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The best burgers in Austin

P. Terry's Burger Stand leads our ranking for burgers in Austin. Readers voted it first in Best of ATX in 2026. Hopdoddy Burger Bar and JewBoy Burgers come next.

  1. 1P. Terry's Burger StandReaders' choice, 2026
  2. 2Hopdoddy Burger BarReaders' top three, 2026
  3. 3JewBoy BurgersReaders' runner-up, 2026

251 burger spots are open in and around Austin. The top 6 are ranked first; the rest follow.

Ranked by Guide2 from readers’ polls, critics and local food writers (how we rank). Updated October 11, 2026. No restaurant pays to be listed or ranked.

The top 6

How we rank

  1. 1P. Terry's Burger Stand

    Burger restaurant · Austin
    • Won Best of ATX 2026 for burgers, voted by readers [1]
    • The Infatuation (2025): “P. Terry's is Texas' answer to In-N-Out, but without the long waits and the Bible verses on the cups.” [2]
    • Eater Austin (2017): “P. Terry's boasts all-natural beef burgers, and quality ingredients.” [3]
    • #3 on The Austinot's burgers list (2012) [4]
    Where
    3303 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78705
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  2. 2Hopdoddy Burger Bar

    Burger restaurant · Austin
    • Finalist in Best of ATX 2026 for burgers, voted by readers [1]
    • The Infatuation (2025): “This is a simple burger made with quality ingredients that are a step above the average chain.” [2]
    • #23 on The Austin Things's burgers list (2023) [5]
    Where
    2438 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757-1131
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  3. JewBoy Burgers
    Photo: jewboyburgers.com

    3JewBoy Burgers

    Burger restaurant · Austin
    • Runner-up in Best of ATX 2026 for burgers, voted by readers [1]
    • #14 on The Austin Things's burgers list (2023) [5]
    Where
    5111, Austin, TX 78756
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  4. 4Mighty Fine Burgers

    Burger restaurant · Austin
    • The Infatuation (2025): “This feels the most like a burger you'd get at your friend's backyard cookout, complete with one of those hockey-puck patties that's super thick in the center and tapers off around the edges.” [2]
    • Eater Austin (2017): “Mighty Fine can be found flipping amazing burgers all over town.” [3]
    • #9 on The Austinot's burgers list (2012) [4]
    Where
    165 Hargraves Dr Ste T100, Austin, TX 78737-4795
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  5. Dan's Hamburgers
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    5Dan's Hamburgers

    Burger restaurant · Buda
    • The Infatuation (2025): “This is an old-school burger joint that feels like it hasn't changed much in the 50+ years it's been around.” [2]
    • Eater Austin (2017): “Dan's has been serving up burgers, fries, and shake since its inception.” [3]

    “Our goal has always been simple: serve food we'd proudly serve our own families.”

    Where
    610 Old San Antonio Rd, Buda, TX 78610
    Today
    Closed for the day
    Has
    Takeout · Gluten-free options · Vegan options
    All hours
    Mon6 AM to 9 PM
    Tue6 AM to 9 PM
    Wed6 AM to 9 PM
    Thu6 AM to 9 PM
    Fri6 AM to 10 PM
    Sat6 AM to 10 PM
    Sun6 AM to 5 PM
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  6. 6Phil's Icehouse

    Burger restaurant · Austin
    • The Infatuation (2025): “The patty is well seasoned, and there are enough variations—mostly named after Austin neighborhoods—to keep things interesting on repeat visits.” [2]
    • #4 on The Austinot's burgers list (2012) [4]
    Where
    13265 N Highway 183, Austin, TX 78750-3214
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More burgers in Austin

245 more · A to Z
  1. Austin - W. Slaughter Ln.
    Photo: fuddruckers.com

    Austin - W. Slaughter Ln.

    Burger restaurant · Austin
    Where
    415 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78748
    Today
    Closed today
    All hours
    MonClosed
    TueClosed
    WedClosed
    ThuClosed
    FriClosed
    SatClosed
    SunClosed
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Worth the drive

Within about half an hour of Austin.

  1. A.T. Eatz Burger Joint
    Photo: ateatzburgerjoint.com

    A.T. Eatz Burger Joint

    Burger restaurant · Dripping Springs
    Where
    23663 Ranch Rd 12, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
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  2. Buddy’s Burger
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    Buddy’s Burger

    Burger restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    San Marcos, TX 78666
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  3. Fat Shack

    Burger restaurant · San Marcos

    “Burgers, Wings & Fat Sandwiches”

    Where
    350 N Guadalupe St Ste 130, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Has
    Delivery · Takeout
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  4. Grins Restaurant
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    Grins Restaurant

    Burger restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    802 N LBJ Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 9 PM
    Tue11 AM to 9 PM
    Wed11 AM to 9 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10 PM
    Sat11 AM to 10 PM
    Sun11 AM to 9 PM
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  5. Jax Burgers Fries and Shakes
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    Jax Burgers Fries and Shakes

    Burger restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    117 E Hopkins St, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 9 PM
    Tue11 AM to 9 PM
    Wed11 AM to 9 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9 PM
    Fri11 AM to 2:30 AM
    Sat11 AM to 2:30 AM
    Sun11 AM to 9 PM
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  6. Johnny Rockets

    Burger restaurant · San Marcos

    “Johnny Sprockets is a friendly neighborhood full service shop for all cyclists.”

    Where
    3939 S Interstate 35 Ste 900, San Marcos, TX 78666-5977
    Today
    Closed for the day
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 7 PM
    Tue11 AM to 7 PM
    Wed11 AM to 7 PM
    Thu11 AM to 7 PM
    Fri11 AM to 7 PM
    Sat12 PM to 5 PM
    Sun12 PM to 5 PM
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  7. Shake Shack San Marcos

    Burger restaurant · San Marcos

    “We're known for delicious burgers, chicken, hot dogs, frozen custard, beer, wine, and more.”

    Where
    4025 I-35, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Today
    Open now until 10 PM
    Has
    Takeout · Delivery
    All hours
    Mon10 AM to 10 PM
    Tue10 AM to 10 PM
    Wed10 AM to 10 PM
    Thu10 AM to 10 PM
    Fri10 AM to 11 PM
    Sat10 AM to 11 PM
    Sun10 AM to 10 PM
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How we rank

Nobody at Guide2 scores the food. The ranking adds up what Austin’s own judges have said in public: readers’ polls count most, then critics’ standing lists, then local press and food writers. Every point is numbered and listed under Sources below. The full method.

What changed

Questions

What is the best burgers in Austin?
P. Terry's Burger Stand. Won Best of ATX 2026 for burgers, voted by readers; The Infatuation (2025). Hopdoddy Burger Bar and JewBoy Burgers come next.
How many burger spots are in Austin?
251 are open in and around Austin as of October 2026, including 5280 Burger and Taphouse, A&W Restaurant, Al Sabor Del Chef, All Star Burger, Austin - W. Slaughter Ln. and 246 more. Within a half-hour drive there are 73 more, in Dripping Springs, Kyle, Georgetown, San Marcos, Bastrop, Taylor, Elgin, Leander, Wimberley, Lockhart, Lago Vista, Spicewood, Hutto and Liberty Hill.
Which burger spots in Austin take reservations?
5 take online bookings: Hopfields, Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile, Josephine House, TLC Austin and Thurman's Old-fashioned Burger. The rest are walk-in or by phone.
Where can I order burgers online in Austin?
134 have online ordering on their own websites: A&W Restaurant, Austin - W. Slaughter Ln., Better Half Coffee & Cocktails, Buddy's Burger, Burger Bar, Burger Bar Campus, Burger Bar Congress, Counter Cafe and 126 more.
Is 183 Grill Austin in Austin still open?
No. 183 Grill Austin has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is All Star Burger in Austin still open?
No. All Star Burger has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Big Country Grill in Austin still open?
No. Big Country Grill has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Big Daddy’s Burgers & Bar in Austin still open?
No. Big Daddy’s Burgers & Bar has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Billie Jean's Burger Pub in Austin still open?
No. Billie Jean's Burger Pub has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Chi Chi's Food Truck in Austin still open?
No. Chi Chi's Food Truck has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Dart Burger in Austin still open?
No. Dart Burger has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is El Sapo in Austin still open?
No. El Sapo has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Fatburger & Buffalo's Express - Delivery & Pickup Only in Austin still open?
No. Fatburger & Buffalo's Express - Delivery & Pickup Only has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Jimmy's Big Burger in Austin still open?
No. Jimmy's Big Burger has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Katsu Burger & Bowl in Austin still open?
No. Katsu Burger & Bowl has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Lucky's Grill in Austin still open?
No. Lucky's Grill has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Melting Grill in Austin still open?
No. Melting Grill has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Moonie's Burger House in Austin still open?
No. Moonie's Burger House has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Sandeez Hamburger Hut in Austin still open?
No. Sandeez Hamburger Hut has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.
Is Westside Alehouse in Austin still open?
No. Westside Alehouse has closed. For burgers nearby, see the list above.

Sources

  1. 1Best of ATX, Best of ATX 2026: Readers’ Choice Winners - Austin Monthly Magazine, 2026. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.
  2. 2The Infatuation, All Of Austin’s Burger Chains, Ranked By Price - Austin, March 2025. Checked Oct 11, 2026. Archived copy.
  3. 3Eater Austin, Where to Find Fully Satisfying Cheap Burgers in Austin, March 2017. Checked Oct 11, 2026. Archived copy.
  4. 4The Austinot, https://austinot.com/best-burger-joint-in-austin-casino-el-camino, July 2012. Checked Oct 11, 2026. Archived copy.
  5. 5The Austin Things, 30 Best Burgers In Austin (2024 EDITION!), January 2023. Checked Oct 11, 2026. Archived copy.

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