Opie's Barbecue – American

The air at this Hill Country staple is thick with the intoxicating scent of post oak smoke, drawing diners toward massive black pits where pitmasters slice glistening, salt-and-pepper crusted brisket to order. Butcher paper-lined trays groan under the weight of snap-skinned jalapeño sausages and tender ribs, all served alongside indulgent comfort classics like creamy tater tot casserole and buttery beans in a sun-drenched, rustic dining hall. It is a quintessential Texas pilgrimage where the unpretentious atmosphere and melt-in-your-mouth flavors celebrate the timeless art of low-and-slow barbecue.

Cuisine: American

Price range: $$

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