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Buddha Burger

4.6 (71 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Double California Classic
Skyler T.

It's a food truck parked right outside a gas station with a few benches and tables nearby, nothing fancy, just a laid back spot to sit down and enjoy an excellent burger. This instantly became my favorite burger spot around after my first visit. The staff are always kind, the food comes out fast, and everything I've had has been consistently amazing. The Cajun fries are a must. They're packed with flavor and have just the right amount of kick. I've worked my way through pretty much the whole menu at this point, including several burgers and even the chicken sandwich's, and honestly it's all been ridiculously good. The burger patties are flavorful, juicy, and perfectly greasy in the best possible way. The Nirvana sauce takes everything to another level and has become mandatory for me anytime I go. My personal favorite is the California Classic, and I always get the double because it's just too good not to. It's definitely one of those indulgent meals you try not to have too often, but every time I cave and go back, it completely delivers.

Amazing Burger
Cinzia L.

I've driven by this trailer so many times!!!!! I finally decided to stop and give it a try! The weather was nice and cool and perfect for their outdoor seating area. I ordered off their hidden menu which you can find online. You will be amazed at the food here! The quality, the taste!! Ahmaziiiingg!! Their nirvana sauce is tangy. Think level up thousand island only not pink. Also their amazing sauce goes great on burgers. We had the Amazing burger single (although I could of eaten a whole double by myself) and the Crispy Chicken with nirvana sauce was the best sandwich I've ever had! The chicken was so tender and juicy for being fried. The onion rings had a nice kick to them too. Not super spicy just mild. You just also try their chocolate chip toffee cookie!! It's super yummy!!!!!! I'll def go back!!! The staff/ owners were so friendly. They came out and asked about the food and we learned a bit about them. Very friendly and personable. They have several locations. Check 'em out!!

Double cheese burger with grilled onions
Chiana P.

Best smash burgers in Austin! I usually don't like saying something is the "best". But this is the best smash burger I've had in Austin. It is everything I want in a smashed huger. The cheese is melted, it looks simple, the meat is seasoned and smashed properly, and the buns are soft!!! It didn't take long to get my food. The truck is clean and ordering was smooth! I have officially found my "burger spot". !

Buddha Burger on Metric in North Austin
John L.

This is the location at Metric and Cedar Bend Dr, very convenient if you work or commute or live in that area. The service is great. Very inviting and helpful at the checkout window and even after the food came out. The meat is perfectly cooked and salted. The bun buttered nicely for that extra taste. I got the California burger so the buttered bun might only be that one but you can check. I debated on the regular or cajun fries but glad I got the cajun, the seasoning is way better than plain salted. Iced peach tea topped off a great experience. I think they rotate tea flavors and peach was the flavor of the day so I got lucky because peach tea is one of my favorites. Plenty of outside seating or grab it to go. There was a nice breeze and a small tree blocking the sun's direction so I enjoyed the outdoor meal on this day.

Aj F.

Came today after a scooter ride down by the creek. Is super easy to get to from the trails. Food came out fast and fresh. I got the chicken strips onion rings and the mango tea of the day. Omg so good. The staff were super friendly and gave great rec's for the sauce. The space is in the parking lot of a gas station so it's kind of busy but it's super local and very friendly. All in all I'll be back for sure to try the burger next time.

Double Cheeseburger
Misty D.

We got the basic double cheeseburger with Cajun fries. It was very very fresh and very very good. While we were waiting a Buddha Burger Enthusiast let us know that the Cali is the best option. If you don't get the Cali, she said to definitely ask them to ghee your buns. We got some kind of chocolate chip toffee cookie. OMG. I'll definitely be thinking about it later. The service was awesome, but ambiance isn't the greatest. It's in a gas station. But don't think about that. It's good. We'll be back for the Cali and the chicken sandwich ASAP! And the cookie!!!

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Iman Z.

Didn't expect this place to be a food truck but to my surprise it was pretty good. The burgers were made quickly and survived the drive home. The patty had good flavor and didn't feel overly greasy. The poutine was an interesting item on the menu and the staff suggested we try it. I thought it was great. The cheese was melty and the fries weren't too soggy. The toffee cookie was a sweet and crunchy dessert. Overall definitely give this place a try if you're looking for a new burger spot.

Chicken Bacon Ranch, Double California Classic, Poutine

Service was very nice and came to check up us while dining and was happy to get additional stuff like napkins. The food was so good, some of the best burger and chicken sandwich I have ever had. The chicken bacon ranch was so good, the chicken was so moist and juicy and the breading on the chicken was so flavorful. Some of the best ranch with lots of flavor and paired well with the sandwich. The California classic burger was one of the best burgers I've had. The patties had a really nice crust that added a lot of flavor but was still thick with a really nice angus beef flavor. The buns had a toasted bun on the exterior which was incredible, shattered when biting into it with a really nice buttery taste. The nirvana sauce balanced the richness of the burger so well. Amazing burger. Some shaded eating area would have been nice. Overall, an incredible experience and would definitely return. Can't give this place enough praise.

Food truck
Delores L.

I was enticed to try Buddha burger as result of their natural approach to their burgers. For example, I was told they ground their beef every day. The cali, according to the server, was one of the top 3 food items. As a general principle, I usually order the most popular menu items. The Cali did not disappoint! First, the bread was buttery delicious...larger than a slice of bread but smaller than a standard bun...toasted. Then the inside drippy good - a thick, fresh piece of beef, perfectly grilled onions (sweet & soft), lettuce, cheese and a special sauce. The burger was super filling. Buddha burger on metric is a food truck. They have a free standing building in Pflugerville. There is no seating outside. Therefore, it's a grab and go food truck.

Double cheese smash with fries no drink
Steve W.

I first discovered this business after attending a grand opening Yelp event for them. Some things you need to know before you arrive is the fact that the seating that they do have is outdoors and mostly not shaded. There's some covered seating directly across from the car wash, but there are no tables there. One of the drawbacks of coming here is ascending the rickety steps to place your order and to pick it up. This is definitely more of a get it to go operation unless you like sitting at a picnic table under the blazing sun. I got the double cheese and fries and they do give you a good helping of fries, but they were very stingy with just two packets of ketchup. The meat they use looks like fresh smashed beef, not previously frozen. They do a decent job in the burger business and a double smashed cheese combo will run you close to $20 (and you will face the tip screen with your credit card for that added expense). I think Buddy's burgers are of better quality and value, but they are better than In-N-Out, especially their fries. My order took less than 10 minutes to get. Informative photos/video included.

State of Bardo

Great food, the grill cheese inside the burger is phenomenal. Great friendly service and fast as well. Go give these guys a try, the poutine fries were so good and delicious as well!

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Derek L.

Food truck in north austin with burgers, fries, onion rings and shakes. A surprising addition to the menu is poutine down here in Texas. I didnt order it this time since we did a to go order but will have to try it next time. We got the Little Buddha burger with nirvana sauce. Burger was good! I wouldn't say it is anything super special but it is solid. The prices are comparable to shake shack or other burger places. If I were rank the burgers in the area though, this place would be in the middle of the pack. Mainly due to the high price for a good burger but not a great burger. Overall, We will be back to try some some other menu items but will probably go somewhere else to grab a burger

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11 months ago

AWESOME burgers, Cajun fries, and milkshakes! You can even get a warm chocolate chip cookie while you wait for your order.

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2 years ago

Hesitant at first since it was a good truck. Great service. Great food. Great taste. Looking forward to going again.

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Extremely slow, customer service is non existent. You'll stand at the window for 15 minutes with no one greeting you

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Affordable, fresh and tasty food. We loved Culver's and this food truck is a good replacement. Highly recommend! Staff are very friendly.

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We've been multiple times and it's always great. Good burgers, Cajun fries are delicious, and the chicken sandwich is my personal favorite.

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Great burgers at a great price! Very clean and a very friendly team members! Can't wait to go back!

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Apparently 25% is the minimum gratuity option here. Guess they are hoping you won't notice tipping them 8 dollars for 2 burgers.

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2 years ago

Great food and good service. I was surprised that it was a food truck, but those are some of Austin's best shoes.

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2 years ago

Best burger in Austin. Never going to mighty fine or whata again get the Brado burger

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LOL thank you for not gate keeping Cassie!

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