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Vegan
American
Fast food
Take-out only
Vegan barbecue restaurant, previously a food truck. Offers BBQ smoked on a smoker and served on a plate with sides like potato salad, coleslaw, mac and cheeze. Began service Nov 2013, moved to permanent location early 2018 and reopened May 2018. Closed Mar 2019 with plans to reopen. Please keep HappyCow updated.
22 Reviews
First Review by JuliaGarance
hardygirl
Points +24
It’s.... ok - Edit
Had a hard time finding the trailer- not a brick and mortar like the description reads-
Read moreI took a meat eating friend and said it was supposed to be amazing and ended up apologizing in the end. The meat was so thick and the texture was too solid - the Mac and cheese was too salty and I wish there was a no bacon opitions -
I wish I coulda tried the soy curls😒
Overall I wouldn’t go back except for the potatoe salad! That was the bomb!!
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jstig
Points +209
BBQ Vegan, who would guess? - Edit
Tried the lot. Bbq and sides were great. Not a lot of seating, so had the meals to go. Check the times of opening on their Facebook page. The Happy Cow times were wrong.
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rosalindnyc
Points +529
Great vegan bbq - Edit
Wonderful sauce, delicious sides. Very welcoming staff.
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Nuno_Vegano
Points +157
PLEASE REOPEN SOON - Edit
Missing my Austin BBQ. Hope they open back up soon. I’ve read a lot of complaints about the lack consistency in operating hours but I’m sure the owners have a good reason. People need to be understanding. This food trailer has been a favorite for my wife and I for many years. The BBQ sauce is homemade, the Vegan BBQ is smoked to perfection, and all sides are the perfect compliment to the smoky vegan protein goodness. If you’re a fan of BBQ revolution and are of dire need of your BBQ fix and have forgotten to give a review on Happy Cow please do so. WE WANT BBQ REVOLUTION!!!!!
Read morePros: BBQ is smoked to perfection , Sides Are Amazing , Vegan landmark in Austin
Cons: I live in Dallas
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Mountjoy32
Points +302
Bland Novelty - Edit
Ate here a while ago. Got there at about 12:15 with a few friends, and they still weren't open. The man working didn't even acknowledge us to let us know what was going on or when they would open. We just stood around, brushing away flies.
Read moreThey only had soy curls for the protein. I thought they tasted boring. I didn't like the mac much either. The potatoes weren't anything special, but they were good.
Didn't like the seating area. Lots of bugs.
Think this place would be worth trying if you live in Austin, just for the novelty of it... But there are so many incredible options for vegan food if you're just visiting. Maybe I just came on a bad day though.
Pros: Nice Concept
Cons: Bland, Staff, Location
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Veganmeower
Points +239
worst food truck experience in Austin - Edit
Very hyped up place in Austin , but both the food and the service was terrible . Will not go back .
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happycowloverrrr
Points +32
mehhh - Edit
It's never open when when online sources say it is, so you waste your time driving, they don't seem to care. I saw them at a vegan fest they sold out and wrote "s**** dank sold out" in huge letters on a chalk board at a family fest. The few time I have had it, it's been pretty ok, sides suck.
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BeckityBeck
Points +141
Great food, hard to get - Edit
My husband and I love BBQ Revolution as a treat now & then but have made visits on multiple occasions to find them not open during normal business hours. We check their Facebook page ahead of time but the hours listed there don't seem to be adhered to. Call ahead I guess.
Read morePros: Vegan Texas BBQ - obviously
Cons: Irregular hours which don't seem to reflect th
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Hail_Seitan666
Points +47
Worth the 1,164 mile drive!!! - Edit
I basically took a road trip to Austin because I heard about this place. It did not disappoint. I sampled everything they had to offer. Serious barbecue flavor packed into everything. Each side dish has their own unique personality and loaded with flavor. If you're vegan and are itching for some barbecue, make sure you stop in at BBQ revolution.
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Wilmarie.g.g
Points +219
Salt gallore! - Edit
Went out of our way to try out this food truck during our one day visit to Austin due to the excellent reviews. Arrived right at 4pm but they weren't ready so we grabbed a drink at The Lost Well. Came back out half an hr later and ordered the plate and 2 sandwiches to try both the tempeth and the soy curls. I was disappointed by the slice of white bread covering the plate but decided to get over it and get to the BBQ. A few bites into it, none of us could take the amount of salt in the "meat". The mac and cheeze and the mac salad were eadible but nothing to brag about. We decided to cut our loss and go eat somewhere else.
Read moreI hate to throw away food and would normally eat a meal even if I dont love it but I could not get through this one. I would not return or recommend.
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EverydayTastiness
Points +2727
vegan bbq - Edit
Proper Texas bbq is hard to come by in the veg space and bbq revolution does a great job. Soy curls, potato salad, and corn were great. The corn was a bit cold, but still tasty. The mac and cheese was also good, but not the best I have had (plum bistro seattle)
Read morePros: vegan bbq, easy parking
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almwyo
Points +175
Amazing BBQ - Edit
So delicious, I cannot express how impressed I am with BBQ Revolution. The staff is very nice and the food is superb. I got the brisket and cole slaw and it was to die for. Also, weird side note, but the leftover brisket that I had in my fridge dried out and became this amazing jerky. It was really odd but fantastic. I cannot wait to take my carnivore father here, I have a feeling he will love it!
Read morePros: Excellent Food, Friendly Staff, Good Value
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nafanc
Points +1615
Vegan BBQ?! - Edit
Yes please! The mac and cheeze is awesome, as are the soy curls and brisket. As a Texas native, I have a soft spot for the holy trinity of smokey-tangy-savory, but it's hard to come by since BBQ joints are rarely accommodating to the veg crowd. It's wonderful to have that void filled by the awesome BBQ Revolution.
Read morePros: Vegan BBQ, Mac and Cheeze, Soy Curls
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RunVeg
Points +167
Legit. Get the sampler with everything - Edit
If you're with someone, get the sampler platter where you get one of everything on the menu. You can't go wrong, and there is sooo much freaking food for a great price. My husband and I are eaters, and we still managed to fill up a to-go container with what we couldn't eat (and we threw out the 2 slices of white bread, too!).
Read moreThe brisket just falls apart in your mouth, not the stringy texture I get when I make it at home. Everything is smoky and delicious, and the sides are great. The only thing I don't love is the bacon ranch side, whatever it is, but it's edible.
Pros: Great meats and sides, Next to a sweet metal bar, Huge portions
Cons: Sometimes runs out
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HyperVegan
Points +77
Great bbq, friendly staff - Edit
Great food! Stopped by after driving down to Austin. The server helped me choose what to get, the bbq plate with beans and macncheese. It was amazing, I didn't leave until it was all gone!
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MizzB
Points +3855
BBQ Revolutionized - Edit
Agree with other positives; best BBQ ever. The smell of the sauces & spices, without that undertone of charred flesh, welcomes you to the truck, and the goodness of the food keeps you coming back. Mac&Cheese, potato salad, Cole slaw, beans - typical sides, stand taste tests on their own, even more so accompanying the ribs, soy curls, sausages.
Read moreA go to spot whenever visiting Austin area.
Pros: Excellent, tasty food, Great side dishes, Affordable prices
Cons: Sometimes runs out of food
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Veganmachineelf
Points +51
An ATX must! - Edit
This is the real deal! Traditionally smoked "brisket", soy curls and tempeh. Make sure and get the Mac n cheez. I eat here every chance I get.
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AaronHopkins
Points +16
Them sauces make you tremble! - Edit
BBQ revolution is slam, I litlerly reffer every new vegan to Austin to try them out! A true taste of vegan Texas lifestyle. The staff are so cooky and hilarious and the new location is perfect with a friendly bar that host wicked metal shows. Im All about them tempah Ribs and soy curls! And were else u plan on find vegan BBQ this good!
Read morePros: Recipes , Quiltly satan, BBQ and beer enough said
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KatieB
Points +449
Catering! - Edit
They recently catered a party I went to, and EVERYONE raved about the pasta salad, coleslaw, and BBQ. I've never been a BBQ fan, so I didn't try the no-bull brisket, but the smokey curls were a lot like smoked chicken! Everything I had was delicious.
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dgillotte
Points +73
Amazing! - Edit
My favorite "meat"! This BBQ truck is one of my favorite places to eat in Austin and I really don't like food trucks in general. The No-Bull Brisket ism y favorite and the Smoky Curls are good, too.
Read moreI also really love the Cole Slaw and the mac and cheese is also yummy.
My only criticism is that they often run out of food or seemingly randomly being closed.
Pros: Delicious, authentic BBQ flavor
Cons: can be flakey on hours, run out of food
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GingerheadMan
Points +42
Love it. - Edit
I love BBQ so this place is kind of cheating by being right up my ally. I love the food here and people that work here are always super nice. My only real gripe is they tend to sell out before I can get there. Great for them but crappy for my BBQ hankering.
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JuliaGarance
Points +22
BEST VEGAN BBQ EVER! - Edit
I love this place, I had never had vegan bbq before and was blown away. I have been back a few times because I am addicted to the bbq soy curls, texturally they are awesome and sauce is tangy and delicious. If you get the $9 plate you get a crazy amount of food and two tasty sides. Personally I think the vegan potato salad and the mac and cheese are the best, but my boyfriend loves the coleslaw. Even if you or someone in your party isn't a vegan they will love this place, the food is incredible.
Read morePros: omg so tasty (brisket and soy curls), awesome sides! love the potato salad, affordable & tons of food for the price
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