The tiny town of Lockhart is known as the "Barbecue Capital of Texas," and Black's is largely to thank for such a prestigious designation. Family-owned since day one, Black's is the oldest barbecue restaurant in Texas, and the meat is smoked the same way it has been for nearly 100 years.
There's always a line out the door at Black's Barbecue in Lockhart - and for good reason.
With the motto "Open 8 Days a Week," Black's is the oldest BBQ joint in Texas, dating to 1932.
Since day one, Black's has been a family business.
Pictured on the left is the founder, Edgar Black Sr. His son, Edgar Black Jr., stands beside him in the center.
Today, the pit is manned by Kent Black, who uses the exact same cooking methods as his grandfather. After all, why should you fix something that isn't broken?
A simple rub, local post oak wood, and patience is the secret recipe for the legendary meat that Texans have adored for almost a century.
When you enter the restaurant, you're stepping into a living piece of Texas history.
Historic photos and vintage memorabilia cover the walls - along with plenty of taxidermy, of course. What's a BBQ restaurant without a few trophies on display?
Beef brisket is what put Black's on the map, so it's a solid choice if you're feeling indecisive.
Get it lean, or with a little fat. Both ways are delicious! The brisket also comes chopped and mixed with a touch of BBQ sauce.
Other meats include giant beef ribs, smoked turkey breast, pork chops, barbecue chicken, pork spare ribs, and homemade sausage that uses an 80-year-old family recipe.
Everything is sold by the pound, so order as much or as little as you'd like.
Sandwiches are also on the menu! Choose between sliced or chopped beef brisket, sliced turkey breast, or sausage - or pick two and make it a double meat!
Served on a perfectly toasted bun, the sandwiches come with BBQ sauce, pickles, and onions. There are also a variety of scrumptious side dishes, plus decadent desserts like cobblers, banana pudding, and ice cream.
Address: 215 North Main Street, Lockhart, TX 78644.
Hours are 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, and 10 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
Black's has several other locations in the Hill Country. Visit its website or Facebook page for more information.
Have you ever been to the oldest barbecue restaurant in Texas? If so, what did you order and how was it? Tell us in the comments! Hungry for more Texas BBQ? This road trip takes you to seven little-known joints sure to make your mouth water.
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