Franklin Barbecue's biggest moments of 2025 as Texas' No. 1 BBQ joint

In 2025, Franklin dominated headlines from opening up a new space to earning more foodie accolades and even achieving G.O.A.T ...
Dallas Morning News

Austin’s Franklin BBQ is the ‘most Instagrammable barbecue spot’ in the U.S., report says

A research study of Instagram post location data by food sensitivity specialist YorkTest has found that renowned Texas barbecue restaurant Franklin BBQ in Austin is “the most Instagrammable barbecue ...
Austin American-Statesman

Franklin Barbecue sauce gets a new look, new bottle

Franklin Barbecue started bottling and selling its popular sauces more than six years ago, and this month, the trio of flavors is getting an upgrade. The barbecue restaurant from James Beard-winning ...
Austin American-Statesman

Franklin Barbecue lands spot on Yelp's list of best brisket spots in U.S., Canada

Practically every Austinite knows Franklin Barbecue, and thanks to a new Yelp list, meat lovers across the country will learn the local name. Franklin Barbecue ranked number 20 on Yelp's 2023 list of ...
Texas Monthly

There’s Something Better Than Brisket at Franklin Barbecue

Smoked beef short ribs at Franklin Barbecue in Austin might just be the most difficult bite of barbecue to score in Texas. They’re served only on Saturdays, which is usually the busiest day with the ...
Texas Monthly

An Indiana Man Put a (Smoke) Ring on It at Franklin Barbecue

WHO: Matt McKinney and Kelly Dickey, barbecue fans who live in Indianapolis. WHAT: A successful pit room proposal and a smoky engagement gift from the most famous barbecue joint in Texas. WHY IT’S SO ...
KHOU 11

Franklin Barbecue reopens unsurprisingly to long lines after fire repairs

After a temporary closure due to fire repairs, Franklin Barbecue reopened on Tuesday around 11 a.m., but the people came hours before. The line of them waiting to buy their favorite smoked meat ...