Three Austin joints received stars. It was the first time American-style barbecue has earned a Michelin. Hometown favorite, ...

Six days a week, crowds stand in line for hours for a taste of his mouth-watering brisket. Franklin's barbecue has been celebrated by everyone from Jimmy Kimmel to Anthony Bourdain to President Obama.

I've heard plenty of stories about people waiting in line for hours to try Franklin Barbecue, and menu items like its famous brisket usually sell out quickly. To ensure that I would be able to try ...