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Monday 11am - 9pm Tuesday 11am - 9pm Wednesday 11am - 9pm Thursday 11am - 9pm Friday 11am - 10pm Saturday 11am - 10pm Sunday 11am - 9pm

The Salt Lick

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Our dining rooms, takeout, and outdoor picnic seating are open Sun - Thur. 11 AM - 9 PM, Fri - Sat 11. Come see us in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas.
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Nationwide shipping via Gold Belly https://www.goldbelly.com/restaurants/the-salt-lick Experience living history and our open pit where we have smoked our meats since 1967. Just a short, scenic drive from Austin, our legendary barbecue awaits. Need a place for your next special event? We can accommodate almost any size and type of function at one of our multiple venues from the elegant Thurman’s Mansion to the rustic Pecan Grove Pavilion. We now accept both credit & cash. Our Driftwood location is BYOB, but you may also buy w**e & b**r at our neighbors at Salt Lick Cellars to enjoy here at the restaurant.

10/29/2026

If BBQ is what you're looking for, Driftwood is where you wanna be. We'll meat you just outside Austin city limits for beef ribs, brisket, pork ribs, bison ribs, turkey, chicken, pecan pie, and more. Never been to our one-of-a-kind spot? Directions and our menu are at SaltLickBBQ.com

10/28/2026

Hosting a big crew or holiday shindig? We’ve got room to spare and enough BBQ to keep up to 75 hungry folks deliciously distracted.
Give us a ring at 512-858-4959 or drop a note to saltlick (@)
saltlickbbq.com
for the tasty details.

10/27/2026

Turkey Family Style is now available and includes all-you-can-eat turkey, pork ribs, sausage, and all the sides!

10/26/2026

Greens meet the pit! 🥗 Fresh romaine with crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, red onion, cheddar, and our signature BBQ ranch—topped with your choice of savory smoked turkey, brisket, pulled pork, or sausage. Come grab a bowl today!

10/25/2026

Get here early for our Sunday Specials! Prime rib, baby back ribs, and habanero chicken are first-come, first-served until sold out. See you soon!

10/24/2026

Y'all ever try our baby back ribs? ONLY served on Sundays on a first-come, first-served basis, this tasty delicacy is enough to satisfy any Texan.
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OPEN 11 AM on Sundays. Sorry, no reservations. Credit and cash accepted. BYOB, but drinks from our neighbors at are also welcome. Please note baby back ribs are ONLY available on Sundays.

10/23/2026

In town for F1? Make the quick drive out to Driftwood for a pit stop!

10/22/2026

Turkey Family Style is now available! Get all you can eat turkey, pork ribs, and sausage with all the sides next time you visit!

10/21/2026

Join our very own Miriam Wilson in Gilbert, AZ this Saturday for The Smoke Show! Information and tickets are available at SmokeShowFest.com

10/21/2026

Take the scenic route, enjoy a little Hill Country sunshine, and finish the day with some good ol' Texas barbecue. See y'all in Driftwood!

10/20/2026

Some things are worth the drive. A little Texas Hill Country scenery, the smell of smoke in the air, and a plate of barbecue that makes you forget all about the miles.

Address

18300 FM 1826
Driftwood, TX
78619

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 9pm
Tuesday	11am - 9pm
Wednesday	11am - 9pm
Thursday	11am - 9pm
Friday	11am - 10pm
Saturday	11am - 10pm
Sunday	11am - 9pm

Website

http://www.saltlickbbq.com/

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