Mission Statement

Our mission is to promote the unique characteristics and heritage of Central Texas barbecue, its culture, and our members.

The association is committed to being the leading business association for Central Texas Barbecue restaurants, and is committed to the preservation of Central Texas Barbecue traditions.

Association Bylaws

Ruby's BBQ owner long pursued love of music, food, art

Luke Zimmermann, 1949-2010

Luke Zimmermann, who with his wife founded Ruby's BBQ restaurant a modest storefront north of the University of Texas campus that quickly became a fixture among musicians and students died Saturday. He was 61.

He will be remembered for his booming voice, generosity and grace with his customers, friends said.

Zimmermann and Pat Mares founded Ruby's in 1988, despite warnings from friends about opening a restaurant during rocky economic times in Austin.

More on Austin360 »
See also lpzimmermann.com »

Board of Directors for 2006 - 2007.

• Luke Zimmermann - Chairman - Ruby's BBQ - Austin
• Patricia Mares - Financial Officer - Ruby's BBQ - Austin
• Margaret Valenti - Recording Officer - President of the Barbecue Guild
• Becky Meyer - Meyers\' Elgin Smokehouse - Elgin
• Bryan Bracewell - Southside Market - Elgin
• Stacie Ludemann - The Big Oak Bar-B-Que - Buda
• Skeeter Miller - The County Line - Austin
• Jason Wootan - Cooper\'s BBQ - Llano
• James McMurtry - Smokey Denmark - Austin

Thank You

We would like to thank the following professionals for the services they provide the Central Texas BBQ Association.

• Seedling Online, internet hosting and web design.
• Attorneys Kevin Heyburn and Sandra Zimmermann
• Elizabeth Derczo at Austintatious Events
• Roland Wawryzniak, CPA, CFP, PFS, CSA