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    Dirty Martin's Place

    3.8 (432 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    DIRTY MARTIN'S PLACE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    Kayla I.

    I want to give 5 stars so this place stays here forever but man the food was just not good. The buns were stale, the burgers were cold and tasted like the frozen patties from Costco. The nachos were cold. The only hits were the onion rings and the milkshake, it was awesome. The service was great! They were super nice at the counter. One of the guys interacted with my kids which I thought was sweet. Sometimes I feel like people, especially around campus, are annoyed by children but they were so sweet. The inside is old and run down but that's part of the charm.

    Edward G.

    If you're in Longhorn country and craving a burger wrapped in grease and nostalgia, Dirty Martin's still hits in all the right ways. Walk in and you'll immediately feel you've stepped into something old and genuine. The walls are heavy with UT gear, sports paraphernalia, and the kind of bar-lights that don't pretend to be fancy. It's loud, it's greasy, it's cramped in spots, and it's perfect. The burgers are what you expect, nothing gourmet or pretentious. Thinner patties that are juicy, a little fatty, really what a classic greasy burger should be. Sides are also what you'd expect: onion rings, fried pickles, fries or tots. I got sweet potato fries! The drinks run from beer to margaritas. Service is friendly. Order at the counter, find a seat (inside, outside, patio, whatever), and expect a no-frills good time. The charm is the history. This place has been around since 1926, born as Martin's Kum-Bak with a dirt floor (yes, really). It's one of those joints that Austin might regret losing someday.

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    Ruben C.

    I mean, what can you say about a place that's been slinging burgers for almost a century now? They have their burgers, fries and onions rings on lock. If you get your burger with bacon, they make the bacon nice and crispy and slap two, thick slices on your burger. Their onion rings? Some of the best around, hands down. And fries - whether you opt for the sweet potato or regular fries, you won't be disappointed: crispy and chewy at the same time. Tots? Perfectly crispy and just melt in your mouth. What the hell is there not to love?

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    Allan M.

    Dirty Martin's has been a fixture in Austin since 1926, and it's easy to see why. The burgers were juicy and flavorful, the fries were crispy and hit the spot! The service was quick and friendly. Definitely recommend this place for comfort food done right. Sticky floors and all, I can't wait to go back.

    Rachel T.

    We went here for their birthday party and had so much fun! First of all the margaritas were only $4! We got in line and ordered a burger and onion rings, and I got a veggie burger with tater tots. They had free cake and mini milkshakes for their birthday. It was so fun and funny. This was absolutely the cheapest meal we've had in Austin. I want to say everything was only $5 each. The onion rings were sooo good! I would definitely get those again. Even my veggie burger was good - I was surprised they even had a veg option. Really friendly servers. You could tell everyone was having a fun time with the party hats on. It was absolutely packed - we got there early luckily. They have on site parking. Old school burger spot that reminded me of somewhere I would have back home in Pittsburgh.

    Claudia D.

    Food was ok . Employees are polite. But i wasn't amazed by the food . Had a burger and a side . Place was quiet inside , which was enjoyable. They also have a small bar area.

    Takao N.

    One of the iconic Austin restaurants that is still standing. Good ole burger and onion rings. If you are visiting Austin, you don't want to miss. Sooner or later, all of our iconic restaurants will be goners and new expensive modern ones will take over, unfortunately.

    Cassidy H.

    Had been meaning to come here for a bit. The food is so good and very affordable but more so- the service was great. The blonde at the front was so kind and helpful with steering us in decisions. We go the burger, melt and onion rings. Loved all of them and loved the divert vibe of this bar.

    Karla D.

    What can I say about Dirty Martin's that hasn't been said before? I don't understand the lower rated reviews. I think some folks just don't get the concept of this legendary burger joint. I've never had a bad meal or drink here. The onion rings are cooked in a batter that's makes them not too heavy and not too light. On top of all of the good food, it's pretty cool when the employees chat you up and sincerely what to have conversation. Even when they're super busy!

    Kiyora K.

    Burgers were so yummy and came out fairly quick! The place was decorated very cutely as well

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    Tim R.

    Dirty Martin's (not to be confused with Dirty Sanchez - totally different thing) is a must visit while in Austin. I got the double burger and fries... Lindsey suggested the jalapeño topper for the burger!!! OMG!! So good! I even bought the t-shirt... black of course to make me look thinner.. Get in there!!! LEGIT GRIT!!!

    Fried jalapeños!! A MUST try.
    Nannette M.

    This place is pretty awesome!! We try to make it once a month at least. Burgers are ALWAYS amazing but today I decided to venture into other menu items and I was not disappointed. Their fried jalapeños are perfectly battered and is something I order every time as well. Decided to try their BLT today and it is honestly the best one I've ever had. Perfectly buttered toast, correct ratios of every topping too. Also added a chocolate shake and it did not disappoint. They also have $10 mimosa carafes on Saturdays and what seems to be an awesome mixed drink list to choose from. It's a great place to watch the game on all their tvs too. Well worth the drive to the drag from any place in town. Definitely an Austin original. Support local ya'll.

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    Leah L.

    An Austin institution! Can't believe I had never been. Easy and ample parking, gotta live that. Counter order. Easy and fast. Staff is friendly and service is fast. Indoor and outdoor seating. They offer daily specials. Burger was good, the fried pickle slices were great!! Check it out.

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    The food and service are awesome, my wife and I love coming here! Definitely worth checking out

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    Great place with a part of Nostalgia - great place where UT students hang out. Very chill vibe and lots of history.

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    Ask the Community - Dirty Martin's Place

    Do they have Vegan options?

    It doesn't look like vegan is easy to come by, based on the menu: https://www.dirtymartins.com/menus They have a black bean burger but it has cheese on it. Of course you could ask for no cheese and potentially make it vegan that way. They also… Read more

    When will Dirty Martins Re-Open?

    It's open now

    Is there a cost to add Jalapenos to a Burger or any menu item? if so how much is the extra cost before tax?

    Yes. It is fifty cents extra.

    Do you order at the counter or does a waiter / waitress come and take your order? or Both?

    At the counter.

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    The fun atmosphere and yummy food here is just a proper Austin favorite. I usually get the featured…read moreburger, or sometimes the original jewboy burger. The soft brioche buns fall apart with cheese and sauce, so I recommend requesting toasted buns. In this visit, I had to try the Drunk Jewboy, which is another I hopes comes back to stay on the menu.

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    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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    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!

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