Original Black’s BBQ officially taking over former Trudy’s in Austin

Months after rumors first surfaced, one of Austin’s most familiar restaurant corners is officially getting a second life.

Original Black’s Barbecue confirmed Friday that it has found a permanent home at the former Trudy’s location on West 30th Street, ending months of speculation over the fate of the longtime Tex-Mex landmark.

“The Original Black’s BBQ has found a permanent home in Austin at the original Trudy’s location,” the restaurant wrote on Facebook. “We know this building holds a lot of memories. As we begin writing its next chapter, we’d love to hear your favorite Trudy’s memory.”

Fourth-generation pitmaster Barrett Black also confirmed the news in a video in the same social media post…

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