Iron Works Barbecue - Austin
  • Cuisines: American, Barbecue, Steakhouses
    • User Rating  

    • NileGuide Expert tip:

    This is the perfect spot for a quick lunch or dinner when your day has you stuck at the Convention Center, as it's just around the corner. For that reason (and because the BBQ is top notch), this place is constantly packed when SXSW rolls around in March.

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    • Description:

    • The old Weigl family Iron Works no longer forges metal, but a tasty assortment of fine Texas barbecue. With walls adorned with branding irons, the motif is quintessentially Western, perhaps for the benefit of conventioneers from the neighboring convention center. At the counter, order your choice of sliced beef, chicken, beef ribs, pork ribs, pork loin and sausage for a two-meat combo plate completed with sides of potato salad and beans. Or make your choice of meat by the pound. The spicy sauce is a tangy counterpoint. And if you are craving barbecue somewhere far away, note that Iron Works ships their goods anywhere.
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    User Reviews for Iron Works Barbecue

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      Excellent barbeque. Fun environment.

    • We ate lunch at Iron Works and spent nearly an hour just enjoying the atmosphere (and the food). Brisket was moist and lean. Sauces were unique and savory. We had beef ribs as well--fantastic....

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      Editorial review from Citysearch

    • We were sad to find that an Austin icon has chosen to rest on its laurels. Being next to the convention center likely brings in fresh "meat," but for folks who know what both good and...

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    Awards:

    CitySearch Frommer's
    CitySearch
    •  Barbecue Food 2005 – Audience Winner
    •  Barbecue Food 2006 – Audience Winner
    Frommer's
    •  Recommended 2010

    Message from Iron Works Barbecue

    The Iron Works barbecue's home is in the historic Weigl Iron Works building, which was designated as an historical monument in 1982. Since 1978, it has been used to serve the legendary official Texas barbecue. The Iron Works is visited each year by thousands of dignitaries, celebrities, officials and visitors from all over the USA, in addition to local fans. It should be at the top of your list of places to enjoy.

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    • Order Online
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    • Details

      • Contact:

      • visit website
      • tel: +1 512 478 4855 / +1 800 669 3602
      • fax: +1 512 478 2272
      • send email

      • Address:

      • 100 Red River Street
      • At E. First St
      • Austin, TX 78701

      • Neighborhood:

        • Downtown

      • Payments:

      • amex mastercard visa diners

      • Hours:

      • M-Sa 11a-9p

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