Distant Relatives

Our out-of-town guest was craving BBQ, and since we'd already introduced him to Loro and Rudy's, we decided to try something new. We headed to Distant Relatives, and it turned out to be a great choice.The flavors here are funky yet comforting. The brisket had the perfect balance of fatty and lean, and the slaw had a surprising hint of kimchi that worked really well. Plus, they served cornnuts on the side, which was a fun twist.The service was quick, there's plenty of seating, and they offer free water, making it an easy and enjoyable stop for a BBQ fix. Highly recommend!

Was surprised when I heard that Distant Relatives was named best brisket in town. IMHO Barb's BBQ in Lockhart is the best in Central Texas. So I had to try Distant out. Bottom line? The brisket was AMAZING (and right up there with Barbs). The seasoning on the bark was WOW ). The chicken leg was ok (and surprisingly small IMO). Distant Relatives is in one of the best food parks in Austin. Would definitely recommend for any and all brisket lovers.

Super unique bbq spot, taking African culture inspired flavors and putting them into every dish! I got the spare ribs and the black eyed peas+pork burnt ends. The dry rub on the spare ribs was unlike any rub I have had (spicy, but such a depth of flavor), and the meat was super juicy and Smokey. The black eyed peas were a tender flavor bomb, loaded with burnt ends which added a nice porky dimension to the dish. So Glad I got to try this spot.

Brisket was *chef's kiss*The Cole slaw was kinda spicy, in the best way. And the sauce was so uniquely tasty! Kind of buttery/spicy/garlicy...can't really pinpoint but it was really good! This is one of the food trucks at Meanwhile Brewing, be prepared for a bit of a wait but it's worth it. Grab a beer and kick back on the lawn and listen to live music while you wait. You're welcome.

Wow is Distant Relatives good! I've been waiting a long time to eat here and I'm glad I finally got the opportunity. The brisket sandwich was 10/10. Great portion size and loved the slaw that came with it too. The folks who work in the food truck are fun to chat with as they enjoy their job. Good work!

Incredible beef tips and baked potato! This fabulous food truck has gained recognition and my foodie friend suggested it. Meat was delicious and savory seasonings. We sat outside and ate and drank beers from the brewery.

Aside from having the most interesting name in town, Distant Relatives also happens to be one of the absolute best barbecue spots. Located at Meanwhile Brewing, I quite like the element of surprise that comes with a playful, everchanging bbq menu. No matter what you order--whether it's succulent brisket, St. Louis ribs, beef shoulder, pickled okra, or the fruits of an exciting, rare, and insanely delicious Haitian food collab (shout out Chef Paul Toussaint!)--you won't be disappointed. The fare is a much needed antidote to pumpkin spice-wartime-election-eclipse-hurricane season. And I'm so grateful this place exists.

Came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Had essentially no wait time and my food was ready pretty soon after ordering. Only one meat (I think pulled pork?) and two of the four sides were sold out by the time I ordered around 1230.I went for the brisket with a side of spicy peanuts and thought they were both great!The brisket itself was cooked nicely, had a good mix of lean and fat. Solid amount of smoke on the bark. Compared to the other meats this was very traditional, but the spicy mustard it was served with was a little different and really tasty. Excited to come back and try some of the less Texas traditional meat offerings they haveThe peanuts were just as fantastic as I was hoping for. The spice isn't too heavy, but definitely builds as you eat more. I could see this not working as a standalone side for some, but if you like your spice and peanuts, this is a must try.Overall they definitely lived up to the hype and I'm sure I'll be back here to try more of the menu!

Came here during my 3 hour layover in Austin per my cousin suggestion. I had the sampler plate that had the chicken, ribs, brisket sandwich. Everything was pretty good a bit salty. My favorite things were the sando I loved the slaw on it and surprisingly the chicken. I'm not a huge fan of BBQ chicken but it was still moist wasn't dry and very flavorful. Service was good he was patient with me and suggested the sampler (that wasnt on the menu) so that I can try everything!! I apperciate that. This was located I believe in a beer garden because there was a brewery in the same spot as it. It was a hot day out yet still beautiful day to have some BBQ and a cold brew.

We saw Distant Relatives on Somebody Feed Phil and thought the food, especially the sides, looked amazing. Phil had pickled golden beets and roasted radishes. I LOVE both of those veggies, so I was pumped to go! I get that sides are seasonal, and unfortunately, those items were not on the menu when we visited. The friend that we met up with had been here before, but had not eaten at this food truck. It's housed in a really cool space adjacent to a large brewery. The outdoor area is fantastic! SO many benches, beautiful trees, lots of shade, play areas for kids, and a few stages. My friend said they have live music often and she loves hanging out there. She ordered a brisket sandwich, and we ordered chicken (bummed they didn't have turkey), brisket, spare ribs, pickled okra, and their black eyed peas with burnt ends. She said her sandwich was fine, and she didn't seem wowed. Our food? Honestly, forgettable. We maybe ate 1/2 of all the food we got. I did LOVE the black eyed peas with burnt ends and ended up mainly eating that. I don't know if this was an off day? Maybe if they had the sides I was hoping for, would I have liked them more? The meat was just whatever, certainly didn't blow our minds, and the was our least favorite meal we had in Austin. I couldn't even tell you how it tasted the next day, let alone three weeks later.Cool place to hang out, but not great BBQ in my opinion.