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Iron Works Barbecue

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4.3(2,731)
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Location & Hours

Address

100 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Austin, TX 78701
United States
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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 11:00 AM
Monday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
SundayClosed

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(512) 478-4855

Restaurant Link

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About Iron Works Barbecue

Barbecued meats, including signature beef ribs, & specialty sauces in a historic former iron shop.

Price range
moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 18, 2025.

4.3/5
Based on 2,731 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Reuben Reyes

a week ago

This place has been serving BBQ since the early 70s. The building is old and has an even older history. I love that they have kept inside and out as original as possible. The service here was good wit...

Luis Francisco González

5 months ago

Visited Iron Works hoping for an authentic Texas barbecue experience and I was not disappointed. The restaurant is an easy walk from the convention center if you're there for work, and the counter se...

Celina Arenillo

3 months ago

I think we came in too late. The bbq we had was quite dry, it was nothing special. I think this place is a bit overrated but the ambiance is nice. The queue was long as expected. The service was frie...

Ron Stake

2 months ago

Old School, the bbq perfumes the air, slanted old wood floors make you wonder if it’s gonna slide in the ravine. moist brisket - seasoned perfectly and the Big Tex is with the sausage was great- so g...

Zac Goldstein

4 months ago

If my earlier visit to Waco taught me anything, it is that brisket is a must during trips to the Lone Star State. I knew I wanted a place that was tried-and-true but also didn’t have a line out the do...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant offers a generally positive dining experience, particularly for those seeking an authentic Texas BBQ atmosphere and experience.

Customer Favorites

Brisket and beef ribs are frequently praised and appear to be customer favorites. Sausage also receives positive mentions.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant boasts a rustic, historic ambiance that customers appreciate, and staff are generally described as friendly, helpful, and courteous.

Value & Quality

While food quality is generally well-regarded, particularly the brisket and ribs, some customers feel the prices have increased and the value versus quantity ratio has declined.

Areas for Improvement

Some customers found the brisket dry or lacking smokiness, suggesting consistency in food preparation could be improved.

Recent Trends

More recent reviews indicate concerns about increasing prices and declining value.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Iron Works Barbecue located?

Iron Works Barbecue is located at 100 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, USA.

What is the price range at Iron Works Barbecue?

Iron Works Barbecue is listed as moderately priced.

Where can I find the hours for Iron Works Barbecue?

The listed hours for Iron Works Barbecue are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Iron Works Barbecue?

Call Iron Works Barbecue at (512) 478-4855. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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