# Iron Works Barbecue > Historic iron works building creates a rustic ambiance with vintage decor and outdoor creek views. Atmosphere feels authentic and old-timey, with moderate music and a hot, muggy environment. Seating is limited to picnic benches, blending casual comfort with a sense of history. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/IronWorksBarbecue - Address: 100 Red River St, Austin, Texas, United States - Phone: +15124784855 - Website: http://ironworksbbq.com/ ## What it is good for - Cool — 10/10 - Historical Sites — 10/10 - Authentic — 10/10 - Rustic — 9.4/10 - Lunch Spot — 9.4/10 - Local Spot — 8/10 - Outdoor Space — 7.5/10 - Outdoor Seating — 7.5/10 - Coleslaw — 7.1/10 - American Food — 7.1/10 - Food — 7.1/10 - BBQ — 7/10 - Ribs — 7/10 - Barbecue — 7/10 - Mac And Cheese — 6.7/10 ## What people say - "You have to try the beef ribs; they're huge and a perfect 10." - "It's a truly authentic Texas BBQ place with no frills." - "The historic building gives this place a wonderful rustic feel." ## Good to know - Iron Works Barbecue closes at 9 pm. - Parking is difficult; consider finding a lot nearby. - Get there early to avoid long lines. - Prices are on the higher side for portion sizes. - The restaurant is near the convention center and Congress bridge. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.