In 2025, Franklin dominated headlines from opening up a new space to earning more foodie accolades and even achieving G.O.A.T ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Lifestyle magazine Southern Living named Austin’s own Franklin Barbecue as the best in the Lone Star State in a recent issue. Franklin Barbecue was first opened in 2009 by Aaron ...

In Austin, Texas, most residents know Franklin Barbecue and have spent some time in line waiting to get in for Aaron Franklin’s well-known for its BBQ brisket. Or its other BBQ specialties- pork spare ...

In fact, arguably the biggest name in Texas barbecue recently balked at the notion of opening additional locations of his noted barbecue temple. On Not A Damn Chance! Podcast last week, Franklin ...

Remember way back in August 2025 when acclaimed Texas pitmaster Aaron Franklin said he would never open another location of his celebrated barbecue smokehouse? Guess what? Okay, Franklin isn't exactly ...

Texans love to argue about barbecue. Point or flat? Sauce or no sauce? And the biggest debate of them all: What’s the best barbecue joint in the state? These topics inevitably come up when standing in ...

In a shocking turn of events (for anyone who's been living under a brisket), magazine Southern Living has officially declared Franklin Barbecue the best barbecue in Texas. Yes, that Franklin Barbecue, ...