This location in the shopping center by HEB near Palmer is basically exactly like the last one I…read morewent to at Round Rock Premium Outlets with a small flow of traffic and not super busy drive thru. The Double Double is a double meat patties with cheese sandwich and then I had grilled onions added. This is how I like it. I was a multiple time a week regular of In-N-Out back in the 90s all over Southern California...then hadn't eaten it in over 20 years till the first one opened in Austin (and I was there day 1). With that said, today my burger was really great and I don't know if it's cause visiting here now often that I'm getting used to it again or what but I'm liking them again. V Also I'm always amused that the soda machine only has soda water cause I enjoy it...but it looks exactly the same in the clear cup as Sprite. Just saying.

Came here for a late dinner the other night and everything hit the spot. This was my first time…read moreordering the animal style fries with chopped chiles and I will definitely be doing that from now on. Service here was also great!

Love the veggie burger! Each time I visit this specific location the veggie burger always warm and…read morea soft bite. Soft bread, soft veggie patty and the lettuce is actually cut up not just thrown in there to wrestle the edges of your mouth. The special sauce is always automatically included in the veg burger and their side sauces come in little plastic containers which I love. Also, the banana bread is yum. No words! Banana bread over fries Attentive staff, restaurant cares about having heathy ingredients, fast delivery, affordable pricing and overall quality is great

What a great place to get a cheap eat and feel full/satisfied afterwards!…read more Came here on a late Saturday night and enjoyed a wonderful combo meal of a Cheeseburger, fries with no salt and a Coca-Cola with lite ice. Everytime I come here I'm satisfied with the food I've received, and I never have any complaints about them! This is the go-to place to be everytime you come to Austin, hands down 100%!

Buddha Burger gets a full 5 stars from me! I stopped by their food truck for a pickup order. I got…read morea cheeseburger (patties) with lettuce, tomatoes, bacon, and asked for the Nirvana sauce on the side, along with some barbecue sauce and fries. The burger was incredible- fresh, flavorful, and those smash patties really hit the spot. Everything tasted amazing once I got home. The order was ready in under 10 minutes, the staff was super friendly, and the price was really affordable. I didn't check for seating, but this is the kind of burger you can enjoy anywhere, even in your car. I'll definitely be back!

I finally was near the Pflugerville location to try Buddha Burger. I ordered double cheeseburger,…read moreregular fries and onion rings. This location is in a convenience store. I took my order home to eat. The drive was about 15 minutes, so it might have impacted the fries. They were good, but I would prefer they were cooked a bit longer to get a crispy texture. The onion rings were OUTSTANDING! The breading had great flavor and are some of the best I have ever had. Definitely, best onion rings in any burger joint around ATX. The burger was great. A great tasting burger that hit the spot. It ranks as a top burger for ATX. I cannot rank it vs other places in town. A place worth returning to try the other items on the menu.

Northeast Austin is so lucky to have Buddy's Burger. The quality of the burgers is actually great,…read morethe fries and shakes are much better than they ought to be, and they have a good beer selection. And they're open late!! Don't get me started on the service. Hearing "welcome in" when you enter makes you feel like a VIP, the team has great camaraderie, and Fredericka connects with everyone like a bff. The training at Buddy's is working because it's a great experience top to bottom.

I really craved a burger and Buddy's Burger delivered! No weird textures or unexpected flavors. The…read morepatty was safe too--beef! They also followed my instructions (no tomato, add pickle, sub pepper jack) with no error. The strawberry lemonade is a delicious summer treat and the fries were also nice and crispy. Yum!

The service provided is good. The behind the counter function like a well oiled machine. Every…read moreemployee knows their part and does it well. The burgers are always hot and don't forget the fries or onion rings. If looking for a quick bite or a meal I recommend this location. They also serve breakfast. The hours for breakfast are from 11:00 pm to 10:30 am daily. You can still order their famous Whataburger at 2:00 am.

Decent place for a quick grab-n-go type meal. Also they have deals so check on their app in your…read morerewards tab :) There was no line as I went and ordered my fries and drink (free whataburger burger) through the drive thru today. Service is what you'd expect from a drive thru - good and quick customer service. Food came out hot and freshly cooked/assembled. No complaints here. Happy burger munchies, everyone!

Came here for the pools ramen and it was delicious!!! So flavorful and the portion size was huge!!!…read moreThe tuna roseada was bomb too

Excellent service & delicious food ... the wait was worth every spoonful…read moreWould rate higher if i could.

I was on the hunt for good soul food in Austin, and The Rolling Rooster absolutely delivered…read more The collard greens were some of the best I've had in a while. They were perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of vinegar and cooked to that ideal tender texture without being mushy. The fried chicken and catfish were outstanding. Both were well seasoned, incredibly crispy, and tasted like they were fried in fresh grease. Every bite was hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The baked macaroni and cheese was good, but it leaned a little more toward a Velveeta-style cheese sauce than my personal preference. Still a solid 9/10. I also ordered the Peach Passion Fruit Hennessy margarita, and it was superb. Smooth, flavorful, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. The staff was friendly and welcoming, the prices were very reasonable, and the portions were generous. If you're looking for authentic soul food in Austin, The Rolling Rooster is absolutely worth the stop. I'll definitely be back.

I was disappointed with my recent visit to Rolling Rooster. When we arrived, there was an employee…read morestanding behind the register with a mop and bucket, and I noticed that no one handling food was wearing gloves. The young lady at the register left quickly when we approached, and when I asked if we could dine in, she told us there was no room. That felt unusual, but we decided to order takeout. While placing the order, she mentioned there were plumbing issues and something was overflowing, which raised another concern about the cleanliness of the environment. She also seemed anxious and unprofessional during the interaction. We were told the food would take about 15 minutes, but it ended up being closer to 30-45 minutes. Unfortunately, the food did not meet our expectations, especially for the price. The oxtails, rice, greens, and macaroni and cheese were around $36. The okra looked like it had been refried, and the chicken wings tasted as though they were cooked in old grease. The greens had an unusual flavor, and the macaroni and cheese did not taste like traditional mac and cheese. The oxtails were messy but not tender. Based on the lack of professionalism, the long wait, and the overall quality of the food, I do not plan to return.

Great brisket sandwich! Awesome chicken fried steak!…read moreMiss having John there to greet us! Wonderful Pflugerville restaurant!

John "MF'n" Brotherton was a growing tour de force in Central Texas BBQ, holding down the northern…read moreAustin metropolitan area with Brotherton's Black Iron Barbecue. John passed away in early 2024, while his family took over the shop in Pflugerville. Now just about a decade after opening shop, Brotherton's is closing down at the end of August. Following John's passing, they've hit a few road bumps from the rising cost of beef that's been plaguing Texas BBQ. Earlier in January they posted on social media how they were struggling, and again last spring. At the start of August, the Brotherton's family announced Brotherton's Black Iron BBQ in Pflugerville was shuttering for good at the end of August. Knowing this would be the last time I would be able to try it, my buddy and I took an extended lunch break on a Friday to give it a shot. Upon arrival at just around 11:50, we noticed that the parking lot was packed with multiple food trucks and other businesses filling the shopping center. We got lucky with a parking spot far away as we marched inside to wait in line. On the door lay plenty of stickers from different BBQ joints from Texas and beyond, with even some coming from overseas. The line moved slowly but surely, and as we got to the front we got our three-meat plate with a bonus slice of turkey for good measure. We ended up getting to Brotherton's at the perfect time because we got the final slices of brisket on that glorious Friday. I'll share my thoughts on everything we tried: Brisket: Though it looked like a great cut that was nicely seasoned, it was pretty fine overall. Nothing remarkable about their brisket while still very fatty. Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage: Juicy, cheesy, not really too spicy on the jalapeño side of things, but that might just be from the mildness of jalapeños these days. Pork Ribs: These suckers looked incredible from the pictures I saw online and on social media, but they were kinda disappointing based on how incredible they looked visually. They were good, just not as epic as I was hoping. Turkey: Turkey is underrated in the BBQ scene, and this is no exception. A nice cut of meat! Cornbread Casserole: I could've eaten the whole thing myself, so it was a shame that we were sharing. Green Chili Mac and Cheese: I'll repeat myself. I could've eaten the whole thing myself, so it was a shame that we were sharing. As a whole, I'm very glad I gave them a shot before I would never be able to again. That's the hardest part about Texas barbecue. The best places and the historic spots can drop in a moment's notice when hardships hit or the meat prices skyrocket. Sadly, I can tell that they're already at the end of their rope with certain menu options like the loaded nachos and baked potatoes, which always seem like the sign of the end. And with how the food was simply just decent overall, it's hard to justify the rising prices. I see reviews all over saying their quality has fallen off year after year following JMFB's passing, and it makes sense: he was the heart and the soul of the business. When that vaporizes overnight, it's only a matter of time. I don't wish for the downfall of any spot, but I understand that it's bound to happen to certain ones. RIYL: Paying respects to one of the greats in Texas BBQ