This Texas BBQ Town Is One of the Best in America

I must say I wholeheartedly agree with the Texas town named one of the 15 best small towns to visit in the United States.

I write a lot about my never-ending search for great food. I’ve also written many pieces about my love for road-tripping and small towns.

So, I was very interested in Smithsonian Magazine’s list of the best small towns to visit. I clicked into it, hoping to find a new town within driving distance to check out, and while a Texas town did make the list, I’ve been there many times.

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A Texas Town That’s All About the Barbecue

Let me tell you – if you love great barbecue and you’ve never been to Lockhart, you need to make your way to the “Barbecue Capital of Texas” ASAP. Here’s what Smithsonian had to say:

Lockhart’s legendary slow-cooking meat scene has recently received even greater accolades with the addition of its Barbs B Q eatery in the inaugural Michelin Guide Texas. Join the lines awaiting brisket, Molotov pork ribs, and sides such as green spaghetti made with a smoked poblano sauce at this stand-out gem, run by pitmaster Chuck Charnichart...Other favorite stops along Lockhart’s barbecue trail include the market-style Terry Black’s Barbecue and Smitty’s Market.

I’ll add Kreuz Market to the list of must-try Lockhart barbecue joints. My wife’s family is from there, and we always stop at Kreuz while we’re visiting, and the grub is fantastic every time.

Planning Your Visit to the "Barbecue Capital of Texas"

Ready to make the trip? Learn more about everything Lockhart has to offer here.

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