Business Hours
ClosedMonday
10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
708 W Austin Ave, Brownwood, TX 76801, USA Get directions
Smitty's Bar-B-Q has been serving Central Texas barbecue on Austin Avenue for decades, drawing a steady local crowd for its no-frills smoked meats and straightforward sides. You'll find the kind of honest, old-school barbecue that defines small-town Texas—order at the counter, grab your tray, and settle in at one of the well-worn tables.
Monday
10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
Brownwood
Dean's Lakehouse sits along the shores of Lake Brownwood, offering a laid-back spot where visitors can access the water for fishing, boating, and other lake activities. It's the kind of place locals point newcomers to when they want a straightforward launch point without the fuss of larger marinas.
Brownwood
Wild Duck Marina sits on the shores of Lake Brownwood, offering a blend of waterfront access, RV camping, and dining that makes it a practical base for anglers and boaters exploring this Central Texas reservoir. The multi-use facility combines marina services with lodging and event space, functioning as both a working boat launch and a gathering spot for lake visitors.
Early
Skies Over Texas Winery sits on rolling farmland near Early, offering tastings of their estate-grown wines in a rustic setting where you can see the vineyard operations firsthand. Note that they're only open Thursday through Sunday, so plan your visit accordingly for a quieter, more intimate tasting experience than you'd find at larger operations.