• Founded in Elgin, TX in 1882

    Southside has served Bastrop County for more than 140 years. What started as a local German butcher shop has turned into one of Texas’ most beloved BBQ joints.

  • Smoked Sausage Slammer

    Sausage, brisket & more

    Our meats are slow-smoked over a post oak fire for hours before they ever hit your plate. It’s a simple (but demanding) process we’ve been perfecting since the late 19th century.

  • Texas hospitality served with a smile

    Our friendly staff will welcome you with warmth, responsiveness, and expertise. We strive for excellence on every plate and in every interaction. Every time.

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A recent review

“We have visited this place about 3x and it has been excellent each time. We love exploring great Texas BBQ spots and this is definitely one of them.”

Charlie, January ’26

Meet us for lunch

We wake up early and start cooking while the rest of the world is still sleeping. That means lunch is ready-to-go when you are.