Moreno's BBQ – American
The air at Moreno’s BBQ is thick with the intoxicating aroma of slow-burning wood, inviting guests to settle in for a feast of glistening brisket and snap-skinned jalapeno cheese sausages. Midweek visits are rewarded with legendary whole racks of spare ribs and tender tri-tip, each cut meticulously smoked until it reaches a melt-in-your-mouth tenderness that honors the patient craft of the pit. From the peppery bark of the turkey breast to the rich, rendered fat of the pork belly, every platter captures the soulful, smoky essence of a true backyard celebration.
5608 Menchaca Road, Austin 78745 https://morenobbq.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests value Moreno's as a dependable choice for a quick bite, frequently highlighting the efficient and adequate service that ensures a smooth experience for those dining with friends. Celebrated for its reliability and straightforward atmosphere, reviewers appreciate the consistent quality and functional setting that make it a solid option for a casual meal.
Menu
Specials
- Whole Rack Spare Ribs (Wednesday Special) - $30 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tri Tip (Thursday Special) - $38: CAB smoked and reverse seared tri tip, served medium rare Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tri Tip Taco (Thursday Special) - $9.5: 1/4lb CAB Smoked and reverse seared tri tip, beef tallow tortilla, chimichurri sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
By The Pound
- Brisket - $38: All Natural Grass Fed Prime Angus Beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly - $30: Duroc Pork Belly with house rub smoked in Post Oak Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spare Ribs - $30: All Natural Pork post oak smoked with house rub Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Breast - $30: All Natural Post Oak smoked Turkey Breast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork - $28: All Natural Pork post oak smoked with house rub Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Original Sausage - $25: House Made beef & pork sausage Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Cheese Sausage - $25: House made Beef, Pork, Jalapeno and Gouda Sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Half Chicken - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Quarter Chicken - $6: White or Dark Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Dino Ribs - $6: Available Saturday & Sunday Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Chili - $10: Ground brisket trim and chopped Smoked Brisket stewed with chili spices and veggies Available at: dinner, lunch
Plates
- 1 Meat Plate - $18: 1/3 lb meat with 2 sides Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 2 Meat Plate - $25: 1/2 lb meat with 2 sides Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 Meat Plate - $29: 3/4 lb meat with 2 sides Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Brisket Sandwich - $16.5: Sliced or Chopped Brisket, Onions, Pickles & BBQ Sauce on a Martin's Potato Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Sandwich - $14.5: Coleslaw, Pickles, Onions and BBQ Sauce on a Martin's Potato Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Sandwich - $14.5: Sliced Duroc Smoked Pork Belly, coleslaw, pickles, onions & BBQ sauce on a Martin's Potato bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sliced Turkey Sandwich - $14.5: Coleslaw, Onions, Pickles and BBQ Sauce on a Martin's Potato Bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage Sandwich - $14.5: Sausage of your choice on a Martin's Potato bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwich - $18: Tender Brisket & Cheese grilled on Texas Toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Club Sandwich - $15: Smoked Chilled Turkey, Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato & Mayo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Brisket Taco - $9.5: Homemade flour tortilla, tomatillo avocado lime salsa, pico de gallo & queso fresco Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Taco - $7.5: Corn or flour tortilla, coleslaw, bbq sauce or salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Taco - $7.5: Corn or flour tortilla, coleslaw, bbq sauce or salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Taco - $7.5: Homemade flour tortilla, coleslaw and bbq sauce or salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage Wrap - $6: House made sausage wrapped in homemade beef fat flour tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
Big Snacks
- Brisket Gouda Mac - $17: Creamy Smoked Gouda Mac topped with tender Brisket Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Nachos - $18: Chips, house queso, optional jalapenos and sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Nachos - $15: Chips, house queso, pulled pork, optional jalapenos and sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Queso 8oz. - $6: House Fried Corn Tortilla chips, house queso with smoked onions and peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers and Wings
- Smoked Burger Combo - $17: 1/2lb Brisket patty, fries and fountain drink Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smash Burger Combo - $18.5: Two 1/4lb brisket trim patties, grilled onions, cheese, fries and fountain drink Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked and Fried Wings 5ct - $9: Post oak smoked and flash fried Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked and Fried Wings 10ct - $18: Post oak smoked and flash fried Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked and Fried Wings 15ct - $26: Post oak smoked and flash fried Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Charro Beans 8oz - $4: Pinto beans stewed with peppers, tomatoes, onions and diced brisket Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Rice 8oz - $4: Seasoned with traditional Mexican spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad 8oz - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Beans 8oz - $6: Green beans with diced pork belly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw 8oz - $4: Apple Cider Vinegar base Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cream Corn 8oz - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gouda Mac 8oz - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries - $3 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast
- Smoked Akaushi Barbacoa (lb) - $33: Available Sunday. Served with 4 tortillas per pound Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- El Chingon Breakfast Burrito - $17: Chopped brisket, bacon, refried beans, potatoes, eggs, cheese, queso, pico de gallo, lime avocado salsa Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- El Chingon Breakfast Taco - $13: Brisket, Bacon, Egg, Potatoes, Refried Beans, Cheese on beef tallow tortilla Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Brisket & Egg Taco - $9 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Akaushi Barbacoa Taco - $8.5: Available Sunday Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon & Egg Taco - $4 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chorizo & Egg Taco - $4 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Potato & Egg Taco - $3 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bean & Egg Taco - $3 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bean & Cheese Taco - $2.8 Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Brisket Chilaquiles - $18: Fried Tortilla chips in rojo sauce, brisket, fried egg, queso fresco, sour cream, pico de gallo, refried beans Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Fountain Drink - $3.5
- Lemonade - $3.5
- Iced Tea - $3.5
- Mexican Coke - $4.5
- Monster Ultra Zero - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Topo Chico - $3.5
- Smart Water - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Desserts
- Shortbread Chocolate Chip Cookie - $1.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Banana Pudding - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
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