Cooper's Old Time Pit BBQ Austin

Cooper's Old Time Pit BBQ Austin Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que
Famous BBQ restaurant is NOW OPEN in the heart of downtown. We look forward to you joining us.
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Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que is honored to be the best of the best in the barbecue business and home of the original World Famous "Big Chop." The Wootan Family has provided its World Famous Pit Barbecue to hundreds of thousands of hungry diners over the years at its family-owned and operated restaurant. Now you can get a taste of Texas Hill Country BBQ that restaurant reviewers have raved about

, and remember It's All About The Meat. Cooper's famous Old Time Pit Bar-b-que looks forward to it's first Austin location at 217 Congress, opening in the fall of 2014. Celebrating the history of Congress Avenue in the early 20th century, Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-b-que will bring great food, live music and local flare to downtown Austin. The building: 217-221 Congress has an incredible history we can't wait to bring alive in the renovated space. The 200 block of Congress has been the home to several pubs, saloons, cafes and restaurants over the years including the Bradshaw Saloon, Pearlhouse Saloon, Tradewinds Lounge, The Dew Drop, Avenue Cafe, Las Manitas and Copa Lounge. Across the street was home to the International and Great Northern Rail Road Depot, built in 1888. The upstairs space at 217 was once the Travis Hotel, rumored to have been a cat house in years past! We plan to restore the facade to its original state to honor the location's eclectic history. Cooper's will feature a live music stage, a rooftop garden, and a beautiful oak-shaded back patio. Cooper's is bringing the food, feel and history of Texas to the table in the fall of 2014.

⚽️🚨FIFA WORLD CUP🚨⚽️ALL GAMES STREAMED LIVE WITH SOUND! Come eat some bbq, grab a drink, and watch the games!Starting Ju...
06/08/2026

⚽️🚨FIFA WORLD CUP🚨⚽️
ALL GAMES STREAMED
LIVE WITH SOUND!
Come eat some bbq, grab a drink, and watch the games!
Starting June 11th!!

Serving up Texas-sized flavor, one plate at a time. 🤠🔥
06/08/2026

Serving up Texas-sized flavor, one plate at a time. 🤠🔥

06/06/2026

The hardest decision you’ll make today? Picking what goes on your tray. 🤤 Brisket, ribs, sausage, turkey, and all the sides that make Texas barbecue legendary.

06/03/2026

NBA Finals are playing here at Cooper’s live with sound! Come grab a drink and watch the game at your favorite bbq spot 🍖🏀

05/30/2026

POV: You came for the BBQ but stayed for the sides 😮‍💨🔥
Loaded plates, smoky meats, creamy mac & cheese, buttery corn, and all the classic Texas fixings.

This is your sign to grab a tray at Cooper’s.

05/28/2026

Bringing legendary Texas barbecue to the heart of Austin. 🤠🔥 Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que.

This Memorial Day, we’re remembering and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 We’ll be ope...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we’re remembering and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 We’ll be open regular hours, serving up the barbecue you know and love all day long. Come spend your holiday with us at Cooper’s Austin.

05/23/2026

Good food, good people, good vibes. That’s the kind of place you keep coming back to. 🤠

05/21/2026

Your next BBQ stop: Austin 🍖



(All music rights to the owner)

05/17/2026

BBQ isn’t rushed around here, every slice is worth the wait. 🔥🔥🔥



Music rights belong to the respective owner.

05/17/2026

Right. To. You.
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05/16/2026

BBQ this way. Good times included.

05/10/2026

We’ve got the perfect spot for you! Book online today on our Cooper’s BBQ website 🚨🎊🎈🥳

05/09/2026

Nothing like some beautiful brisket cutting 👌🏽

05/04/2026

Porkchops or Sirloin? Which one are you picking? 🤷🏼‍♂️

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05/02/2026

Dunked, moist, or all by its self. Our meat your way. 🫵🏼🍖

05/01/2026

Hey y’all! Looking for a place to host your even? we provide a separate event space called the Llano Room and the Llano Lounge, situated directly above our main restaurant area. With its capacity to accommodate up to 250 guests, this versatile space offers a spectacular panoramic view of the bustling downtown and Congress Avenue below, making it an ideal choice for hosting intimate gatherings, corporate events, and private parties.

Go to our website to book today!

04/25/2026

It’s More Than a Plate of BBQ. It’s an Experience You Can Feel.

04/23/2026

It’s so good you just can’t miss it…SO DONT! We’re open all week (:

04/20/2026

You’ve got a party? We’ve got a destination. Cooper’s Austin has everything you need to make the get together one to remember!🎊🎉

04/19/2026

From brisket to pork we’ve got you covered. Nothing beats Cooper’s bbq!

04/18/2026

If you’re looking for good food and a great time Cooper’s is the place to be!🫵🏼🚨🍺🍖

04/13/2026

If you’re about the meat then you’ve come to the right place…

04/08/2026

The people spoke and we answered! Cream Corn 🌽 come try it out here at Cooper’s BBQ here in Austin!

04/05/2026

Juicy, tender, and waiting just for you🎁🍖 our brisket won’t disappoint!

Address

217 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX
78701

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 12am
Tuesday 11am - 12am
Wednesday 11am - 12am
Thursday 11am - 12am
Friday 11am - 12am
Saturday 11am - 12am
Sunday 11am - 12am

Telephone

+15124744227

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