Franklin Barbecue long lines and sellouts

Franklin Barbecue at this address is famous for its smoked brisket and for lines that form hours before opening, sometimes overnight; the restaurant frequently sells out by early afternoon. Pitmaster Aaron Franklin and the restaurant have received national awards and media attention, making the long-queue phenomenon a well-documented part of Austin food culture. The routine of early-morning lineups has been widely reported and discussed as a distinctive local practice.