Food: Bert's BBQ Returns to Campus Area

T-Man at Bert's BBQ

Back in the 1970's, some sensitive people put out an album called Free to be You and Me.  On this album was a track labeled "It's Alright to Cry," which was sung by former NFL defensive tackle Rosey Grier. [I know what you're thinking: professional football players singing songs about crying.... I can't explain it as I don't get the 70's either.]  But, I do know that if you want an acceptible reason to cry, being informed that your favorite BBQ joint has burned down would be on the list.

The campus location of Bert's BBQ burned down about five years ago.  It was a dark day for Austin.  However, Bert's BBQ is back with a new campus area location.  Having taken over the space of the Wing Stop on 24th, it's convent to those in the downtown area.  More importantly, though, it's nice to see Bert's bounce back and have a second store open after the loss of the original location on MLK.

I enjoy the three meat (brisket, sausage, ribs) plate.  However, my favorite item at Bert's has traditionally been the T-Man (a mixture, of beans, sausage, cubed brisket, and BBQ sauce).   What I haven't tried yet (for reasons I can't explain) is the Turbo, a bowl containing the T-Man in addition to the ingredients for a Frito Pie.  I plan to remedy this oversight at some point next week.