50 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Austin

“Wow! This place is soooo good. The first time I went I tried the Mission Burger and it was amazing. Since then I’ve tried the steak sandwich, bbq brisket, and mac & cheese and all are delicious. You would never guess everything is plant based. Keep up the great work and please open a restaurant near Grant Park!“

“I searched for “food near me” while stopped at a red light and came across Falafel Burger. I’m glad I decided to stop because the falafel wrap was not only savory but incredibly filling. The moment I picked it up, I could tell it was packed with fresh ingredients as it had some serious heft to it.

I also ordered the za’atar fries, even though I’d never tried this herbaceous seasoning on fries before, and they were a pleasant surprise. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared.

I know I’ll be back soon!“

“⚠️ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄“

“The food was so good. the wagyu burger is a must try. loved the bacon cheeseburger with bacon and grilled onions. nice atmosphere. we chose to sit outside. walking distance from sight seeing on the bridge.“

“I live in Utah - no breakfast tacos there - no green sauce - no friendly staff that remembers my name - love Utah - BUT - No TacoDeli

When I’m in Austin - everyday TacoDeli! Love this company. Been coming here for 20 years. Spyglass Location. Go - eat - tip extravagantly. Pamela from Sundance, Utah“

“Been steady customer but last couple visits it's very obvious burger patty has become noticeably thinner and dry--- going back to Dan's!“

“I’ve been to Top Notch before, and every time the food is fantastic. The fries are always crispy and delicious, and the shakes are absolutely incredible, easily some of my favorites around.

On my most recent visit, Owen was working the register, and his kindness genuinely made my day. When I went to pay for my drink, he unexpectedly gave it to me on the house. It was such a thoughtful gesture and speaks volumes about the level of customer service he provides.

Great food is one thing, but employees like Owen are what keep people coming back. Thank you for the wonderful experience; I’ll definitely be returning!“

“Mad Dogs Houston Midtown is the best place I’ve ever had. The food is amazing and the service and staff is fantastic. I would highly recommend this place to anyone that is looking for good food at a reasonable price.“

“Today a young man named Liam saw my vision, I needed a little bit of this a little bit of that, commanding the meat slicers like Santa commands his reindeer, Liam was able to help sculpt my perfect late morning lunch. He introduced me to some new menu items, and taught me some tricks to perfect my brisket orders, this aspiring young man played a pivotal role in helping fulfill day three of my Rudy's Bender!“

“Taqueria La Casita Al Pastor is definitely serving some of the better al pastor tacos in Austin. The pork was perfectly seasoned with great flavor, and the homemade tortillas made a huge difference. Everything tasted fresh, and the service was just as impressive, friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit. Looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu.“

“As always, the staff was very friendly and professional. Food was great, but I’m sure you already knew that.“

“Burger and fries were great and Steve is even greater. Big personality makes you feel welcome when you order. The atmosphere is very peaceful and scenic.

Give this hidden gem a shot while you’re in downtown ATX. Real easy to find parking too.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Must-Try for Chicago Dog Fans! We had an awesome lunch from Midway Dogs, a Chicago-style food truck that absolutely delivers on flavor and authenticity. The Chicago dogs were spot on—delicious, perfectly made, and just like you’d expect from the Windy City. On top of the great food, we had the pleasure of chatting with the co-owners, Bonita and James. They’re incredibly friendly and clearly passionate about what they do. It felt more like catching up with friends than ordering lunch. Can’t wait to go back for more amazing food and conversation. Highly recommend this spot if you’re craving a true taste of Chicago!“

“Super friendly! Great service“

“Great vegan burger. now we need is Vegan fries. 😁“

“We had a wonderful experience Gabriel Culiat will highly recommend this establishment to friends and family. Food was delicious and the service was amazing. Thanks“

“I will never go into this Popeye’s location ever again. Disgusting, dirty, horrible service inside. Most of the people in there were either on drugs or insane. Half the sodas were out, no lids. All they care about is the drive-thru, no desire to take care of things in the dining area. I tried to find some water to clean the mess & dried catsup off my table, but there was some homeless guy in the bathroom with his dog (yes, dog in the restaurant). So I tried to get water from the soda fountain, but water wasn’t dispensing. Line of people 10 deep, no one taking orders in front. People were getting rude and irritated. One guy got kinda hostile and mouthy. It took 30mins to get my order...and I had to ask them for it. My mashed potatoes were not warm, but the chicken sandwich was awesome.“

“Me encanto andaba de vacaciones de Miami y fuimos a cenar las hamburguesas riquísima y la atención súper“

“I just saw a video on how well you treat your employees. The food looks delicious and I wish you had locations in Arizona, thanks for not letting private equity buy your business. Thank you“

“If you haven’t tried this place yet, you need to! The food is absolutely amazing and very large serving sizes! We spent $80 for three meals plus drinks and dessert and it was worth it! Seating is limited as this is a small establishment but it was very clean and the customer service was great!“

“Was able to get tickets for the “sneak peek” for my father who works at UT. He loved the atmosphere and said the food is delicious. Im still drooling over the pictures he texted lol. He also said to make sure to add that the entire staff was very friendly and inviting. I look forward to swinging by as well very soon. Welcome to the neighborhood—Hook Em :)“

“went here while I was in Vegas only a week after they opened. the only sad thing was that didnt have shirts for sale yet. delicious beef, good flavor, the sauce brought it all together and and a beautiful soft bun that held and didnt crumble. The fries are perfect and dont sleep on their Chipotle ketchup. This is a must stop while in Vegas!“

“I was very excited to find this location in Austin, as there are no others in the area. It was so good! Haven’t had it in a while since today!“

“This particular Popeyes has the best employee ever. Miss Patricia. Super friendly, funny, and sweet. I'm glad I opted to come inside to order in lieu of the drive thru. She made my day! The chicken was delicious of course, but Patricia is the big draw here. Give her a raise immediately!“

“I’ve been enjoying this awesome joint since middle school (25 years ago) and it never gets old! Every single item on the menu is cool as Austin is. Highly recommend this establishment at least once a week if you can afford it. And you will be able to afford it because they have reasonable prices!“

“I walked in today with some of my friends for a quick bite to eat. We were in a hurry so we placed it to go, however, an issue occurred upon us getting our food. Almost immediately I dropped it in the ground by accident, and the worker dropped instantly to clean it all up. He offered to replace everything and even add on some as compensation. The service here is truly immaculate and we will be returning, well done Gabe!!! ( and the rest of the popeyes crew)“

“I don't know why I like Popeyes so much, but I regularly eat 3-5 chicken tenders with Mardis Gras Mustard.
Service is always slow. They do one car at a time in the drive thru and ignore me when I walk inside to the counter. I always order on the app ahead, but plan on waiting 10-15 minutes for someone to hand me the food that was already made.
This isn't exclusive to this location, so I assume it's part of their standard operating procedures to be generally inefficient.
I'm going to continue to eat here regularly, but I know what to expect when it comes to the service.“

“The food was amazing!! 5* The burgers are where is at!! We sampled different options from the menu but the OG Cheeseburger was absolutely the BEST!! I've ever had!! 💜🤩“

“I had their chorizo breakfast tacos and my goooooodness!!! Best tacos I’ve ever had!“

“I love the staff and tacos at the Rosedale location! Super friendly staff and they make yummy tacos. They know me and my daughter by name.
And we begged them for years to open for dinner and we’re so glad we did.
Thank you for taking good care of us!!“

“I recommend combo fries I love it“

“I just saw a video on how well you treat your employees. The food looks delicious and I wish you had locations in Arizona, thanks for not letting private equity buy your business. Thank you“

“I just saw a video on how well you treat your employees. The food looks delicious and I wish you had locations in Arizona, thanks for not letting private equity buy your business. Thank you“

“Great food and service! .Management an asset to the community very supportive investing in youth activities!“

“Love it, love it, love it.
Awesome , delicious and fast service.
Hayde greeting at the door makes you feel so-so welcome.Great tacos and sooooo freakin good salsas...
Outside patio seating, South Lamar and that nostalgic south Austin vibe that I haven't felt in so long(19 yes since I move to Pflugerville).
Thank you,“

“If you're visiting the State Capitol by yourself, or with out-of-town guests, at some point you're going to get hungry. One block away from the Capitol, at 922 Congress Avenue, is the Tastea Deli. It's a small family-owned business led by Grace Yom. My wife and I stopped in for lunch and tried a few of their sandwiches and specialty beverages. The deli may be small, but the tastes are big! All sandwiches are offered in three sizes - 4.5, 7 and 10 inches. We chose The Italian and the Chipotle Ham and Turkey Sandwiches. I tried their Strawberry and Banana Smoothie and my wife had the Kiwi Pomegranate Iced Tea. What I noticed first about both sandwiches, was the extremely fresh bread. The bread held the sauces well and did not break apart. My wife does not eat a lot, and her small sandwich was the perfect size. She gave me a bite and the meats really blended well with the Chipotle dressing and veggies. They did not oversauce it. I loaded up my 10-inch Italian with all the veggies they had except for jalapeños. I went with banana peppers instead. The meats included capicola, pepperoni, salami and ham, as well as provolone cheese. Tasty blend of flavors, sauces perfectly with their house Italian dressing. My smoothie was also really good. They sell a ton of smoothies according to Grace (See picture for other flavors) My wife also loved her tea. They ask you the level of sweetness you want in it, and if you want it with boba. Other items to consider trying are the Chicken Ranch, Roast Beef and the Chicken. Prices range from $6.50 - $11.50. I am trying the Beef Dip on my next visit. From outside, the corner space is pretty unremarkable, just a faded green awning with an old Quizino logo burned into it. A small sign says you've arrived at Tastea Deli. Inside it is sparsely decorated but clean, and the staff is very friendly. Last thought: On a small table in the corner of the restaurant sat a Bible opened to the Gospel of Matthew. I asked Grace about it. She simply said, sometimes people just need some good news. If that's not your thing, ignore it. Grace and her team will make sure you leave with your belly full with good food. And seriously, get a smoothie...soooo good!“

“⚠️ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄“

“The food was delicious we had the brisket hash and the puff pastry . I tried the homemade Sangria and it did not disappoint. The customer service was excellent and our server was very attentive The handwritten birthday card signed by the staff and the dessert treat was a nice touch. It was my first visit but I definitely will return. The only problem was parking, not enough of it behind the restaurant but I loved everything else.“

“Omg we called to ask for caldo it was 5 of us they had it ready nice hot and very tasty the girls that served us were very kind and fast being we were on our lunch break we were very satisfied with everything thank you so much we work at Del Valle Transportation.“

“I just saw a video on how well you treat your employees. The food looks delicious and I wish you had locations in Arizona, thanks for not letting private equity buy your business. Thank you“

“I loved this Dairy Queen, it was so clean and the staff were so friendly! I loved everything they do, showing the history of the franchise with mementos and his to their history. Showcasing the owner’s and supporting the community and even having cute little signs to save ketchup! Everything was amazing! I will definitely be recommending this spot for all my late night ice cream cravings!“

“The food is very good (I love the whole wheat tortillas the best), however, the staff is EXCEPTIONAL. So amazing! I was having the worst day when I came in, and Sunshine (apt name) made me feel so much better! The cashier was also super friendly and kind. I'm glad I came in at that time, and I will definitely be back“

“Food was great, hot and fresh. Store was very clean. Management should be commended. Would eat there again.“

“Awsome food, employees and management. Keep up the great work“

“Best chicken tenders and fried fish! I literally have to drive 6 miles just to get to them, but it’s totally worth it. They beat any other chicken, tender fast food restaurant with the quality of their food and the flavor. I just wish they had them more in Austin.“

“Everything is delcious!! Highly recommend. Empanadas! Chicken Yummy and Beef Yummy. Guaranteed to leave with your tummy full. Definitely a hidden gem! Outdoor seating & music under the trees. Great atmosphere to hang out and enjoy friends, family, and great food.“

“I just saw a video on how well you treat your employees. The food looks delicious and I wish you had locations in Arizona, thanks for not letting private equity buy your business. Thank you“

“I just saw a video on how well you treat your employees. The food looks delicious and I wish you had locations in Arizona, thanks for not letting private equity buy your business. Thank you“

“Great quality, fast service and the management team is outstanding.“

“I loved this Dairy Queen, it was so clean and the staff were so friendly! I loved everything they do, showing the history of the franchise with mementos and his to their history. Showcasing the owner’s and supporting the community and even having cute little signs to save ketchup! Everything was amazing! I will definitely be recommending this spot for all my late night ice cream cravings!“