made getting our food a relatively quick and easy process.
The building itself has a wonderful rustic feel and appearance that isn’t contrived, as it’s actually in a historic iron works building; this definitely adds to the charm. Seating is plentiful and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
I ordered a combination plated to try the pork ribs, brisket, and Beef rib. All of it was delicious but the beef ribs were exceptional and I’m still craving another bite a few weeks later.
As my lone barbecue experience in Austin, I can’t compare it to anything else in the city, but the quality combined with the conveniently walkable location, made it a perfect hit.
Milkking
Staff is nice, but place is definitely going downtown quality of foods. The price is ridiculous in a year they raised it six dollars for a sandwich. Doesn’t surprise me they were dead at 6 o’clock on Saturday. This is what a $16 sandwich looks like.
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