The Salt Lick BBQ

If you know, you know. The burnt ends are the gold at the end of the rainbow. Crunchy, smoky, and packed with flavor.

Rib-tickling good!

Life is better under the oaks. 🌳 Make the drive to Driftwood this weekend for live music, fresh air, and the best BBQ in the state. The scenery is free; the memories are priceless.

Good golly that's a good lookin' plate of brisket with potato salad, cole slaw, and beans!

Smoking the good stuff since 1967.

Y'all know we serve baby back ribs on Sundays, right? See you tomorrow.

The magic happens long before the first bite. 🔥

Around here, "Family Style" isn't just a menu option—it’s a way of life. All-you-can-eat beef brisket, sausage, and pork ribs, plus all the fixin’s. Bring your biggest appetite and your favorite peopl…read more

Good morning, y'all 👋🏽

Sweet, spicy, and a little bit tangy. Our world-famous sauce is unlike anything else in Texas. Pro tip: Don't just dip the brisket—try it on the potato salad. Trust us.

When's the last time you got your pic at the pit?

The smell of greatness starts right here. Follow the smoke. 🚗💨

June is lookin' good in Driftwood! Open 11 AM - 9 PM today to make all of your BBQ dreams come true. 🤠

Baby Back Ribs! A Hill Country classic, available only on Sundays. Grab yours before they're gone!

Sundays are for slowing down... and chowing down. Treat yourself to smoked prime rib and fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs, only available on Sundays at The Salt Lick. Limited quantities available. Fir…read more

There's so much to love about Saturdays, but barbecue is still what gets us fired up! Get the family together today for a classic Texas feast in Driftwood. We're open 11 AM - 10 PM for dine-in, takeou…read more

YUM 😋

Today's forecast: hot and smoky with a 100% chance of ribs.

Today's forecast: hot and smoky with a 100% chance of ribs.

A Texas tradition you don't wanna miss 🤠

Our limited-edition collaboration with Teo Gelato has arrived for the season! Only available at Central Markets throughout Texas, this special treat won't last long. Pick up some today for a delicious…read more

🔥 Smoked low & slow, served fast & hot.

Happy Memorial Day! We are OPEN from 11 AM - 9 PM for dine-in, takeout, and outdoor picnic-style seating. Come get your week off to a delicious start in Driftwood, Texas!

Everything you need plus a whole lot more. OPEN from 11 AM to 9 PM on Sunday with good vibes and world-class barbecue. Join us?

Baby Back Ribs! A Hill Country classic, available only on Sundays. Grab yours before they're gone!

OPEN all Memorial Day weekend! Come see us for a delicious time in the Hill Country!

It’s a beautiful day in the Texas Hill Country! Come join us for a BBQ feast—doors are open from 11 AM to 9 PM. Let’s make your BBQ dreams a reality!

Feeling saucy?

Classic Texas 👌🏽

How to eat pork ribs at The Salt Lick. 1) Grab a napkin. 2) Give yourself some elbow room. 3) Pig out.

Your lunch plans just got saucier.

Big appetites welcome!

BBQ the size of Texas

Hello, Sunday! No better place than Driftwood to wind down the weekend. Scoot your boots to our joint for your fill of mouthwatering BBQ, Texas atmosphere, and Hill Country-friendly service. We're ope…read more

Prime rib is only available Sundays on a first-come, first-served basis. We also serve baby back ribs and habanero chicken as part of our Sunday Specials. Our full, regular menu is also available. Sor…read more

Give mom fresh air, flowers, and BBQ this Mother's Day! We'll be open 11 AM - 9 PM Sunday for the whole family to enjoy our regular menu or our Sunday Specials including prime rib and baby back ribs.…read more

There's no place more beautiful than Driftwood to go for a Mother's Day Feast! Our beautiful grounds, shade trees, indoor, and outdoor seating are all open for you to enjoy with mom this Sunday.

Congratulations, Texas graduates! We have plenty of BBQ to help your crew celebrate all weekend. See you soon?

Celebrate the end of the school year at the Salt Lick and treat your graduate to a festive barbecue feast! It's the perfect way to add a flavorful touch for your students and visitors, giving them the…read more

Hosting a graduation party? We’ve got room to spare and enough BBQ to keep up to 75 hungry folks happily occupied. Give us a call at 512-858-4959 or shoot an email to saltlick (@) saltlickbbq.com for…read more

Open ‘til 9 with BBQ so good you’ll be back again tomorrow!

Indulge your guests by holding your graduation party at the Salt Lick! We have several private dining room options, shoot us an email at SaltLick (at) SaltLickbbq.com for more information.

Celebrate your graduate by bringing them the valedictorian of BBQ. We do LARGE to-go orders for parties! Call 512-858-4959 to place your order ahead of time.

Y’all ready for this?

Treat your guests to the best! We have several private dining rooms available for your graduation party. Shoot us an email at saltlick (at) saltlickbbq.com for more info!

Ever get your hands on our prime rib? ONLY AVAILABLE SUNDAYS, prime rib is available on a first-come, first-served basis. We open at 11 AM. See you soon!

Hosting a graduation party? Feeding a crowd? Let us handle the smoke while you take the credit. 😉 512-858-4959 to order takeout

Beef ribs for graduation? You bet. We ship to graduates anywhere in the lower 48 states of the US from https://www.goldbelly.com/restaurants/the-salt-lick 🔥 Our legendary BBQ arrives fully cooked an…read more

OPEN 11 AM - 10 PM Saturday to put a big ole smile on your face and fill your belly. Come and get it!

Looking for a legendary spot to host your graduation party? Our private dining rooms are available and can accommodate up to 120 guests. More info is available by inquiring at our email: saltlick (at)…read more

Dreams come true in Driftwood! We open at 11 AM with world-class BBQ, legendary atmosphere, and Hill Country-friendly service. Come and get it!

Our private dining rooms are the perfect spot to hold your graduation party! Email us at saltlick (at) saltlickbbq.com for more info!

Pro-tip: We open at 11 AM 😁

Meat in the heart of Texas! Come and get it.

Looking for a legendary spot to host your graduation party? Our private dining rooms are available and can accommodate up to 120 guests. More info is available by inquiring at our email: saltlick (at)…read more

We're OPEN 'til 9 PM. You on the way? 🏃🏃‍♀️

Celebrate your graduate by bringing them the valedictorian of BBQ. We do LARGE to-go orders for parties! Call 512-858-4959 to place your order ahead of time.

Lucky you! We're open from 11 AM - 9 PM today. Come and get it.

Did you know you can rent our our lovely breezeway section of the restaurant for your graduation party? Email us at saltlick (at) saltlickbbq.com for info!

Chad Anderson brings the music to our patio stage tonight at 5 PM. Round up the crew and head to Driftwood for the perfect end to the weekend.

Nothin' like a pit stop in Driftwood on Sunday afternoon! Load up your wagon and head to the Hill Country between 11 AM - 9 PM for BBQ, fresh air, and live music on our Picnic Stage. Today we've got W…read more

Y’all ready for our Sunday Specials? Served on a first-come, first-served basis, our Prime Rib, baby back ribs, and habanero chicken are top-notch and perfect appetizers for a long Sunday afternoon. O…read more

Congrats to our very own Miriam Wilson for being named BBQ Queen during the first day of @lonestarsmokeout!

Having a blast at @lonestarsmokeout!

Plenty to love at our place! Get yourself to Driftwood for the perfect beginning to your weekend. Open 11 AM - 10 PM today for dine-in, takeout, and outdoor picnic-style seating. Ring us up if we can…read more

Hosting a graduation party? We have plenty of space and BBQ for groups with up to 75 guests! Please call 512-858-4959 or email saltlick (@) saltlickbbq.com for details.

Open 'til 9 PM with enough brisket and ribs to make all your dreams come true.

Hosting a graduation party? We’ve got room to spare and enough BBQ to keep up to 75 hungry folks deliciously distracted. Give us a ring at 512-858-4959 or drop a note to saltlick (@) saltlickbbq.com…read more

Celebrate your graduate by bringing them the valedictorian of BBQ. We do LARGE to-go orders for parties! Call 512-858-4959 to place your order ahead of time.

Live music. Cold drinks. Smoked meats. Come for dinner, stay for the vibe.

Our Star Garden is a lovely spot to host your graduation party! Seats up to 60 people. Email us at saltlick@saltlickbbq.com for details.

LIVE music on our Driftwood stage this week: Friday: Fallon Franklin at 6 PM Saturday: Jamison Eddleman at 1 PM, John Cavender at 6 PM Sunday: Hannah Swann at 1 PM, Frank Larossi at 5 PM

WARNING: food on social media may be more delicious than it appears.

Life’s too short to skip dessert.

Looking for a place for your next corporate retreat, birthday party, or retirement celebration? We have several private dining rooms available for rent at our Driftwood location. Treat your guests to…read more

It's a gorgeous time of the year to visit us in Driftwood!

Ever try our baby back ribs? Gotta get here Sunday to make that happen. First-come, first-served. #sundayspecials

Ready to devour the weekend? Load up the family wagon for a quick trip to the Texas Hill Country for our legendary barbecue, family-friendly service, and one-of-a-kind atmosphere! 🤠

Beautiful day for BBQ

WE SHIP BRISKET! And ribs. And sausage. And sauce. https://www.goldbelly.com/restaurants/the-salt-lick

How badly do you want these ribs 👇🏽

YES! We will be open from 11 AM - 9 PM on Easter Sunday. Hope to see your family in Driftwood for a feast!

Ribs, brisket, sausage, bison, turkey, chicken. What more could you want? Come spend a bit of your Saturday with us.

How about a dreamy pulled-pork sandwich for lunch?

Absolutely, we ship! Order brisket, ribs, sausage, sauce, and more at https://www.goldbelly.com/restaurants/the-salt-lick

Did you know you can rent our our lovely breezeway section of the restaurant for private events? Email us at saltlick (at) saltlickbbq.com for info!

Carnivores, rejoice! It's Friday, and we've prepared a Texas Hill Country feast just for you. We're OPEN 11 AM - 10 PM today, with live music on the patio starting at 6 PM. BYOB to our original Driftw…read more

Hard to beat "Thurman's Choice" for a satisfying meal. Brisket, pork ribs, and sausage with all the sides! Could you eat the whole plate yourself?

It's another beautiful Tuesday in Driftwood, Texas! Join us here in the Hill Country for a spring feast, fresh air, and quality time with friends.

Gorgeous day in Driftwood for fresh air, friends, and BBQ. Join us in the Hill Country for a Texas-sized feast!

Life is beautiful in the Texas Hill Country! Hope to see you in Driftwood today for some of our world-class barbecue, atmosphere, and service. We're open from 11 AM - 10 PM Saturday. Come and get it!

Is there anything more beautiful than spring in Texas? Doubtful. Head out to Driftwood for a breath of fresh air, BBQ, and a feast for the eyes. We're open for outdoor picnic seating, takeout, and din…read more

Join us in Driftwood this weekend for some live music with your BBQ! Friday, 6 PM Brad Jenschke Saturday, 1 PM Mike Sanford Saturday, 6 PM Dillion Lankford Sunday, 1 PM Mark Allan Atwood Sunday, 5 PM…read more

Indulge your guests by holding your next corporate or social event at the Salt Lick! We have several private dining room options, shoot us an email at SaltLick (at) SaltLickbbq.com for more informatio…read more

Monday morning at the pit. Smells like victory!

The week is almost over. Ready for a pit stop?

It was great to have @livefirerepublic out in Driftwood! Thanks for visiting!

You'll want to lick everything.

How's a chopped beef sandwich sound for dinner?

Arlington! Mark you calendars. We're coming for @lonestarsmokeout in April. Hope to see you there!

Experience the ultimate backyard BBQ in Texas at our joint in Driftwood – the perfect destination to host guests! Private dining rooms and the entire original restaurant are available for rental. Plea…read more

Mmmmmm... beef ribs 😋

On a scale of yes to HECK YES how badly do you want BBQ today?

Brisket? Check. Sausage? Check. Ribs? Oh, absolutely. Our pit is stacked and ready to make your weekend worth remembering.

Treat your guests to the best! We have several private dining rooms available for your next party or corporate event. Shoot us an email at saltlick (at) saltlickbbq.com for more info!

Open 'til 10 PM with enough brisket and ribs to make all your dreams come true.

If BBQ is what you're looking for, Driftwood is where you wanna be.

Make lunch worth it today.

Brisket, ribs, and sausage oh my! Make your BBQ dreams a reality in Driftwood. The only question is...how hungry are you?

Looking for a legendary spot to host your next party? Our private dining rooms are available Mondays through Thursdays and can accommodate up to 120 guests. More info is available by inquiring at our…read more

Spring is in the air and so is the smell of barbecue! Get your friends to our joint in Driftwood today for bison ribs, beef brisket, sausage, and much, much more! Give us a ring if we can assist you w…read more

Pork rib plate with slaw, potato salad, and beans! #classic