I love a restaurant in Austin that just is what it is! Great food served by good people. Thanks for not molding to the 500 people have to be in the space designed for 200 and just fixing great food at a great price.
Amazing brisket, fast service and friendly staff! They had nice size portions and food was made daily so very fresh.
First, I don't think that being caught illegally parking in The Pit's spaces gives anybody a right to give them a bad review. I ate there regularly from 1978 to 2001 when I moved from Austin. I love these modest family owned and operated places. The food was consistently good, prices reasonable, and service friendly. If you want to taste what good barbecue was like before the food snobs took over this is the place. I'm happy that it's still there and just as it was.
We held a business meeting at a hotel down the street, brought about 12 or so people here for dinner after. It was a pleasant surprise. Very good barbecue. Everyone got something different and we all loved it. Service was great too!
Small place great food; good BBQ and nice people.
When you are in Austin and you want tasty, down home bbq, this is the place. From the time I walked in, Orlando and his team made me feel like I was home. From the friendly service, to the delicious brisket tacos, to the fresh smoked brisket, Big O’s is a real treat you’ll love. I’ll never forget my visit and the kindness these Austin folks showed me. I even got a tour of their smoker! These are good people. Drop by and give it a try. You won’t be sorry you did!
My dad who loves BBQ was in town. He also likes a non-crowded experience and Big O's was the perfect place for us to stop. Mac n Cheese was tasty, serving sizes are appropriate and service was great. Highly recommend.
We had an absolutely incredible lunch here!! The gentlemen working allowed us to sample and ask a ton of questions. The food was so delicious and we had the best time! The entire experience was 10000 / 10!
Wow! I was served by U and Hudson- both great humans. And the food, some of the best bbq I’ve had. No idea how I’ve never heard of this place before. Definitely a gem out here and I’ll be back!
I’m a bbq snob, have a bbq popup out here in Austin, and this is great stuff!!! I’m a fan
BEST. LUNCH. EVER. We were greeted with such amazing service. They let us taste a few things before ordering and explained the process. The staff had a very kind and goofy personality. We felt very accommodated and welcome! Would highly recommend trying out this small business!
Side note: the BBQ sauce didn't stain my pants!
Straightforward, no fuss BBQ
Found this spot on a whim while driving around. Had a craving for BBQ so I went in and ordered some brisket. Staff was pretty straight to the point but honestly considering they handed my food right off to me that is not a negative
Portion size is good and comes with bread. They have a serve-yourself bar in the back with pickles and onions. The flavor was good on the brisket and it was juicy. Would recommend for anyone trying to get a quick and reliable BBQ in town
Fantastic experience at this quintessential neighbourhood barbecue. Rudy and his team deliver a great brisket - rich marbling and toothy bark with a nice slow and low smoke flavour.
The banana pudding was a nice added touch!
Just had Big Os in late August 2023. Big Os is the truth. Got the brisket plate. Some of the best brisket I’ve had. Very tender, lot of flavor. Hatch chili mac and cheese very creamy and little spicy. Bbq sauce good. Only complaint is, they don’t have all the bbq sauce bottles at the table. This is a simple place but a MUST TRY in Austin. The brisket plate will fill you up as it comes with 2 sides. Unsure how this is only a 4.1 rating. Should be a 4.4+ bare minimum.
I am picky and this food was legit.
Listen this hit the spot. I ordered a brisket sandwich, Big Red and pain lays potato chips. It was so Satisfying and fulfilling! I added the pickles and onions with the bbq sauce. I also wanted to try a rib so I ordered just one lol. I have to say though the rib does not compare to the brisket brisket was so flavorful the perfect combination with the fat in the lane with a little crunch you don’t talk about about I have to say though the rib does not compare to the brisket. The brisket was so flavorful the perfect combination with the fat in the lean mean with a little crunch you know what I’m talk about about. And if you don’t come try them out.
Great chopped beef sandwich. We added sausage. Beans are fantastic. We also love the smoked chicken and green chile mac and cheese. They have a nice patio .
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