KG BBQ

A food truck that dishes up Texas BBQ with a unique, middle eastern flair - incorporating strong flavors and herbs, as well as exotic meats such as lamb.We ordered lamb chops ($8.40 per bone), pork ribs ($30/lb), lamb shoulder ($34/lb), and Egyptian Baladi Salad ($5 a cup). They were all rubbed with seasoning. The meats were all well cooked and extremely tender / fatty. They did air on the salty side but it's better than being bland!I loved the strong flavors and components - with our meats we were given pita, pomegranate BBQ sauce, tahini sauce, and chimichurri. The cucumber tomato salad was flavored strongly with cumin and was a perfect complement to all the heavy meat. It was truly a feast!The food is served from a truck that is connected to a brewery. There is plenty of outdoor and indoor seating available.

A friend took us here for lunch this weekend after raving about it. It is a food truck which I did not realize. They were out of a lot of stuff by 3pm on a Sunday. I got the lamb rice bowl and a side of the potato salad and it came out to about 27 bucks which I find a little expensive. The potoato salad was amazing. Would highly recommend that. The bowl wasn't my favorite. I know kt has an Egyptian twist on it but the meat wasn't anything too great and I felt there was too many nuts on it. The outside is cute on a nice day they have picnic tables. All in all I don't know if I would come back and wasn't blown away especially by the hype but I'd like to try the ribs next time.

If I could give KG BBQ 5.5 stars I would! Let's go back and start where I found the Egyptian Cowboy... Netflix! The show fall BBQ Showdown where I got to see his pit master skills. I was impressed with the flavors he presented and how far he got in the competition with his cultures spin on BBQ, which was great to see. I was even more so excited to find out that he was located in Austin so I had to tap in ! I placed my order a solid hour and 30 minutes in advance (knew the wait times could be a beast) and was not disappointed when I swung by for pickup. Despite being a food truck, the vibe was electric--a buzzing hub of fellow BBQ enthusiasts, all drawn by the tantalizing aromas and friendly energy. I had a few convo's with people from Chicago who were visiting and over heard a lot of languages being spoken, which let me know KG's BBQ draws people from all over! I started my feast with the 1 1/2 lb Lamb Bacon Ribs for $18.00. To me these weren't your average ribs--each bite delivered a melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, with the rich, smoky flavor of lamb perfectly complemented by the crisp, savory kick of bacon. The careful note of "with no nuts" was me not wanting the extra garnish on my rib. Next up was the 1 1/2 lb Smoked Chicken Kebab for $15.00. The chicken was smoked and grilled to literal perfection, boasting a juicy, tender texture and that deep, charred essence you only get from true BBQ masters. The seasoning on this chicken tasted like a deep middle Eastern flavor that took me to a time I shared a meal with an old friend from Afghanistan and his family. With me being a sauce connoisseur I had to give their sauces a try. The BBQ pomegranate based style sauce offered a refreshing twist--its tangy, slightly sweet burst of flavor beautifully contrasted the robust meats. And then there was the Tahini sauce, a creamy, nutty complement that paired exquisitely with every morsel, including the perfectly grilled sausage that rounded out my order. Not to mention the red pickled onions and chimichurri to complement everything. What really made the visit stand out, aside from the epic food, was the top-notch customer service. The crew at KG BBQ was friendly, efficient, and clearly passionate about what they do, ensuring my order was hot and ready when I arrived--no fuss, no delays. I only waited about 5 additional minutes. KG BBQ truly stands out and I can appreciate KG standing on buisness with incorporating his culture in an Austin that dares you to be different.

KG BBQ is doing something truly special in Austin. We were blown away by how well they fuse Texas barbecue with Egyptian flavors--it's unlike anything else in the city.We had the brisket seasoned with Egyptian spices, and it was phenomenal. Perfectly smoked, ridiculously tender, and packed with bold, warm flavors that added a whole new dimension to classic Texas brisket.The lamb kafta was just as impressive--juicy, flavorful, and grilled to perfection. The seasoning was spot on, and the smoky char took it over the top.But the real surprise? The Egyptian Mac & Cheese. Creamy, rich, and topped with za'atar, which gave it this herby, slightly tangy kick that made it totally addictive. Easily one of the best mac and cheeses I've ever had.On top of all that, the service was friendly, and you can tell they put a ton of care into everything they make. If you're in Austin and want barbecue that's both familiar and excitingly different, KG BBQ is a must-try.

BBQ in the Lone Star State meets Middle Eastern flavors. A life-changing combo and one of my top recs for locals, visitors, and everyone in between. Think 1) traditional Texas BBQ + 2) vibrant and fresh ingredients like pomegranate arils, pickled onions, tahini sauce, and beets + 3) common spices (sumac, cinnamon, cumin, turmeric). Geniusly, it's a natural fit, KG BBQ is truly a masterpiece. Chef KG brought his experience in cooking traditional Egyptian dishes to the bustling BBQ city of Austin where he learned from various well-known pitmasters and other professionals in the BBQ industry. What started as a monthly pop up at Dia's Market and a supper club has grown to be a culinary stronghold and a crowd favorite BBQ spot.

Really great experience at this Austin icon. Arrived at 12:15pm on a rainy cold Thursday in January and there was no line at all! We were able to order right away, and our food was out within 5 minutes. Incredible.We got a pita and two of their signature rice bowls (one Brisket and one lamb). The bowls were packed with rice, meat, tahini sauce, almonds, cashews, pomegranate seeds and fresh veggies. Almost too much going on, but the flavors were absolutely fantastic. They danced together as well as I could have hoped!With tip I paid about $28 for a relatively small bowl, but I was surprised at how filling it was. I also do believe that the effort and creativity that goes into the food is worth the price.It was quite cold outside so we chose to sit inside the brewery next door, which is an awesome option! All accounted for, this is a great spot! It didn't blow me away, but I can certainly recommend it!

Brisket bowl was delicious. They ran out of a lot of the menu by the time we got there so make sure to get there early. A little expensive for what you get but definitely yummy. Super friendly service

KG's Chef Kareem El-Ghayesh isn't dubbed the "Lamb Ambassador of Texas" for nothing! The lamb dishes are definitely the highlight at KG. Both the chops and shoulders are out of this world.Parking in the lot is hit or miss, but there are plenty street parking options across from the truck. You order, then grab a table outside between the truck and Oddwood, wait, then enjoy!The first time we tried KG, we tired everything - brisket, ribs, lamb, but the lamb stood out the most and that's what we ended up always turning to every time we revisit KG. The lamb bowl is amazing! As sides go, salad is always a good option to cut through all the richness of the meats, potato salad is also good, and get the side of rice if you're not already ordering a rice bowl. Desserts were worth it too, especially the cardamom rice pudding.We'll definitely be back, especially whenever we have out-of-town visitors!

We ordered the ribs, brisket, rice, salad and rice pudding! It was all so dang good - personally we liked the ribs over the brisket but both were delicious! The rice has a mix of nuts and raisins which add so much great flavor and crunch. The salad is a mix of tomato, cucumber, red onion and dressing / vinaigrette - so refreshing and yummy! The rice pudding is great - an absolute must! We love it. We ordered Togo and food came out pretty quickly once we told them we ordered online. Lots of picnic tables outdoors to eat from - dog friendly too!! Odd wood brewing has some good frozen frose options and beers too.

I've been circling this place for awhile, but was deterred by the line (sometimes that's a good sign). Here's the breakdown after one committed visit:The line appeared acceptable (hitting the near corner of the fence) around 1:30pm on a Friday, so we jumped in. Over an hour later, we arrived at the counter, and about half the menu was sold out. No matter, some great items remained. My friend ordered their much renowned Brisket Bowl and I was too hungry to decide so ordered everything else. After ordering, food took another 30+ minutes to arrive. The Pomegranate Glazed Pork Ribs were moist and the seasoning is truly unique with excellent BBQ sauce. Looking forward to trying the Lamb Chops next time (on a MUCH slower day). The Lamb Shoulder is like a pulled pork but more lamby, unfortunately a little dry. The Egyptian Baladi Salad with Feta was fresh & beautiful, tasting of the Mediterranean. Not so impressed with the Mac n Cheese but that's not why we're here so goals for next time are more lamb & Kofta. After all, took over 2 hours on the dining experience, so this was not for the faint of heart. Indoor/outdoor seating at the neighboring Oddwood Brewing keeps people entertained, and they do carry out.