I second some of the places Rocks mentioned. I still drive back to Central Texas just to go to Elgin, Lockhart, or the Salt Lick. If you do go to the Salt Lick be prepared, it's BYOB or BYOcooler's as the regulars do it. Most every day is standing room only. I used to live in Wimberley near there and drove by the Lick daily, it was torture smelling that place all the time!

There used to be a little church in Huntsville that sold good barbecue at lunch. I don't know how good it is now, but I hear they have built the new church from the profit from BBQ Sales!

 

Rocks,

I can only assume you left Taylor, Tx out of that group as the riding around it isn't quite as scenic. If it's because you've never been there, please allow me to escort you on a Saturday morning. My favorite TWO BBQ joints are located there. Here is a Chronicle write up on them. If you go without me, I would stay out of Mikeska's. Totally over-rated!

Another interesting article about the Taylor Cafe.

You hungry yet???

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I've heard good things about the taylor cafe, sounds like the makins of another ride to me.

2 others I'll mention are Smitty's in Lockhart ( like them better than Black's/Krewe's)

and the county market in Luling, (stinkytown but good Q) it's on the town square cant miss it, just look for the line outside the building.

 

Saturday sounds good to me. We will have to hit two places in Taylor though. The Jalapeno Sausage at Louie Mullers will change your life.
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fun fact:

the bar fight in the Movie "Second hand Lions" was filmed in Louie's place

 

Harolds,Abilene,Tx....

 

[quote]ORIGINAL: Rocks

This sounds like a set up, but I love Bar B Q and we like to plan our rides around arriving ata Bar B Q place in time for lunch.

My list is like this;

In Llano is Coopers. There are eight pits outside the door at this acclaimed barbecue joint in Llano, one of the most famous in Texas, where the pitmasters smoke big, thick pork chops (which they will dip in sauce at your request) to go along with the jalapeño sausage, brisket and ribs. 604 W. Young St., Llano. (325) 247-5713.
http://www.coopersbbq.com/

In Elgin is the Southside Meat Market .This is the home of "Elgin hot sausage," which actually isn't nearly as hot as it used to be. It was tamed down in the 1970s when some of the red pepper was removed to widen its appeal. Paired with the baby back ribs, the sausage makes a tasty lunch plate. 1212 U.S. 290 W., Elgin. (512) 281-4650.
http://www.southsidemarket.com/

In Lockhart is Black's Bar B Q. There is a cafeteria-style line to select cold salads and hot items to go with the meats, such as smoky pork loin or fatty brisket. Operating since 1932, this joint claims to be the oldest barbecue spot in Texas continuously owned by the same family. 208 N. Main St., Lockhart. (512) 398-2712.
http://www.blacksbbq.com/

South of Austin on 1826 is the Salt Lick. This rustic spot in Driftwood still gets many folks nomination for the best all-around barbecue experience, with piled-high platters of brisket, sausage and ribs and sides of a vinaigrette-style cole slaw, beans and an unusual potato salad. RM 1826, Driftwood. (512) 858-4959.
http://www.saltlickbbq.com/

In Austin, a lot of folks like the County Line... I don't like their sauce, but they leave it off when asked.
The classiest of the local barbecue joints, County Line turns out some of the best beef ribs you can find in the area, as well as delicious chicken. Don't pass up the secret-recipe white bread with honey butter. One sits on the edge of Lake Austin. 5204 RM 2222. 346-3664. And one sits in the hills west of Austin. 6500 W. Bee Cave Road. 327-1742.
http://www.countyline.com/

West of Austin on Hwy 71 is Opie's. Stop at the pit outside to choose among the ribs, pork loin, chicken, sausage and brisket. The baby back ribs with the sweet and spicy sauce are great — tender and moist — but be prepared for the fire that lingers well after the last bite. 125 Spur 191, Spicewood. (830) 693-8660.

Near Lakeway is Buster's . Located in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4443 near Texas 71, this joint knows how to ply the smoke and the home cooking. The "pork H bomb" features jalapeños and garlic stuffed in the loin, and the vinegary pulled pork is extremely tender. Homemade sides include broccoli salad and peach cobbler. 3927 RM 620 S. 263-3999.
http://www.bustersbeecavebbq.com/

I'm real interested to see what others post. I would like to more good spots for weekend rides.

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HERE ARE SOME MORE SUGGESTIONS FOR THE HOUSTON AREA -- AND SURROUNDING RIDE-AVAILABLE LOCATIONS

Of the places listed above, my vote is Salt Lick. Of course, it is a personal thing (as are most preferences we read about on this post), and it is the stop we include on our trips to the Hill Country as often as possible. The family style lunch plates are the way to go!

While here in Houston, I'd also recommend Goode Company -- two locations, one on Katy (west of town) and one near West University on Kirby. And finish it off with the Brazos Bottom Pie. Mm

 

Up In Smoke BBQ on Main St in Keller, TX. Biker friendly. The bar is (was) half Nascar half motorcycle. They remodeled just before the new year, so I don't know what the new decor in there is, but they still have their motorcycle parking.

 

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In or around Houston, Harris County BBQ at Hwy 290 and FM 1960 is close to me and great.

In Texas I'd have to go with Saltlick mentioned earlier.