Distant Relatives

$$ · Barbecue restaurant in Southeast Austin, Austin.

3901 Promontory Point Dr, Austin, TX 78744

Central-Texas barbecue with African-diaspora flavors; smoked brisket, ribs and sides from a trailer.

Cuisine: Barbecue

Featured on 2 lists

• The 38 Best Restaurants in Austin — Eater Austin (updated July 2026) · read the original
• MICHELIN Guide Texas 2025 — Bib Gourmand — MICHELIN Guide (2025) · read the original

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