East Austin barbecue staple closes suddenly, but owners say it’s only temporary

AUSTIN, Texas — After 68 years in business, Sam’s Bar-B-Que in East Austin closed last week — but owners say the change is just temporary.

The news broke in a post on Instagram on Aug. 28, where owners of both Sam’s and its neighboring daiquiri establishment, the Austin Daiquiri Factory, cited “issues” with the East 12th Street building without discussing details…

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