I've decided this is on my top 3 Austin burger list. After going a few times and trying out many of Austins "top" spots, I have come to realize this one is hard to beat. They give you ample portions and a thick burger. The buns here honestly make it for me. They are soft and a little sweet and add a lot to the taste. They have a few specialty burgers, but I always go for the regular ole burger. They have pretty good fries and everything is really well priced. It is a pretty kid friendly environment so maybe not the best for a Friday night date, but after all it is a burger joint. Also, I think all of their locations are next to an Amy's ice cream which is great because who doesn't like to top off a cow meal with a cow dessert- can I hear you say "moo"? read more

Phil's Icehouse - Burgers Near Me - Austin, Texas

Love the Buns! Phils has great food! Sliders are my fav read more

Phil's Icehouse - Jack chicken sandwich. These Buns are delicious - Burgers Near Me - Austin, Texas

Tasty burgers, fries, onion rings, quirky little burger shop with lots of charm & good food. Get the mini sampler basket because there are way too many burger choices. The beers on tap were very tasty too. Stop next door for Amy's Ice Cream after burgers & beer read more

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We came here because it was freezing outside and the wait at Peached Tortilla was too long but Phil's was a great find. They have an assortment of creative burgers, local Maine Root sodas, beers and the usual sides. You can get your sides in several combinations - reg. fries, sweet potato fries, a mix of the two etc. I had the daily special, a frito pie burger. I love the sweet sourdough buns they use. The chili was mild and inoffensive and overall the burger went together well, with just a few Fritos to turn it from chili cheeseburger to frito pie burger. The fries (reg.) were just so-so, partly because they got cold really fast in the dining area shared with Amy's ice cream. Prices were reasonable for crafty burgers. I would come back. read more

I was in the mood for a burger and wanted to try something new, which led me to Phils Icehouse on Burnet. I had ordered a 78704 to go and because it was my first time, the guy taking my order took 10% off. I thought that was nice. The burger was very good and I liked how it was served on a unique jalapeño bun. It had nice toppings on it, with Monterey jack cheese, jalapeños, avocado and chipotle mayo. Good spice, salty, but not too salty. The fries were ok. I'll definitely come back. read more

Amongst my favorite burger places in Austin. Very kid friendly playground outside and customary Amy's next door. And the burger selection seems to have expanded since I was last here (it's been a while, ok?). 78704 still hits the spot - who can hate jalepenos with not too much heat, avocados, grilled onions on soft bun. I opted not to sub out my fries today for onions rings (felt cheap since swaps are kinda pricey) and was a little sad with my regular potato fries as they weren't that crisp nor had that much flavor. Sweet potato ones were perfect as normal though. Now just open one closer to campus... read more

I went the other day with my coworker for lunch and it was so good!!! Great amount of food in a very reasonable price range. I got the 78704 burger and it was huge and so good just perfect. It comes with mix of regular and sweet potato fries and the sweet potato were my favorite. Would definitely recommend coming here and I can't wait to try more of their burger options. read more

What you know: Phil's Icehouse has a burgers, a playscape and beer. All three are great individually, all together and you are about to pick a fight with Voltron or step into one with Voltron having your back . . . What you probably know: The next door ice cream shop is conveniently located next door. Well, maybe that should be added to the "what you know" list. What you don't know but will: They take sliders as serious anyone in the burger game. 11 options and combos with fries. Which ones should you get? And which combo is the best deal? Find out at http://bangforyourburgerbuck.com/phils-icehouse-austin-texas/ #bangforyourburgerbuck read more

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Love Phil's Icehouse!! I always get the same thing...the 78704. It has an jalapeños and GRILLED onions. I would say for the price, quality of burger, quantity etc. its worth every bite. Fries are included (you can do a combo of sweet potato and regular fries). Next door is Amy's which is somewhat connected/affiliated to Phil's. Highly recommend and encourage you to try the 78704! read more

Dinner last night was a big surprise. The food was better than any other time we have eaten here so we will making a habit of eating here more often. The veggie burger and onion rings were killer. read more

Have come by many times but always just got ice cream from Amy's...today came by and the burger was beyond terrible...staff was extremely nice but the burger was 1 of it not worst I've had in LONG time absolutely zero flavor..I got the fried Avacado burger...Avacado wasn't fried...burger had 0 seasoning like literally zero flavor..to the point I took 2 bites and threw entire thing away. There's kids standing on tables, a broken slide with caution tape that all the kids are still sliding down. Just not a good experience(except the staff) read more

The veggie burger with fried egg was delicious. Staff was very courteous bringing out water bowls for our dogs.

One of my favorites for a delicious and unique burger. All of the names represent an Austin neighborhood or something unique to Austin. Playground is a lifesaver if you have kids but you do have to contend with the birds flying around also wanting a piece of that delicious burger or French fry. Amy's is next door so the place is always crowded but tolerable. Love the beer choices Phil's had last time I was there. Only complaint is the place to order is fairly cramped so when it is busy, the lines get long and tangled since there is not a lot of room to move around to order, get your drink, and pick up your food. read more

Love the atmosphere and food but the facilities have been dirty lately. The slide is broken and the place just feels like it needs a refresh. read more

We ordered food for pick up tonight. Food is still tasty. Employees need training on packaging. Side orders are skimpy. Remember the good all days when you could eat at Phil's icehouse? Those buns are fluffy yet toasted. The fries it and onion rings were plentiful. Now you get about 30% of what you'd get in a basket. For drinks the cup is so small and there are no refills. Gone are the Phils Ice House reusable cups. I don't think Phil's icehouse adjusted any pricing in relationship to the packaging. Three hamburgers and three sides were all shoved in one bag. The bag didn't make it home. It fell apart and all the contents lay in on the ground. We scooped up the contents and still ate them for dinner. The burgers stacked three high were flat as pancakes. No fluffy bun but it was toasted. The flavor was there but the texture was more like something you might get from McDonald's. The meat was great, Perfectly cooked! But the toppings that distinguish each burger, its name or ZIP Code were sometimes missing. For example on the burger that included green chili there was none and there was no heat. No evidence of green chile compote! All in all I still like Phil's. But in this time of CovidI will think twice before ordering there other fine establishments that I also need my business during this time of Covid and may package things better to take home. read more

Phil's quality has gone down hill. Hit rock bottom. Just picked up an Allendale and Hot Dog w/ chili and both were tasteless. The bread buns tasted old and the meat was so dry, unappealing. To top it off, the fries were so hard/cold that we just threw them in the trash. Management really needs to get involved and go look at the quality of the food being made. Can't let teens/young people run the restaurant. Not to mention whatever those cooks are doing back there. Maybe management just doesn't care. Made lots of money and just milking everyone with increased prices. read more

I've lived in Austin since I was 7 and I remember the original Amy's on Guadalupe. Yet somehow, I'd never tried Phil's until Saturday. Maybe it was the years of driving by and seeing a crowded outdoor dining area full of toddlers. It was also hearing (incorrectly) that they only served a mix of sweet potato and regular fries. But yesterday, after running out of ideas for the usual places and craving a burger, I decided to check Phil's website from my iPhone. (Honestly, the website is a bit hard to navigate from a phone.) Long story short. Quite possibly the best burger in Austin. It's better than fast food and nowhere near as pretentious as some of the upscale places. Walk in, go to the counter, check out the menu of multiple burger sizes and options (as well as non-burgers too), and place your order. Then go sit in the dining area until they call your order. Verdict? EXCELLENT burger, even with the cutesy local names. My burger with BBQ sauce and cheddar was excellent. The sourdough bun was toasted and had plenty of flavor on its own and held up to the BBQ sauce. The burger itself was well-seasoned and cooked through and through. The cheddar cheese was the perfect contrast to the sweet BBQ sauce. The fries were very good. My dining companion also raved about her mini burgers. The drink selection included several varieties of iced tea (including fresh lemon slices) and Maine Root sodas. As an added bonus, the counter at Phil's also serves shakes and floats. My float with Amy's vanilla ice cream and Maine Root root beer was the perfect way to top off my meal. Pretty darned close to burger perfection. read more

Perfect for families with outdoor and indoor seating. Blue cheese burger satisfied my appetite for a burger. Nice place to have a glass of wine or beer while children play shuffleboard. read more

Phil's Icehouse - Burgers Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great family-friendly spot for food and ice cream. FH and I walked to Phils to get ice cream and they had a great array of options. I got the smallest size strawberry ice cream with rainbow sprinkles and waffle cone. They did not disappoint Phil's is recommended especially if you have children. read more

Phil's Icehouse - Burgers Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Why have I not been here before??! I always pass by this place, but this was my first time eating here. They have many different kinds of burgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers, corn dogs, All-America food. I ordered the burger that comes with barbecue sauce, and it was so good! The bun is so fluffy and a little bit sweet, but it was so delicious. Their fries are pretty good too. Plus, it's not expensive! There's an Amy's ice cream located in the same location, plus a nice outdoor area with a playground for kids. I want to come back here to try more of their burgers! read more

Phil's Icehouse - Burgers Near Me - Austin, Texas

The good: This is a great place to take the kids. Great family atmosphere. When the burgers are good, they are very good. When the burgers are less than good, the buns are so good that they make up for a great deal of shortcomings in other areas. The okay: The burger quality is inconsistent. Sometimes they are rather skimpy with the toppings, sometimes they are relatively more generous. A burger with avocado might have a green smear on the bun or a modest amount of smashed avocado - something to keep in mind before you pay extra to add an extra topping. The bad: They frequently don't give customers what they ordered, either leaving items off the order or giving us the wrong items. I should know by now that I need to check the bag before I leave when I'm picking up a to-go order, but sometimes I'm in rush or just forget, grab the bag and go. This afternoon, once again, we come home to find that the veggie burgers that we ordered are beef. We call, they offer to replace the burgers, and that's great, but that means that the family doesn't get to eat together and that is a big reason we go there in the first place. It is so the omnivores and the vegetarians of the family can all sit down and eat together. They don't seem to appreciate that having to make a second trip to pick up what we ordered in the first place is an inconvenience. Getting back in the car and driving back to Phil's is not how I'd like to spend the limited time we have together on Sunday afternoon when we aren't running someone to a soccer practice, Girl Scout meeting, violin lesson or birthday party. But, they have the right combination of being in the neighborhood, kid-friendly, vegetarian-friendly but with meat for the omnivores, and inexpensive, so we'll see you there next weekend anyway. Also, those of you who have spent time in San Miguel de Allende will find a pleasant surprise on the menu. It's not a duplicate of the original, more of a tribute, and nice to find in Austin. read more

Great burgers and I especially liked the sampler basket. Nice that it's got a playground on the lot. Great for kids! read more

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So I've lived in Austin, TX for about a month now, and I've been to many burger places, and so far Phil's Ice house is the best! I got the Mini Burger Platter, and this is the burgers I got 1.78704 2. The Rosedale 3. Bacon burger (don't remember the name) Out of the 3 my favorite was the 78704, an my second favorite was the Bacon Burger, and you know which was last.... I also got the mix of onion rings and regular fries. I really liked the regular fries, but not so much the onion rings. In my opinion the onion rings were to thin. Another thing about Phil's is the calling system for food, (he likes to spice up the calling) Even though I didn't like the onion rings I will go back. read more

Phil's Icehouse - Burgers Near Me - Austin, Texas

Everything here is soooo good. The service is fast and the burger buns are so soft. This is usually the first place we stop after a stint out of town and we always get half sweet potato fries and half regular fries with our burgers! Afterward, you can pop over to Amy's ice cream for dessert. read more

Amazing food. The grilled chicken was super juicy. And the BUNS are amazing. We will definitely be back when we are in Austin.

Ready to feel like you're on the set of "The Birds"? This place has some of the most aggressive grackles found in Austin eateries. It's a kids restaurant so be careful checking on your little darlings on the playground，if you're more than five feet away you run the risk of birds swooping in for a potion of your bun or some of your fries. The burgers are ok with different kitschy names representing areas of Austin，i.e. the Allendale，78756，the Creastview，etc. Tldr version- good kid restaraunt，ok burgers，eat inside to avoid the birds read more

Phil's icehouse has really yummy burgers. The Allandale is my son's favorite. If you can handle a little spice definitely get the 78704.

Small joint, big flavor. I went in with my boyfriend, and we went during the middle of a work day while no one was there and that is probably the best time to go since they get so busy! So I had the mesquite cheeseburger and my boyfriend had the 78704. Both were packed full of flavor and the fries were crunchy and hot! The mesquite burger was mesquite smoked beef with cheese and onions and pickles, while my boyfriends 78704 had avacados, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, jalepenos and delicious black pepper beef. The burgers are big and so are the servings of the fries. My boyfriend has a thing for specific ketchup bottles, and they are the original red squeeze bottle and that's his contribution to this review :) read more

I just got back from my first visit to Phil's and I'll be back for sure. I'm always looking for a good burger and I found a decent one at Phil's. The Rosedale is my favorite combination of cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce and pickles. It could be better if it had bacon. The sweet bun is a bit of a turnoff for me, but not the worst thing in the world. As for the sweet potato fries, well, they're not as good as Galaxy Cafe or Kirby Lane, but they aren't bad at all. I did eat all of them before I touched my burger. There are a LOT of kids at this place though. I mean, I'm not a kid-hater, but holy crap. Those things are everywhere. I got a little scared thinking that they might like, try to overthrow all of the adults and run their own little Lord of the Flies camp or Kid Nation right there, but lucky for me, they all cleared out before we did and we all survived. read more

People like to start fights over burger joints. I used to think that was dumb, and violence wasn't the answer, but then I got into a scuffle myself and I realized sometimes you have to stand up for what you believe in. Phil's is the best burger in town. Perfect bun: people, it is perfect. Ever so mildly sweet, moist but still strong and never soggy. A perfect contrast to the savory burger. I get that BBQ burger and add tomato and lettuce. It does not taste like I am eating dead animal, and that is a huge plus. Perfection in my little red basket, along with fries - half sweet potato, half potato is the way to go. Are they good, are they delicious? Yes. It's a dumb question to be asking. Those 5 stars don't grow on trees, folks. Don't go telling me about Hut's. You mean that barely seasoned beef on a generic roll? Huge-ass oily onion rings that instantly make your thighs cry? Right, think it through then get back to me. Phil's is the best burger in town. And if you're tough (or you wrap up half to take home (don't judge me)) you'll have some room saved for a visit to Amy's Ice Cream next door. Don't ask questions. Do it. Preferably on a weekday, maybe during lunch, so you can avoid the little heathens. read more

I've never eaten a burger at any of Phil's locations, until recently. I'm not embarrassed; I just never craved burgers of any kind. With that being said, I had one of the best burgers here, seriously. After reading Neal M's review of Phil's, it became a top priority to finally try the burgers here. And after I looked at the menu online prior, I was excited with all the unique burger combinations they had to offer. There is something for everyone here! You can build your own burger, or choose from 13 beef burgers, mini burgers (sliders), 3 chicken burgers, turkey burger, 1 fish burger, hot dog, corn dog, Frito pie, grilled cheese, kids menu, and a Maine Root soda machine! They also offer shakes, floats (with Maine Root sodas!), beer and wine. Now, the outside would be nice but I am sans kids so the inside will be my best friend. My burger was AMAZING! I got the fried avocado burger with jack cheese, a fried egg, chipotle mayo and fried avocado. It is normally made with a beef burger and has bacon but I paid the extra 50 cents to get a veggie patty. I find it confusing that a veggie burger would cost more than a meat one. The only thing I can think of is that they sell less and more of everything else, making it pricier. Anyway, my burger was heavenly and messy but not too messy. The chipotle mayo is a must and the veggie patty was fantastic. Their fries are highly addicting. I highly recommend this burger in whatever shape or form you desire. This is a very kid friendly place for the parents and families out there. Highly impressed customer, Ashley read more

Fantastic and totally Austiny burger place off Burnet. It's so Austiny that it shares a space with an Amy's. I usually get the Allandale which is just a bacon burger but you can't go wrong. They have some more adventurous options like french toast burgers, mini burgers, and the oh-so-convenient build your own. Everything comes with fries and they have a mixed basket option that's perfect for the indecisive. I really love the counter service, dog-friendly outdoor seating, and delicious apricot/mango iced tea. PS, they also have those sugar cane sodas if that's your jam. read more

I don't know who Phil is, but it sure seems that he has lots and lots of kiddos running around. This place was swarming with little people, the kind that are out of school for the summer, and there was a sort of careful chaos going on pretty much all the time. And you needn't be tipped off by the guy at the cash register who was (un-ironically) wearing a pirate hat. They're into feeding people into their formative years here. Somehow I never fully got that reading the previous reviews of this place, but believe me, it's ringing through now. It was like walking through a scene of Parenthood with extended food choices. There are a variety of burger options if that's what you're into, frito pies or hot dogs for the Americana eats set, and I settled into a side of sweet potato fries to go along with my build your own burger and a heaping cup o' lemonade. The burger, since that matters lots, was terrific, and the sweet potato fries hit the spot as well. I'll be back, Phil's, and I think kids are hilarious. Just the same, it may be best to stop back in on a school day before 2:30. read more

Food - 4/5 Service - 2/5 Price - 3/5 Atmosphere - 4/5 Best Dish: "78704" Burger There is a huge upside to this place--Amy's Ice Cream is right next door, so it's like the perfect 1-2 punch. The "78704" is my favorite because of the large amounts of jalepenos and avocado mashed in between the two buns. The biggest downfall of Phil's, and its a pretty big one if you like to eat in peace, is that this place gets extremely crowded during summer nights. Families come out in hoards with their children for dinner and ice cream, especially on Friday and Saturday. read more

Best burgers in Austin! I don't trust anyone who says otherwise. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, even the vegetarian burgers are criminally good. The burgers are more expensive than if you went to a fast food place, but that's because they're huge and good quality. The fries are great, but I usually like to order fried green beans as the side. read more

Hmm, I have to confess that I tend to skew my ratings just a tiny bit in favor of local businesses in my general neighborhood. I would love to give Phil's a higher rating and, if it was more about setting or quality of the operation, I would. But it's a burger place. It's an unforgiving market and I just couldn't rate Phil's burgers higher than 3 stars. Burgers (at least those worth talking about...we're not going to discuss fast food) usually go in two directions: Taste and Size. Some "famous" burgers are famous because they're ginormous. Some are famous because they are delicious. The truly good burgers have some element of both. Now, I know that not everyone wants a half-pound monster burger, but if you don't have that as an option at your restaurant, I'm taking points off. Phil's burgers are kinda average. Not winners in the Size or Taste categories. They get some credit for some creativity with their different bread. I'm personally not a big fan of sweet potato fries, but the wife likes them a lot. I will say that Phil's is a pretty first-class operation, as are most of owner Amy's enterprises. Amy's Ice Cream next door draws tons of young families and the place is usually pretty lively. Come to think of, there hasn't been a time that I've been there or driven by when it wasn't packed with kids. read more

The love left this place months ago. Phil's was very good (but not the best) when it opened. The last burger (actually the 3 mini-burger selection) I had wasted some poor hormone-fed cow somewhere - DRY, tasteless, worthy only on some 'regional' airline on its way to Paducah. The sweet potato fries were luckwarm. Get it together, people - it's a frickin' burger, not bouillabaisse or something. You CAN do better. Regrettably one star at the moment. read more

I love this place. I have a hard time deciding between this and Hut's as best burger in Austin, but Phil's might edge out Hut's in terms of local flavor. I love their neighborhood monikers and the flavor combinations are incredibly unique and awesome. There are so many good ones to choose from, so I am a huge fan of their Mini Burger Sampler Basket, which allows you to test-drive 3 of their best burgers in small form. Their buns are super fresh and I assume homemade. They also give you the option of sweet potato fries--gawd, I love that. Another bonus, you have Amy's Ice Cream right next door and a hip playground right outside, so if you have little ones like I do, you can surely appreciate that. It's not everyday you have chic yet casual food options available while your kid runs amok on a playground. read more

Inventive Burger combinations, Check (78704 was yummy med. rare!!) Sweet potato fries Check (maybe a bit overdone, but good) Quick Ordering/delivery Check Great place to sit outside Check Mango/peach tea w/ refills Check not crowded for lunch Check Will we be back, probably with kids in tow Check ----------------------------------------------------- Can't wait till Phil opens shop in the dirrty South! read more

I decided to try Phil's Icehouse on a whim. I had a burger craving and I need a new spot. Upon entry I glanced at the menu and with asking for recommendation I went for the Rosedale Burger. It's a cheddar mesquite burger topped with sliced onions, pickles, cheddar cheese, and sweet mesquite BBQ sauce on a toasted sourdough bun. I got mine without the onions and pickles. I chose mixed fried with regular and sweet potatoes.The fries were top grade very crispy and tasty. The burger was absolutely delicious and grilled to perfection. The mixture of cheddar cheese and mesquite BBQ sauce definitely hit the spot. This burger is a definite headline. I already recommend a couple of workers to try out Phil's. I came back again with my family and this time I tried the Mini Burger Sampler Basket with these burgers: The Violet Crown, The Crestview Burger, and the "78704″ Burger. My wife had the Hot and Crunchy Fish Sandwich. Th e Violet Crown come with bleu cheese and grilled onions on a toasted jalapeño cheese bun. It was good, not as spectacular as the Rosedale I had before, but definitely not bad. The Crestview Burger was great it come with chili, cheddar cheese, sliced onions, and mustard on a toasted jalapeño cheese bun. The "78704″ Burger come with Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeños, grilled onions, sliced avocado, and chipotle mayo on a toasted jalapeño cheese bun. This burger was but not as unique tasting as the Rosedale and the Crestview. The fries again was very crispy and tasty. Not oily and served at a nice hot temperature. My wife's fish sandwich came with chipotle mayo, lettuce, tomato, Monterey Jack cheese served on a toasted sourdough bun. I had a bite of this and I must say the fish sandwich wad very impressive. I'm looking forward to trying my own.I had a great time sitting outside and Amy's Ice Cream, is right next door and there's a playground for the kids. Also for you drinkers out there Phil's does serve alcohol Basic selection of beer and I believe wine is available. They also have cane sugar sodas available, but no Pepsi or Coke products. The service was good enough for me. I was greeted, my order came out correct, I was able to hear my name loud and clear when they called me. While eating they came around and got rid of the trash and they had buss boys constantly cleaning the area. Be aware there are birds in the eating area awaiting scraps. My fix was to gaurd my fries eat them quick and prepare for battle if they got brave enough and try to steal the bread of my burger. I won a stare down with a bird and had an uninterrupted time with no birds! read more