The acclaimed La Barbecue restaurant in Austin, Texas will soon be expanded as the team is opening a new Portland location.
The Oregonian recently reported that owner Ali Clem is helping open a new barbecue joint called Lil Barbecue in the city. There is not a set location as of yet, but it may soon be announced. The current Michelin starred La Barbecue is in the Holly neighborhood of Austin.
The project will be led by Ben Vaughn, general manager of La Barbecue. After helping maintain the barbecue joint which has been open since 2021, he is taking his skills to the new location.
“I can’t wait to make this new venture with him an amazing one bringing central Texas barbecue to the west,” Clems recently posted on the La Barbecue Instagram.
Meats on the menu at La Barbecue include the brisket, pork ribs, beef ribs, turkey, pulled pork, chopped brisket and brisket chili. They also serve sandwiches with brisket, turkey, pulled pork and sausage. Another item they’re known for is their pickles, with a variety of flavors to choose from.
There is no opening date yet, but it’s been reported it will be opening sometime this year.
What Now Portland has reached out to the owner, and this article may be updated.
