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Texas BBQ is practically a religion, and the Pflugerville area takes it seriously. Whether you're a brisket purist or a ribs devotee, here's where to find the best smoke near Pflugerville.

Texas Roadhouse

While not a traditional smokehouse, Texas Roadhouse on the I-35 service road delivers fall-off-the-bone ribs that rival dedicated BBQ joints. Their hand-cut steaks and freshly baked bread make it a consistent favorite for locals who want a hearty Texas meal without the wait of a true pitmaster operation.

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Texas Roadhouse

15415 N I-35 Service Rd, Pflugerville TX · View Listing →

TaterQue

TaterQue is Pflugerville's most creative take on the BBQ genre — combining smoked meats with loaded baked potatoes in ways that shouldn't work but absolutely do. If you haven't tried it, you're missing one of the most uniquely Pflugerville dining experiences available.

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TaterQue

1202 FM 685, Pflugerville TX · View Listing →

Driving Distance BBQ Worth Knowing

For traditional Central Texas BBQ, the Round Rock and Taylor areas (both within 20-30 minutes) have legendary options. But for keeping your dining dollars local, Pflugerville's growing restaurant scene is delivering more and more options every year.

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