our story

• The Legend »

  Read about the first 125 years or so of the Oldest Barbeque Joint in Texas.

• Animated History »

  Watch the history of Southside Market, from the beginning of time to modern day … in less than 3 minutes.

• In 1882 »

  See what else was going on around the world when Southside Market first started making sausage.

• Ask Ernest »

  The grandfather of Texas barbeque, Ernest Bracewell, answers many frequently asked questions about sausage.

• Greetings from Elgin »

  Send your friends the taste of Elgin with this collection of vintage e-cards from Southside Market & Barbeque.