Salt Lick Bbq - DRIFTWOOD

Long wait, cold food and boring sides. The only side worth mentioning is the cole-slaw. The potatoes are horrible and not even worth eating... my brisket was mostly fat, the turkey was alright though pretty dry. Half Chicken was good, in my opinion the pork ribs and pulled pork was the best meat we tried. All in all, I was expecting to be wowed but was served mediocre bbq. I've had better at family functions and church events. I loved the trees and atmosphere but the food needs improvement.

One of Austin’s gems. It is a little out of town which gives an amazing opportunity to see some real Texas country and it’s very scenic.The best part is arguably the atmosphere. The place is HUGE with tons of twinkling lights and stone and outdoor seating as well as inside. There’s often, not always, live music outside. It’s BYOB a plus in my book.The family style all you can eat is the way to go, but adding some turkey is not a bad idea since it is delicious! It comes with sides, bread, continuous plates of meat, pickles, sauces, and you can grab a plate to go. We really love their sausage (best I’ve had in Austin), burnt ends, and turkey. Even though you will be fully stuffed by the end, you gotta at least split some blackberry cobbler.It gets busy on the weekends (2 3 hour wait at its peak) but during the week or earlier in the day (before 3pm) you can often walk right in. It is definitely an event so I’d set aside a few hours to be there, hang out, and of course eat your fill of delicious BBQ. Once you are seated, service is quick. Never had a bad time here!

Somewhere deep in my unconscious mind, I dreamed of a barbecue restaurant like this and then I discovered it was reality. The food was damn good; if I was being nit picky, and I mean seriously nit picky, the ribs were overly salty—too be expected from a place called the SALT LICK—and the brisket could have been a little more flavorful. But with that being said, INCREDIBLE. The sauces were yummy; the sides were good. In terms of atmosphere, the Salt Lick was a great little spot. The outdoor seating was beautiful; the inside seating was rustic. Loved this place.

This is my favorite BBQ spot in Austin—it's perfect for bringing guests! The atmosphere is fantastic and makes the 45-minute wait feel worthwhile. The food is incredible—everything is delicious! I often order the pulled pork and brisket plate, but during my last visit, my group opted for the all-you-can-eat family style, which is a great deal! The pork ribs are my absolute favorite. Also, be sure to try the bread. A few additional notes: there’s both indoor and outdoor seating, it's dog-friendly, but not suitable for vegans. You can even watch the meat being cooked! They have a special menu on Sundays, so I recommend arriving before noon to avoid the crowds and long wait times since they open at 11!

In summary, this is one of the best BBQ spots I've ever visited. To elaborate, the place is truly impressive, with plenty of space to accommodate large crowds. There are seating areas all over, along with an alcohol window on one side and the food station on the other. For those looking to relax, there are fun options like bocce ball and cornhole available. The atmosphere is fantastic, and everyone is friendly and eager to help. We sampled everything on the menu, and there wasn’t a single dish that we didn’t enjoy. I could easily spend all day there eating. I would definitely return whenever I'm in the area!