Aaron Franklin's Personal Tour of Franklin Barbecue

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  • čas přidán 21. 03. 2024
  • Aaron Franklin gives us a personal and super-detailed tour of the entire Franklin Barbecue operation. It's an honor that he did this for me to share with everyone. I thank him, Stacy, and the entire Franklin Barbecue team.
    See everything Franklin Barbecue here: franklinbbq.com
    900 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702
    Tuesday - Sunday - 11 am to 3 pm (or Sold Out)
    Pre-order here: preorder.franklinbbq.com
    Goldbelly: www.goldbelly.com/restaurants...
    Merch: shop.franklinbbq.com
    Instagram: www.toasttab.com/franklinbbq/...
    Facebook: / franklinbbq
    Gift Cards: www.toasttab.com/franklinbbq/...
    Franklin Barbecue Pits: franklinbbqpits.com

Komentáře • 193

  • @benpetot1515
    @benpetot1515 Před měsícem +39

    Seems like such a humble guy. He says "Oh nothing special." Mr. Franklin, it's all very special sir.

  • @WilsonsBBQ
    @WilsonsBBQ Před měsícem +117

    I’ve seen the inside of that dry storage and it was a room the size of a tennis court just full of Lawrys, jars of tallow and mad scientist bbq gagged and tied to a chair in the corner.

  • @KevinCasey64
    @KevinCasey64 Před měsícem +37

    Aaron Franklin is the Willy Wonka of bbq😂

    • @boogitybear2283
      @boogitybear2283 Před měsícem

      Not really. He’s not Black Enough.

    • @TheBeefTrain
      @TheBeefTrain Před měsícem +1

      Great description

    • @toms4020
      @toms4020 Před měsícem +1

      Great guy… love seeing him on these videos…

    • @RealTechZen
      @RealTechZen Před 16 dny

      He's the P. T. Barnum of barbecue marketing.

  • @slowfuse
    @slowfuse Před měsícem +23

    this is insane. What a well organised, calm and happy environment. Everyone seems to really know their business there.

  • @tikkin11
    @tikkin11 Před měsícem +25

    Quite simply this is the "Franklin's" of Franklin interviews. Best I've seen...and I think I've seen them all!

  • @anthonyburer3426
    @anthonyburer3426 Před měsícem +12

    Great job allowing the Girl Scouts out there
    That’s fantastic kudos

  • @HalfUnder
    @HalfUnder Před 25 dny +3

    I've had the opportunity to meet Aaron a few times now. Absolutely hilarious guy, a master of his craft, and a massive dork in the best way possible lol.

  • @tjnaevans
    @tjnaevans Před měsícem +7

    This was so cool. A visit to Franklin's is still on my bucket list!

  • @Isovapor
    @Isovapor Před měsícem +2

    Thanks for sharing. Awesome operation! Cheers!

  • @michaelescareno7048
    @michaelescareno7048 Před měsícem +2

    Thanks for posting this video!!! What an amazing operation and people!!!

  • @pjmoody
    @pjmoody Před měsícem +5

    Thank you for putting this together. I would love to get there one day.

  • @MRTEE-sy7sb
    @MRTEE-sy7sb Před 5 dny

    America is hungry for this…..far beyond good bbq. Back to simplicity, home made goodness, people in the community. Local butchers and bakers, farmers markets….list goes on. A young skilled girl in my community opened a small bakery, she is literally sold out 2 hrs after she opens, people line up no different than Aaron’s BBQ.

  • @dieselxdan
    @dieselxdan Před měsícem +3

    love this Franklin dude... such a nice, funny guy

  • @crazymonkey9611
    @crazymonkey9611 Před měsícem +2

    Man…u always manage to get great interviews and tours. Loved this!

  • @CoolJay77
    @CoolJay77 Před měsícem +5

    How cool to get a tour of the whole setup! I had no idea of the limited capacity seating.

  • @jonslyh2742
    @jonslyh2742 Před měsícem +2

    I was thankful to be able to go to the restaurant. Such a cool experience. I don’t think people realize the vibe of waiting in line there. Johnny Cash music among other great sounds while you are waiting in line.

  • @garryhammond3117
    @garryhammond3117 Před měsícem +2

    Thanks for the tour Aaron! - You're on my bucket list! - Cheers!

  • @VicBarry
    @VicBarry Před měsícem +7

    Wow. That’s just an incredible behind the scenes. Epic stuff Kevin. And great pacing to the edit too. Greets from Ireland 🇮🇪

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem

      Thank you sir. Can't wait to have a drink with you someday.

  • @rjschools2803
    @rjschools2803 Před měsícem +2

    Thanks for doing this.

  • @bluesguy-ld5st
    @bluesguy-ld5st Před měsícem +2

    Everyone needs to do the Franklin experience...it will change your life!

  • @adventuresandvacations4947
    @adventuresandvacations4947 Před měsícem +2

    Aaron is one of my favortite tv chefs. His pbs shows were the best.

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem

      I couldn't agree more. I just like how it continues to show the fun and curious side of him. Thank you for watching.

  • @D-Anonymous-1
    @D-Anonymous-1 Před měsícem +1

    It’s crazy to see how a person’s small business dream evolves! I hope we can make it there soon! Congrats!

  • @williamparker6649
    @williamparker6649 Před měsícem

    The side rarely seen of Aaron. Great job🙏

  • @barbaramerchant9822
    @barbaramerchant9822 Před měsícem

    I would be proud to call you my son Aaron. You are a very special young man.

  • @rchuyck
    @rchuyck Před měsícem

    This was a tremendous video. Have always enjoyed listening and watching videos on Aaron, this by far was the best. Cant wait to visit, by the way winter isnt winter without snow, Minnesota resident here.

  • @taccosnachos
    @taccosnachos Před měsícem +3

    Sheesh, pretty crazy operation! Thank you for this Kevin!

  • @michaelplatisa7247
    @michaelplatisa7247 Před měsícem +4

    I decided to head up here yesterday by my lonesome, to sit in line, and try some of the best BBQ in the land... so I've been told, seen, had (not fresh, kinda, a boss ordered a brisket for a holiday party in Seattle, and that's where I tried it the first time), and cloned (my best attempts).
    I spent nearly four hours in line and met a married couple from Houston who was in town for a wedding, a couple friends from Chicago, and another guy from the PnW area, I believe, as we had a lot of memories of Seattle, Tacoma, Vancouver, and all over the PnW. We all chatted, had a few drinks, and waited in excitement to try some really good BBQ. And I will tell you, it far exceeded my expectations. The best barbeque I've ever had. Even just chatting with the staff was nice. Taylor was great, as she came out and gave us notifications a few times. All of us even chatted about WA/OR area since I was wearing my Tacoma Rainiers hat, and she knew of the team being from OR.
    All the years my family and I lived in Central Texas, we never got to try Franklin Barbecue! It’s rated one of the best BBQ places in the country. And, oh my lamb… the wait was worth it. I would absolutely bs with folks from all over the country and do it again for four more hours.
    Every time I smoke a brisket, it’s always Central Texas style, and has always been from watching Aaron Franklin’s Master Class channel. Yesterday was an awesome day. Will definitely do again.

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem +1

      Your story makes me so happy. Thank you for sharing and thank you for checking this out. Truly.

    • @michaelplatisa7247
      @michaelplatisa7247 Před měsícem

      @@kevinsbbqjoints absolutely! The experience is what I was going for and got so much more.

    • @johnvrabec9747
      @johnvrabec9747 Před 16 dny +1

      I have a friend in Austin and he and his wife won a full meat dinner which was after normal service. He told me he would never wait in line there, but, the ribs were the best he's ever had.
      I do my brisket the Franklin way with Lawry's and tallow and my friends say it's restaurant quality, so, thank you Aaron for all your videos!

  • @joehitterman8620
    @joehitterman8620 Před měsícem +1

    Awesome tour!!!

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem +1

      Thank you! I edited and I still have watched it a few more times. Appreciate Aaron so much for doing this.

  • @NeoB-Lac
    @NeoB-Lac Před měsícem +7

    That woman’s eyes!!!! Omg!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @adamburling9551
    @adamburling9551 Před 21 dnem

    Very nice video, loved everything about it 👍 hello Franklin and team 👋

  • @wallyclark1895
    @wallyclark1895 Před měsícem

    You have a awesome work environment! And you are an awesome person!

  • @broysbbq
    @broysbbq Před měsícem +1

    great video!

  • @craigjohnchronicles2504
    @craigjohnchronicles2504 Před měsícem +1

    "I ate a lot of paint chips as a kid"...
    Awesome. LOL

  • @BBQPITDOG
    @BBQPITDOG Před měsícem +1

    I really enjoyed this video. Aaron is such a great Dude!!

  • @macEboy
    @macEboy Před měsícem +1

    Thanks, Sir Zar for the BBQdom!

  • @kevinwill8542
    @kevinwill8542 Před měsícem +2

    very cool video thanks

  • @lovejones7545
    @lovejones7545 Před měsícem +2

    The way to the office was hilarious!😂 Great video, Thanks!

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem

      Yes! that was one of my favorite parts. Thank you so much for watching!

    • @slowfuse
      @slowfuse Před měsícem

      that office gave me an anxiety atttack

  • @robertsaxon2383
    @robertsaxon2383 Před 18 dny

    Heading to texas in two weeks time , hope to get there. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @waynefish888
    @waynefish888 Před měsícem +1

    Thank you for sharing your story and video , you must be very intelligent an a great businessman , God has blessed you, 😊

  • @jasonsworldnow
    @jasonsworldnow Před měsícem +1

    i would love to visit and eat there!!!

  • @chuffman24
    @chuffman24 Před měsícem +5

    Appreciate the insight but the music does not fit the vibe at all. Ethereal piano vs. quirky, light-hearted BBQ joint?

  • @TheBeefTrain
    @TheBeefTrain Před měsícem +1

    I wish he'd do more content. Guy is awesome.

  • @ronaldreese7431
    @ronaldreese7431 Před 19 dny

    It’s the barbecue and the atmosphere , Arron your such a nerd 💯

  • @mattjordan5798
    @mattjordan5798 Před 9 dny

    Man I wonder how many people picked up on the Rachmaninoff take off from Willy Wonka included with the size distortion as he walked to the back of the storage room... classic Mr. Franklin!

  • @bobcat5241
    @bobcat5241 Před 17 dny +1

    The line can be long but it is kind of fun! It is totally worth it though, world class BBQ.

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před 17 dny +1

      completely agree. the line is part of the entire experience. I feel. thanks for checking it out!

  • @smokeking85
    @smokeking85 Před měsícem

    Loved the video, Aaron is a really animated guy😂😂

  • @randyhogan3071
    @randyhogan3071 Před měsícem

    Utter genius

  • @GoldenHorseshoebbq
    @GoldenHorseshoebbq Před měsícem +1

    Wicked video!

  • @PRESA25
    @PRESA25 Před měsícem +1

    It’s funny I guess I am just such a fan of Aarons I feel like I would be a bit star struck to see him just walking by and saying hello. I wonder if the people in line know they are in the presence of greatness.

  • @user-fv5mw8ee6n
    @user-fv5mw8ee6n Před měsícem +1

    Franklin's is the best.

  • @giovanni5063
    @giovanni5063 Před 14 dny

    Girl Scout Cookies!!!! Proportion of Cookies to Mesquite or Oak or Cherry or Apple? PLEASE! I've been eating Girl Scout Cookies for decades and never thought to include a side of meat. Best regards ,Giovanni.

  • @user-gt1dq7fq5o
    @user-gt1dq7fq5o Před měsícem +2

    Legend ❤ wearing a legendary tshirt ❤❤❤

  • @robedmund9948
    @robedmund9948 Před měsícem

    Wow! Throwing off some serious Mr. Roger's vibes in that intro!! You must be a GREAT neighbor!! 5 lbs. of brisket for a party - of ONE!

  • @jacobcorbin4325
    @jacobcorbin4325 Před měsícem

    I can’t imagine being in front of the Girl Scouts for hours. They shake me down every time. That being said Aaron is a fantastic host.

  • @lstruggy
    @lstruggy Před 22 dny +1

    S/O to Amoeba 🌁🙏🏽🔊

  • @hart316
    @hart316 Před měsícem

    The best bbq in the world!!!!

  • @brianveestrom6784
    @brianveestrom6784 Před měsícem +1

    wow. Thanks to everyone for this tour. It's impressive to pack so much into that property, it must be all smoke and mirrors. =)

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem +1

      Pretty amazing, right? Thank you for checking it out!

  • @glennevitt5250
    @glennevitt5250 Před měsícem +1

    Great show Kevin one day I’m Going 😎💯

  • @seansmith3747
    @seansmith3747 Před měsícem +1

    Pure awesome. Heard it so many times. Brisket doesnt make money😂 but if its good brisket, that is what gets the humans thru the doors

  • @T.C.216
    @T.C.216 Před měsícem +1

    Bucket list.

  • @zbe859
    @zbe859 Před měsícem

    Aaron Franklin is the Michael Scott of BBQ.

  • @johnlebzelter4208
    @johnlebzelter4208 Před měsícem

    Random question: is there a time limit your allowed to sit/dine at a table?

  • @Willismcnillis
    @Willismcnillis Před měsícem

    It’s so funny to hear Aaron keep saying “it’s winter now.” I’m from Cornwall in England and their “winter” is the same temperature as a nice spring/summer day here 😂

    • @eaglenest41
      @eaglenest41 Před měsícem

      I’m from northern Minnesota (indescribably colder than anywhere in England) and live in Austin now. There’s plenty of winter days that are in the 20s and 30s down here, just doesn’t last too long!

  • @kantemirovskaya1lightninga30

    Winter? Where is all the snow?? I have a foot of snow and its April lol

  • @steveb6370
    @steveb6370 Před měsícem +1

    Nice video, weird on hold music playing in background tho.

  • @jeffreykennedy5956
    @jeffreykennedy5956 Před 19 dny

    Saw the cookers. Still have the fab shop?

  • @bsmith8943
    @bsmith8943 Před 29 dny

    I couldn't imagine living across the street. Lol. I'm sure those houses are bit more expensive than normal.

  • @tetsballer1835
    @tetsballer1835 Před měsícem

    u got a sub

  • @hollisconant2566
    @hollisconant2566 Před měsícem +1

    and this is a slow day wow

  • @averyblanton301
    @averyblanton301 Před měsícem

    Would love to try this BBQ but not standing in line to eat anywhere.

  • @rwedel738
    @rwedel738 Před měsícem +1

    Is it possible to order a smoked brisket & have it mailed to my home in Grand Prairie, TX?
    If so. Can you provide a link?
    Thank you..

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem

      You can have it shipped via Goldbelly here: www.goldbelly.com/restaurants/franklin-barbecue
      Also Grand Prairie is home to Zavala's Barbecue. 421 W Main St, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 - They are amazing too.

  • @HolisticPatriots
    @HolisticPatriots Před měsícem

    Franklin Barbecue is the BEST BBQ in TEXAS!

  • @robpelton7559
    @robpelton7559 Před měsícem

    What was the camper trailer all about?

  • @davidvinson4681
    @davidvinson4681 Před měsícem

    you need to do a sweepstakes giveaway just like the Willy Wonka‘s chocolate factory, but you can call it Franklins barbecue factory. enjoyed the tour.

  • @joseurena7116
    @joseurena7116 Před měsícem +1

    I visited the restaurant in 2021, besides the incredible food you can tell they have come so far, the place is big but it grew from small, they deserve the success, food, customer treatment, merchandise, is all so nice. Every penny's worth, i'm jealous i didn't meet Franklin though, such a fun and smart guy, maybe when i return

  • @genslug
    @genslug Před měsícem

    I need to hang out with this cat.

  • @tommywalker742
    @tommywalker742 Před měsícem +1

    Kewl!

  • @bear-b-q1200
    @bear-b-q1200 Před měsícem

    Very cool BTS. Hope to make it down one of these days!

  • @CySaxet
    @CySaxet Před měsícem +1

    Great video. I can't believe how short that line is! Makes me want to head up there this weekend.
    Now that I'm thinking about it, it's probably back to being busy.

  • @krob777
    @krob777 Před měsícem +1

    You love trailers, don’t ya! Kind of a modular complex! Are you ever going to build a solid brick and mortar building?

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem

      This is a brick and mortar. They just have their old trailer in the back that does pre-orders.

  • @JustMe-fk5md
    @JustMe-fk5md Před měsícem +1

    He could show you what is inside the dry storage room, but then he would have to make sure you never leave again. 😂

  • @redbirdsjunkie
    @redbirdsjunkie Před měsícem +2

    I smell like bbq after watching this video.

  • @5cent27
    @5cent27 Před měsícem

    Anything you want to keep cold Tommy

  • @Calibir1
    @Calibir1 Před měsícem

    I always say: If they ever needed an actor to play the part of Aron Franklin, they would have to get Jeff Glodblum.... and that's all I got to say about that.

  • @sangeronimoband9018
    @sangeronimoband9018 Před 20 dny

    Where is this place

  • @DiamondBill428
    @DiamondBill428 Před měsícem +1

    Pretty high tech ordering system she had there.

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem +1

      Haha. Too funny. Seems to really work though. I hear they have it down to almost the exact person they know they will sell out with. Kinda amazing.

  • @Gunzby
    @Gunzby Před 20 dny

    I just noticed that Aaron looks like as if Johnny Knoxville and Steve-O had a son that just so happened to be the same age as them

  • @joncurtis19
    @joncurtis19 Před měsícem +2

    Was that $33 per smoker or for all of them? That is a high wood cost for each smoker - great video.

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem +1

      Yeah. $ 33.00 per hour for EACH smoker. Crazy, huh? I didn't even know this.

  • @kennethbynum7839
    @kennethbynum7839 Před měsícem +1

    Steve-0 you crazy guy

  • @mariuszarszylo1476
    @mariuszarszylo1476 Před měsícem

    I saw those prices per pound and had to pause the video. Wow that's expensive!

  • @BenFeldman-kz7gt
    @BenFeldman-kz7gt Před měsícem

    What was most amazing about this video was that Kevin didn’t say a word or utter a question! Unless, you advised Aaron what to say ahead of time. Just letting Aaron talk and determine the direction of the video was brilliant! Well done!
    The only thing Aaron seemed to forget mentioning was the involvement/ role of his wife. Mrs. Franklin has stated that she is asked all the time what it is like working for her husband. She states that she doesn’t. She is a co-owner who determines the direction of Franklin’s bbq.

  • @RealTechZen
    @RealTechZen Před 16 dny

    The state of dining out in Texas is such that anyone who waits more than half an hour for any restaurant in Texas is being played for a fool and deserves to be served as one.

    • @pachalo
      @pachalo Před dnem

      You sound like a guy who cooks Sh!t bbq

  • @oldchunkofcoal3141
    @oldchunkofcoal3141 Před měsícem

    Not the coffee cup I would have expected a Texin to be drinking from cowboy. How about a little pinky extension

    • @adamburling9551
      @adamburling9551 Před 21 dnem

      That would be an expresso. It's not the size of the mug but the quality of the coffee.

  • @Glenn-Glenn
    @Glenn-Glenn Před měsícem

    The color balance in the beginning made Aaron's teeth super yellow 😅 00:00

  • @jchapman1351
    @jchapman1351 Před měsícem

    My take on this is there’s serious competition now and he needs to be the face again. Would love to know when the last time he cooked there.

  • @mrbbwlover1551
    @mrbbwlover1551 Před 18 dny

    You can snack on girlscout cookies while waiting for your bbq

  • @lnchbx3
    @lnchbx3 Před měsícem

    LMAO...the Willy Wonka reference

  • @mistabone3899
    @mistabone3899 Před měsícem +1

    Anyone with ADHD thinking, this layout is fine? I'm laughing at the maze :)

    • @kevinsbbqjoints
      @kevinsbbqjoints  Před měsícem +1

      Yeah. I got a little dizzy trying to wrap my brain around it at first too. Makes complete sense to them for sure. Thank you for checking it out!

  • @davidevans474
    @davidevans474 Před měsícem

    Nice place but ware is it

  • @navyjax1128
    @navyjax1128 Před měsícem

    34 dollars a pound for brisket is that correct? Oh my.