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!“

“100% coming back. Hot, fresh, amazing flavors. Made with love. Their special fries are seasoned and taste light. Mango smoothie is refeshing. Chicken shwarma was the perfect texture and juicy! Wish they had a location in South Austin. Super cute sonic driveup vibes. Abdul is very friendly.“

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

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

“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’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.“

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

“Super friendly! Great service“

“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“

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

“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!“

“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 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!! 💜🤩“

“We came here at 10:50pm when they were about to close and the owner was very friendly and made us our food pretty quick. Everything was flavorful. And the corn tortillas are homemade! We tried cabeza, lengua, al pastor and fajita. All the meats were pretty good except the el pastor was ok in our opinion. Definitely will be back to try other items.“

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

“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!“

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

“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!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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!“

“The food & service is excellent. Lots of options even if you are a vegetarian. Their address on google maps is wrong so you’ll end up in an empty parking lot if you go by that. I’ve let them know about this error so hopefully it will be changed to the correct address soon! Use apple maps if you are newer to the area to get here instead. Have fun and enjoy their delish tacos and bowls!“

“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“

“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,“

“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.“

“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!“

“Fast service , friendly staff“

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

“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!“

“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 :)“

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

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

“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’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!“

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

“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 recommend combo fries I love it“

“Howard was amazing, as was Angel!!! Angel went above and beyond because I noticed a Five dollar difference for six 🌮 tacos!

After I questioned the money spike because I know six tacos are about 25 dollars and now nearly $30! I was informed that prices recently increased, dang inflation! Lol. In order to keep me happy an extra taco was added free of charge.

Angel provided top notch customer service and definitely made my day as did Howard!

They both deserve a salary increase because they both have a clear understanding of what it takes to keep an over 12 year patron keep coming back.

Ya'll Rock!! Keep it up. Thank you so much for your kindness and excellent customer service!

Daphne“

“Couldn’t order chicken and fries without a drink so I had to pay for something I didn’t get. The friends were kinda fees and mostly good. But those chicken tenders were hot, fresh and came out fast! Will come again when it’s not peak hours to see if they cook to order. Yum!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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“

“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“

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

“The grilled salmon & shrimp were quite yummy & hush puppies were phenomenal - fluffy inside & lightly crispy outside. Excellent slaw n green beans too 😋“

“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.“

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

“Very impressed with this Dairy Queen store location. Dairy Queen is a top favorite with my wife and kids so I have been to many locations in MN and WI. I had never been to this location so called to confirm they sold cakes. The customer service on the phone was upbeat and friendly. The service at the store when I arrive was equal to the call (friendly and helpful). While I waited for the cake (very quick) to be personalized, I observed great and efficient service for each customer in line. Great store!! Until next time.“

“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“