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    Lower 48

    3.8 (42 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Amanda P.

    Front porch tea is so good! Good chips and guacamole and fish tacos. Still a reasonably priced place to get drinks and snacks! Good service and great atmosphere with upstairs/rooftop seating too!

    Lola M.

    Such a good brunch spot!! My boyfriend just moved to a new apartment called Shelby ranch, and it has a lot of cute little restaurants and such around it so we're excited to start trying some of them. One of them which is walking distance, is called lower 48 and has great brunch/breakfast. My boyfriend got a breakfast sandwich that looks more like a breakfast burger but was so delicious and he loved it! I got a Moroccan dish with eggs and it was super amazing I really really liked it!! We will for sure be coming back. They also have an updates where they play the Austin FC games and have a bar etc. our waitress was SUPER nice even though the latte took long, she was super apologetic. Definitely recommend!

    Outdoor area
    Roxanne S.

    This place just opened but you can tell it's going to be a popular spot. They have a large outdoor area with tables and some outdoor games. They also do live music every once in a while. The food was good. I got a brunch burger and fries and it was really tasty. I'm not sure what the white sauce was that came with the fries but it was unique and really good. My waitress was super kind and helpful. She was happy to help with substitutions and answer my questions. It was overall a nice experience.

    Denver omelette, roasted red potatoes, good quality
    D. G. A.

    Re-opened as of 12/13/2025 Got a chance to stop in for some samples Had a Denver omelette, a brunch cheeseburger, fries, and the chicken and waffles! This place has loads of potential! Love the ambience and atmosphere. Food prices are fair, portion size is acceptable, and quality of food very good. Not crazy about the chicken and waffles though other people at our table like them quite a bit thought my Denver omelette was well cooked. Love the flavors. Had the roasted red potatoes, which were great! Burger looked a little overdone, but was still tasty! Overall, I'd like to try it a few more times. I think they have a good start and this place could be a real winner.

    48 Margarita Tequila, Gran Marnier, lime juice, agave, amaretto liqueur
    Brenda L.

    I went for happy hour and had the mussels, onion rings and Brussel sprouts!! I also took Home the SW burger and the chicken and waffles!! All were a hit and would go again!! Drinks were nice sized, and $2 off select cocktails during happy hour. I think apps were $1 off. They have an upstairs area which is really nice but can't serve there yet due to ADA compliance. Hopefully in the next few moths tho bc it was a nice set-up. Only downfall was is it located in a busy cross street, so it can get a little noisy from the vehicles. They plan to set up a band area which should take away from that. They're still going thru some growing pains and aren't ready to handle a huge crowd but that is easy to iron out. The owner gave me a free drink bc he said they were busy but I honestly didn't wait more than 4 minutes or so. Very wonderful staff and extremely accommodating. Will definitely go back!! Onion rings were a little salty but not overpowering. I'd love to see them do beer battered onion ring, but they were fresh and still very delicious!! Brussel sprouts could've used a little less balsamic but I didn't have an issue with that personally. Mussels were fabulous and super tasty. The maple syrup dressing for the waffles and fried chicken were to die for. Yummm

    Nicole C.

    Wanted to check this place out and well hmm...let me start with the good, the shashito peppers and the view/atmosphere are nice. The burger I ordered was the "sophisticated " burger which was supposed to have had Gruyère, smoked bacon, crispy shallots and truffle aioli. I should have been nervous when the waitress didn't ask how I wanted it cooked. Sadly there was nothing sophisticated about this meal. The burger was so dry I had to order a second drink to wash it down (which a $14 glass of mediocre wine made that a bit painful) there was no flavor the one shallot Infound was barely cooked and had green in the center and the fries were cooked in old oil or at least that is what they tasted like. Will I go back? Possible for the shishitos and the view. Service was meh and slow (except for the food runner, he was great)

    Brussel sprouts
    James K.

    We came here about a week ago and had a fantastic visit! We were able to order immediately and grab a table outside with no wait, right around dinner time. The food was delicious! The brussel sprouts were a solid appetizer. The burger and fries also was on point. I liked the crab & avocado toast as well. Plus, their staff was friendly too. Gene took our order at the bar and he was helpful. I think it was Heather who brought our food out and she was nice too. We will be back for sure!

    Candice N.

    Finally got to try this new spot! It was a beautiful day so we sat on the patio which had plenty of space and seats. The interior decor is GORGEOUS! Really inviting and beautiful. We ordered drinks and shared the smash burger and a side of Brussels sprouts. The sprouts were awesome! The smash burger was good, too. It came with fries but not very many. A friend ordered the pickled veggies and another friend ordered the Austin salad, and he gave it a 3/5 (said the steak was overcooked). We went to the upstairs and didn't stick around -- it's beautiful too but without a bar up there seemed like just more space. Might be a good area to host events! Lastly, the bartender wasn't super friendly. I wouldn't let it keep me from returning but just something to point out.

    Ashleigh J.

    Finally saw the "now open" sign and was super excited for this new place! Great seating options inside, outside and upstairs. They have TV's around playing football so it's an easy place to go and just watch the game. Ordered a smash burger, wings and the shishito peppers. All of it was good- however the blistered shishitos were not very "blistered" and the burger was not "smashed" in any way. Burger and wings had great flavor and I would order again! Lots of drink options and the bartenders were very friendly! Also it's very easy parking with plenty of spots. Worth checking out, I will be back!

    12/25: New Cocktail menu and Regular Menu

    Reopened to new management about a week ago. We went last night and nothing much has changed... The seating inside has increased and the menu has changed. The smash burgers have been replaced and while we didn't order the new burger, it looks delicious. We ordered the mussels and onion rings and both were incredible. Beer selection is almost, if not identical to before they reopened. Really hope they do well because we love this spot.

    Breakfast burger

    It's open . This place is going to be popping soon . A real comfortable place to bring families and friends. Perfect for weddings upstairs.

    Upstairs patio
    Rob Z.

    So happy to have this great restaurant + bar on Mechanca! We've been here for brunch and dinner and the food and service has been exceptional every time. Order at the bar and they'll bring your order out, but we've also had someone come out to check on us and get us beverage refills. I've had the burger at both brunch and dinner and it is top notch. The home fries are great too, and they'll bring you some Cholula if you like. I love that they have an open patio seating arrangement and a covered patio upstairs for when the blazing heat becomes too much. I'm hoping they'll add a little more South Austin flair to the covered patio upstairs. They also make a solid Old Fashioned, and hopefully they'll maybe eventually carry THC seltzers too. This is becoming one of our go-to spots after playing pickleball across the street.

    Breakfast burger
    Kim D.

    Ya'll...this is one of the best burgers in Austin hands down. I've eaten here multiple times and have never been disappointed by the food (I do always get the burger). Thrilled to have a solid brunch spot in South Austin. Staff is solid...fast, friendly. Dog friendly patio. I do wish they would spruce up the upstairs with a mural. Good parking.

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    11 months ago

    awesome sauce benedict!!! great atmosphere and outdoor area upstairs cool great place to bring family and pups

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    Mission Burger

    Mission Burger

    4.7(199 reviews)
    5.8 mi78704 (South Austin)
    $$

    We returned to Mission Burger for the second time today because everything we had the first visit…read morewas so delicious--and once again, they did not disappoint. The food is incredible, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff truly make this place special. Huge shoutout to amazing team members Ariel and Emily for being so warm and kind. The chef even made our pup Zoloft a pup cup today, which was such a sweet gesture. The lovely woman who helped us during our last visit also gave Zoloft a pup cup, so they've consistently shown kindness to our little family. They even gave complimentary vegan cookies to guests when we arrived (not sure if it was a special promotion, but such a thoughtful touch!). And the ice cream... WOW. Made with lentils, and honestly some of the best ice cream we've ever had--rich, creamy, and unforgettable. Friendly staff, delicious food, thoughtful service, and creative plant-based treats. Mission Burger is a gem in Austin, and we'll absolutely be back again whenever we return to Austin

    It was my first time here, and I couldn't be more impressed. The service was excellent. The person…read moreat the front was friendly and helpful, offering suggestions and giving me a cookie while I was ordering. As for the food, I was amazed that it was all plant-based and made with high-quality ingredients. I ordered the Ruben, Steak Burger, and Lemon Pepper Chicken Sandwich. They were all great, but my personal favorite was the Lemon Pepper Chicken Sandwich.

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    Mission Burger - My perfect bite of the smoked brisket cheese fries  it so good!! How do they make mushrooms to taste so savory and delicious

    My perfect bite of the smoked brisket cheese fries it so good!! How do they make mushrooms to taste so savory and delicious

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    Jimmy's Big Burger

    Jimmy's Big Burger

    4.7(78 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    This burger spot is essentially just a food truck, but the food is solid, and the service is great…read more The food truck itself is nice and clean, and there's a big signage out front. There is some picnic bench seating if you care to eat there, but each order is ready to take home You can also find a menu and other information posted on the outside. The menu mostly offers burgers, but there are a couple other offerings like a cheesesteak, partner, etc. The staff were very friendly and precessional. I really appreciated that they double checked everything in our to-go bags against what we ordered just to make sure we had everything. Everything was bagged, and the orders had the individual order and special order requests written on top Everything tasted great. The burgers were classic burgers, slightly messy, but very flavorful. The fries weren't quite as crisp as I like, but they were seasoned well and tasty Some tips: Consider ordering online so you can have your meal ready when you arrive The burgers/entrees don't come with fries, so, consider ordering a couple fries to share. One order of fries is more than enough for 2 people to share. To do this just make your meal a combo on the ones you want to have fries. Combos also come with a drink, but it's not a fountain drink it's in cans which they also bag for you Cheers!!

    5/5 Stars - Hands-down the best meal of my trip!**…read more I'm in town for a conference and have been eating out every single day--hotel breakfasts, chain spots, random takeout--and honestly, nothing has come close to what I had at Jimmy's Big Burger tonight. This was by far the best meal I've had all week. The cheeseburger was outstanding. The bun was perfect--soft, and held everything together without getting soggy. The meat had incredible flavor, juicy and well-seasoned, and the divine (I'm assuming that's the special sauce or topping?) absolutely blew me away--it took the whole thing to another level. The fries were exactly how I like them: thick-cut, tender, not overly crunchy or crispy, and seasoned to perfection. Every bite was spot-on. Service was excellent too--friendly, attentive, and quick without feeling rushed. Shoutout to the team for making a conference-weary traveler feel right at home. If you're anywhere near Jimmy's, do yourself a favor and go. I'm already thinking about coming back before I leave town. So well done--thank you! Highly recommend. 10/10 would eat again.

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    Wholly Cow - Double cheese burger

    Wholly Cow

    4.0(757 reviews)
    6.1 miSouth Lamar District, 78704 (South Austin)
    $

    Pretty damned good burgers! Hole in the wall kitchen that sells other "stuff." Nice folks…read more Really good, quality burgers. I'm a fan of the Wholly Schiesse - has jalapeños and a habanero sauce. Branch out grab the Reuben or a cheesesteak (it ain't from Philly but it's still pretty good).

    So.. so.. disappointing!!! This was one of my go-to spots because the quality of their burgers was…read morealways on point. You could really taste the freshness and care they put into every bite. Recently, I went back after not having it for a while, craving that same experience... but unfortunately, it just wasn't the same. The burger tasted different -- almost like they've changed something or started taking shortcuts. It was like a school lunch burger + the onion rings were burnt but also cold at the same time. The flavor and quality that made me come back before just weren't there this time, which was super disappointing. I honestly left feeling a little sad because I used to go there all the time for that exact reason and took a 30 min drive to try it again. On the positive side, the staff is still amazing. Everyone was really friendly, and that part hasn't changed at all. And I did grab one of the locally made sweets from the fridge, and that was actually really good. I'm really hoping they go back to the quality they used to have, because Wholly Cow used to be one of the best burger spots around.

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    Wholly Cow - Vegan Cheesesteak: Texas Tempeh sautéed with grilled onions, mushrooms, and vegan cheese on a sub roll.

    Vegan Cheesesteak: Texas Tempeh sautéed with grilled onions, mushrooms, and vegan cheese on a sub roll.

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    Eureka! - Something for everyone!

    Eureka!

    4.1(1.3k reviews)
    8.9 miDowntown
    $$

    My friends and I came here late on a Sunday night after watching the bats at Congress Bridge. It is…read morenot a far walk and it looked pretty popular compared to other restaurants we had passed while exploring the city. The hostess greeted us warmly and we were quickly seated. Our server was lots of fun and patient with us as we took our time determining drinks and meals. We started with their nachos appetizer to split, which was really good. The chips were evenly covered with toppings, and it was just enough to get us through until our meals. My friend and I split their special burger that day, which was a green goddess burger and swapped the regular patty for a veggie patty. It was great! The veggie patty reminded me a lot of falafel, which is one of my favorite foods, and it went really well with their green goddess dressing and other toppings. We also both got their sweet potato fries as a side. They come with a spicy aoli that went very well with them. The rest of the group got the same burger, the Bone Marrow, which was a mix of regular beef and waygu. Everyone said it was probably one of the best burgers they've ever had in their lives! The vibes of this place were great, the staff was great, and the food was the greatest part of all. When we come back to Austin, this place will for use be on our list to stop at again!

    We parked a few blocks away and walked down to Sixth Street, which was a nice area to be in. From…read morethe moment we walked in we were greeted warmly and seated immediately. Our server made sure to let us know happy hour was going on, which was nice. The drinks were a good start. I had a really nice margarita and my mom ordered the sweet tea, which she enjoyed. For food, I ordered the brussels sprouts off the happy hour menu and thought they were good. For entree's My mom got one of their burgers and I ordered the fish and chips. My mom really enjoyed her burger. As for me, the first piece of my fish was fine. When I went back to eat the rest I realized the fish was actually undercooked, which was pretty disappointing. What I will say is that the manager handled it really well. She came over, removed it from my bill, and brought me another round of margaritas. That kind of service recovery goes a long way and I appreciated it. Overall the ambiance was nice, the drinks were good, and most of the food hit the mark. The fish and chips were a miss but the way the staff handled it made up for it. I would give Eureka another shot.

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    Hopdoddy Burger Bar

    Hopdoddy Burger Bar

    4.2(5.4k reviews)
    7.6 miSoCo (S. Congress Ave.), Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)
    $$

    Great experience at this Austin location. We were looking for some Mediterranean food and after…read moretelling us of long wait times we took a chance and came to this cool and chill burger joint. Ordering was a breeze and they even had our table set and ready for us by time we made it through the long line to cashier to order. Food was out in less than 10 minutes and sweet potatoes fries to share were out and at table in 2 min. Impressive since line was to end of the door on a Sunday. Plenty of seating . Note : they do validate parking for area next to restaurant since parking is at a premium .Our parking was $22 since we originally were dining down the street. All bread is baked in house and burgers were done to perfection. They even support active military which I appreciate. Worth a stop!

    I felt compelled to write this review. I always remember the memorable experiences I enjoyed at…read moreHopdoddy the first time I went. Somehow the quality of the burgers and shakes have deteriorated big time. Tonight I got the Wagyu Smash burger. I have never tried this one before. I love smash burgers admnd Wagyu is premium beef. The beef patty was overcooked and the burger was "extremely" salty (did not finish the burger). Last, the burger is too simple but that's on me as I should know what to expect from reading the menu I do not recommend Hopdoddy Burger Bar. I hope they read this and understand expectations are high when customers and fans dine at their restaurants. Improve your game guys. Next time I will visit a Whataburger and I am sure I will be happier

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