2010
While I’m still enamored by the concept of combined dining and live music that the fine city of Austin offers, one really ought not miss Stubb’s Bar-B-Q while visiting! A Texas institution, known for its live music, rustic atmosphere and authentic slow-smoked, hand-trimmed barbecue Stubb’s is truly an authentic landmark. It’s hard to believe a location as well known as Stubb’s still remains small in size, because it’s definitely big in flavor and experience! It’s ridiculously delicious!
Originally opened in the late 1960′s in Lubbock, Texas the restaurant was a hometown favorite until the mid-80′s when unfortunate financial circumstances forced CB Stubbfield to close his doors. “Let’s put it this way,” said Stubb, “I got run out of Lubbock ’cause I was broke, busted and disgusted. I can’t fight the IRS with barbeque and sauce.” He relocated to Austin, began selling his barbecue outside of the blues club Antone’s and rebuilt his empire. In 1986 he opened Stubb’s Bar-B-Q again in downtown Austin where it currently is still flourishing. Located at 8th and Red River, it’s easy to walk right past this place without noticing if you weren’t paying attention. Modest in appearance and atmosphere, the wood floors, wood tables and country feel adds to the overall affair. While the wait staff aren’t the greatest if you can get past that, you’ll fill your belly with some of the best Barbeque you’ve ever consumed.
I happen to stumble in on a Sunday just in time for their “Gospel Brunch”…a truly genuine Austin adventure combining a world-renowned buffet with live gospel tunes. Items on the buffet include, but are not limited to southern style grits, eggs, biscuits, gravy, fried catfish, brisket, ribs, chicken, sausage, migas, and pretty much anything else that embodies southern barbecue. If that’s not enough, they’ve got a “make your own Bloody Mary bar” served up just the way YOU like it! The Gospel Brunch is every Sunday from 11am to 1pm. It’s not cheap, but it’s well worth it. You’ll leave stuffed and you’ll enjoy your time there.
For those of you unfamiliar, Stubb’s Bar-B-Q also houses the greatest backyard in the world! A 2,000ish capacity outdoor venue where some of the most famous musicians have taken stage. It’s a pretty magical location, and while I completely recommend you indulge at the restaurant, I demand you check out a show there too!
Stubb’s Site: http://www.stubbsaustin.com/index.php
Stubb’s Menu: http://www.stubbsaustin.com/rest_home.html
