Eat your weight in barbecue in Lockhart
Head to the undisputed Barbecue Capital of Texas early on a Saturday, when all of Lockhart’s destination joints are slinging smoked meats at full capacity. Start your tour at Black’s Barbecue, where fall-apart beef ribs pair perfectly with spiced Mexican rice and classic creamed corn garnished with a sprinkle of house rub. Afterward, head downtown for a stop at the town’s most hallowed institutions, Smitty’s Market and Kreuz Market, both decades-old establishments known for beautifully barked brisket and rarer finds, such as tender, post-oak-smoked pork chops and showstopping shoulder clod. Finish your feast at Barbs-B-Q, a relative newcomer that’s blending South Texas and Mexican influences with traditional Hill Country techniques. Try the creamy, poblano-spiked green spaghett and “Molotov” pork ribs, which are coated in a spicy-sweet serrano glaze speckled with lime zest. lockhart-tx.org
Attempt to take down the 72-ounce steak at the Big Texan
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