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King's Famous Barbecue vs Austin's— Menu Price Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 2 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated September 2026.

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King's Famous Barbecue vs Austin's — Key Takeaways

At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners

Better Value

King's Famous Barbecue

Shared Items

2

Avg Price Gap

$3.51

Top Rated

Austin's

Price analysis: Austin's averages $9.23 per item while King's Famous Barbecue averages $5.72, making King's Famous Barbecue approximately $3.51 cheaper per item on average.

Shared food categories:

barbecue

Menu Item Price Comparison

2 items

Shared menu items ranked by largest price difference between King's Famous Barbecue and Austin's

# Menu Item King's Famous Barbecue Austin's Price Gap
1 Chef Salad $9.00 $9.79 $-0.79
2 Soup Of The Day $2.50 $2.89 $-0.39

King's Famous Barbecue vs Austin's — Which Should You Choose?

When comparing King's Famous Barbecue and Austin's menu prices, several factors come into play beyond just the per-item cost. Both restaurants share 1 food category (barbecue), making them direct alternatives for diners deciding where to eat.

King's Famous Barbecue is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With King's Famous Barbecue averaging $5.72 per item and Austin's at $9.23, the price difference of $3.51 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.

We track 97 menu items at King's Famous Barbecue and 82 items at Austin's, with 2 items appearing on both menus under the same name. This overlap lets you directly compare identical items to see which restaurant charges less.

Looking at ratings, Austin's leads with King's Famous Barbecue scoring 3/5 versus Austin's at 4/5. While price matters, the overall dining experience and food quality reflected in these ratings are equally important factors in choosing between these two restaurants.

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King's Famous Barbecue vs Austin's — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value

Is King's Famous Barbecue or Austin's cheaper?

Based on current menu data, King's Famous Barbecue offers better average value. King's Famous Barbecue averages $5.72 per item while Austin's averages $9.23 per item. For the full ranked price list, see King's Famous Barbecue cheapest items and Austin's cheapest items.

Which restaurant has a bigger menu — King's Famous Barbecue or Austin's?

King's Famous Barbecue has the larger menu with 97 items tracked compared to Austin's's 82 items. Between them, there are 2 shared items with the same name, plus 95 items unique to King's Famous Barbecue and 80 exclusive to Austin's.

How many menu items do King's Famous Barbecue and Austin's share?

King's Famous Barbecue and Austin's have 2 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. King's Famous Barbecue has 95 exclusive items and Austin's has 80 items not found at the other restaurant. The table above shows the biggest price gaps between identical items at each location.

Which has a better customer rating — King's Famous Barbecue or Austin's?

Austin's leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for King's Famous Barbecue. When choosing based purely on quality, Austin's has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.

What type of food do King's Famous Barbecue and Austin's serve?

Both restaurants serve barbecue. They share 1 food category, which makes them genuine alternatives for the same dining cravings. If you're looking for the best value within these categories, compare average prices in the key takeaways section above.

Where can I find the cheapest items at King's Famous Barbecue and Austin's?

For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the King's Famous Barbecue cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $5.72). The Austin's cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $9.23). Both are updated September 2026.

How much can I save by choosing King's Famous Barbecue over Austin's?

Choosing King's Famous Barbecue saves you approximately $3.51 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $12.29 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $49 or more.