Frank's Barbecue Texas Smokehouse

Furthermore, the atmosphere at Frank's is something special. Every time I dine there, particularly during the cool winter months, I feel transported back to Houston, even though I'm just in my neighborhood of Victoria Park. Perhaps that's just my imagination at play. Another highlight of this restaurant is the staff; they are incredibly friendly and helpful from the moment you walk in until you leave. I highly recommend this place!

The staff here are friendly, and the venue has a casual vibe that's perfect for families. The Mac and Cheese is delicious, and the Dirty Fries are a hit. The burgers are substantial and flavorful. The BBQ and hot sauce are great as well. Our group ordered a few of the $60 platters, which offered generous portions and well-cooked meat accompanied by two sides. The only downside was that all the meats seemed to have the same spice rub, making them taste quite similar.

It's refreshing to see a place stay true to Austin's traditions, with wax paper, white bread, iced tea, take-home cups, and pickled onions, even if they occasionally receive negative reviews from those who don't understand its authenticity. Please keep it up; it made me nostalgic for Texas!

Taken a while for me to visit this place on the strip in Vic Park but will be coming more often now. Good value and great service. It 's a fun place. Sitting outside on a big wooden bench table on a warm evening, you order drinks from the bar and food from the canteen. The drinks are simple range of whites and reds and a good range of beers. It 's not really a place for 'foodies ' as such but the food is real good. Comes out in a box and on paper with plastic cutlery. The brisket was tender and flavorsome. The sausage spicy and excellent. The pulled pork was pulled pork a little bland but OK. And the beer can chicken really good. Sides are excellent too. I would suggest getting 100g of each of the meats and sharing with one or two. Again, a good fun place which will not remain a secret for much longer.

What a gem!  Tasty, tender brisket and ribs, lovely sides and drinks at very reasonable prices.  Service is friendly and the old car-yard is a perfect setting for this kind of restaurant.  Love it!