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Lamberts Downtown Barbecue, Austin, TX

Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

4.7 (2357)
$31 to $50
Barbecue
401 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

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
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Menu

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What 2,357 people are saying

Lamberts Downtown Barbecue reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lamberts Downtown Barbecue offers a "fantastic dining experience" with flavorful brisket, "amazing ribs," and a lively atmosphere featuring live music. Guests praise the "attentive and friendly staff" and the upscale BBQ menu. While slightly pricey, the "prime ribeye is a must" and service recovery is "classy."
2,357 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Apologies for the double reservation, but our party of 10 had a great experience, and we'll be back.

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  2. Mark

    Dallas - Fort Worth34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great, but pretty pricey for 8oz of meat. The hostess kept us downstairs instead of up where the music is loud

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  3. Gwen VIP

    Austin29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The service and food was as amazing as usual. My only complaint was that it was SO dark, everyone had to read the menu using the flashlight on their phones!

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  4. Miki

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food and ambience was great. The service was literally the worst I’ve ever had. UPDATE: The manager Rich called me and apologized. He told me that it is their intention to “provide an elevated bbq experience”. He refunded us our entire meal. It’s not about failing it’s about how you react. That is classy and I’ll give them another chance next time I’m in town.

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  5. Ellie VIP

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, tasty food, and incredible singer for dinner. 10/10

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  6. Peter

    Coastal Georgia13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wanted to try Texas BBQ but without the wait in the heat outside the famous places. Lamberts was a good choice. Delicious bbq, the brisket was particularly tasty.

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  7. Frank

    Las Vegas1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Way overpriced for what you get. Better options nearby for BBQ or similiar types of food.

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  8. Zarir

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, great portions and friendly service. Well located and central.

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  9. Dennis

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it, will always recommend it. As a resident of atx great whiskeys to go with a ceviche or something smoked…

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  10. Melinda

    Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From setting foot through the door to leaving. What an amazing experience, the prime ribeye is worth every $. Melts in your mouth, and tasted like more! Smoked & grilled baby back ribs, had a bit of a kick to the flavor but was lovely paired with the brocolli. Portion sizes were good and the atmosphere was lively. Servers were attentive. If you’re not from the area grab an inside table, outside was quite hot with very little relief, but we were accommodated inside easily.

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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 2357 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
Google Map for Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

401 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Guadalupe St
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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