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Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q


#18 of 1,468 restaurants in Austin
4.0 of 5 stars 38 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, Barbecue
  • Neighborhood: Arboretum
  • 11570 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78759-4036
  • (512) 418-9898
  • Price range: €1-14 ($1-$20)

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2 of 5 stars
skiingtheboat   5 contributions
steamboat
Sep 11, 2009

Just to correct some of the other comments on here. RUDY's is a Chain. As someone that was raised on Texas BBQ, I think its poor quality. the only saving grace is the sauce. I'd have to say that their brisket IS indeed as their slogan suggests " THE WORST BBQ IN TEXAS". Its dry and flavorless. They rely too... more

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5 of 5 stars
JasonTheFoodie   258 contributions
Aug 17, 2009

Fantastic moist brisket. The creamed corn is also pretty damn good! more

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5 of 5 stars
idkjames   7 contributions
Sumter, South Carolina
Aug 3, 2009

This is some of the best brisket in Texas. I usually get the brisket and turkey. When I lived in Austin I was a regular and I still visit every time go back. The service has always been excellent. Probably one of my favorite TX restaurants. more

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5 of 5 stars
s9loomis   1 contribution
Michigan
Jul 22, 2009

I was in Austin for business and I normally try to eat somewhere local to get some flavor. I have to say Rudy's is one on the better places I have been. The tubs of beer and pop in line are a unique feature. The food is very good, like everyone has said the meats are all good, and the... more

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3 of 5 stars
carebeast   68 contributions
Austin, TX
Jul 18, 2009

The barbecue here is pretty good! Saves you a drive out of town!! Their sauce is good too! It is not amazing - if you want amazing then drive to Lockhart!! more

Good BBQ!
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4 of 5 stars
sweetiecakes123   64 contributions
Texas
Jul 3, 2009

The BBQ at Rudy's is some of the best Texas has to offer! It's a fun place, and I highly recommend it! Their New Potatoes and Cream Corn are the best side dishes in my opinion! Sometimes it looks like it will be a long wait because the line is so long, but the line moves very fast, so no... more

Yummy
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5 of 5 stars
mego65   5 contributions
Chico, CA
Apr 10, 2009

As we were planning our trip to Austin all we talked about was getting to Rudy's. This is one of our favorites, and we always go when in Austin. The food is great and sold by the pound. I love the extra moist brisket. However, it is a family casual place. Do not come if you are looking for a... more

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5 of 5 stars
HankF99   14 contributions
New York
Feb 26, 2009
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This is a cafeteria, no table service. If you tell them it is your first time they give you a sample taste of several meats. Everyone incredibly friendly and helpful. I ended up with 1/2 lb wet brisket and 1/2 rack of baby back ribs, sides of slaw and potato salad and (of course) a Shiner Bock. Total cost about... more

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4 of 5 stars
BeachbumAggie   61 contributions
Arlington, TX
Feb 5, 2009

Rudy's has a fun atmosphere, good sides and consistently good barbecue. They have many locations and I've found them all to be better than average food. more

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Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q Address

11570 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78759-4036
Tel: (512) 418-9898
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.