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The feud between Kent Black (of Black's Barbecue in Lockhart) and Terry Black (of Terry Black's Barbecue in Austin and other locations) comes down to a family business dispute that became public. Here’s a simplified breakdown of the situation: The Family BBQ Legacy Black's Barbecue, founded in 1932 in Lockhart, Texas, is one of the oldest barbecue joints in the state and has been run by the Black family for generations. Kent Black, a third-generation pitmaster, runs the original location in Lockhart. The restaurant has always been synonymous with quality, and the family name has been a huge part of its success. The Dispute In the early 2010s, Terry and Mike Black, Kent's twin nephews, decided to open their own barbecue restaurant, Terry Black's Barbecue, in Austin. This move caused tension in the family, partly because they used the Black family name in their restaurant branding, which caused confusion among customers. While Kent continued to run the original Black’s Barbecue in Lockhart, Terry and Mike branched out with their own place, which drew comparisons—and sometimes controversy—due to its similarity to the original. Kent Black and his side of the family saw this as a challenge to the family’s original business and brand, especially since the nephews used their dad’s (Terry's) name, making people think they were associated with the original Lockhart location when they were not. Legal Issues The feud escalated to legal battles, with disputes over trademarks and use of the Black family name in the barbecue business. While Terry Black's has expanded with locations in Austin, Dallas, and beyond, the original Black's Barbecue has stayed rooted in Lockhart and nearby San Marcos. Different Philosophies The feud is also fueled by differing visions for how the family business should evolve. Kent’s side focuses on keeping things traditional and rooted in Lockhart, while Terry and Mike have expanded rapidly, taking their version of Black family BBQ into new territories. Despite these tensions, both businesses have loyal followings and are considered some of the best BBQ joints in Texas. In summary, the feud revolves around family dynamics, the use of the Black name, business expansion, and different visions for the brand's future.