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Lamberts Downtown Barbecue, Austin, TX

Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

4.7
4.7
2311 Reviews
$31 to $50
Barbecue

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2 people
23:30
Booked 57 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
BBQ ALWAYS, LIVE MUSIC OFTEN

Located on the corner of 2nd and Guadalupe Streets in downtown Austin (a block away from Town Lake & Moody Theater), in a historic 1873 Victorian building once home to J.P. Schneider general store, Lamberts features modern Texas classics including expertly smoked barbecue, grilled prime steaks, simple yet elegant apps and mains, and homestyle sides. We are open daily for lunch and dinner.

The two-story dining room features an open kitchen, two bars (with one of the best whiskey selections in town) as well as an outdoor patio surrounding our Mill Scale smoker. The design includes black leather banquettes and repurposed sinker pine table tops. The vibe is laid-back Austin and not afraid to get a little rowdy at times—especially when there's live music Upstairs at Lamberts.

*If booking an outdoor table, please note that patio seating is weather contingent. During those times, we will do our best to accommodate indoor seating depending on availability.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 494-1500
  • Website
    http://www.lambertsaustin.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kyle Renfro
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Lambert's Downtown BBQ can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Lamberts Events & Catering: (512) 494-1500
  • Location
    401 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Guadalupe St
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the City Hall parking garage directly east of Lamberts (entrance on lavaca) and in the Amli on 2nd parking garage (entrance on San Antonio). Valet is also available on 2nd Street.
  • Entertainment
    Lamberts features the best local artists in our intimate upstairs bar and lounge. Please check www.lambertsaustin.com for this weeks shows.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

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What 2,311 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lamberts Downtown Barbecue offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests frequently praise the "amazing brisket" and "incredible prime ribeye." The lively atmosphere, accentuated by live music, and a diverse, well-curated menu add to its charm. Despite occasional noise, Lamberts remains a "perfect spot" for high-end BBQ in Austin.

2,311 Reviews

  1. Chris

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service as always! Can’t say enough great things about the place!

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  2. Wayne

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING barbeque!!! Try the pork ribs and brisket!

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  3. Carolynne

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious food! Service was great! Wonderful atmosphere. We will definitely come back!

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  4. Jenni

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful good and great service. Highly recommend for top notch food while in Austin.

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  5. Worldcouple

    VIP

    New York City

    53 reviews

    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best Brisket in Texas perhaps the world. Loved the lemon meringue pie and the green beans tempura. Service is professional and friendly.

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  6. Alissa

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely terrific. We ate the brisket and the hamburger. The fries and the coleslaw were incredible. The price including dessert and drinks was only a bit more than a famous place down the way and this was so much better

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  7. Reid

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service by Cecilia Good food and portions Thank you

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  8. Lisa

    VIP

    Austin

    29 reviews

    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Pricier than most BBQ restaurants because the food is a bit more upscale. Very loud because of live music

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  9. Travis

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great Valentine’s Day dinner with live music. Great food and amazing band — would absolutely do this again!

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  10. Lenny

    San Antonio

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best brisket ever. The mussel appetizer which was a special was just amazing. Put it back on the menu!!

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FAQs

Lamberts Downtown Barbecue offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 494-1500.

Lamberts Downtown Barbecue is rated 4.7 stars by 2311 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
23:30
Booked 57 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

401 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Guadalupe St
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the City Hall parking garage directly east of Lamberts (entrance on lavaca) and in the Amli on 2nd parking garage (entrance on San Antonio). Valet is also available on 2nd Street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kyle Renfro
  • Entertainment
    Lamberts features the best local artists in our intimate upstairs bar and lounge. Please check www.lambertsaustin.com for this weeks shows.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.lambertsaustin.com/
  • Phone number
    (512) 494-1500
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Lambert's Downtown BBQ can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Lamberts Events & Catering: (512) 494-1500
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