Ruby's

NORTH AUSTIN. Ruby's is somewhat unusual as barbecue joints go. Along with the hearty main draw, the restaurant offers numerous side dishes (mac and cheese, several varieties of potato salad, fries, mashers, collards, cole slaw, vegetarian black beans, BBQ beans, and even tossed salads). You'll also find a few vegetarian options for diners who prefer not to eat meat. For everyone else, top-notch barbecue is a savory delight (and hormone-free, to boot).