Originally Posted by
cubbie
I have family in Texas now, so I'm looking forward to a trip sometime. I won't mind spending a morning waiting in line at Franklin's. Beef is my favorite kind of barbecue --- pork ribs are easier to find here in Chicago, in KC, and other places --- so the next time I get to Texas I am going to eat beef ribs and brisket every chance I get.
I believe that Franklin's only does beef ribs on Saturdays so plan accordingly. This was last summer so you may want to call ahead of time to double check.