Down South Texas BBQ

Down South Texas BBQ Down South Texas BBQ is a small BBQ food trailer located on West Howard Lane in Austin. They are known for their big flavors and their commitment to serving food the way it should be. Despite their small size, they offer a variety of options including barbecue restaurant, food stand, and food truck. While they occasionally have events or are closed for luncheons, customers can expect delicious soul food on Saturdays.
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Passion and dedication shine through every dish crafted by our talented BBQ team. 😊
09/11/2026

Passion and dedication shine through every dish crafted by our talented BBQ team. 😊

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09/11/2026

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Get ready to dive into this juicy, slow-smoked BBQ masterpiece that promises pure satisfaction. πŸ”₯
09/09/2026

Get ready to dive into this juicy, slow-smoked BBQ masterpiece that promises pure satisfaction. πŸ”₯

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09/09/2026

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πŸŽ‰πŸ”₯ ANOTHER SPECIAL BIRTHDAY SHOUTOUT! πŸ”₯πŸŽ‰Today we’re celebrating the owner & founder, Pitmaestro himself β€” Rico Smith! πŸŽ‚πŸ₯³...
09/08/2026

πŸŽ‰πŸ”₯ ANOTHER SPECIAL BIRTHDAY SHOUTOUT! πŸ”₯πŸŽ‰

Today we’re celebrating the owner & founder, Pitmaestro himself β€” Rico Smith! πŸŽ‚πŸ₯³

This picture is of Rico and his biggest supporter, his mom. ❀️ Without her, so much of what makes Down South Texas BBQ what it is today simply wouldn’t be possible.

From teaching me how to make the greens, to the potato salad, seasoning the beans, and making that smoked mac & cheese β€” Mom passed down so many of the recipes and techniques that became a part of DSTX BBQ.

Honestly, without her, we’d probably only have meat and corn available! πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚

I also want to give a HUGE shoutout to my brothers who have stepped up and helped so much over these past two birthday's since Mom has been gone. β€οΈπŸ™πŸΎ Y’all have helped keep her spirit, her recipes, and her legacy alive through this BBQ.

I’m so grateful that I got to take these pictures with Mom on my birthday two years ago, and even more grateful that I was able to get some pictures with my brothers for this birthday. Those moments mean more than y’all know. ❀️

And while we’re celebrating, we also have something BIG to celebrate with all of you! πŸ”₯πŸ†

DOWN SOUTH TEXAS BBQ HAS BEEN NOMINATED FOR USA TODAY’S 10BEST β€” BEST OF CENTRAL TEXAS BBQ! πŸŽ‰πŸ”₯

That is a HUGE honor, and we couldn’t have gotten here without the love and support from all of you who have continued to show up, order plates, tell your friends about us, share our posts, and support this dream.

πŸ—³οΈ Voting will begin later this month, and when it does, we’re going to need EVERYONE to show up and help us represent Down South Texas BBQ and Central Texas BBQ! πŸ™ŒπŸΎπŸ”₯

We want to take this all the way! πŸ†

And finally, THANK YOU to the City of Austin, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and all the surrounding areas for your continued love and support of Down South Texas BBQ. πŸ™πŸΎβ€οΈ

This journey started with family, and because of y’all, it continues to grow.

Happy Birthday to the Pitmaestro! πŸŽ‚πŸ”₯
Here’s to another year of smoking, cooking, creating, and carrying on the legacy. ❀️

Born to Smoke, Raised in Flavor! πŸ”₯

πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‚ HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY TO ONE OF OUR OWN! πŸŽ‚πŸŽ‰This brother is truly family β€” our brother from another mother! β€οΈπŸ’― And i...
09/08/2026

πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‚ HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY TO ONE OF OUR OWN! πŸŽ‚πŸŽ‰

This brother is truly family β€” our brother from another mother! β€οΈπŸ’― And if you know us, you already know he has a menu item named after him…

πŸ”₯ KEITH’S BEEFY BEEF DINO RIB! πŸ”₯

Happy Birthday, Keith! πŸ₯³πŸŽ‰ Hope you had an amazing birthday, and we’re wishing you many, many more! πŸ™πŸΎβ€οΈ

Love ya, brother! Keep being great! πŸ’ͺ🏾πŸ”₯

09/05/2026

Looking for an easy choice? Make a reservation and enjoy a welcoming setting with great Texas BBQ energy. πŸ‘Œ

Private Event: Texas vs. Texas State  should be a good one!  Come watch it with us at 12:00pm!
09/05/2026

Private Event: Texas vs. Texas State should be a good one! Come watch it with us at 12:00pm!

πŸ”₯🚨 BIG NEWS FROM DOWN SOUTH TEXAS BBQ! 🚨πŸ”₯First, WE WILL BE CLOSED TOMORROW β€” SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH!But don’t worry… we...
09/05/2026

πŸ”₯🚨 BIG NEWS FROM DOWN SOUTH TEXAS BBQ! 🚨πŸ”₯
First, WE WILL BE CLOSED TOMORROW β€” SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH!
But don’t worry… we’re not taking the day off! 😎 We’ll be DOWNTOWN TAILGATING at MLK & San Jacinto starting at 12 PM! 🏈πŸ”₯
And now for the BIG NEWS…
πŸ†πŸ”₯ DOWN SOUTH TEXAS BBQ HAS BEEN BLESSED & CHOSEN TO REPRESENT IN THE USA TODAY 10BEST β€” BEST TEXAS-STYLE BBQ! πŸ”₯πŸ†
Just being nominated alongside some of the best BBQ spots in Texas is an HONOR in itself. πŸ™πŸΎβ€οΈ
BUT Y’ALL KNOW US… WE AIN’T JUST SHOWING UP TO PARTICIPATE! πŸ˜‚πŸ”₯
In true Down South Texas BBQ fashion, WE WANT TO COMPETE. WE WANT TO WIN. πŸ†
Voting starts later this month, and when it opens, WE ARE GOING TO NEED Y’ALL! πŸ™ŒπŸΎ
The support, the shares, the votes, the word-of-mouth β€” ALL OF IT MATTERS!
This is bigger than DSTX BBQ. This is an opportunity to put NORTH AUSTIN BBQ ON THE MAP! 🀠πŸ”₯
LET’S GO!!!! πŸ—£οΈπŸ”₯πŸ†
Check out the nomination:Vote for Down South Texas BBQ when voting opens:
https://10best.usatoday.com/qr/65467/⁠�
USA TODAY 10Best β€” Down South Texas BBQ⁠�

Happy birthday to one of our own  Pablo Smith  hope u have a good one  man preciate all that u do!
09/05/2026

Happy birthday to one of our own Pablo Smith hope u have a good one man preciate all that u do!

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09/04/2026

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Experience genuine BBQ made with care and a commitment to your comfort at our food truck. We hope to serve you soon and ...
09/03/2026

Experience genuine BBQ made with care and a commitment to your comfort at our food truck. We hope to serve you soon and make your visit special.

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09/03/2026

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πŸ’Œ Exclusive email-only offers

πŸŽ‚ A special discount during your birthday week

πŸ”₯ First dibs on new specials, events, & giveaways

Don’t miss out β€” join the BBQ family today! πŸ™ŒπŸ–

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09/02/2026

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πŸ‘‰ Sign up on www.dstxbbq.com to get:

πŸ’Œ Exclusive email-only offers

πŸŽ‚ A special discount during your birthday week

πŸ”₯ First dibs on new specials, events, & giveaways

Don’t miss out β€” join the BBQ family today! πŸ™ŒπŸ–

Wednesdays are for  πŸ‘‰ Wednesday Chicken Special πŸ”₯Available every Wednesday while supplies last!Choose from:πŸ— 1 Smoked Le...
09/02/2026

Wednesdays are for πŸ‘‰ Wednesday Chicken Special πŸ”₯
Available every Wednesday while supplies last!
Choose from:
πŸ— 1 Smoked Leg Quarter
🍽️ 1 Leg Quarter Combo (includes 2 scratch-made sides & a bottled drink)
πŸ—πŸ— 2 Leg Quarter Combo (includes 2 scratch-made sides & a bottled drink)
Our leg quarters are slow-smoked over pecan wood, seasoned with our signature blend, and cooked until juicy with bite-through skin.
Pick up in store only. Available every Wednesday while they last! πŸ‘ŒπŸ˜„πŸŽ‰

Behind every delicious BBQ plate is our team's dedication to authentic, flavor-rich cooking.
09/01/2026

Behind every delicious BBQ plate is our team's dedication to authentic, flavor-rich cooking.

Dig into something special with Bobby’s Best Prime Brisket Plateβ€”tender, smoky brisket with your pick of two tasty sides...
08/26/2026

Dig into something special with Bobby’s Best Prime Brisket Plateβ€”tender, smoky brisket with your pick of two tasty sides and plenty of BBQ sauce for dipping. πŸ– Which two sides make your perfect plate, or do you like to mix it up every time? πŸ§€

Wednesday Chicken Special πŸ”₯Available every Wednesday while supplies last!Choose from:πŸ— 1 Smoked Leg Quarter🍽️ 1 Leg Quar...
08/26/2026

Wednesday Chicken Special πŸ”₯
Available every Wednesday while supplies last!
Choose from:
πŸ— 1 Smoked Leg Quarter
🍽️ 1 Leg Quarter Combo (includes 2 scratch-made sides & a bottled drink)
πŸ—πŸ— 2 Leg Quarter Combo (includes 2 scratch-made sides & a bottled drink)
Our leg quarters are slow-smoked over pecan wood, seasoned with our signature blend, and cooked until juicy with bite-through skin.
Pick up in store only. Available every Wednesday while they last!

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08/26/2026

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πŸ‘‰ Sign up on www.dstxbbq.com to get:

πŸ’Œ Exclusive email-only offers

πŸŽ‚ A special discount during your birthday week

πŸ”₯ First dibs on new specials, events, & giveaways

Don’t miss out β€” join the BBQ family today! πŸ™ŒπŸ– - starts at 11:00am !

Experience the art of BBQ crafted with passion and dedication for the perfect smoky flavor.
08/25/2026

Experience the art of BBQ crafted with passion and dedication for the perfect smoky flavor.

BBQ heaven awaits with this loaded sandwich, packed with rich flavors and a delightful crunch. 🌟
08/23/2026

BBQ heaven awaits with this loaded sandwich, packed with rich flavors and a delightful crunch. 🌟

08/22/2026

Planning a birthday, rehearsal dinner, or business function and more? Host your with us for a lively atmosphere and welcoming service. Inquire now! 🎈🍴

Behind the scenes, our skilled BBQ team crafts each dish with passion and expertise for your enjoyment.
08/21/2026

Behind the scenes, our skilled BBQ team crafts each dish with passion and expertise for your enjoyment.

Time to celebrate it finally being the weekend! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰ πŸ™Œ πŸŽ‰ Stay plugged in with Down South Texas BBQ! πŸŽ‰πŸ‘‰ Sign up on www.dst...
08/21/2026

Time to celebrate it finally being the weekend! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰ πŸ™Œ πŸŽ‰ Stay plugged in with Down South Texas BBQ! πŸŽ‰
πŸ‘‰ Sign up on www.dstxbbq.com to get:

πŸ’Œ Exclusive email-only offers

πŸŽ‚ A special discount during your birthday week

πŸ”₯ First dibs on new specials, events, & giveaways

Don’t miss out β€” join the BBQ family today! πŸ™ŒπŸ–

Address

1716 West Howard Lane
Austin, TX
78728

If you're looking to get to the area around West Howard Lane in Austin, Texas, there are a few options for transportation.

Public Transport:
1. Bus: Take the bus to the nearest stop on Howard Lane. From there, it's a short walk to your destination.
2. Train: If you prefer train travel, take the train to the nearest station and then transfer to a bus or taxi to reach West Howard Lane.

Driving/Parking:
1. From downtown Austin: Head north on I-35 and take exit 245 towards Howard Ln/East Yager Ln. Merge onto N Interstate Hwy 35 Frontage Rd and turn right onto W Howard Ln. Look for parking options along the street or in nearby parking lots.
2. From Austin-Bergstrom International Airport: Get on TX-71 W from Presidential Blvd and continue on TX-71 W. Take US-183 N and I-35 N to N Interstate Hwy 35 Frontage Rd in Austin. Take exit 245 from I-35 N, then merge onto N Interstate Hwy 35 Frontage Rd and turn right onto W Howard Ln.

Please note that these directions are general guidelines and may vary depending on traffic conditions and specific starting points. It's always a good idea to use GPS or mapping services for precise directions based on your location.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Friday 12pm - 7pm
Saturday 12pm - 7pm

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What people say

Down South Texas BBQ, located on West Howard Lane in Austin, is a hidden gem for barbecue lovers. This small food trailer may be modest in size, but it packs a punch when it comes to flavor.

One of the standout qualities of Down South Texas BBQ is their commitment to serving good food. Their motto, "How good food should be," is evident in every bite. From the moment you step up to their food stand or food truck, you know you're in for a treat.

The menu at Down South Texas BBQ is filled with mouthwatering options that will satisfy any barbecue craving. Whether you're a fan of classic favorites like ribs and brisket or looking to try something new like pork belly burnt ends or smoked oxtails, they have something for everyone. The flavors are bold and authentic, showcasing the best of Texas barbecue.

What sets Down South Texas BBQ apart from other barbecue joints is their dedication to quality. They take pride in their craft and it shows in every dish they serve. The meats are tender and juicy, cooked to perfection over an open flame. The sides are equally impressive, with options like mac and cheese, coleslaw, and baked beans that complement the main course perfectly.

Another great aspect of Down South Texas BBQ is their commitment to engaging with their customers through social media. While they occasionally have limited availability due to events or high demand, they keep their followers informed about their schedule so that no one misses out on their delicious offerings.

If you're looking for a true taste of Texas barbecue, look no further than Down South Texas BBQ on West Howard Lane in Austin. With big flavors coming from this small food trailer or truck, it's no wonder why they consistently sell out and leave customers wanting more. Don't miss your chance to experience some of the best barbecue in town - make sure to check them out soon!