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Long line of people waiting patiently outside a famous Austin barbecue restaurant at golden hour, with smoke rising from the chimney.
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To taste the legendary brisket at Franklin's in Austin, diners routinely commit to a 4-6 hour wait, often arriving before dawn.

Kurt Schneider·May 20, 2026