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Finding NADC Burger was a bit of an adventure. Apple Maps wasn't much help, but here's the deal: it's located inside the bar Idle Hands, and you'll need to walk through to the back to find the restaurant. The menu is straightforward and to the point. They don't do substitutions--hence the name "Not a Damn Chance." If you have allergies or specific preferences, this might not be the best spot, as they stick firmly to their policy. I was initially nervous when my husband mentioned how strict they are about changes, but when I placed my order, the staff was nice, and I had no complaints about the service. Once you get your food, you'll find seating wherever you can. My group snagged a small table near the front of the bar. As for the food? Incredible! My husband and I both loved it. Thankfully, I was fine with everything on the burger, so it was a win for me. The flavors were fantastic, and I'd definitely come back--though I might try one of their other locations since parking on Rainey Street is a hassle. All in all, if you're up for a no-frills, flavor-packed burger experience and can roll with their no-substitutions policy, NADC is worth a visit!
Wow talk about the tastiest smash burger ever! This location is tucked inside the back of the bar, no signage from outside. Walk though the front patio and bar and down the hallway. A small order window with the skateboard is where you order. You'll get a buzzer after ordering. The bar area has a small seating area. It is worth the find!
On a scale from 1-10, I give it a 7...other than one of the owners is a Michelin star Chef.. this place was recommended by acquaintance. I like the fact that it was made with waygu meat and they use an American cheese, added their own special sauce with pickles jalapeño and grilled onions. The cook did not drown the sandwich with onions which was good. It was a tid bit greasy. I ordered regular fries that reminded me of Jack in the box fries. The burger reminded me of a big Mac but with better meat. I would still recommend cuz the ingredients are better than McDonald's. Price of the burger is $16. If you trying to save money that is not the place. It was a Thursday so not that many people at location. Glad there was no line. They have a patio outside were you can sit and enjoy your hot burger on a hot summer night. But go ahead and try it yourself. Everyone's taste buds' is different.
I love NADC, and am an avid goer to the east location. It happened to be closed when I wanted a burger, so we headed to this location. If possible, I highly recommend you attend the other locations. They famously have 2 items on their menu, and both times I've been to Rainey they have been out of one of their items (fries) :( On top of that, service was just meh, and the burger was extremely soppy and greasy. $60 for three burgers, I want to enjoy it. Overall NADC is good, but this location just lacks the things that makes it great. Ambiance, fries, and a smile from the server.
We went to NADC burger on East 6th. We parked a few blocks away on 6th on a Friday night the walk wasn't bad. There was almost no line we were able to order right away. There's not much seating inside or outside the restaurant but we did manage to snag a table outside. The staff was very welcoming! Our orders did take a little while to come out but it was worth the wait. I ordered the NADC Burger and the Beast Mode Fries. Both were delicious. In my opinion they were cooked perfectly! It was everything that I expected. I would def recommend this spot to burger fanatics!
Burger crispy, juicy from wagyu, tang from sauce and jalapeños gives it a nice cut. Pricy but worth the quality. It's located inside of idle hands! Must be 21+ to enter.
I have been hearing about NADC for a weeks now so it was an absolute must that I try it! The location I wanted to try was closed down so I went to the other location near 6th Street at the Parlor! I parked on the street and paid only a couple dollars. The ambiance was very fun and relaxing. They had games you can play on the outside as this is an actual bar with patio! The food both is inside of the bar at the back (not the food truck outside) The staff was very friendly and quick! So I would have to give the food a 3. The burger was good, but i think if you see going to have one option for burger it needs to be nearly perfect! The burger itself was flavorful! The sauce was perfect amount, wasn't dripping off the burger so it wasn't next! But the jalapenos were non extinct I couldn't taste them at all! And maybe the burger could have been on a Texas toast to give it an upgrade. And the meat cooked on the grill! I think having an option to atleast have the basic optics like bacon, mayo, ketchup and mustard should be added to the menu! I ultimately think having three burger options would elevate this restaurant to a 4 or 5. We payed $48 for two single burgers, one regular fries and one upgraded fry. I think that is a bit expensive for a star but I would hope some options could be added to give a higher eating so I could come back
Considering the hype and self-advertising, I was both skeptical and wary but hopeful and optimistic about what to expect with this burger. We first tried going to the east 6th location first but it was closed; something broken... so we had to endure the unpleasant experience of going to Rainey st. which no one sane really wants to do, especially because there is virtually 0 parking, and even less of it reasonable parking. The Rainey instance is located inside of Idle Hands bar, and of course we wanted to try everything that we could - fries, cheesecake, etc. We went shortly after they were open but their fry machine wasn't working, and they didn't have any cheesecake... so just the burger, which for 2 came out to $32. Better be a damn good burger. It was fairly quick, mostly because the bar was practically empty, and the burger was fresh and hot - hotter than most burgers or even food at a restaurant I've gotten lately. Honestly and frankly, it was a *good* burger; simple - just burger and some cheese and sauce, bun - but tasty. But without fries it was clearly lacking. And especially for $16 I really don't think it was worth it. If it were a late Friday or Saturday night and I were hungry, you could have given me an In n Out double double and I probably wouldn't have noticed much of a difference, and saved over $10; and even get those fries and a shake.
Since it opened I have seen a line out the building and luckily I went on a Thursday evening and there was no line. Since there's only 3 things on the menu we placed our orders quickly. What makes these burgers special is the fact that it's 100% Waygu beef which I'm assuming is why their burgers are $16. A little too pricey for me but nonetheless, I will try anything once. Thoughts? Definitely a good burger but despite being Waygu beef, tasted the same as a shake shack burger for double the price. I also thought it was too salty. Good but not great. The fries were amazing though along with their (in-house?)Ketchup. I'm glad I tried it and if you're on the fence I say give it a shot. I probably won't be back often because of the price.
Was super excited to try NADC on my visit to Austin and was met with disappointment. The ordering counter is hidden inside the back of a bar (Idle Hands). The service was quick as there are only 2 options to order. I tried the NADC burger and got the fries beast mode style. While the burger meat was flavorful, this was overshadowed by the basic toppings. The American cheese was melty but the special sauce, jalapeños and pickles were average. The French fries seemed to be the frozen type you buy and lacked seasoning. I really wanted my mind to be blown but overall, an average overpriced burger.
Wagyu, skateboarding, hip-hop from the boom-bap era, and a simple menu? YES, PLEASE! Pros: - Played Wu-Tang - Easy AF Menu - Everything was fresh - Fries: CRISPY - Burger: JUICY - Full bar Side Notes: - Can have long lines - Parking street side - Bar seating can get tight - Outdoor seating available - Takeout orders - Dessert from Wolf & Wheat - Check hours What We Got Done: - 2 x NADC Burgers - Regular Fries - Beast Mode Fries What We Loved: Getting parking was relatively easy as we went after the lunch rush on WED or TH (I forgot), and since we were taking it to go, I circled once to find a spot close to the front. There wasn't a line, but people were waiting inside for their order. It was tight waiting around the counter after you placed your order, as you had a mix of people waiting for their order, to those enjoying their food and a beer. We waited about 10 minutes and got our food fresh. They have quite a workflow system in place; you could smell the freshness, and it didn't disappoint. Plus, I got to hear Wu-Tang and Tribe, so it's not too bad waiting for some Wagyu burgers by a pro skateboarder and a Michelin chef. The burger was damn good. Very rich with the Wagyu, made with that smash style that I've been growing to love, secret sauce, jalapeños, pickles, onions, and American cheese. But the fries, the regular ones, oh so good. They were crispy, and we loved them better than the Beast Mode fries with the same type of toppings the burger has on. Opportunities To Improve: Honestly, I get the pricing, although some may criticize that a burger should always be affordable. People said that about coffee, but Starbucks changed that quickly. However, the last time I checked, a Big Mac didn't use Wagyu, nor was it created by a Michelin-starred chef (you pay for what you get). It's not a big deal, but my partner doesn't like pickles, so we just picked them out and put them in mine. They stick to no customization, so we get it. Summary: It was a memorable burger, for sure. The star for us was the $5 regular fries, haha. Something about getting fries just right, hot damn. The burger was damn good, too, something that reminded me of Jewboy nearby, but very different from that Wagyu. I loved it here and will be back! #boombapera
Checked another buzzy spot off the list. NADC burger has been on my list for a long time. First things first. The burger patties itself are an easy 5/5. No. 10/10 (for those who are bad at math.) They are smashed and crispy beyond belief but not burnt. I also love the fact that there are no choices allowed. One burger on the menu. Period. It's also a damn good burger. It's not quite a luxury burger but it's "rich" for sure. Not the burger I want so the time but a good experience. Like a yearly trip, perhaps. The location in the bar is great if you're alley down at Rainey street. As a casual dinner it's a bit harder to park in the area, say for lunch. That being said, the bar is nice and clean and a good double for a restaurant during lunch hours. Drinks are good and service to boot. Water is self service via a filtered machine. The fries were good but not great. Again, a bit of food tourism but not topping the scales of a "must have" for me. I mean, it's no Chilis on 45th and Lamar. IYKYK
3 years ago
NADC burger is located in the back of the Idle Hands bar on Rainey St. Remember to bring your ID as it is 21 and over (even to just eat a burger). Walk to the back to put in your order and then they will call out your name once your food is ready. Menu is simple with just a burger, grilled cheese, fries, and cheesecake. Drink orders are at the bar. Solid burger. I'm not a huge sauce person so not my favorite personally but still pretty good. read more
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Honestly I wasn't sure what to even expect, my husband and son had come here and raved about it. I am very picky and I get scared trying new places. Let me tell you, it was amazing. One of the best burgers I have ever had. The dude that took our order was cool, place was clean, the dude at the bar made me a strong ass vodka/soda water, the music was great too. I would completely recommend this place. Or both places. read more
4 years ago
BEST BURGER IN TOWN! WOW WOW WOW! I wanna go again tomorrow. It's so good and easily devoured. I attacked the fries too beast mode is delish! read more
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The burger that they give you was MID, if I'm being honest, comparing it to Trill Burgers in Houston, I wish they put more thought into the type of seasoning they use for their burger sauce and even the seasoning they sprinkle on the meat right before it's grilled. The quality of the meat was very good but it's wagyu so I would expect nothing but the most tender meat but it's like they solely depended on the unseasoned, barely flavorful meat to carry this burger into the top 10 percent spot and I'm here to bring places with crappy customer service and a crap menu back down to reality. I went here because I fell for a "clearly" paid food influencer post on their alleged "amazing" burger. They don't sell fries or deserts or beverages, just a mid burger with bad customer service. The guy was clearly over worked, and underpaid, so much so that he barely speaks, has sort of like a stank face at all times, and struggles to grill and prepare literally the only item available on the menu. There was plenty of seating at this place because hardly no one ate there. If they did, they were like me and were referred there by paid food influencers I'm sure. I could totally relate to complete strangers after tasting our first bite, we were expecting a Trill Burger burst of flavor but nah. It was MID so I finished it. I did pay $16 after all so I didn't want it to go to waste. This place is connected to a bar and the bar is pretty dope, everything that this burger place lacks, the bar has! Great customer service, amazing drinks, excellent ambiance, seating can be a challenge, and they even refer you to places that sell the best burgers and fries in Austin. I ended up going to The Peached Tortilla for their burgers as a referral and it was amazing just like they recommended. Please stay tuned for my review of that place! Chefs kiss! read more
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NADC has one of the best burgers in Austin. I went in for a lunch meeting to go over some plans with no expectations and walked out knowing I had a new favorite spot. read more
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Not a Damn Chance Burger is at Idle Hands off of Rainey Street and is great for a late night eat. The idea came from a skateboarder and Michelin star chef they have a very small menu but the burgers and fries are fantastic. The burger is very rich and flavorful and has that great smash taste with all the grease. I ordered the fries beast mode which is very similar to In n Out animal style. If you are looking for a burger on Rainey Street late at night this is the spot. read more
2 years ago
The best burger I have ever had in my life! Fresh beef patties, a zesty yet light secret sauce, crunchy pickles... even a sneak of fresh jalapeños! You also have to order the fries beast mode style... Come hungry bc it's a lot of food! Great place to come near happy hour and hopefully catch some live music playing as well as grab a cocktail or canned wine to go with. Great service too... The guys were so nice and quick. Will be back! read more
3 years ago
Food is amazing, service is out standing. Nice atmosphere music is hip definitely will be back. A little pricey for a burger read more
3 years ago
An odd ordering experience but the burgers are definitely good. I'd recommend a visit if you are in town.. I would not recommend the grilled cheese. It is a bit soggy and not what I expected but it might be something a vegetarian may be into. It was a bit soggy and not exactly a crispy grilled cheese as expected. Otherwise, who goes to a place known for delicious smash burgers and skips the burger? Not me. read more
3 years ago
This burger is the best I've had! The kitchen is inside of Idle Hands and the drinks are great too! read more
3 years ago
One of the best smash burgers I've ever had. Fries were good too. Perfect meal to end an amazing trip to Austin. Ambiance was super cool. The place had a band playing outside. There's bar right next to the burger joint in the same building. So perfect for a chill afternoon hang. read more
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Delicious burger - would give 5 stars if the operations to get the burger were easier. Waited 45 minutes to even place the order as they had one person taking orders and one working the grill. Overall tasty burger and especially the loaded fries. read more
3 years ago
It was good, but maybe a bit over priced. The wagyu was good, but didn't taste like it was worth $16... overall, good experience read more
3 years ago
Simplicity at it's finest. My daughter and I were super excited to try these out and we were not disappointed. The loaded fries are amazing as well... I paid nearly $90 for three burgers and three fries...that was with the complimentary water. It's a great ONE time experience but I'm in the wrong tax bracket to enjoy this on a regular basis... read more
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I just bit into the most delicious burger. And the fries. They were so good. It's a little hard to find this place but so worth it. Service is done with a beeper. You can take it with you or you're welcome to eat at one of the tables in the bar. If you don't mind the noise. read more
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Im going to be honest...I was skeptical! But I was so wrong. This is top two burgers I've had in austin! We had a girls night and we all loved it! We had fun sitting outside with the pretty greenery. We got carded when we came in to idle hands and felt young again! The fries with the pickles and jalapeños had great flavor! Just get a burger here...it's worth it! read more
3 years ago
Omgah this was the best burger of my life. Packed with flavor & fresh. You can definitely tell the quality of meat of the wagyu! Definitely worth it, the fries were nice and crispy. Lol I'm going back again before I leave town! Definitely recommend read more
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85 Rainey St
Austin, TX 78701
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Is a 6 month old allowed to come? We have friends coming into town that want to go and will have their baby.
Absolutely! The space is tiny inside and loud, would recommend sitting outside for more space and calmness.
Do y'all do a gluten free bun? Or lettuce wrap for someone with celiac?
Hello, we do not offer either of those options at this time.
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