Texas barbecue · South Austin (Emerald Forest Dr), Austin

LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue

LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue: Texas barbecue in South Austin (Emerald Forest Dr), Austin. Order: Brisket and beef cheeks.

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What to order

Brisket and beef cheeks

Why go

No. 2 on Texas Monthly's 2025 Top 50 and known for cuts other places skip, like beef cheeks.

No. 2 in Texas Monthly's 2025 Top 50 and Michelin-starred since 2024.

Address
5621 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX 78745
Neighborhood
South Austin (Emerald Forest Dr)
Price
$$
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